Diesel Question for truck campers
I believe a diesel engine is the best for hauling a truck camper. With the price of diesel going up more each week is it still worth it? Just looking for opinions. Today in Canada a gallon ...
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In Alaska, it'll be easier to find parts in the local NAPA for an HD diesel pickup than most any other vehicle. Same for rural Oregon, Idaho, & Washington. Probably California too.
There's a reason why local farmers, mechanics, ranchers, etc. all use Domestic HD Diesel trucks....they work the best, and are most reliable and cost effective.
Still, no one's forcing anyone to get a diesel. No one is going to force you to get good gas mileage. I've done the math, for me...it makes a lot of sense. But...I didn't buy my diesel new from the factory. I did a lot of research, and found the exact model and year of 7.3L I wanted, then found a truck with it in it. 130K miles later...I've had almost no repairs to the engine, only enhancements. I also seldom get below 20 mpg in my average driving. Better when unloaded. Much better.
There's a reason why local farmers, mechanics, ranchers, etc. all use Domestic HD Diesel trucks....they work the best, and are most reliable and cost effective.
Still, no one's forcing anyone to get a diesel. No one is going to force you to get good gas mileage. I've done the math, for me...it makes a lot of sense. But...I didn't buy my diesel new from the factory. I did a lot of research, and found the exact model and year of 7.3L I wanted, then found a truck with it in it. 130K miles later...I've had almost no repairs to the engine, only enhancements. I also seldom get below 20 mpg in my average driving. Better when unloaded. Much better.
