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Jul-20-2016 01:09 AM
slabm7 wrote:
Thanks everyone for the help.
Sorry for the late response. I liked the idea of a van or SUV but my wife drives a Lincoln Navigator and I like to have a truck around just for the odd load to the dump or hauling a motorcycle.
I'm currently hoping to go look at a 2006 F-250 Crew cab with 100K miles on it. It is a 5.4L and looks to be in great shape. It is listed for 7500. Hell of a deal. I have also found a few Ram 2500's with 130K miles on them for around 15K. Just keeping my eyes open for a good one.
I would ideally love a V10 but they are hard to find in decent shape for a decent price.
Thanks for all the replies!
Jul-19-2016 08:10 PM
SoCalDesertRider wrote:
You can change out the axle gears for a lower ratio if you choose a truck with the 5.4 V8. Cost is about $750/axle for a gear change.
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Jul-15-2016 12:01 PM
slabm7 wrote:
I have 2 young kids so I would like a crew cab. I don't mind the 5.4L. It does feel a little rung out with 7000lbs behind it but a 250 might be different. I can find the odd 250 with the 6.2 but the bodies are usually in terrible shape. I'll check out a 250 5.4L. Thanks!
Jul-15-2016 11:48 AM
normal_dave wrote:
It's still amazing how much vehicle you can get in the right van for a lot less money than a truck/suv.
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1999 E-350 XLT 12 passenger, 121K miles, and drum roll please, a V-10 with the factory tow package. only $ 6,195.00 Pics look really nice, the only problem is you'll have to hire a transport to bring it across the country, but it may be worth it. This thing looks sweet! I expect this one to be gone in a day or so of posting here.
1999 E-350 XLT V-10 12 passenger
BTW, with 3.73 gears this van has a 15,000 GCVWR and 8,900 lb trailer rating.
with 4.10 gears, a 18,500 GCVWR and 10,000 lb trailer rating.
1999 Ford Fleet Towing Guide
Since I'm on a tear...VIN decode shows 3.73 gears, does not specify limited slip.
Ford ETIS Vin lookup
Jul-14-2016 03:45 PM
Jul-14-2016 03:23 PM
jerem0621 wrote:
For that budget I would be looking at a CC Gas powered 3/4 ton truck. V10 Ford or 6.0 GM...
The HEMI Ram is a good buy as well. Almost bought an 03 a few weeks ago. 115k miles, Hemi 2500- $11,500.00.
Thanks!
Jeremiah