I've been thinking about this "most economical" issue.
It seems to be taken for granted that the truck that costs the least over time is the best choice.
That is not the case for me.
I want the best tool for the job, if I can afford it, and I can.
I worked a long time, lived on 2/3 of my income, put the max in my 401k, and retired early.
I don't much care if a gasser saves 4 cents per mile, although I doubt that it does.
As I said earlier, and noone disputed, the Diesel engine is without question the best tool for the job.
Reckon I'll just run the best tool for the job.
I like snap-on, too, although craftsman likely makes more pecuniary sense. :)
Life is short.
Joe