ZWICK 4 PREZ
Posts: 7,733
Aug 15, 2014 11:01pm
JD413;1644612 wrote:Except diesel engines last forever.
They do last longer but the upfront additional cost and the additional maintenance costs are tough to recoup.
I have an f150 and an f250 diesel. I rarely use the f250 and it's definitely not as bulletproof as you'd think. As much as I use the diesel I probably should have gotten the 6.2l
salto
Posts: 2,611
Aug 15, 2014 11:22pm
ZWICK your opinion pls - For the farmer wanna-be who will be hauling a horse trailer = F150 or F250?
ernest_t_bass
Posts: 24,984
Aug 15, 2014 11:22pm
FYI, I'll more than likely be looking for a USED truck.
salto
Posts: 2,611
Aug 15, 2014 11:28pm
manual or auto?
2wd or 4wd?
budget?
Do you want a crew cab?
2wd or 4wd?
budget?
Do you want a crew cab?
ernest_t_bass
Posts: 24,984
Aug 15, 2014 11:31pm
On AutoTrader, I search for Truck+4x4+4 door. Hope that helps.
ZWICK 4 PREZ
Posts: 7,733
Aug 15, 2014 11:33pm
The f150 will be finesalto;1644666 wrote:ZWICK your opinion pls - For the farmer wanna-be who will be hauling a horse trailer = F150 or F250?
JD413
Posts: 131
Aug 16, 2014 6:40am
Is that the garbage 5.4 Triton engine?
ZWICK 4 PREZ
Posts: 7,733
Aug 16, 2014 8:06am
JD413;1644694 wrote:Is that the garbage 5.4 Triton engine?
My f150 has a 5.0 and the f250 has a 6.7
salto
Posts: 2,611
Aug 16, 2014 8:12am
Other than a common exhaust manifold leak I think its a good engine.JD413;1644694 wrote:Is that the garbage 5.4 Triton engine?
GoChiefs
Posts: 16,754
Aug 16, 2014 2:11pm
My garbage 5.4 just turned 205k miles. Terrible.JD413;1644694 wrote:Is that the garbage 5.4 Triton engine?
ZWICK 4 PREZ
Posts: 7,733
Aug 16, 2014 2:16pm
The 5.4 is reliable but it is a bit of a dog.
ernest_t_bass
Posts: 24,984
Aug 16, 2014 4:54pm
My biggest issue is that I have not a fucking clue what you guys are talking about.
Pick6
Posts: 14,946
Aug 16, 2014 5:13pm
Ford Raptor or bust.
ETBs next thread... "Horse Trailers"
ETBs next thread... "Horse Trailers"
ernest_t_bass
Posts: 24,984
Aug 16, 2014 5:18pm
Yeah, prolly bro.Pick6;1644820 wrote:Ford Raptor or bust.
ETBs next thread... "Horse Trailers"
salto
Posts: 2,611
Aug 16, 2014 5:28pm
Pick6;1644820 wrote:
ETBs next thread... "Horse Trailers"
Hope this helps. Right near C-bus, off of I-70 and st rte 29.ernest_t_bass;1644822 wrote:Yeah, prolly bro.
http://www.mheby.com/product-categories/horse-trailers/
Everything from -
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Pick6
Posts: 14,946
Aug 16, 2014 7:17pm
buy a gooseneck ETB
salto
Posts: 2,611
Aug 18, 2014 11:27am
If buying a Ford truck the best engine is the (4.9L) 300 c.i. V6. Damn thing is bullet proof and will pull the nuts off king kong. About the same torque as the 5.0 v8 but a little less Hp.
ernest_t_bass
Posts: 24,984
Aug 18, 2014 11:38am
A V6 for hauling a horse?
ernest_t_bass
Posts: 24,984
Aug 18, 2014 11:38am
What's adv/dis over diesel/gas?
salto
Posts: 2,611
Aug 18, 2014 12:03pm
Consider the 300 C.I. v6 is practically the same overall size as a v8, just larger cylinders. If you don't believe me look around on all the Ford forums. The 300 CI v6 is easily the best gas engine you can get in a later model Ford truck.ernest_t_bass;1645221 wrote:A V6 for hauling a horse?
Also to note- A diesel will be a pain in the ass during the winter.
ernest_t_bass
Posts: 24,984
Aug 18, 2014 1:40pm
Whys that?salto;1645235 wrote: Also to note- A diesel will be a pain in the ass during the winter.
salto
Posts: 2,611
Aug 18, 2014 5:05pm
Ever notice diesels plugged into an outlet during the winter? They are trying to keep the glow plugs warmed up.ernest_t_bass;1645268 wrote:Whys that?
Theirs a long technical answer dealing with the fuel, it condensing in the winter and not wanting to ignite but simply put diesels hate winter...
oberhaus
Posts: 868
Aug 18, 2014 6:49pm
I say get a Chevy or Dodge....because you can buy either from me.
1_beast
Posts: 5,642
Aug 18, 2014 10:14pm
ernest_t_bass;1644818 wrote:My biggest issue is that I have not a fucking clue what you guys are talking about.
trucks! derp!
R
rydawg5
Posts: 2,639
Aug 18, 2014 10:17pm
I've owned F150 4-door and GMC Sierra 4 door -
FORD: More space in backseat, and quality interior material much better as in no rattles, but a rough drive over bumps.
GMC: By far a smoother ride, but rattles from cheaper interior plastic.
If I had to choose I'd go GMC but the rattles are quite annoying.
FORD: More space in backseat, and quality interior material much better as in no rattles, but a rough drive over bumps.
GMC: By far a smoother ride, but rattles from cheaper interior plastic.
If I had to choose I'd go GMC but the rattles are quite annoying.