Seeking a Backup Truck
Decided to modify the search to include F150 Pickups. I found this 2006 model. 5.4L engine should be hearty.
Comments?
Comments?
Been doing a lot of thinking and searching. I'll probably get the Dodge buttoned up this year and then search for a full size 4x4. If I find something I like then I'll most likely sell the Dodge. I always swore I'd keep it, but sometimes it's best to let go and move on.
If not a diesel, at least get a Hemi. Tritons are junk, and the 5.3 Vortec is way underpowered.
I hate to say it, but out of all the fullsize 1/2 ton pickups, after a Ram with a Hemi, a Nissan Titan would be my second choice.
I hate to say it, but out of all the fullsize 1/2 ton pickups, after a Ram with a Hemi, a Nissan Titan would be my second choice.
you don't gotta work a diesel to death to justify owning one...better fuel economy and less maintenance alone is enough reason to own one 
get an older one like wombat did...or an early 2nd gen...or late second gen like mine..all great motors.
with 3.55 gears you can pull 24mpg average out of them...
add an exhaust brake on them and your service brakes will last damn near 100k miles before changing them...especially with a manual transmission..

get an older one like wombat did...or an early 2nd gen...or late second gen like mine..all great motors.
with 3.55 gears you can pull 24mpg average out of them...
add an exhaust brake on them and your service brakes will last damn near 100k miles before changing them...especially with a manual transmission..








