Traded 150 for a 250. And loving it
06-15-2018, 08:24 PM
#11
Dude
I hate you
Seriously
just kidding. You did the right move going to a Superduty. I had no towing issues with my 14 F150, but I hate towing with my 16 as it handles like crap. Mine is optioned for towing with the 3.5 EB and tow package, but it just doesn't cut it like the old one did, so I will be right behind you as soon as I can trade and going for an F350, but with the 6.7 due to the amount of miles I drive. After working the costs of 14 vs 18 MPG between the 6.2 and the 6.7, the diesel comes out ahead by several hundred a year in cost per mile. Going for a use done though so I don't have that huge depreciation for the Diesel. It is also harder to find an optioned as I want 6.2.
I hate you
Seriously
just kidding. You did the right move going to a Superduty. I had no towing issues with my 14 F150, but I hate towing with my 16 as it handles like crap. Mine is optioned for towing with the 3.5 EB and tow package, but it just doesn't cut it like the old one did, so I will be right behind you as soon as I can trade and going for an F350, but with the 6.7 due to the amount of miles I drive. After working the costs of 14 vs 18 MPG between the 6.2 and the 6.7, the diesel comes out ahead by several hundred a year in cost per mile. Going for a use done though so I don't have that huge depreciation for the Diesel. It is also harder to find an optioned as I want 6.2.
06-16-2018, 04:36 PM
#12
Nice truck. I looked at a 2016 F250 gasser w/3.73 axles originally. Almost bought it until I started talking to people about real world mileage. I really wanted it but just couldn't buy it with the low fuel economy.
Since I commute 80 miles a day, I needed something with decent mileage. The F250 was getting around 10 mpg city, 12 mpg mixed and 15 mpg expressway according to owners at rv.net. I couldn't afford to drive it so I went with the F150 and was pleased with it's towing compared to my previous 2010 and 2012 Screw 4WD F150s.
Paired to the Blue Ox Sway Pro, the '16 tows better and more stable than the early 2 F150s. Since the new aluminum F150 is so light, it will get pulled more from a swaying trailer so having a good anti-sway system is important.
Since I commute 80 miles a day, I needed something with decent mileage. The F250 was getting around 10 mpg city, 12 mpg mixed and 15 mpg expressway according to owners at rv.net. I couldn't afford to drive it so I went with the F150 and was pleased with it's towing compared to my previous 2010 and 2012 Screw 4WD F150s.
Paired to the Blue Ox Sway Pro, the '16 tows better and more stable than the early 2 F150s. Since the new aluminum F150 is so light, it will get pulled more from a swaying trailer so having a good anti-sway system is important.
Last edited by Mike Up; 06-16-2018 at 04:38 PM.
06-17-2018, 03:18 PM
#13
I already know what I am looking for, either a used 16-17 Platinum F350, or a RWD F150 Platinum max Tow. It comes down to price, best price wins. If I can find the Unicorn, for $50K, that will be the one, or the F350 for $45K, that will be the one. To make the F350 viable it needs to be around $45k to offset the difference in fuel costs and maintenance compared to the F150. I have a budget, and want to stick to it even if I can afford to pay more than I currently do.
A Platinum F150 that I spec'd out can handle my current trailer and a few upgraded ones I have looked at, just like the 14 Lariat I had did. An F250 Diesel can do the same, but does put the same limitation on upgrading the trailer, where the F350 gives me a much larger margin for trailers, including going 5th wheel, where the Powerstroke F250 cannot.
I would prefer a 17 F350, but that will be a tough one to find in my price range, but you never know, one might just pop up.
A Platinum F150 that I spec'd out can handle my current trailer and a few upgraded ones I have looked at, just like the 14 Lariat I had did. An F250 Diesel can do the same, but does put the same limitation on upgrading the trailer, where the F350 gives me a much larger margin for trailers, including going 5th wheel, where the Powerstroke F250 cannot.
I would prefer a 17 F350, but that will be a tough one to find in my price range, but you never know, one might just pop up.
06-20-2018, 10:46 PM
#14
Man that is one sexy beast. I too am curious to know your numbers so if and when you get a chance, could you post your door jamb sticker both the payload and axel rating? One day for sure I'll own a SD, one day....sigh....
06-20-2018, 11:13 PM
#16
Only 500 miles on it now. Ranging 12- 14.5 mixed. Drive 45 miles one way with cruise set at 65 and was getting 14.5. All per the computer. Haven't done it by hand yet.
My EB was getting 17 mixed.
My EB was getting 17 mixed.
06-20-2018, 11:17 PM
#17
Haha. I get it, truly.
i have wanted a super duty since I was 10 years old. I'm 45!
I have a thing for marker lights on the roof too, always wanted a truck like this.
I've had several F150's and a Lincoln half ton. But never an SD
i have wanted a super duty since I was 10 years old. I'm 45!
I have a thing for marker lights on the roof too, always wanted a truck like this.
I've had several F150's and a Lincoln half ton. But never an SD
Dude
I hate you
Seriously
just kidding. You did the right move going to a Superduty. I had no towing issues with my 14 F150, but I hate towing with my 16 as it handles like crap. Mine is optioned for towing with the 3.5 EB and tow package, but it just doesn't cut it like the old one did, so I will be right behind you as soon as I can trade and going for an F350, but with the 6.7 due to the amount of miles I drive. After working the costs of 14 vs 18 MPG between the 6.2 and the 6.7, the diesel comes out ahead by several hundred a year in cost per mile. Going for a use done though so I don't have that huge depreciation for the Diesel. It is also harder to find an optioned as I want 6.2.
I hate you
Seriously
just kidding. You did the right move going to a Superduty. I had no towing issues with my 14 F150, but I hate towing with my 16 as it handles like crap. Mine is optioned for towing with the 3.5 EB and tow package, but it just doesn't cut it like the old one did, so I will be right behind you as soon as I can trade and going for an F350, but with the 6.7 due to the amount of miles I drive. After working the costs of 14 vs 18 MPG between the 6.2 and the 6.7, the diesel comes out ahead by several hundred a year in cost per mile. Going for a use done though so I don't have that huge depreciation for the Diesel. It is also harder to find an optioned as I want 6.2.
06-20-2018, 11:18 PM
#18
Here's the stickers from the jam. Hope they show up ok
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