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I can tell you that my experience with coach 312, a 1993 has been stellar for the road towing a hybrid 6200lb Jeep. I never felt it needed more power once you got the power band in the zone. There was nothing I could not pass with the expense of fuel mileage. Either way, I was smiling the whole way and wouldn't trade it! Your potential coach as well as mine has an electronically controlled engine which makes them a little easier on maintenance. That said as Steve mentioned, there are not only fewer people that work on them but even Detroit Diesel may turn you away if you need service. Your priority is finding a shop, guy, place whatever that would be there for you to work on the engine if need be. I am capable of doing much of the work myself but really do not want to as time progresses. These are great engines and have proven themselves ever since 1938! The newer Silver series which your potential coach would have is well made and not considered a typical oil leaker. If it leaks, it needs attention. Seals and gaskets are very similar to today's engines and are very well designed. As with any coach typical with this age, you would need to focus on air bags, air hoses, air fittings, wiring, appliances, interior coverings, tires, suspension bushings, steering bushings, corrosion that may be hidden under the bottom side which is spray foam over unpainted steel. (Particularly around any plumbing protrusions) A/C systems which if in the basement compartments are no longer made which may require you to get creative or just put roof airs on. I spent more money than I should have but as the old saying goes, you can't take it with you, right? I renovated the interior to match our tastes.