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I might have to eat a little crow but they're starting to grow on me...

It seems to be more affordable than the Ford or the Toyota for our family at this point, which really is what it's about when you boil it all down.

Prayers sent, from a happy and proud Toyota owner.

Toyotas are going to be in short supply, due to the disasters in Japan, so I doubt their prices will come down any this year, even at the year-end sales, they don't have much inventory to get rid of.
Ford Super Dutys, made here in Louisville, can't get some parts they need from Japan, either, so production has been slowed down somewhat, to keep supply from outstripping demand. That'll keep the prices up, too.

Tzone, you might look at Nissans, they're pretty fair, but with poor mileage, I'd rather drive one of them than a Mexican Dodge, I've had four smaller Nissans without a single headache out of any of them. Mileage is scary with the big ones, though.

I like the Dodges. I have a 95 Dakota with 301,xxx miles and only major repair was a transmission at 220,000. Sitting in the driveway with a load of river rock waiting to be unloaded as I type. Also have a 97 Ram 4x4 that belonged to war department's oldest son that seems solid enough. Like most Dodges I've known though it will need a tranny somewhere in the 200,000 mile range. Neighbor has a Ram 3500 dually diesel that is a really sweet truck.

My wife and I have 2 an 04 Dakota with just over 200k, and an 08 ram with 50k. The infant car seat does not fit very well in the back seat but that is about my only issue. The dakota used to be my wife's vehicle, then she traded my car on the ram, and took over the newer vehicle. Does that happen to anyone else?

I know, I have one now and have ZERO issues with it. It's getting too small for the kids in the back seat. I'm not saying Toyota is out by any means, not by a long shot.

I need a full sized truck. I pull a boat on most nice weekends and load the heck out of it from October through November.

So does mold if ya don't treat it..


I think most vehicles are pretty darn good nowadays.. Your only hit's going to be when/if you trade it in..

But one local guy I've known for 40+ years just bought one and he's very happy with it.. I mean, it ain't no F-150, but it's CLOSE..


Hehehehehee..

Looking new or used? My '99 Dodge Ram 4x4 is doing great with the little old 318/5.2 and the 5-speed manual. Solid truck, nothing special, just comfortable & reliable. I think I'll keep it another ten years.

http://www.ramtrucks.com/en/performance/2011/

http://www.ford.com/trucks/f150/specifications/engine/


Note the mileage difference.. With $4.00 gas, every mile per gallon helps..

I have an '03 1500. Hemi with 98K. No problems so far. I'd do it again.

When I bought a new truck in '08 Ford and Chevy were out of my league, far more expensive than my Ram 2500. I got over $12,000 off since prices were high and with deep discounts at other dealers I still couldn't touch a Ford or Chevy. I get crappy mileage, about 8-9 mpg when I drive in the city. Its been a good truck so far and since I plan on keeping it for awhile I bought the lifetime bumper to bumper warranty.

Wook

I've owned my one and only Dodge truck, Quad Cab 4x4 with a hemi, worst vehicle I've ever owned. I realize any company can have a few issues (looks like 257wby got a good one about the same time I got my lemon) but the lack of customer service all the way to the regional level is why I will never own another.

??? Who's that through?? Gotta be an aftermarket co. If so, best of luck if/when you need it.. And I hope you never do, seriously...

Wook,

I think you misread the warranty.

It's a lifetime bumper and bumper warranty. Not "to".

It covers both the front and rear bumpers for as long as you own the vehicle. No mileage limitations either.

And don't forget better!

Pretty much a wash on the 4x4's comparing V-8's. The Eco-boost is a different animal and would be prefered if I got a Ford.

Not even in the same league. Which is why the price is cheaper on the Dodge.

Save your money, don't buy the new one. Buy a 2-year-old Tundra crewcab; when you hit the 300,000 mile mark, pain-free, you won't feel too bad.