bironacad
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Short box or long box? You only live once get what you want if you have the coin.
Short box or long box? You only live once get what you want if you have the coin.
I tried the two vehicle (for myself) even though I had a company vehicle. It didn't work well, both vehicles sat too long and fell apart.
One vehicle that does it all is best, get the diesel and be happy!
You know what one of the crazy things that is holding me back is? I've said forever that Dodge has the best looking trucks (still feel that way) with the best Diesel engine (still feel that way, if only because the inline 6 configuration of the Cummins makes it easier to work on in these trucks than a V8) but that I have no faith in their transmissions. Well now I can buy a Ram with a Cummins AND a great (Aisin) transmission. I am afraid to commit to the Duramax without at least test driving one of the new Rams. I love their styling, love the motor, hear nothing but great things about the Aisin transmission and even love the Rambox. The problem is that they aren't even building the CTD 2013 trucks yet, AND I know that Ram won't be able to come close to the deal that GM is giving me. I love my current GM truck so I know I would be satisfied with one of the same style, and I love the DMax/ Allison combo so why can't I decide? I swear when it comes to making big purchases I'm worse than most people's wives.
The one time I don't say go with the RAM instead, the poster makes the right decision and wants one. Ha ha!Lt CHEG said:You know what one of the crazy things that is holding me back is? I've said forever that Dodge has the best looking trucks (still feel that way) with the best Diesel engine (still feel that way, if only because the inline 6 configuration of the Cummins makes it easier to work on in these trucks than a V8) but that I have no faith in their transmissions.
Well he mentioned "looks" first as a selling point so that should automatically disqualify Ford. :laughing:Diamondpilot said:Throw Ford in the mix and you will be really confused.
Throw Ford in the mix and you will be really confused.
As for the Dodge I believe they are making significant improvements in power and some other areas in the next model year. Maybe this is what you are refering to? Give them all a chance and see who can win the bidding war.
Chris
I don't really like the looks of the current Ford 3/4 tons and up either. I love the looks of my 06 F350. To me 07 was the last good looking year. I love the F150's looks. Personally I think the Ram is the worst looking truck of all 5 makers but thats just my opinion and not worth much. They just look cheap in the headlights and grill/front end. I loved the previous generation of Rams and even owned one. Back then I felt that Chrysler/Dodge had the best looking lineup. All in all I think the current GMC trucks look good in the front end but hate the square wheel wells GM has had for ever and the low slung frame rails under the cab. The GM lineup to me looks cheap and dated from top to bottom. Again, this is just my opinion.
Around here Toyota rules the roost. Being built here and the biggest dealers being tied to the biggest John Deere dealer sure helps. Farmers, contractors, plowers, everyone seems to be using and abusing the Tundra. About every other one around here have a huge Boss V-Plow hanging off the front and they seem to handle them as well as any of the domestic's 3/4 tons.Just go to Lowes or Home Depot and look in the lot. Ford is second with Dodge third followed by GM. I really considered a Tundra back in 08 when I bought my Titan but had concerns with the rear frame section and they would not deal because they were selling like hot cakes.
I personally think the Tundra is the best looking truck followed by the F150, Titan, GMC, Chevy, then the Dodge. But again thats just my opinion.