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I think I understand the experience you are looking for and the newest truck that would deliver that is an Aeronose. That's an old school truck underneath, none of this coil spring nonsense. The Bricknose might be even cheaper. GM and Dodge started to change in the late 80s and early 90s but Ford held out until 97 when they all switched to space trucks. Yes, stay away from the fake Essex V6. It's not unreliable, it's just wheezy. A 300 strait six or a 302/351 Windsor are your options and they're all good. It's not my favorite engine of all time, but nothing sounds better than a small block Ford. |
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The first year I had my previous 3 I put 40k on it. Had a 140 mile round trip commute in Michigan. It might take me 5 years to reach that mileage on this 3. |
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If a Roadmaster is what the doctor ordered it means you're… Rainman! As to go for a Fiesta in your region and being a great fan of trucks of any sort, lets be serious you'll never go for it! Why not a Yugo or any french crap while you're here?
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We don't have any French crap! I love Fiestas, it's my favorite rental car of all time and I've wanted an ST for a long time. Also, it will fit in my driveway and I don't think Roadmaster will. I like Subarus too, so maybe a Legacy GT?
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I think I owned at least one Fiesta of each gen they made, all with a fuel engine (not diesel). The last I had was an Ecoboost but unfortunately its was written off due to a van sending it in a Jeep. I've always been satisfied with any Ford but must admit that the mpg is really poor, Fiesta, Focus or Mondeo. Well, my 3 litre Capri is thirsthy too but it has many good reasons for this!!
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My 1992 Honda is in need of some tires. I went to the Firestone shop today and told them the size. The guy just looks up at me and says "what kind of car are these going on?" After some searching he informs me he can't get that exact size but a 195 width is available and shouldn't be much of a difference compared to the 185's currently on there.
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Depending on the size of the wall it could change the final ratio. May be this will help you? https://tiresize.com/comparison/
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The tyre size comparison is very useful when it comes to classic racing cars. Many sizes/makes are no more avalaible and we now look for the same ext diameter/width but in an other int diameter (from 13" to 15" in my case). Capris and Bimmers become a real headache to get new shoes and we have to convince the scrutineers that it's not cheating.
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It's not confusing. Can I talk you into a square body?
https://bringatrailer.com/listing/19...et-scottsdale/ It's brown, a stepside, manual, and 4x4 Adam. You'd be so cool. |
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It’s brown and everything.
It says Scottsdale on the dash. That’s good right? |
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The Silverado was the the top level trim, but the Scottsdale sat just below that, making it the thinking man's choice. It's perfect. You should buy it and let me drive it. Then I'll save up money and buy it off you when you're done.
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I changed to Kumho All Weather tyres a couple of years ago, and must say they aren't bad. The guy that fitted them at home for me, who didn't supply them - he was just contracted by the supplier, who supply various makes - thought that they were very good for their mid-range price. I actually got them cheaper because the supplier cocked up and had originally sold me a budget tyre, but they didn't have them in stock and delivery was months away. |
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This is quite a lot. I remember a car maker agreement saying that road cars odo should show circa + 5 kph at any speed. At least I have it on my Bimmer.
Back in the day I used to put small sticker on the odo screen to show the accurate speed - mainly using either GPS or an ap like Waze. I have the same thing in my racing cars but only for pit speeds depending on the gearing used and the tire size to achieve 50, 60 or 80 kph. In this case I go for a dedicated calculator. |
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Hosed down with all the cool old man ****: https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1989-ford-f-250-26/
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Did you notice that from the pictures or vids they all look pristine? Some water helps to bring back a shaded paint too. Second hand sellers are smart arses!
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