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Old 04-30-09, 12:35   #2 (permalink)
Lumadar
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Re: Tell me about F250's

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Originally Posted by LouisanaJeeper View Post
Thinking of getting the following, not sure at this point. I will be hauling a 5k trailer 5-7 times/yr 100 mi ea trip. Other than that DD & drving around construction sites

09 f250 quad cab
4x2
automatic
v8 or v10 (def. gas)
Base trim/options

How is MPG between the v8 and v10? Any other reliability issues? I usually keep a car about 10yrs...
The V8 and V10 share architecture (V10 is basically just 2 more cylinders), and both are extremely well proven long lasting engines. I think the V8 is a F250 is underpowered though, but I would suggest a test drive to make your own call. MPG in a truck of that size in a gasser (V8 or V10) will be low teens regardless.

I think you would enjoy the truck considerably more with a V10, though.
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