"Birddog" (maintmgt)
03/08/2016 at 20:53 • Filed to: None
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"Birddog" (maintmgt)
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On the way home today I stopped to check out a 2008 Titan Pro 4X. The irrational (normal) side of me wanted to do the deal right there. But.. I don’t know.
I’m used to not having a payment and really like it.
I know I can’t keep putting bandaids on Crusty. And I know it..
It has 112k on the clock, looks just like the one pictured and they want $13,500. With a good downstroke I could get $199/mo payments for 3 years.
What do you think?
Jcarr
> Birddog
03/08/2016 at 20:56 |
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Our church has one that gets used pretty hard and heavy pulling a heavy mess trailer around the country on trips every summer. Seems to have held up quite well.
Plus, the 5.6 has a really nice exhaust note.
whoarder is tellurium
> Birddog
03/08/2016 at 20:59 |
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Prepare for crappy gas mileage. Otherwise, I’ve always liked the Titan.
Another +1 for the VK56 exhaust note
BrianGriffin thinks “reliable” is just a state of mind
> Birddog
03/08/2016 at 21:01 |
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The Titan is kinda like an F-200. Not quite heavy duty, but close. The gas mileage will be comparable to 18ish highway, so be warned.
Otherwise, I've only heard good things from friends that own them. Just too guzzl-y for me.
Frank Grimes
> Birddog
03/08/2016 at 21:03 |
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Aren’t those underpowered?
Daily Drives a Dragon - One Last Lap
> Birddog
03/08/2016 at 21:05 |
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I like them.
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Birddog
> whoarder is tellurium
03/08/2016 at 21:08 |
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I DD a 1995 F150 70-110 miles a day. I never complain about Gas mileage or prices.
It does have a nice sound!
Somethin' 'bout a truck
> Birddog
03/08/2016 at 21:09 |
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I’ve only ever heard good things, except for the gas mileage. But then, your not buying a truck an economy car.
They seem to have a lot of hidden packaging features that would make storing things easier. Like the storage in the side of the bed.
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Birddog
> BrianGriffin thinks “reliable” is just a state of mind
03/08/2016 at 21:10 |
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I’m used to 10 mpg or so now so this will be an improvement! Woo!
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Birddog
> Frank Grimes
03/08/2016 at 21:12 |
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That’s something I haven’t heard. It’s a world of difference compared to my current DD. I was a bit starstruck. That’s why I need to wait.
Kailand09
> Birddog
03/08/2016 at 21:15 |
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Coworker loves his. It even sounds nice
brianbrannon
> Birddog
03/08/2016 at 21:23 |
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Unless you work construction; how about a nice Miata?
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Birddog
> brianbrannon
03/08/2016 at 21:30 |
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I fear a Miata won’t be up to hauling 3 wheelers, hunting gear or my Dog.
Well, the Dog might love it actually.
Sweet Trav
> Birddog
03/08/2016 at 21:33 |
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Why? Literally any of the American manufacturers build better trucks. my vote is for a Silverado.
Jordan and the Slowrunner, Boomer Intensifies
> Sweet Trav
03/08/2016 at 21:36 |
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No, they aren’t. The Ford’s were okay, the Ram’s were hit and miss, and while perfectly reliable, the GM’s were terrible in most every way. I have to deal with GMT900's on a daily basis, and I would never recommend one.
AM3R shamefully returns
> Birddog
03/08/2016 at 21:37 |
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I'm interested in them as well, they're the only truck that doesn't really hold value that well. Seems like a great used buy to me.. Would love to add one to the fleet eventually.
boxrocket
> Birddog
03/08/2016 at 21:41 |
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I like the storage box behind the rear wheels.
The interior buttons and knobs are fairly grabbable even with gloves on.
They’re known for going through catalytic converters and transmissions, AFAIK.
...Hmmm..
...Get an F-Series.
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Birddog
> Sweet Trav
03/08/2016 at 21:42 |
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I’m not ruling out an F150 but Chevy lost me with the slant eyed Silverado. I honestly can’t stand that front end and I’m not a fan of the interior either really.
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Sweet Trav
> Jordan and the Slowrunner, Boomer Intensifies
03/08/2016 at 21:49 |
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Why is the 5.3l and 6l60E too reliable for you?
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Sweet Trav
> Birddog
03/08/2016 at 21:50 |
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Trucks are purchased for powertrains, not exteriors or interiors.
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Jordan and the Slowrunner, Boomer Intensifies
> Sweet Trav
03/08/2016 at 22:00 |
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Reread my comment. Out of those three, it is the most reliable. It is also by far the most uncomfortable. Putting hundreds of miles on these a day is punishment.
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brianbrannon
> Birddog
03/08/2016 at 22:04 |
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Hmm, I'm on the Subaru and a Harbor Freight trailer plan. Works for motorcycles but my cat hates it
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Birddog
> Sweet Trav
03/08/2016 at 22:05 |
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I would normally agree. Work vehicles should be Spartan.
But...
Sometimes I have to drive 3-4 hours to pick up a deal. This means an overnighter so Dog and I need to be comfy.
The only difference between David Tracy and myself is that he found a way to monetize his misfortunes. I’m self limited to one vehicle now.
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Jordan and the Slowrunner, Boomer Intensifies
> Birddog
03/08/2016 at 22:14 |
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As someone who spends A LOT of time in GMT900s, you don’t want one. I won’t knock their reliability, but they are extremely uncomfortable to spend long amounts of time in. Even the Dodge’s of those years are better places to spend time, at least when it comes to space and comfort. And I spend up to 12 hours at a time in them, so I do know what I am talking about.
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Birddog
> brianbrannon
03/08/2016 at 22:15 |
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Every time I think Miata I get a flashback from when I DD’d an MG Midget
I had to wear goggles.
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Jordan and the Slowrunner, Boomer Intensifies
> Sweet Trav
03/08/2016 at 22:21 |
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Also, if we are comparing 2008 trucks, they didn’t get the six speed. They also tend to cost a bit more.
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Birddog
> Jordan and the Slowrunner, Boomer Intensifies
03/08/2016 at 22:26 |
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The little bit of time I spent in the company Yukon XL matches your warning. And I’m judging that interior to a 95 F150! If I can’t wait to get back to my personal truck something is wrong.
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Sweet Trav
> Birddog
03/08/2016 at 22:29 |
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How much does vehicle downtime cost you? Uptime will be higher with a Chevy.
Wacko
> Birddog
03/08/2016 at 22:29 |
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I like the looks of the Titan, good looking trucks, especially a pro-4x.
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Jordan and the Slowrunner, Boomer Intensifies
> Birddog
03/08/2016 at 22:30 |
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I get exited climbing back into a ‘95 4Runner, which even I’ll admit has one of the world’s worst seating positions. It’s seats are waaaaay more comfortable. If IIRC, isn’t the Yukon you speak of a GMT800? That generation is way more comfortable than the 900.
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Birddog
> Sweet Trav
03/08/2016 at 22:36 |
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Crusty has never actually broken down. I drove it for two weeks on a collapsed front suspension.
And I’m keeping Crusty. You don’t kick a good Dog to the curb because you got a new one.
HammerheadFistpunch
> Birddog
03/08/2016 at 23:23 |
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Durable and decent, i think they are a good used bargin
nlzmo400r
> Birddog
03/08/2016 at 23:25 |
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Great trucks with their share of known issues. The only real downfall of these to me was the final drives weren’t up to heavy towing in high heat situation. The stock dana-44 is a small final drive unit not up to pulling the 9k lbs or so this truck was rated to regularly. That being said they were definitely better than American trucks of the era and are cheap on the used market as well. They drive noticeably smaller and more athletically than American trucks. I much prefer the styling to the Japanese alternative (Tundra), but the Tundra is without a doubt a more heavy duty truck in terms of build.
Luc - The Acadian Oppo
> Birddog
03/09/2016 at 09:57 |
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do you have a pic of Crusty? I’m curious as to what it actually is.
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Birddog
> Luc - The Acadian Oppo
03/09/2016 at 14:00 |
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Sure. It’s a 95 F150.
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Luc - The Acadian Oppo
> Birddog
03/09/2016 at 14:31 |
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To be honest this is pretty much exactly what I pictured a trike hoarder to drive.