The Frontier Sixshooter Community Message Board - Finally after 57 years my first new Rig

Finally after 57 years my first new Rig (reply)

Dennis Eugene — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 03:59:05 +0000

Thanks Guys! And Hoot, Truck drivin' Dennis loves the Cummins.

My 2005 ran 140k and was traded off in December (reply)

Hoot — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 14:48:06 +0000

for a 2012. I had only one service call that I recall for a mystery problem which was solved by cleaning up a ground wire connection. I have been meaning to add up the "Total Cost of Ownership" as I did keep records. Maybe later on today.

At least you have the right logo on the fender! (reply)

Hoot — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 14:44:43 +0000

(Hint: Hoot works for Cummins and needs enough engines to be sold so he can retire.)

Nice truck for sure.

Ram tough. (reply)

Jared — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 13:02:27 +0000

Jack, I am right there with you in my '04. Put a new battery in 2011 right at 100K. At 120K now still on original brakes, hoses belt etc. Engine doesn't use a drop of oil.

Total repairs to this point was a $38 EGR sensor, $60 A/C blend door, a $85 door latch, and $1.50 for a new hose clamp on a leaky power steering line.( I hate those crimp on hose clamps.) I do all the work myself, so less than $200 in 9 years isn't bad at all.

My '03 Chevy has required a bit more work to say the least.

Yassir (reply)

JLF — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 18:30:53 +0000

Time flies when yer getting old.:) Bought in late 2003. Other than maintenance items, I've replaced one tail light bulb, and one crankshaft position sensor which cost me $95. Everything still works, and the hemi has as much scoot as it's ever had. No leaks, no oil usage. I like it...

JLF

Good lookin' truck! (reply)

Drago — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 14:14:51 +0000

Sweet!! (reply)

Brian A — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 12:48:12 +0000

Hopefully you will get many, many years of good service out of that rig.

Ram tough. (reply)

Slow Hand — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 12:32:09 +0000

Damn, Jack!! I remeber when you got that truck. Has it really been that long ago?

Ram tough. (reply)

JLF — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 03:51:44 +0000

After 10 years, and 100+K miles, my original factory battery recently died. I guess they just don't make them like they used to. I suppose the original plugs, brakes, belt, and hoses will go next...

gus.

Sweet! (reply)

rob — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 03:24:21 +0000

It's all about the maintenance. Take care of her and she will take care of you:)

Finally after 57 years my first new Rig (reply)

Cherokee — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 02:55:05 +0000

Looking Good !!

Very Nice! (reply)

Rob Leahy — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 02:30:16 +0000

Finally after 57 years my first new Rig

Dennis Eugene — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 02:28:05 +0000

Wife had a couple new rigs over the years and now the kids are all raised and gone and it's finally my turn. This will be my only new pick-up ever and should last the rest of my life time. Here's a couple pics I put it right to work. And here's one of the front end And finally a close up of the lic. Plate I'm really starting to love it. Thanks Dennis Eugene