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#5 of 26 Ford Newbie Needs Help! by poolzy

Oct 01, 2002 (7:08 am)

I currently own a 2002 Chevrolet 2500HD Crew Cab with the Duramax Diesel engine. I am considering trading this in for a 2003 Ford F250 Super Duty Crew Cab for a number of reasons. One is that my company participates in the Ford X-Plan. The biggest reason is that I like the higher stance that the Fords seem to have over the Chevrolets. My last three trucks were Chevys and, while I have no complaints, it is time for a change perhaps.
 
I like the Crew Cab with the long bed, but I was hoping for some help. Does the Ford, in fact, sit higher than the Chevy? I am looking at the V10 with the 6 speed. Can someone recommend options to get - or avoid? I would appreciate any and all comments that you might have.
 
Thanks.

#6 of 26 More mileage questions by hessdm

Oct 01, 2002 (11:15 am)

I am looking at purchasing an F250 crew cab short bed 4X2 3.73 rear. I do not want diesel, but cannot decide between the 5.4 V8 and the 6.8 V10. Will the truck be "lazy" with the 5.4? Is it possible that even with no load that the 5.4 will be close to the 6.8 in mileage because of the extra burden on the 5.4? I appreciate any feedback you all may have.

#7 of 26 I have V-10 4x4 F-250 Crew Cab by pipesmoker

Oct 01, 2002 (11:35 am)

My V-10 4X4 F-250 has ALL available options with Lariet package - captain seats, back-up sensors, heated seats, in dash six-disc CD, shift on fly, off road package, chrome step bars, etc. etc.
 
The V-10 has power for towing capacity and it is quick on the go not sluggishness like a diesel.
 
Within the city I maintain 11-12 mpg and on the highway I maintain 12-14+ mpg. This mpg is without any towing. I currently have 12,500+ miles.
 
I've had -0- problems with my truck. Be all as this may be, my wife has been giving me grief over this BIG truck not to mention our plans for a fifth-wheel trailer have fallen through like the stock market. As such, I will be placing my beloved truck for sale.
 
Pipesomker - South Alabama

#8 of 26 I have 2002 V-10 4x4 F-250 Crew Cab by pipesmoker

Oct 01, 2002 (11:36 am)

My V-10 4X4 F-250 has ALL available options with Lariet package - captain seats, back-up sensors, heated seats, in dash six-disc CD, shift on fly, off road package, chrome step bars, etc. etc.
 
The V-10 has power for towing capacity and it is quick on the go not sluggishness like a diesel.
 
Within the city I maintain 11-12 mpg and on the highway I maintain 12-14+ mpg. This mpg is without any towing. I currently have 12,500+ miles.
 
I've had -0- problems with my truck. Be all as this may be, my wife has been giving me grief over this BIG truck not to mention our plans for a fifth-wheel trailer have fallen through like the stock market. As such, I will be placing my beloved truck for sale.
 
Pipesomker - South Alabama

#9 of 26 pipesmoker by wpalkowski

Oct 03, 2002 (6:13 am)

My condolences on having to sell your truck. Hard choice.

#10 of 26 poolzy... by cspaulding

Oct 03, 2002 (8:45 am)

We lemoned our Chevy (2000 CC K2500) and went with an F250 crew cab, diesel, lariat pkg, but ended up with a short box to get the other options we wanted. We love it. It does sit higher than the Chev, which is great. Steering is different than the GM's, seems looser, but is okay after you get used to it. We get around 20 mpg (we have about 5200 miles on it). Oil change was wonderful to do yourself, not tucked behind like some of the Chevs. Not much we've found that we don't like - we did go with the split bench and love that compared to the buckets. Best of luck.

#11 of 26 hessdm - mileage questions by fbroom

Oct 05, 2002 (2:23 pm)

I have a 2000 F250 supercab, short bed, 4X2, V10, 3.73 gear, and auto tranny. I must be living right because I average right at 14 mpg with mixed use empty and just over 16 mpg highway. That seems to be slightly higher than most posts I've seen but I've been extremely careful in insuring how I fill the tank and angle of the truck during refill. I decided on the V10 over the V8 due to the significant power difference and minor cost difference. Also keep in mind that the super duty trucks are extremely heavy vehicles and in my opinion I thought the V8 was a little underpowered for the truck. I would rather have too much truck than not enough. I would have considered the diesel had it not been for the $4000 plus price tag. I haven't regretted my decision one second.

#12 of 26 fbroom by wpalkowski

Oct 05, 2002 (4:54 pm)

Not to knock your "living right" hypothesis, but I think your mileage is better because you're a 4x2. The 4x4 mechanicals increase weight of truck by almost 400 pounds, and even when "disengaged" have a higher rolling resistance.

#13 of 26 Need advice on Truck purchase? by billy_blazes

Oct 12, 2002 (8:00 pm)

I am finally going to make the change from car owner to truck owner. I have narrowed my choice down to either a F-150 Super Crew or a F250 Crew Cab. I have family who are car dealers,so I can purchase at auctions. I am planing on spending around 20k. I have seen both of these models in 2001's with the Lariat package in my price range. I will mostly use the vehicle for normal daily driving. I do plan on using the back seat often, to transport my two Girls 12yrs and 2mos (car seat). I do mostly City driving,going to work,dropping the kids off at school,Mcdonald's,Grocery Store,etc. The Truck bed will mostly just be used for the normal home owner, Home Depot runs, and occasionally hauling a motorcycle. I am a big guy at 6 foot 260lbs. So a good comfortable seat is a plus. I have never owned a FORD product before, let alone a Truck. So any advice would be help full.
 
THANX

#14 of 26 Answer is simple.... by obyone

Oct 13, 2002 (9:50 am)

get one of these:

http://www.pickuptruck.com/html/2002/ford/harley/roadtest/page1.html

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