horse or cart first?

Dtank wrote:

riven1950 wrote:


We have always had a 4x4 although rarely use it. We get snow trace about every 5 years and don't offroad, although with a new 5th wheel we would plan on a cross country trip which may involve some boondocking. Ford truck forums indicate a little better mileage with 2wd but we like the looks of the 4wd better and the insurance of 4wd if needed.

Not too concerned about not having enough truck after we find a fifth wheel.

Hope this is not as confusing as we are confused.

thanks

Truck: whether gas or diesel, no good reason to *not* have a 1 Ton.

2 X 4 versus 4 x 4: You answered your own statement/question. Are you purchasing a 4 x 4 'cause it looks better?..:R

I had TWO different 4x4 vehicles 'cause I had a mtn cabin. CHP would often require chains on the road up. If you had a 4 x 4 - you only had to *have* chains with you - but they never checked.

NEVER used (or needed) the 4 x 4 (s) - even with *LOTS* of snow.
Later, had a 4 x 2 pickup which did just fine in the (same)snow.

(IMO) UNLESS you're planning on off-roading, the 4x4 is a waste of $$.
And, unless you have lockers front and rear - it's just two wheel drive at both ends, LOL.
(Great sport watching the 4 x 4 folks think it conquers all, and go sliding across some black ice.)

Will you re-coop the extra cost when you sell it? Maybe.

BTW - limited slip diffs are pretty amazing and a great "insurance" policy - for less money and possible repairs.

Good luck! Hope whatever you decide - it LOOKS great!..:C

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