Wanted V-10 But.........
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Wanted V-10 But.........
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No Pickup truck since 1992. Want an F250/F350 V10 4x4 for occasional spare vehicle, hauling use and Slide in camper. Convinced over the last year of research that a V-10 will do it. (Won't use it enough for diesel) settled on 2008-2010 SC/LB.
Problem? My buddy at work wants to quick-sell me his 2011 F-350 XL 6.2 gas 4x4, Regular Cab with 17,000 well-babied miles. He want's $25K which I know is top rate for KBB and NADA, but he is so desperate to pay it off, he's throwing in his 2007 Lance 815 Truck Camper (Very Good Shape with A/C Awnings etc..).....I have driven this thing both unloaded (awesome but bouncy) and loaded with the camper. It seems like a strong truck and has no ticks or creaks anywhere. Should I forget the V-10?
No Pickup truck since 1992. Want an F250/F350 V10 4x4 for occasional spare vehicle, hauling use and Slide in camper. Convinced over the last year of research that a V-10 will do it. (Won't use it enough for diesel) settled on 2008-2010 SC/LB.
Problem? My buddy at work wants to quick-sell me his 2011 F-350 XL 6.2 gas 4x4, Regular Cab with 17,000 well-babied miles. He want's $25K which I know is top rate for KBB and NADA, but he is so desperate to pay it off, he's throwing in his 2007 Lance 815 Truck Camper (Very Good Shape with A/C Awnings etc..).....I have driven this thing both unloaded (awesome but bouncy) and loaded with the camper. It seems like a strong truck and has no ticks or creaks anywhere. Should I forget the V-10?
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Awesome replies folks! I guess the V-10 was more of a "want" than a need.
Sixteen spark plugs!?!? OK I'll live with that I guess. Does that mean 16 COP's too?
What about the configuration? Will I regret not getting a SC later? I don't think there is much I couldn't do with this truck, right? BTW does the drivetrain warranty transfer with ownership?
Sixteen spark plugs!?!? OK I'll live with that I guess. Does that mean 16 COP's too?
What about the configuration? Will I regret not getting a SC later? I don't think there is much I couldn't do with this truck, right? BTW does the drivetrain warranty transfer with ownership?
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probably nothing seat covers and aftermarket dashpieces and a set of wheels couldn't cure......
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I have both trucks. My personal truck is the 6.8 and a camper lives on it. My work truck is the 6.2. Buy that 6.2 with the sweet camper. It will haul the camper just fine but will rev more doing it.
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I owned a v10 and drove a 6.2, and the 6.2 is a rock star of an engine - I thought the V10 was a slug (at high elevations, towing). The 6.2 sounds like it wants to party, which is nice. In your case, the lack of a supercab will bug you more than engine choice. At least get a 3v v10, if you go that route.
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That camper would be very nice PROVIDED you have a frequent use for it. If not, trying to sell it for decent $ could be tough, as everyone wants a steal (or they'll pass). I'm guilty of such logic - unless its something I really Really want.