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re: Used Diesel question
Posted on 6/7/15 at 8:07 am to DownshiftAndFloorIt
Posted on 6/7/15 at 8:07 am to DownshiftAndFloorIt
Got it. I have a work truck so my personal just sits. It gets used on weekends only pulling a 9k camper or a 22 bay boat. The 5.4 triton does ok but shifts a lot hunting for gears. Wanting a rig that doesn't seem to struggle as much. It won't be a daily driver so maybe one or two oil changes a year. I'm wondering how much a programmer would solve the "gear hunting"?
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Posted on 6/7/15 at 8:28 am to KJS
Programmer will not give you what you want. Larger engine will. 6.0 GM motor or ford 6.2 is what you want.
Posted on 6/7/15 at 8:36 am to KJS
Nah it's gonna struggle with a 9k pound camper no matter what you do to it.
A newer half ton would have a much easier time with it. If you're a ford guy look at an ecoboost before you spring for a diesel. The Chevys also tow extremely well now. You could probably find a used one for a decent price. The 6 speed transmissions make a huge difference with those trucks.
A diesel is a good buy for a dedicated tow rig though. Just stick to cummins and Duramax for those years and have it checked out by someone who knows what to look for. Dont let high mileage scare you too much.
A newer half ton would have a much easier time with it. If you're a ford guy look at an ecoboost before you spring for a diesel. The Chevys also tow extremely well now. You could probably find a used one for a decent price. The 6 speed transmissions make a huge difference with those trucks.
A diesel is a good buy for a dedicated tow rig though. Just stick to cummins and Duramax for those years and have it checked out by someone who knows what to look for. Dont let high mileage scare you too much.
Posted on 6/7/15 at 9:19 am to KJS
Since it will not be your daily driver, I would definitely go with 3/4 ton gas burner. It will give you everything you need without the high maintenance cost and price.
Posted on 6/7/15 at 10:07 am to KJS
Might want to consider upgrading your rear axle gears in your f150. Dropping 1k on new gears is a lot cheaper than the diesel option. That with a programmer will probably do the trick.
Posted on 6/7/15 at 11:38 am to KJS
What rear end does your 5.4 have?
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