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The government is totally responsible for destroying light duty...and for that matter, heavy duty trucks. They are responsible for all vehicles being so expensive due to government mandated features.

@PineyGroveHomestead

21 күн бұрын

Agree!

The government can screw up a steel ball with a rubber hammer.

@PineyGroveHomestead

21 күн бұрын

Truth!

@warrenpuckett4203

16 күн бұрын

I often think those .gov en gen ears are just mad because the big 3 cut them loose for under performance. They just want revenge. Just proves it is easier to be destroying than creating and producing.

It’s not just trucks, they have destroyed tractors too.

@PineyGroveHomestead

14 күн бұрын

Yes, I have a DPF on my 40hp Kubota. It complicates the engine, but it doesn't have any exhaust odor!

@disgruntledconservativevet1798

14 күн бұрын

@@PineyGroveHomestead I got a Kioti CK2610 HST. 24 HP no emissions, and it does everything. Just slower.

@PineyGroveHomestead

14 күн бұрын

@@disgruntledconservativevet1798 That's what you have to do to avoid it. We have the Summit 25hp.

And this is why I'm restoring my 95 f350 diesel! Runs as it should, no emissions, and can be worked on very easily! Honestly, I'd never buy any new truck these days, you have to be a millionaire in order to afford vehicles today.

@PineyGroveHomestead

22 күн бұрын

Yes! That's a smart move.

@warrenpuckett4203

16 күн бұрын

I wish I did not sell my 4 banger Ranger. 25 MPG is not that bad. Neither was the 300,000 miles on it. But if I had to tow something under 6000lbs I used the Crown Vic. Yes the people did not like me pulling a trailer with the Ranger at 55 MPH. I used to use the Toyota FJ 60 but somebody really wanted it (stolen). Oh and also they did not like me doing 55 MPH. Sorry it was geared for 55MPH In the summer the FJ was in your way. In the winter your go faster was in my way. If I needed a pickup I rented it or a box truck. Hints: Must have Real ID to fly? Do not fly with more than $1000 in cash. Do not carry cash to pay for gas cross country or you may end getting it taken by law enforcement. Why? Because you may be doing something illegal. Good luck getting it back. Gibbs rules # 39, 36 & #3

@stayfreenotsafe

8 күн бұрын

I’ve been looking for a 7.3 or 5.9 to restore and keep forever. So tired of the new trucks , especially the electronics. They can be cool but cause most of the problems

For sure the government needs to stay out of it completely and let us customers buy what they want

@PineyGroveHomestead

19 күн бұрын

But how to unring this bell?

Govt doesn't want you to have a truck or SUV.

@PineyGroveHomestead

20 күн бұрын

But they want us to do business and generate tax revenue!

@H0kieJoe

19 күн бұрын

Correct. They're imbeciles.

@Thumper68

18 күн бұрын

Yeah they do it’s their cafe law that’s forcing automakers to make vehicles larger to adhere to mileage to vehicle weight mpg standards. That’s why we are losing small trucks like s-10 and ranger and all the cool cars.

My point of contention with auto makers is that I can't get a higher trim truck in a single cab long bed. I absolutely hate crew cabs on half ton trucks. For me they're a complete waste of space when I want more bed space.

@PineyGroveHomestead

20 күн бұрын

Agree.....The double cab is the best of both worlds, but they didn't make many of them and finding a 2018 DC with low mileage was harder than finding a unicorn. I settled on this crew cab because it's basically a new truck at yesterday's price.

@user-xk4vt9ye8j

17 күн бұрын

I agree. Unless you’re running a construction crew or it’s your sole family vehicle you waste so much cargo capacity which is the whole point of a truck.

My 1969 F250 runs like a top and never fails me.

@PineyGroveHomestead

14 күн бұрын

good truck

@mikeries8549

2 күн бұрын

Until it does not

@yeboscrebo4451

Күн бұрын

@@mikeries8549 if it ever does fail I can fix nearly anything with a screwdriver, lol. Hell, I can replace the entire drivetrain in an evening

Government needs to go

@keithwiebe1787

14 күн бұрын

Sure, what possibly could go wrong?

I want manual windows,carburetor,distributor,and foot dimmer switch.😂

@PineyGroveHomestead

18 күн бұрын

oh yeah, I remember the foot dimmer

@jerryrollins512

Күн бұрын

How about 4-5 speed manual transmission to go with that? .

Everything the government touches turns to shit. I’m ready to purchase a new vehicle. I also hold on to my cars for a long time. I want a truck but all the research I’m doing is disappointing.

@PineyGroveHomestead

20 күн бұрын

That's why I jumped on this 2018 with 26K miles. Should get me through the next 10 years at least.

@gerardmiele4197

20 күн бұрын

@@PineyGroveHomestead thanks for the video. I never knew about that fuel management system.

@PineyGroveHomestead

20 күн бұрын

@@gerardmiele4197 running on 4 cylinders causes lifter failure!

Totally agree with you on the government screwing things up! My 2017 Silverado 5.3 has afm, which I deleted with the chip. It gets 1or 2 mpg better staying in 8 cylinders! It a total scam!…

@PineyGroveHomestead

14 күн бұрын

I want a fuel injected 4 bolt main 350!

Agree, I dont need or want all the toys, options, and emissions they've added. I'll take AC, power windows, locks, mirrors, and seats, BUT I HATE the emissions crap, electronic gadgets etc, parking assist this and that GPS and large touch screens. I just need a great drivetrain and a strong suspension...stiff leaf spring ate just fine. Hate new trucks like luxury cars, emissions, and the price tag.

@PineyGroveHomestead

21 күн бұрын

Too many people are using trucks as cars. I support freedom to drive whatever you want, but that hasn't helped either!

I'm from the government, I'm here to help.

@PineyGroveHomestead

3 күн бұрын

Biggest lie ever told!

Government bull crap. Bring back the mini truck, fuck this 2 or 3 miles more per gallon. Make cars/trucks people want. Also, bring back the manual transmission.

My co worker bought a new gm diesel and it is in the shop more than on the road. Currently it won't shut off. The part is on indefinite backorder. Lovely.

@PineyGroveHomestead

14 күн бұрын

Horrible.

Government regulations have even screwed up fuel cans. You have to buy aftermarket spouts to keep from spilling fuel all over your equipment.

@PineyGroveHomestead

19 сағат бұрын

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Usually equipment gets better with product improvements...BUT these aren't improvements, these are government-imposed handicaps and cost deterrents/penalties.

@PineyGroveHomestead

21 күн бұрын

Agree.

I put a catch can and ticked the EGR into never working to save my turbo diesel. I'm with you ac and power windows all you need.

@PineyGroveHomestead

22 күн бұрын

We shouldn't have to do that though! Thanks for watching.

@keithwiebe1787

14 күн бұрын

@@PineyGroveHomestead You don't have to do that. And if someone does it for you it's against the law.

I disabled the stop n start on my f150. I bought a pigtail that disabled it. I think it was to save fuel but put more wear n tear on the alternator,battery and starter.

@PineyGroveHomestead

21 күн бұрын

This truck doesn't have that but the Highlander does....annoying.

@michaelbarefoot188

20 күн бұрын

i just remember to turn the autostart off right after i start the truck. It has become a habit just like putting my foot on the brake before i put it in gear.

@jdsimons6115

18 күн бұрын

It's a gimmick so the maker can show on paper that it gets "x" miles to the gallon and you did the right thing.

@roberts9785

15 сағат бұрын

This start and stop was only to game the government test. If the engine is off half of the time, then it will pass emissions. I think the EPA needs to go.

Brad, is there anything you are NOT knowledgeable about? You sir are jack of all trades and a master of all things too! Very informative content. Great channel and I love Piney Grove!

@PineyGroveHomestead

22 күн бұрын

I've always loved trucks and tractors!! Not so good on other things!! Thanks for the support!

If you hate paying for all this crap, just wait until it all starts crapping out...then you'll have something to complain about.....

Sadly, you're spot on right! They offer fleet or loaded. Not what I want, lightly optioned, not fleet and not loaded.

@PineyGroveHomestead

21 күн бұрын

EXACTLY my predicament. I had an SLE.....now I have a SLT. Good luck finding a 2018 SLE with low mileage! I couldn't and I looked for 6 months.

Great video. I have the 2017 Chevy Silverado z71 midnight edition. Headed out to hunt and out of the blue the transmission fails. I take care of my truck and found out a common problem that Chevy doesn't cover. Setup to fail from day 1

@PineyGroveHomestead

22 күн бұрын

Yes! They found the 6 speed transmissions were failing around 125K miles. I was going to have my 2014's rebuilt before it failed, but it never gave me any issues. I had it flushed every 50K to try and make it last.

@johnbowhunter7676

15 күн бұрын

Mine went at 80k and was covered under the extended warranty I purchased when buying the truck… Now at about 185k it is about to go again.

I agree 100%. Thank you Brad for all the information you share with us.

@PineyGroveHomestead

22 күн бұрын

I'm probably too attached to my trucks! Thanks for watching.

This is very important information whether you are a homesteader or not. I had to watch it a couple of times because vehicles of any kind are not something I know about, with the exemption of my truck, which I bought new in 1998. I usually tell the mechanic what is wrong with it. I don't work on it. Thank you for a great video!

@PineyGroveHomestead

21 күн бұрын

Glad it was helpful! The issue is the automotive industry has to meet miles per gallon mandates by the Federal Government for their whole fleet. So their focus is no longer making reliable vehicles, but instead, to make vehicles that get the best mileage possible. We, the users of the vehicles, for the most part will trade MPG for reliability and longevity, but nobody asks us!

@m67lovelace

20 күн бұрын

@@PineyGroveHomestead I believe its more about the emissions then it is about MPG they have to meet a carbon footprint and it goes up again in 2026 I believe. Turbo engines don't get better millage but they do burn the fuel better so the emissions # are better. ICE engines are screwed I believe Hybrid are where we are headed. They are doing to gas engines as they did to diesel back in early 2000's

You made an excellent choice regarding the Toyota. My best friend is a Toyota tech, he said the new motor is too complicated and is failing. He predicts some massive recall before too long.

@PineyGroveHomestead

22 күн бұрын

That's exactly what I am afraid of. Thanks for the insight.

Totally agree with you. I ended up with an F250. Found a 22 left over sitting in the back of a dealer ship. It’s an XL with lots of upgrades. I need to occasionally tow 8-10k. Only reason I went with the 3/4 ton. So far love it

@PineyGroveHomestead

22 күн бұрын

Man, I wanted a F250 but couldn't justify it for an everyday driver. Good luck with your truck...hope it lasts 300K miles!!

I have a hybrid pickup truck (2012 gmc sierra) with active fuel management and I have 262,000 miles on the clock. I did experience lifter failure around the 250,000. mile mark. Make sure to change oil every 3000 miles especially is you have the 6.0 hybrid and AFM combined. The oil gets “watery” after 3000 miles and causes problems. If you change oil at 3000 you are less likely to get low oil pressure and have the dreaded collapsed lifter. I didn’t delete AFM but I have considered doing it. The hybrid setup has been great for work truck and towing duties. Also love crunching the gravel in electric mode driving in woods and desert in electric mode. After 262,000 miles the hybrid has saved so much money on gas the truck basically pays for its tires and repairs

In 2021, Chevy did put out some trucks without AFM or DFM on them. My 2021 5.3L does not have AFM or DFM I bought when they had a chip shortage. Lucky me !!!!

@PineyGroveHomestead

16 күн бұрын

Yes, 2022 too.....they actually gave a $50 discount for not having the chip! Winning!

Agreed. I work in R&D for a large heavy equipment manufacturer and we fight government mandated BS as well.

@PineyGroveHomestead

22 күн бұрын

It shouldn't be that way. Thanks for watching.

Agree !! I also claim the price of trucks is to cover the cost lost on E.V. production .

You are spot on about your whole article but one you forgot to mention is the fuel,if you dont have quality fuel all the things they do doesnt help fuel milage

@PineyGroveHomestead

21 күн бұрын

Ethanol is a scam!

Anything the government has regulations on is most often ruined. I do want to thank you for all this information. I’m been looking for a newer pickup truck but haven’t even come close to finding anything that suits my needs. I currently driving a 2004 chev with over 210,000 miles on it. The drive train all still very manageable however the body is gotten really rough with rust and literally falling apart. I have absolutely no complaints about this truck it been rode hard and put up wet many,many times. Thanks again for the engine info on the newer trucks because I’m sure the dealers aren’t going to share this information with customers.

@PineyGroveHomestead

17 күн бұрын

Glad you found it helpful.

Its going to get worse my friend if we keep voting this stuff in go Trump

@PineyGroveHomestead

19 күн бұрын

We are doomed either way, I fear.

Couldn't agree with you more! I had a 5.4L 2004 F150 that I bought new. It was a great truck. When I decided to get a new one in 2021, I searched high and low for a new V8 powered F150. Couldn't find one. All had twin turbo V6s. While these engines might be trouble free for a few years - like you - I keep my vehicles for a long time. I have been in the reliability business for many years and one thing I know: the faster a piece of equipment rotates the less reliable it will be and lubrication has to be flawless. Turbos can turn as fast as 100,000 rpm. Using your same logic, I ended up with a new 2021 Toyota Tundra with the 5.7L engine. Waiting till 2022 was out of the question because I knew that Toyota was also going to the twin turbo V6s in 2022. I'm older than you and very likely this Tundra will be the last vehicle that I own. I hope that your new Sierra turns out to be a great truck!

@PineyGroveHomestead

22 күн бұрын

Great insight! We are all in this same sinking boat of unreliable trucks!

Completely agree with you Brad. That is why I am looking at an older F-150 with the V8. I will not own one with an eco boost V6.

@PineyGroveHomestead

21 күн бұрын

I really liked that 302 in a Mustang I had way back when!

I agree completely, I had a 2013 GMC, SLZ, 4x4 and I miss it, would have kept it longer. The way I drove it it very Sheldon went to 4cyl. I drove it to Alaska and back with 0 issues.

I have a 2017 5.3 V8 Silverado LT with AFM but does not have the start/stop. I got a Range Tech. module that plugs into the port below the steering wheel. This keeps it in 8 cyl. and I went from 16.3 average to 18.2 average gallons per mile. I didn't buy a truck for gas miles but with this module plugged in I have improved gas miles but the big thing for me is the tranny shifts better and that is better for the whole powertrain. I will not buy a new truck until the government gets their nose out of truck production.

@PineyGroveHomestead

17 күн бұрын

Yes, Range Technologies is saving a lot of engines. I wouldn't run these engines without it.

My wife and I just bought a Toyota 4Runner. Why? The 4.5 V6 is anvil simple. The 5spd automatic is bulletproof. We also have an '06 Chevy Suburban with the 5.3. The engine has never been touched (serviced regularly with Mobil1 5-30 oil) except for the water pump x2 and an alternator. The transmission has been serviced regularly. She has over 270,000 miles. I'm shooting for 300,00 miles and have no plans to replace it after that. This truck has answered many fire/EMS calls over the years.

@PineyGroveHomestead

21 күн бұрын

Yes....4Runners run forever! Or they used to.

I agree. I have a 2014 silverado. I’ve had since it was new. I’m not sure I will buy another new one as they have gotten out of hand price wise. Mine is a six cylinder but drops down to a 4 cylinder. I would really like to know what it costs for a manufacturer to build one.

@PineyGroveHomestead

20 күн бұрын

They sure have!

I have a Silverado 1500 and I also put the cylinder delete override on it, but found that in order to pass inspection in NY state I have to remove it and drive approximately 100 miles to reset the computer to pass the emissions test. Not a big deal but a little annoying none the less.

@PineyGroveHomestead

22 күн бұрын

We shouldn't have to do that to save our engines. Thanks for watching.

If the government wants trucks like their making, let the government go buy them all. Make trucks that the people want.

I have a ‘21 GMC Sierra loaded that I bought new. Lifters went at 7,800 mi. and was repaired under warranty. I have 15,000 miles now, and I’d never trust it on a trip. I know several other people that had the lifters go. Another friend of mine traded a ‘21 Silverado (lifters broke) for a ‘24, drove to California and on the way back to NY the fuel pump quit.

@PineyGroveHomestead

20 күн бұрын

Lifters have been an issue since 2014....that tells you AFM/DFM is NOT good for the motors!

I had a 2022 F-150 with a 10 speed transmission. It was the most herky jerky transmission I’ve ever dealt with. Absolutely hated it. I’m hearing about a lot of problems with the turbo charged engines too. All the regulations that you mentioned are ridiculous, IMO. Good looking truck you got there.

@PineyGroveHomestead

21 күн бұрын

Thanks.....it's the last year of the square body and square fenders.

@michaelbarefoot188

20 күн бұрын

i bought a 2108 f150 5,0L base model with a 10 speed adaptive transmission that come with all f150 . its learns to adapt to the normal driving habits of the driver. I have had mine for 6.5 years and the first 8 months/6k miles the transmission did have these issues. but after that it operates very smoothly in all driving condition including the times a haul a 5k pound trailer. i have zero problems with this truck and have it serviced at about 40% of the mileage the manual calls for. The manual explains the adaptive nature of the transmission and since i read it the first day it was no surprise to me. If you by one used you can have the transmission reprogramed to for a fresh beginning or turn the adaptive feature off, It has been a great truck have had to spend 0 dollars on repairs.

Thank you for sharing your experience and thoughts. Appreciate your research and diligent attention to pertinent details. Manufacturers have to comply to required standards as you know. The consumer loses quality and pays for the absolute pure poo. America is not the great nation we use to be. It's certainly not the fault of conservative minded, hard working families that made this a strong and respected country. I'm sure that you know all this. My opinion, again appreciate your attention to details. Stay safe, healthy, strong, discerning and successful. Blessings to you, your wife and family. ☝🙏🙌💪🇺🇸👍

@PineyGroveHomestead

12 күн бұрын

we always lose!

I'm age 85 and live in Blountstown. I drive an '04 Chevy Colorado with zero trouble. For decades I've added TufOil to all my engines. TufOil holds the Guinness World Record for the most friction free oil additive. The only engine failure was when my handiman was driving my 4 cyl Toyota with over 300,000 miles and he allowed it to overheat and warp the head. I had a mechanic replace the head and he called me over to look at the cylinder walls. He showed me that the cylinder walls were mirror smooth as if they were brand new.

@IggyDalrymple

13 күн бұрын

The only thing that the government has accomplished is to accelerate the value of silver and gold.

@PineyGroveHomestead

13 күн бұрын

I used to run Slick 50 in everything.

@mikeries8549

2 күн бұрын

A beer company has a record for oil...

Good thing you avoided the new Tundra, they are all getting recalled for that new engine. I had several Toyota truck’s before and they were rock solid. I went with an f150 with the ecoboost, which ford has made very reliable over the last 15 years. Cheers

@PineyGroveHomestead

14 күн бұрын

Glad you are happy with your F150!

I agree with what you're saying about truck life and pricing. I have a '16 silverado LTZ 6.2 that I bought with 9k on the clock. I'm at 173k miles now and it's been rock solid for me. Note that I drive it like an adult, stay ahead on maintenance, and don't abuse it but I can't see paying the asking prices for the new trucks. Regarding features, the '16 LTZ has everything and more than I need and will need in the future... carplay, sunroof, heated cooled seats, its effectively a luxury vehicle...etc. I never minded AFM as it did help out with mileage especially on long trips where, before I put a mild lift (king coilovers, UCA's, Deaver springs, etc) and 35's it would cruise down the interstate in "V4" and got decent mileage for a 6.2ltr V8... decent being a relative term. note: I still have AFM enabled and haven't melted a lifter yet. Since I am at those high miles, I am considering doing an AFM delete with an upgraded cam to eliminate the potential point of failure but at this point, I'm not really after too much more power but want the truck to last! Good video. 🍻

@PineyGroveHomestead

20 күн бұрын

You've done well to get that kind of mileage with no issues! I'd like to do the full delete and remove all that AFM junk, but don't trust any mechanic around here to do it.

@freidrichnietzsche6643

20 күн бұрын

@@PineyGroveHomestead I need to research it further but can a man do the AFM delete with just software and a re-flash? If I don't have to put $$ into a new cam and shop time, I'd prefer to go that route.

I am out on the new Tundra as well. I really like the new styling. If I were to ever pull the trigger on a new truck, it will likely be a 3/4 or 1 ton now. Now that Toyota is no longer an option, may as well go larger. Good video.

@PineyGroveHomestead

22 күн бұрын

Totally agree, Joe.

You have to order what you want and then wait on it!!

They’ve had AFM since 2008 and it won’t hurt your truck if you change oil every 3000 miles and if you’re highway driving it won’t run in v4. Also if you just put it in manual mode it won’t go in v4 mode.

I have a 2020 gmc sierra 1500 at4 I bought new in 2019 and only have 4500 miles on it..thinking of putting the kit to keep it in v8 mode but afraid it will void my warranty

@PineyGroveHomestead

19 күн бұрын

My buddy has the 2019 and put the Pulsar LT...it actually plugs in under the hood. He loves it....no Start/Stop or DFM.

CAFE regulations are making vehicles a worse deal for consumers. Speaking about the Tundra, they are already having engine failures with the front and rear main crank bearings. If they just send our short blocks to repair these that may be a problem with having enough capable mechanics to do the swap.

@PineyGroveHomestead

15 күн бұрын

That's sad about the Tundra.

I have a 2023 F 150 Lariat. V 8. It has been in the shop 11 times. Mirrors don't open out when started, Louvers in front of radiator came apart. 10 speed trans stuck in 3 gear, Stereo just started blasting for no reason, windows not rolling down and numerous computer problems. Not to mention 4 or 5 safety recalls. I am not happy. $74,000. Good luck with yours.

@PineyGroveHomestead

20 күн бұрын

Where I bought this truck (trade in at Toyota dealer), the salesman said someone had a new F150 Platinum that wouldn't run and the Ford dealer scheduled him like 90 days out. He said what do I do until then....they said get a rental or something!

@malbrigh11

20 күн бұрын

@@PineyGroveHomestead My Ford dealer started a job then told me two weeks. They had the truck tore down before they told me. Luckly, I had an Expedition 99 with 189,000 miles on it to fill the gap.

I have no clue what truck to buy. I have a 2005 gmc sierra 1500 slt 4x4 z71. Had since new. On 2nd engine and 3rd trans. I take care of my stuff but I have obviously have my problems. This new cylinder shutdown stuff is not good at all. Mine does not. Dont want that. I tow way too much. Everything I watch and study about turbo is not good. This 4 and 6 cyl with turbo stuff is gonna give people problems that WORK with their trucks. I’m glad to hear your comments because I have all the same thoughts and maybe more. Dont really wanna go diesel but I’m kinda at my wits end. Thanx for the video.

@PineyGroveHomestead

21 күн бұрын

Diesels are just as bad or worse....they have DPFs and require DEF. I was talking to a trucker with a Kenworth with 400K miles....said every problem he had with that truck was with the emissions system. It would leave him stranded in the middle of nowhere.

@mattdobbins3890

21 күн бұрын

@@PineyGroveHomestead yes sir- def fluid is very corrosive. Guess i will keep on studying and talkin to folks!

@PineyGroveHomestead

21 күн бұрын

@@mattdobbins3890 To me, the 2018 GMC/Chevy is a good bet if you get the Range delete on the AFM. Probably the most reliable, most modern 1/2 ton is the 2021 Tundra. Two things I didn't like about the Tundra: Console shifter and no storage. Good luck!

You had me at "I don't like Ford"! Don't know your reasons but I had a factory rep call me a liar over warranty issues when the dealer backed me! Anyway, it is frustrating that these automakers seem to bow down to especially liberal politicians to try and make the public buy what an unelected official wants the public to drive! EV's are a perfect example! I drive a Chevrolet Silverado and it has the engine shut off thing when you stop at a red-light! I have to push a button every time I start it to keep that disengaged! It's okay if someone wants it but they should make it to where I could turn it off permanently but greenies in the government want to make it hard for me to turn it off and on my wife's Equinox you can't turn it off! Anyway, I feel your pain! Nosy government intruding into our lives!!

@PineyGroveHomestead

16 күн бұрын

Range/Pulsar makes a delete for the start/stop. Thanks for watching!

I have a 2019 ram and I've had so many electrical issues with it. It only has 41,000 miles on it today. One more problem and I'm getting something different. I would love to get your exact same truck. Nothing too new and nothing too old. I'm done with new trucks.

@PineyGroveHomestead

19 күн бұрын

Thanks for sharing. The struggle is real for us truck owners.

July 2020 I bought a 2020 Tundra so I could get a 5.7 V8 and avoid the turbo charged V6. Now that the main bearing are failing I am even more pleased I did.

@PineyGroveHomestead

18 күн бұрын

Wise move!

@steventoby3768

Күн бұрын

I also bought a V8 Tundra. This was in 2021, and I can't claim I knew about the V6 turbo at the time. My wife, who owns a horse farm, said she needed 10,000 pounds of towing capacity and I didn't have to look anything up to realize I was in V8 territory. At that time, Ford, Ram, and GM could all sell you a V8. I knew about the cylinder shutoff thing but the statistics didn't lie -- the Toyota was the reliability king and none of its cylinders shut off. I asked my wife to drive it around the block and she said she didn't need to, if someone had to test drive it, let it be me. I was suitably impressed -- smooth, gobs of torque, it was even quiet with a roomy cabin. I signed the papers and then a few months after delivery we found out about the V6 turbo for the following year. I told my wife the Tundra was going to become a classic and might even appreciate in value. Nevertheless, it took time for me to get over my annoyance that I'd been the sap who paid $50,000 for a pickup. Having seen today's prices I can say I'm no longer a sap.

@buck546

Күн бұрын

@@steventoby3768 I agree, and I wouldn't trade my 5.7 V8 for one of each year of the new Tundra. I like it that much and I normally only drive short trips and even in Mountainous terrain my gas mileage is between 16 and 17 MPG. Small price to pay for reliability IMO.

In 2002 we purchased a new GMC 2500 HD SLT with every feature you could get at the time, including an 8.1 liter V8 with a 5 speed Allison trans, all for $35,000.00. We still own that truck. We pulled a 40' 5th wheel for a short time, hated it and it's had an easy life since. Currently has 89,000 miles on it, gets really sorry mileage (8 to 10 on a good day) but I love it and will probably will it to my son, at 78 it will certainly outlast me.

@PineyGroveHomestead

17 күн бұрын

I'll take bad mileage if it comes with reliability!

@federalist46

16 күн бұрын

@@PineyGroveHomestead Oh yes, it does, it has never let us down.

This is why I`m still driving my 2003/5.9/2500/4x4 Dodge with 167K miles. I`ve had it 21 years and now that I`m retired, I only put about 2500 miles per year. Mostly traveling to deer hunt. Stays in my shop all the time and still looks great. Screw the government. My last GMC truck (2000) was a white one like yours. They are sharp looking trucks.

I’m so glad I bought my wife’s Highlander and my Tundra, both 2019 models, before all this crap that’s out there now. No regrets! We bought them just before we retired mainly for their reliability and peace of mind in our retirement. You found a nice truck though 👍🏼

@PineyGroveHomestead

20 күн бұрын

You did it right, in my opinion!

Is this just 1/2 tons? I have a 2018 GMC 2500 SLT with 6.0 gas. My truck runs on all 8 cylinders all the time. I have 194,000 miles on it right now. Running awesome? I think there are differences when you jump up to a 3/4 ton?

@PineyGroveHomestead

21 күн бұрын

Could be...I'm not familiar with the 3/4 GM lineup.

I’ve got a 2018 Tundra crewmax 4x4 trd limited in the garage w/ 44000, I bought it new. I’m not trading it off. In fact, I might supercharge it for better towing at high altitude.

@PineyGroveHomestead

20 күн бұрын

My neighbor has a 2018 Tundra 1794 with 3K miles....I've been trying to buy it for 4 years.....I finally gave up on him!

@dash8465

20 күн бұрын

@@PineyGroveHomestead yeah.. “pry from cold dead hands” comes to mind. You’re probably not getting that one in this lifetime. The 5.7 Tundra’s are simply irreplaceable. Besides the Tundra we have a 2009 Rav4 v6 sport awd thats a blast to drive (very quick) with 152k, so I use it 95% of the time to keep miles off the truck now that the wife has a freebie work car (no branding or decals thankfully).

Government has no business or authority to dictate to auto makers what or how to build vehicles. Small turbo engines will not perform as well as a V8 or V6, turbos are pressurizing a small engine to make it produce more power at the expense of the engine, turb lag and the owner. A turbo says upfront the engine is too small. GM is putting a small 4 cylinder in the new Acadia and Traverse, 5-to-6-thousand-pound vehicles. Our V6 2017 Acadia gets 34 MPG highway, a 4 cylinder will never get that nor have the power or response the V6 has. GM has just lost us as a customer.

@PineyGroveHomestead

22 күн бұрын

It's across the board....they are pushing us to electric.

@henrinaths1

22 күн бұрын

GM was my go to for five decades. You couldn’t pay me to own a new one today ! Or anything else coming out of the automotive industry .

@henrinaths1

22 күн бұрын

@@PineyGroveHomestead The only thing that makes sense about electric, that’s made sense since the 30s, is the instant torque a well-controlled E motor produces. AND where the internal combustion engine is at a huge disadvantage . The cost is fuel consumption with the extra horsepower and “performance” cliché. This is also where the market is failing to use this fuel saving combination by merely overly complicating a simple task. Everybody knows the more complicated a system is, so does the cost and repair increase exponentially . Add to that built-in obsolescence and they’re trying to market a disaster on four wheels.

@droach1979

21 күн бұрын

Well, chevron deference just got smacked down by the Supreme Court. We'll see who the first to capitalize on it will be

@ufo_vid9694

20 күн бұрын

​@@PineyGroveHomesteadLet's go Brandon!

If the people keep buying them, they will keep overcharging for plastic and a computer chip.

I have a 2016 Ford F 350 with a six cylinder 3.6 L engine. All most all of the trim inside, and both mirrors have fallen off, but at 297,000 it is still running every time I turn the key. I have pulled 10,000 pound loads with it and then it is really gutless. 25 mph over the highest hill in Pennsylvania , about 4,000 ft tall. I lioked my two GMCs but they both dropped their transmittions at 220K and 240k

@PineyGroveHomestead

21 күн бұрын

220K is a good lifespan for a tranny!

@kman0146

20 күн бұрын

How did you get an F-350 with a 6 cylinder engine ?

@georgewest2096

19 күн бұрын

@@kman0146 bought, it from a Ford dealer in Boston It was part of a fleet then they didn't want it and it sat for a year it bis a really great truck except it is gutless. i have had two 350 diesels her on our farm and one had to get two new heads for b410,000 dollars and the other went through a transmition and two oil heat exchangers amd was down for amost a year Great service truck if nothing else breaks

@kman0146

19 күн бұрын

@@georgewest2096 Nice, I didn't know you could get a six in the super duty.

exactly why I bought a 2009 2500 GMC duramax diesel with allison and less than 50k miles on it... NO DEF and will run for half a million miles.

@PineyGroveHomestead

5 күн бұрын

Good find!

It seems like all engines are getting smaller and turbos are being added. At the end of the day it’s not much improvement in mileage (if any) and the extra heat , plastic parts and complexity means less reliable and shorter lifespan. Theres not a car or truck on the market I want, while some is on manufactures for not offering a base model some is on the govt for mandating certain things. Either way I think the consumers / end users loose

I own a Tacoma SR5 which is a pretty basic V6 model truck. It can technically tow around 6k pounds I think, though I've never tested it. I only have a 1600 lbs utility trailer and I don't even feel it back there. I'm not really afraid of a V6 with turbo, that's much more common than the weird half stroke engine that GMC is using. I completely agree though, I don't like that a lot of manufacturers (cars and trucks) are adding way too many bells to mark up the price. It's hard to find just a bare work truck - but if you don't need 10k+ tow capacity, a V6 Tacoma has been a nice drive for me.

@PineyGroveHomestead

21 күн бұрын

Tacoma's are legendary and hold their value. I just like a full size truck.

The v6 didn't help fuel mileage problem my 2013 tundra has a gooseneck hitch pulls like a beast

@PineyGroveHomestead

16 күн бұрын

good truck

Have a used Dodge RAM a 2017 1500 and it has been great. Looking at new trucks ...no way. Let her ride until they change back. Bought a Honda Ridgeline in 2020 for my wife and we love it. Much like an SUV and we use it as the family vehicle and the Ram as the farm truck. Both are expected to last well past 10 years.

@PineyGroveHomestead

21 күн бұрын

Thanks for sharing

My 2012 5.3 Silverado has just hit 260k. No lifter problems.

@PineyGroveHomestead

19 сағат бұрын

They should have never strayed from the 350 4-bolt main

Toyota has come out with the hybrid V-6 Tacoma .... It may be good but imagine when your warranty runs out with that hybrid . anything goes wrong it will cost Huge

I own a very clean full size bed reg cab 1993 GMC sierra 1500 V6 4.3 Just hit 100k No power anything Love it My point ! Everyone I talk with ask Why can’t they make a good simple basic affordable reliable Truck? Yep greed, government, restrictions and control have ruined everything! The common man can’t afford an 75k plus Truck!!! What a mess!

@PineyGroveHomestead

5 сағат бұрын

It really is!

I have a 2007 Dodge Dakota. Manual trans, no power windows or locks, it's pretty basic. But it gets better gas mileage than an automatic. Heat and air still work. The only things I wish it had was fog lights and an adjustable steering wheel. And since I broke my left wrist, really wishing it was fully automatic! But yeah, they don't make them like they used to. 💖💖💖

@PineyGroveHomestead

22 күн бұрын

But they could!!! Thanks for watching.

I agree with you 99%. This 1% is my opinion that if you lack under-seat storage, don't write off the entire truck, just buy under-seat storage from another company ;-) BTW GMC are probably the nicest trucks.

Think the end of chevron deference will change anything?

Gmail tried that engine way back in the 90s in the Seville. It failed royally

I was looking for a new truck to replace a 2004 f-150 5.4l earlier this year. Gave up and put $3500 into repairs on the 04 since at least I know that truck. I work the truck like a truck, I don't want a super fancy thing that I'm worried about actually using for fear of getting a scratch in the bed or something

@PineyGroveHomestead

21 күн бұрын

I was about to put a tranny in my 2014 just for preventative maintenance, but the tires had 70K on them. Figured I'd just put the money into the 2018 SLT rather than $8K into 2014.

There are many videos on KZread about recalls on the tundra. Problem with the transmission problem with the engine lack of power. They're terrible, really messed up. And i've always owned toyota

@PineyGroveHomestead

21 күн бұрын

Truth. 2021 or older and you are golden!

I bought a low content 2013 F-150 with a NA 6 that has all the horsepower I’ll need and will last me as long as I live. No fancy electronics to break. The new 10 speed 2.7L turbo has the same power and better mileage with the 10 speed but I’ll stick with the more reliable 6 speed.

I have a 2016 Silverado, at 95,000 miles I had the lifter failure. $3000 to fix it. Really sad that you can depend on vehicles that cost $50,000 can’t last like the old trucks did 😡😡😡

@PineyGroveHomestead

22 күн бұрын

I had the 2014 with 116K on the trade and it didn't have the lifter failure I think because I started running the delete on it. I did have to fix the A/C twice though for a known issue in the condenser that they didn't recall.

@jeffeubanks370

22 күн бұрын

@@PineyGroveHomestead I had to replace my AC 2 years ago, and just within the last 2 months had to replace the water pump. But I’m in the same boat with you, I’m 57 and don’t want to buy another probably $60,000 truck just to get a few features that I really want.

@michaelbarefoot188

20 күн бұрын

i remember tucks and cars being manufacture in the 1960-1980. no one would pay any kind of money for a truck with over 100k miles on it because it was consider to be used up. I know the government mandates have caused some problems with truck but they also caused companies to come up with innovations and now it is commo0n for truck to last 200k to 300k miles.and get great gas mileage. it has not been all bad. Manufactures have chosen to stop manufacturing all autos that fall below the 30k threshold because they have a lower profit margin. it is almost impossible to by a base model with just the electric window and mirrors anymore. it is called greed

I had a 2014 RAM 1500 with the Hemi. Regular cab shorted. Great at first, but it developed the Hemi tick, probably due to the MDS. Meticulously maintained with only 44k. Wouldnt touch a new American pickup. there is too much. risk. I ended up buying a Ridgeline. Not a capable farm truck per, se. but works for me.

I think the US market needs that toyota IMV 0. A very basic work truck that is dirt cheap with a long bed. If they were sold here in the US the roads would be filled with them. Every delivery vehicle would be one and half the farm trucks. But they will never sell them in the US. We dont get the affordable stuff.

@PineyGroveHomestead

19 күн бұрын

Good point!

I have been buying Toyota trucks and SUVs since 2000. My first one (a 2000 Pre-Runner) in now the daily driver for the guy down the street. My last one (a 2018 Tacoma TRD Off Road) may be my last one. I would love to get a 4 Runner but will not buy a Turbo 4 no matter how wonderful they are.

@PineyGroveHomestead

22 күн бұрын

Agree! I was not happy to learn that Toyota no longer offered the V8! Thanks for watching.

I have my cdl's and don't mind vehicles having more gears. In my opinion, if they had more gears, they probably wouldn't need a bigger engine. I still own a 92 Ford Ranger, and it's getting 21 mpg. My wife has the newer 2020 silverado. It's very costly when it goes into the shop.

@PineyGroveHomestead

21 күн бұрын

Ranger forever!

have a 2015 Highlander daily with 165K miles...looking to upgrade but refuse to get 4cyl turbo (very first car was a '84 Pontiac 6000 (yeah, way back) and it was a 4 cyl...way underpowered...said never again in life will I get a 4cyl (turbo or not!)... when ready, looks like it will be a '22 Highlander or bust.... by the way, also have a corvette and stuck with the AFM system...yes, I use my afm delete device! We are on the same page!

@PineyGroveHomestead

21 күн бұрын

Our Highlander is a 2021......still doesn't have 20K miles on it. You have to get one while they are still available with low mileage!

The way how I solved this problem: - a worktruck from 74 - a van from 98 for everyday runs Both together, worth 1500 bucks 🤓

@PineyGroveHomestead

14 күн бұрын

Winning!

This (including the comments) is very educational and everyone should see it...but will drive up used car prices.

@PineyGroveHomestead

20 күн бұрын

Thanks for the comment!

Brad, I agree with your views 100%. I have a 23 year old Tundra with 160k miles and have reached the conclusion that it's going to have to go the distance with me. I have the 4.7L V8 that was designed for the Lexus back in the 90's, and it has been a good one so far. Toyota just recalled 600k 2022 Tundras and seem to be blaming the main bearing failures on "debris in the oil", which is almost certainly Marketing Department balderdash. The Toyota engineers should know how to build a good oiling system by now. They just forfeited their "legendary reliability" with this screw-up and I don't see them getting their mojo back anytime soon.

@PineyGroveHomestead

22 күн бұрын

My buddy has that Lexus engine....270K miles. He drove it to the Keys last summer....that's like 12 hours. Never worried! Thanks for watching.

Good looking truck! Congrats!

@PineyGroveHomestead

22 күн бұрын

Thanks man! Show us that TRD you just got!

@PeeksPeakHobbyHomestead

22 күн бұрын

@@PineyGroveHomestead it’s coming! We have a couple of upgrades to share too!

I have the very same truck and yes the EPA is why they are expensive and not as reliable

@PineyGroveHomestead

8 күн бұрын

Facts!

I totally agree with everything you said.

@PineyGroveHomestead

21 күн бұрын

Frustrating, isn't it?

My dad has a 2007 Chevy Suburban 1500 with active fuel management. Has 460k miles on it and has never even had a water pump. Heads have never been off. Still gets 17mpg around town. Changes the oil every 5k miles with synthetic. I think the reason people have problems is that they go by the oil change light coming on and the oil is too far gone by then. Just my opinion.

@PineyGroveHomestead

18 күн бұрын

Lifter failure due to AFM/DFM in these engines is well documented.

Agreed cylinder deactivation and putting urea in diesels has ruined these vehicles.

@PineyGroveHomestead

19 сағат бұрын

It's caused nothing but problems.

Hopefully with SCOTUS smack down of Chevron Deference, maybe the auto manufacturers with realize that people are sick of buying defectively designed trucks and they will go back to making good vehicles.

Trucks took over the mini van , so all the people that dint really use or need a truck wanted all those extras.. the market responded. think like everything else , nothing is made to last, that way they can sell new. Even all the mechanics are complaining about quality .. I have a 2016 Chev 2500 H D work truck with a 6 liter old style.. hoping its my last truck as it only has 75,000 so far so good and not a lot of junk to break. I wish it didn't have power windows. roll down were much easier to adjust. Good luck with yours

We have a 2021 Ram 2500 6.4 with 51k. No problems out of it

@PineyGroveHomestead

21 күн бұрын

As it should be!