Truck Advice...

[bspot]

I have had tons of 5.3s, it seems to have less power in the 07-08s I have had opposed to the 04-06s I usually have on the lot. I really think that the chevrolet is the way to go (little bias) but if you can find a 6.2 you will be absolutely in love with the power and the transmission. I have not had any besides escalades and denalis but they are the best powertrain I have drivin. I have no history with the ecoboost but am a little nervous what the longevity is going to be, you can get 1000hp out of a 2.2 4 cylinder but when you boost everything up I would have to say that it is going to hurt the motor a little but like I said I do not have one nor even driven one. The guy that owns the rental store a few doors down just got a new ecoboost and loves it, just drive everything and look at the warrantys, I think gm is the best in every department, from the looks of it looks like you drive cars for a long time, so make the right choice so it doesnt cost you in a year or two.

Twin turbos on a v6? Sounds like a hefty repair bill after the warranty expires. Fords have always been known for their reliability. NOT.

[brody66]

If the ecoboost turns out to be a great running engine your resale will be great, but if they turn out to be a maintanence problem you will have to give them away just like when you look at what a 2008 ford 6.4 is worth and what a 2008 chev/gmc duramax is worth. Just my two cents I would not touch a eco boost with a ten foot pole until we see how they are going to be long term.

[Booms]

Ragboy - It sounds like you have a very close set up as mine (minus the mountains for me). I tow my boat maybe 3-4 times a year. The other 95% of the time it sits on our lift. Get a vehicle that is perfect for the family 95% of the time and that can tow your boat the other 5%. For the 5% of the time you tow your boat who cares if you can feel it behind you or what milage you get, it is only 5% of the time!
My brother-in-law has the ecoboost in a ford boxie looking thing. It tows his 18 ft. fishing boat just fine when he needs it to. But it is a family vehicle 1st and a tow vehicle 9th on the list of importance.

So all and all get what you want and make sure it can tow a 6,000 lbs boat. Just my

[Fiveflat]

Twin turbos on a v6? Sounds like a hefty repair bill after the warranty expires. Fords have always been known for their reliability. NOT.

Where you're confused is Navistar didn't build the Ecoboost for Ford...

[jrobertson]

Ragboy you really should check out the Toyota Tundra decent on gas, will tow just shy of 11,000 pounds and drives like a car. I have a 2008 LTD with 84000 miles and it pulls my RZ2 effortlessly. Very nice truck and, unlike the Ford......built in AMERICA!

[Fiveflat]

Don't try pulling off "Built in America" as the reason for buying a Toyota.

Nothing wrong with Toyota either though. They're good looking trucks....


Oh yea, that's because they started their big truck venture by mimmicking the F-150

[jrobertson]

Don't try pulling off "Built in America" as the reason for buying a Toyota.

Nothing wrong with Toyota either though. They're good looking trucks....


Oh yea, that's because they started their big truck venture by mimmicking the F-150

Forgot to mention I work for the toyota dealer so I am biased.

Considering that, Ragboy if it turns out you are looking a a Toyota let me know and give me the VIN and I can give you EXACT dealer cost.

[thtrog]

Blue Oval all the Way!!!

[Iwndr]

Blue Oval all the Way!!!

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We ordered the F150 super crew with the Eco boost with 3.73's on July 26th, still not in yet though.

I guess I've been lucky with Ford trucks, I've ran them since 1984 and never had a major repair bill. The Company I work for runs hundreds of them and I see the same performance with the field trucks. Drive them all Ragboy and get the one that you like the best

Plus Ford didn't take a handout and that means something to me

[ragboy]

I was out all day, I would have taken you up on the toyota offer, thanks so much. But I got the Ford, I can't believe it, first ford ever after years of GM/Toyota. These new F150s are REALLY nice, more later, gonna go take the kids out to dinner, they can't believe I got a Ford.

[Iwndr]

Congrats Ragboy, your going to enjoy it

[robert theisen]

Where you're confused is Navistar didn't build the Ecoboost for Ford...

Another GOOD point is every CHEVY,DODGE,TOYOTA AND NISSAN DEALER HAS A REPAIR SHOP.Chevy has more recalls than any other dealer.Just the facts.Government Motor Company owned by Obama.

[thtrog]

I was out all day, I would have taken you up on the toyota offer, thanks so much. But I got the Ford, I can't believe it, first ford ever after years of GM/Toyota. These new F150s are REALLY nice, more later, gonna go take the kids out to dinner, they can't believe I got a Ford.

Congrats!

[bman-]

I am currently towing the 24ve with wife's Mercedes ML320 CDI. Little bit of the tail wagging the dog, but no lack of power. Hell that 3.2 v6 has the same torque rating as the Dodge Hemi (390 ft pounds)

I have owned 14 Fords since my first one at age 18, including 5 Super Duty's 1 - 7.3, 3 - 6.0, and 1 6.4 (hated the 6.4)

The first Ford was a Ranger that chewed up brakes and U joints, but the remaining 12 have never been in the shop for more than a simple cosmetic repair. I had three of the notorious 6.0 and never once in the shop.

I am itching to buy one of the new F-150 eccoboost. That thing is a monster.

[robert theisen]

I was out all day, I would have taken you up on the toyota offer, thanks so much. But I got the Ford, I can't believe it, first ford ever after years of GM/Toyota. These new F150s are REALLY nice, more later, gonna go take the kids out to dinner, they can't believe I got a Ford.

Congratulations Ragboy!Enjoy your new ride.