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I'm in the market for a new vehicle. I have a 2013 GMC with the Duramax that I use for work, so I don't need towing capacity or super heavy duty.
I want a crew cab and a short bed and probably a topper. This will be my personal vehicle, and I'm wanting something pretty aggressive looking. The problem (besides my lack of imagination) is that my garage door opening is abnormally short. My GMC fits, but it's close.
So, I'm on the hunt for some inspiration. I'd like to see pics of some aggressive looking trucks that are stock height. I've been poking around on the web with little success.
hurley842002
10-11-2017, 11:57
What are you looking to spend? I've already decided if I by a new truck it's going to be a duramax Colorado, the ZR2 has a pretty aggressive factory look, but is a bit out of my price range, I'd likely be looking at the Z71.
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171011/e909e92c335821ba5f34dbaa1bb5a695.jpg
Dodge? Lol.
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171011/f74d7d5712a7f0b378498b9ed5fc5f17.jpg
kawiracer14
10-11-2017, 12:46
Do you want a full size? It seems like the Chevy is lowest to the ground. Before I lifted my Tundra it just barely fit in the garage at my old apartment which had a lower than normal opening because it was a basement garage. Test drive them home and check.
I suppose $60K is the limit. Wouldn't mind a nice used vehicle, but we typically buy new.
Full size is a must. It'll be a family car, too, and I have a couple of kids. We roll pretty heavy wherever we go, and we've gotten used to having some room.
kawiracer14
10-11-2017, 13:15
Tundra CrewMax
16 Tacoma's are junk! No power and to much shifting.
Although the new 18 it's supposed to be a diesel.
A lot of guys are trading their Tacoma in on a Chevy Colorado. I traded mine in on a rubicon.
Jeeps coming out with a pick up also!!!!
I think I want American Made. I've got nothing against Toyota, I still own a 2004 Tundra. I'm considering a US flag wrap on the truck, one of the ones with very muted colors. It'd look stupid on a foreign truck.
The Ram with air springs might work for you. The lady is a bit kooky but shows what it can do. I've had great luck with my Ram. https://youtu.be/YgJ_wJ0Fzmo
That's really interesting. I wonder if it will drive at all at parking height.
I think I want American Made. I've got nothing against Toyota, I still own a 2004 Tundra. I'm considering a US flag wrap on the truck, one of the ones with very muted colors. It'd look stupid on a foreign truck.
Your 2004 was made in Indiana.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toyota_Tundra
My Dodge is pretty swanky. Power everything, satellite radio, remote start, etc. picked it up used for less than half of the original sticker price. Rides smoother and quieter than any Ford or Chevy I’ve owned. I’ve made two trips to Houston and back and it’s awesome out on the highway. Kind of wish the bed was about six inches longer.
Also, you could look into a 2WD. Should easily clear the garage door and used ones around here are pretty cheap.
Your 2004 was made in Indiana.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toyota_Tundra
I know this. I'm pretty sure the Toyota corporation still resides in Japan, though.
Also, you could look into a 2WD. Should easily clear the garage door and used ones around here are pretty cheap.
Funny guy...
Great-Kazoo
10-11-2017, 15:21
I know this. I'm pretty sure the Toyota corporation still resides in Japan, though.
Toyota's Headquarters
https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/cars/2014/04/28/toyota-move-texas/8358361/
GM is in Mexico, Mopar, who knows ?
Buy a Raptor and call it good.
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Buy a Raptor and call it good.
Yep. Raptor all the way.
hollohas
10-11-2017, 16:25
I know this. I'm pretty sure the Toyota corporation still resides in Japan, though.
Kinda like how Dodge is owned by a Italian company?
Legal ownership really doesn't matter anymore. If the company has a US headquarters, pays US taxes, employs thousands of US people, uses US parts, manufactures in US plants...it's American Made.
Toyota's Headquarters
GM is in Mexico, Mopar, who knows ?
Mostly Mexico.
http://media.fcanorthamerica.com/newsrelease.do?id=9117&mid=1
Saltillo Truck Assembly
Saltillo (Mexico)
Ram 1500 (Regular Cab and Crew Cab), Ram Mega Cab, Ram 2500/3500, DX Chassis Cab (Mexico Market), Ram 4500/5500
I vote Raptor. But will it fit in the garage?
hollohas
10-11-2017, 16:44
Minor hijack.
How the hell does a Honda Ridgeline classify as a truck? I have seen a couple dozen of the new ones recently, and dang, they are ugly. They look like someone chopped the back half of a mini van off and called it a truck. Hell, they even advertise an "in bed trunk". It really is a van. FWD or AWD only. And it's a unibody w/ independent rear suspension. It's no more truck than a Subaru Brat yet was a Motor Trend "truck of the year finalist." WTF?
[facepalm]
Walker2970
10-11-2017, 17:10
72230
hollohas
10-11-2017, 17:22
2019 Jeep Wrangler Pickup?
Minor hijack.
How the hell does a Honda Ridgeline classify as a truck?
IT DOESN'T. It's a Honda Pilot with a bed.
But hey, these days you can say a dude is a chick and everyone is supposed to just go along with it.
Hey, maybe a re-badged Nissan?
http://static3.businessinsider.com/image/5811081b8b987dc61af68dbf-1190-625/mercedes-just-announced-their-first-pickup-truck--and-its-gorgeous.jpg
[Coffee]
The Raptor has a lot to offer, but I wish they had other engine options.
Great-Kazoo
10-11-2017, 19:49
Minor hijack.
How the hell does a Honda Ridgeline classify as a truck?
[facepalm]
It doesn't .
Like the Avalanche it's a vehicle for people whose wife's won't let them buy a pickup truck.
But i drive a Ridgeline/ Avalanche. Sure you do, you put the seat back up after peeing, too?
Since you didn't like my 2WD suggestion, I'll now suggest a Mercedes 6x6 instead.
I've liked the Colorado styling. Aggressive, even a bit tactical looking. And relatively small.
https://i.imgur.com/DpMmFZ5h.jpg
I still vote for a Tahoe or Suburban.
So-so gas mileage but they ride really nice and lots of room for stuff.
I didn't read all the posts , have you considered a Ford Raptor?
https://i.ytimg.com/vi/9EQkooZVVXU/maxresdefault.jpg
I just bought a Chevy Colorado with a diesel in it, runs awesome. I have added quite a bit of aftermarket items and looks real aggressive. Fits in my garage and tows great.
Since you didn't like my 2WD suggestion, I'll now suggest a Mercedes 6x6 instead.
He'll need a bigger garage. [LOL]
I can't think of anything more aggressive than just painting a wolf across the tail gate and calling it good.
I can't think of anything more aggressive than just painting a wolf across the tail gate and calling it good.
Two wolfs!
Following cause I might be looking for a crew cab soon.
2 White Wolves Tailgate Wrap (https://www.amazon.com/White-Wolves-Tailgate-Graphic-Sticker/dp/B01M8LFO9E)
I didn't read all the posts , have you considered a Ford Raptor?
https://i.ytimg.com/vi/9EQkooZVVXU/maxresdefault.jpg
LOL! $70-90K for an F150? Get fucked, ford!
Fentonite
10-11-2017, 23:50
LOL! $70-90K for an F150? Get fucked, ford!
I dunno. A used Raptor with a 6.2L for around $30k seems pretty damned tempting to me. Time to upgrade the Taco!
Madeinhb
10-12-2017, 01:31
I dunno. A used Raptor with a 6.2L for around $30k seems pretty damned tempting to me. Time to upgrade the Taco!
Haha I'm been looking at selling my T4R and getting an 08-09 truck. Mainly that old cause I hate car payments. Looking at Dodge or Ford. Chevys resale is still damn high for those years.
I just bought a Chevy Colorado with a diesel in it, runs awesome. I have added quite a bit of aftermarket items and looks real aggressive. Fits in my garage and tows great.
How about a pic?
Aloha_Shooter
10-12-2017, 09:29
My vote is for the Raptor. I still can't get behind Government Motors after the way Obama basically stole the company and gave it to the UAW.
My vote is for the Raptor. I still can't get behind Government Motors after the way Obama basically stole the company and gave it to the UAW. I'm not bitter, but my GM stock became valueless. The way the bankruptcy was arranged screwed a lot of folks. I likely wont buy any new GM product for a long time.
And the Raptors are awesome.
Great-Kazoo
10-12-2017, 22:18
Two wolfs!
Following cause I might be looking for a crew cab soon.
Without the Moon in the background how can one assert their dominance ?
OtterbatHellcat
10-12-2017, 22:35
Raptors do have a certifiable level of badassery to them.
https://i.pinimg.com/736x/83/4b/0a/834b0ae0620cdc1407a5e51c44454ef7--lowered-trucks-gm-trucks.jpg
The "step bars" to assist you getting in are a nice touch.
Won't fit in the garage, but who cares?
http://i.ytimg.com/vi/UL0v7UAdky8/maxresdefault.jpg
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marauder_(vehicle)
^^ Good for getting around up and down Colfax, too!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ehy1GguJGBo
Jeffrey Lebowski
10-14-2017, 21:06
I still can't get behind Government Motors after the way Obama basically stole the company and gave it to the UAW.
I'm not bitter, but my GM stock became valueless. The way the bankruptcy was arranged screwed a lot of folks. I likely wont buy any new GM product for a long time.
This in spades. I've never been a GM guy anyway, but becoming ObamaMotors completely sealed the deal for me. Always liked the 'burb, but 100% no fly list for me forever. Honestly, Chryco is right behind them, and i loved my CTDs.
I dunno. A used Raptor with a 6.2L for around $30k seems pretty damned tempting to me. Time to upgrade the Taco!
The pictured 2nd gen isn't a 6.2, and most definitely won't be had for $30k.
Best I've been able to tell, the 2018 Raptor has 1 engine choice, the 3.5L V6 Echoboost.
Fentonite
10-15-2017, 02:00
The pictured 2nd gen isn't a 6.2, and most definitely won't be had for $30k.
Yep, I was obviously talking about a used one. I could never drop $70K on a truck, but am looking at a couple used Raptors (since I sold the Pinz). Depends what the Taco will bring in trade.
BushMasterBoy
10-15-2017, 13:26
I read a few bad reports about super charged Raptor V-6's crapping out with really low mileage. Dealer would say crap like you were being too hard on it, and refusing to honor warranty. Squeezing V-8 power out of a six is asking for trouble. Do the math. Be scientific. Don't buy the hype. I think it mainly was supercharger failure. If the thing is going to leave me stranded, I don't want it.
I read a few bad reports about super charged Raptor V-6's crapping out with really low mileage. Dealer would say crap like you were being too hard on it, and refusing to honor warranty. Squeezing V-8 power out of a six is asking for trouble. Do the math. Be scientific. Don't buy the hype. I think it mainly was supercharger failure. If the thing is going to leave me stranded, I don't want it.
Probably was a supercharger failure...because they don't have one. Maybe you're thinking about the turbocharger.
There are a number of engine designs out there using V-6s with direct gas injection and one or two turbos that turn out an amazing amount of horsepower and torque and are very reliable. I also read about teething problems with the early Ecoboost engines, but haven't heard much lately.
BushMasterBoy
10-15-2017, 14:10
Raptor SVT supercharged....I know what I read. Shed the Teflon on the rotors and effed it up. Guy worked in the outback of Canada. Older guy, never hot rodded it. Every new truck I ever had had some serious failures too. World of junk! I go through the forums a lot, and every once in awhile do a modification. Usually to prevent an impending failure. They use soybean oil to make wire insulation, and the rodents love that stuff. Maroons!
https://i.pinimg.com/736x/83/4b/0a/834b0ae0620cdc1407a5e51c44454ef7--lowered-trucks-gm-trucks.jpg
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hurley842002
10-15-2017, 14:34
Raptor SVT supercharged....I know what I read. Shed the Teflon on the rotors and effed it up. Guy worked in the outback of Canada. Older guy, never hot rodded it. Every new truck I ever had had some serious failures too. World of junk! I go through the forums a lot, and every once in awhile do a modification. Usually to prevent an impending failure. They use soybean oil to make wire insulation, and the rodents love that stuff. Maroons!
Perhaps the author(s) provided inaccurate information, or you read it wrong, is that even remotely a possibility? We all make mistakes now and then. From the quick research I just did, the only factory non naturally aspirated Raptor available is with a turbo, not a supercharger. The Lightning came with a supercharger. If I'm wrong on this, I'll gladly admit it....
Sorry to get off topic Tim.
Raptor SVT supercharged....I know what I read. Shed the Teflon on the rotors and effed it up. Guy worked in the outback of Canada. Older guy, never hot rodded it.
OP was speaking of a new truck. 2017 and newer Raptors do not use an SVT designation. As far as I know, the only SVT supercharged Raptors were older models using the 6.2L V-8s, which were 3rd party builds from Shelby (http://www.shelby.com/images/pdf/2013raptor.pdf), Roush (http://www.roushperformance.com/vehicles/raptor-2013.html), and Hennessey (http://hennesseyperformance.com/vehicles/ford/f-150-raptor/), like the VelociRaptor.
XC700116
10-15-2017, 15:31
Raptor SVT supercharged....I know what I read. Shed the Teflon on the rotors and effed it up. Guy worked in the outback of Canada. Older guy, never hot rodded it. Every new truck I ever had had some serious failures too. World of junk! I go through the forums a lot, and every once in awhile do a modification. Usually to prevent an impending failure. They use soybean oil to make wire insulation, and the rodents love that stuff. Maroons!
Any previous (pre ecoboost Raptor) Supercharged Raptor was aftermarket and thereby not covered by ford's warranty. Roush had a deal where they'd take over the warranty if they installed their kit on the truck Hennessey did something similar. There hasn't been a Ford Factory Supercharged Raptor ever produced for direct sale to the public.
XC700116
10-15-2017, 15:35
Anyway Tim, I'd look at a Regular F-150 crew cab with a 5.0 in it (like mine) and then do what I did with my old one and plan to do to this one. Leveling kit up front, Airbag helpers in the back. and 33" ish Tires and wheels. Retains all the warranty, drives nice, gets 21 mpg. and looks pretty nice. Put a nice molded topper on it and you have clean dry storage in the back for gear/guns/whatnot.
I just need to stop bleeding money on barrels and loading components long enough to save up the cash for the updates.
Yeah, I wish the Raptor had the Coyote 5.0 as an option.
Well, here's what I ended up buying. It's the perfect gun runner. It seats four adults, hauls ass, and with the hard tonneau cover, stores guns and gear securely and out of the weather. I did bed liner crap on the rockers, and now in considering it on the tonneau cover. At some point (when my wallet stops smoking) I'll do aftermarket bumpers front and rear.
Oh, it's a Dodge Ram Rebel. The air suspension is endlessly entertaining for my kids.
http://i65.tinypic.com/oa0if5.jpg
http://i64.tinypic.com/24lpwed.jpg
Looks good. Are you going to paint "Gun Runner" on the tailgate in cursive, like the name of a sailboat? If you do, it should be in bed liner!
All jokes aside, it looks cool. Never even heard of a Rebel before now.
dirtrulz
12-22-2017, 22:06
Was just going to post that you should buy a rebel. I have one too. Fit 35's and still able to get into any parking garage. Tons of power, 8 speed is great. I got the rambox, tons of storage. Even a good stereo if you get the underseat sub. Get 16 mpg in mostly town driving, 23 on the highway.
Technically any type of forced induction is considered supercharging.
Post #3 for the win. Sort of.
Congrats.
Jeffrey Lebowski
12-23-2017, 14:32
Oh, it's a Dodge Ram Rebel. The air suspension is endlessly entertaining for my kids.
Nice, congrats. It is a sharp truck.
Oh, too bad you already pulled the trigger; Hennessey building 50 VelociRaptor 6x6 trucks at $349,000 apiece (https://www.msn.com/en-us/autos/enthusiasts/hennessey-building-50-velociraptor-6x6-trucks-at-dollar349000-apiece/ar-BBH2DMy)
[Coffee]
Congrats on the new truck. I like the hard bed cover and pneumatic suspensions are pretty cool.
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