Bought the wrong truck. Help
Tuned
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More Turbo
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In all fairness, in the original post he stated that he was going to trade for a diesel. This thread was never started as a gas vs diesel question, but as F250 vs F350 and SO vs HO questions. Threads just all go sideways as the gas vs diesel topic is polarizing. I was kinda curious which statement of mine sent a few throwing stones and I really can't understand what I said wrong. Its not like I said I like Dewalt more than Milwaukee.
I would suggest the same to the OP, go rent and tow your trailer to get your answer instead of what you get here on the internet. Rental fee even over 2 or 3 trucks is much cheaper than the trade in depreciation after you're not happy.
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Fleet Mechanic
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We have decided on a F350 CCAB 6.7L 6.75 bed. Now to just find one we like. Seen a few KR's that are nice but they all have moonroofs and that is one option we really do not want. The antimatter blue w/bronze two tone is pretty sharp looking. Could do without all the KR badging thoug..
Tuned
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We have decided on a F350 CCAB 6.7L 6.75 bed. Now to just find one we like. Seen a few KR's that are nice but they all have moonroofs and that is one option we really do not want. The antimatter blue w/bronze two tone is pretty sharp looking. Could do without all the KR badging thoug..
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I always fill at a truck stop towing or not. Kwik trips are all over the place and the TSD combined with the Fleet Rewards adds up to pretty good change in my pockets. Can't use the TSD card in auto lanes either. Last tank was $3.09 a gallon.
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Proper Planning and Preperation Prevent **** Poor Performance. I would rather spend 5 minutes on Google maps to find the fuel stops I'm going to make tomorrow than smelling like diesel inside my truck because the ground at the truck stop is soaked in diesel and the pump handle smells like it was dipped in a vat of diesel. Even when I had a diesel I didn't stop at truck stops because most of them are filthy and reek of diesel fuel.
*takes a deep breath* Mmmm… I love the smell of it!
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Proper Planning and Preperation Prevent **** Poor Performance. I would rather spend 5 minutes on Google maps to find the fuel stops I'm going to make tomorrow than smelling like diesel inside my truck because the ground at the truck stop is soaked in diesel and the pump handle smells like it was dipped in a vat of diesel. Even when I had a diesel I didn't stop at truck stops because most of them are filthy and reek of diesel fuel.
you know how to spot someone justifying their choices when they are too adamant that every aspect of their choice was right and stop over compensating for it lol. end of the day the single, only benefit of the gasser trucks is their cheaper cost. For those of us that don’t mind paying for the diesel engine option it’s the better more capable truck.
better power
better range
those things always make for a better tow experience
but I understand for those that don’t want to pay the price for a diesel. It’s not cheap. It’s also why I have some gassers because the diesels cost more than necessary for certain tasks we perform at work. And in other cases it’s worth the price. All depends but neither is completely right or wrong which is the way you view things.
but let’s quit getting confused on the actual differences between the two.
Tuned
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From: N. Appalachistan
you’re too dramatic. Holy cow.
you know how to spot someone justifying their choices when they are too adamant that every aspect of their choice was right and stop over compensating for it lol. end of the day the single, only benefit of the gasser trucks is their cheaper cost. For those of us that don’t mind paying for the diesel engine option it’s the better more capable truck.
better power
better range
those things always make for a better row experience
but I understand for those that don’t want to pay the price for a diesel. It’s not cheap. It’s also why I have some gassers because the diesels cost more than necessary.
but let’s quit getting confused on the actual differences between the two.
you know how to spot someone justifying their choices when they are too adamant that every aspect of their choice was right and stop over compensating for it lol. end of the day the single, only benefit of the gasser trucks is their cheaper cost. For those of us that don’t mind paying for the diesel engine option it’s the better more capable truck.
better power
better range
those things always make for a better row experience
but I understand for those that don’t want to pay the price for a diesel. It’s not cheap. It’s also why I have some gassers because the diesels cost more than necessary.
but let’s quit getting confused on the actual differences between the two.
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From: Chaz
Whenever I work my equipment, gas or diesel, from woodsplitter to backhoe, I pretty much run it wide open. Maybe that's why the sound of a big V8 at 4000 rpm doesn't make me stressed and uncomfortable.
The more time you spend hauling big loads up long grades, the more the diesel makes sense. But perhaps for perspective, one could ask themselves what percentage of their time is actually spent doing that specifically as opposed to taking the ol lady across town to the hobby lobby.
Get what you want, but keep it real.
The more time you spend hauling big loads up long grades, the more the diesel makes sense. But perhaps for perspective, one could ask themselves what percentage of their time is actually spent doing that specifically as opposed to taking the ol lady across town to the hobby lobby.
Get what you want, but keep it real.
Doesnt hurt anything.
I had a SRW 350 with standard diesel, 2022, which easily pulled my 45' Momentum toyhauler, 20k. It had 3.31 rear end. I did trade it for a 450, which was a dream truck for pulling a big toyhauler. Sold the toyhauler, and have a 350 KR SRW with 3.31 gears being built this week.
I had a 2015 250, and with the 10,000 lb gvwr limitation, it had a max cargo of 2050 lbs, what a waste of a truck. I never recommend a 250 to anyone buying a new truck. The ride isn't that much different than a 250, but you get so much more cargo capacity. And with the 10 spd transmission in a diesel, the 3.31 will pull just about anything. I proved it with my toyhauler.
Good luck in your search, do not get a 250!!
I had a 2015 250, and with the 10,000 lb gvwr limitation, it had a max cargo of 2050 lbs, what a waste of a truck. I never recommend a 250 to anyone buying a new truck. The ride isn't that much different than a 250, but you get so much more cargo capacity. And with the 10 spd transmission in a diesel, the 3.31 will pull just about anything. I proved it with my toyhauler.
Good luck in your search, do not get a 250!!
My F250 rides so well.
Fleet Mechanic
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From: Down SOUTH
Nah won’t make enough difference to fool with.
He needs a big mighty Six7 for towing.
There is no substitute when torque is needed to pull weight up hills.
He needs a big mighty Six7 for towing.
There is no substitute when torque is needed to pull weight up hills.
Fleet Mechanic
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From: Down SOUTH
XLT is all you need.
Six7 for towing.
Period = End of Story
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From: Chaz
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