Traded my ML320 for a 2014 F150 5L/ V8 xtr - I just added 5 years to my life - WHAT A SWEET RIDE!!!! Can't wait to take it out on it's "first hunt"!
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Traded my ML320 for a 2014 F150 5L/ V8 xtr - I just added 5 years to my life - WHAT A SWEET RIDE!!!! Can't wait to take it out on it's "first hunt"!
congrats! bought my wife the 2014 supercrew fx4 fully decked out, I will not be bringing it hunting until she puts the first scratch on it lol
Welcome to the V8 Petroleum Cha Ching Club........lol
we have a brand new f150 with the 5 l as well and are getting 13.5 l per 100k .I do love that 5 l moter works great pulling the boat Dutch
Well it seems I found the brains club... I mean ford that is!! Glad you guys are enjoying the F150s! ! I'm a service manager for a Ford dealer and wouldn't trade me for anything!! Enjoy fellas and good luck in the bush!
edit: wouldn't trade *mine* for anything
my wifes f150 is a 2008 with the 4.6 and I find it a little lazy ,now the new 5;iter I just love seems to get better fuel milage then the smaller motor
The fuel mileage has come a long ways for sure. I have my 09 with the 5.4L and the fuel mileage was good as long as it was highway. then when the warranty expired I put in a bully dog fuel and performance programmer and it got even better. It has a 132L tank in it and I'm not getting roughly mid 10s on the higheay (no load or trailer) approx 1100 km a tank.
The new ecoboost takes the cake with regards to fuel economy though. and lots of power for towing
next one for me might be the new dodge eco diesel thy are claming 7 liters per 100 k .I will just wait a year or so to see if thy have the bugs worked out ,but I really like the idea of a light duty diesel Dutch
I also like the thought of the light duty diesel. Ford is also exploring that direction. However I'm hard pressed to believe they can get the same mileage as my new focus lol. kudos to them if they can
If anybody asks I am generally the first to curse a ram truck. Seen my fathers '05 nightmare and my father in laws '04 and the buddies '11 all costly piles of yuck. That being said a guy from work pushed me into his ecodiesel ram last week for a trip to Huntsville and back. Wow! I am sooo sorry to report how impressed I was. I was instructed not to be gentle so off I went. Ride was far better than most with the four corner airbags, beautiful interior and plenty of power to boot (0-60 in under 10 seconds) averaged 28mpg at higher than highway speeds. Its absolutely disgusting how interested I am in this ride. My only major complaints would be the poor paint job on the underside and the near zero clearance on the front. Levelling kit would be a must for me but there goes the mileage.Quote:
Originally Posted by dutchhunter
Will never spend a personal dime on a dodge, years of bad experiences, both myself and dad (fleet vehicles) in the shop constantly, mine currently is, and going on it's third week there.
Seem to be built on cheap components.
Anyone can get a lemon, it happens, but a new one every year, and all lemons?
But the 65K price tag turned me off. For now stick with my F250 and in Jan downsize to F150, 5.0l FX, if I can find the motor. Had the 6cyl in non eco and eco and decided to move up to full V8 agian. You carry alot of extra wieght with 6cyl and the fuel milage is about the same as V8, plus you have the extra power when needed.Quote:
Originally Posted by dutchhunter
Go for a Duramax they come with an allison transmission and last forever I got an 2006 never missed a beat gets 950km tank hwy 98liters. That dodge Eco diesel is a pentastar won't last long. Or if you like dodge go for cummins. Stay away from Ford diesels unless it's the old 7.3.
is it just me or is everybodys banner at the top of the screen showing the dodge ecodiesel just when we are talking about them Dutch
65k?! Where did you see this? I see new 2014's for $30kQuote:
Originally Posted by line052
http://www.teamchrysler.ca/new/Ram/2...ec7cee31db.htm
Dynamic ads, customize to content, key words, browsing history, etc.Quote:
Originally Posted by dutchhunter
I have the EDGE programmer for my 5.4, and I used it while it was still under warranty! My dealer never seemed to mind, as long as there weren't problems they could relate to the programmer. I've had the programmer for about 6 years now running premium on the performance tune and the mileage makes up for the cost of premium gas, and some extra power :) If anything I think the programmer has helped the tranny last longer with crisper firmer shifts.Quote:
Originally Posted by crosshair
When the time comers I'll get another F150 as well, but I'd opt for the 5 Litre over the Eco boost. The difference in mileage isn't noticeable and turbo's scare me for longevity.
Grasu, congrats on the new truck.
I have the EDGE programmer for my 5.4, and I used it while it was still under warranty! My dealer never seemed to mind, as long as there weren't problems they could relate to the programmer. I've had the programmer for about 6 years now running premium on the performance tune and the mileage makes up for the cost of premium gas, and some extra power :) If anything I think the programmer has helped the tranny last longer with crisper firmer shifts.
When the time comers I'll get another F150 as well, but I'd opt for the 5 Litre over the Eco boost. The difference in mileage isn't noticeable and turbo's scare me for longevity.
Grasu, congrats on the new truck.[/QUOTE]
Absolutely! Dealers can not deny you warranty with it in there. And yes if we find the failure was directly related to the programmer that particular repair wouldn't be warranty. However I knew there was going to be a new engine installed in my truck before the warranty ended and therefore waited to put in the programmer with a fresh engine! So far so good. Not a hitch and the shift patterns have been improved. Just waiting for the latest tune to come out and hoping for even better results!
The thing about the diesel option is the price difference is usually so huge that it could take years for it to even break even in fuel costs vs a gas engine. 7-8K $ premium buys alot of gasoline.
We own a f150 4x4 supercrew ecoboost and we just love it, it pulled our 30 ft trailer to Jims lake without hesitation wouldnt trade it for the world.11,000 pulling towing capacity
Update after almost 2 weeks. I just love it, rear view camera helps a lot with parking, average mileage with really a mix of highway and city is at 14.5L/100kms, which is same as my ML320 used to do.
I really like the power - my wife was really impresesed on the qew when i floored the gas pedal for a quick demo.
Thank you all for the reviews, tips and opinions.
Absolutely! Dealers can not deny you warranty with it in there. And yes if we find the failure was directly related to the programmer that particular repair wouldn't be warranty. However I knew there was going to be a new engine installed in my truck before the warranty ended and therefore waited to put in the programmer with a fresh engine! So far so good. Not a hitch and the shift patterns have been improved. Just waiting for the latest tune to come out and hoping for even better results![/QUOTE]Quote:
Originally Posted by crosshair
I have the 2013 eco I bought about 6 months ago, the 2013 is exactly the same as the 2014's. I do love the kick of the of torque \ turbo combination, the lag however takes a little adjusting to but when they spin up she takes off.
I run a high octane perf tune as well when not towing and love merging onto the highways, there is no problem spinning the 35's with a 6" lift full tilt. Yeah fuel mileage can suck if I am hammering down but it gets me through the 3' snow banks into my driveway when heading up North and into some deep back lake road slop.
My daughter just got her learners permit in photo and it took her no time asking for me to take her out driving a few months back :scream: At the end of the day I am very happy with the ecoboost, have 40k on it now and it hasn't missed a beat.
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Suzuki sidekicks for getting in and out of tight places?
Where do you put the deer? If you want fuel mileage and deer hauling, the Japanese Mini-truck is where it's at. Lol. As long as you don't need to get anywhere fast.Quote:
Originally Posted by irocdyou
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Now you're talking. I think these small trucks are pretty good on those logging roads and if you don't wanna trash up your real truck.
I miss my 05 Suburban, but I get too see it when the ex wife drives by me while Iam in my VW Regretta !
Ouch!!!Quote:
Originally Posted by pdhenderson
Thanks, but it is now dying. Karma!!!Quote:
Originally Posted by irocdyou
I bought a 2014 Ram eco diesel and let me tell you, fuel economy is amazing! I have 3500 km on it now, my commute to work is 8km all stop and go city, we have taken 2 highway trips and my average since new is 9.6 l/100 km. average speed of 40km. I believe the highway ratings when I set the cruise at 110km I float between 6-8 L/100km depending on hills/terrain. Going tow with it for the first time this weekend will let you know how it goes.
The fuel economy might be great, but how much did you have to pay to get to that? Unless it's a business write-off, is the added cost really worth it?
I have placed an order and awaiting delivery of this Colorado exactly as shown in the picture. Hopefully it arrives on the 25th with a red bow on the hood...:santa:
http://i145.photobucket.com/albums/r...lorado2015.jpg
Yep i'll stick with my 08 Yukon over any Ford any day of the week!
Now that is a damn nice looking truck. Make sure to update us as to how you like it.Quote:
Originally Posted by impact
For the frugal shopper;
I picked up this dealer maintained 4x4 97 Chev truck at an estate auction this summer for $3200. Only had 170k on it, also came with a tonneau cover and an extra set of wheels (winter). Cleared safety no surprises.
http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p...ps0386a754.jpg
It replaced the 91 Sierra I had bought back in 2007 for $4500...
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I have spent less on my trucks than the guys at camp pay in taxes on their new trucks :)
edit add: I should also add, that when I was having the safety done on the new one I had the mech pull up my repair/work history on the 91..it was just over $2200 over the 7 yrs I owned it..so in total that truck amortized, out cost me about $1k a year.
Keep us posted on the mileage while towing. My dad is interested in one of these but is always towing stuff. Are you calculating the mileage yourself too? or just trusting the onboard computer? Those numbers seem too good to be true!Quote:
Originally Posted by sweatervest
The premium for the diesel is $3500 over the hemi I don't think it was that bad. Also someone mentioned that it is a pentastar diesel, that is incorrect, it is a 3 litre diesel made in Italy, has something to do with a joint Fiat/Chrysler venture. not a new engine just a new use.Quote:
Originally Posted by awndray
This truck is the big horn package with all kinds of fun stuff and it priced out the door Just under $50K heated everything, NAV, tow package, integrated ebrake all the bells and whistles, just not leather or the air suspension (probably some others). its a lot of money no doubt but I think it priced the same as the rest.
That is just the onboard computer, who has time for manually calculating? LOLQuote:
Originally Posted by LowbanksArcher
Nice truck. I had my eye on them until I saw the price tag. I assume you got it below MSRP?Quote:
Originally Posted by impact
Funny thing I had one for a test drive and the Ram guy said if I was towing to buy the Hemi and that the Eco-diesel was for driving not towing so much! Nice truck though.
At 9,200lbs, I'm sure most people who will buy them will find it plenty to bring their groceries homes.
Interesting. The eco-diesel has slightly more torque. And it's been my experience that a diesel will always suffer less fuel economy loss when towing. Yes, with 155 extra ponies, I think the hemi will be quicker with a trailer, but the ecodiesel should pass it at the pumps.Quote:
Originally Posted by Redsoilreaper
http://www.trucktrend.com/roadtests/..._vs_ecodiesel/
So as mentioned towed a 12 ft covered miska trailer for the first time, 365km 13.9 l/100 km averaged 96km, this included 1 stop. Basically set the cruise control at 110. Trailer weighed approx 3000lbs and I have my firestone winterforce tires on, I would imagine better mileage with the highway tires in the summer. Overall pretty impressive I think. But again new to this truck and don't know mileage of other trucks. Any thoughts on these numbers?Quote:
Originally Posted by LowbanksArcher
That sounds about right to me. I think it's more mileage loss then the big diesels would suffer, but still a few L/100km better then a gasser would get pulling trailer.
Here's my ride. Not a powerful 4X4 but okay for a city dude like myself.
Bought it new in 2012 fore $20K plus tax. 4 Cylinder, 6 speed manual, front wheel drive.
Pulls trailers with boat or ATV without issue.
Needs better tires because the factory ones are CRAP.
Has very nice features and 8+ inches of ground clearance.
I have put 48,000 Km on it without a single issue yet. :)
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