Post by: wadu1 on June 10, 2015, 06:40:33 PM
As for price Dave Smith and USAA auto finder are about the same price and I don't have to drive to Kellogg.
Post by: Firing Pin on June 10, 2015, 07:07:52 PM
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Post by: wadu1 on June 10, 2015, 07:24:13 PM
Yes but you are able to get a much better interest rate using USAA.Yes better interest rate at USAA, but I'll be paying cash up to $45K
Post by: bknilvr00 on June 10, 2015, 07:42:41 PM
Post by: BAR C3 on June 10, 2015, 07:52:29 PM
Had 3 Ford's before that and won't own another again!
Post by: brush hunter on June 10, 2015, 07:59:20 PM
Post by: KFhunter on June 10, 2015, 08:05:34 PM
Honestly I would find a used dodge instead of buying a new one. I got a 2007 2500 with the 6.7 liter cummins and six speed manual with 50k miles on it two years ago. Previous owner had put in air bags under the back end and a convert-a-ball hitch as well. Anything 2007 and newer has a crapload of emissions stuff that pretty well strangles the motor, but that can be dealt with.
I'm interested in the "but that can be dealt with" part, once you put everything "as it should be" then you've got an outstanding truck.
Takes a lot longer to get the engine to normal operating temp is the biggest draw back I've been able to read about it.
Post by: HntnFsh on June 10, 2015, 08:06:27 PM
As far as a stick having more control on bad roads. I don't really see it. Heck you can put either 1 in 4lo. The Chevy has the 6 speed auto that you can manually shift. I honestly think it would have a little more control if any of them do. Just a few thoughts. Oh and the Chevies have a factory turbo brake. Not sure if Dodge does.
Post by: Forks on June 10, 2015, 08:32:52 PM
Post by: brush hunter on June 10, 2015, 08:36:46 PM
Post by: DRobnsn on June 11, 2015, 09:59:27 AM
I have an 06 Silverado with the LBZ motor, and absolutely love the ride, quietness, and handling. As mentioned brakes are awesome too. 185000 on the originals. But, if I was going to buy a Dodge I would check with Campbell Dodge in Centralia. A buddies brother just bought a brand new 1 ton. Pretty loaded. Looked all over. Paid about $200 more at Campbells than what Dave Smith wanted for the same truck. I know you can get factory warranty work oil changes, etc. done at any dealership. But I believe the dealership you buy from will probably treat you better because you are a customer than somebody who bought elsewhere. Could come in handy if you ever need help dealing with the manufacturer
As far as a stick having more control on bad roads. I don't really see it. Heck you can put either 1 in 4lo. The Chevy has the 6 speed auto that you can manually shift. I honestly think it would have a little more control if any of them do. Just a few thoughts. Oh and the Chevies have a factory turbo brake. Not sure if Dodge does.
You do have more control with a stick, especially in slow off road conditions. Diesel pickups are so heavy when you get stopped in deep mud or snow you often need a little boost built up with an auto to move the truck again the combination of the way a diesel makes power and the way the auto delivers it to the tires makes that very difficult if not impossible to control without overpowering the traction available. With a stick you can feather the clutch or release the clutch slowly to keep the engine from overpowering the traction available. It is also much easier to rock the rig back and forth to get yourself out of a hole with a stick, you can't quickly release and apply forward or reverse pressure to the drive train with an auto to create a good rocking motion.
Post by: trophyhunt on June 11, 2015, 10:33:16 AM
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Post by: frankmrf on June 16, 2015, 06:48:44 AM
Wife drives a VW Passet with the TDI engine and never gets less than 40 mpg. I am sure you will be pleased with it. Just don't put gas in it (very expensive)
If you are looking for a new rig give Dave Smith a call.
Post by: cohoho on June 19, 2015, 06:47:58 AM
Post by: HUNTINCOUPLE on June 19, 2015, 07:20:10 AM
Post by: CAMPMEAT on June 19, 2015, 04:49:25 PM
My buddy has a new Dodge 2500 Crewcab, 4x4 and has had new balljoints put in at 8000 miles already..