Saying goodbye

Fordman4ever · 09-20-2012, 06:32 PM

Not to you guys/gals, my truck. Rising gas prices and 11/mpg have forced me to sell my baby. I have driven a truck for most of my driving life and now it looks like I wont be driving one for quite some time. I'm gonna miss her but the savings will be well worth it.

Here she is.

Probably gonna get really really drunk this weekend.

Chainsaw13 · 09-20-2012, 06:36 PM

Beauty of a truck Earl.

PCR · 09-20-2012, 06:40 PM

That's rough Earl. Love my truck too. How about a diesel? Better mileage.

N2 GOLD · 09-20-2012, 07:00 PM

Thats a tuff call... I'm sorry from one FORD guy to another...

hammondc · 09-20-2012, 07:06 PM

Ford Ecoboost without the lift and high rolling resistant tires?

Ogre · 09-20-2012, 07:10 PM

I know I would be heartbroken if I had to part with my truck. Condolences brother.

kelmac07 · 09-20-2012, 07:18 PM

Sorry to hear Earl.

omowasu · 09-20-2012, 07:28 PM

Could go to a new Tacoma, Ive heard that they can get up to 26mpg highway with the new DI engine?

cmitch · 09-20-2012, 07:36 PM

My 5.4 liter ford gets 17.5. Go get an ecoboost.

theonlybear4CORT · 09-20-2012, 07:47 PM

please stay ford bro. I have a dyno tuned svt L that gets 17 highway don't give in to jap crap

from Santa Rosa,CA to Fresno,CA I got 17 mpg.

omowasu · 09-20-2012, 08:07 PM

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Originally Posted by theonlybear4CORT

please stay ford bro. I have a dyno tuned svt L that gets 17 highway don't give in to jap crap

from Santa Rosa,CA to Fresno,CA I got 17 mpg.

Im in a Tundra 5.7L now, I manage 15 city and 19 highway. Usually averages around 15.5mpg. I wish Ford still made the Ranger, I really liked that compact truck. Really, for "fuel efficient" pickups, you have limited choices - the Tacoma, the Colorado/Canyon, or the EcoBoost F150.

The Tundra is made in Texas with an American made engine and transmission, and 80% of the other components are American made as well, so I rest pretty easy. I was going to get an F150 when I bought the Tundra, but the dealer wasnt moving on the price.

I like trucks in general, any pickup truck is good with me.

Chainsaw13 · 09-20-2012, 08:55 PM

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Originally Posted by theonlybear4CORT

please stay ford bro. I have a dyno tuned svt L that gets 17 highway don't give in to jap crap

from Santa Rosa,CA to Fresno,CA I got 17 mpg.

I miss my 01 L. Like you, with the tune I could get 17-18 on the highway (on the way to the strip)

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It's too bad Ford didn't invest in the Ranger and update it with the newer engine tech. I could easily see those getting 30 on the highway. But I understand the financial side when they make so much per unit on the F150's and they were getting about the same mileage as the Ranger.

theonlybear4CORT · 09-20-2012, 10:53 PM

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Originally Posted by omowasu

Im in a Tundra 5.7L now, I manage 15 city and 19 highway. Usually averages around 15.5mpg. I wish Ford still made the Ranger, I really liked that compact truck. Really, for "fuel efficient" pickups, you have limited choices - the Tacoma, the Colorado/Canyon, or the EcoBoost F150.

The Tundra is made in Texas with an American made engine and transmission, and 80% of the other components are American made as well, so I rest pretty easy. I was going to get an F150 when I bought the Tundra, but the dealer wasnt moving on the price.

I like trucks in general, any pickup truck is good with me.

Dad has a gen one tundra with the 4.7 and it's good on gas but lacks in power.

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Originally Posted by Chainsaw13

I miss my 01 L. Like you, with the tune I could get 17-18 on the highway (on the way to the strip)

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It's too bad Ford didn't invest in the Ranger and update it with the newer engine tech. I could easily see those getting 30 on the highway. But I understand the financial side when they make so much per unit on the F150's and they were getting about the same mileage as the Ranger.

I have a sonic blue 03 with a 3lb lower and a amazon tune. I'm looking at getting a 97 7.3 diesel in the very near future.

Fordman4ever · 09-20-2012, 08:39 PM

Wish I could afford the new eco boost. not having a car payment is pretty nice. I'm just going to find something I can pay cash for and that gets good mpg.

In the words of Dave Ramsey, "Live like no one else, so that later, you can live like no one else" in other words, sacrifice now so that you can live the way you want to later.

hammondc · 09-20-2012, 09:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Fordman4ever

Wish I could afford the new eco boost. not having a car payment is pretty nice. I'm just going to find something I can pay cash for and that gets good mpg.

In the words of Dave Ramsey, "Live like no one else, so that later, you can live like no one else" in other words, sacrifice now so that you can live the way you want to later.

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Love that guy. My wife and I adopted his strategies years ago. Even though we are young (34&30), we are way ahead of folks 10 or 15 yrs our senior.
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cmitch · 09-20-2012, 09:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Fordman4ever

Wish I could afford the new eco boost. not having a car payment is pretty nice. I'm just going to find something I can pay cash for and that gets good mpg.

In the words of Dave Ramsey, "Live like no one else, so that later, you can live like no one else" in other words, sacrifice now so that you can live the way you want to later.

You are on the right track.

We have 3 vehicles. The 2010 F150, 2005 Mercedes S430 4-matic and a 2002 Mercedes ML320 for catering. Never had payments on any and always buy used. It's a GREAT feeling owing for nothing but your house and, Lord willing, in 5 years, our house will be paid for as well.

maninblack · 09-20-2012, 08:57 PM

Sorry to hear Earl. She's a beauty, even for a Ford.

Big Bert · 09-20-2012, 09:17 PM

Letting go of a car you have grown attached to is rough, I feel your pain and hope you find something you like that wont break the bank

Fordman4ever · 09-20-2012, 11:11 PM

I would love to get a 97 or prior super duty with a 7.3 turbo.

09-21-2012, 12:28 AM

Tough Stuff Earl... I have a Dodge Ram that is the same story... It always hurts loosing a truck you love...

09-20-2012, 06:32 PM	#1
Fordman4ever Redneck driving a ricer!! Join Date: Dec 2010 First Name: Earl Location: A place too cold to smoke outside Posts: 2,508 Trading: (26)	Saying goodbye Not to you guys/gals, my truck. Rising gas prices and 11/mpg have forced me to sell my baby. I have driven a truck for most of my driving life and now it looks like I wont be driving one for quite some time. I'm gonna miss her but the savings will be well worth it. Here she is. Probably gonna get really really drunk this weekend. __________________

09-20-2012, 06:36 PM	#2
Chainsaw13 Møøse bites can be nasty Join Date: Jan 2010 First Name: Bob Location: The Enchanted Mitten Posts: 7,177 Trading: (96)	Re: Saying goodbye Beauty of a truck Earl. __________________ My neighbor came by my house this morning at 2AM, pounding on the door. Good thing I was still up playing the drums.

09-20-2012, 06:40 PM	#3
PCR Maduro! Maduro? Maduro. Join Date: Aug 2010 First Name: Paul Location: NW Washington State Posts: 429 Trading: (6)	Re: Saying goodbye That's rough Earl. Love my truck too. How about a diesel? Better mileage. __________________ "I smoke cigars when I win, to celebrate ... and I smoke cigars when I lose to console myself." -Winston Churchill

09-20-2012, 07:00 PM	#4
N2 GOLD MIND OVER MATTER... Join Date: Feb 2011 First Name: RICO Location: So. CAL 33° 44' 44" N / 117° 52' 0" W Posts: 2,330 Trading: (1)	Re: Saying goodbye Thats a tuff call... I'm sorry from one FORD guy to another... __________________ When I want your opinion, I'll give it to ya.

09-20-2012, 07:06 PM	#5
hammondc Moar Padrons! Join Date: Aug 2010 First Name: Chip Location: Senoia, GA Posts: 2,625 Trading: (17)	Re: Saying goodbye Ford Ecoboost without the lift and high rolling resistant tires?

09-20-2012, 07:10 PM	#6
Ogre **CENSORED** Join Date: Apr 2010 First Name: Larry Location: Central Florida Posts: 12,068 Trading: (46)	Re: Saying goodbye I know I would be heartbroken if I had to part with my truck. Condolences brother. __________________

09-20-2012, 07:18 PM	#7
kelmac07 Resident Maduro Whore!! Join Date: Apr 2009 First Name: Mac Location: Newport News, VA Posts: 27,322 Trading: (218)	Re: Saying goodbye Sorry to hear Earl. __________________ Dom in the MLB thread "I could probably get you to wear a Yankee hat for a Maduro!"

09-20-2012, 07:28 PM	#8
omowasu Fell ROTT Join Date: Jan 2009 First Name: Scott II Location: Chicago Posts: 288 Trading: (3)	Re: Saying goodbye Could go to a new Tacoma, Ive heard that they can get up to 26mpg highway with the new DI engine? __________________ If I had something smart to say, I would definitely put it here.

09-20-2012, 07:36 PM	#9
cmitch Heads up get down Join Date: Oct 2010 First Name: Clayton Location: NW Alabama by the river Posts: 2,720 Trading: (25)	Re: Saying goodbye My 5.4 liter ford gets 17.5. Go get an ecoboost. __________________ No matter what one's status is in society, cigars are the great equalizer where the affluent and common share a love for the leaf. - Me.

09-20-2012, 07:47 PM	#10
theonlybear4CORT RIP Nick Montano Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Mike Location: Santa Rosa Posts: 2,040 Trading: (14)	Re: Saying goodbye please stay ford bro. I have a dyno tuned svt L that gets 17 highway don't give in to jap crap from Santa Rosa,CA to Fresno,CA I got 17 mpg.

09-20-2012, 08:39 PM	#14
Fordman4ever Redneck driving a ricer!! Join Date: Dec 2010 First Name: Earl Location: A place too cold to smoke outside Posts: 2,508 Trading: (26)	Re: Saying goodbye Wish I could afford the new eco boost. not having a car payment is pretty nice. I'm just going to find something I can pay cash for and that gets good mpg. In the words of Dave Ramsey, "Live like no one else, so that later, you can live like no one else" in other words, sacrifice now so that you can live the way you want to later. __________________

09-20-2012, 08:57 PM	#17
maninblack Will smoke for food Join Date: Jan 2010 First Name: Kevin Location: Where the hoot owls f$ck the chickens Posts: 10,637 Trading: (80)	Re: Saying goodbye Sorry to hear Earl. She's a beauty, even for a Ford. __________________ Proud member of the GMCGTPWHAFA

09-20-2012, 09:17 PM	#18
Big Bert Been a long time coming Join Date: May 2012 First Name: Albert Location: Gardena, CA. Posts: 373 Trading: (10)	Re: Saying goodbye Letting go of a car you have grown attached to is rough, I feel your pain and hope you find something you like that wont break the bank __________________ Big Bert Approved

09-20-2012, 11:11 PM	#19
Fordman4ever Redneck driving a ricer!! Join Date: Dec 2010 First Name: Earl Location: A place too cold to smoke outside Posts: 2,508 Trading: (26)	Re: Saying goodbye I would love to get a 97 or prior super duty with a 7.3 turbo. __________________

09-21-2012, 12:28 AM	#20
Robulous78 Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Saying goodbye Tough Stuff Earl... I have a Dodge Ram that is the same story... It always hurts loosing a truck you love...