Post by: Ddouble on March 03, 2016, 08:23:48 PM
$15k budget
Diesel
4x4
Long Bed
Under 200k miles
What would you get?
Post by: predatorpro on March 03, 2016, 08:34:43 PM
Post by: Buckmark on March 03, 2016, 08:34:53 PM
Post by: TVHunts on March 03, 2016, 08:35:12 PM
Good luck on the search!
Post by: Rick on March 03, 2016, 08:35:18 PM
So here's the specs
$15k budget
Diesel
4x4
Long Bed
Under 200k miles
What would you get?
Used diesel prices are insane. I think you'll have a hard time staying within these parameters unless you're ok with something clapped out.
Post by: TVHunts on March 03, 2016, 08:37:38 PM
http://hunting-washington.com/smf/index.php/topic,192069.0.html
He's onto something there! A lot of new parts and a very nice looking truck!
Post by: rtspring on March 03, 2016, 08:38:31 PM
I would go gas if I only had 15k.
Add 10k and you may well find a great deal on a used one if you have the time to shop
Post by: Ddouble on March 03, 2016, 08:41:54 PM
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Post by: Dhoey07 on March 04, 2016, 07:11:04 AM
Post by: baker5150 on March 04, 2016, 07:28:17 AM
I would have him look for a 5.9 cummins and be ready to redo he front end and buy a lift pump. If he buys one for 12k, and puts 3 into it, he should do allright.
:yeah:
There are a few out there in that price range with the mileage he wants. I'd look into one with a manual trans or a built auto.
The rest of the upgrades needed aren't too costly if they haven't already been done.
A Ford 7.3 is a good choice as well but he may be disappointed in the initial power.
I would highly recommend a 06-07 cummins with a 6 speed manual. But his price range would have to increase.
Post by: Bill W on March 04, 2016, 07:52:27 AM
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Post by: kirkl on March 08, 2016, 08:18:32 AM
2000 F-250 XLT 4x4 7.3l Diesel Superduty. Air lift bags, Tow Pkg. 83,000 miles.
http://yakima.craigslist.org/rvs/5468990220.html
Post by: quarterstaff on March 09, 2016, 09:28:05 PM
Post by: Bofire on March 10, 2016, 10:26:27 AM
scope this out
Carl
Post by: Trapper John on March 15, 2016, 08:06:46 PM
Just retired so I am down sizing my truck and camping trailer
I hate to get rid of her I really like this truck but I just purchased a new F-150 don't need two trucks.
I will be selling in the next week or two my:
2006 Ford Powerstroke Turbo Diesel FX4 Off Road Supercab XLT Pickup
Color ~ Red
Sprayed Bedliner
A.R.E. Canopy
What I have done to it in the last year is:
EGR & Oil Cooler
All three Driveline universals
Front & Rear Brakes
Set of 4 New Tires ~ Hankook Dynapro ATM ~ LT285/70R17
Bigger Exhaust ~ 4"
Just put in a "New" High Pressure Oil Pump, July 2015.
Ford Dealership did the work and is Warranty by Ford for two years. Warranty goes with new Buyer
"Two new Batteries" (warranty is for 5 years on these new batteries).
Will have a oil changed next week (every 3,000 miles)
Well maintained as you can see. 178,000 miles She runs good
Fuel mileage (last time I checked it was 16 MPG)
The only problems there is, is that she could use a windshield (yep she's cracked at the bottom) and a little body work (yep I put a small dent in her on the passenger rear side door)
Asking $12,000.00 If your interested drop me a line.
JC :hello:
Post by: BigGoonTuna on March 16, 2016, 08:18:03 AM
What are you towing that you need a diesel for. Lots of gas trucks out there that will tow pretty good loads. If you are towing more then 10k I'd say go diesel otherwise save your money and the heartaches and get a good gas motor.one could buy a big block gas truck and a whole lot of fuel for what a used diesel truck goes for, especially if you aren't towing something heavy every day...
Post by: Ddouble on March 16, 2016, 08:35:17 AM
Just retired so I am down sizing my truck and camping trailer
I hate to get rid of her I really like this truck but I just purchased a new F-150 don't need two trucks.
I will be selling in the next week or two my:
2006 Ford Powerstroke Turbo Diesel FX4 Off Road Supercab XLT Pickup
Color ~ Red
Sprayed Bedliner
A.R.E. Canopy
What I have done to it in the last year is:
EGR & Oil Cooler
All three Driveline universals
Front & Rear Brakes
Set of 4 New Tires ~ Hankook Dynapro ATM ~ LT285/70R17
Bigger Exhaust ~ 4"
Just put in a "New" High Pressure Oil Pump, July 2015.
Ford Dealership did the work and is Warranty by Ford for two years. Warranty goes with new Buyer
"Two new Batteries" (warranty is for 5 years on these new batteries).
Will have a oil changed next week (every 3,000 miles)
Well maintained as you can see. 178,000 miles She runs good
Fuel mileage (last time I checked it was 16 MPG)
The only problems there is, is that she could use a windshield (yep she's cracked at the bottom) and a little body work (yep I put a small dent in her on the passenger rear side door)
Asking $12,000.00 If your interested drop me a line.
JC :hello:
Thanks JC I passed this on to my buddy. Where are you located?
Post by: Ddouble on March 16, 2016, 08:35:42 AM