So Long, and...Wait -- Another 2nd Gen?
#52
Been reviewing my options and thought I might reconsider perhaps going with a 2nd Gen 2500 5.9L 4x4.
What do you guys think of this one?
2002 Dodge Ram 2500 Truck SLT $8,875
I like that it's an automatic with manual shift to 4x4. Should this be able to haul my Allis WD if needed? The tractor weighs around 5,000lbs. It's been babied, too.
And then there's this one: 1998 Dodge Ram 1500 Quad Cab 4WD SLT Laramie
The only drawback I see with the 1998 is it has the 5.2L, which I feel might be a bit gutless with 4WD.
What do you guys think of this one?
2002 Dodge Ram 2500 Truck SLT $8,875
I like that it's an automatic with manual shift to 4x4. Should this be able to haul my Allis WD if needed? The tractor weighs around 5,000lbs. It's been babied, too.
And then there's this one: 1998 Dodge Ram 1500 Quad Cab 4WD SLT Laramie
The only drawback I see with the 1998 is it has the 5.2L, which I feel might be a bit gutless with 4WD.
Last edited by Gary-L; 05-30-2013 at 03:01 PM.
#53
I would be wary of trucks that have been babied too much. Sometimes it's an indicator that the thing is a dog.
I believe everything, especially trucks, should be ran and ran hard, but not abused
I would think the 5.9 magnum would be able to tow a 5000lb trailer. It's rated for it at least. Brakes would be a little sketch though
I believe everything, especially trucks, should be ran and ran hard, but not abused
I would think the 5.9 magnum would be able to tow a 5000lb trailer. It's rated for it at least. Brakes would be a little sketch though
#54
I would be wary of trucks that have been babied too much. Sometimes it's an indicator that the thing is a dog.
I believe everything, especially trucks, should be ran and ran hard, but not abused
I would think the 5.9 magnum would be able to tow a 5000lb trailer. It's rated for it at least. Brakes would be a little sketch though
I believe everything, especially trucks, should be ran and ran hard, but not abused
I would think the 5.9 magnum would be able to tow a 5000lb trailer. It's rated for it at least. Brakes would be a little sketch though
#55
#56
WOW trucks are expensive where you live. That 98' around here would be worth about 6 grand TOPS in the same condition. Sharp truck tho, I like the two tone paint jobs like that. I used to have a 98' 1500 with the 5.9, IMO it would pull your orange tractor just fine. Heck, my 93' w150 with a 5.9 and 3.92's is a pulling monster (for a gasser). Ive been using it for work (pulls a 14' enclosed trailer every day) to keep miles off my 08, and it does just fine.
#57
vdub...get the one with the best color! :P
How far you willing to drive for a good deal?
I'd offer that the 5.2 or 5.9 is just fine for that little tractor, assuming you have the tranny checked out. Find a cheaper one knowing with the thought you'll just get a new tranny. All this said considering a rig that has a fair amount of mileage on it, like > 160K.
Don't forget that 00 and newer are dual piston front brakes.
How far you willing to drive for a good deal?
I'd offer that the 5.2 or 5.9 is just fine for that little tractor, assuming you have the tranny checked out. Find a cheaper one knowing with the thought you'll just get a new tranny. All this said considering a rig that has a fair amount of mileage on it, like > 160K.
Don't forget that 00 and newer are dual piston front brakes.
#58
Babied as in never used. Driven like a grandma. Never had to pull or accelerate fast or be used as a truck.
Not as in not taken cared of. I drove a Dodge like mine that had 50k miles and was in PRISTINE condition. It was driven by a grandma type person and the thing couldn't get out of its own way
Not as in not taken cared of. I drove a Dodge like mine that had 50k miles and was in PRISTINE condition. It was driven by a grandma type person and the thing couldn't get out of its own way
#59
That 98 was WAY overpriced in my opinion for what it was...It has the 5.2 and almost 200k for crying out loud. The body was clean but dear lord thats not worth 3 grand over the book value! It's also a 15 year old truck...I just can't see 7000+ for it. If i was you, i'd be looking for private sellers anyway. They're usually more honest and more willing to work down on the price...just gotta keep searching for a sweetheart deal
#60