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Posted: 12/15/2016 8:50:59 PM EDT
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RAM
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Posted: 12/15/2016 8:52:22 PM EDT
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F150 or Tundra
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Posted: 12/15/2016 8:53:12 PM EDT
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Silverado. Hands down. Bought a 2016 a few months ago and love it. Ride is unbeatable and the new 5.3 runs better than my 2010 did with the same motor. I got the double cab in deep ocean blue with the all star package. Was $35k out the door
For some reason I couldn't bring myself to buy a 6 cylinder truck even if I did like the looks of the f150. I put a Gibson dual exhaust kit on mine and sounds awesome |
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Posted: 12/15/2016 8:54:32 PM EDT
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I like my stepfathers F150 Crew Cab 4x4, it’s an older 5.4L. If I was in the market, F150 would be top of the list… 200,000+ miles and it’s solid, runs and drives smooth.
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Posted: 12/15/2016 8:54:52 PM EDT
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F150
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Posted: 12/15/2016 8:55:56 PM EDT
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Tundra is a pretty capable 1/2 ton that has a decent interior and drives really well.
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Posted: 12/15/2016 8:56:47 PM EDT
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You are going to love that f150 with the 3.5. Mine is an 11 I love it.
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Posted: 12/15/2016 8:57:02 PM EDT
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This weekend I am trading in my 2013... I'm going to assume the 2013 is paid off. If the trade in value of the 2013 is at least the total costs of getting a smaller 2017, the do it. Otherwise just keep the current truck (for at least 7 more years) |
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Posted: 12/15/2016 8:58:13 PM EDT
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F150 or Tundra Yes |
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Posted: 12/15/2016 8:59:15 PM EDT
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Buy a leftover 2016 F150 Lariat or well optioned XLT.
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Posted: 12/15/2016 9:00:55 PM EDT
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Tundra is the best half ton
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Posted: 12/15/2016 9:01:19 PM EDT
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Buy a leftover 2016 F150 Lariat or well optioned XLT. Buying a "year old" new car is only a good deal for people that keep their cars long after they are paid off. |
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Posted: 12/15/2016 9:01:25 PM EDT
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Tundra, everything else is just stupid crap.
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Posted: 12/15/2016 9:01:39 PM EDT
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RAM Or Tundra |
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Posted: 12/15/2016 9:02:24 PM EDT
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F150
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Posted: 12/15/2016 9:03:35 PM EDT
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F150
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Posted: 12/15/2016 9:04:19 PM EDT
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First post didn't nail it, he'd have to drive a Dodge<img src=http://www.ar15.com/images/smilies/icon_smile_dissapprove.gif border=0 align=middle>. I bought an 16 F150 Fx4 Crew cab with 3.5 ecoboost a month and a half ago for $41k out the door, sticker was $52k. I love the truck but I only have 900 miles on it.
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Posted: 12/15/2016 9:07:20 PM EDT
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If you are ordering, you are fine. If you expect to walk onto a lot and get an extended cab F150 with the top end engine, you might be disappointed. I work a side job at a Ford dealership that has over 200 F150s in stock and probably only a few that are extended cab 3.5 ecoboosts (not sure if any are 4wd).
The full 4dr does not add much money so that's what 90% are. |
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Posted: 12/15/2016 9:14:34 PM EDT
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Tundra is the best half ton |
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Posted: 12/15/2016 9:23:02 PM EDT
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I didn't like the half tons after I sold my ram 2500 diesel. They didn't feel like a truck, but I still couldn't justify a diesel. So for about the cost of an XLT f150, I bought a 4 door F-250 XL model with the FX4 pkg and a 6.2L gas motor. I've been really happy that I went this route. The motor is a dog, but is reliable. You may wanna go a similar route if you like the extra space of a superduty and solid front axles.
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Posted: 12/15/2016 9:52:35 PM EDT
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My brother has trucks needs a lot like yours and has a Tundra for that and it is perfect.
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Posted: 12/15/2016 10:04:09 PM EDT
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Buy a leftover 2016 F150 Lariat or well optioned XLT. This |
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Posted: 12/15/2016 10:45:27 PM EDT
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Silverado. Hands down. Bought a 2016 a few months ago and love it. Ride is unbeatable and the new 5.3 runs better than my 2010 did with the same motor. I got the double cab in deep ocean blue with the all star package. Was $35k out the door For some reason I couldn't bring myself to buy a 6 cylinder truck even if I did like the looks of the f150. I put a Gibson dual exhaust kit on mine and sounds awesome |
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Posted: 12/15/2016 10:46:27 PM EDT
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RAM |
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Posted: 12/15/2016 10:49:08 PM EDT
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I'm going to assume the 2013 is paid off. If the trade in value of the 2013 is at least the total costs of getting a smaller 2017, the do it. Otherwise just keep the current truck (for at least 7 more years) keeping the current isn't going to happen. being a Mega cab DRW means it's a bitch to drive and park and takes up a ton of space in my garage. it was bought with a specific purpose that no longer exists. great truck but no good for my current needs and the excess capacity is actually a detriment. |
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Posted: 12/15/2016 10:51:06 PM EDT
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You are going to love that f150 with the 3.5. Mine is an 11 I love it. I love my '14..... |
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Posted: 12/15/2016 11:00:20 PM EDT
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I went with a GMC, if you go with a GM get the 6.2L. It makes 420hp stock and I get low 20s on the highway running 80-90mph.
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Posted: 12/15/2016 11:02:30 PM EDT
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You don't even *need* a half ton IMO.
Would you consider a Tacoma, Frontier, Colorado or similar? |
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Posted: 12/15/2016 11:02:46 PM EDT
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35k otd? 4x4? Yes and yes. It was 35 and some change. Bought it at stocker Chevrolet in state college pa. I was told by numerous dealerships that price was dealer cost but didn't matter to me. It was over $2k less than any other dealership. I'd take a pic of the slip and post if I could but this sight won't let me just post a pic easily. |
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Posted: 12/15/2016 11:03:07 PM EDT
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Go test drive a Tundra, Ram, F150, and Silverado and tell us what you liked best.
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Posted: 12/15/2016 11:03:47 PM EDT
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I looooove my 3.5 f150 lariat
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Posted: 12/15/2016 11:13:02 PM EDT
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I have the '16 3.5 eco crew cab. Buy a '17 has a 10spd trans more torque and more HP.
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Posted: 12/15/2016 11:13:38 PM EDT
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This weekend I am trading in my 2013 3500 Dually Diesel 4x4 Megacab. I simply do not need so much truck any longer. It has 13,000 miles on it and is bone stock. I beleive everyone needs a truck of some sort so I am going to buy a 1/2 ton full size. I am set on a 4x4 and need some towing capacity (light landscape trailer, motorcycles, etc). I also need an extended cab. Bed length isnt as important 6' or 8' will work. As this vehicle wont see more then 4000 miles per year and is really a 4th vehicle I dont need anything high end luxury but I dont want vinyl bench seats either. I am really leaning towards a 2016 F150 3.5 Eco extended cab if I can find one. I would also consider a Chevy but the performance of the ecoboost is hard to ignore. Now seems a great time to buy since there are left overs out there and dealers appear to be willing to deal as year end approaches. Thoughts? Holy crap. I just bought nearly the same truck! It's 2012 4x4 Mega dually. My ninth... or tenth Cummins. Maybe I've got a dozen already. 
I tried to put a picture up, but I got the 200. |
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Posted: 12/15/2016 11:15:13 PM EDT
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I'd rather have bought yours... a lot less miles than the 2012 I bought.
What's that truck blue book for? Put it on Craigslist. Trade is sucks. |
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Posted: 12/15/2016 11:19:37 PM EDT
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I went with a GMC, if you go with a GM get the 6.2L. It makes 420hp stock and I get low 20s on the highway running 80-90mph. Say what??? 
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Posted: 12/15/2016 11:23:30 PM EDT
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Tundra. Everything's overbuilt, and value is held like a motherfucker.
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Posted: 12/15/2016 11:24:47 PM EDT
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Say what???<img src=http://www.ar15.com/images/smilies/smiley_confused.gif border=0 align=middle> 
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Posted: 12/15/2016 11:26:00 PM EDT
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Say what???<img src=http://www.ar15.com/images/smilies/smiley_confused.gif border=0 align=middle> Car and Driver test |
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Posted: 12/15/2016 11:26:20 PM EDT
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F150 |
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Posted: 12/15/2016 11:28:43 PM EDT
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Yes Quote HistoryQuoted:
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F150 or Tundra Yes you can probably get an f150 cheaper |
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Posted: 12/15/2016 11:44:49 PM EDT
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F150 /thread |
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Posted: 12/15/2016 11:49:33 PM EDT
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I just ordered the new F150 with the upgraded ecoboost and 10 speed transmission today.
The raptor does 0-60 in less than 6 seconds, so mine should at least be fun 
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Posted: 12/15/2016 11:54:41 PM EDT
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I get just under 20 with a 2016 Silverado crew cab 5.3
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Posted: 12/16/2016 9:04:32 AM EDT
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You don't even *need* a half ton IMO. Would you consider a Tacoma, Frontier, Colorado or similar? well this is an interesting idea. every truck I have owned over the last 20 years has been a full size but you are right, I don't *need* the capacity of a full size. I know nothing about the smaller trucks and literally haven't looked no less reviewed any of them. suggestions if I go this route, please. |
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Posted: 12/16/2016 9:15:59 AM EDT
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Silverado. Hands down. Bought a 2016 a few months ago and love it. Ride is unbeatable and the new 5.3 runs better than my 2010 did with the same motor. I got the double cab in deep ocean blue with the all star package. Was $35k out the door For some reason I couldn't bring myself to buy a 6 cylinder truck even if I did like the looks of the f150. I put a Gibson dual exhaust kit on mine and sounds awesome Big plus 1. I love my silverado 1500. 4X4 with the 5.3. I get 19 mpg driving around town. |
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Posted: 12/16/2016 9:24:58 AM EDT
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well this is an interesting idea. every truck I have owned over the last 20 years has been a full size but you are right, I don't *need* the capacity of a full size. I know nothing about the smaller trucks and literally haven't looked no less reviewed any of them. suggestions if I go this route, please. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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You don't even *need* a half ton IMO. Would you consider a Tacoma, Frontier, Colorado or similar? well this is an interesting idea. every truck I have owned over the last 20 years has been a full size but you are right, I don't *need* the capacity of a full size. I know nothing about the smaller trucks and literally haven't looked no less reviewed any of them. suggestions if I go this route, please. One buddy of mine has a Colorado. Another with a Toyota whatever the hell its called. This is my dumb theory on newer mini or small pickups, VS a year old F150... No easier to work on. Comparable parts are usually not cheaper. Don't get any better fuel mileage. More downsides... Can't tow two chickens in a wheelbarrow. Beds usually so small, near worthless. Interiors are very small. Don't re-sell as fast as a half ton. Some mini trucks don't hold value like a half ton, even when by the same manufacturer. Upsides... Don't take up much space in the garage. |
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Posted: 12/16/2016 9:32:49 AM EDT
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I can plead with you to avoid Chevy like the plague. I simply cannot wait for the remaining 6mos on my '15 Silverado lease to be up. What a POS this truck is. I knew I F'd up giving Gubment Motors another shot.
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Posted: 12/16/2016 10:30:09 AM EDT
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Tundra, then come on out to our Tundras to Sedona Event in April. You can do this!
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Posted: 12/16/2016 10:41:52 AM EDT
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Say what???<img src=http://www.ar15.com/images/smilies/smiley_confused.gif border=0 align=middle> Car and Driver test My comment was on the mileage. The article even states an average of 15, and you can be sure that wasn't at 80+. Still, 15 is pretty good, considering my old 1994 GMC got less with half the power. |
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Posted: 12/16/2016 11:00:40 AM EDT
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I am not much of a chevy fan but liked the look of the 2016 face lift and test drove a 1500 z71 LTZ plus with the 6.2l. They have crazy good deals (like 11k off) and I fell in love with it after driving it. The 6.2l has gobs of power and I get 20-21 mpg on the highway (70-75mph) and average 18-19 mixing in around town driving. I was disappointed in the ecoboost performance when I test drove it and my buddies 2015 ecoboost struggles to get 18mpg on the highway.
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