diesel cost !

[wanderingbob]

Bought fuel Sunday in So. Carolina for $2.09 . Today in New York State at Flying J it was @2.99 . I bought at Hess for $2.49 . Big diff.

[Cummins12V98]

ShinerBock wrote:

Cummins12V98 wrote:


Us RAM guys save so much owning a RAM that fuel prices are irrelevant! HAAAAAA

See we can have fun here!

I know that is a bunch of bull because I am a Ram owner and have a 2014 HD CTD. Although I guess I don't qualify to be in the mafia since I also own a F150 EB. And technically I am also a Chevy truck owner since a got a 72 C/10 out in the back shop, but it is in pieces pending a motor install that I will one day get around to doing.

I have had them all too! Mostly they all treated me good. Probably since I kept up the maintenance and did not drive too far to get my fuel. :B

[ShinerBock]

Cummins12V98 wrote:


Us RAM guys save so much owning a RAM that fuel prices are irrelevant! HAAAAAA

See we can have fun here!

I know that is a bunch of bull because I am a Ram owner and have a 2014 HD CTD. Although I guess I don't qualify to be in the mafia since I also own a F150 EB. And technically I am also a Chevy truck owner since a got a 72 C/10 out in the back shop, but it is in pieces pending a motor install that I will one day get around to doing.

[rhagfo]

ShinerBock wrote:
Oh lord, I knew the rest of this sites Ram mafia was going to be here sooner or later. If you argue with one then the rest are sure to follow.


Although I have to ask. In a thread topic that is about different fuel prices in different locations, how does a post about "I don't care about fuel prices over convenience" has more to do about the topic over a post about the differences in fuel prices just a few miles from another location?

Wow, talk about making a mountain out of a mole hill!!

To some it is convenience over price.
Just like the refilled propane bottles, that are at times twice the price of a refill!

I would agree with Cummins that finding that station and driving five miles out of my way to save $12, just isn't worth it.

If it was an easy one mile difference, I likely would do it, but five miles in even a semi urban area, can cost you 20 to 45 minutes.

Heck, my daughter can get the Lie-o-meter to 20.9 mpg, I do good to get it to 19 mpg! I still drive the way I do, because it fits my lie style.

[Cummins12V98]

ShinerBock wrote:
Oh lord, I knew the rest of this sites Ram mafia was going to be here sooner or later. If you argue with one then the rest are sure to follow.


Although I have to ask. In a thread topic that is about different fuel prices in different locations, how does a post about "I don't care about fuel prices over convenience" has more to do about the topic over a post about the differences in fuel prices just a few miles from another location?

You figured us out!

Us RAM guys save so much owning a RAM that fuel prices are irrelevant! HAAAAAA

See we can have fun here!

[ShinerBock]

Oh lord, I knew the rest of this sites Ram mafia was going to be here sooner or later. If you argue with one then the rest are sure to follow.


Although I have to ask. In a thread topic that is about different fuel prices in different locations, how does a post about "I don't care about fuel prices over convenience" has more to do about the topic over a post about the differences in fuel prices just a few miles from another location?

[N-Trouble]

I also don't agree with the statement about truck stop stations being significantly higher. My experience out West is they are at the low to mid range of prices in a general area that you would see listed on Gas Buddy.

[ChooChooMan74]

When I plan a trip, I like using Street Atlas Plus, and using the estimate fuel stops. I also set my "End of Day" for 3 hours only, to estimate breaks. I then use gasbuddy to try and find what stations are generally cheaper than others, but are convenient to get to (checking Google Maps and Street View). As Cummins12V98 referred to, I rather spend a little more for the convenience of a truck stop.

[Perrysburg_Dodg]

Around my area diesel is $2.29/2.66 with regard gas @ $2.58 2.96. With the truck stops mainly being the lowest. Costco has the lowest prices.

Don

[Bionic_Man]

It is nice to have diesel prices down. As a boat owner (as well as the 8.1 Burb), it would be nice to see the unleaded prices follow.

In regards to truck stops always being more expensive, that simply isn't the case around here. The prices at the truck stop on I70 at the exit for my house, are always the same as they are anywhere else. I notice the same is true when I am traveling across the state. Maybe $0.10/gallon difference at times. But I am willing to pay $2.50 (or Jim's $12) for added connivence, and not having to worry about pumps and entrance/exits to the fuel station that are set up for cars and not 60 foot rigs.

[ShinerBock]

Cummins12V98 wrote:


Man I give reasons for my actions and you just want to argue. OK here is the bottom line, I am at a point in my life where I really don't care what the price is! Convenience is MOST important to me along with not taking a chance on bad fuel.

Interesting you edited your original post right after you last quoted me HMMMMMMM.

Oh well do your thing and I will do mine.

I am not arguing your reasons of why you do things which is why I said to each their own. I just saying the that your "just pennies" statement is false in many cases. If you want to use the "I meant per gallon" reason g then I would have to ask when was that last time you put less than 5 gallons in your tank and how often do you do that. Again, I am not arguing why you do what you do. You can do what you want since it your own truck and pocket book. I am just saying that the "just pennies" statement is a bit false. I am also not talking about going 20 miles out of your way either. That would be just stupid for even a $.40 difference on a 30 gallon tank. I am just talking about the fact there is usually major difference in price just a few miles from many highways and it is many times worth it for your navigator(or yourself) to check.

[N-Trouble]

My cousin is like that. Has to stop at the "cheapest" place he can find on Gas Buddy when we're on the road towing. Will drive all the way across town just to go there and I'm like WHY???

I'm more about finding good name brand stations that have easy access than buying strictly on price. With nearly $100k in tow I don't see the point...

[IdaD]

I'll go to the cheapest place along whatever route I'm on, but I don't go out of my way to get cheaper fuel. In my area diesel and gas both still run close to $3.00, and the only way to get it cheaper would be to run 30 miles out of town to save maybe 5-10 cents per gallon. So basically you'd eat up all your savings with the fuel you spent going out of your way, plus you've wasted a bunch of time.

The fact that you guys are all paying a third less for fuel is...annoying.

[Cummins12V98]

ShinerBock wrote:

Cummins12V98 wrote:


I was referring to a few pennies saved per gallon.

The difference between $2.59 and $2.19 is not " just pennies", and is a $.40 per gallon difference which is a quarter, dime and nickel. Also, when was the last time you just put a few gallons in your tank? So why look at it as per gallon rather than in tens of gallons when you are more than likely going to be putting more than 20 gallons in your tank each fill up?

Cummins12V98 wrote:
I KNOW my truck and RV WILL fit at ANY truck stop. If I take a trip off the freeway to the less expensive station they may not be easy in/out! That right there is worth $12 to me!

Which is why I said to each their own if they wish to save money or not. I was just saying that most your "just pennies" comment is false since it is way more. You quoting the $12 I stated is admittance that it is not "just pennies". Also, I am not just saying this for those with their RV's either. I am stating this for EVERYONE with a diesel loaded or not since it is true that diesel is cheaper away from major highways where semi trucks frequent.

Cummins12V98 wrote:

The fact you get fresh clean fuel at MOST all truck stops is worth $12 to me.

Uhm..... Fresh clean fuel????? Wha???? Oh I have got to hear the theory and science behind this.

Man I give reasons for my actions and you just want to argue. OK here is the bottom line, I am at a point in my life where I really don't care what the price is! Convenience is MOST important to me along with not taking a chance on bad fuel.

Interesting you edited your original post right after you last quoted me HMMMMMMM.

Oh well do your thing and I will do mine.

[DKean]

Diesel fuel sure has gone up a lot since I bought my first big truck in 1975. In Wyoming I was paying $0.34 a gallon for diesel. Yes I am older then dirt.

I bought that tractor to do a job and it did it very well. I ran coast to coast and border to border for 28 years. So you could say it was my DD.

You don't buy a diesel truck to get good fuel mileage. Its a tool to do a job. In my case it was tax deductible. As they say,you have to pay to play.

I also owned two diesel pick ups,a 99.5 ford F250 CC LB 4x4 7.3 and a 2006 F350 dully 6.0 . The 99 was for my truck camper and the 06 was for my fifth wheel.

[lawnspecialties]

I-95 in SC used to be the best places to fuel up. But I think a few years ago, those truck stops got wise and increased their prices knowing they could still beat NC prices because of fuel taxes.

When we race in SC along I-85, its always awesome on fuel prices. I just checked and Gaffney, SC truck stops were at $2.06 for diesel yesterday.