<IMG SRC="smilies/thefinger.gif" border="0"> My new ride <IMG SRC="smilies/tongue.gif" border="0">

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SWEET! I really dig that color!

I have a question for you guys. This thing says 2500, but I'm not sure why? 60 front 80 rear NV4500, cummins turbo etc etc. It could pull a freak'n train. What makes it 3/4 ton when it reads like a one ton?

My favorite is when it shifts, sounds JUST like a big rig!

Originally posted by Loppy:
<STRONG>I have a question for you guys. This thing says 2500, but I'm not sure why? 60 front 80 rear NV4500, cummins turbo etc etc. It could pull a freak'n train. What makes it 3/4 ton when it reads like a one ton?

My favorite is when it shifts, sounds JUST like a big rig!</STRONG>

Because the spring rate is set up for hauling 1500 (or so) pounds of crap in the bed. <IMG SRC="smilies/biggrin.gif" border="0">
Generally they are underrated however if you exceed the GVWR and get in a accident you could be in big trouble.

Besides, How many people on this board have 1/2 ton trucks that have dana 60's front and rear? It is not the axles that make a one ton truck...

sweet keith that looks likeit will do the job just fine. one day when im out of crappy school i will get something new, but for now my truck will work good! i like the blu etoo! jiMMy

Alright, lets start taking bets on how long it takes before Keith puts Gasoline in the tank! <IMG SRC="smilies/biggrin.gif" border="0"> <IMG SRC="smilies/thefinger.gif" border="0">

[ 10-16-2001: Message edited by: The Rockslut ]

Originally posted by The Rockslut:
<STRONG>Alright, lets start taking bets on how long it takes before Keith puts Gasoline in the tank! <IMG SRC="smilies/biggrin.gif" border="0"> <IMG SRC="smilies/thefinger.gif" border="0">

[ 10-16-2001: Message edited by: The Rockslut ]</STRONG>

What odds are you giving? He may have done it already by the time I replied to this
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Originally posted by Scout Dude:
<STRONG>What odds are you giving? He may have done it already by the time I replied to this
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LOL, hahahahahhahahaha

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Oh and Keith, don't forget to check the spark plugs gaps every 3000 miles. Diesel's run better with properly gapped spark plugs. <IMG SRC="smilies/thefinger.gif" border="0"> <IMG SRC="smilies/biggrin.gif" border="0">

[ 10-16-2001: Message edited by: Loppy ]

the reason its rated 3/4 ton is because it has more motor than ass. put a big load on it and you will see it sag like grannys tits. <IMG SRC="smilies/rolleyes.gif" border="0"> <IMG SRC="smilies/biggrin.gif" border="0"> <IMG SRC="smilies/biggrin.gif" border="0">

Ok ok yes I understand spring rates. I thought that might be the case. But that's an easy upgrade. I'm talk'n bout the running gear. Stout. Very stout.

Originally posted by The Rockslut:
<STRONG>Alright, lets start taking bets on how long it takes before Keith puts Gasoline in the tank! <IMG SRC="smilies/biggrin.gif" border="0"> <IMG SRC="smilies/thefinger.gif" border="0">

[ 10-16-2001: Message edited by: The Rockslut ]</STRONG>

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Originally posted by Jimmy76FJ40:
<STRONG>sweet keith that looks likeit will do the job just fine. one day when im out of crappy school i will get something new, but for now my truck will work good! i like the blu etoo! jiMMy</STRONG>

You guys must like buying new trucks! <IMG SRC="smilies/thefinger.gif" border="0">

Old iron'll do the job just fine... and I only had ONE truck-payment to make. <IMG SRC="smilies/thefinger.gif" border="0">

http://tigger.tmcom.com/~tsm1/scout/jpg/racing/8_25_2001/12.jpg

Oh yeah, and mine's blue, too! <IMG SRC="smilies/biggrin.gif" border="0"> <IMG SRC="smilies/biggrin.gif" border="0">

Originally posted by Loppy:
<STRONG> I'm talk'n bout the running gear. Stout. Very stout.</STRONG>

it has that Big Arse Running Gear becuase of that Diesel Mucho Torque!!!!! And Dodge Was Smart!! build 3/4 Ton Shiat Like 1 Ton Shiat "Yeah that's It" (Dodge Truck designers)


Adam,,,

Originally posted by The Rockslut:
<STRONG>Alright, lets start taking bets on how long it takes before Keith puts Gasoline in the tank! <IMG SRC="smilies/biggrin.gif" border="0"> <IMG SRC="smilies/thefinger.gif" border="0">

</STRONG>

BAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA <IMG SRC="smilies/laughing.gif" border="0">

Almost fell outta the chair on that one!!!!

Put a 5 spot down on 10 days for me. <IMG SRC="smilies/thefinger.gif" border="0"> Keith

Fawk you <IMG SRC="smilies/thefinger.gif" border="0"> I had it 15 days today and aint screwed up yet <IMG SRC="smilies/rolleyes.gif" border="0">

Originally posted by Keith Strong:
<STRONG>Fawk you <IMG SRC="smilies/thefinger.gif" border="0"> I had it 15 days today and aint screwed up yet <IMG SRC="smilies/rolleyes.gif" border="0"></STRONG>

Wait till he changes the oil (if he can do that <IMG SRC="smilies/thefinger.gif" border="0"> ) and doesnt know what to do with 3 gallons of oil coming out of his oil pan. Better get a real pan to drain that thing or you will have a HUGE mess! <IMG SRC="smilies/biggrin.gif" border="0">

[ 10-17-2001: Message edited by: The Rockslut ]

I prefer a 3 1/2 gallon bucket (like a 5 gal, just shorter). And good luck getting the filter off its a new truck. There's a certain gorilla on the assembly line that likes to tighten the crap out of those things.

Pete

Not too shabby, Keith! <IMG SRC="smilies/thefinger.gif" border="0">

Nice truck keith.. if only I could afford one! <IMG SRC="smilies/biggrin.gif" border="0"> I give him 15 MORE days till gasoline goes in the tank <IMG SRC="smilies/biggrin.gif" border="0">
Scott <IMG SRC="smilies/grinpimp.gif" border="0"><><

Originally posted by 1badjeep:
<STRONG>if only I could afford one! </STRONG>

Yeah Me Too!!!! <IMG SRC="smilies/thefinger.gif" border="0">

do you have a trailer <IMG SRC="smilies/confused.gif" border="0">

Lets bet on how long those axles will stay under it!!! <IMG SRC="smilies/thefinger.gif" border="0">

Get in the habbit of putting fuel additive in when you fill up. I use a brand called "Power Service". Added lubrication for your pump is what your after. Sh!tty CA clean burning fuel doesn't seem to lub as well. Also, try and buy your fuel from high volume dealers. Stay away from places that you never see anybody buying diesel at. How is your mileage. I was expecting better than I get. 16.5 on the freeway. It goes even lower with alot of city driving.

Originally posted by MCFLY4X4:
<STRONG>do you have a trailer <IMG SRC="smilies/confused.gif" border="0"></STRONG>

Sorta...Its Putzboys but since his sissy Nissan cant pull it guess where it is currently residing <IMG SRC="smilies/rolleyes.gif" border="0"> <IMG SRC="smilies/thefinger.gif" border="0">

Originally posted by *Dennis*:
<STRONG>Get in the habbit of putting fuel additive in when you fill up. I use a brand called "Power Service". Added lubrication for your pump is what your after. Sh!tty CA clean burning fuel doesn't seem to lub as well. Also, try and buy your fuel from high volume dealers. Stay away from places that you never see anybody buying diesel at. How is your mileage. I was expecting better than I get. 16.5 on the freeway. It goes even lower with alot of city driving.</STRONG>


Will additive really make that huge of a difference? I have heard varying opinions so far on that. <IMG SRC="smilies/confused.gif" border="0">

I been getting around 17.5 all around...18-19 freeway and about 15+ around town. <IMG SRC="smilies/smile.gif" border="0"> Thats just as good as my Tacoma was <IMG SRC="smilies/biggrin.gif" border="0">

Originally posted by Keith Strong:
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Will additive really make that huge of a difference? I have heard varying opinions so far on that. <IMG SRC="smilies/confused.gif" border="0">
<IMG SRC="smilies/biggrin.gif" border="0"></STRONG>

Yes, the weak link in our 24 valve engines is the vp44 pump. It is cooled by the fuel. The less lub. properties the fuel has = the harder it is on our pump. Go to Walmart and pick youeself up some "Power Service" fuel additive (the same stuff that sells in truck stops) and use it for a few tanks. You should notice a differance right away. It will run more quit and better. It is only 3-4 $ a bottle. I bottle treats 100 gals. I cannot stress this last piece advice enough, spend time at the TDR site. Tons of useful info.

Dennis