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Re: New truck towing capacity
« Reply #105 on: April 15, 2014, 08:55:41 AM »
I haven't built the tundra but most I'm seeing listed are closer to $50,000. I can get a dodge for anywhere from 40-50k (or more of course) depending on how fancy I want it



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Re: New truck towing capacity
« Reply #106 on: April 15, 2014, 09:00:11 AM »
I haven't built the tundra but most I'm seeing listed are closer to $50,000. I can get a dodge for anywhere from 40-50k (or more of course) depending on how fancy I want it

Did you look at prices on the trucks I linked? Not trying to be a jerk here but I want to make sure I never shop wherever it is that you have been lol!
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Re: New truck towing capacity
« Reply #107 on: April 15, 2014, 09:49:50 AM »
I haven't built the tundra but most I'm seeing listed are closer to $50,000. I can get a dodge for anywhere from 40-50k (or more of course) depending on how fancy I want it

I think others have said this before, but I'd get a 3rd Gen 2003 to 2006 Dodge 2500 diesel (i.e., 5.9L before all the emissions crap forced Dodge to go to 6.7L).  Specifically, I'd get the six-speed manual w/the HO engine.  I currently have a 2nd Gen 2001 Dodge Diesel 4x4 w/6-speed and HO engine, plus 90HP injectors, bigger turbo, cold air box, 4-inch exhaust, electronic brain box and 33" tires.  This thing will tow anything and I get 20 to 22 mpg unloaded and 13 to 14 towing my 12,000lb 5th wheel.  If you are going to be towing, don't buy a gas engine!  Plus, I wouldn't spend $40K on anything.  Save $20K and buy 2006 Dodge 6spd diesel!  Or use the extra $20K and buy a 40+mpg commuter car too.

Good luck in your decision.

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Re: New truck towing capacity
« Reply #108 on: April 15, 2014, 08:54:12 PM »
I haven't built the tundra but most I'm seeing listed are closer to $50,000. I can get a dodge for anywhere from 40-50k (or more of course) depending on how fancy I want it

I think others have said this before, but I'd get a 3rd Gen 2003 to 2006 Dodge 2500 diesel (i.e., 5.9L before all the emissions crap forced Dodge to go to 6.7L).  Specifically, I'd get the six-speed manual w/the HO engine.  I currently have a 2nd Gen 2001 Dodge Diesel 4x4 w/6-speed and HO engine, plus 90HP injectors, bigger turbo, cold air box, 4-inch exhaust, electronic brain box and 33" tires.  This thing will tow anything and I get 20 to 22 mpg unloaded and 13 to 14 towing my 12,000lb 5th wheel.  If you are going to be towing, don't buy a gas engine!  Plus, I wouldn't spend $40K on anything.  Save $20K and buy 2006 Dodge 6spd diesel!  Or use the extra $20K and buy a 40+mpg commuter car too.

Good luck in your decision.

ET

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Re: New truck towing capacity
« Reply #109 on: April 15, 2014, 09:27:30 PM »
The problem with the early 3rd gen manuals is the NV5600. They aren't made anymore and if anything happens to them,good luck finding any parts.

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Re: New truck towing capacity
« Reply #110 on: April 15, 2014, 10:24:42 PM »
The problem with the early 3rd gen manuals is the NV5600. They aren't made anymore and if anything happens to them,good luck finding any parts.
Lots of hard parts for the 5600 are still very readily available Rick.
Allstate Gear, T&B Trans and Gear, Cobra Transmission are 3 that come to mind who carry anything you would need to rebuild a 5600.



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Re: New truck towing capacity
« Reply #111 on: April 25, 2014, 12:46:06 PM »
Well I finally settled on a truck and found a dealer who was willing to take my ford and give me a new Ram 2500 with a cummins. I had high hopes Dave smith motors would pull through with he best deal but they were far from it... Offered me just $14,500 for my 07 F350 which booked for about 20k. Campbell down in centralia beat their prices and it was the easiest car/truck buying experience I've had yet. Called them and told them what I wanted, he called back with a great offer that actually beat Dave smith, and it was about a 45 minute drive instead of 7 or 8 hours! I've been at it all week and all it took was a phone call with those folks.


Thanks for all the input, I'll be putting the new truck to the test next week for a halibut opener on the coast.



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Re: New truck towing capacity
« Reply #112 on: April 25, 2014, 01:02:19 PM »
I wanna see some pictures .........
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Re: New truck towing capacity
« Reply #113 on: April 25, 2014, 09:07:28 PM »
Great choice for towing heavy and working.  Hope mpg is decent with new emissions.  I know there were problems with rear brakelight leaking into cab.  Dont know if yours is one of these but keep it in mind.
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Re: New truck towing capacity
« Reply #114 on: April 30, 2014, 12:58:43 PM »
Here are some pictures of it doing it's job.

I am absolutely pleased with this truck, nicer than I really needed but I will be happy with it for many years.





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Re: New truck towing capacity
« Reply #115 on: April 30, 2014, 01:08:32 PM »
 :tup: great choice

 


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