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RE: Walmart overnighting yes or no?
I won't repsond to any specific posts and I'm a little surprised of those that might think are harsh and/or personal comments in my above posts. I was only hoping to make folks consider some of their past decisions which are mostly limited and expressed in these WM threads.
Also I find it interesting that folks seem to have missed that I including a lot of qualifiers/caveats in my posts ...
1st post: "I know personally", "I highly doubt", and "IMO"
2nd post: "I personally think", "What I woiuld call", and "sense to
me"
3rd post: "best answers I have seen, but with the caveats I posted in my post above'
4th post: "sorry I think", and the two "IMOs"
5th post: "probably pushing beyond what IMO", "My suggestion" and finally "Sorry, but I think I'm about done and if all my rants aren't deleted please excuse my indulgence here on this subject."
FWIW
From Webster's
Rant -
1: to talk in a noisy, excited, or declamatory manner
2: to scold vehemently
neither of which I feel I did w/o appropriate qualifers/caveats.
It's obviously up to each individual, but even professional drivers must obey strict driving times with manatory "down times" with stirct federally mandated limits HERE and HERE and hope folks would take these into consideration. As non professional drivers, with rigs probably requiring more attention to detail I think even those limits are too generous for us, but that again as all other posts here are just our personal opinions.
Here are the basic limits as I read them
May drive a maximum of 11 hours after 10 consecutive hours off duty.
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May not drive beyond the 14th consecutive hour after coming on duty, following 10 consecutive hours off duty. Off-duty time does not extend the 14-hour period. .
Larry
wow...more pompous commentary..,
after dozens of DOT safety meetings, over 2 million miles of commercial and OTR driving experience under both the 10 hour and 11 hour driving day regulations and a 10 year stint as a CDL trainer, I believe I know a bit about driving...trucks for hire and my RV...but thanks anyway...
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04/22/12 05:58pm |
General RVing Issues
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RE: Ford F-350 6.7L Dually 4x4 or Chevy 3500 LTZ 6.6 L
...and a warranty
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04/22/12 05:46pm |
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RE: New to Toy Haulers advice needed
I recommend a visit to the Heartland Owners Forum. Here's the link:
Heartland Owners Forum
Look at both the Cyclone and Road Warrior sections. The brand manger visits them daily and answers questions personally. He posted a large list of differences in construction that will answer most of your questions.
Heartland equals a great product with great customer service and an Owners Group second to none
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04/22/12 06:37am |
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RE: Just drove the new F350 home
Congrats on the new truck...someone wrote somewhere that the PM22A is available at dieselfiltersonline...but not in gallons... funny thing...dealers are selling out of the additive...too bad Ford will not just eliminate the need for it...
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04/20/12 10:35pm |
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RE: Ford F-350 6.7L Dually 4x4 or Chevy 3500 LTZ 6.6 L
While I am not in the market right now sounds like I need to take a hard look at the Ram. My prior impression has been Dodge is not rugged enough for use as a work truck. The Ford is still the toughest of the bunch in terms of abuse and durability. Too bad they still have reliability and warranty issues I like my Chevy but it is not a rugged as the Ford.
I consider Dodge even more fragile, maybe I'm wrong about that!
Two things, first what do most hot shoters drive? Second how many GM or Ford trucks out there with over 500,000 miles on them still working vs Dodges?
Tell us how many?
chevman
I doubt you could find more than a handful of people who buy a new truck with the intention of putting more than 200,000 miles on it let alone 500,000 and I wouldn't pay an extra dollar for an engine that is good to a 1000,000 miles over one that is good to 500,000. I will probably be replacing my truck before it hits 60,000 miles. I have no regrets having bought my first Ford. GM will have to do allot of improvements to the cab before I buy another GM.
I'd buy the SRW unless you plan on pulling a 5'ver that is heavier than 16,000 lbs.
That's cool that you can buy a new truck every 60 thou; most can't do that.
Some say you will come up about 25K short on a new HPFP if you take your truck to 60K :E If true that can get expensive.
I don't think it costs a whole lot more per year to replace a truck every 2 or 3 years than it does to replace it every 5 or 6 years. As far as the HPFP goes I do see that they can fail but I am sure not going to worry about it as I suspect it's very very unlikely that it will fail and then if it does fail I would imagine my dealership will fix it under warranty and if they don't fix it I guess I will.
The most accurate word in this post is "imagine"...and if the huge bill is handed to you, I believe you will sing a different tune...easy to talk when it has not affected you...yet
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04/20/12 10:31pm |
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RE: Ford F-350 6.7L Dually 4x4 or Chevy 3500 LTZ 6.6 L
Let me clear up some confusion among a few posters. My statement about my driveway is absolutely true. This driveway has never seen a different brand than Ford. Those of you who want to throw a past statement or two about my GM past in my face need to remember the entire story...something about a new girl in my life and she came with a "Z" plan...and a driveway...:B:B:B...and the driveway has not let us down like Ford...
If GM would deliver the new larger cab HD pickup in 2013 MY, I would be inclined to trade for the GM. I understand the fact that the GM uses the Bosch CP4 pump...but they warranty their failures.
Seeing that the 2012 Dodge cab/chassis already uses the DEF injection with the Bosch CP3 pump, why would they switch to the problematic CP4?
I also have to ask where anyone has asked any of the manufacturers to warranty HPFP's damaged by improper fueling with gasoline or accidentally putting DEF in the diesel tank? This nonsensical position is a red herring defense used by the Blue Koolaid bunch to hide the truth about Ford's deplorable warranty policy. As to water induced failures, Ford has created this ugly scene by doing exactly the opposite of what all the other manufacturer's who use the Bosch CP4 are doing...the other brands fix the HPFP under warranty without a hassle...Ford sticks it to the customer...
Shame on Ford
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04/20/12 10:27pm |
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RE: Ford F-350 6.7L Dually 4x4 or Chevy 3500 LTZ 6.6 L
http://i.istockimg.com/file_thumbview_approve/2628070/2/stock-photo-2628070-bucket-of-popcorn.jpg
Can I have some of that before this one gets locked up.
I swear, you'd think we were talking about people's mamas on here,
...and I am tring to understand the problem...I am agreeing with Donn about the quality and performance of the Dodge...just do not like the non-DEF emissions...TEHO
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04/20/12 04:36pm |
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RE: Walmart overnighting yes or no?
All these comments about "camping" at WalMart. I have reread the OP's question and he clearly says nothing about "camping", only "overnighting".
I never "camp" at either WalMart or Cracker Barrel. I only "overnight". I ask the shift supervisor or security about their policy. I have never been turned away from either unless municipal ordinances prohibit. I, too, am still a working man. I leave late on Friday afternoon and drive until I am tired. I do not need camping facilities...only parking space. I see no harm in staying at places like WalMart or Cracker Barrel when it is permissible by them.
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04/20/12 04:18pm |
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RE: Ford F-350 6.7L Dually 4x4 or Chevy 3500 LTZ 6.6 L
Sill refusing to tell us how great your fuel economy is I see. Hummm makes me wonder. BTW I have seen 11.5 towing 13,500 pounds of fiver to the coast. Whats your real numbers?
hummm...I am beginning to wonder about your ability to comprehend what you read...I have never hid from my real numbers. They have been posted here since the first trip with the truck almost two years ago.
Here is my recent post from the currently running Gas mileage on a F250 thread:
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The 6.7 Ford fuel mileage is very dependent on driving speeds. Under ideal conditions I have seen 21.5 mpg on the freeway at 65 mph. Upping the speed causes an immediate drop in mileage.
Under normal driving conditions,not towing, I get 17 to 18 city and 19 t0 20 highway. Towing, I see 11 to 13 pulling 13000 pounds of Big Horn. Speed is again a big factor in the numbers.
I also get about 35,000 MPHPFP...
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Here is the link to that thread:
F250 mileage thread
I think it is post 7
That's about all the help I can give you. You will have to read it and comprehend...Good Luck
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04/20/12 03:59pm |
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RE: Ford F-350 6.7L Dually 4x4 or Chevy 3500 LTZ 6.6 L
Lots of mis information about Dodge here so far. But since you did not ask about Dodge I will not comment on those false stories. Ford and GM both use DEF injection to aid in reducing emissions. It is an added cost. And reliability so far is still an unproven item. Drive them both and decide which one YOU actually preferr. That is the only way you will know which one you want.
donn
I must say that in spite of published data that proves that DEF injection actually lowers overall operating costs, you are a persistent holdout for the old technology.
Dodge consistently falls 2 or 3 MPG short on the many different shootouts performed by the media types. The lack of DEF emissions controls contributes a large part of that MPG difference. Much more frequent hot side EGR activity not only lowers fuel mileage, it also creates substantial quantities of soot. This soot is deposited in the DPF where it eventually has to be burned off using additional diesel fuel in the process. These DPF events occur at far more frequent intervals than the DEF equipped GM or Ford.
DEF technology is hardly new stuff. It has been around for many years. It has proven to be effective and reliable while allowing finer tuning for better fuel economy. The engineers I spoke with at the auto show admitted that the Dodge needed some emissions and fuel economy help...and DEF was the likely solution. I hope they go that route...it will put a Dodge in my driveway...
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Ok where EXACTLY, did I misrepresent Ford or GM in my comments you quoted?
DEF IS an added cost.
Based on many of the comments it appears that the technology in both Ford and GM is/has not proven to be as reliable as predicted.
About the fallacy of 2-3 MPG improvements? I just don't see that either. Most people that have so far reported the real world MPG numbers are reporting almost identical numbers to those that I have posted numerous times.
Go hug your Ford and when you have to fork over 10 grand to fix a system Ford refuses to warrant, or God forbid you accidentally dump your precious DEF in the fuel tank and suck a motor don't come back here crying about it.
Facts is facts. I never said the Dodge system is superior, I have said there is no added DEF system that must be maintained or repaired out of warranty. At least with my Dodge the emission systems could fall off fairly easily and the truck will still merrily be going down the road. Can't say the same for Ford or GM.
BTW tell us how superior your fuel mileage is both towing and non towing. And I mean hand calculated not the lie o meter numbers.
Donn, Donn, Donn...temper...temper...chill out
First, I did not say you misrepresented anything...but the facts prove that the cost of the DEF product is more than offset by the increased fuel economy and the resulting real dollar savings at the pump. DEF product cost is less than .2 cents per mile. Using current pricing for diesel, the cost savings per mile on the 2 mpg better economy calculates to over 3 cents per mile.
A good example of how DEF emissions will help performance and fuel economy can be found rather close to your heart. Just look at how close the DEF equipped Dodge Long Hauler performed over the same course as the other three ran earlier this model year. Detuned by 60 horsepower and somewhere around 50 lb ft of torque, it had nearly identical performance to the 3500 Dually Dodge.
100,000 miles, the emissions warranty coverage for all engines, will save $3000 in fuel costs. I will say that the maintenance on the DEF system is likely to cost significantly less than that amount.
The magazines and the internet rags have all done testing of the three trucks. They consistently show 10% less fuel economy with the Dodge. Owners of 2011 and 2012 GM and Ford trucks do report better fuel economy numbers than Dodge owners. Also, the fuel computer on the Ford is very accurate. I have been comparing mine for almost 50,000 miles now. It is always within a 1/2 gallon or so from actual fill up quantity...so much for the lie-o-meter comment
In your little tantrum, you mentioned the Ford fuel system and a $10,000 bill...and told me to go hug my Ford. I know you can read so you certainly are aware of my huge fight with Ford over their warranty policy and the general mistreatment of their loyal customers. I do not shill for Ford...in fact. a DEF equipped Dodge will be in my driveway if they are smart enough to build it...I hope it is built good enough so the exhaust parts do not fall off...:B
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04/20/12 01:58pm |
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RE: Ford F-350 6.7L Dually 4x4 or Chevy 3500 LTZ 6.6 L
Only area the GM doesn't beat the Ford in is the back seat size. But that will change next year too.
Mav
Mav
Are you referencing the 2013 model year or 2014? GM would be back on my list if they come out with the new large cab for 2013....
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04/20/12 09:32am |
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RE: Ford F-350 6.7L Dually 4x4 or Chevy 3500 LTZ 6.6 L
Lots of mis information about Dodge here so far. But since you did not ask about Dodge I will not comment on those false stories. Ford and GM both use DEF injection to aid in reducing emissions. It is an added cost. And reliability so far is still an unproven item. Drive them both and decide which one YOU actually preferr. That is the only way you will know which one you want.
donn
I must say that in spite of published data that proves that DEF injection actually lowers overall operating costs, you are a persistent holdout for the old technology.
Dodge consistently falls 2 or 3 MPG short on the many different shootouts performed by the media types. The lack of DEF emissions controls contributes a large part of that MPG difference. Much more frequent hot side EGR activity not only lowers fuel mileage, it also creates substantial quantities of soot. This soot is deposited in the DPF where it eventually has to be burned off using additional diesel fuel in the process. These DPF events occur at far more frequent intervals than the DEF equipped GM or Ford.
DEF technology is hardly new stuff. It has been around for many years. It has proven to be effective and reliable while allowing finer tuning for better fuel economy. The engineers I spoke with at the auto show admitted that the Dodge needed some emissions and fuel economy help...and DEF was the likely solution. I hope they go that route...it will put a Dodge in my driveway...
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04/20/12 09:15am |
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RE: Gas Mileage 2012 Ford F350 Dually Diesel 6.7L
The 6.7 Ford fuel mileage is very dependent on driving speeds. Under ideal conditions I have seen 21.5 mpg on the freeway at 65 mph. Upping the speed causes an immediate drop in mileage.
Under normal driving conditions,not towing, I get 17 to 18 city and 19 t0 20 highway. Towing, I see 11 to 13 pulling 13000 pounds of Big Horn. Speed is again a big factor in the numbers.
I also get about 35,000 MPHPFP...:E
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04/20/12 06:26am |
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RE: Ford F-350 6.7L Dually 4x4 or Chevy 3500 LTZ 6.6 L
For 35 years, my driveway has never had any other vehicle but a Ford parked in it. Right now there is a 2002 F150 SuperCrew, a 2011 F150 EcoBoost SuperCrew and my 2011 F350 6.7 SuperDuty sitting there. Is there a bit of Ford loyalty showing here? After my 6 week battle with Ford over HPFP warranty denial and the resulting $10,030 repair, another brand will be residing there soon.Cross brand loyalty and customer appreciation off the list for reasons to buy a Ford.
Like the dog said, check out the brands. For me, GM's smaller crew cab is a deal breaker. After having the room and comfort that I have enjoyed to date, I just do not want to be cramped...and, yes, as I look to the future, I have driven the GM. It appears the new large cab GM's are not arriving until 2014.
The Dodge is a sweet truck. Lot's of room and a deluxe interior. I never thought I would ever speak so nicely about the Dodge...but... no DEF emissions control is a deal breaker. The Dodge cab/chassis has DEF now. Hopefully, the pickups will get this important performance feature in 2013. If it does, a new Dodge 3500 Dually Laramie Limited will take a spot in my driveway...
Shame on Ford
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04/20/12 06:15am |
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RE: Any experience with Heartland Torque TH FW (301)?
The Torque line is the newest toyhauler brand for Heartland. Not too many out there yet...but it is a Heartland... excellent company with a great reputation for taking care of their customers.
Visit the Heartland Owners group. Lots of good info there:
Heartland Owners Group
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04/17/12 04:49pm |
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RE: Read The New 1 Ton Truck Test From Motor Trend
...because 2010 is not 2012 or 2013...I had a long visit with the Dodge truck boy's at the Detroit Auto Show. The topic of discussion was whether Dodge would begin using DEF treatment for lower NOX emissions. They were a bit coy at first until I brought up the expiration of emissions credits issue.
I am not totally up to speed on the exact particulars as to how Dodge and their Cummins engine emissions credits works but the Dodge engineers verified the loss of any current emissions exemptions after the 2012 model year. I pressed them about the addition of DEF injection to the 2013 Dodge pickups while reminding them that the cab/chassis trucks already have the DEF system. They admitted that they were up against the emissions wall in 2013 and had to do something. They would not verify the move to DEF but said it was their best option...nod,wink,nod,wink...
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04/16/12 03:10pm |
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RE: New Ford truck question
I was an early buyer of the 6.7 powered Ford. My truck has the 3.55 gears and 20 inch rubber. I have towed the 13000 pound Big Horn over 12000 miles now with no issues regarding sufficient power or the engine brake.
This question was asked a lot earlier in the game over at the Ford forums. In all the discussion I have seen, not one owner has complained about either the 3.31 or 3.55 gearing.
As long as the truck keeps running, it will pull anything within it's ratings anywhere you want to drag it...
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04/16/12 07:47am |
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RE: Read The New 1 Ton Truck Test From Motor Trend
Agree with jaralaxle. Ford and GM having problems with the pump. Ford is dodging GM is admitting and warranting. Poor lubricity in the fuel, is the problem and bean counter engineering.
The Cummins can be turned up easily.
The new seat in all of them are small front to back. The Ford would wreck your manhood it was so hard and flat. The GM was a little softer.
The Dodge did have the most comfortable seats. We rode across the Country in comfort in 01. The Ford was like riding on a flat piece of plywood and we stopped often, I was really concerned it was going to wreck my manhood. The GM was a little better. They are all hard pieces, of foam, that is like riding on a basketball now days. The warmer it gets the bouncer it is. I despise the small seats designed by NHTSA among other things.
I read all brands forums. The ONLY place that I have read about GM pump failures is on Ford sites & here. These reports are never firsthand accounts. There have been NO reports on GM sites.
If anyone has info to the contrary, I would like to see it.
...then you have not been reading the GM responses to the NHTSA Bosch CP4 HPFP investigation questions. GM's own answers show a slightly higher percentage of 2011/2012 CP4 equipped HPFP failures than Ford. This is not in dispute by even the most ardent GM supporters after reading the report.
Maybe Huntindog can point you in the right direction. He was an early doubter of the GM failures. Months ago, I posted information I received from a very credible source who had to remain anonymous about a pallet full of failed GM CP4 pumps sitting in the Bosch warehouse. Like you, the "dog" was adamant that the total lack of GM customer complaints on these public forum was proof there was not a problem. He has since read the NHTSA report. The GM answers have provided the information for his insightful analysis of the GM numbers.
Kudo's to GM for doing the right thing. Not only have they kept their customer base satisfied, they have eliminated a PR nightmare...someone needs to send Ford the play book.
...and the Engineer is right...if you have a CP4 equipped GM truck, do not worry. Yes, it will still break at a percentage rate equal to the Ford, but GM will stand behind it...:B:B:B
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04/15/12 06:39am |
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RE: Read The New 1 Ton Truck Test From Motor Trend
double post
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04/15/12 06:36am |
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RE: Ford's answers to the NHTSA 6.7 Investigation
There is no update because there was never a problem to begin with. Just a few isolated incidents blown way out of proportion.
These chicken little threads remind me of lippert frames; one blowhard has a problem and now every product sold buy that company is doomed for failure.
Your complete lack of supporting data is very persuasive. :S
My google link showed little documented evidence anything major is actually happening. Most of the threads only talk about the one or two that actually failed. Perhaps you could post some of the massive amounts of failures you think are occurring.
Did you read the Ford and GM answers to the NHTSA investigation? If you did, you would have seen hundreds of Bosch CP4 series failures...hardly just the imagination of one blowhard:h
Your total GM bias, not necessary by the way, must be blinding you from the truth. But your company is coming through for it's customers. GM's pile of HPFP's over at Bosch were all covered by warranty...but carry on, the truth will always come out in the end...
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04/13/12 06:24pm |
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