Explorerinil
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We bought a 1 year old preimier with every option including black 22 inch rims and gm rubber floor kit with 10k for 52... we went used due to how much you can save vs new, that same Tahoe new we specd out was 68k.
Most affordable, fuel efficient 4x4 set up
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Explorerinil
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Wow I didn’t know they were that high, around here I can get a Nissan cummins for 40k or sometimes less... I don’t think they are selling many of them.
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Deleted member 9101
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The N/A V6 isn't a bad motor, and it makes more power than the V8's in previous generations, but it truly nukes the resale value.
I'd go for the 2.7 or the 5.0. When paired with the 10 speed they are both great motors.
You can get a 36 gallon tank with the F150 and a whole slew of gear ratios.
Rove Adventures
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What only $40000 down there, I wish, apparently were getting ripped off up here lol
Rove Adventures
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Yeah maybe I will check out the 5.0 as well!, kind of want to stay away from the eco boost engines as you have to put premium gas in them? Which up here is about 10 cents to 15 cents more a liter then regular gas
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The EcoBoost run just fine off of 87 octane. Unless you are pulling a heavy trailer or wanting to crank up the boost and make more power you don't need premium fuel. I only run it when I pull a camper that's right at my tow rating.
Also, the 2.7 EcoBoost gets better fuel economy than the N/A V6...lol.
Rove Adventures
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Thanks! Maybe I will have to look into that bit more as well!
Highlander
The Strong, Silent Type
What I have noticed is that the f150 is sort of a disfavored truck among the overlanders.
I wonder why?
I wonder why?
Because it isn’t exotic. Probably more of them on the roads than any thing else
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CampStewart
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Would the OP consider a small trailer? You could store your gear in there all the time and get by with a much smaller vehicle than what is being discussed.
Buliwyf
Viking with a Hammer
I recommend that you in depth evaluate your fuel economy needs. I drive to Key Largo from Ohio to go diving. Fuel cost isn't an issue. I think I tip more money, than what I spend on fuel. Many people over value fuel economy woes, and end up miserable in a too small truck, or the wrong camper. Down payments to switch vehicles eats up years of fuel savings.
Also evaluate exactly what kind of sleeping? Slide in camper? Simple shell? RTT? I want AC and heat, so a hard side camper is the way for me to go. That's instant 250/2500 territory, even for little ''1/2 ton specific'' campers. I'll likely be stuck in a ground tent for years to come though.
The Ford 6.2 can get decent mileage with the little xl wheels and tires. 37" tires, obviously cost more to roll.
As for fuel octane requirements, and the ecoboost............the Ford 6.2 and Dodge prefer higher octane fuels as well, if you want the power output your window sticker listed.
Also evaluate exactly what kind of sleeping? Slide in camper? Simple shell? RTT? I want AC and heat, so a hard side camper is the way for me to go. That's instant 250/2500 territory, even for little ''1/2 ton specific'' campers. I'll likely be stuck in a ground tent for years to come though.
The Ford 6.2 can get decent mileage with the little xl wheels and tires. 37" tires, obviously cost more to roll.
As for fuel octane requirements, and the ecoboost............the Ford 6.2 and Dodge prefer higher octane fuels as well, if you want the power output your window sticker listed.
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Explorerinil
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I think it’s because they are light duty, just like you don’t see allot of any other make half tons, if your going the truck route, hauling allot of gear and turning larger tires, your better off with a 3/4 ton on up.
Highlander
The Strong, Silent Type
I don’t think they look down on the f150 just because of its size and proportions, the tundra is the same size, I think it’s not “cool” enough. And it has got history of poor quality... an f150 xtl would be a good trim to look into. It’s not too utilitarian and nether too fancy.
Subaru Outback is a good vehicle, but you will end up in a situation where having a low range gear may be crucial.
I have done 12 k miles around the country, including the dirt roads of the west, in my Saab wagon but I realized that not only a high clearance is important, also and an adequate gearing matters too.
Subaru Outback is a good vehicle, but you will end up in a situation where having a low range gear may be crucial.
I have done 12 k miles around the country, including the dirt roads of the west, in my Saab wagon but I realized that not only a high clearance is important, also and an adequate gearing matters too.
As fellow albertian here who spends much to much time on Kijiji you just can’t touch the Fords right now on pricing. I’ve got both a 3.5 and a 5l super cab in my favourites for 33k and 32.5k respectively. Both with the 136l tank and the rear locker. Both 2018s new on the lot. Once in a while a tundra will come up just under 40 if you watch. Maybe waiting for “red tag days” or a special. Tacoma’s are 43~, gmc/ Chevy are 37+ by the time they have a 5.3l and the 2019 are a new model at damn near 50k. Same with Ram. You will be real tight getting a heavy duty into your parkade, and getting one new under 40k might be a dream. Nice but sure not cheap. Jeeps are 60k by the time rubicon is on the hood.
Also a colour matched canopy/ topper with a queen mattress make for a decent sleep. Let’s call that 2500$. So still a couple thousand under 40. There’s a reason f150 is Canada’s most popular selling vehicle. Cheap like borsch.
Also a colour matched canopy/ topper with a queen mattress make for a decent sleep. Let’s call that 2500$. So still a couple thousand under 40. There’s a reason f150 is Canada’s most popular selling vehicle. Cheap like borsch.