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Well, you should test it out for yourself, then, and report back. :) I've spent too much time/$ doing that myself... I have spreadsheets of data on this, as I used to commute 100 miles daily (for 8 years...).

I haven't found that to be the case, personally. I've used 31 to 33" tires, all same brand/tire (specifically, BFG KO). Going bigger meant less MPG. It just takes more power to move bigger/heavier wheels. I even went bigger but skinny (bought into the expo article that's been circulating for...

Ah, ok. Good to hear Ram made improvements. It would, for sure, make a great overlanding vehicle. One other thing to consider: rear space (if you're going for a crew cab). F150 is the biggest. It's gigantic, with a flat floor. Perfect for your kids plus dog. Not sure on the Ram. Either...

110k miles in 2 years? (or is it 3?). You must drive a lot. What's the crossbar at the back for?

Fullsize Landcruisers have also gone through the squeeze, so should be doable with a fullsize truck (as mentioned above). Move to a 1/2 ton has been great for me as well (2 kids, but no dog). So much space, that it makes long distance trips much less dreadful for the kids (which in turn, makes...

Or in my case, I'll squeeze through a spot (in my old 01 Taco), sweating a bit, then negotiate through some tight turns to the top.....to see a F350 crew cab at the top. :D - By the way, lift and +1 size (33's) should affect the MPG that much. I went from a P rated 32's to LT 33's and lost...

That is a pretty cool feature. Wish I had that. Guess I should be just grateful I have a backup cam. But every time I get in my neighbor's Platinum............

Well, it's not THAT bad. It looks like the approach/dep angles are 25.5/26 degrees. Tacoma has better approach, at 29 deg, but actually falls short on departure, at 23.5 deg. That front dam definitely would need to go. Do a simple Bilstein shock/lift, and you're set. As far as your tight...

C'mon, man! You getting your facts from trump??? :D F150 is only 5" wider. F150: 79.9" Tacoma: 75.2". - I'll have to agree on the approach angle. Well, if off-road capability is lacking, you can just simply do a front level. 33" tires fit at stock height as well. EDIT: Well, now I'm the...

If you feel the need to bring me back a souvenir, please pick me up a DC, flat bed. :) Thanks.

No offense meant, buddy. I don't know much about what's included in your older Ranger. My comment was based on what you get with the FX4, on today's models (F150, specifically). Which is basically "off-road tuned front shocks", a decal, and some plastic "skids". They say rear locker as well...

The F150's are definitely big. After 2 years, I'm still getting used to parking. And that's true with all fullsize trucks. But how much time do you spend parking vs driving the thing??!! Driving/comfort/safety/utility/capacity---it's well worth the hassle of parking 10 more paces away...

They're not bad. When I was shopping for 1/2 ton trucks (all crew cab models), I felt the Sierra had the smallest and F150 had the biggest. Ram was right behind the Sierra. The space is plenty good for couple adults and kids, especially if you're comparing to midsize trucks. But just go sit...

Vans are definitely nice for people and cargo hauling. The wife will love it as she is constantly picking and dropping off kids (ours and neighbors'). Good to hear that the 2WD does ok in the winter. I would imagine the NV would do even better due to its weight(?). But that's just daydream...

Nothing decided yet, but come next year, I might have to do just that. The garage won't comfortably fit a minivan and the truck. So instead of getting rid of her Subaru, I might have to trade the truck in for a minivan (gag) and drive the Sub. If that happens, I'll definitely get a trailer...

Well, on the other hand, too low of miles could mean trouble as well. Seals don't get regularly lubricated, as well as the engine, etc. - I looked around for a low mileage truck as well, before buying mine. But with the gas prices where they're at (and were at 2 years ago), they were almost as...

I was ok with the LC recommendation (or the Gen 1 Sequoia) until this comment. You need the 5.7. Not want--NEED! I had a 100, towed with it, and only a 3-4k lb trailer. It struggled up grades. - If I were in your shoes, I would get an 08+ Sequoia with the 5.7L. It will do what you need...

I've got 2 kids, and no way would I even consider a Cherokee. I would go with a Grand Cherokee, at a minimum (if you were going with a Jeep). They could probably be had for cheaper price as well, and the Pentastar V6 gets good MPG. - I would still vote a Subaru, either a Outback or Forester...

Breathe. Enjoy life. :D One thing I like about this Domestic forum is the light atmosphere. Campfire at midnight type of chat. Unfortunately, you seem way too uptight for that. Sorry, putting you on the ignore list. Have a good one. :)

Well-put, Paddy! :D