[CharlieMurphy]

Originally Posted by kev2

I will agree they all have their achilles heal ...

My first thought why do you WANT a truck, especially the hemi'ette?
OFTEN a insurance premium .price premium, hard driven.
better combos at less money

This may sound old school but, I believe men should drive trucks...just the way I was raised I guess. Does not need to be a Hemi but def a v-8. Was not aware of the insurance issue, Is it that much more than a similar Chevy or Ford?

True about the transmission... A little knowledge and some tips should get you past that.

I was afraid this was true..damnit

Always CARFAX and a inspection BY an independent technician,
KISS.. STOCK, to be clear STOCK avoid the "modifications" ... if you must modify first enjoy it be sure its sound then do as YOU please knowing the foundation is good NOT someones headache.

Totally agree about the mods, but part of me says if I find the truck I want, with the mods that I would've done myself, (lift, wheels/tires, exhaust ect..) knowing this really does not add to the resale value much it seems like im getting these mods for a huge discount if not nearly free. But as you stated need to be carefull with these types of things.

I would shop the dealers they are hurting and moving used truck should get you a deal AND maybe some warranty

Heres the problem...love warranties, hate dealers.