Ive just been reading along and learning a lot thanks to all the informative posts. I just wanted to add one thing. With some vigorous searching and patience you can easily find a diesel that's already broken in and eliminate the upfront costs of a diesel and enjoy the best of both worlds. Unless you just want a Brand new one. But I wont ever buy new again no matter what type of engine I go with. I prefer to buy a diesel that's been out there a few years trouble free at a fraction of the cost and pay cash for it and save the money that I would have spent on a new one for minor repairs. All while enjoying 700 plus miles to a tank of diesel, and all the pulling power I could ever want for. Picked up a nice 1995 12 valve extended cab long bed for $3800.00 Everything including the power windows, air, cruise, working great a year later. I don't think Ill ever need to make another truck payment and so that should cover any future repairs. Just my 2 cents. Later guys and gals.