Did I Buy the Wrong Truck? 

Thank you both for Truck & Trailer Tuesday. I'm enjoying them. Y'all take care and God bless.

Great video as always I just love truck and trailer Tuesday. I understand what you are talking about CDL requirements for pulling a trailer I used to be a truck driver and the CDL can get very expensive I think you made the best choice of truck for your needs. May God bless you and your family Tim

The "perfect" truck is one that you can afford, you're satisfied with, and meets your needs. If your new F350 meets those benchmarks, then it's the perfect truck for you!

I have had the same size truck you purchased for 14 years. I also have the diesel. You chose the best configuration for your situation. Great job!!

Tim you did a great job finding out what kind of truck to your need's and you two pick out the right name 👍👍👍

Hey Tim, It is refreshing to see this type of video where the author is not bashing truck brands. Thanks!

Personally, you're doing everything right. What works for you is all that matters. You put out some excellent information. Keep up the good work.

A rule I live by when purchasing equipment, vehicles and even kids clothes is to go bigger then what you think you need. It gives you room to grow and you only have to buy it once.

Great choice of truck Tim I think your going to be very pleased with it. Always enjoy your videos.

I have the diesel 8 ft bed 4x4 4 door It's a bear to park but boy is it more comfortable on long trips , smoother ride

Another great video! LOVE the verses at the end.

I like this new segment of videos , good job Tim. very informative. keep it going.

Great video Tim. As long as you and the family are happy with your choice, you have chosen well!

Good video, I like the way you explain your process for the decision you made. You are right, it is an individual decision depending on what 'you' are going to do. Thanks

Love everything about your truck. Right brand, right size and right color. If I order one today it would be exactly he same.

You’re so right, “needs change.” My dearly departed friend used to say “one thing calls for another” meaning when you acquire something it is going cause you to acquire another something.

As always a very well done video....good explanation and thought through ideas for people who are about to spend a bunch of dollars on their new truck. I need Tims videos as much as my daily tea 😉 .Thanks a lot.

Tim, Thank you for a very informative video. You are correct we tend to grow into our machines depends on our present demand or needs.

Amen !! Another scripture that speaks to me !!! Thank you Christy !!!! Appreciate your insight Mr. Tim !! Great content !!! You all be safe and God bless you !!!!! Eddy

Good info and a lot to consider. Your video laid a lot out there for folks to chew on. Great video, Tim & Christi. Thumbs up.

I believe you bought the perfect truck for everything you do! Thanks for another great video

You made the best choice. You can’t go wrong with what you have. Happy Trails!

Great information and i can say that honestly as my experience dictates. I did a logging buisness for years and to avoid CDLs i had a modified 1/2 ton chevy 4x4 and a triaxle car and equipment trailer that i could put log bunks on for logs. I often had gross weights of 22,000 with that set up with very little problems ever. The biggest trick is not be in a hurry but take your time.

SRW Fords have the Sterling Heights 10.5 axle. F350 DRW trucks have the Dana 80 axle. Great conversation about buying as much truck as you need now, with an eye toward future needs. I’ve had several Super Duty cab and bed combinations over the last 14-15 years. I found both bed lengths to be great.

Great information. I drove an F-250 and an F-350 as work trucks. They were the exact same package except for the Diesel engine in the 350 and a gasoline engine in the 250. The extra power in the Diesel engine was worth the cost difference as far as towing power. My personal vehicle is an F-150 with the 5.0 engine. It has plenty of power to tow anything that I might need to. My biggest issue now is that I didn't get the trailer brakes when I purchased my trailer. I didn't think far enough in advance and never planned of towing anything heavy enough to require trailer brakes. Thanks for all of your great information!!!

As someone who has also had a few different combos over the years I think you made the right choice in size and power plant to grow your business.

I have a 2017 ram 2500 crew cab 8 foot bed with a cummins and 6 speed manual it tows good but it takes some getting used to parking in tight spots but you made the choice that fits you and youre needs good vidja tim

You certainly made the right choice. I bought a 3500 with the diesel in 2017. Since I knew I would be towing the majority of the time with the truck, I wanted something that would be able to take anything I threw at it. Overkill is always better than underkill in my opinion.

Good videos this truck and trailer Tuesday very informative thanks.

Good information, thank you Tim, also loved the clips of the daughter when she was little!!

I guess there will always be people who think their solution is a one size fits all and if yours isn't the same as theirs, you are wrong. You did a fine job of pointing out many of the things people should consider and why.

Tim I had the same truck and put over 200,000 miles on it. built by Ford as of now I have my second Ford Ranger as well as the Mazda which was a ford Ranger. I have had great satisfaction and very few problems.

I have a 93 model F250 7.3 L Diesel with a 5-speed transmission. My brother always ask me why do you keep that old truck I tell him cuz it's not worn out yet. I only have 309,000 miles on it. I do a lot of the same kind of work you do but with a 50 horsepower tractor Sometimes I rent a dozer or small track hoe. The last time I rented a dozer it was aD5c , I went over the scales in our local co-op I weighed 34800. It won't be first in a race but it'll do the job. I love watching your videos keep up the good work

Haven’t watched the video yet, but I have to comment on the thumbnail!! I have a mint condition 89 Mazda B2600 4x4 Cab Plus. It still drives great!!

I love the truck and trailer tuesday. Thanks for the entertainment and knowledge.

“If it’s good enough for Dad, it’s good enough for me.” The older I get, the more I realize how much wisdom is in that simple statement.

The 350 diesel is the right choice you will like that truck more every time you drive it. I have the same big red truck and use it to haul a case 450c dozer and a 35 mini excavator with it does with ease great truck and great video

A big(ger) truck can all jobs, big and small. But a small truck is quite limited in is potential. I enjoy your new Tuesday series!

Tim, absolutely. If you want to avoid the cdl issue, get a roll back or roll off that is under 26,000 gvw. This works well for compact equipment. I have a couple of contractor friends that have switched from one ton/ trailer combos to roll off with different bodies. Hope this helps .

I'm enjoying videos like this. I currently have a 50hp tractor but not a truck or trailor to haul it. I will eventually tho so i can start doing side jobs with it

Good decision. My history with trucks is similar to yours. I have a 2016 f 250 6.7 power stroke. If the trailer being pulled has brakes you don't even feel it is there. I have a friend that has done some work to his and now he picks on mustangs and vetts. 😊

Very enjoyable and well thought out. Based on your thoughts and your apparent current business model I think you are probably already thinking in terms of a fleet. Probably adding another full size truck for the girls who can deliver the second machine and the the additional trailer which will probably be a dumper. Keep up the good work. 😀

I like your point of planning in the future. I eventually want to get a tractor, camper and boat. Long term plans. So I bought a 3500 single wheel crew cab 8'bed 4x4 gas. Since for the amount of towing I do now I could not justify even to myself to get a diesel with the added cost and not a huge improvement in mileage. It is also a kinda rare combo to find used by the way.

My current pickup is a ‘11 F 350 crew cab DRW with 3.73 gears and eight foot bed. It is a beast to park in small spots like you said. I have Sulastic spring hangers and air bags on the rear. The stock rear suspension was not as sturdy under load as my 05 Dodge DRW. I tow a Bighorn fifth wheel that weighs around 15000 lbs and a boat bass boat behind it. I’m just a bit over length. The rig will run down the highway at 75 mph with a 40 mph crosswind at 90 degrees. . I also an excavator that weighs around 20000 that I pull on a gooseneck. This gear ratio is the best of both worlds. It gives decent mileage and great power. I get 10 to 12 mpg loaded depending on wind. I have a 55 gallon aux tank . I have a friend that did not opt for the diesel. He has a GM 3500 SRW with a 6.5 bed. He recently moved a neighbor from central KS to central CO. With the short bed he only has a 24 gallon tank. At 6 mpg he did not pass up very many gas stations. The cost of maintaining the diesel is considerably higher. Just a few things to consider.

Good choice. I feel you absolutely cannot go wrong with the single wheel 1 ton.

We started with a Dodge 3500 with a 35’ gooseneck on the farm.... it towed A LOT and frankly with two 7 series JD’s, Bobcat, and hundreds of hay bales to move it was over worked and ate brake pads pretty quick. So we stepped up to a Ram 4500 (crew cab w/ a 9’6” hay bed since it was a cab and chassis truck) and an international 9200i semi truck with a 53’ step deck. And kept the 3500 just for checking cows and moving hay with the hay bed.

Thumbs up too truck and trailer Tuesday 😀

Always great videos. Thanks

Great video Tim!

Great information Tim but you left out the biggest bit of information. Bigger Tractor, Bigger Trailer, Bigger pull Truck. Bigger Tractor, Bigger Trailer, Bigger pull Truck. Bigger Tractor, Bigger Trailer, Bigger pull Truck. It's a viscous circle. Maybe a new 100X60 pole barn on the property up north too.

I think you did your homework before you bought this truck. It sounds like you considered your future plans well this time. Lots of good information as usual.

These Tuesday videos are great. You can cover so many subjects and not even get mud on your tires! I just gave my reg cab F350 diesel to my son and now have a 4dr dually f350 diesel. You are 100% correct on parking and the 8ft bed. I have a gooseneck set up in my dually,too. Towing a heavy trailer with the dually is easier. Unless you tow 12K and more regularly a dually isn't neccessary. Windage is a bigger problem than weight. Duallys are very stable. I think you have made the best choice for your situation and I don't think NEW Casey and Johnny weigh much more than 8K together plus attachments. The new trailer should have side loading ramps so Casey can hop on and off without moving Johnny out of the way. I like to spend your money! Christy, just think of all the time, fuel, and wear and tear you will save not moving Johnny. See, I'm pullin' for you Tim! See you two on the next one!

My only suggestion is to get an air shock (Air Lift, Ride-Rite) system for the rear. I have had air shocks in the last three 1-ton trucks as it provides a way to level the truck to compensate for rear squat with the load weight. The truck rides better and controls the load better. Another benefit of the level truck is that the headlights are aimed onto the road instead of into the eyes of oncoming drivers. My personal choice is the Ride-Rite air bags with the Air Lift compressor and controller. The Ride-Rite bags are a heavier material, while the Air Lift compressor / controller is heavier duty, and provides independent control of the bags.

I always appreciate your videos. And that means a lot considering I'm a Ku.. cough, cough... bota guy. I think there's many truck guys like me that want a Ford SD truck, with Rams Cummins engine, and Chevys Allison trans. I downgraded to a gas F250 after my 2012 F250 6.7 diesel emissions left me stranded. Twice. But I miss the insane power of the 6.7. But my gas pulls 12K w/o issue. Just a lot slower. Anyway, God Bless and keep the great videos coming. God Rules.

I recently went from a f150 to a f250 I went with the gas do to the extra 30,000 for the Diesel engine figured can by a lot of gas for 30 grand plus you have emissions and higher maintenance cost with the diesel very good video enjoy watching them

Congrats I got the f 150 2016 you'll love the ford

I drive a 2001 F350 7.3L Diesel Crewcab 4x4. It takes an acre or five lanes to turn 180. But, I love the size. I would drive a Pete if I had one. Actually considering new trucks myself right now and the F550, Ram 5500, Chevy/GMC 5500 are all being looked at. I am also considering the International Terrastar. They use the same cab as the larger Durastar and wow is it roomy. I don't haul trailers often, but want my options open. I hold a CDL Interstate Class A license so size is not an issue. Actually, one of my work vehicles we call Goliath is a 53 foot Freightliner Argosy straight truck. It is a Mobile Command and Communication Center for disaster response. That thing is a monster at 13 foot 6 inches tall. But, it cruises with Red and Blues on at 95 MPH. I know the 6.75 bed is the new standard and the 8 is the long, but my first truck was a 1981 Chevy 454 Big Block Crewcab and it had a 12 foot bed. That thing took more space than Goliath to turn around.

Hey Tim, I used to drive a 3/4 ton crew cab with an 8 foot bed pulling a 20 foot trailer. It wasn't hard to park, you just take up more space. It was a bumper pull trailer. It was hard somewhat to pull into the McDonald's drive up!

I'm very glad you bought a power stroke

Best advice I ever received about farm equipment...if you don't increase your Hp by 100% you will not be satisfied with the difference. Experience has proven that time and again. Buy smart and keep it a while!

Great information, thanks for the video. 👍🇺🇸

Nice informative video!!

Good job Tim

Great video 👍 👍 👍

Great video Tim

I have heard gossip here in Oregon that the DPF & DEF will be removed in coming years. A full bed (long box) is nice to have IF you have a toolbox in the back. Especially if it is "in box" instead of "over the rail" toolbox.

I chose 2018 f250 shot gas. Then put a 9 ft plow on it. I do like the size of my four door. Thx for sharing

Great video. I will be looking forward to the weights and CDL video. I don't think a lot of folks realize exactly how fast 26,000 lbs can add up.

As my dad always says, you can't have a big enough truck and trailer in this business ( within reason of course). A half ton might have done the job but they're not meant to tow that much weight like you seam to be towing. Good thing you went with a 350 as you can keep it and grow into it especially if you're pulling both pieces of equipment multiple times. Not to mention, it's not just about the everyday, but also those few times you own the truck that the extra power really pays off. My dad was going to go with the 5.3 in his new truck, luckely decided the 6.2 was best and ended up pulling an excavator with it a few months after owning it.

If you tow as much as you do with the weights you pull, I 100% agree with the diesel...long bed vs short box well the crew cab with a 6 box is about the same length as a Reg cab long box isn't it? It the total wheel base length that makes the difference in towing the the box length

Hi Tim and Christy Tim you have have to be careful How you say TRUCK & TRAILER TUESDAY you have to get whatever is best for your needs a lot of good tips there Tim

I've got a 95 F-250 with the 7.5 in it. It's got endless power till today. I had to take a new Holland skid steer to the dealer and the trip consisted of several hills. Let's just say I don't care to do it again to often. It was all my truck wanted to do to pull the skid steer.

Your choice going forward for you seems sound. In my case, I've had a half ton truck and a ton dually crew cab. Both were two wheel drive. Both were near useless in snow and mud. I'm a half mile from the nearest paved road. Getting a ton dually stuck is no fun. I am an empty nester and a regular cab is my choice. I have an eight foot bed and can still park my 4x4 HD 2500 in a regular parking space. In your case, loosing the use of your short bed because you want a goose neck trailer may be a reasonable plan. I can haul full sheets of plywood with the tailgate closed. That is important for me. The other thing for me was price. I found my truck used with only 7K miles and two years old. I bought a 100K extended warranty. I'm happy with it now with 25K and plan to keep it. Good video Tim, God bless you and yours. Proverbs 15:22

Great video!

If you do buy a gooseneck see if you can get one with the air ride and you can have a lift axle on the front axle so you can pick it up when you’re turning around and cul-de-sacs or trying to get into a tight driveway it’ll help you save tires and wear and tear on that axle and you can even run with it up if you’re not loaded to Save on tires

I’m loving truck and trailer Tuesday

Man this guy does a nice job.

When it comes to trucks unless you're making my payment I don't care what you think. You have a great truck for your business needs.

Enjoyed the video , thanks

I bought a 02 7.3 powerstroke dually, with a 10'flatbed a decade an a half ago... itll still pull a house and I take it through drive throughs with a 18' trailer every morning for breakfast... best truck I've ever owned and not once have I felt that was too big.. just feels like a truck to me you get used to it

Good to see yoo looked at turning radius. But bigger pick ups are just going to have wider turning and heavier rides.

Tim you make you some excellent points in this video When it comes to YOU and YOUR truck you bought what you wanted and suit your needs. I agree about the 8ft bed I have a 2012 GMC 2500 Diesel CC with the 6ft bed. I like you am in a suburban area and go into neighbor hoods daily I also didn't want a dully because of the width like you mentioned I had a 1500 before I bought the 2500 my 1500 pulled my then new trailer ok but it did have to work a little harder the 2500 pulls my trailer like a dream and sometimes I rent larger equipment that I don't think a 1500 would pull very well. Bob Cats and other things. Tell the people commenting that its not a real truck because it doesn't have an 8ft bed and so fourth that if they want a 8ft bed they can go buy a truck with one but you got what you wanted with your Money. LOL Great informative video as always. Have a great day. God Bless!!!

Good job keep up the good work

My wife and I have a Chevy Colorado that we really like. We decided that once we would like another Colorado or( depending what's going on) maybe move up to a full sized truck. By the way, my Mom calls our truck a "Tonka Truck" because it's "small". LOL.

I'm Toyota for life. My 2021 Tundra Supercharged pulls all I need. Dump Trailer, Track Loader, Mini X. My last Toyota I bought in 85 still running at 800,000 miles and this Tundra will last rest of my life.

Good video Tim 6.7 diesel is a good engine you picked a good truck Tim

I’ve heard with the shorter bed, goose necks can hit the cab on tight turns and that’s why most recommend the 8ft for towing.

I own a dodge ram 3500 6.5hemi slt it's the #1 running so I love it

I've always bought more truck than I thought I needed it & never regretted it. I've also never had a short bed & have never regretted that either. I've also always had Diesel but my thoughts on that have been "evolving" & I think for many, except maybe those towing extremely heavy, gas is becoming a very viable solution whereas 10 or 20 years ago that may not have been the case. You have it m/l correct wrt the difference bet. a ¾ & 1-ton. In general, the tires become the limiting factor (there are solutions there too which maybe we'll explore sometime).

Tim Christi you are right GVW is number one in my book we on a 150 a camper special can tow 10000 lbs there is a lot more brackshitch compatibility you are so right do your home work I would prefer a smaller now I use it go to breakfast and train shows Thank You God Bless PaK

The funny thing is I just got that dually gooseneck ford today lol

I love that you're towing your "not real tractor" with a "not real truck." :D

Really enjoy T & T Tuesday !

I learned to drive on a 51 Dodge that you had to herd down the road instead of drive. Years later I found tightening a bolt on the steering box would fix that. My favorite truck? A tiny Ford Courier that basically had the Pinto engine in it. Oddly, it was actually made by Mazda, except for the engine, that was another Japanese company. Some Ford Couriers actually had the Mazda engine in them. A few years later and Ford was making the Mazda trucks, really a rebadged Ford Ranger. I seriously looked at getting a Ranger, but the odd thing was, I couldn't get in it and drive it comfortably while I could the smaller courier. I also looked at a Chevy Colorado about that same time, but though it ran great, the build quality left me cold. They actually had a line of painted sealer across the end of the bed about a foot from where it ended. Painted sealer? There was no way that was going to last very long, so I didn't buy it. Frankly, I would not buy any new truck now, even if I had tons of money. They're all kind of junk plastic with just a little steel or aluminum in the mix. Way too much electronics, which will always have a problem with going bad and leaving you scratching your head as to what the heck is wrong. These days, I think most anyone would be better off buying a restored older truck, 50's 60's or 70's. You'd pay less up front, and have much lower maintenance costs down the road. Sure they don't have all the nambypamby creature features, back then trucks were for work. With what you saved on buying such a truck, you could add anything you wanted, retro air, tie down spots, lights like crazy, whatever you wanted your truck to be, and still not have the 60 to 70 thousand in it that most of today's larger trucks cost. That's just crazy, pay that much for something that's mostly plastic and electronics that you know will not last a good long time like they used to.

Great advice.

Casey is gotten big, he is growing up. 😂

I just added a leaf spring and added extra larger rubber stopper.

Watch Big Truck Big RV channel for reviews on truck reviews, such as gas vs. diesel. I think you picked the correct truck and color combination. Parking and tight spaces are always an issue. Yours is the most popular configuration, which will hold its value better. On the new aluminum trucks, the F350 has an upgraded transmission over the the F250 in addition to more rear springs. If you go on longer towing trips you may want to consider getting a larger aftermarket replacement gas tank, such as a Titan. If you do only order directly from the manufacturer to ensure that you get a brand new one.

you made the right choice with the F350

Just had a Ford F-250 diesel 6.7 ..... got rid of it for 2 reasons .... Diesel gas went up in price by 30-40 cents a gallon and when I would go to a new state or town and needed to get diesel Hmmmmm lets see WHAT GAS STATION HAS DIESEL !!!? God it was like finding Waldo Ha! Now on a positive spin ....You will love the power (Torque) when you haul Casey Damn! Ford is a solid truck! So for that reason I traded it in for a 2018 Gas Ford F-250 and boy its built really well. I would talk about Chevy stories but thats for another day Ive had 4 trucks in 4 years- Chevy Ford and Dodge and Im not a contractor