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m4a1mustang · 02-06-2010, 11:32 PM

I would definitely want to go with the V8 Titan... the longer wheelbase should help out too.

Willing to consider F150s or Silverado/Sierras?

travisjb · 02-06-2010, 11:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by m4a1mustang

I would definitely want to go with the V8 Titan... the longer wheelbase should help out too.

Willing to consider F150s or Silverado/Sierras?

I guess... I've been by the local ford dealer to drive an F150 but it just seems like you get a little bit more for a little bit less with the JP brands... maybe I'm missing something though?

m4a1mustang · 02-06-2010, 11:41 PM

I was just checking to see if you were set on only JP brands or if you were open to more options.

travisjb · 02-06-2010, 11:46 PM

when it comes time to buy, I'll go drive 3-4... Titan, Toyota, F150, Dodge 1500, and maybe the Equator - need to do more research on how it does towing 4K lb loads

Josh@STILLEN · 02-07-2010, 12:16 AM

Hey Travis,

We have both a supercharger for the 5.6L Titan as well as the 4.0L Frontier/Equator..

Truckin' Magazine has an Equator with the blower on it.. should be coming out soon.

Just sayin.. lolol

travisjb · 02-07-2010, 12:41 AM

haha... might actually consider that if there is one already built, but not interested in another 'project'

Brazilbro · 02-07-2010, 01:07 AM

If I were to buy a truck it would Def. be Chevy/GMC.. I have my dads hand me down GMC 1500 4x4 1995. Its got 240k miles on it and runs strong as hell!! Engine and tranny have never been touched.. 4x4 works great. Ive towed boaats , cars , everything you can think of.. built like tanks. Dont look as good on the outside though as the nissan and the interior sucks

ChrisSlicks · 02-07-2010, 09:07 AM

My favorite tow vehicle for the moment would be the Silverado. The interior isn't as pretty as the JP vehicles but it can tow with ease.

I think the Suzuki would have a problem if you were using anything other than an open aluminum trailer. The Chevy would be able to handle a steel trailer or even a closed trailer. With all the rebates that were flying I've seen people pick them up for $23K brand new.

Mike · 02-07-2010, 09:15 AM

I'm very happy with my 07 5.3 Tahoe. It pulls very nicely.

travisjb · 02-07-2010, 09:28 AM

okay thanks all... lots to consider

racerxj17 · 02-07-2010, 09:59 AM

I vote 5.7 tundra. My dad has a crewcab, and that beast doesn't give much to my car until about 75 from a roll!! Simply amazing vehicle... Without the Trd supercharger. Not to mention decent mileage and 10700 tow cap...

Zless@arizona · 02-07-2010, 12:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by travisjb

when it comes time to buy, I'll go drive 3-4... Titan, Toyota, F150, Dodge 1500, and maybe the Equator - need to do more research on how it does towing 4K lb loads

The Tundra is built with a Dana 60-sized housing and ring&pinion; the Nissan full-size truck has a Dana 44-sized rear end. For towing, go big.

LiquidZ · 02-07-2010, 01:08 PM

If I had to tow a racecar, I would trust none other than an F150 or Ford Super Duty.

m4a1mustang · 02-07-2010, 01:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LiquidZ

If I had to tow a racecar, I would trust none other than an F150 or Ford Super Duty.

That's the way I am... I'm a Ford trucks guy through and through. They are the best-selling trucks for a reason.

Though if I ever had a DD truck I wouldn't mind a Tundra.

travisjb · 02-07-2010, 01:30 PM

Still considering Ford - the mfgr incentives could entice me to buy new

Just created this on the Toyota website... $37K pre-tax... I think the goal would be to find this same config but in 2007-8 model w/ 30-40K miles... I should probably ditch the TRD stuff, and save a couple grand... I may stop by the Toyota dealer next few weeks to see what kind of used inventory they have that is similar... Anyone know if the truck changed substantially last five model years? Thanks again.

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2010 Toyota Tundra 5.7-Liter 4x2
MSRP* $36,682

Standard Bed, 4x2 *See Disclaimers, 5.7-Liter V8 w/6 Speed Auto, Tundra *See Disclaimers, 6-Speed Automatic
$27,240

OPTIONS
- Deck rail system, 18-in. styled steel wheels with P255/70R18 tires, 50 state emissions, AM/FM/MP3 CD player, integrated satellite radio [1], with 3-month free subscription to XM Satellite Radio [1], aux/USB input with iPod® [2] connectivity, hands-free phone capability and music streaming via Bluetooth&reg [3], steering wheel audio controls and 6 speakers, Anti-theft alarm system, Back-up monitor in rear view mirror, Carpet floor mats with door sill protector [30], Cold Weather Package - includes heavy-duty battery and heavy-duty starter, windshield wiper de-icer grid with timer and front and rear mudguards., Daytime running lights, Fog lamps, Outside mirrors-power, heated, black, Power horizontal sliding rear window with defroster and privacy glass, SR5 Package - include Tow Package and Cold Weather Package
$3,308

COLORS
Black
Graphite Fabric SR5 Package
$0

ACCESSORIES
Locking bike fork attachment [30] $95
Bedliner with deck rails [30] $365
Bed extender [30] $320
Cargo divider [30] $345
Tube steps - black [30] $490
Mini tie down with hook (set of 2) [30] $45
Wheel locks [30] $81
Bed step [30] $300
Ball mounts [31] $65
Anodized aluminum shift knob [30] $85
Underseat storage [30] $125
Glass breakage sensor (GBS) [30] $165
Remote engine start [30] $529
TRD Performance Air Intake [31] $475
TRD Performance Handling Kit [31] $1,699
$5,184

Delivery, Processing & Handling Fee
$950

.

02-06-2010, 11:32 PM	#661 (permalink)
m4a1mustang A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Northern VA Posts: 55,385 Drives: on two wheels Rep Power: 6963	I would definitely want to go with the V8 Titan... the longer wheelbase should help out too. Willing to consider F150s or Silverado/Sierras? __________________ - Steve Zs & Coffee - Saturdays at 10AM in Fairfax, VA and Columbia, MD (Click the banner!) LIKE us on Facebook!

02-06-2010, 11:41 PM	#663 (permalink)
m4a1mustang A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Northern VA Posts: 55,385 Drives: on two wheels Rep Power: 6963	I was just checking to see if you were set on only JP brands or if you were open to more options. __________________ - Steve Zs & Coffee - Saturdays at 10AM in Fairfax, VA and Columbia, MD (Click the banner!) LIKE us on Facebook!

02-06-2010, 11:46 PM	#664 (permalink)
travisjb A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: GSO Posts: 2,803 Drives: VIR Rep Power: 189	when it comes time to buy, I'll go drive 3-4... Titan, Toyota, F150, Dodge 1500, and maybe the Equator - need to do more research on how it does towing 4K lb loads __________________ 2009 370Z #104 For Sale

02-07-2010, 12:41 AM	#666 (permalink)
travisjb A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: GSO Posts: 2,803 Drives: VIR Rep Power: 189	haha... might actually consider that if there is one already built, but not interested in another 'project' __________________ 2009 370Z #104 For Sale

02-07-2010, 01:07 AM	#667 (permalink)
Brazilbro A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Indianapolis, IN Posts: 1,131 Drives: Juke/240Z Rep Power: 849	If I were to buy a truck it would Def. be Chevy/GMC.. I have my dads hand me down GMC 1500 4x4 1995. Its got 240k miles on it and runs strong as hell!! Engine and tranny have never been touched.. 4x4 works great. Ive towed boaats , cars , everything you can think of.. built like tanks. Dont look as good on the outside though as the nissan and the interior sucks __________________ Juke AWD/240Z SR20 08 Evo 10(Stage 2) SOLD Fastest Sport 6spd 370Z 11.8 @126.5SOLD

02-07-2010, 12:16 AM	#665 (permalink)
Josh@STILLEN The370Z.com Sponsor Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Costa Mesa, CA Posts: 1,197 Drives: 2004 G35 Coupe 6MT Rep Power: 534	Hey Travis, We have both a supercharger for the 5.6L Titan as well as the 4.0L Frontier/Equator.. Truckin' Magazine has an Equator with the blower on it.. should be coming out soon. Just sayin.. lolol

02-07-2010, 09:07 AM	#668 (permalink)
ChrisSlicks A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: North East Posts: 6,203 Drives: 09 370Z Sport M6 Rep Power: 654	My favorite tow vehicle for the moment would be the Silverado. The interior isn't as pretty as the JP vehicles but it can tow with ease. I think the Suzuki would have a problem if you were using anything other than an open aluminum trailer. The Chevy would be able to handle a steel trailer or even a closed trailer. With all the rebates that were flying I've seen people pick them up for $23K brand new.

02-07-2010, 09:15 AM	#669 (permalink)
Mike The370Z.com Sponsor Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Loganville, GA Posts: 5,944 Drives: 370z Rep Power: 2187	I'm very happy with my 07 5.3 Tahoe. It pulls very nicely. __________________ NISSAN: 75 280Z / 86 300ZX GLL /87 Sentra SE / 03 350Z / 23 Z Porsche: 93 968 / 23 Macan GTS / 93 968

02-07-2010, 09:28 AM	#670 (permalink)
travisjb A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: GSO Posts: 2,803 Drives: VIR Rep Power: 189	okay thanks all... lots to consider __________________ 2009 370Z #104 For Sale

02-07-2010, 09:59 AM	#671 (permalink)
racerxj17 Track Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Socal Posts: 555 Drives: 09 370z Rep Power: 18	I vote 5.7 tundra. My dad has a crewcab, and that beast doesn't give much to my car until about 75 from a roll!! Simply amazing vehicle... Without the Trd supercharger. Not to mention decent mileage and 10700 tow cap... __________________ 2009 PW Sport/Touring/Nav M6 Stillen Gen 3 Intake/CBE/Berk HFC/BC BR Coil over/Phillips 6500k/Hotchkis Sways/Stillen oil cooler/B&M SS Last edited by racerxj17; 02-07-2010 at 01:06 PM.

02-07-2010, 01:08 PM	#673 (permalink)
LiquidZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Columbus, OH Posts: 1,940 Drives: Mag. Black 2009 370Z Rep Power: 705	If I had to tow a racecar, I would trust none other than an F150 or Ford Super Duty. __________________

02-07-2010, 01:30 PM	#675 (permalink)
travisjb A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: GSO Posts: 2,803 Drives: VIR Rep Power: 189	Still considering Ford - the mfgr incentives could entice me to buy new Just created this on the Toyota website... $37K pre-tax... I think the goal would be to find this same config but in 2007-8 model w/ 30-40K miles... I should probably ditch the TRD stuff, and save a couple grand... I may stop by the Toyota dealer next few weeks to see what kind of used inventory they have that is similar... Anyone know if the truck changed substantially last five model years? Thanks again. ----- 2010 Toyota Tundra 5.7-Liter 4x2 MSRP* $36,682 Standard Bed, 4x2 See Disclaimers, 5.7-Liter V8 w/6 Speed Auto, Tundra See Disclaimers, 6-Speed Automatic $27,240 OPTIONS - Deck rail system, 18-in. styled steel wheels with P255/70R18 tires, 50 state emissions, AM/FM/MP3 CD player, integrated satellite radio [1], with 3-month free subscription to XM Satellite Radio [1], aux/USB input with iPod® [2] connectivity, hands-free phone capability and music streaming via Bluetooth&reg [3], steering wheel audio controls and 6 speakers, Anti-theft alarm system, Back-up monitor in rear view mirror, Carpet floor mats with door sill protector [30], Cold Weather Package - includes heavy-duty battery and heavy-duty starter, windshield wiper de-icer grid with timer and front and rear mudguards., Daytime running lights, Fog lamps, Outside mirrors-power, heated, black, Power horizontal sliding rear window with defroster and privacy glass, SR5 Package - include Tow Package and Cold Weather Package $3,308 COLORS Black Graphite Fabric SR5 Package $0 ACCESSORIES Locking bike fork attachment [30] $95 Bedliner with deck rails [30] $365 Bed extender [30] $320 Cargo divider [30] $345 Tube steps - black [30] $490 Mini tie down with hook (set of 2) [30] $45 Wheel locks [30] $81 Bed step [30] $300 Ball mounts [31] $65 Anodized aluminum shift knob [30] $85 Underseat storage [30] $125 Glass breakage sensor (GBS) [30] $165 Remote engine start [30] $529 TRD Performance Air Intake [31] $475 TRD Performance Handling Kit [31] $1,699 $5,184 Delivery, Processing & Handling Fee $950 . __________________ 2009 370Z #104 For Sale

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