Ordered new Ram truck

NC Hauler wrote:

Bedlam wrote:
You hit the nail on the head. I hope to retire sooner by not swapping out vehicles as often. I buy new, but they are used over 10 years before even considering replacing one. You cannot take the money with you when you die, but also don't want to continue working until you die either.

Guess I'm the fool, huh? My plans for the the last 20 yrs or so were to retire at 66...That was the plans and even with the stroke, That's still the plans...purchasing this truck has no effect on my plans...Dang, you'd think if someone worked their butt off to make a living, they should be able to spend how they want to....Didn't start this thread to hear what I should have done, or what someone else would have done, Heading toward 66, being married for almost 46 years and raising 3 kids, spent time in the military and served in combat...don't drink. never did drugs, never smoked...surely you don't begrudge me because I can afford to buy a new truck with no effect on my future or retirement...Even with taking care of a daughter and two of my granddaughters for the last 3 years due to her divorcing the fool she married.....THAT didn't hurt us either, and it wan't cheap, ( but it's family). Believe it or not, I DO know what I'm doing even at this stage in my life. Hopefully, I won't die before my 66th birthday on July 22nd....but, never thought I'd have a stroke either.....so there you go...glad I gave you something to post about.

You took my post the wrong way. You have balance enjoying life now with the possibility of enjoying life later. If you found that balance, you are better off than most. Some may call me unbalanced, but my balance is just fine for me.

Congrats! I am happy for you! I know the excitement of waiting for a new truck... I'm sure you will enjoy your new rig. Best wishes on the rehab.

tinner12002 wrote:

NC Hauler wrote:
I stated truck in my sig was my retirement truck, BUT, with one last hoorah, THIS will be my "retirement" truck. Just ordered a 2016' Ram 3500 DRW/CC/LB/4X4/Cummins/Aisin/4.10 in Longhorn trim and Pearl White...won't have two tone..went with monotone and chrome bumpers. Also added the rear air assist..just because. So I guess now I wait and hope everything works out OK.

Thought I'd share and ready for any of the flack I'll get from this:B

I said that about my 2012 Ram but then ordered my 2015...lol!

Yeah, it was even stated that this one must be my "NEW" retirement truck:B

Travlingman wrote:
Congrats on the new truck ordered. Sounds like you got it decked out, should be sweet. Might have missed it, but what color interior did you get? Don't forget the rule of pics required when it arrives.

I know you look forward to hitting Sams Gap, Saluda Mountain or highway 25 coming out of SC past the Cliffs to see how she performs with the new rig. Again, congrats and enjoy.

Eager to tow with it to be sure:)...The interior is Canyon Brown/ Lt. Frost Beige with the Filigree leather seats...

Also the 7% grade on I64 from Sandstone Falls WV to top of the mountain:)

NC Hauler wrote:
I stated truck in my sig was my retirement truck, BUT, with one last hoorah, THIS will be my "retirement" truck. Just ordered a 2016' Ram 3500 DRW/CC/LB/4X4/Cummins/Aisin/4.10 in Longhorn trim and Pearl White...won't have two tone..went with monotone and chrome bumpers. Also added the rear air assist..just because. So I guess now I wait and hope everything works out OK.

Thought I'd share and ready for any of the flack I'll get from this:B

I said that about my 2012 Ram but then ordered my 2015...lol!

Congrats on the new truck ordered. Sounds like you got it decked out, should be sweet. Might have missed it, but what color interior did you get? Don't forget the rule of pics required when it arrives.

I know you look forward to hitting Sams Gap, Saluda Mountain or highway 25 coming out of SC past the Cliffs to see how she performs with the new rig. Again, congrats and enjoy.

Bedlam wrote:
You hit the nail on the head. I hope to retire sooner by not swapping out vehicles as often. I buy new, but they are used over 10 years before even considering replacing one. You cannot take the money with you when you die, but also don't want to continue working until you die either.

Guess I'm the fool, huh? My plans for the the last 20 yrs or so were to retire at 66...That was the plans and even with the stroke, That's still the plans...purchasing this truck has no effect on my plans...Dang, you'd think if someone worked their butt off to make a living, they should be able to spend how they want to....Didn't start this thread to hear what I should have done, or what someone else would have done, Heading toward 66, being married for almost 46 years and raising 3 kids, spent time in the military and served in combat...don't drink. never did drugs, never smoked...surely you don't begrudge me because I can afford to buy a new truck with no effect on my future or retirement...Even with taking care of a daughter and two of my granddaughters for the last 3 years due to her divorcing the fool she married.....THAT didn't hurt us either, and it wan't cheap, ( but it's family). Believe it or not, I DO know what I'm doing even at this stage in my life. Hopefully, I won't die before my 66th birthday on July 22nd....but, never thought I'd have a stroke either.....so there you go...glad I gave you something to post about.

Bionic Man wrote:
Twice I went back to check the date on this thread. I was sure someone was dragging up an old one. :)

Congrats on the new truck. It is silly how many improvements come out to these trucks every year. It is very tempting for me to upgrade from my 2012, but I am still quite a few years away from retirement, and I figure keeping this truck may just help get me there quicker.

But I do agree that life is short and there are no guarantees. If a new toy makes you happy, nothing wrong with pulling the trigger.

Did you ever pull your RV with the 13?

I purchased the 13' May 9th, 2013'...I towed the HR from then until this past August...traded for the new TH on Aug 12th, had a stroke Aug 19th..Have not towed the new one yet...Dealership has been most gracious to the wife and I and it is still there...Probably will not tow until new truck gets here and I get 500 miles or so on it...Not really able to tow very far at this point in my rehab...

You hit the nail on the head. I hope to retire sooner by not swapping out vehicles as often. I buy new, but they are used over 10 years before even considering replacing one. You cannot take the money with you when you die, but also don't want to continue working until you die either.

Twice I went back to check the date on this thread. I was sure someone was dragging up an old one. :)

Congrats on the new truck. It is silly how many improvements come out to these trucks every year. It is very tempting for me to upgrade from my 2012, but I am still quite a few years away from retirement, and I figure keeping this truck may just help get me there quicker.

But I do agree that life is short and there are no guarantees. If a new toy makes you happy, nothing wrong with pulling the trigger.

Did you ever pull your RV with the 13?