2017 Super Duty is *****

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Wow. Went to drive one yesterday and what a pickup it is. F350 ECSB 4x4 Diesel is what I drove. Tons and tons of power, good braking, amazing interior. Good ride, great capability for hauling and towing. ECSB is perfect size for inner city job sites.

Only three problems with the new truck:
1. Wish the 350 SRW came with an 11.5" rear end not 10.7" like Dodge and GM. I overload on our ranch on a weekly basis.
2. Like the new Duramax, the new engine is too quiet. I don't want a 6.0 clatter, but some noise is reassuring.
3. Too expensive. Holy **** these things cost an arm and a leg. Suppose that's 2017 class 3 truck buying for ya.

I really want my forever truck for my upcoming birthday present to myself. If I had the money I'd buy one of each as the Ford, the Dodge (I'm still calling it that, okay) and Chevy make tremendous 1-tons. If I were going dually the choice would be simple as the wide track front end on the F450 is tremendous, unique and a deal maker for me. But as my daily driver I want a SRW, especially with the F550 tatty but still mostly alive and kicking for the really big jobs.

I hope this post won't get bashed as a waste of time. I merely wanted to show that, unlike all too many here, I'm not a brand worshipping sheep. I've slammed Ford for their 6.0 and 6.4 engine disasters, and for running the same floppy frame for 25 years when the others changed theirs. But now, I think the Super Duty is top of the pile. Engine, frame, interior the whole kit and caboodle is top notch.

It's likely going to come down to what 1-ton SRW 4x4 diesel I can get the best deal on. I know whether it's the 2017 GM Duramx, Dodge Cummins or Ford PSD anyone who owns one is one lucky SOAB.

[cummins2014]

Me Again wrote:

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I know whether it's the 2017 GM Duramx, Dodge Cummins or Ford PSD anyone who owns one is one lucky SOAB.

Over a year a half later and 26K we are still high five'ing each other over our 2015 Laramie.

Chris

Three years with my Cummins, and after six recalls , I think things have smoothed out , hopefully. No high five'ing .

[Oldcow]

I wonder with all the new technology if a new truck would serve for 15+ years? I always read "trucks aren't made like they used to be".

Oldcow

[tinner12002]

I don't even notice when mine does regen. As for my last truck, I bought a 12 Ram 6 mo before I retired in Feb 13 thinking it would be my last, forever truck but then in late 14 turned around and ordered a 15 Ram so now I'm thinking maybe its my forever truck...well maybe! I may wait a couple more yrs and see what they have to offer different from what mine has...Lol!

[1jeep]

the last 4 trucks ive bought I told my wife "This is the last one" either she isn't catching on or she is letting me believe im getting away with it.

Im only 50 so I think ive got at least a few more times before I get to the last one...I hope!

[RPreeb]

Oldcow wrote:
I wonder if a "forever truck" really exists? I plan to retire in 4 - 6 years and am wondering when I should pull the trigger on a truck I know I will need. I am 54, so that means that truck would have to last without too many major expenses for a very long time. My drool truck is the F350 diesel DRW. I feel like I am looking at porn every day, its really bad :).

Oldcow

I'm 70, and I think I have my "forever" truck. I love my F-150 3.5 EB 4x4 Screw. :B

[Oldcow]

blofgren wrote:

Oldcow wrote:
I wonder if a "forever truck" really exists? I plan to retire in 4 - 6 years and am wondering when I should pull the trigger on a truck I know I will need. I am 54, so that means that truck would have to last without too many major expenses for a very long time. My drool truck is the F350 diesel DRW. I feel like I am looking at porn every day, its really bad :).

Oldcow

I believe a forever truck does exist. I'm still a good 15 years plus from retiring and my current truck will likely be my last. New trucks are way too expensive to keep replacing every few years (at least for me) and I want to start concentrating on getting my son through post secondary education and getting my mortgage paid off. I think this truck will easily last me if I keep it immaculate and well maintained which I do.

I wish you good luck both with your truck and helping your son in school!

Oldcow

[Cummins12V98]

Me Again wrote:

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I know whether it's the 2017 GM Duramx, Dodge Cummins or Ford PSD anyone who owns one is one lucky SOAB.

Over a year a half later and 26K we are still high five'ing each other over our 2015 Laramie.

Chris

Their downfall was riding in and driving our LongHorn to our local Pizza joint! Then they had the itch BAD. :B

[blofgren]

Oldcow wrote:
I wonder if a "forever truck" really exists? I plan to retire in 4 - 6 years and am wondering when I should pull the trigger on a truck I know I will need. I am 54, so that means that truck would have to last without too many major expenses for a very long time. My drool truck is the F350 diesel DRW. I feel like I am looking at porn every day, its really bad :).

Oldcow

I believe a forever truck does exist. I'm still a good 15 years plus from retiring and my current truck will likely be my last. New trucks are way too expensive to keep replacing every few years (at least for me) and I want to start concentrating on getting my son through post secondary education and getting my mortgage paid off. I think this truck will easily last me if I keep it immaculate and well maintained which I do.

[1jeep]

I barely notice a regen in my current truck or my previous 2011, but most of my driving is straight highway with only about 5 minutes of traffic before I get to the office.

[_DJ_1]

I love my '16 but hate the regen. Just around town this last winter the DIC finally gets up to 11 mpg then back into regen. Knocks it down to 9.5 by the time it quits. :M I've heard rumors of no regen in '18.

[billyray50]

Me Again wrote:

transferred wrote:
I know whether it's the 2017 GM Duramx, Dodge Cummins or Ford PSD anyone who owns one is one lucky SOAB.

Over a year a half later and 26K we are still high five'ing each other over our 2015 Laramie.

Chris

X2!!

[Dadoffourgirls]

If you shop a GM Duramax, I can share the Friends and Neighbors discount. It is the supplier price on the invoice.

And I can tell you that I love the 2017 Duramax.

[Camper_G]

Wild Card wrote:
6 in a row, ready to tow. 8 in a V you sit to pee.


gonna need some humor

Lol i like that one!

[4x4ord]

Oldcow wrote:
I wonder if a "forever truck" really exists? I plan to retire in 4 - 6 years and am wondering when I should pull the trigger on a truck I know I will need. I am 54, so that means that truck would have to last without too many major expenses for a very long time. My drool truck is the F350 diesel DRW. I feel like I am looking at porn every day, its really bad :).

Oldcow

I think by the time a truck is over 10 years old it is generally getting pretty old regardless of what kind of shape it is in. I have zero desire for a new truck now but expect to be ready in 4 more years. I just hope that 4 years from now there are some major improvements made with regard to emission technology and fuel economy....maybe they will be auto pilot by then.

[brooks379]

I'm staying away from all Ford dealers because I don't need a new F 350 and if I go get close to one I just know I'll have to have it.....Great looking trucks !!