Best tow rig under 35k.

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08-03-2011, 08:17 AM

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all 3 are good trucks...dont see how you could go wrong with any of the choices. if shopping used..your better off taking the approach of NOT being brand loyal and look for the cleanest best deal you can find. in the past past 12 months i have went from Dodge, to Chevy, back to Dodge. personally, i like the CTD

08-03-2011, 08:20 AM

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Dodge Ram Cummins Diesel 6 Speed Manual trans. Most common "hot shot" truck for a reason. Most reliable. Pulls like a freight train. Not overpriced. Dare to compare. What do 90% of semi trucks have? A inline 6 and a manual trans! Semi's keep america rolling. Stick with the Dodge!

08-03-2011, 10:12 AM

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Originally Posted by sleek1

I'm not up to date with the issues of the newer diesels. For around $15K (KBB average) you can get a 7.3 Ford diesel. Many say it's the best diesel Ford ever made.

I have thought about going with an older ford, just can't seem to find a 7.3 with the "clean look".

08-03-2011, 10:13 AM

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older diesel pusher motor home

Also must have a 5th wheel, but that would be nice!

08-03-2011, 10:15 AM

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Originally Posted by 07DominatorSS

You can get a lot of nice used stuff for 35k or less. My buddy just picked up an 08 F250 6.4, 45000 miles for under 35k.

I have run across several 2008 fords that I would be very happy with. I am just scared of the issues I have read about. Are the engine issues as common as they appear?

08-03-2011, 10:29 AM

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2004- 05 dodge 4x4 3500 is one of the best packages they put together.

Just need to find one that doesn't have a lot of miles on it.

08-03-2011, 10:46 AM

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Originally Posted by offshorexcursion

Give this man a Gold Star! The 2006-2007 5.9 trucks are the best to buy. The 6speed manual gives the best fuel mileage. Don't worry about the mileage as these engines will run 500,000+ miles before a major rebuild.

08-03-2011, 10:50 AM

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You should be able to get the fords for damn near free. I had to give away my 6.0 on trade. 2011 Fords are great, but stay away from the 6.0 and 6.4. junk, and you wont be able to get rid of it later.

08-03-2011, 11:09 AM

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What about this?

http://www.offshoreonly.com/classifi...o39758-en.html

Edit: Not my truck, don't know the owner, but if I was looking I would consider the above.

Last edited by Big Time; 08-03-2011 at 11:46 AM.