I need some constructive feedback. Its obvious we all love Cummins engines, so lets keep impartiality out of it please
I need another dump truck for our company. Needs to be diesel, non-CDL. I have found a used 2001 Dodge 3500 auto 4x4 with 75k and a 9" dumpo and plow. 1 tons are really too small for our business and I don't need a plow, but I love these trucks and the price is good ($23k). Also on my mind are a 2003 F-550 7. 3 with 11k and 4xd4, auto. Better GVW, not a big Ford fan, pricey (38k), but a real nice truck (also has fold down sides on the Crysteel body). Finally, a new Mitsubishi FH. 6 cylinder, less power than both Dodge and Ford, 2 wheel drive, Allison auto, backpak toolbox and non-drop side body, good warranty, excellent reliability, pricey (42k)
I need one that my crew can drive and can tow 15k and last the long haul. I am afraid that the Dodge will plague us with trans and front end issues regardless of how strong the running gear is. However, i can buy a lot of parts for the cost difference. From a business stance, i cannot afford breakdowns, but in the winter the truck will see very little use (we do stone construction and countertops, furniture, etc).
What would you buy and why? I need a truck this week!! and will be trading a 2001 F350 XLT diesel 4x4.
Thank you

I need another dump truck for our company. Needs to be diesel, non-CDL. I have found a used 2001 Dodge 3500 auto 4x4 with 75k and a 9" dumpo and plow. 1 tons are really too small for our business and I don't need a plow, but I love these trucks and the price is good ($23k). Also on my mind are a 2003 F-550 7. 3 with 11k and 4xd4, auto. Better GVW, not a big Ford fan, pricey (38k), but a real nice truck (also has fold down sides on the Crysteel body). Finally, a new Mitsubishi FH. 6 cylinder, less power than both Dodge and Ford, 2 wheel drive, Allison auto, backpak toolbox and non-drop side body, good warranty, excellent reliability, pricey (42k)
I need one that my crew can drive and can tow 15k and last the long haul. I am afraid that the Dodge will plague us with trans and front end issues regardless of how strong the running gear is. However, i can buy a lot of parts for the cost difference. From a business stance, i cannot afford breakdowns, but in the winter the truck will see very little use (we do stone construction and countertops, furniture, etc).
What would you buy and why? I need a truck this week!! and will be trading a 2001 F350 XLT diesel 4x4.
Thank you