turtlespeed 219 #1 March 3, 2008 . . . what suggestion do you have, and Why?I'm not usually into the whole 3-way thing, but you got me a little excited with that. - Skymama BTR #1 / OTB^5 Official #2 / Hellfish #408 / VSCR #108/Tortuga/Orfun Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mnealtx 0 #2 March 3, 2008 Did you blow up Didgy *already*?Mike I love you, Shannon and Jim. POPS 9708 , SCR 14706 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andrewwhyte 1 #3 March 3, 2008 I drove a new Chevy 3/4 ton diesel with the Allison 6-speed automatic from Calgary to Columbus Miss. last year. That thing kicked ass like I have never seen in a truck before. The fuel efficiency was surprising as well. If I was getting a Chevy I would spring for the better seat; standard issue was a bit disappointing on a long ride. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
turtlespeed 219 #4 March 3, 2008 QuoteDid you blow up Didgy *already*? No - she's getting a little old though, I'd rather get something newer and more fuel efficient, save the money on the gas and have a nicer(newer) truck.I'm not usually into the whole 3-way thing, but you got me a little excited with that. - Skymama BTR #1 / OTB^5 Official #2 / Hellfish #408 / VSCR #108/Tortuga/Orfun Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skybytch 273 #5 March 3, 2008 A Toyota Tacoma. Why? It'll run forever, get reasonable gas mileage and is still big enough that you can sleep off a legendary drunk in the bed. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
apollard24 0 #6 March 3, 2008 Toyota Why, because I work for them.:)Breathe out so I can breathe you in... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
micduran 0 #7 March 3, 2008 I drive a Nissan Titan. It doesn't feel like a "truck" and it tows my camper.Be patient with the faults of others; they have to be patient with yours. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gawain 0 #8 March 3, 2008 Well, lacking specifics, I'll provide some details based on what I've driven and read about. Small/Mid-size: Toyota Tacoma or Dodge Dakota/Mitsu Raider (w/V8). Full size: Much harder to decide because these things get purpose built. Do you want a diesel engine? If so, you have to step up in class and your choices are American only (American trucks are good quality though, better than the car line-up). Car and Driver just named the GMC/Chevy Silverado (1500) as a Best 5 Truck. Dodge uses the Cummins line of Diesel engines which are known for outstanding longevity. Ford is known for build quality and towing capacities that are usually higher than their competition. Plus, they have a V-10 engine option. What's your budget? You can get a full-size truck with a V-6 for under $20K, or you can get a full-size dually for $50K... Dodge and Ford have next-gen Ram and F-150s coming out later this year. Ford F-150s are really quiet...I mean wow. The Dodge Ram 1500 with a Hemi is pretty nice too. The Toyota Tundra is a real looker, my cousin has a loaded Tundra and absolutely loves it. He couldn't get rid of his Chevy truck soon enough to get it. He has no regrets. If it were me, I'd be looking at a Ford, Dodge or Toyota.So I try and I scream and I beg and I sigh Just to prove I'm alive, and it's alright 'Cause tonight there's a way I'll make light of my treacherous life Make light! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
turtlespeed 219 #9 March 4, 2008 Thanks for all the input Max! I'll respond in pieces . . . Quote Well, lacking specifics, I'll provide some details based on what I've driven and read about. Small/Mid-size: Toyota Tacoma or Dodge Dakota/Mitsu Raider (w/V8). Definately have to be a full size. I got used to this one and Love it. i like how high up the driver sits. The view in traffic is so much better than a car. At the moment I have a 98 Dodge 1500 4x4 . . . and the 4x4 has gotten me and several vehicles unstuck. The old Girl even unstuck a 1/2 full concrete truck once. I was so proud. BUT I'm not sure if I can heave the added expense. I would keep her but the gas milage is around 12 - 13 city & 15 -16 hwy. If I can get about 3 MPG better on both - I can justify with the miles that I drive a newer truck maybe even a new truck. Full size: Much harder to decide because these things get purpose built. Do you want a diesel engine? If so, you have to step up in class and your choices are American only (American trucks are good quality though, better than the car line-up). Car and Driver just named the GMC/Chevy Silverado (1500) as a Best 5 Truck. (Yeah - but that award is a pretty much "Pay as you go" in my opinion.) Dodge uses the Cummins line of Diesel engines which are known for outstanding longevity. (Yeah - but you need to go to a 2500 - probably can't justify that one yet) Ford is known for build quality and towing capacities that are usually higher than their competition. Plus, they have a V-10 engine option. (Not sure I need THAT much power) What's your budget? (Probably in the 25K range including TTL) You can get a full-size truck with a V-6 for under $20K, or you can get a full-size dually for $50K... (V-6 sounds so . . . Whimpy) Dodge and Ford have next-gen Ram and F-150s coming out later this year. (Really - hmmmmm - - I'll have to look into that . . . do they come in green?) Ford F-150s are really quiet...I mean wow. (Hmmm - not really a big Ford Fan . . . But I won't rule them out just yet . . . They sit pretty low though) The Dodge Ram 1500 with a Hemi is pretty nice too. The Toyota Tundra is a real looker, (I have a friend that bought one - he likes it too.) If it were me, I'd be looking at a Ford, Dodge or Toyota.I'm not usually into the whole 3-way thing, but you got me a little excited with that. - Skymama BTR #1 / OTB^5 Official #2 / Hellfish #408 / VSCR #108/Tortuga/Orfun Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mnealtx 0 #10 March 4, 2008 If you're looking for gas mileage, you definitely don't want to go with the V-10...don't know about the mileage on the Hemi. Evidently, getting 20mpg or so unloaded out of the CTD isn't all that uncommon. Plain vanilla longbed quad cab 2500 ST with the CTD is showing 40k retail on the Dodge website.Mike I love you, Shannon and Jim. POPS 9708 , SCR 14706 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DavidB 0 #11 March 5, 2008 I've driven full sized pick-ups since the mid 70's. First was a 71 Dodge D-100 (10MPG with a hot-rodded 383), then a 78 F-100 (15MPG 300" 6-cyl), then an 84 F-150 (14MPG gutless 302). Now I have an '04 Chevy Colorado. Yea, I know it's not "full size" but boy is it spacious inside. I didn't option it for MPG, but even with the 220HP 3.5l engine, auto trans 4WD, & 3.73:1 gears I manage to get 17+ winter, 18+ summer & 25+ highway. I can make the 1275 mile run to my honey's in Arkansas straight through & my back & butt don't hurt!!!When the only tool you have is a hammer, every problem looks like a nail. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dcm 0 #12 March 5, 2008 oh please any body that knows anything buys a chevy Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mnealtx 0 #13 March 5, 2008 Quote oh please any body that thinks they knows anything buys a chevy Fixed that for ya.... Mike I love you, Shannon and Jim. POPS 9708 , SCR 14706 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
turtlespeed 219 #14 March 5, 2008 Quote Quote oh please any body that thinks they knows anything buys a chevy Fixed that for ya.... Are you implying that HH and the mods own a Chevy?I'm not usually into the whole 3-way thing, but you got me a little excited with that. - Skymama BTR #1 / OTB^5 Official #2 / Hellfish #408 / VSCR #108/Tortuga/Orfun Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shropshire 0 #15 March 5, 2008 The Mogadishu - warloard vehicle of choice - Toyota (.)Y(.) Chivalry is not dead; it only sleeps for want of work to do. - Jerome K Jerome Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sunshine 2 #16 March 5, 2008 QuoteAre you implying that HH and the mods own a Chevy? "a chevy"? They all share just one? ___________________________________________ meow I get a Mike hug! I get a Mike hug! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
turtlespeed 219 #17 March 6, 2008 Chevy - BAH! I'm not usually into the whole 3-way thing, but you got me a little excited with that. - Skymama BTR #1 / OTB^5 Official #2 / Hellfish #408 / VSCR #108/Tortuga/Orfun Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mnealtx 0 #18 March 6, 2008 Very nice - stayed with the 1500? (methinks I recognize that b/g...) Mike I love you, Shannon and Jim. POPS 9708 , SCR 14706 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
turtlespeed 219 #19 March 6, 2008 Quote Very nice - stayed with the 1500? (methinks I recognize that b/g...) Hemi!And yes you do.I'm not usually into the whole 3-way thing, but you got me a little excited with that. - Skymama BTR #1 / OTB^5 Official #2 / Hellfish #408 / VSCR #108/Tortuga/Orfun Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mnealtx 0 #20 March 6, 2008 Quote Quote Very nice - stayed with the 1500? (methinks I recognize that b/g...) Hemi!And yes you do. Keep your foot out of it and you should do ok - I'd put a good quality synthetic in it (like Redline or Royal Purple) after the 3k break-in period, though...Mike I love you, Shannon and Jim. POPS 9708 , SCR 14706 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tmaricle55 0 #21 March 6, 2008 NICE!!! Muff Brother # 3883, SCR # 14796 ICD # 1 - Pres. Yeah, I noticed and I think it's funny! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
turtlespeed 219 #22 March 6, 2008 Quote NICE!!! You are just saying that.How are the plans going?I'm not usually into the whole 3-way thing, but you got me a little excited with that. - Skymama BTR #1 / OTB^5 Official #2 / Hellfish #408 / VSCR #108/Tortuga/Orfun Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tmaricle55 0 #23 March 6, 2008 Quote How are the plans going? Fine, just talked to his mother. She is so sweet, getting ready for another family gathering. Muff Brother # 3883, SCR # 14796 ICD # 1 - Pres. Yeah, I noticed and I think it's funny! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gawain 0 #24 March 6, 2008 Quote Chevy - BAH! I take it the dealer had some sweet deals on it huh? So I try and I scream and I beg and I sigh Just to prove I'm alive, and it's alright 'Cause tonight there's a way I'll make light of my treacherous life Make light! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sunshine 2 #25 March 6, 2008 Get roadhead in it yet? ___________________________________________ meow I get a Mike hug! I get a Mike hug! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
