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    09 Superdutys

    Yeh, I wasn't really trying to compare apples to apples. I was just saying why I wasn't trading trucks yet. I know that all of the DPF trucks have lost some fuel economy. One of my "hobbies" though, when we go camping, is to talk to campers about their trucks and to get mpg figures from them...
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    09 Superdutys

    I average almost 20 mpg in my Dodge/Cummins (a 2005) empty. I get an average of 13.8 towing my 5er. That's why I've put off trading for a Super Duty for now. I was a long-time Ford guy until 2005 when shopping for a diesel to tow my camper that I planned to buy. Several acquaintances who...
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    Horrible fuel mileage

    We walked right by Dove Ridge a few times. It was between Talladega Knights where we stayed and the race track. Man that is a BIG campground! We really enjoyed the race and the camping though so we'll probably try to do it again next year. Maybe even this year for the November race if our...
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    Horrible fuel mileage

    Jimmy, the wife and I were at Talladega also. Seems we run in the same circles. We pulled our camper down, a 27ft Keystone 5er, and stayed at Talladega Knights campground. Highly recommend the campground if anyone is interested. Full hookups, great service from great campground owners and...
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    rant Looking for answers!

    I have to put my vote in for the manual too. Automatics are for cars. Trucks that haul and tow need a manual in my opinion. They're more reliable, get better fuel mileage, and give the driver more control. I've owned manual tranny pickups for years and have never had problems with any of the...
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    Horrible fuel mileage

    By the way, Jimmy Tanner, I was in Bristol for the race this past weekend. Is that why you were there? Maybe we saw each other at the race or in the campground. Small world isn't it?
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    Horrible fuel mileage

    I wanted a new SD really bad, especially with the deals being offered on diesel trucks right now, but the fuel mileage reported by several owners has put the brakes on it for me. I love the looks of the new Super Duty Fords and was hopeful that the new 6.4 would be a more reliable engine than...
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    comment Powerstrokes going away?

    I just read on another site that Ford bought its way out of their contract with International and that as of 12/31/09 there will be no more Powerstrokes bought from them. The article said that nobody knows yet whether they're going to be getting a diesel from someone else or if they're going to...
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    Looking at new diesel trucks - want unbiased input

    Guys, thanks for the honest input! Kenholl, I appreciate the tips. I might consider selling my truck and then going to get a new one. And the tip about getting better deals the last week of the year is great. I hadn't thought of that! Honestly, I've not made up my mind yet. I hate to get...
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    Looking at new diesel trucks - want unbiased input

    I currently own a 2005 Dodge Ram 2500 4X4 diesel. I bought the truck new 3 years ago and have been very pleased with it. The truck has never been back to the dealer for anything. It gets about 19.5 mpg in mixed city/highway driving; 22-23 mpg in strictly interstate driving empty; and got...
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    10.9 is getting old.

    Wow! I was thinking of trading for a Super Duty next time I trade because I love the looks of them. But after reading these posts, I'll stick with my '05 Dodge Cummins. I get 19.6 around town and 23 -24 mpg on the highway. I tow a 27 ft 5th wheel with it and get 13 -15 when towing. I...
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