Originally Posted by mw2015
Seems like might be better off keeping my 2007 f150 and just replace engine and transmission as needed. Seems like all the new trucks have problems from talking to my old time mechanic.

Yup it seems like there is substantial gambling involved and getting lucky.
Finding a well sorted low mileage 5.7 Tundra would be solid but downside to them is expect 13MPG on a good day.