Not saying that all brands don't have some problems, but if you are looking for a long lasting hard towing diesel, you better give the Dodge Cummins a look. The big 3 usually keep it pretty close on the HP an TQ competition, but neither Ford nor Chevy can claim to have the longevity of the Cummins. I think the average overhaul on a Cummins usually runs at about 300,000 miles. Granted, the Dodge doesn't seem to have as good of an auto tranny as the others, and they are not quite as "comfortable" as some would like. But I say if you want a car like ride, buy a caddy. If you want a working truck, buy a cummins.
Plus, you just can't beat the sound of a straightpiped Cummins. :lol:
I had a 2001 3/4 ton 4x4 6 speed and was very pleased with it. Sold it to my brother who loves it also.
Now I have a 2005, 1 ton, 4x4, 6 speed and I love it even more than my old one. I have driven my buddies' Fords, and they are OK, but I wouldn't say they are built any heavier, or drive any better, and they definately don't pull any better than either of my Dodges have.
All that being said, I have no affiliation with Dodge or Cummins, I promise.
If you are seriously looking at a Dodge, PM me, I can set you up with a guy in St Louis who will sell you one
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