Anyone Looking for a New Truck?

[BMF500]

Uhhhh not quite. That Shelby F150 is quite a joke.



If you want to see the beat down fast forward to about 11:45 in the video.


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Oh I didn’t say it was the winner!!

 

[candcallen]

Nothing wrong with the second gen 3.5 EcoBoost. It solved many of the claimed issues people reported. Mechanics and web forums tend to have skewed results cause happy people dont bitch or take their cars to mechanics. So you have to take that stuff with a grain of salt.

I've had about 6 or so Ford trucks and 2 expeditions in the last dozen years, 2 at a time and I keep them 2 to 3 years, with mostly ecoboost motors. Never had any issues with them. 3 of the 2nd gen versions. My kids both have fords with ecoboost motors in 3 and 4 cylinder flavors. I also had an explorer and edge but they were non EcoBoost v6s.

I will say way back when I had a dodge with a hemi in standard white work truck form, I think I told this story before, I came across a truck n trailer rig. Full size diesel moving type with about a 20 foot box completely full stuck dead innthe middle of the road. It died as it was turning left. I pulled up nose to nose, cause reverse is your lowest gear, hooked a tow chain to the hook on the front end and pulled that sucker up hill out of the road. No trouble at all.

We were all surprised.

I'll still stick with my Fords. I'm my experience they are the most reliable vehicles I've ever owned.

Regardless I ain't paying 6 figures for anything I cant live in. That's just "I'm a sucker" insane. Just like getting the higher trim lo levels. Especially nowdays when even base models have decent radios, connectivity, remote controls on the steering wheel and power everything. No need to tack on 25 grand for leather and gadgets you will never use or navigation that's out of date in a year.

 

[Texas42]

My friend recently bought one of the TRX’s. I don’t want To know what he paid for it. He previously had a Nissa GTR.

He may have burned some $$$ in cars.

 

[pronstar]

FWIW, other than being "OEM" a stock 2021 Raptor isn't really a fair comparison to the TRX for the full package, including price....

This $110K option is a true pound for pound competitor.

Shelby F-150

Tough to compare an aftermarket conversion to a factory truck though…I’ll take factory unless I’m building it with my own aftermarket choices.


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[Sam7sf]

Joke all you want. 2014 and up Fiat made a huge leap in quality over the old trucks. I think a lot of yall are doing yourself a disservice not considering a newer ram when looking at trucks. Again, just an opinion of someone that fixes everything not just one brand like a dealer tech.

Lmao what!?

 

[kyletxria1911a1]

As a guy that pretty much drove nothing but Ford trucks since 1983, I'd have to agree. Bought my first Ram about 5 years ago. It impressed me enough that when I had to buy a new one last year, I didn't even consider anything else. It's a work truck so Tradesman package is all I wanted/needed - but on a Ram, that means tilt wheel, power window/locks and cruise control. The B/U camera in the rear view mirror is about useless IMO, but since it's a safety-related issue, I'm gonna upgrade the radio to this:

2019-2021 RAM Truck UAM Radio Uconnect 4 with 8.4-Inch Display including Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Upgrade

INTRODUCTION Our reconditioned factory upgrades feature a 90-day guarantee and a hassle-free return policy. Extended warranties are also available! 100% Factory RAM® Apple CarPlay® & Android Auto® Ready! Supports English, French, & Spanish languages No-hassle, Plug & Play system. Pre-programmed...

www.infotainment.com

Now the wife has spotted the new 2022 Aviator and decided she wanted it...so, we'll be trading in her 2020 Aviator (with under 8k miles) and picking up her new one around the first part of September. They ain't coming off the MSRP of the new one much, but they're giving us a helluva lot more for her '20 than I expected, it's a wash.

Oh - and this is the Ram 3500.....along with some of the custom rigging we did.
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[1911'S 4 Me]

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I am not poor, just lack the funds to be rich.

 

[Sam7sf]

I’m married with a kid. I’m poor and stupid.

 

[kyletxria1911a1]

I am not poor, just lack the funds to be rich.

Where u at we on the same boat

 

[kyletxria1911a1]

I’m married with a kid. I’m poor and stupid.

Now dat just bad

 

[Sam7sf]

Now dat just bad

 

[kyletxria1911a1]

 

[bbbass]

Those fuel injectors are pricey, so doing 8 at a time hurts that much more.
Are they a common issue on those trucks?

Make sure you’ve replaced the entire pitman arm and all related bushings…sorta common on the IFS HD trucks.

My Silverado is IFS but for trucks I actually prefer a solid axle up front…they’re tough and known issues (like death wobble) are easily prevented/remedied, plus I’m just more familiar with them.

I’ve read you can turn your 5-speed Allison into a 6-speed with a valve body and programming…but that valve body is like $2k LOL

With all the pricey components and emissions crap, I dunno if I’ll ever own another diesel truck…at least not without a warranty.

I love that each carmaker offers a pretty stout gas V8 for their HD trucks. That’s the route I’d most consider.


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The injectors were being sold by the diesel shop I use for $350ea, plus install labor, but the head mech allowed me to purchase online and he installed them. Found a place in FL and paid $125ea. That's quite a markup for the shop owner and he was totally pissed and yelled and screamed at my wife and friend, whom I had sent to pick up the vehicle because I was gone working a wildfire. I only had one bank of injectors done and spent the extra $$ on the water/bubble filter to try to save the other bank of injectors. Yes, it's a common problem on that year of truck because IIRC the high pressure fuel pump is in the fuel tank (not sure), the OEM filter is only 20micron, the impurities and air bubbles wear out (open up) the injector nozzle/opening, and around 200k miles it usually needs to be done due to running too rich.

Regarding the steering, my understanding, from both the original mech and my stepson mech, is that after two diff efforts EVERYTHING was replaced and the steering box is the only thing left. I'll be really puzzled if that doesn't fix it.

I won't be spending another $2k turning the 5spd into a 6spd.... I'm happy with it, and due to eye damage I won't be towing RV's anymore. My daughter that lives in Ark has asked if she can have my camp trailer, a 28'er, and I told her she could have the truck too as long as they provided a replacement. It doesn't have to be a diesel, but it does have to be 4wd, either 1/2T or 3/4T but I'd prefer 3/4T. No Fords, no Rams.

 

[kyletxria1911a1]

The injectors were being sold by the diesel shop I use for $350ea, but the head mech allowed me to purchase online and he installed them. Found a place in FL and paid $125ea. That's quite a markup for the shop owner and he was totally pissed and yelled and screamed at my wife and friend, whom I had sent to pick up the vehicle because I was gone working a wildfire. I only had one bank of injectors done and spent the extra $$ on the water/bubble filter to try to save the other bank of injectors. Yes, it's a common problem on that year of truck because IIRC the high pressure fuel pump is in the fuel tank, the OEM filter is only 20micron, the impurities and air bubbles wear out (open up) the injector nozzle/opening, and around 200k miles it usually needs to be done due to running too rich.

Regarding the steering, my understanding, from both the original mech and my stepson mech, is that after two diff efforts EVERYTHING was replaced and the steering box is the only thing left. I'll be really puzzled if that doesn't fix it.

I won't be spending another $2k turning the 5spd into a 6spd.... I'm happy with it, and due to eye damage I won't be towing RV's anymore. My daughter that lives in Ark has asked if she can have my camp trailer, a 28'er, and I told her she could have the truck too as long as they provided a replacement. It doesn't have to be a diesel, but it does have to be 4wd, either 1/2T or 3/4T but I'd prefer 3/4T. No Fords, no Rams.

Dats racist

love a ford today

 

[Sam7sf]

 

[TipBledsoe]

All's I got to say is:

 

[Sam7sf]

 

[kyletxria1911a1]

Bwhaaaaaaa

 

[innominate]

I never buy the upper trim levels. Colossal waste of money.

Nice trim can be expensive

 

[TexasRedneck]

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We USED to have money...then you elected your president Biden.......


lol