Need Help Choosing My First

cntrygrl12 · 11-19-2008, 12:24 PM

Ok experts, I am in desperate need of advice for selecting my first truck. Yes, I said first, I just graduated college and I am a girl, so give me a break.

I originally had my heart set on an F-250 Powerstroke, but the new bluetec **** has ruined that for me. Unless anyone knows of any new technology to get around it??

The only half-ton body style I like these days is the Dodge. My bf has the Hemi and I am pretty impressed with the power it has, although, the truck in general is kind of cheap. Ssshhhhhh...don't tell him I said that!

Diesel-wise, I love them all, but again, I don't want to spend an additional 7,000 when I can't have it the way I want it (LOUD)!

Any suggestions on which truck I should look into? Again, it has to have power, be big, and be loud!!!

Thanks!

mrjohnwayne · 11-19-2008, 01:30 PM

bluetec?

if you mean the dpf etc... that can easily be removed now, but if you do it will void the warranty no questions asked... (atleast on ford it will)

72'CaminoKid · 11-20-2008, 03:41 PM

any ford with the 7.3L will be exactly what you want

stumpuller454 · 11-20-2008, 03:49 PM

blutec i beleive is dodges new dpf deal but anyways if your okay buying a unit that isn`t brand new, i recommend an 07 or older duramax, easiest to make serious HP, and anything can be made loud!
YouTube - 05 duramax staight pipe vid 1

76silverado · 11-20-2008, 03:50 PM

Coorection Camino, any Cummins will be what you want, Primarily the newer generation Dodge 3/4 tons. And I almost forgot to welcome you to our forum!

gmctrucks · 11-20-2008, 04:40 PM

I have had good luck with GM trucks my brother that has a Duramax went to see some Ford trucks he said that there quieter but in 2010 model GM is going to change body styles might wait for them like he is. I had also seen on You-tube that the insulation that ford uses is different that GM's that's why the cab is quieter.

bigcountry78 · 11-20-2008, 04:42 PM

There changin body styles again? I hope they come up w/ somethin better than they did this last time around.

bigz · 11-20-2008, 06:48 PM

everytime i get a new truck they change body styles and mine looks old so i just gave up after getting my 05

cntrygrl12 · 11-24-2008, 07:56 AM

Thanks! I have been leaning towards something that is a couple of years old and I've been told the 7.3 is the way to go by several people. I really like the body style on the 05 and 06 Duramax, but they're a little too low for me. I know a lift would be a fairly easy fix on those. If they're easy for me to get into, I don't like them! And I'm only 5'3"!

Decisions, decisions...I guess i'll just have to see what I come across.

Thanks a lot for the suggestions.

11-19-2008, 12:24 PM	#1
cntrygrl12 Junior Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Indiana Posts: 4	Need Help Choosing My First Ok experts, I am in desperate need of advice for selecting my first truck. Yes, I said first, I just graduated college and I am a girl, so give me a break. I originally had my heart set on an F-250 Powerstroke, but the new bluetec ** has ruined that for me. Unless anyone knows of any new technology to get around it?? The only half-ton body style I like these days is the Dodge. My bf has the Hemi and I am pretty impressed with the power it has, although, the truck in general is kind of cheap. Ssshhhhhh...don't tell him I said that! Diesel-wise, I love them all, but again, I don't want to spend an additional 7,000 when I can't have it the way I want it (LOUD)! Any suggestions on which truck I should look into? Again, it has to have power, be big, and be loud**!!! Thanks!

11-19-2008, 01:30 PM	#2
mrjohnwayne Senior Moderator Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Texas Posts: 3,722	bluetec? if you mean the dpf etc... that can easily be removed now, but if you do it will void the warranty no questions asked... (atleast on ford it will) __________________ John Wayne 2000 F-350 7.3L Powerstroke 4x4

11-20-2008, 03:41 PM	#3
72'CaminoKid Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 2,756	any ford with the 7.3L will be exactly what you want __________________ 99 suburban xlt 96 silverado 91 wrangler (my baby ) 08 Honday shadow 750 (my mistress)

11-20-2008, 03:49 PM	#4
stumpuller454 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Grande Prairie, AB Posts: 2,043	blutec i beleive is dodges new dpf deal but anyways if your okay buying a unit that isn`t brand new, i recommend an 07 or older duramax, easiest to make serious HP, and anything can be made loud! YouTube - 05 duramax staight pipe vid 1 __________________ SUPERCHARGED 454 K2500 GMC! 450hp and 600ft/lbs http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WJ27RJHfJKE "sailing with Captain Morgan often!"

11-20-2008, 03:50 PM	#5
76silverado Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: NW Arkansas Posts: 355	Coorection Camino, any Cummins will be what you want, Primarily the newer generation Dodge 3/4 tons. And I almost forgot to welcome you to our forum! __________________ http://s513.photobucket.com/albums/t...t=HPIM1105.jpg '76 Silverado10 Custom Deluxe, 350 4barrel, th350 auto FULL TIME FOUR WHEEL!

11-20-2008, 04:40 PM	#6
gmctrucks Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Houston,Texas Posts: 4,033	I have had good luck with GM trucks my brother that has a Duramax went to see some Ford trucks he said that there quieter but in 2010 model GM is going to change body styles might wait for them like he is. I had also seen on You-tube that the insulation that ford uses is different that GM's that's why the cab is quieter.

11-20-2008, 04:42 PM	#7
bigcountry78 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: upstate S.C. Posts: 300	There changin body styles again? I hope they come up w/ somethin better than they did this last time around.

11-20-2008, 06:48 PM	#8
bigz Banned Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 462	everytime i get a new truck they change body styles and mine looks old so i just gave up after getting my 05

11-24-2008, 07:56 AM	#9
cntrygrl12 Junior Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Indiana Posts: 4	Thanks! I have been leaning towards something that is a couple of years old and I've been told the 7.3 is the way to go by several people. I really like the body style on the 05 and 06 Duramax, but they're a little too low for me. I know a lift would be a fairly easy fix on those. If they're easy for me to get into, I don't like them! And I'm only 5'3"! Decisions, decisions...I guess i'll just have to see what I come across. Thanks a lot for the suggestions.

Thread Tools	Search this Thread
Show Printable Version Email this Page	Search this Thread: Advanced Search

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
choosing major (automotive school) help	Stockcar	Off-Topic	1	05-09-2008 01:44 AM