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Re: Newer trucks, Ford GMC, Toyota
[Re: GomerPyle]
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08/27/19 04:36 PM
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willdo22
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F150 with a 5.0.......but then I'm partial.
I wanted a 5.0 and knew the gas mileage wouldn't be much better than my 98 Tahoe, but I ended up being wrong there as well. Down and back to Orange beach I got 21.4mpg. The best I've gotten in mine is low 19's from Tuscaloosa to the beach and back - but that's a relatively flat drive and running 60-65 most of the way. On the interstate around here, maybe mid-16's and 14.5ish around town in stop & go traffic.....but, mine's leveled, on 33's and has the optional lower gearing. Mine's still stock.
A mans got to know his limitations.
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Re: Newer trucks, Ford GMC, Toyota
[Re: longshot]
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08/27/19 04:37 PM
08/27/19 04:37 PM
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Posts: 24,900 Buc-ee’s Beach Express
leroycnbucks
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I’ve never been one to be overly concerned about gas mileage in a truck. Twelve to Sixteen mpg is fine with me as long as it tows it, hauls it, stops it and respond very well when I put my foot in it. It’s a damn truck not mini car. Personally I like leather seats with air conditioning and satellite radio.
I’ve had every engine there is for 3/4 and 1 tons in a Ford, Chevy and Dodge in the past thirty years. I traded every two years when I was in the construction business. I’ve pulled a many of trailers and hauled plenty of loads and having said that you will regret going to small motor for fuel economy. You will feel it in every aspect of the truck and even if you go to a larger than stock tires some day.
Proud Army and ALNG veteran God Bless America!
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Re: Newer trucks, Ford GMC, Toyota
[Re: longshot]
#2889843
08/27/19 04:37 PM
08/27/19 04:37 PM
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Joined: Nov 2015
Posts: 21,456 HSV AL
jmudler
Freak of Nature
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HSV AL
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1)Must be able to pay cash for it 2) least amount of miles if deciding between two 3) Less electronics the better. 4) Never a diesel unless I am towing regularly.
Last edited by jmudler; 08/27/19 04:39 PM.
Isaiah 5:20 Woe to those who call evil good and good evil, who put darkness for light and light for darkness, who put bitter for sweet and sweet for bitter.
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Re: Newer trucks, Ford GMC, Toyota
[Re: longshot]
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08/27/19 05:15 PM
08/27/19 05:15 PM
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Posts: 7,643 Boaz,AL
CarbonClimber1
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If i went and bought any truck....period.. itd be a toyota....these 5.7L tundras will pull the earth off its axis..and they will run for dang ever..id say tundra or tacoma.
"I dont quit.. And ill fight alone if i have to"
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Re: Newer trucks, Ford GMC, Toyota
[Re: longshot]
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08/27/19 05:20 PM
08/27/19 05:20 PM
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leroycnbucks
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Why is it okay financially to lease land for years that you will never own and not a good investment to finance a new truck? Why deplete cash on hand when you can get a low finance rate and spend less than a thousand dollars in a five year loan. Seems to be the thought of the majority of the members here. I’ve done both and have no regrets.
Proud Army and ALNG veteran God Bless America!
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Re: Newer trucks, Ford GMC, Toyota
[Re: leroycnbucks]
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08/27/19 05:22 PM
08/27/19 05:22 PM
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jmudler
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Why is it okay financially to lease land for years that you will never own IMO its not.
Isaiah 5:20 Woe to those who call evil good and good evil, who put darkness for light and light for darkness, who put bitter for sweet and sweet for bitter.
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Re: Newer trucks, Ford GMC, Toyota
[Re: Festus]
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08/27/19 05:34 PM
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Posts: 5,254 Hartselle
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I'm drivin' a 2015 Ram 2500 Diesel 4x4 with 115,000 miles on it with no issues other than tire wear on the rear when pulling a heavy trailer. My backup is a Restored '76 F-250 Highboy!! Im glad you have had good luck with your truck but I am 100% anti-Dodge, or basically anything that has the Dodge, Chrysler, Fiat, Ram or any other name they want to put on their Junk. I have nothing against a diesel, just don't see myself using one for what they are intended for. yes they make great power, can haul a house if needed, can get awesome MPGs but I just don't feel that it would suit my needs.
I Pledge Allegiance to the flag of the United States of America. and to the republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. Some men are born brothers, Others earn it... JD
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Re: Newer trucks, Ford GMC, Toyota
[Re: leroycnbucks]
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08/27/19 05:37 PM
08/27/19 05:37 PM
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Posts: 13,965 Mobile, AL
SouthBamaSlayer
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Why is it okay financially to lease land for years that you will never own and not a good investment to finance a new truck? Why deplete cash on hand when you can get a low finance rate and spend less than a thousand dollars in a five year loan. Seems to be the thought of the majority of the members here. I’ve done both and have no regrets. Because the majority of people (I would guess 85%) don’t have cash on hand and don’t invest what they would have spent on a bulk cash payment for a vehicle. They’re making payments and living paycheck to paycheck.
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Re: Newer trucks, Ford GMC, Toyota
[Re: longshot]
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08/27/19 05:40 PM
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longshot
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I have been a GM Man since I started driving. I really like the GMCs. my last truck was an 06 F150and I liked everything about that truck except for the engine. it was weak got terrible fuel economy and was a ticking time bomb from all accounts. Ive never owned or even drove a Tundra. Ive heard excellent reports on them and about the only complaint I have heard is they are thirsty. I really like the interiors of them and the Toyota reliability.
I Pledge Allegiance to the flag of the United States of America. and to the republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. Some men are born brothers, Others earn it... JD
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Re: Newer trucks, Ford GMC, Toyota
[Re: longshot]
#2889886
08/27/19 05:44 PM
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longshot
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Also out of everyone that has said Ford everyone has said get the 5.0. with as much as Ford has bragged about the Ecoboost motors I expected more recommendations for those
I Pledge Allegiance to the flag of the United States of America. and to the republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. Some men are born brothers, Others earn it... JD
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Re: Newer trucks, Ford GMC, Toyota
[Re: Brian_C]
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08/27/19 06:08 PM
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Posts: 10,719 Central, Al
Bustinbeards
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Booner
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Tundra meets all your specs but fuel mileage. But you can buy alot of fuel with the money saved on repairs and the extra resale value. ^^^^^^This is fact.
Originally Posted By: Wiley Coyote Well, the way I see it is there's just too many assholes On a good day there's a bunch of assholes in here. On a bad day there's too many assholes in here.
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