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Old Mar 22, 2017 | 10:56 PM
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Hello everyone,
Looking to get back into a truck possibly. In pure research mode right now. I have driven a 2.7 ecoboost xlt sport, and a ram with the hemi. I have to say I was impressed with the 2.7 but not sure i'd be happy with it overall. Can I get impressions of the 2.7 vs. the 3.5 vs the 5.0? Pros and cons (other than mpg) of each?

Also, Chrysler products are in the tank in the name of reliability. How does the F150 do in that area, and does anyone have any info on how it stacks up in the area of resale?

Thanks in advance. The only other truck I've ever owned was an 04 Nissan Titan. I loved that truck, but had to get rid of it after 3 years due to some financial changes in my life. I'm pretty sad about how much more expensive these trucks are now compared to just 13 years ago.
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Old Mar 23, 2017 | 03:06 AM
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Welcome to the forum !
Lots of info here to read.
Post a pic of the truck when you decide
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Old Mar 23, 2017 | 03:59 PM
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If you can drive a 3.5 and not lust for one, you don't want a pickup. I hear ya on the cost of these things. Good luck with your research.
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Old Mar 23, 2017 | 04:43 PM
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Old Mar 23, 2017 | 05:07 PM
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Welcome and good luck on getting your questions answered

This may help but is 2016 info.


2016 Truck Buying Guide
https://www.edmunds.com/truck/buying...uty-pod-anchor
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Old Mar 23, 2017 | 08:23 PM
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Originally Posted by Scharft
Welcome and good luck on getting your questions answered

This may help but is 2016 info.


2016 Truck Buying Guide
https://www.edmunds.com/truck/buying...uty-pod-anchor
That article is interesting. I'm surprised the Rams did as well as they did based on what I've heard. The Ford of course got great marks, but they really are pulling for the Ram 1500 as the all around truck.
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Old Mar 23, 2017 | 08:48 PM
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I've had both and will state the service is much better with Ford hands down, now that's with stating that's only my experience.
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Old Mar 23, 2017 | 10:09 PM
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Originally Posted by Scharft
I've had both and will state the service is much better with Ford hands down, now that's with stating that's only my experience.
I currently have a Chrysler product that had some warranty issues, and I will agree to the point that chyrsler service is pretty terrible. took months to get things set right. That is one of the factors against the Ram for me.
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Old Mar 24, 2017 | 02:13 PM
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Since you drove a 2.7, I would suggest driving the other two and see what you think.
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Old Mar 24, 2017 | 02:31 PM
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Originally Posted by BCMIF150
Since you drove a 2.7, I would suggest driving the other two and see what you think.
It is set up! driving a 5.0 and a 3.5 Saturday. I actually found a truck on the ford lot I really like. lightning blue supercab xlt 4x4 with the 302A package and sport package. it's the 5.0. Dealer said I could also drive a 3.5.
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