Show Those Trucks

[kaneboats]

Almost as sweet as Dad's garage.

[bergermaister]

Exactly what I was thinking...

[parrothd]

Picked up a 2003 avalanche today, $6600! Been wanting one so I can store my gear in the bed instead of smelling up the entire truck. The river water has a nasty funk...

[New Guy]

WOW that is a smoking deal!

[jpetty3023]

took advantage of the end of year close out and picked up a 2014 Ford F-150 FX2 fully loaded. 2 miles on the clock at delivery. been thru a lot of vehicles in my time but this one is a keeper. 350 miles logged in and fall more in love with her every time I hit the remote start.

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took off the FX2 decals and dealer stickers, added a shorty antenna, tinted the windows, third brake light, reflectives on mirrors, and eye brow. only thing she needs now is the moomba sticker.



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[mmandley]

Good looking ride man.

[patreojames]

Nice pics everyone...

[wolfeman131]

Nice Christmas present, Petty!

[rdlangston13]

took advantage of the end of year close out and picked up a 2014 Ford F-150 FX2 fully loaded. 2 miles on the clock at delivery. been thru a lot of vehicles in my time but this one is a keeper. 350 miles logged in and fall more in love with her every time I hit the remote start.

http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/11/27/4fae26b99bf17b67500500826b0aa56d.jpg

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took off the FX2 decals and dealer stickers, added a shorty antenna, tinted the windows, third brake light, reflectives on mirrors, and eye brow. only thing she needs now is the moomba sticker.



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I knew you would see the light and get a blue oval eventually

[kaneboats]

Schweeeeet ride!!!!

[bergermaister]

Nice Petty! That side swipe graphic kind of reminds me of the newer Moomba graphic option!

http://www.iboats.com/sites/marinep/site_page_10963/images/l_mojo-wht-brit-blk-torq.jpg

[beat taco]

I have to say I'm not disappointed in the switch to Ford. Looking good Petty

[jpetty3023]

thanks fellas. so far it has surpassed my expectations. will get a boat tow in monday


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[clarkely]

Lift went on the truck this week.... Loving the Rancho lift and Rancho 9k adjustable shocks.... Rides so much better than stock.... 212072120721207

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[Rakkasan]

Lift went on the truck this week.... Loving the Rancho lift and Rancho 9k adjustable shocks.... Rides so much better than stock.... 212072120721207

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Very Nice!

I wish I had a long bed. These 5.5' GM beds can't hold anything.

[clarkely]

Thanks.

Yeah I was unsure on long bed at first.... Would never go back.... U get used to maneuverability and parking.... And the pros of added space and comfortable ride outweigh minor inconveniences

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[freshturk]

Good choice on avoiding the ecoboost petty. It may tow slightly better but the fuel economy is terrible. Although hearing the turbos spooling does still bring a smile to my face.

[mmandley]

Good choice on avoiding the ecoboost petty. It may tow slightly better but the fuel economy is terrible. Although hearing the turbos spooling does still bring a smile to my face.

I must have got the best Milage Eco around.

I can take a snap shot of my MPG right now and its over 18 driving to and from work. On average at my oil changes 10K I have 17.5 and that included my towing this year. Currently 21500 miles

Yes while towing I am only getting 10 and as low as 8 through the mountains but I just don't get where everyone complains about the low mileage.

If you constantly put your foot into it to feel and her that Boost yea you will drink the fuel.

The 5.0 is just as much of a PIG on mileage. It actually worse on average due to being a larger engine and a V8. Not trying to talk smack about the V8 at all. Just stating the numbers.

Now you want to talk real Gas hog, the 5.4 V8 was horrible on mileage all the time. I was only getting 15 on freeway.

[zabooda]

My 2014 5 liter F150 shows 15 mpg around town. I get 18 mpg on the highway by itself and 12-14 mpg towing a trailer on the highway including through the mountains.

[beat taco]

How am I doing?
http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/01/07/c06e1da7e897790bc40ba60c897043e5.jpg

And Mike: how the hell are you getting 10k out of your oil? Is your truck not making oil?

[mmandley]

How am I doing?
http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/01/07/c06e1da7e897790bc40ba60c897043e5.jpg

And Mike: how the hell are you getting 10k out of your oil? Is your truck not making oil?

Lets also note Jake, you only tow with your truck...

IDK I use full synthetic and the truck shows 10K when it says its time to change the oil. I had a sample sent out of the first oil change and the company said it was fine, it could actually go more.

Ford says its a 10K oil change. Claudia VW TDI is the same, VW oil costs 70 a gallon and its rated for 10K.

I'll snap a Pic of my computer readings today..

[viking]

The display is one thing but hand calculate and you'll get a more accurate mileage result. Also, most people change their oil more often than they really need to (I'm not saying that's a bad thing, better than the opposite)! But it does lend itself to spending alot more over the life of a vehicle than you really need to. And the waste it creates.
Best way to determine service intervals is to do a fluid lab test. Most would be surprised to find they can go much longer than they thought. Every vehicle, driver, geographical area, ect... is different and to say they are all equal for wear/tear and service intervals doesn't make sense.
Yes it costs a little bit but alot less per test than an oil change. Think about the $$ saved and betterment to the environment by extending intervals to only when needed!!
I get the other side as well that for $30 why worry about it and just get it changed every 3k.
But I run a diesel and the cost of fluid swap adds up quick and so I've been doing fluid analysis on it for the past 3-4 years.

[beat taco]

A lot of ecoboost owners are noticing much more fuel dilution even when compared to other DI vehicles. To the point where labs are finding the viscosity has changed and their oil levels are rising dramatically. Since Mike lives in the same climate as me I just wanted his first hand experience. At the rate I'm going I won't hit 10k for almost 2 years.

Mike is right, all I do is tow with it. Also I put 35" mud tires on it at around 2,000 miles and it's been dropping ever since. Definitely very happy with the truck, with a custom tune it's a blast to drive and has zero turbo lag!

[mmandley]

Jake, I would still change mine if it was a year old. I run a lot miles on my truck. 20K in the first 12 months. I don't do a ton of stop and go traffic. 30 miles each way to work mixed.

I have not seen any issues with Fueling into my oil. I did see that on my 6.4 Diesel in the F350 until I took the DPF system off.

I got into testing my oil just like Viking was talking about when I had my diesels. 150 an oil change every 3K which is about 1.5 months for me was getting expensive.

Plus you have to understand, Synthetic is not OIL its an artificial oil made from chemicals, and or some crude oil components. SO it tends to last a lot longer then traditional oil.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Synthetic_oil

Anyhow my truck says 20% oil used right at 2K miles.
Also every fill i hand cal my milage and on average its .5 less then the trucks computer shows. Also I tend to require 1 gallon more then the truck says I need.
So for the most part these computers on the F150 are pretty spot on. Where as my Diesel could be as much as 2mpg off.

The current tank I am on.

http://i639.photobucket.com/albums/uu114/mmandley/New%20Eco/IMAG0434_zpsjeaf5oxy.jpg (http://s639.photobucket.com/user/mmandley/media/New%20Eco/IMAG0434_zpsjeaf5oxy.jpg.html)

The average since my last oil change early December.

http://i639.photobucket.com/albums/uu114/mmandley/New%20Eco/IMAG0435_zpstzeixpzf.jpg (http://s639.photobucket.com/user/mmandley/media/New%20Eco/IMAG0435_zpstzeixpzf.jpg.html)

[dusty2221]

I made a few updates to my old girl by color matching the bumpers and giving the front end a black billet treatment. Long time coming, been talking about doing it for 2 years.

http://i.imgur.com/hf7jfyJ.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/FxpgP3l.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/1gPD7FC.jpg

[bergermaister]

^ Nice! Very nice Dusty.

[kaneboats]

Tres like!!!

[viking]

Nice work Dusty. Looks GOOD

[KG's Supra24]

Very nice. Get back to the real trucks ... not that ecoboost stuff :cool:

[clarkely]

Nice!!!! Looks Awesome!!!!!

I'm looking to do mine as well.... Talked about it long enough as well...... I just can't decide whether to color match paint or line x.....or do black paint or line x

My baby.... And a photo of a 15 I saw with similar color and black...

21251212512125121251

[zabooda]

I like the no-chrome look especially for off road rigs. Something about chrome and big wheels/skinny tires that turns me off. Good looking rig there Clarkely.

[rdlangston13]

Must be nice to have the expendable income for a "real truck"


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[mmandley]

Must be nice to have the expendable income for a "real truck"


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This coming from the guy who just paid off his boat, bought a brand new built home, and ohh yea bought his new bride a Sports-car.

Careful when you say that now Dave, a lot of others would feel the same with much less then you.

[rdlangston13]

Haha. touché!


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[clarkely]

Lol.... Was going to say don't throw stones In glass houses.... But I don't know personalities well enough yet....

I think it's safe to say that most in this board are very fortunate as we have income to spend on extra things..... Like a boat... Some have may have a little or a lot more than others... I don't know... I personally an thankful for what I have...

I also do most of my work to my "things" myself..... Whether on homes... Trucks.... Boats.... Snowmobiles.... I enjoy working on them.... They end up being nice and cool.... And it's therapeutic to work stress... And I teach my kids mechanically and how u work for stuff...

Off my shop box ;)

[KG's Supra24]

Some people spend a lot of money to be broke. Lots of different kinds of barely making it.

My real truck comment was just stirring the pot :)

I like the color match look clarkley. I still would like to do mine.

[clarkely]

I hear ya... There's a lot of folk that have a lot of stuff.... Yet they own nothing....

No worries from me.... I enjoy a little pot stirring ;)

[beat taco]

More Ecoboosts?
http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/01/28/70d35ce68f11fddb0d499258a7248304.jpg
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[beat taco]

Yay they aren't blurry!

[clarkely]

I do like the ecoboosts we need to replace the wife's suburban 2500 and we are not sold on a new suburban ...... She likes a murdered out Dodge or a raptor...... Or a eco boost..... Shocking them all out next week at the car show...

[beat taco]

Too bad no raptors for a couple more years. Unless you buy a '14. But here comes the Eco-Raptor!
http://www.autoblog.com/2015/01/26/ford-f150-raptor-450-horsepower-raj-nair-report/

I had a 2500 'burb that I replaced with my F150.

[rdlangston13]

I saw a brand new 2015 F150 at the local car wash the other day while I was getting my truck washed. I think they look really good but I'm not a fan of that sticker they had in the window!!

http://i1130.photobucket.com/albums/m523/rdlangston13/75389694-AD39-40BD-867B-4AB0F851771F_zps3zbnayay.jpg (http://s1130.photobucket.com/user/rdlangston13/media/75389694-AD39-40BD-867B-4AB0F851771F_zps3zbnayay.jpg.html)

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[KG's Supra24]

61k!! Holy Smokes!

http://s2.quickmeme.com/img/93/93ed7c8801292b8ddb09c171ca3ce8d1e2ca8c3cf5552cc4da a0dafe8e2701ba.jpg

[sivs1]

Crazy, that's more than my fully loaded diesel.

[KG's Supra24]

More than I paid for these two combined ..... guess they aren't very new, though. Updated pic with the M/T's (not that you can really tell)

http://i1092.photobucket.com/albums/i401/kwgarner24/IMG_20140523_125729069_HDR_zps983db797.jpg

[bergermaister]

Apparently I won't be buying a new truck anytime soon... Or ever if that's the way prices keep going.

[zabooda]

My 2014 F150 was $30K but it didn't have the Ecoboost or aluminum stuff. That is what good gas mileage gets ya.

[mmandley]

I saw a brand new 2015 F150 at the local car wash the other day while I was getting my truck washed. I think they look really good but I'm not a fan of that sticker they had in the window!!

http://i1130.photobucket.com/albums/m523/rdlangston13/75389694-AD39-40BD-867B-4AB0F851771F_zps3zbnayay.jpg (http://s1130.photobucket.com/user/rdlangston13/media/75389694-AD39-40BD-867B-4AB0F851771F_zps3zbnayay.jpg.html)

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That F150 is also the King Ranch, so it is Fully Loaded. My FX4 was stickered at 54K in 13. Just like my boat was stickered at 73K in 13. Doesn't mean I paid anywhere near those prices.

A Fully loaded F350 King Ranch will run you in the 70s now. Trust me I watch them lol.

You can easily have a New truck in the lower 40s with Eco and plenty of options.

Back to that 14, its actually not even the most expensive version, there is still the 6.5 bed option, add another 1K for that.

[rdlangston13]

And it only had the 5.0 V8. It wasn't an Ecoboost either. It did have the cameras all around and the mirror and bed spot lights ect. It was beautiful


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[mmandley]

And it only had the 5.0 V8. It wasn't an Ecoboost either. It did have the cameras all around and the mirror and bed spot lights ect. It was beautiful


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They are great looking trucks, but year this new Aluminum body has sent the price sky rocketing. Not that they haven't been expensive for a while.

Even on 06 when I got my 06 4x4 Super Cab XLT it was stickered at 40 and was considered mid line.

I bet i could build an F150 online for close to 70K if you selected all the options LOL.

I know I build a RAM 3500 FOR 71k lol.

[beat taco]

Yup I figure if I ever upgrade to a F350 the next generation loaded up will sticker around 80k! Especially if it goes aluminum body.

[bergermaister]

Uh, PIMPIN! Uh, yeah.....

http://i326.photobucket.com/albums/k414/grberglund/ECE29938-3924-4474-B04E-FA3EEAB87B10.jpg (http://s326.photobucket.com/user/grberglund/media/ECE29938-3924-4474-B04E-FA3EEAB87B10.jpg.html)

[blackout_58]

That's insane, at this rate, I'll have my 2012 crewmax for 15 more years..... that's quite the inflation over the last few years, similar to boat prices recently.

[rdlangston13]

As long as manufacturers keep offering 7+ year auto loans to keep payments down prices will continue to rise.


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[mmandley]

As long as manufacturers keep offering 7+ year auto loans to keep payments down prices will continue to rise.


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Yea just wait, eventually to make it easier for people to buy they will switch and say a truck is a recreational vehicle and based on 50K or more you can go 20 years lol.

[kaneboats]

Well, my Suburban all terrain mountain climbing people hauling city pimpin ride share limo substitute camp all super haul boat pull trail boss ramp dog ba donky donk is 14 years old now and going strong. Would be 50k to get a new one. I'll just bide my time.

[clarkely]

50k plus.... Looked at one that snickered close to 70k

[bergermaister]

Quick update. Time for a new family truckster - aka tow vehicle. Mama was tired of the pimpin Chrysler 300 so it went away today.

Drove this one home to takes it's place but it will be a real tight fit in the garage.

http://i326.photobucket.com/albums/k414/grberglund/navigator/6A33D065-57D1-431B-A840-05BA2DF63B70.jpg

So we're set for summer and "other things" coming - truck can haul the condo on wheels, the Lincoln should handle the boat no prob.

[beat taco]

Speaking of 70k! Nice! Ecoboost?

[zabooda]

It was an excellent time in 2009 to buy the big vehicles with the economy crash. I bought a Winnebago Class A for half the NADA and a two year old Jeep Wrangler for $14,900. I basically went buying not to put a little bit of money in their pocket but only to reduce their inventory which was bigger problem for dealers. It helped that gas guzzlers were getting a bad rap back then. With gas prices and the economy coming back, big vehicles go for a premium again.

[bergermaister]

Speaking of 70k! Nice! Ecoboost?

Jootalkin tuuu me?

[beat taco]

Jootalkin tuuu me?
Anyone else just get a new navigator?

[bergermaister]

Ha - no, definitely no Eco. This one is a 'new to us' 2007.

I don't want to see the sticker on a new one of these suckers...

[beat taco]

Haha! Nice

[Boonejeepin]

Quick update. Time for a new family truckster - aka tow vehicle. Mama was tired of the pimpin Chrysler 300 so it went away today.

Drove this one home to takes it's place but it will be a real tight fit in the garage.

http://i326.photobucket.com/albums/k414/grberglund/navigator/6A33D065-57D1-431B-A840-05BA2DF63B70.jpg

So we're set for summer and "other things" coming - truck can haul the condo on wheels, the Lincoln should handle the boat no prob.

Not sure how tight of a fit you are working with. http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/02/01/24b68e809a4744a3c8dc5e088138b90e.jpgWe had a tight fit with the Suburban in the 3rd garage stall when we were OR. This parking mat kept us off the front wall and far enough in so the garage door never came down on the bumper.

[viking]

Nice Ride Berg!

[KG's Supra24]

Very nice Berg! I love the interior of the Navigator.

[bergermaister]

Thnx - we're pretty happy with it so far. Black on black throughout - should be nice and toasty this summer. Well at least for the kids - the front has climate controlled seats which will be cool. (har dee har har :cool:) Thought all the chrome was going to feel a little too "blingy" but so far not bad I guess.

As of now we have maybe 1/2" of clearance front to back... But there is a row of cabinets at the front of the garage. After those are relocated elsewhere then we'll have at least a foot to work with. I definitely need some sort of marker/stopper though.

[patrick232]

I definitely need some sort of marker/stopper though.

For a cheap stopper, I glued down a couple of pavers

[Badfoot]

For a cheap stopper, I glued down a couple of pavers

Exactly what I use, but I didn't glue them. They work fine for me as long as some one doesn't kick em around some.

[bergermaister]

So what you're sayin is you don't have kids ;)

[Badfoot]

Well I do, but they're grown and out of the house. I see your point.

[bergermaister]

LOL

Any loose board or brick in plain site around the garage would quickly be repurposed into the next Evil Knievel jump for bikes, mini bikes or RC cars by my son.

[Badfoot]

Yeah, I remember those days. Sure do miss them.

[KG's Supra24]

In typical fashion ... I followed Dusty's lead ( or just copied him :) ) ... had the front bumpers and grill swapped from chrome to black ....

Before ....

http://i1092.photobucket.com/albums/i401/kwgarner24/DSC_0517_zps0eee44d1.jpg

After ...

http://i1092.photobucket.com/albums/i401/kwgarner24/_20150316_124853_zpsuzgjhrsq.jpg

[Rakkasan187]

http://i.imgur.com/dEIb0EM.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/uqKUsDZ.jpg

[KG's Supra24]

Best light bar placement I've seen on a truck (level with roof)

Dang that's a sharp truck!

[Rakkasan187]

Thanks KG.

[newty]

Best light bar placement I've seen on a truck (level with roof)

Dang that's a sharp truck!
Agreed, nice setup.

[slipperyrockTKE300]

How a Florida redneck rides in a truck...

http://www.orlandosentinel.com/news/breaking-news/os-oviedo-man-dies-after-falling-from-bed-of-pickup-20150316-story.html

[newty]

Well, at least he was comfortable when he died.

[bergermaister]

Lil update - had to pull the canopy to haul toys.

http://i326.photobucket.com/albums/k414/grberglund/F350/36458820-1A80-4912-ABB0-31761547B791.jpg

http://i326.photobucket.com/albums/k414/grberglund/F350/33F8FCDB-3DED-49C2-AFF4-BB8FEB1E8121.jpg

[mmandley]

I'll start a separate thread but.

Here she is.

http://i639.photobucket.com/albums/uu114/mmandley/Silver%20Bullet/1f194e5b6a954704afad636e881dd926_zpsnaru7ep7.jpg (http://s639.photobucket.com/user/mmandley/media/Silver%20Bullet/1f194e5b6a954704afad636e881dd926_zpsnaru7ep7.jpg.h tml)

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[viking]

WHAT? Another different truck mmandley? You don't keep em very long do you? Ha Ha

Berg, that's a nice looking truck. I like it better without the topper.

[newty]

I'll start a separate thread but.

Here she is.

http://i639.photobucket.com/albums/uu114/mmandley/Silver%20Bullet/1f194e5b6a954704afad636e881dd926_zpsnaru7ep7.jpg (http://s639.photobucket.com/user/mmandley/media/Silver%20Bullet/1f194e5b6a954704afad636e881dd926_zpsnaru7ep7.jpg.h tml)

http://i639.photobucket.com/albums/uu114/mmandley/Silver%20Bullet/d7da4f97981f4a668eb293f5f4e5a6a8_zps1vaqaivt.jpg (http://s639.photobucket.com/user/mmandley/media/Silver%20Bullet/d7da4f97981f4a668eb293f5f4e5a6a8_zps1vaqaivt.jpg.h tml)
It's about time you bought a real truck! Lol, you'll love it. Congrats.
So how many trucks have you owned in the last 20 years.
I've had 3.

[mmandley]

It's about time you bought a real truck! Lol, you'll love it. Congrats.
So how many trucks have you owned in the last 20 years.
I've had 3.

6 actually.

98 Dodge Dakata
06 F150
06 F350
08 F350
13 F150
14 Ram 2500

The last 5 are since 06 lol.

[bergermaister]

Thanks Viking - the kids say it looks less like a grandpa truck now. ?? WTF! (although I agree)

Can I chime in on that Q - in the last 20 years I count...

1969 Chevy
1997 Expedition (sort of truck)
1977 Chevy
1999 GMC
2005 Ford
2007 Navigator (again sort of)

Holy crap - that's almost as bad (good?) as Mike now that I stop to look at it. ;-)

I think you should narrow that down to the last 5 years...

[Klos]

My new 2014 f150 fx4 ecoboost


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[mmandley]

My new 2014 f150 fx4 ecoboost


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Good looking truck Klos

[04OUTBACK]

http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/03/20/9fa360c3c5bcc516d2e3f669bcc1bbc1.jpg

Picking this up tomorrow.


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[moombadaze]

no way Brad is selling his supra now that the truck color match's the boat

[04OUTBACK]

Daze.
The 250 is so I can tow to Portland better!


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[04OUTBACK]

Mandley, do you have to have a limo license to drive that? Nice ram.


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[mmandley]

http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/03/20/9fa360c3c5bcc516d2e3f669bcc1bbc1.jpg

Picking this up tomorrow.


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Bwahahaha I was wondering how long till this was posted after we talked the other night LOL. Sweet looking rig. Reach down in your pocket though, 10-11 mpg towing across country.

Also welcome to the 100+ oil change club, 100 filter change every 10K club.

One more thing, Congratz bro. You will never be happy towing with a 1/2 ton again..

[mmandley]

Mandley, do you have to have a limo license to drive that? Nice ram.


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I do have a chauffeur license. hahaha

<no not really> You ride with me at your own risk...LOL

[bergermaister]

Wow, that didn't take long!

You'll need at least a 3/4 ton to fit in around this neck of the woods. Next thing you know it will have a tuner, exhaust, egr mods, wheels, tires, lift/level and all kind of other shit done to it before you even realize you did it.

Ya know, kind of like when you start looking at ballast or stereo upgrades...

[04OUTBACK]

Mandley
We should start a new group... FORMER ECOBOOST owners association...

[04OUTBACK]

Wow, that didn't take long!

You'll need at least a 3/4 ton to fit in around this neck of the woods. Next thing you know it will have a tuner, exhaust, egr mods, wheels, tires, lift/level and all kind of other shit done to it before you even realize you did it.

Ya know, kind of like when you start looking at ballast or stereo upgrades...

I was afraid i might offend some in the PDX with a big truck.. our parking lot at work has a high concentration of Prius/Leaf/Hybrids... Is there Block heater plugins next to all the EV Plugs?? HAHAHAHA
Be driving the truck/boat out that way at end of April!

[jmvotto]

I was afraid i might offend some in the PDX with a big truck.. our parking lot at work has a high concentration of Prius/Leaf/Hybrids... Is there Block heater plugins next to all the EV Plugs?? HAHAHAHA
Be driving the truck/boat out that way at end of April!


Congrats Brad, new truck looks great. Guess you'll be keeping the supra for a while :p

My thoughts exactly on the the pdx, thought those gas guzzlers were outlawed up there.

[bergermaister]

Hmmmm - I think I just came up with a great invention to create an adapter for just that purpose!

I saw a bumper sticker a while back I wanted but never got around to getting. Went something like

I LOVE HYBRIDS
THEY TASTE LIKE CHICKEN

Perfect for a big truck. :cool:

[mmandley]

Yes you would think that about Portland and hybrids. trust me those people don't like us much. All you have to do is ask them about what happens when they toss that hybrid in the trash? All those batteries. You know Energizer is preaching they make recycled batteries now, 3% recycled...

I think its awesome that even though we have all the Hybrid people and such up here. OR doesn't require emission testing or inspections on Diesel 3/4 and 1-Ton.

Hell where I live I don't even have to take my Vette to emissions. I just pay the plate fee.

[beat taco]

Screw this I'm going truck shopping tomorrow.

[Rakkasan187]

There is no way I would ever go back to a gas rig, but I do miss the $40 oil changes..lol.

[Klos]

Good looking truck Klos

Thanks man


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[That Guy]

https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2928/14441281785_356becaee9_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/o18kWZ)Blue Devil (https://flic.kr/p/o18kWZ) by Stanwood298 (https://www.flickr.com/people/79369388@N05/), on Flickr

Here's my F-150. First truck for me, love it so far.

[sandm]

http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/03/20/9fa360c3c5bcc516d2e3f669bcc1bbc1.jpg

Picking this up tomorrow.


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that is a great looking truck..
I'd have a hard time justifying a diesel for the amount of driving I do in a truck anymore(put 4k on the 2 ford's we own in the last 12 months), but if I could, this would be what I would want in the driveway.....

[beat taco]

http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/03/22/07be42b123df4a3b1aeb0c583acd218d.jpg

Decided it was time to get a real truck capable of pulling my boat!

[KG's Supra24]

That should probably pull the boat!

Couple good looking fords!

[04OUTBACK]

Nice truck beat taco. We'll have to have a black 250 club when I get up there with my truck.


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[newty]

Good looking truck BT.
04Outback you get yours yet?

[04OUTBACK]

Newty
Picked up Saturday. Love it. Will post pics later!
Put almost 350 miles on it and it's great. Wife loves it and even said its a sexy truck. for the win!!


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[MichaelH]

My dad's truck the day he got it

http://i.imgur.com/AagByIo.jpg

and the first time pulling the boat (I was a little more focused on the boat in this pic)

http://i.imgur.com/ORj5gTC.jpg

[N2OGTO]

well, havent been on this site in a while, got me a new truck over the summer, figured i post up some pics.
2008 sierra 2500
has a duramax, 4" straight pipe, banks cold air, edge evo race, trans go jr., mag-tec diff and trans pans, ppe trans cooler, some other stuff. its fun to drive. and yall know i had to attach the pink fitness pole to it hahahaa

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[KG's Supra24]

It's the poll!!!

Sharp truck

[N2OGTO]

It's the poll!!!

Sharp truck

Lol same ol poll, different party.

Thanks kg!

[bergermaister]

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KG - when we going to see pics of yours like that? (Pole optional)

[KG's Supra24]

Hold your breath. I'll get one real soon

[04OUTBACK]

First Mod..
Replace ORANGE cab lights with smoke.. and white LED's
http://i1316.photobucket.com/albums/t608/cbradwebb/3D07B4E1-EDDB-4A30-B3CD-F010BA11D288_zpsrhczgrih.jpg

Second Mod:
Windows..PanaFlex Ceramic Tint on Front doors.
http://i1316.photobucket.com/albums/t608/cbradwebb/561DC6AA-C6E6-4FC0-BF3A-7D8BD3146DA2_zpsfa838qxp.jpg

[mark540]

Here is my former 21V soon to Mondo hauler.

[04OUTBACK]

Looks nice mark


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[mark540]

Thanks Brad, I may black out the bumpers, you can get a black out package now, so short of getting a new one that may fit the bill. Just looking to change it up a bit.

[Gettin' It]

2014 F350 Black Ops Edition
BDS 6" Lift, 37s on 22s.
http://imageshack.com/a/img913/1205/CTg0aa.jpg
http://imageshack.com/a/img538/7980/18j5wa.jpg

[Cigars n scotch]

2014 F350 Black Ops Edition
BDS 6" Lift, 37s on 22s.
http://imageshack.com/a/img913/1205/CTg0aa.jpg
http://imageshack.com/a/img538/7980/18j5wa.jpg

Dayuumm!! That is a beautiful truck and I am not a Ford guy.

[bergermaister]

A big empty white parking lot and no cursive writing in Nitto font? Something's wrong... :confused:

[Gettin' It]

Haha, parking lot looks bigger than it is. We have a fence 15 ft to he left of that picture and concrete stops 20 ft behind the truck. Doing a full circle isn't possible.

[bergermaister]

http://i326.photobucket.com/albums/k414/grberglund/F350/IMG_0828.jpg

Yep, take our own porta potty with us...

http://i326.photobucket.com/albums/k414/grberglund/F350/IMG_0829.jpg

[sivs1]

Wish me luck, Just sold my 2013 RAM 2500 Diesel and am picking up a 2015 RAM 1500 Hemi. I wanted to go with the new EcoDiesel but it just does not have the towing power needed with it's small 3.0L engine. I know I will not be able to pull the boat up hill doing 80, however am hopeful to still get decent MPG and a decent towing experience. Anyone tow with a Hemi and have insights? Will post pics soon.

[deerfield]

We have a 2012 RAM Crew Cab Hemi and tow an Outback w/ tandem axle trailer. Average mpg ranges between 15 (w/ trailer and boat or stop/go city driving) and 23 (highway w/no load). We live at sea level. Pretty much all level driving. Recent addition to the truck is a TruXedo tonneau bed cover. Well worth the money. We enjoy our RAM. Lots of room and comfortable ride.




Wish me luck, Just sold my 2013 RAM 2500 Diesel and am picking up a 2015 RAM 1500 Hemi. I wanted to go with the new EcoDiesel but it just does not have the towing power needed with it's small 3.0L engine. I know I will not be able to pull the boat up hill doing 80, however am hopeful to still get decent MPG and a decent towing experience. Anyone tow with a Hemi and have insights? Will post pics soon.

[deelan_]

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/15/941d79e6fb6eb1b5522cc70ab8f5dfb0.jpg
2014 Chevy silverado z71
22" KMC slides


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[moombadaze]

have a 2011 hemi 1500 myself, 17k now on it, towing in flat Florida, Alabama, Georgia at 70-75 mph and I think I average about 10.5-11 mpg. Recommend air bags in the rear coil springs to help with the squat you will have. I think the motor is plenty for towing a lsv ,as I have towed up over 80mph with no issue other than watching the gas gauge drop fast at that speed. Love the ride the truck has

[sivs1]

Picked it up Thursday, have not towed the boat with it but it sure can handle the hills when empty. I did go for the factory air suspension so we'll see how that does once the boat is hooked up. Mountains near by have received over 15" of wet dense snow with more on the way, seems like winter will go into June for us this year.

[c h r i s]

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/19/ceb6cef7f48f4b4a4c116db2d534bf13.jpg

2006 Pilot, AWD, stock.

[sivs1]

Picked it up Thursday, have not towed the boat with it but it sure can handle the hills when empty. I did go for the factory air suspension so we'll see how that does once the boat is hooked up. Mountains near by have received over 15" of wet dense snow with more on the way, seems like winter will go into June for us this year.

Got the boat out of storage, towed from storage to home, 13 miles, overall am impressed compared to my Diesel I can't complain.

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[04OUTBACK]

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Washed them both yesterday.


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[89PROSTAR]

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gopro

[Redfeather]

It's not a truck but it gets the job done.
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[trmaggie98]

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/06/15/d6f27a7bd4d96bc8ec2a716f71399284.jpg


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[rdlangston13]

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/06/15/d6f27a7bd4d96bc8ec2a716f71399284.jpg


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Based on the white fence alone I am jealous of where you live...

[trmaggie98]

You wouldn't be jealous of the 4 hours it takes to mow and weed eat 2 acres. I need some goats.


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[trayson]

You wouldn't be jealous of the 4 hours it takes to mow and weed eat 2 acres. I need some goats.


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I got to agree with you there. Yeah, I have a residential subdivision lot and I timed myself the other day and I was able to pull off mowing the front and back yards in like 10 to 15 minutes.

personally, I think all the space is only good if you USE it.

[trmaggie98]

I just couldn't deal with all the boom boom driving down the neighborhood streets in town. My son has started running the zero turn so it's getting a little faster.


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[viking]

I have my 9 year old operating the John Deere. I have to put a 25lb weight on the seat but she operates like a champ :)

[trmaggie98]

That's awesome.


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[trayson]

It's official. Goodbye Ridgeline, Hello F150 FX4 Ecoboost!!!

And yes, it's the WIFE's truck.

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-5Z8BmiHQHDc/VYR3iwqcH3I/AAAAAAAAZcM/GCMvobYbIiA/s800/20150619_073716.jpg

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-MJrTQAtFTNA/VYR2hU3sFkI/AAAAAAAAZbE/3mPQ0ZaGsS0/s800/20150619_121726.jpg

[mikenehrkorn]

Don't forget to change your signature!! ;)

[trayson]

Don't forget to change your signature!! ;)

Done!
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[mmandley]

Upgrades are done for now, Got the bed cover, soft bed liner by Bed Rug, and the Amp Power Steps.

http://i639.photobucket.com/albums/uu114/mmandley/Hagg%20May%209%2015/IMAG0521_zpsnqkitmzy.jpg (http://s639.photobucket.com/user/mmandley/media/Hagg%20May%209%2015/IMAG0521_zpsnqkitmzy.jpg.html)

[Badfoot]

Congrats on the new tow rig. That should do it.

[MoombaPat]

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/06/22/e72d019a852fb9b949351f5f607f9c94.jpg

2012 F-150 XLT EcoBoost


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[TheDude]

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Lots of towing. 2014 Grand Cherokee Overland Hemi with DiabloSport tune and Volant air box.

[Rush]

Old tow rig

[Rush]

New tow rig

[JoelFett]

The old (2005 Colorado)

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And the New (2003 Ram 1500)

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[jeamk03]

Traded my 1500 for a used 2500. Loved the sierra but the Mojo is deceptively tongue heavy and weighed down the half ton.

Old:
http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/08/17/c5b8f0cf56c9fecd43b1effe498e6342.jpg

New:
http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/08/17/38ea9a9981e0e3ae1d52de3ec3e6e1d9.jpg

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[Woody929]

Traded my 1500 for a used 2500. Loved the sierra but the Mojo is deceptively tongue heavy and weighed down the half ton.


jeamk, where are you located in NTX? I see you purchased from SS.

[jeamk03]

jeamk, where are you located in NTX? I see you purchased from SS.
We've lived in Mckinney for the last 3 years. Fort Worth before that.

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[dusty2221]

I'm North of you in Sherman.

[Gqjeff]

This is why I need a new sick boat and a wax job on the truck lol

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v467/gqjeff/D790ACB8-3EA0-4449-BF37-4CC55BCD5662_zpsbewuip3k.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/gqjeff/media/D790ACB8-3EA0-4449-BF37-4CC55BCD5662_zpsbewuip3k.jpg.html)

[sivs1]

Traded my 1500 for a used 2500. Loved the sierra but the Mojo is deceptively tongue heavy and weighed down the half ton.

Old:
http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/08/17/c5b8f0cf56c9fecd43b1effe498e6342.jpg

New:
http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/08/17/38ea9a9981e0e3ae1d52de3ec3e6e1d9.jpg

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I went the opposite direction, 2500 Diesel to a 1500 Hemi. The 1500 does have air bags that auto adjust, so there is no squatting.

[smorris7]

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/08/18/45249bfd991d9819bc06224422a24393.jpg

12 Lariat with the "Boost"


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[jeamk03]

I went the opposite direction, 2500 Diesel to a 1500 Hemi. The 1500 does have air bags that auto adjust, so there is no squatting.
Yeah, I thought about going with 1/2 max trailering and the 6.2. The 2500 was less $ and it's not my daily driver so I don't mind the ride.

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[rdlangston13]

Out new tow rig- 2015 Ford Expedition Limited

http://i1130.photobucket.com/albums/m523/rdlangston13/9C74A32F-1F7F-4F4B-9606-FB09C84C0867_zpsusvm0mci.jpg (http://s1130.photobucket.com/user/rdlangston13/media/9C74A32F-1F7F-4F4B-9606-FB09C84C0867_zpsusvm0mci.jpg.html)

http://i1130.photobucket.com/albums/m523/rdlangston13/4D9ADC26-08C9-4A8F-B6BA-A43A5C5A96E3_zps4lp1hwms.jpg (http://s1130.photobucket.com/user/rdlangston13/media/4D9ADC26-08C9-4A8F-B6BA-A43A5C5A96E3_zps4lp1hwms.jpg.html)

http://i1130.photobucket.com/albums/m523/rdlangston13/E2961FA4-FB20-4E1C-9C5E-40931C9C79D4_zpsqph94wrs.jpg (http://s1130.photobucket.com/user/rdlangston13/media/E2961FA4-FB20-4E1C-9C5E-40931C9C79D4_zpsqph94wrs.jpg.html)


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[wolfeman131]

nice! bet everyone will like that ride.

[sledneck__11]

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2012 ram 3500
2010 mercedes glk 350

[Boonejeepin]

Upgraded from a 2005 Yukon XL Denali.http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/08/28/01ef662f2c8e6a2fd47f2b0bf41eebde.jpg


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[deerfield]

sledneck - Is that a stock Ram body? In the second picture (towing trailer), cab looks chopped. - Deerfield




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2012 ram 3500
2010 mercedes glk 350

[168rod]

It'll tow the Mojo ... But, would rather drive it without it ...

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[BamaMojo]

Out new tow rig- 2015 Ford Expedition Limited

http://i1130.photobucket.com/albums/m523/rdlangston13/9C74A32F-1F7F-4F4B-9606-FB09C84C0867_zpsusvm0mci.jpg (http://s1130.photobucket.com/user/rdlangston13/media/9C74A32F-1F7F-4F4B-9606-FB09C84C0867_zpsusvm0mci.jpg.html)

http://i1130.photobucket.com/albums/m523/rdlangston13/4D9ADC26-08C9-4A8F-B6BA-A43A5C5A96E3_zps4lp1hwms.jpg (http://s1130.photobucket.com/user/rdlangston13/media/4D9ADC26-08C9-4A8F-B6BA-A43A5C5A96E3_zps4lp1hwms.jpg.html)

http://i1130.photobucket.com/albums/m523/rdlangston13/E2961FA4-FB20-4E1C-9C5E-40931C9C79D4_zpsqph94wrs.jpg (http://s1130.photobucket.com/user/rdlangston13/media/E2961FA4-FB20-4E1C-9C5E-40931C9C79D4_zpsqph94wrs.jpg.html)


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[rdlangston13]

Nice truck!


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Thanks! I was really looking forward to seeing how it tows with the ecoboost but I think I just put the boat up for the year. Maybe I will get to check it out when I go to winterize it.

[Woody929]

Thanks! I was really looking forward to seeing how it tows with the ecoboost but I think I just put the boat up for the year. Maybe I will get to check it out when I go to winterize it.

What else do you have going on that would cause you to put it up so soon? ;-)

[BamaMojo]

Thanks! I was really looking forward to seeing how it tows with the ecoboost but I think I just put the boat up for the year. Maybe I will get to check it out when I go to winterize it.

You will love the ecoboost, I have the 3.5 in my14 F150 and it is fantastic.


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[rdlangston13]

What else do you have going on that would cause you to put it up so soon? ;-)

the reason for buying the expedition and selling the Z lol

[patrick232]

Guess I never posted the 2500HD we picked up last year. Still tow with the Suburban when taking many people to the lake, but prefer the diesel power.
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/vVotNQZUzty5aaZ1qxJO4pBNbXOSD3iigEF0lJ5DqyY=w1235-h695-no

Here is the truck making the camaro look small
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/IcKxNwyjpEccabfiPjZ89SNEPO5hqlJEEdv5uu9hxFg=w1235-h695-no

[sledneck__11]

sledneck - Is that a stock Ram body? In the second picture (towing trailer), cab looks chopped. - Deerfield


Yes stock body but lifted 6 inches on 37x22, and fully deleted it just a funny angle i took the picture and before i had my airbags