jdc1 wrote:
We all end up with larger trailers...which necessitates a larger truck.
We do? How did we go from 11,000lb to 7,500lb this past year?
Either truck should be fine. As mentioned, they are a bit of overkill but no harm in that.
What's the year on the diesel and what is the price difference? If it's the same year and price (or pretty close), I would have a mechanic check the diesel and if it checks out, that would be my choice. If the diesel is significantly older or more costly, I would go with the gas truck.