On 2022-04-02 23:09, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote:
Yep. I guess not bad for 225k miles.
First choice OE.
2nd choice probably Moog.
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Yep. I guess not bad for 225k miles.
On 4/2/2022 10:06 PM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes wrote:
Throw in the shocks grand total is around $872. Geez, parts prices sure add up
quick.
Less than the price of ONE new truck payment, for a $65,000 truck financed at
0% for six years.
ONE.
PAYMENT.
> Throw in the shocks grand total is around $872. Geez, parts prices sure add
> up quick.
Less than the price of ONE new truck payment, for a $65,000 truck financed at
0% for six years.
ONE.
PAYMENT.
Pretty much a bargain in my book.
Rick
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I have a set of Bilstein shocks on the way that are supposed to be here
Monday for the 02 Duramax with 225k miles. I am sure nothing has ever
been done to the front end. I am sure
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I have a set of Bilstein shocks on the way that are supposed to be here
Monday for the 02 Duramax with 225k miles. I am sure nothing has ever
been done to the front end. I am sure the shocks are original. Anyway,
got it up on the lift today
I have a set of Bilstein shocks on the way that are supposed to be here
Monday for the 02 Duramax with 225k miles. I am sure nothing has ever
been done to the front end. I am sure the shocks are original. Anyway,
got it up on the lift today to take a look at it and get ready for the
shock
I went ahead and ordered the Bilsteins.
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> On Mar 27, 2022, at 10:10 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes
> wrote:
>
> I put Monroe strut packs on the Focus last time it needed doing. So far they
> seem fine, FWIW.
>
>> On Sun, Mar 27, 2022, at 10:32 AM, Floyd Thursby via
I put Monroe strut packs on the Focus last time it needed doing. So far they
seem fine, FWIW.
On Sun, Mar 27, 2022, at 10:32 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote:
> I recall getting some Monroe shocks at some point for my 87 Blazer.
> They worked, but I have no idea how long they would have
Since I now know you have a 5th wheel trailer, and surmise you will be
using said truck to pull it, I suggest you go the extra wallet mile for
premium shocks.
With a trailer loaded, 5th wheel camper, or full of cars, you really want
the truck to stay and obey on the road. Putting on the cheap
Most if not all Gabriel and Monroe are probably to be considered
disposable.
Delco Advantage too.
Delco Gold might work out OK, but I never understood why they made Gold
when they were already making Original Equipment.
Delco OE will last like the originals did.
Bilstein are the good
I recall getting some Monroe shocks at some point for my 87 Blazer.
They worked, but I have no idea how long they would have gone for as the
truck rusted out and I gave it away before putting a lot of miles on it.
--FT
On 3/27/22 10:01 AM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote:
My 02 Duramax is
My 02 Duramax is WAY past due for shocks. Has probably needed new
shocks the last 50k miles or more. I do not drive the truck all that
often and simply don't think about it until the next time I drive it. I
know all about MB shocks, but does anyone have any ideas or
recommendations as far
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Subject: [MBZ] OT: Truck Wheel-Well
Hi:
I just had a request from my B-I-L for a source for rivet-on wheel well
replacement parts for a Chevy pickup.
He is out in Eastern LI NY.
Anybody know a good source for these parts?
TIA
Greg
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Good points, thanks
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> On Apr 23, 2021, at 10:26 PM, G Mann via Mercedes
> wrote:
>
> Add to your list dye check fluid and a black light. Once you replace O
> rings and all the other bits, you will want to pull a vacuum on the system
> to see if it is "Tight and sealed"
Add to your list dye check fluid and a black light. Once you replace O
rings and all the other bits, you will want to pull a vacuum on the system
to see if it is "Tight and sealed" ... dye check will help you find pesky
leaks, like a hose that has broken down.. in fact.. if the system is old,
very
How to change AC Compressor, Receiver Dryer and Orifice Tube - 1997
GMC Sierra
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1oSNem5YQJQ
On 4/23/21 4:44 PM, Jim Cathey wrote:
yeah I'm watching a vid right now where the guy replaced the compressor and R-D
and orifice tube. I guess I should get those
> yeah I'm watching a vid right now where the guy replaced the compressor and
> R-D and orifice tube. I guess I should get those too.
Was the video sponsored by FLAPS, by any chance?
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yeah I'm watching a vid right now where the guy replaced the compressor
and R-D and orifice tube. I guess I should get those too.
--FT
On 4/23/21 4:17 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote:
I think it's generally advised that any time you open the system you
should change the accumulator or
I think it's generally advised that any time you open the system you
should change the accumulator or receiver drier, whichever it has?
Allan
Floyd Thursby via Mercedes writes:
> My 96 Chebby truck AC has not worked for years, I am thinking I should
> fix it. Advance Auto have the o-ring and
Receiver-dryer?
On 23/04/2021 3:08 PM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote:
My 96 Chebby truck AC has not worked for years, I am thinking I should
fix it. Advance Auto have the o-ring and gasket kit which looks to be
all that are needed (wherever they go) for $7. There might be some
My 96 Chebby truck AC has not worked for years, I am thinking I should
fix it. Advance Auto have the o-ring and gasket kit which looks to be
all that are needed (wherever they go) for $7. There might be some
compressor seals too if that is leaking, I guess I would find out.
Are there any
I have been looking at bottom feeder box truck for hauling #1 boy’s possessions
from house we are selling to him in ND. Pickem up and enclosed truck/van
prices are still up there. I do notice a number of commuter cars around the
neighborhood that have not been moved for at least a year.
ing"
> next several months.
>
>
> Rick
>
> From: mercedes@okiebenz.com
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> Subject: [MBZ] OT: truck prices
>
> I am seeing mor
, and a flight from urban areas. It will be an "interesting" next several
months.
Rick
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Subject: [MBZ] OT: truck prices
I am seeing more reasona
No
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> On Apr 18, 2021, at 12:50 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes
> wrote:
>
> I am seeing more reasonably priced pickup trucks on CL here these
> days. Has the bubble popped?
>
> Allan
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I've noticed that too. In the last 2 weeks the tractor market has gotten a
little less stupid too. I wonder if covid restrictions relaxing is opening up
some supply.
Curt
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Mercedes wrote: I am seeing more
I am seeing more reasonably priced pickup trucks on CL here these
days. Has the bubble popped?
Allan
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Basically how I change power steering fluid.
On Tue, Jul 30, 2019, 10:40 Allan Streib via Mercedes
wrote:
> Mitch Haley via Mercedes writes:
>
> > I got this method from a Ford factory manual in the 1990s.
> > Drain and change filter, if applicable (my Cruze doesn't have a readily
>
I was thinking to pull the pan and put in a drain plug to make it easier
the next time(s). I did that some years ago on my 87 Blazer, made
draining the fluid a breeze, no tranny fluid bath when dropping the pan.
Yes I would def use the recommended fluid, just thinking that buying
some bulk
OK Don via Mercedes writes:
> I'm guessing here, but if you disconnect a line, fluid will either
> come out of it, or the fitting you removed it from - just be prepared
> to collect the old fluid at both places, and it should work out fine
> ???
I'd say you want to disconnect the return line
I'm guessing here, but if you disconnect a line, fluid will either come out
of it, or the fitting you removed it from - just be prepared to collect the
old fluid at both places, and it should work out fine ???
On Tue, Jul 30, 2019 at 9:58 AM Dan--- via Mercedes
wrote:
> I’ve heard/seen this
I’ve heard/seen this approach and it makes sense. However, you would need to be
sure to have the correct line disconnected and have a helper to start/stop the
engine, asa LOT fluid moves through those lines.
The drain/fill approach works as well, although it’s a bit more time and labor
Mitch Haley via Mercedes writes:
> I got this method from a Ford factory manual in the 1990s.
> Drain and change filter, if applicable (my Cruze doesn't have a readily
> replaceable filter).
> Fill or slightly overfill.
> Unhook cooler line and connect to a clear vinyl hose.
> Start and idle
FT here's an article on Wallet Flushes, Ooops I meant transmission flushes.
http://www.agcoauto.com/content/news/p2_articleid/238
Russ W
On 7/29/2019 12:13 PM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote:
I need to change the trans fluid in my truck. Has about 120kmi so quite
overdue. I don’t
Thanks. Sounds good. I should do that.
--FT
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> On Jul 29, 2019, at 9:18 PM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes
> wrote:
>
>
> I got this method from a Ford factory manual in the 1990s.
> Drain and change filter, if applicable (my Cruze doesn't have a readily
> replaceable filter).
>
I got this method from a Ford factory manual in the 1990s.
Drain and change filter, if applicable (my Cruze doesn't have a readily
replaceable filter).
Fill or slightly overfill.
Unhook cooler line and connect to a clear vinyl hose.
Start and idle the car.
When you've pumped out almost as
Last time I had quickie lube change the trans-fluid in the Dakota was quite
awhile ago but they used a thing that attached to the cooler lines. Start the
truck and it (the transmission in the truck I mean) pumped new fluid in and old
fluid out. Seemed like a legit way to do things if you knew
The shop transmission flush machines I have seen connect into the
transmission cooler lines and suck the fluid out while pumping clean fluid
in, to somehow magically swap out the old tired fluid for fresh new
fluid... somewhere in the mix, a new trans filter is installed and pan
gasket, etc...
I need to change the trans fluid in my truck. Has about 120kmi so quite
overdue. I don’t recall changing it but I might have at some point.
I see it takes 5qt for a filter change but 11qt if the TC is drained. Of course
there is no direct way to drain the TC. So I’m wondering if the best way
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Subject: [MBZ] OT Truck
Sticker in the window says truck
I didn't notice the typo (obviously) until this morning and wondered who would
catch it.
-Curt
Date: Fri, 20 Sep 2013 20:36:53 -0600
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They run at higher temps than a water cooled engine, and run at a higher
percentage of maximum power most of the time.
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Why is such heavy oil used in recip aircraft engines?
Gerry
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On 18/09/2013 3:31 PM, Fmiser wrote:
Curt wrote:
You're not really
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In general its OK. My 2000 Jetta was hard to warm up on the coldest days
even in Nashville. And on those
with no history.
-Curt
Date: Fri, 20 Sep 2013 11:22:03 -0600
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What was old is new again!
Fred Moir
Lynn MA
Diesel preferred.
From: Randy Bennell rbenn...@bennell.ca
One of the things I see touted for one of the new pickup trucks is
active shutters that close off the grill when the temperature sensors
say they don't
: Fri, 20 Sep 2013 13:52:17 -0500
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I have commented on this before so
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the water pump is not timing belt driven on the A3. on the A4 it is. if
its
:
Provincialism?
Fred Moir
Lynn MA
Diesel preferred.
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On 20/09/2013 3:12 PM, Frederick Moir wrote
Wilton.
Any favorite engine (s) ?
Fred Moir
Lynn MA
Diesel preferred.
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J-47 engines on B-47E's
system to open
and close the shutters to stay in the optimal temperature range.
-Curt
Date: Fri, 20 Sep 2013 14:58:53 -0500
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Content
They don't include 6 cyl MB diesels!
Randy
On 20/09/2013 3:45 PM, Frederick Moir wrote:
Wilton.
Any favorite engine (s) ?
Fred Moir
Lynn MA
Diesel preferred.
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: [MBZ] OT: Truck for Jamie
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Any favorite engine (s) ?
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Lynn MA
Diesel preferred.
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J
'They don't incl OM 603.970.
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They don't include 6 cyl MB diesels!
Randy
On 20/09
.
-Curt
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In general its OK. My 2000 Jetta was hard to warm up on the coldest days
even in Nashville. And on those same coldest days
I don't intend to find out!
I did help Dad start a Jacobs R755 radial engine with 50 wt oil in it at
-30F once though - it took about two hours of a large kerosene space heater
blowing on it before we could turn the prop, much less start it.
On Fri, Sep 20, 2013 at 4:03 PM, Randy Bennell
: Re: [MBZ] OT: Truck for Jamie
My Rolls didn't have any stinkin' slats. ;)
Wilton
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Randy
I don't have to worry about that with my 115. When it gets really cold,
I would never get it to start.
I wonder how well the Passat would do when it is minus 30?
Randy
On 20/09/2013 4:01 PM, OK Don wrote:
Excatly what I did with the W115 cars, both the 220D and the 300D. Haven't
needed to
On 20/09/2013 3:12 PM, Frederick Moir wrote:
Randy.
Long ago and far away in Europe, UK especially, flaps, blinds, mobile louvers
and cardboard behind the grill, were common on cars.
Fancier cars got more sophisticated devices, of course.
Rolls Royce had the vertical slats in the grill moved by
Excatly what I did with the W115 cars, both the 220D and the 300D. Haven't
needed to since I moved to the newer chassis though. They seemed able to
heat the cabin just fine, whether it was 0F or 110F outside :-)
The Passat TDI warms up quickly in the cold, and keeps us plenty warm -
small, fuel
for the TDI, 1000w he'd at least be
able to start his commute warm.
-Curt
Date: Fri, 20 Sep 2013 13:52:17 -0500
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Provincialism?
Fred Moir
Lynn MA
Diesel preferred.
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On 20/09/2013 3:12 PM, Frederick
My Rolls didn't have any stinkin' slats. ;)
Wilton
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Randy.
Long ago and far away
Wilton.
Aircraft or automobile or fire-truck or ground power unit or?
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Diesel preferred.
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: Friday, September 20, 2013 3:58 PM
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I remember them on things like big Mack trucks but I don't think it is
something that has been done on pickup trucks.
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On Fri, 20 Sep 2013 13:12:03 -0700 (PDT) Frederick Moir
fredy4.s...@yahoo.com wrote:
Randy.
Long ago and far away in Europe, UK especially, flaps, blinds, mobile
louvers and cardboard behind the grill, were common on cars. Fancier
cars got more sophisticated devices, of course. Rolls Royce
I remember them on things like big Mack trucks but I don't think it is
something that has been done on pickup trucks.
Randy
On 20/09/2013 2:45 PM, Frederick Moir wrote:
What was old is new again!
Fred Moir
Lynn MA
Diesel preferred.
From: Randy Bennell
run the block heater in a 123 but I know the truth.
-Curt
Date: Fri, 20 Sep 2013 16:03:41 -0500
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the
biggest...
-Curt
Date: Fri, 20 Sep 2013 16:28:06 -0500
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On Fri, 20 Sep 2013 18:46:37 -0700 (PDT) Curt Raymond
curtlud...@yahoo.com wrote:
Sure you could, plug it in. I drove a 240D one summer where we hit -20F
every morning for a whole week, thats -28C, close enough for government
work.
If you hit -20F during summer, I'd hate to see what your
Why is such heavy oil used in recip aircraft engines?
Gerry
From: OK Don okd...@gmail.com
I don't intend to find out!
I did help Dad start a Jacobs R755 radial engine with 50 wt oil in it at
-30F once though - it took about two hours of a large kerosene space
heater
blowing on it before we
On 18/09/2013 3:31 PM, Fmiser wrote:
Curt wrote:
You're not really looking at the numbers here, you're saying 20
isn't that much more than 15 but it is 33 1/3% after all.
In reality you've made my point again, you've got a 12 year old
truck you've driven 66k, not even 6k a year, you're not a
Where are you Philip?
Any of you folks in colder climates? New Englanders maybe?
I am wondering how well the diesel trucks produce heat.
I am hearing stories around here that suggest they don't produce good heat
in winter.
Randy who lives in the GWN
IME the heat in a P/U is fine, in a Suburban
Curt wrote:
With a 6.2 you certainly don't have the power you'd get with a
5.7 gasser...
Actually, you would. A J-code (the one without the EGR) 6.2L specs
and drives very much like a 5.7 (350 cid) gasoline engine. But fuel
mileage is easily 50% better.
--Philip
have spent $2310 less in fuel now than I have. However, I had to
spend 4K$ for the ability to save that money.
Everybody always forgets resale value. Gotta factor that
in too.
-- Jim
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On 17/09/2013 5:05 PM, Jaime Kopchinski wrote:
A diesel isn't out of the question, but I'd like to avoid having to a steep
learning curve with something completely new. A gas 350, or example, is
something that will be very easy to manage without much new to learn.
Ideally I get something that
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True,
but we're talking about Ford F-250's. ?There is not a significant
mileage difference between the gas and the diesel versions
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Curt wrote:
With a 6.2 you certainly don't have the power you'd get with a
5.7 gasser...
Actually, you would. A J-code (the one without the EGR) 6.2L specs
and drives
On Wed, 18 Sep 2013 09:19:53 -0700 (PDT) Curt Raymond
curtlud...@yahoo.com wrote:
OK Don will tell you the Passat gets better mileage than the Jetta (its
also less prone to HPFP problems and doesn't go through a filter regen
cycle although it does require DEF), is roomier and overall probably
was gonna do long road trips sure...
-Curt
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Curt wrote:
With a 6.2 you certainly don't have the power you'd get with a
5.7 gasser...
Fmiser wrote:
Actually, you would. A J-code (the one without the EGR) 6.2L
specs and drives very much like a 5.7 (350 cid) gasoline engine.
But fuel mileage is easily 50% better.
the
decision about gas and diesel again.
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Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT: Truck for Jamie
So far north of gas?
I got my aunt
again.
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Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT: Truck for Jamie
So far north of gas?
I got my aunt with this the other day, they have a diesel
As far as I'm concerned the 6.2 is under powered. I've had both
the 6.2 and the 6.5. Both in vans and the 6.5 beats the 6.2 hands
down and they both got right at 20mpg. Mind it's still not great
at pulling but it is better. If you get a Blazer try to find one
with the 6.5 turbo on it. If the
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Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT: Truck for Jamiey
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On Wed, 18 Sep 2013 09:19:53 -0700 (PDT) Curt Raymond
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Whats the difference between C and J? Can you modify a C to a J?
I don't want a 1ton pickup, I guess a 3/4 ton Sub I could live with ;)
-Curt
Date: Wed, 18 Sep 2013 13:14:39 -0500
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Curt wrote:
You're not really looking at the numbers here, you're saying 20
isn't that much more than 15 but it is 33 1/3% after all.
In reality you've made my point again, you've got a 12 year old
truck you've driven 66k, not even 6k a year, you're not a diesel
truck person. A diesel
powered. I've never thought a 5.7 underpowered...
It reinforces my desire for a 6.2 powered Blazer...
-Curt
Date: Wed, 18 Sep 2013 01:08:50 -0500
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around town with a diesel MB to carbon it up...
-Curt
Date: Wed, 18 Sep 2013 15:31:07 -0500
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Curt wrote
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Curt wrote:
With a 6.2 you certainly don't have the power you'd get with a
5.7 gasser...
Fmiser
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Miles are high for a v8 Ford. Not a great deal. Look further south
They probabably cant own guns up there in liberal land. I actually just
aquired 10 more guns yesterday. I have 6 riffles and/or shotguns leaned
up against my bedroom wall next to my bed while I figure out a place to
store them because I have an overflow of guns.
On 9/18/2013 6:13 PM, Gary
don't want a 1ton pickup, I guess a 3/4 ton Sub I could live with ;)
-Curt
Date: Wed, 18 Sep 2013 13:14:39 -0500
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Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT: Truck for Jamie
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Chevy Ford and Dodge are probably less expensive but cost more to
feed. Toyota Tacoma 2wd with the offroad TRD wannabe package 16
wheels would probably do what you want also. My wifes 03 with
4cyl has hauled up to 1500 lbs and pulled a 5x8 enclosed utility
trailer with full load over the
This doesn't belong on this list!
--R
On 9/16/13 9:01 PM, Jaime Kopchinski wrote:
I've decided I want a pick up truck for basic utility. Carrying stuff
around, trips to the home disappointment, etc. And towing around my
utility trailer. Overall, it would get used pretty rarely and I'd
On Tue, 17 Sep 2013 08:13:23 -0700 (PDT) Curt Raymond
curtlud...@yahoo.com wrote:
http://www.frankcoffeyauto.com/1994_Ford_Ford_Milford_NH_174894153.veh
Looks good, and the price is right. Google maps says it's 285 miles from
Trenton, NJ, 4 hours 52 minutes. Sounds like road trip time.
Craig
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