Which new truck?? - Page 2

WildBlueSooner · 05-31-2009, 07:27 PM

I love the Tundras..my friend has one and loves it. That said I also love F-150s

CasaDooley · 05-31-2009, 07:30 PM

I drive an 06 F150 and love it. My last one was a 1987 F250 with just over 200,000 miles on it and it still did not burn a drop of oil. Buy American, buy Ford

St. Lou Stu · 05-31-2009, 07:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Bruins Fan

I liked the Dodge B/C of the cab had lots of room, and it has lots of pulling power.
This one was or is a lemon, and I got no satisfaction from the dealer.
I have to hold them longer then the 36, when I am working I can do that in less then two years, my commute can be over 150 a day.

Same here brother... you ain't half bad for a Red Sox fan

(Cardinals here... you made our last season at the old Busch Stadium hell, remember?

)
I commuted 80 miles a day in an 04 Hemi Quad Cab 2500 4x4 back in the height of the gas price BS!

Sounds like ya got a bad one.... I only ever had one problem... in warranty (thank goodness).
Don't give up on em yet.... unless you want to sacrifice that nice, large interior just to spite them!

Bruins Fan · 05-31-2009, 07:57 PM

I sure do, it was pay back for 67 what a great season that was. We had Jim Lonborg you guys had Bob Gibson.
Two tuff SOB that would knock you down in a heart beat.
They would eat up and spit out today's players.
Sorry for the tread drift

AAlmeter · 05-31-2009, 08:14 PM

In my opinion, if you're big into the pro-America thing, its worth your while to see just which trucks are UAW made, and to avoid or buy in accordance with your beliefs. Remember, many 'US' trucks are made largely outside the US and then assembled by an organization which may or may not have very negative effects on US manufacturing and the economy as a whole, depending of course on your personal assessment of the situation.

Between the competition's performance and reliability and this fact, I certainly had very little difficulty in making the decision that I made when truck shopping.

05-31-2009, 08:28 PM

hmmm....

One question here...

For those of you recommmending certain makes, how many miles have you logged??

(and Bruins Fan, you have some crappy luck!!

)

Reason I'm asking?

98 has 163K miles on it. Been coast to coast (NC/CA/NC numerous times) and no problems. 11 years now....All I've replaced is a catalytic converter and a water pump.

04 Ram is turning 90K...Been through 36 states now, towing everything from an empty flatbed to a 34 ft RV trailer. When I was in Iraq my buddy ran supplies down to Mississippi after Katrina - he blew an injector (under warranty). Nothing else has been replaced.

AAlmeter · 05-31-2009, 08:32 PM

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Originally Posted by tobii3

hmmm....

One question here...

For those of you recommmending certain makes, how many miles have you logged??

(and Bruins Fan, you have some crappy luck!!

)

Reason I'm asking?

98 has 163K miles on it. Been coast to coast (NC/CA/NC numerous times) and no problems. 11 years now....All I've replaced is a catalytic converter and a water pump.

04 Ram is turning 90K...Been through 36 states now. When I was in Iraq my buddy ran supplies down to Mississippi after Katrina - he blew an injector (under warranty). Nothing else has been replaced.

I go by close experience (meaning myself, my father, and one brother) as I service all of their vehicles and know their driving habits, and it would be impossible for anyone do drive multiple recent model year vehicles to the limits of their estimated longevity...

Chevy....350k
Nissan....500k
Ford.....100k

BigAl_SC · 05-31-2009, 08:38 PM

1.9% or $3000 off on the Tundra right now. I have an eight year old one that has 165k work miles on it. Engine is fantastic, just wish it had a heavier frame. The new ones do. I got mine 4 years too early but I would not trade it for any other except maybe a new Tundra.....

05-31-2009, 08:43 PM

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Originally Posted by AAlmeter

...the limits of their estimated longevity...

The key to longevity is MAINTENANCE. And what I've seen (and you've seen) under the hood defies ALL aspects of common sense.

GreekGodX · 05-31-2009, 09:03 PM

Coming from a Ford family, I have to vote the F-150. I'm definitely biased but I would not choose anything else. It's American, great reputation and I think it's the best looking out of all of the trucks.

05-31-2009, 09:16 PM

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Originally Posted by GreekGodX

It's American, great reputation and I think it's the best looking....

Ford has plants in Canada and Mexico as well, Greek...

Ford is Mexican Made?l

Ford is made in Canada too??

Yeah, that whole NAFTA thing worked real well, didn't it??

RGD. · 05-31-2009, 10:46 PM

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Originally Posted by tobii3

Ford has plants in Canada and Mexico as well, Greek...

Ford is Mexican Made?l

Ford is made in Canada too??

Yeah, that whole NAFTA thing worked real well, didn't it??

All manufactures have plants in different countries. Keep in mind that Ford vehicles are not just sold in America - they are sold world wide and so are GM's and Dodge.

I'm a Ford man here, although I have owned trucks/cars from all the major American makes. My wife's Crown Vic was made in Canada. My F150 (previous) was made in Norfolk Va. My current and past F350's were made in Louisville KY and the motors were made in Indianapolis IN. I have toured both plants.

In answer to the OP's question/poll - from the list I would buy from a company that isn't facing bankruptcy myself. So either the Ford or Toyota. Really can't go wrong with either one. Ford is the best selling pick up truck for a reason.

Ron

Bruzee · 05-31-2009, 11:16 PM

Ford!

Swampper · 05-31-2009, 11:24 PM

I have had a bunch of Ford trucks. I drive a Nissan now.
I vote Nissan Titan.

acarr · 06-01-2009, 12:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Swampper

I have had a bunch of Ford trucks. I drive a Nissan now.
I vote Nissan Titan.

I would vote for the Titan also if it was on the list. My last Nissan had 250k on it with hardly any maintenance done. That includes oil changes and it still ran when I turned it in. I figured that the amount I saved with maintenance bought me my new Titan. Although, I do have regular maintenance done on the new one

Ragin Cajun · 06-01-2009, 01:22 AM

Chevy Silverado 2500 crewcab duramax diesel is the way to go. I drive one for work (only its all decked out to make it as tactical as possible) and the one that I drive for personal use has never given me any problems whatsoever.

Lucky_Hippo · 06-01-2009, 05:54 AM

Another Ford vote here!

06-01-2009, 06:40 AM

Well hell, Ferg, if I can make it up this weekend, I'll bring the Beast so you can REALLY test drive a Diesel 4x4.

Sound like a fair evaluation??

AriesOpusX · 06-01-2009, 02:45 PM

Go for the Dodge Ram I second the diesel though.

Love mine.

06-01-2009, 02:59 PM

Going off of the trucks/SUVs that I have owned. I would only buy a GM product, so Chevrolet or GMC. I have driven Fords and Dodges. The Fords don't get the MPG that GM does. I had multiple issues with the Dodge that I had.

View Poll Results: Which truck do I want?
Dodge Ram	14	16.67%
Toyota Tundra	22	26.19%
Ford F150	25	29.76%
Chevy Silverado	16	19.05%
GMC Sierra	7	8.33%
Voters: 84. You may not vote on this poll

05-31-2009, 07:27 PM	#21
WildBlueSooner I'm nuts for the place Join Date: Feb 2009 First Name: James Location: Lexington, KY Posts: 3,322 Trading: (19)	Re: Which new truck?? I love the Tundras..my friend has one and loves it. That said I also love F-150s __________________ "To dilute the will to win is to destroy the purpose of the game. There is no substitute for victory"-- Douglas MacArthur

05-31-2009, 07:30 PM	#22
CasaDooley Herf Crew of 2 Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Kevin Location: The birthplace of Fathers Day Posts: 2,465 Trading: (41)	Re: Which new truck?? I drive an 06 F150 and love it. My last one was a 1987 F250 with just over 200,000 miles on it and it still did not burn a drop of oil. Buy American, buy Ford __________________ *Founding member of the Lilac City Dedicated Herfers*

05-31-2009, 07:57 PM	#24
Bruins Fan Hooper drives the boat. Join Date: May 2009 First Name: John Location: Cape Cod Posts: 1,359 Trading: (0)	Re: Which new truck?? I sure do, it was pay back for 67 what a great season that was. We had Jim Lonborg you guys had Bob Gibson. Two tuff SOB that would knock you down in a heart beat. They would eat up and spit out today's players. Sorry for the tread drift __________________ Here's to swimmin' with bow-legged women.

05-31-2009, 08:14 PM	#25
AAlmeter F.U.B.O. Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Adam Location: Buffalo Posts: 288 Trading: (0)	Re: Which new truck?? In my opinion, if you're big into the pro-America thing, its worth your while to see just which trucks are UAW made, and to avoid or buy in accordance with your beliefs. Remember, many 'US' trucks are made largely outside the US and then assembled by an organization which may or may not have very negative effects on US manufacturing and the economy as a whole, depending of course on your personal assessment of the situation. Between the competition's performance and reliability and this fact, I certainly had very little difficulty in making the decision that I made when truck shopping.

05-31-2009, 08:28 PM	#26
tobii3 Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Which new truck?? hmmm.... One question here... For those of you recommmending certain makes, how many miles have you logged?? (and Bruins Fan, you have some crappy luck!!) Reason I'm asking? 98 has 163K miles on it. Been coast to coast (NC/CA/NC numerous times) and no problems. 11 years now....All I've replaced is a catalytic converter and a water pump. 04 Ram is turning 90K...Been through 36 states now, towing everything from an empty flatbed to a 34 ft RV trailer. When I was in Iraq my buddy ran supplies down to Mississippi after Katrina - he blew an injector (under warranty). Nothing else has been replaced.

05-31-2009, 08:38 PM	#28
BigAl_SC The last mango in Paris Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Alan Location: Simpsonville, SC Posts: 213 Trading: (7)	Re: Which new truck?? 1.9% or $3000 off on the Tundra right now. I have an eight year old one that has 165k work miles on it. Engine is fantastic, just wish it had a heavier frame. The new ones do. I got mine 4 years too early but I would not trade it for any other except maybe a new Tundra..... __________________ Coldblooded,calculation,unprincipled,usurper, without a virtue,knowing nothing of commerce,political economy,or civil government,and supplying ignorance by bold presumption. Thomas Jefferson

05-31-2009, 09:03 PM	#30
GreekGodX Opa!! Join Date: Mar 2009 First Name: Christos Location: 7 Line Posts: 4,893 Trading: (82)	Re: Which new truck?? Coming from a Ford family, I have to vote the F-150. I'm definitely biased but I would not choose anything else. It's American, great reputation and I think it's the best looking out of all of the trucks. __________________ "If I give a businessman 10,000 francs, what is that to him, he is rich. But if I give him a Cohiba cigar, that is style."-Hotel Rwanda

05-31-2009, 11:16 PM	#33
Bruzee Have My Own Room Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: D Location: San Diego Posts: 1,508 Trading: (30)	Re: Which new truck?? Ford! __________________

05-31-2009, 11:24 PM	#34
Swampper Still Watching My Back Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Indian Territory Posts: 108 Trading: (0)	Re: Which new truck?? I have had a bunch of Ford trucks. I drive a Nissan now. I vote Nissan Titan. __________________ Flying like a cement kite.

06-01-2009, 01:22 AM	#36
Ragin Cajun Staff Sergeant of Marines Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Nick Location: The States Posts: 121 Trading: (3)	Re: Which new truck?? Chevy Silverado 2500 crewcab duramax diesel is the way to go. I drive one for work (only its all decked out to make it as tactical as possible) and the one that I drive for personal use has never given me any problems whatsoever. __________________ Semper Fi

06-01-2009, 05:54 AM	#37
Lucky_Hippo A Cigar = 42 Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Gary Location: Kansas Posts: 494 Trading: (2)	Re: Which new truck?? Another Ford vote here! __________________ Who wants an orange whip? Orange whip? Orange whip? Three orange whips. -J.Candy

06-01-2009, 06:40 AM	#38
tobii3 Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Which new truck?? Well hell, Ferg, if I can make it up this weekend, I'll bring the Beast so you can REALLY test drive a Diesel 4x4. Sound like a fair evaluation??

06-01-2009, 02:45 PM	#39
AriesOpusX Goodfella Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 215 Trading: (0)	Re: Which new truck?? Go for the Dodge Ram I second the diesel though. Love mine.

06-01-2009, 02:59 PM	#40
Junior Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Which new truck?? Going off of the trucks/SUVs that I have owned. I would only buy a GM product, so Chevrolet or GMC. I have driven Fords and Dodges. The Fords don't get the MPG that GM does. I had multiple issues with the Dodge that I had.