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I don't think anyone said to not buy a GM. Rich is plenty old enough to make his own decisions. I personally have no dog in this race but I enjoy the topic and haven't looked at new half ton trucks in a while. I was shocked to see that Toyota offered a longer bed with the crewmax cab. Turns out, it's only offered in the newest body style. Also learned that the 5.0 Ford trucks hold value way over the ecoboost models. I learned that Ram trucks will be offering the Hemi again too! Lots of learning going on here. Times change and so does demand.
 
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giles said:
I don't think anyone said to not buy a GM. Rich is plenty old enough to make his own decisions. I personally have no dog in this race but I enjoy the topic and haven't looked at new half ton trucks in a while. I was shocked to see that Toyota offered a longer bed with the crewmax cab. Turns out, it's only offered in the newest body style. Also learned that the 5.0 Ford trucks hold value way over the ecoboost models. I learned that Ram trucks will be offering the Hemi again too! Lots of learning going on here. Times change and so does demand.
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Lol, I did! The old enough man wouldnt have created a thread if he didnt want info to help with his decision. If i was looking at a 1/2 ton, it wouldn't be GM. For what he's looking for, Yota is the best fit IMO, similar to others in his age and truck use application bracket.
 
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5Cent said:
Lol, I did! The old enough man wouldnt have created a thread if he didnt want info to help with his decision. If i was looking at a 1/2 ton, it wouldn't be GM. For what he's looking for, Yota is the best fit IMO, similar to others in his age and truck use application bracket.
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I understand now. I read it as condescending. You are well known for defending GM! 🤣

I do agree, if I was looking for a brand new half ton truck, it would be a Toyota or Ford.
 
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WHOA WHOA... WHATS THIS OLD MAN SHIT ??? I may be the oldest on the site at 75 ( this Nov. ) BUT... I still am getting around ok... Just to clear things up I'm not taking it offensive.... Ok... Now that we've cleared that up, back to the matter in hand... I appreciate all the opinions and comments... Let's face it every auto manufacturer has issues from time to time... They all produce lemons... I've never owned a GM vehicle but my son has a Chevy Silverado that he's had ZERO issues with and truck is great... My brother has a GMC Yukon from the early 2000's that he's had ZERO issues with... So it's a crap shoot as what to buy... I'm 6' 3" 225 lbs. so hip, head and shoulder room is important, this a full size truck comes into play... Dave seems to be the auto guru around here so I take his input serious and appreciate it... Gonna just have to take a day and hit all the dealer ships and see what floats my boat... Oh... And resale value is not an issue... REMEMBER IM OLD AND OVER THE HILL....:ROFLMAO:
 
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giles said:
That early 2000's era GM trucks are beast. I've been keeping my eyes out for a low miles one. That is what was in NJ a few weeks back.
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My brothers is an SUV... He maybe had a brake job once... I'm driving around a lot and will keep an eye out for a GMC pickup for ya..
 
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Fletch said:
WHOA WHOA... WHATS THIS OLD MAN SHIT ??? I may be the oldest on the site at 75 ( this Nov. ) BUT... I still am getting around ok... Just to clear things up I'm not taking it offensive.... Ok... Now that we've cleared that up, back to the matter in hand... I appreciate all the opinions and comments... Let's face it every auto manufacturer has issues from time to time... They all produce lemons... I've never owned a GM vehicle but my son has a Chevy Silverado that he's had ZERO issues with and truck is great... My brother has a GMC Yukon from the early 2000's that he's had ZERO issues with... So it's a crap shoot as what to buy... I'm 6' 3" 225 lbs. so hip, head and shoulder room is important, this a full size truck comes into play... Dave seems to be the auto guru around here so I take his input serious and appreciate it... Gonna just have to take a day and hit all the dealer ships and see what floats my boat... Oh... And resale value is not an issue... REMEMBER IM OLD AND OVER THE HILL....:ROFLMAO:
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Any issues climbing in and out at 74? You're plenty tall enough, but mobility/ground clearance maybe a big factor to consider. Sure running boards will help, but I've seen those be a bigger issue for slipping, tripping, missing step than just being able to comfortably climb into the cab.
 
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Any issues climbing in and out at 74? You're plenty tall enough, but mobility/ground clearance maybe a big factor to consider. Sure running boards will help, but I've seen those be a bigger issue for slipping, tripping, missing step than just being able to comfortably climb into the cab.
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Nope... I get in and out pretty good for an old fart... Thank God that for my age I'm in pretty good shape... Not as agile as 10 years ago, but I still hang my own stands, lug bait in for the twins bear hunt... But as we all know that can change in a heart beat...
 
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I have a work Chevy,hunting Chevy and a trailer pulling Chevy very happy with all of them! It's like anything find what you like and go with it. They are all good trucks if you take care of them. Parts are going to ware out or break with any of them it's part of it the way I see it. One more thing. Trucks have eight foot beds the rest are just over sized SUVs. 😁😂
 
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In my situation I can step on the tire and step over the side of the bed rail. Or if at home I have a 2 step ladder that works well.
They do sell a fold out step that bolts to the rear bumper bracket that you can stow when not in use.
 
Now there's an issue... Freaking getting in and out of the bed... The other day I was loading some shit in the bed and grabbed a paint can to step on...
 
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Old men have to keep one of those folding steps stools in the bed. The ones women use to reach the top shelf in the kitchen. You do have a nice truck Dave for a Ford! Did I just type that 😂🤣
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You used the step. It's handy as could be!

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That's just the step. There is a grab bar that comes out too. I'm pretty sure they offer that tailgate with the F150.
 
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Damn, I guess I sound like a Ford guy now. My dad is probably digging his way out right now! Lol

I've owned them all. These newer Ford's have some nice options for how I use a truck.
 
That is definitely a handy way to store a step. Ram's don't have much help when it comes to that, all aftermarket from what I've found.
 
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