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Help me pick a new truck!

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No_Dub
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Right now im driving a 1983 s10 diesel and i need something different for the snow. 2wd is not going to cut it in colorado next winter.

http://albany.craigslist.org/cto/2678460204.html this is my ideal option, i love these engines and the look of these trucks, plus the full sized bed is a huge plus

im not sure i want to make the initial investment of the diesel though


my other main option is a basic 1500 either a chevy or gm the mileage wont be as good as the diesel though. and it does not have a 8ft box. http://albany.craigslist.org/ctd/2670958660.html




i would like some opinions about either of these trucks or any other options i have




inb4 subaru or audi cause i need a truck
inb4 redneck
inb4 truckfag
Nov 21 2011 6:52PM
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eastcoastplanker
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neither one of them are deisels?
Nov 21 2011 6:59PM
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No_Dub
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im actually a retard. http://oneonta.craigslist.org/cto/2680339389.html this is the first truck
Nov 21 2011 7:02PM
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las.
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inb4 Charmander
Nov 21 2011 7:03PM
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No_Dub
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thanks for all the help guys, i really appreciate it
Nov 21 2011 7:28PM
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D-Roche74
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Personally i wouldnt go with a dodge unless it is a cummings which i think thats what the first one was. i have a 04 gmc sierra 2500hd and love it i could be bisit towards chevy and gmc but thats what i would suggest buying.

just some trucks listed in ny
like http://albany.craigslist.org/cto/2696091592.html
http://albany.craigslist.org/cto/2702605766.html
http://albany.craigslist.org/cto/2677124035.html
http://albany.craigslist.org/ctd/2688223955.html

good luck
Nov 21 2011 7:30PM
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Midwestoverdose
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I mean if you have more money you could invest in the toyota tacoma. My dad has one and I drive it a lot, 6ft bed and crew cab it gets good gas mileage and handles the snow phenomanol. (How ever you spell it)
There prob out of your price range but if there not, I would def look into a toyota tacoma.
Nov 21 2011 7:36PM
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No_Dub
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thanks for the help buddy, i really want to get some newer technology with anti-lock brakes, some traction control, and airbags. i want to get away from the old age. also i really dont want anything lifted, im leaning towards the cummins cause with 4x4, its pretty high already.
Nov 21 2011 7:38PM
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chicken
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get the V8 for sure. I drive an 05 chevy extended cab and it is great. Although I don't have the 5.3, just the 4.8.
Nov 21 2011 8:36PM
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chicken
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oh nevermind then. get the dodge if you are towing/hauling anything or mostly driving on the highway.

the chevy is still a sweet truck though
Nov 21 2011 8:37PM
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*Bird
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i know nothing about trucks other that toyota makes the best. I have always like the look of the tacoma.
Nov 21 2011 8:39PM
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sniche
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98 ford ranger 5 speed manual


Nov 21 2011 8:46PM
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No_Dub
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out of my price range id imagine, tryin to stay under 8 grand


and for those suggesting the tacoma, i really would like a full sized truck
Nov 21 2011 9:30PM
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gotti
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GET THIS


the Maurauder.


Nov 21 2011 9:35PM
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No_Dub
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ahahahaha if i had that cash, id be buying a nicer truck than a 01 2500 with a different color tailgate
Nov 21 2011 9:36PM
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LS.
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ford only
Nov 21 2011 9:46PM
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northeast
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i've got a 97 chevy 2500, not sure if it's an 8 foot bed but it's pretty close. sucks up gas like a motherfucker, but it's a v8 and fast as hell. i rolled it fully onto its side with a decent amount of speed and drove it home fifteen minutes later.
Nov 21 2011 9:48PM
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Chompo.
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Solid truck... the 24valve cummins is a great engine...

but i figure this is a good spot to drop a /claim about my truck
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/claim
Nov 21 2011 9:50PM
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Chompo.
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Solid truck... the 24valve cummins is a great engine...

but i figure this is a good spot to drop a /claim about my truck
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/claim
Nov 21 2011 9:50PM
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No_Dub
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no, thats what i intend on buying
Nov 21 2011 9:52PM
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SPskier543
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Do a thorough check on those gm 4l60e transmissions, look the the fluid and smell it after test driving it for a while, if it's anything but red and a non burnt smell to it, stay away. I also like the 5.3 compared to the 5.7, my current tahoe has a 5.3 and its quicker and more efficient than my old one with a 5.7
Nov 21 2011 9:53PM
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No_Dub
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i see no "C" tag on the side...must be a pussy-ass hemi

jk props for a solid truck to call your own
Nov 21 2011 9:54PM
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Chompo.
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haters gonna hate... it is the "Laramie Longhorn Edition" though. And i really have no use for anything bigger/the turbo diesel
Nov 21 2011 10:04PM
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alyssssssa
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diesel fumes make me horny. its worth the investment
Nov 21 2011 10:07PM
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No_Dub
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if you dont mind me asking, what kind of mileage do you get? we have 2 2500s with v8's at work and they get absolute shit, like 13
Nov 21 2011 10:07PM
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Chompo.
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city i get like 13.5 but im not exactly the most fuel efficient driver. Highway i get 18-19ish
Nov 21 2011 10:23PM
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