Used 4X4 trucks up in price

[Bluebulldog]

The old Titan was a pig and the new one seems even worse. The GF has a brand new XD, we drove less than a tank and it shows 26l/100km

That's with the diesel, or the gas?

Wow, I know fuel economy usually sucks with break in period, but that seems pretty excessive.

[MikePal]

Ah yes...the Dodge "Journey" not quite a minivan, not quite an SUV.....but it gives dad the excuse of saying it's "not a minivan"

Surprising how many guys feel emasculated having to drive a mini-van...they'll clutch at straws trying to rationalize that their beloved P/U is a good family vehicle ..LOL....

[Bluebulldog]

Surprising how many guys feel emasculated having to drive a mini-van...they'll clutch at straws trying to rationalize that their beloved P/U is a good family vehicle ..LOL....

I loved it when we had a Dodge Grand Caravan, it was the best cottage / family / dog hauler out there. My wife wasn't too crazy about it.

[seabast]

That's with the diesel, or the gas?

Wow, I know fuel economy usually sucks with break in period, but that seems pretty excessive.

Gas and it was mostly hwy so it was pretty easy going but we did have a few heavy foot to see how it compare with the old one. The old one seems to have a lot more kick but doesn't have the new fancy gizmo.

[seabast]

You have the old lock pins then. The new ones are stainless with aluminum heads. These are made specifically for Andersen Rapid Hitches.
Read the first point in the description.


[COLOR=#333333]Stainless Steel lock set for all Andersen Rapid Hitches (replaces 3434) -includes 1 adjustment pin lock (for the Rapid Hitch) and 1 receiver pin lock for 2", 2-1/2" and oversized receivers.

• Made from Stainless Steel with aluminum heads
• 99.99% rust-free materials
• Receiver pin fits all standard 2" and 2-1/2" receivers
• Adjuster pin fits all Rapid Hitch Models
• Over 30,000 lbs shear strength
• Triple ball bearing and cam-style locking mechanism
• Clik-Lock™ system securely locks with one push (no 'false' locks)
• 2 Heavy-duty keys (keyed alike and reversible)
• Rubber dust cap protects key slot from liquids and other grime
• Provide 24/7 security for your hitch mounted accessories
• Dimensions: Adjuster pin 4-3/8" x 5/8" (inside shank), Receiver pin 3-1/2" x 5/8" (inside shank)

https://www.andersenhitches.com/Prod...receivers.aspx

I'm not too sure what part is aluminum but if any SS touch the aluminum you will get corrosion, but it might not be that bad in this application....

[mario]

I bought new as well. RAM 1500 Bighorn with all the bells & whistles. Zero % financing & a great trade in value was hard to turn down.

Love my truck!! lol

I bought the same but with the ecodiesel crew cab.
The best I got on my trip to new Jersey was over 1100 km on 90 liters of diesel.
In town it does 12-13 liters per 100km.

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[greatwhite]

When I first got married my 1988 Ford Ranger Standard, Standard Brakes and no power steering bench seat for 3 and only a 2.0 liter engine (The ole Pinto engine). I rebuilt it myself and it was our Main reliable vehicle. My wife, Daughter Alex our pet beagle and myself would drive down to NB in it stopping only for gas for 10 hrs driving.

It was a great family truck, especially driving through the major 40 cm snow storm through Quebec and NB in the dark.

Surprising how many guys feel emasculated having to drive a mini-van...they'll clutch at straws trying to rationalize that their beloved P/U is a good family vehicle ..LOL....

[Splaker]

Just parroting the comments from of my buddy who had a Ram P/U prior to having the kids. The first kid's car seat was put in the center of the back bench seat (as recommended) and it was a royal pain trying to get the kid in and out of his car seat. Having to crawl into the back seat to fasten the straps etc...Not to mention never having room for his work gear beside the car seat. The 2nd car seat was just a nightmare.

They bought a Dodge SUV, sliding doors both sides, storage in the back. Far easier to get the kids in and out of the car seats etc. And his wife found it far easier to drive it when she drive the kids someplace.

All manufacturers recommend putting car seats in the centre. It's a recommendation.. If you have three kids, I guess you pu the favourite in the centre?!?

Work gear wouldn't be a problem since I wouldn't use this for work.. I don't work in the trades. As for the wifey, she doesn't even like to drive "her car" - we work together and I do all the driving if we are in the same car...

I'd use it for hauling firewood, plywood and other stuff for home projects, and of course, hunting, fishing and camping

So, that said, is it really a bad family vehicle?

I still may end up with an SUV like a 4Runner or maybe an Explorer

[Snowwalker]

I still may end up with an SUV like a 4Runner or maybe an Explorer

Wife's 4runner is over 12 years old looks great, runs great and the dealer keeps asking if she wants to trade it in. Just don't buy the limited. The limited is the worst package option for "ANY" toyota model.

Got a 2016 Tacoma Double cab Trd Sport with a 6 speed manual..behind a rock solid V6.

[terrym]

so to get that straight; a 1500 with the typical 4x8 utility trailer wouldn't need one, but say a 4-Runner with a 6x12 u-haul would? please can anyone share the official reference where it reads that boat trailers are exempt

Actually, with my Frontier, it's very good. Hwy I'm getting 10.2-10.5L/100. In town add about 3L to that. But it's also the 4.0L V6.

My Titan was thirsty, which was the only downside I ever had with it. And I traded it in at 260,000.

The new 1500 Titans have gone to direct injection, and are reported to be the best in class for fuel economy at 15.7 City, 11.2 highway, and 13 combined.

Interesting. My 2015 Ram Quadcab 4wd 5.7 Hemi averages 12/100. It will drop down below 10/100 on the highway cruising at 110. Has 108,000 kms on it now and just had the brakes checked and they are no where near ready to be replaced. No issues or failures yet. Our company between Canada and the USA runs over 200 Rams and the fleet manager has no intention of switching.