I just sold my 05 Duramax as it had a service body and momma wants a 5er, so I get a new truck and have been doing some research. All the brands will have horror storie. For the most part all mfg have the emissions deal figured out and I consider all equal. The Duramax and PS engine is a better platform than the Cummins since they went to roller lifers in 2019. The Duramax and PS 10 speeds transmissions are VERY similar as this transmission was built as a joint venture between Ford and GM, don't be fooled the the "Allison" branding, it's only "Allison" approved and GM seems to have more issues, mostly valve body related. The new ZF transmission that's coming in the 25 Rams is supposed to be a proven unit that's currently used in many other applications and a major upgrade over the 68rfe. Interior wise, I rank Chevrolet last in comfort as IMO the seats are too hard, even though I love the looks and technology in the truck, the seats just aren't comfortable to me, Ram would be 2nd and Ford leads the way for me. Ride quality, the GM will be the most car like with independent front suspension with Ram and Ford being 2 and 2A. All trucks are capable of pulling anything you want. For me the Ford is the best all around option, but I think most of it is personal preference. Go drive all 3 and pick your favorite flavor.
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Never did I say it was the fault of the vehicle. You just assumed
You were calling out "pussy CV's" sooo...
The majority of the trucks i have owned were 3/4t or 1t and seen more dune time then most.
I was born in coos bay and lived from Winchester Bay to North Bend with the majority of the time I lived in Hauser. Actually just sold the 18 achers I grew up on in Hauser 2 years ago.
But yes stupid people behind the wheel that came from "the city" with more $ then brains was mostly the issue. I was just making comment to the "pussy CV" comment cause I know you are a Ford guybut definitely true I seen more ford break them chevys
They are weak, and we both know it.
It can be fixed though...
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They are weak, and we both know it.
It can be fixed though...
I have had 4 different IFS chevys and not one CV issue so I guess I dont "know it"
My '04 did break the crank around 330k but never a CV issue. Never had to replace them either. Matter of fact the guy I sold it to put a jasper engine in it and it still has the same CV's. Not sure how many miles he has on it
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Well...
Chebby uses those pussy CV front ends. As previously mentioned, a CV will always turn tighter than a real front end, so no surprise that the Chebby turns tighter than Ford or a Dodge. All other things being equal of course.
Not sure what front end is on my Ford. But I can tell you that it doesn't handle the weight as well as my Chevy when it comes to the chassis. Both are loaded down to the gvwr. 10,500 for the Ford 13k for the chevy.
But those are not comps to what he is looking to buy. You probably have not been in a new Chevy is my guess.
What he is shopping for is a luxury 3/4 ton. All those old trucks your referring to are not comparable. I have 4 Chevys none are comparable.
I am looking to buy a new 3/4 ton. If my budget allowed I would looking at the trim options I posted. I have been pricing all of them. The comparable F250 and GMC are around 10k more than the Chevy. The way the options go as I want leather. Have not considered dodge but did look at the price cause of this thread and was surprised a limited is 113k.
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My older GMC 2500HD Short Bed, Extra Cab has a terrible turning radius. My crew cab, long bed Fords had a much better turning radius. I have not driven a new Chevy / GMC, so maybe that has been improved.
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I have had 4 different IFS chevys and not one CV issue so I guess I dont "know it"
My '04 did break the crank around 330k but never a CV issue. Never had to replace them either. Matter of fact the guy I sold it to put a jasper engine in it and it still has the same CV's. Not sure how many miles he has on it
I have never broken a CV on my Chevys…1500 or 2500… 1999 Tahoe, 2002 GMC 2500, 2006 Tahoe, 2016 Tahoe, 2022 1500, 2016 GMC 2500, all 4x4s.
But I do my best to take care of my stuff and not thrash things.
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When the cheesy alum front diff pops what a mess flips front driveshaft up against oil cooler lines breaking bolts in the block spewing oil , more diff snapping than CV blowing
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BeastI just grabbed the numbers from this post above. https://www.riverdavesplace.com/for...-quarter-ton-diesel-truck.306714/post-5391674 I assume by reading it is the outer diameter of the area the vehicle needs to complete a circle.You following along to gather info to replace the blue beast of yours?
Nope, I think I’m stuck with it for a while.
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I have had 4 different IFS chevys and not one CV issue so I guess I dont "know it"
My '04 did break the crank around 330k but never a CV issue. Never had to replace them either. Matter of fact the guy I sold it to put a jasper engine in it and it still has the same CV's. Not sure how many miles he has on it
It's ok. Nobody knows everything.
You still doing dune runs? Been a few minutes since I've been up your way.
Best fish and chips I've ever had was up by Winchester.
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RAM makes the shortest crew cab short bed. I know because my new fucking house has the worst garage ever, so short. The RAM was the shortest by a couple inches, I just make it in. So I went with a 1 ton RAM, do love the truck.
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So only GM has independent front suspension in their four-wheel-drive. Is that correct?
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Full size 4x4 yes
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It's ok. Nobody knows everything.
You still doing dune runs? Been a few minutes since I've been up your way.
Best fish and chips I've ever had was up by Winchester.
Not very often anymore. We kind of gave up when the newer faster sxs came out and anyone could go finance one and play Robbie Gordon in the dunes.
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