selling out
Thread Starter
|
Elder User
Joined: Mar 2004
Posts: 835
Likes: 0
selling out
Well, it is with deepest regret that I think that I must sell my truck. I just don't like having the auto trans. for all I do I want a manual, with 5 spds. I have thought long and hard about doing a transmission swap. but It seems that the cost would be far more than selling and buying a manual with the 5 sp.. my truck is not a spring chicken with 215K . I think I could find a lower milage f250 for the less or equile to what Iwill sell my truck for if I factor in the cost of putting in a new trany.one other factor is I want my new truck to have thr 3.55 in sted of the 4.10 I have now/
so the truck I have is a 97 f350. cc 4x4 e4od 4.10 It Kelly BB @ $8300. in fair condition. I have some up grades , new turbo, 8 new injectors, things lile that, the body in not in great shape but I think $8k is a little optomistic
the turck I would look at is f 250or 350 super cab or cc 5sp 3,55 4x4
I figure $2-3k for a trany swap. if I do it my self so I can put that twards the cost of a new truck.
So my questions are:
1 what do you all think?
2 what will I realy loose by going to a f-250? as far as I can tell the only real differeces are the lift blocks and front axil.
3 is there any way I can tell by the VIN what gearing a truck has?
4 do I dare look at a dodge??
Thanks for andy thoughs J
so the truck I have is a 97 f350. cc 4x4 e4od 4.10 It Kelly BB @ $8300. in fair condition. I have some up grades , new turbo, 8 new injectors, things lile that, the body in not in great shape but I think $8k is a little optomistic
the turck I would look at is f 250or 350 super cab or cc 5sp 3,55 4x4
I figure $2-3k for a trany swap. if I do it my self so I can put that twards the cost of a new truck.
So my questions are:
1 what do you all think?
2 what will I realy loose by going to a f-250? as far as I can tell the only real differeces are the lift blocks and front axil.
3 is there any way I can tell by the VIN what gearing a truck has?
4 do I dare look at a dodge??
Thanks for andy thoughs J
Last edited by wycowboy; Oct 27, 2007 at 11:27 AM.
Post Fiend
Joined: Apr 2004
Posts: 12,835
Likes: 3
From: Silver Lake Dunes, MI
Originally Posted by wycowboy
Well, it is with deepest regret that I think that I must sell my truck. I just don't like having the auto trans. for all I do I want a manual, with 5 spds. I have thought long and hard about doing a transmission swap. but It seems that the cost would be far more than selling and buying a manual with the 5 sp.. my truck is not a spring chicken with 215K . I think I could find a lower milage f250 for the less or equile to what Iwill sell my truck for if I factor in the cost of putting in a new trany.one other factor is I want my new truck to have thr 3.55 in sted of the 4.10 I have now/
so the truck I have is a 97 f350. cc 4x4 e4od 4.10 It Kelly BB @ $8300. in fair condition. I have some up grades , new turbo, 8 new injectors, things lile that, the body in not in great shape but I think $8k is a little optomistic
the turck I would look at is f 250or 350 super cab or cc 5sp 3,55 4x4
I figure $2-3k for a trany swap. if I do it my self so I can put that twards the cost of a new truck.
So my questions are:
1 what do you all think?
I think 8K depending on the body is about right. maybe a touch low but it should sell fast that way.
2 what will I realy loose by going to a f-250? as far as I can tell the only real differeces are the lift blocks and front axil.
My first truck was a 250 now I have a 350 and would never go back to the 250 with TTB front axle. Straight axles drive smoother and nicer. Not to mention alot less tire wear and the ball joints last longer. I wouldn't go with a 250 unless you really want a crew cab short box. then I would have to swap the axles.
3 do I dare look at a dodge??
No you don't dare. You may look for a cummins to put in your Ford but you do not, I repeat do not want a Dodge!
Thanks for andy thoughs J
so the truck I have is a 97 f350. cc 4x4 e4od 4.10 It Kelly BB @ $8300. in fair condition. I have some up grades , new turbo, 8 new injectors, things lile that, the body in not in great shape but I think $8k is a little optomistic
the turck I would look at is f 250or 350 super cab or cc 5sp 3,55 4x4
I figure $2-3k for a trany swap. if I do it my self so I can put that twards the cost of a new truck.
So my questions are:
1 what do you all think?
I think 8K depending on the body is about right. maybe a touch low but it should sell fast that way.
2 what will I realy loose by going to a f-250? as far as I can tell the only real differeces are the lift blocks and front axil.
My first truck was a 250 now I have a 350 and would never go back to the 250 with TTB front axle. Straight axles drive smoother and nicer. Not to mention alot less tire wear and the ball joints last longer. I wouldn't go with a 250 unless you really want a crew cab short box. then I would have to swap the axles.
3 do I dare look at a dodge??
No you don't dare. You may look for a cummins to put in your Ford but you do not, I repeat do not want a Dodge!
Thanks for andy thoughs J
Posting Guru
Joined: Aug 2002
Posts: 1,729
Likes: 2
I'd stick with the Ford, the cummins is nice but you sacrafice for it. I've seen a few nice 97 250's ex cabs for around the price range your looking at. Where are you located?
I can notice a difference with my 5 speed and 3.55's compaired to my parents auto w/4.10's. On the long hills I'm shifting alot more than the auto does to keep the same speed but on the highway I'm getting alot better mileage
I can notice a difference with my 5 speed and 3.55's compaired to my parents auto w/4.10's. On the long hills I'm shifting alot more than the auto does to keep the same speed but on the highway I'm getting alot better mileage
Postmaster
Joined: Aug 2004
Posts: 3,948
Likes: 2
From: SHELTON, WA
Trending Topics
Thread Starter
|
Elder User
Joined: Mar 2004
Posts: 835
Likes: 0
Not with the VIN. You could check the differential tag or check the axle code on the door post.[/QUOTE]
ohh well I was just looking at trucks on line and wondered if there was a way
Hey 1997-f350/
I's a great looking truck. almost just like mine but in better shape! But I , not ready to bid in the next 20 hrs! but if you dont sell let me know!!J
ohh well I was just looking at trucks on line and wondered if there was a way
Hey 1997-f350/
I's a great looking truck. almost just like mine but in better shape! But I , not ready to bid in the next 20 hrs! but if you dont sell let me know!!J
Last edited by wycowboy; Oct 27, 2007 at 09:33 PM.
FTE Stories
Ford Trucks for Ford Truck Enthusiasts
AEV FXL Super Duty - the Super Duty Raptor Ford Doesn't Make
Brett Foote
Lobo Vs Lobo: Proof the F-150 Lobo Should Be Even Lower!
Michael S. Palmer
Ford's 2001 Explorer Sportsman Concept Looks For a New Home
Verdad Gallardo
10 Best Ford Truck Engines We Miss the Most!
Joe Kucinski
2026 Shelby F-150 Off-Road: Better Than a Raptor R?
Brett Foote
2027 Super Duty Carhartt Package First Look: 12 Things You NEED to Know!
Michael S. Palmer
10 Most Surprising 2026 Ford Truck Features!
Joe Kucinski
Top 10 Ford Trucks Coming to Mecum Indy 2026
Brett Foote