Looking for a reliable diesel truck
I'm looking for a reliable diesel truck. I like the idea of finding one of the dodge 12 valves but I haven't hand any luck. I want to replace my 2005 dodge 2500 Hemi. My 5th wheel fully loaded can...
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I had the same dilemma. I found it to be almost universal that 2500s were lifted and chipped with oversize tires and wheels; all deal killers for me. A lot of the 3500s were farm trucks that had pulled horse trailers and had been ridden pretty hard. I did find a sweet deal but had to stretch to the mid 20s. Some things you might consider:
- 2WD trucks are not desired in the NW and sell for considerably less. Can't say where you live.
- Search CL for 5th wheels. Many want to sell their truck and trailer together but will sell the truck separately. I saw some extraordinary deals after the fact. Might get a hitch thrown in.
- There was a couple of years where the 12V Cummins had blocks that were prone to cracking. Get on line and do some research before committing.
- I ended up with a dually. Love it for towing, everyday driving is generally not a problem.
- 2WD trucks are not desired in the NW and sell for considerably less. Can't say where you live.
- Search CL for 5th wheels. Many want to sell their truck and trailer together but will sell the truck separately. I saw some extraordinary deals after the fact. Might get a hitch thrown in.
- There was a couple of years where the 12V Cummins had blocks that were prone to cracking. Get on line and do some research before committing.
- I ended up with a dually. Love it for towing, everyday driving is generally not a problem.
