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Old Jun 30, 2008 | 04:48 PM
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I have a problem. I have enough money to do one of three mods. I have found a 6.0 trans cooler for $100.00, if someone doesnt beat me to it. I found a B&W gooseneck hitch for $250.00, again if somebody doesnt get it 1st. And last, pure power diesel has gauge sets for under $300.00, for a limited time. I know that I should prolly get the gauges, so that I can see the improvements in each mod. I hope to have all the supporting mods done to my truck before April. That way if I get to go to smokin', I can get my truck live tuned by Jody.

My truck has a cody hitch that was in it when I got it. If I didn't tow so much, I wouldn't care, but the way that it's designed, if you cross a bridge or your on a rough road, it beats you to death.

Come on guys, tell me how to spend my money.
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Old Jun 30, 2008 | 05:07 PM
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Gauges you can buy anytime. Get the cooler NOW.
 
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Old Jun 30, 2008 | 05:11 PM
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Gooseneck - Its a tool that can help you make more money. (assuming you use your truck for work? Maybe not)
 
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Old Jun 30, 2008 | 06:11 PM
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The hitch is mounted to the frame. I don't see how any brand will 'ride' any better than another.....if your towing, get the guages.
 
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Old Jun 30, 2008 | 06:15 PM
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I agree with AKLIM, that sounds like a great price for the cooler. Just check it out real good for hairline cracks. Hitch would be my second choice, comfort wise.
 
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Old Jun 30, 2008 | 07:35 PM
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Originally Posted by joegebff
The hitch is mounted to the frame. I don't see how any brand will 'ride' any better than another.....if your towing, get the guages.
Yes the hitch is mounted to the frame, but the ball slides in and out. So you can turn it over. You can pull the ball up about 2 inches when its locked in.
As long as the front of the trailer is heavier than the rest you're OK, but with a backhoe it sucks.
 
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Old Jun 30, 2008 | 08:29 PM
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It is gonna suck with that kind of load, no matter what. It's a real truck.
 
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Old Jun 30, 2008 | 08:36 PM
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I would say go for the cooler for that fair of a price if it is in good shape if not go for the gauges. Though the B&W would be nice, it is all up to you and what you want to use your truck for. I have a B&W in my truck and dad has a B&W in both of his 3/4 ton trucks, they are a great investment and simple to install.
 
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Old Jun 30, 2008 | 10:17 PM
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Alright, I'm gonna call the guy tomarrow about the cooler. I forgot to put exhaust on my to-do list. lol
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Old Jun 30, 2008 | 11:13 PM
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Good deal man, good luck..
 
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Old Jun 30, 2008 | 11:16 PM
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Cooler is on an excellent price. Other items are not. Get the good priced item first and worry about the rest later.
 
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Old Jul 1, 2008 | 02:54 AM
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Get the cooler AND the B&W hitch, you're only $50 over the gauges and should be able to get away with that
 
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Old Jul 1, 2008 | 08:20 AM
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another vote for the cooler, but good luck what ever you do.
 
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Old Jul 3, 2008 | 12:23 AM
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Well, so far I can't get the guy at the junk yard to return my calls about the cooler. I'm gonna keep trying him. Maybe he saw the cooler on ebay that's over $300 and changed his mind lol.
 
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Old Jul 3, 2008 | 06:16 AM
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I dont understand how people are paying $300++ on ebay for those coolers when theres a Ford store selling them for $250????
 
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