Ford vs Chevy: '00-'01 Half Ton

Archie F. Swin · 03-08-2007, 07:57 AM

While confidence is high that this thread will burst into flames or spiral into chaos...I thought I'd give it a shot hoping some of you have a substantiated take. I know there are some whom dwell here that are current or former car dealers, wrenches, and what not.

Along with considering a Jeep Wrangler to replace my daily driver, I will also look at some 6 & 7 year old full-size trucks based on their affordability and abundance. I would love to hear some opinions on Ford F150 vs Chevy/GMC C/K 1500.

boogblaster · 03-08-2007, 08:00 AM

Chevy looks better Ford will outlast it ....

**Skip Towne** · 03-08-2007, 08:05 AM

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Originally Posted by boogblaster

Chevy looks better Ford will outlast it ....

You got a Ford that will out last my Chevy Astrovan? 352,000 miles and still going.

kepp · 03-08-2007, 08:10 AM

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Originally Posted by boogblaster

Chevy looks better Ford will outlast it ....

Unless the F-150 spontaneously combusts. They did a recall on that, right? ...something about the cruise control switch... Make sure it has been fixed before buying any F-150 in that age range.

ILWarpaint · 03-08-2007, 08:58 AM

Ford trucks have been the best sellers for 30 consecutive years for a reason.

Valiant · 03-08-2007, 10:07 PM

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Originally Posted by ILWarpaint

Ford trucks have been the best sellers for 30 consecutive years for a reason.

Means jack shit, The only reason they have been best sellers is because of fleet orders and them being cheaper... There is no quality superiority or inferiority between chevy and ford.. I have owned both.. What you just wrote is pure propaganda... Are you the anti-rex???

**Skip Towne** · 03-08-2007, 10:30 PM

In 1954, the Corvette was dead in the water and about to be discontinued by GM. It's straight 6 with 3 side draft one barrel carbs just couldn't compete as a sports car. Then they hired a guy named Zora Duntov who said he could save the Corvette with a new engine he designed. It was the first "small block" Chevy engine. The 265 cu in. engine. It not only produced nearly twice the horsepower of the 6 cyl. but it weighed less to boot. After producing the 283 and the 327, Chevy finally settled on the 350. All of them of the same design as the Duntov 265. The last I checked, an intake manifold from a 265 would fit on a 327. Talk about getting it right the first time!! Also, the Chevy 4.3 litre V6 is simply a 350 without the last two cylinders. For this reason, Chevy parts are much easier to find both in a parts store and a salvage yard. Ford likes to change shit every year so nothing will fit except that exact same year and model. Ford trucks outsell Chevy for a reason a couple of posters noted. They are cheaper and sell more fleet deals. They certainly aren't better.

**Lzen** · 03-08-2007, 09:06 AM

I have an 03 F150. I bought it instead of a Chevy for a few reasons. I was told by a knowledgeable source that Chevy interiors tend to fall apart. Plus, the Ford cabin is quieter and safer. Just some food for thought.

**Iowanian** · 03-08-2007, 09:09 AM

I've got an 00 F150 4x4 with about 100k. I've had not major problems.

booyaf2 · 03-08-2007, 09:16 AM

Heres what I've owned since high school. Only troublesome one was the first one, but that was the one mom bought that i pretty much trashed, so the transmissions and rear end was self inflicted wounds. If you want a reliable tough truck, I always say go with a ford. I really don't think theres anything wrong with a chevy, but I don't plan on switching till i get a bad F-150.
1986 F-150 4x4
1990 F-150 4x4
1997 F-150 4x4
2003 F-150 4x4
2006 F-150 4x4

StcChief · 03-08-2007, 09:28 AM

If your aren't going to 'heave use' the truck Chevy will work.

Long term heavy use no Question. FORD.

burt · 03-08-2007, 02:58 PM

According to Polk, there are more Chevy trucks regestered than ANY other truck. Ford trucks MAY out sell Chevy, but there is undeniable proof that Chevy's outlast Ford.

recxjake · 03-08-2007, 03:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Dale "Fat Fingers" Mercer

According to Polk, there are more Chevy trucks regestered than ANY other truck. Ford trucks MAY out sell Chevy, but there is undeniable proof that Chevy's outlast Ford.

The new Silverado is very very very close to passing the F150 in sales this year.... Then you add the Sierra.... GM owns the truck market

burt · 03-08-2007, 03:09 PM

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Originally Posted by recxjake

The new Silverado is very very very close to passing the F150 in sales this year.... Then you add the Sierra.... GM owns the truck market

Yes, it is a numbers game. Accord counts 2 door AND 4 door Accords when they reports sales, Toyota counts Camry AND (Camry) Solara when they report their sales....so they can claim #1 best selling automobile. Chevy reports Impala, Malibu, and Monte Carlo, each separately.... If Chevy reported all three under an umberella name, like Honda and Toyota, Chevy would have the #1 best selling automobile, because combine the sales of those 3, they outsell the Camry.

With that said, though I sell Chevy's, I have nothing against Ford OR Toyota. I do chuckle at your signature tho.....

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Originally Posted by recxjake

Vehicles recalled/produced in the last 3 years :
GM has recalled 8.7% (1,157,900/13,290,487)
Toyota has recalled 10.5% (719,541/6,862,868)

CrazyHorse · 03-08-2007, 03:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Dale "Fat Fingers" Mercer

According to Polk, there are more Chevy trucks regestered than ANY other truck. Ford trucks MAY out sell Chevy, but there is undeniable proof that Chevy's outlast Ford.

Ford sell a lot more fleet vehicles.

This makes thier total sales numbers high, and thier durability numbers low.

03-08-2007, 07:57 AM	Topic Starter
Archie F. Swin This is the way Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: Wichita Falls, Texas Casino cash: $9975673	Ford vs Chevy: '00-'01 Half Ton While confidence is high that this thread will burst into flames or spiral into chaos...I thought I'd give it a shot hoping some of you have a substantiated take. I know there are some whom dwell here that are current or former car dealers, wrenches, and what not. Along with considering a Jeep Wrangler to replace my daily driver, I will also look at some 6 & 7 year old full-size trucks based on their affordability and abundance. I would love to hear some opinions on Ford F150 vs Chevy/GMC C/K 1500.
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03-08-2007, 08:00 AM	#2
boogblaster MVP Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Verdigris Valley Campsite Casino cash: $10004900	Chevy looks better Ford will outlast it .... __________________ WR or S please
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03-08-2007, 10:30 PM	#7
Skip Towne Supporter Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: T-Town Casino cash: $10004900	In 1954, the Corvette was dead in the water and about to be discontinued by GM. It's straight 6 with 3 side draft one barrel carbs just couldn't compete as a sports car. Then they hired a guy named Zora Duntov who said he could save the Corvette with a new engine he designed. It was the first "small block" Chevy engine. The 265 cu in. engine. It not only produced nearly twice the horsepower of the 6 cyl. but it weighed less to boot. After producing the 283 and the 327, Chevy finally settled on the 350. All of them of the same design as the Duntov 265. The last I checked, an intake manifold from a 265 would fit on a 327. Talk about getting it right the first time!! Also, the Chevy 4.3 litre V6 is simply a 350 without the last two cylinders. For this reason, Chevy parts are much easier to find both in a parts store and a salvage yard. Ford likes to change shit every year so nothing will fit except that exact same year and model. Ford trucks outsell Chevy for a reason a couple of posters noted. They are cheaper and sell more fleet deals. They certainly aren't better.
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Lzen Supporter Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Jan Quadrant Vincent 16 Casino cash: $2140692	I have an 03 F150. I bought it instead of a Chevy for a few reasons. I was told by a knowledgeable source that Chevy interiors tend to fall apart. Plus, the Ford cabin is quieter and safer. Just some food for thought. __________________ If at first you don't succeed ...skydiving is not for you.
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Iowanian Supporter Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Utopia Casino cash: $4708454	I've got an 00 F150 4x4 with about 100k. I've had not major problems.
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03-08-2007, 09:16 AM	#10
booyaf2 Starter Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Hays KS Casino cash: $1515005	Heres what I've owned since high school. Only troublesome one was the first one, but that was the one mom bought that i pretty much trashed, so the transmissions and rear end was self inflicted wounds. If you want a reliable tough truck, I always say go with a ford. I really don't think theres anything wrong with a chevy, but I don't plan on switching till i get a bad F-150. 1986 F-150 4x4 1990 F-150 4x4 1997 F-150 4x4 2003 F-150 4x4 2006 F-150 4x4
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03-08-2007, 09:28 AM	#11
StcChief Playing for #1 Draft Pick Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Just West of Lambs land Casino cash: $10004900	If your aren't going to 'heave use' the truck Chevy will work. Long term heavy use no Question. FORD.
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