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jimbob2 01-07-2013 21:17:46 74.34.68.169 Report to Moderator	Hello, Not to start a color war of sorts nut I am in the market for a used pick-up. a 3/4 ton or ton and a dual wheel would be ok but not necessary. 4x4 is a must and crew cab. I am a ford man thru and thru. I know many will say the other makes have better trucks but I have put a lot of miles on fords. Basically, I want to pay cash for a truck and I have 15k to spend. I would like opinions on what years I should stay away from and the old gas vs diesel argument. What are your opinions and where does a guy look for the best deal.Thanks [Reply]   [No Email]
johndeere720diesel 01-09-2013 16:59:18 64.135.196.20 Report to Moderator	Re: Buying a different truck in reply to jimbob2, 01-07-2013 21:17:46   Your close but they better throw in a 100000 mile warranty or enough money back to fix all of the issues with aftermarket parts head studs, egr delete, none Vg turbo and a set of injectors then I'd take it without the tow truck [Reply]  [No Email]
GordoSD 01-08-2013 16:04:07 216.106.247.48 Report to Moderator	Re: Buying a different truck in reply to jimbob2, 01-07-2013 21:17:46   Do not buy a Dorf with the 6.0.D You will be tempted because if a dealer gets one in he will do anything to get rid of it. [Reply]  [No Email]
BDT in Minnesota 01-09-2013 09:22:47 66.87.0.123 Report to Moderator	Re: Buying a different truck in reply to GordoSD, 01-08-2013 16:04:07   Gordo, the 6L might be a good deal if the dealer will throw in a tow truck... I would want a picture of the tow truck, tho..... My neighbor bought a 6L... would have to give it away on a trade in.... worthless [Reply]  [No Email]
Larry NEIL 01-08-2013 11:33:58 76.202.253.225 Report to Moderator	Re: Buying a different truck in reply to jimbob2, 01-07-2013 21:17:46   Jack, all major brands are good, and since yer a Ford man, I'd stick with what you like. I always used Chrysler and Dodge trucks and in 1996 I got P.O.'ed at my local Dodge dealer. Looked pretty hard at Fords, but they still seemed to be having some problems with the diesel motor and trans problem. I bought my current '96 Dodge, 'caus I knew that if I had a problem with the Ford I'd be kicking myself! Buy what you are used to!! [Reply]  [No Email]
Mathias NY 01-08-2013 09:02:07 69.174.58.156 Report to Moderator	Re: Buying a different truck in reply to jimbob2, 01-07-2013 21:17:46   I'm actually in the market right now for something similar. I would recommend gas unless your situation meets one of the following requirements: You plan to resell the truck in a couple years, you do a lot of heavy towing, or you drive a lot of miles. In these 3 situations the diesel makes sense. Otherwise you are paying a the higher purchase and maintenance costs without much return. In most cases you can expect to pay ~$5k more for a 10 year old diesel truck. The truck has the same (if not more) wear on it than the equivalent gasser. In my situation, it would take ~10 years to recover the upfront cost of the diesel engine. From a dependability stand point, I know more happy Ford owners than any other brand. Personally, I'm looking for a Dodge with the v10 motor. Good luck. [Reply]  [No Email]
MSD 01-08-2013 08:07:28 67.4.60.56 Report to Moderator	Re: Buying a different truck in reply to jimbob2, 01-07-2013 21:17:46   Sounds like your going to use it for work so spend the extra and go with a diesel. Can't beat a Cummins for reliability, mileage or power. Just a loyal Dodge guy so might be a little biased. [Reply]  [No Email]
cd1 01-08-2013 08:43:56 67.234.196.64 Report to Moderator	Re: Buying a different truck in reply to MSD, 01-08-2013 08:07:28   I feel bad for you. [Reply]  [No Email]
John A. 01-07-2013 22:16:56 64.128.16.238 Report to Moderator	Re: Buying a different truck in reply to jimbob2, 01-07-2013 21:17:46   jimbob2, As I said below in the other truck thread. A 2010 F-250/350 (first yr for 6.2 gas), Regular-Cab, 4x4 with about 75K miles. Can found for about $18K.(A little hard to find , but out there) That is the newest Ford gas out there, It seems to be a beast as far a power and reliability. Not the knock the 5.4 but this new engine has it all over it. As far a a Crew or Super-Cab even harder to to find. Go a little older and you will need to take a V10 I don't hear bad about it, I just don't hear Good! Later, John A. [Reply]  [No Email]