Looking for a cheap truck
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Originally Posted by FF2Skip,Nov 25 2006, 12:33 AM
Most likely 4-cyl. Not baggin'... just stating.
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Dan, I believe the stereotypical Dodge tranny problems are somewhat limited to non-HD models.
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And early models. I think the newer body style(Mack truck style) started in '95.
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And early models. I think the newer body style(Mack truck style) started in '95.
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Originally Posted by FF2Skip,Nov 25 2006, 12:35 AM
IIRC, the Chevy 2500HD is a very coveted truck- extremely reliable and tons of grunt to boot. Accordingly, prices on the used ones are not cheap.
my friends 05 chevy 2500hd diesel runs like a friggin champ! i do like that truck ihave to be honest....for a domestic
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Originally Posted by FF2Skip,Nov 25 2006, 12:37 AM
Dan, I believe the stereotypical Dodge tranny problems are somewhat limited to non-HD models.
the only other non 1500 issues was one higher mileage 3500 diesel, just had a knocking trans but didn't real give him too much trouble....so far
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Originally Posted by bulldogs2k,Nov 25 2006, 12:30 AM
3312,
are you serious or joking? I love dodge trucks thats why.
are you serious or joking? I love dodge trucks thats why.
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Originally Posted by FF2Skip,Nov 25 2006, 12:41 AM
Dan, my sister had a 4Runner for many years. Very reliable, but she never used it to really do anything strenuous.
but you are right they are made for more reliable bullet proof solid chassis, performance and 4 whl drive system
until the new tundra comes out next year, any big time towing is all on the domestics. i just stress reliability too much
i'm going to bed. it's been fun
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Originally Posted by FF2Skip,Nov 25 2006, 12:44 AM
Do yourself a favor... go on Edmunds.com and do some shopping. It'll give you a barometer of prices on trucks. Honestly, I'd be willing to bet that you could get a sweet price on a used truck because of the gas prices. Even though the pump prices are currently lower than previous highs, they're not going to go much lower and sellers may have to wheel-n-deal.
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hmmm......i may have to stay away from my dad's friend's F150. He may sell it to us for cheap though., around $7k with 100k miles and a v8 extended cab. What to do!?!?