I Want to talk TRUCKS! Trucks for Hauling Trailers! Diesel Vs Gas.. 2500 vs 3500 etc. - Page 5

Well.. Think I got some good info out of this thread. Thanks guys.
Got some parts for the rear-end in and also have some other maintenance stuff that will be done on the truck to keep her running strong and scrapping hard. Trailer is in the shop this week being repaired, next week it will be the Chevy's turn.

Originally Posted by Focker

you dont have to run powerservice again seems like you dont have a clue.

I see, anyone even with a good knowledge of petroleum that far exceeds yours, has to be wrong if they disagree with you. Being in the industry for several years, Ive sold way above 2 million gallons of fuel, so what exprience do you have, sir, that trumps that ?

And furthermore, having a career truck driver for a dad who's driven in the lower 48 at all times of year for over 40 years, would tell you the same thing. So if anyone's opinion here appears to be unfounded, I beleive it wouldnt be mine. But then again I beg to differ with you so I couldn't be right, could I ?

OR why don't we just agree to disagree??

If everyone would see everything the same way, what a boring world this would be,,,

Originally Posted by Focker

So you have sold all of this fuel or whatever and yet you scrap yeah that sounds legit to me.You dont have to run and additives

Ain't never heard of anyone having two jobs ? Ive had two and sometimes 3 since I moved out on my own, and it's legit for sure ! I don't know what's so odd bout having two jobs. You can beg differ to, that dont offend, but you attacking me personally is frankly uncalled for. And furthermore you've yet to present anything that trumps my knowledge.

sledge buy a f250 gas and forget about it if you start auling more cars move to a diesel

Originally Posted by Libertytow

sledge buy a f250 gas and forget about it if you start auling more cars move to a diesel

Thanks for chiming in Liberty.. haven't seen you in a while.. All good in your world?

Originally Posted by Focker

yeah unless you are pulling alot of weight then you really dont need a diesel.The v10's are powerful trucks but love the gas.
Have you found anymore trucks

I've decided to put the money into making mine better for now. This week I get my leaf pack installed, new front hubs, new fuel pump and filter.. and am looking to get upgraded brake pads specifically designed for trucks who haul trailers. So for now, the 1500 is getting some "love"

Originally Posted by Focker

oh ok.Sucks your not getting something else.

It does suck depending upon your perspective.. I'm one of those "Non-Truck Payment" kind of guys. I could float it out for a bit on a bridge loan of buying an upgrade and selling mine, but I haven't had a truck payment for 7 years and that I LOVE! It appears the market for my 1500 has cooled off. About 2 years ago when I bought mine I couldn't touch one for less than $11-$12K, now people want to offer me $8K or even $5K!! My thought is "Really $5 grand?" I'd rather set the truck on fire than give it to someone- anyone- for a measly $5 grand. I'd much rather just pay cash for what I need and with anyone.. chucking out $12 or $13K for a 2500hd is a pretty sizable amount.

I'm a big fan of the "no payment" as well. If the old set up was working ok then the new set up should be an upgrade and should be an improvement till the right thing comes along.

I don't get too many cars but the car hauler and winch gets put to work for other things. My Ford E150 gets the call 99% of the time but fortunately I have the F250 on standby if need be. What the F250 needs is drum conversion up front and since discs were an option everything appears to be available off the shelf, just need to take the time to do it. After I do I'm sure I will be kicking myself for not making it more of a priority.

Originally Posted by KzScrapper

I'm a big fan of the "no payment" as well. If the old set up was working ok then the new set up should be an upgrade and should be an improvement till the right thing comes along.

I looked and looked for over a year to find the right 1500 with the right set-up and options, as well as what fit into what I wanted to pay. It was well worth it since I paid quite a bit less than any other one out there at the time. So I am patient for "the right deal" As I see it, since I'm not in a "oh crap I have to buy something" I get the luxury of being able to wait to find the right thing at the right time.