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so, im looking at getting a new ride (with all the great financing offers they have going on)
im strongly considering a full size diesel pick up...my questions is-
does anyone have a preference between the big 3 based on factual opinion?
im not looking for like, well chevy is better than dodge...im looking for facts, like 'chevy has an allison transmission so it makes it a superior truck'
any ideas???
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Dude, just get a FJ, you know you want one!Originally Posted by pbkid
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well just based on a recent experience one thing i can tell u to look for is the amount of oil each vehicle takes.. i rang up an oil change for an F350 the other day.. it took 15 quarts.. it came out to like 70 bucks just to do an oil change.. maintenance costs that high will offset savings from fuel economy
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My 1rst choice will be a GMC (chevy) ,2nd a F250 isn't a bad choice at all.
On the opposite side of the street (japanese) i'll look at the tundra with the iforce technology.
Have a comparison of all those big guys & that can help you clear your thoughts a bit.
Dakar was just the begining.
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Hmmm, diesel (no thanks). The only thing that's really cool about diesel trucks is that they have the same MPG whether the truck is fully loaded or empty. If you plan on hauling heavy loads on a regular basis; then yes, go diesel. That's why most General Contractors/Home Builders have heavy-duty diesel pick-ups because they are always hauling heavy stuff to/from the build site. If your new truck is just for a weekend-warrior with very little hauling/towing involved, then I'd re-think my priorities.
Other than that, diesel trucks are frickin' noisey (clackitty-clackitty-clackitty) and smell terrible like rotten eggs. Plus, have you noticed at the gas pumps that Diesel Fuel costs more than Premium-Unleaded??? Sorry, but no thanks.
As far as Brands-- all of the Big-Three are pretty good. Personally; I'd go for the "Cummins" version just for sheer re-sale marketability, as they're quite popular among prospective buyers. Incidentally, didn't Isuzu make a diesel powered mini pick-up back in the '70s/'80s called the D-50 ??? It looked really simular to the Chevy LUV 4x4 mini pick-up of the same era. Hmmm, time to ponder.
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Gotta go with a Chevy in this case, or the GMC. They ge the duramx, which was designed by ISUZU. Therefore you get to sort of stay in the family, and they make the best oil burners out there.
That being said, why the heck would you want a fullsize pickup? Please tell me you need 17000 pounds of pulling power, otherwise, stay away.
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What's your mission parameters for the desired truck and are you set on new? I ask as there's a lot of difference between new diesel full-size trucks and previous models as currently they're more focused on power rather than economy whereas older models the opposite, but can still get the job done if you're looking to tow.
The VX is the only gasonline powered vehicle we have left besides motorcycles and race cars, and will be converted as soon as funds become available. Diesel is so much superior to gasoline and one of the best parts about it is that you can make it yourself if you need to! :bgwg:
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The Dodge has a Cummings diesel recognized as one of the best diesel engines on land or sea. Also as a requirement Dodge had to beef up the suspension and warranty to satisfy Cummins that their name would not be tarnished by the agreement.
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Peanut Butter... HA! Sorry paintballer, but PB was already taken
And I'm with the above, pick one, and find a dealer going under.
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ya. i think you guys are right...just wait for the right opportunity to show up
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