DutchmenSport wrote:
The time has come for us to start considering a new tow vehicle. So, asking for your thoughts.
We currently have a 3500 Chevy diesel. Nothing is wrong with the truck, except it's aging. The body is showing signs of wear (fiberglass cracks) and rust beginning for form at the bottom of the door. I've checked with a couple body shops and they both seem to agree it's not worth fixing. I think it is, but they don't want to be liable when rust begins for form again.
Our work situation is changing also. We were considering getting a 3rd vehicle, a small car, but we both think replacing the truck makes better sense, and having only 2 vehicles.
So. Here's what I'd prefer to do, but do value everyone's opinion. I'm not asking for a tow vehicle war (well, maybe I am), just your thoughts, what's good, what's not so good?
I'd like to stay with a 3500 Chevy Diesel Dually 4 full door, 8 foot long bed and go brand new? (what can I expect from today's models and why is a different brand better) ...
So .... what's your thoughts? Let the "war" begin!
I'm looking hard at a new truck myself right now, mostly because the truck in my sig has hit 161K and I constantly worry when traveling about having an issue. It's been a VERY good truck to me over the last 4 years, but that's mostly because I've fixed a lot of the known issues. A close friend was turning the wrenches, so it basically only cost me the price of the parts to fix.
Anyways, I'm looking at the 2015 Chevy and 2014 Ram. Staying with a 3500 dually, LTZ or Laramie, depending on brand.
DW and I have fallen in love with the Ram. We haven't driven a Chevy yet, but everything we've seen about both of them is that they're pretty comparable with mostly brand loyalty providing the difference. We're leaning towards the Ram mostly because we think we can get a significantly better deal on that versus a new body style Silverado. We'll probably order a Ram this week from our local dealer.
I was never a Ram fan before because the interiors were just horrid in my opinion. That has changed. They've come a very long way and have arguably the best interiors now with a ton of creature comforts, depending on the level you're looking at.
I know you're partial to Chevy, and I get that, but do yourself a favor and at least look at the new Rams. You might be surprised and might save yourself quite a bit of money.
Just my $.02.
Good luck with your search!
