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New Truck
#2986023
12/16/19 01:18 PM
12/16/19 01:18 PM
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Joined: Mar 2019
Posts: 2,001 North Alabama
NSDQ160
OP
8 point
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OP
8 point
Joined: Mar 2019
Posts: 2,001
North Alabama
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I'm looking at new trucks and going back and forth between the opposite ends of the spectrum and just can't make my mind up.
First off, I won't and never will buy a Ford. I know a lot of people swear by them but I've had two and they just can't handle the stuff I put my trucks through, especially their front ends. The only other brands I would even remotely consider outside Chevy/GMC is a Toyota Tacoma or a Dodge 2500.
Looking at Chevy/GMC 2500/HD or Colorado/Canyon. Like I said it's two totally different ends of the spectrum but both have their pros/cons.
I'm off-road every weekend and drive 3 hours round trip with a 4-wheeler in the back of my truck. I use a truck how they're supposed to be used also. I don't baby them.... i'll have them down trails, bouncing off trees, in mud, hauling, etc. Three times a year tops I pull my FIL 26hp Kubota but that's about it for heavy hauling. I am a bit of a speed demon so little tough on the brakes and suspension. I also keep the maintenance on them 100%, no questions, Mobil 1.
I know the HD will give me a beefier suspension, better frame, better hauling capability BUT I'm biting off a good bit more on price (~$15k). Just not sure if its worth it.
The Canyon has a much tighter turning radius which I like, it will be able to get down a few more trails that my full size trucks can't get down currently and its much cheaper. I'm really concerned about pulling that tractor with it. Specs say I shouldn't have a problem but I just don't trust it. Would really like to hear if anyone has ever pulled a tractor with one of those (Canyon/Colorado/Tacoma/Ranger) smaller sized trucks with no problem? Thanks in advance.
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Re: New Truck
[Re: dead_eye]
#2986039
12/16/19 01:37 PM
12/16/19 01:37 PM
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Joined: Mar 2019
Posts: 2,001 North Alabama
NSDQ160
OP
8 point
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OP
8 point
Joined: Mar 2019
Posts: 2,001
North Alabama
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ThT 26hp tractor is a hoss. 3500HD I pulled it with my 1500 just fine, plus I'm not made of money, geesh. I work for other people and pay taxes.
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Re: New Truck
[Re: NSDQ160]
#2986076
12/16/19 02:28 PM
12/16/19 02:28 PM
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Joined: Dec 2001
Posts: 13,930 AL
hunterbuck
Booner
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Booner
Joined: Dec 2001
Posts: 13,930
AL
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Isn't GM putting diesel engines in some of the Canyons/Colorados? If so, split the difference and get one of those.
"You think I care? Roll Damn Tide"
Have you tried Google?
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Re: New Truck
[Re: NSDQ160]
#2986083
12/16/19 02:32 PM
12/16/19 02:32 PM
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Joined: Nov 2010
Posts: 24,887 Buc-ee’s Beach Express
leroycnbucks
Freak of Nature
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Freak of Nature
Joined: Nov 2010
Posts: 24,887
Buc-ee’s Beach Express
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Ask yourself this. Yes it will haul it but will it stop it? I think a lot of people that occasionally pull trailers don't take stopping power in consideration as much as towing .
Proud Army and ALNG veteran God Bless America!
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Re: New Truck
[Re: NSDQ160]
#2986100
12/16/19 02:46 PM
12/16/19 02:46 PM
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Joined: Nov 2010
Posts: 24,887 Buc-ee’s Beach Express
leroycnbucks
Freak of Nature
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Freak of Nature
Joined: Nov 2010
Posts: 24,887
Buc-ee’s Beach Express
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As someone that has driven 3/4 or one ton diesel trucks the majority of my working and playing life, plus pulled heavy loads across the South. There is no greater feeling than getting on the wide open road and hearing that turbo winding down after take off pulling a trailer and you never even know it's back there. Crank up some good tunes and not stress about the drive ahead. You can't do that when it ain't sure about the performance of the truck you are driving.
Proud Army and ALNG veteran God Bless America!
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Re: New Truck
[Re: NSDQ160]
#2986118
12/16/19 03:00 PM
12/16/19 03:00 PM
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Joined: Oct 2008
Posts: 30,910 Clanton, AL
Out back
Grumpy Old Man
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Grumpy Old Man
Joined: Oct 2008
Posts: 30,910
Clanton, AL
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Ain't no damn way I'd buy a new truck. I could buy one today, I could drive over to stokes and buy anything on the lot right now. But damn if I'll do it. There's overpriced junk, and then there's pure phucking rape. And I'm not paying for either.
My opinions and comments are my own. They do not reflect the position or political opinions of Aldeer or any of the Aldeer administration.
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Re: New Truck
[Re: NSDQ160]
#2986120
12/16/19 03:01 PM
12/16/19 03:01 PM
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Joined: May 2008
Posts: 943 Danville, Al
JDawg
6 point
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6 point
Joined: May 2008
Posts: 943
Danville, Al
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i had a 2016 Ram 2500 cummins. At 44,000 miles I was already needing new ball joints in the front end. I traded in for 19 F250. So far Ford seems better built than that ram I had. But the Ram was a tradesman and the Ford is a lariat. A buddy of mine knows a guy that uses HD rams for hot shot trucks he says as soon as he gets one he puts MOOG ball joints in them as the factories are croup.
Last edited by JDawg; 12/16/19 03:27 PM.
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Re: New Truck
[Re: NSDQ160]
#2986137
12/16/19 03:24 PM
12/16/19 03:24 PM
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Joined: Feb 2002
Posts: 44,211 North Alabama
Wiley Coyote
Freak of Nature
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Freak of Nature
Joined: Feb 2002
Posts: 44,211
North Alabama
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I’ve been pulling my 30hp Kubota cab tractor with loader and disc or bush hog on a 20 foot trailer with my 2007 Tacoma with not a single issue for 4 years now. The gross load is around 7Klbs. It’s 3 1/2 hours one way to my lease and I only stop for gas when I make that trip. I had brakes put on both trailer axles when I ordered it. Nothing else special or out of the ordinary.
I firmly believe that a double gallows should be constructed on the East Lawn of The White House. Politicians who willfully and shamelessly violate their oath to uphold and defend the Constitution of the United States of America should be swiftly tried and, upon conviction, publicly hanged at sunup the day after conviction. If multiple convicts are to be hanged they can choose with whom to share the gallows or names shall be drawn from the hangman's hat to be hanged 2 at a time.
NRA Life Member
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Re: New Truck
[Re: NSDQ160]
#2986140
12/16/19 03:26 PM
12/16/19 03:26 PM
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Joined: Feb 2015
Posts: 2,177 Eastbound and Down
dead_eye
8 point
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8 point
Joined: Feb 2015
Posts: 2,177
Eastbound and Down
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ThT 26hp tractor is a hoss. 3500HD I pulled it with my 1500 just fine, plus I'm not made of money, geesh. I work for other people and pay taxes. I was being sarcastic. I think you could pull that fine eith either.
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Re: New Truck
[Re: NSDQ160]
#2986177
12/16/19 03:58 PM
12/16/19 03:58 PM
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Joined: Mar 2013
Posts: 14,647 Tuscaloosa Co.
N2TRKYS
Booner
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Booner
Joined: Mar 2013
Posts: 14,647
Tuscaloosa Co.
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I didn’t know trucks were supposed to be bounced off of trees going down woods roads/trails. Learn something new everyday, I guess. I’d hate to see the spots that you brought the 4-wheeler to use to go down. 😂
83% of all statistics are made up.
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Re: New Truck
[Re: hallb]
#2986207
12/16/19 04:20 PM
12/16/19 04:20 PM
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Joined: Oct 2008
Posts: 30,910 Clanton, AL
Out back
Grumpy Old Man
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Grumpy Old Man
Joined: Oct 2008
Posts: 30,910
Clanton, AL
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I love my brand new truck, worth every penny I spent on it. Ain't no damn way I'd go back to driving some 20 year old hunk of crap. I drive 20 year old pristine trucks in excellent shape, because I keep them that way. I don't pay one thin dime in payments to any phucking body. And I refuse to be raped by union controlled auto companies with a bunch of overpriced junk.
My opinions and comments are my own. They do not reflect the position or political opinions of Aldeer or any of the Aldeer administration.
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Re: New Truck
[Re: Out back]
#2986214
12/16/19 04:27 PM
12/16/19 04:27 PM
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Joined: Feb 2011
Posts: 10,781 Santa Rosa/Conecuh
hallb
Booner
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Booner
Joined: Feb 2011
Posts: 10,781
Santa Rosa/Conecuh
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I love my brand new truck, worth every penny I spent on it. Ain't no damn way I'd go back to driving some 20 year old hunk of crap. I drive 20 year old pristine trucks in excellent shape, because I keep them that way. I don't pay one thin dime in payments to any phucking body. And I refuse to be raped by union controlled auto companies with a bunch of overpriced junk. You buy those trucks new? How old were you when you did that? What non-union brand are they?
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