New trucks are insanely large. 90s F series trucks may have had a similar footprint, they did not have any of the crash requirements of the new ones. They are much more cavernous inside. So inside it is fairly cramped by comparison. Just my 2 cents, or $5 factoring in inflation.
Thanks brother.I have been looking at the Tundra too but the lack of a factory rear locker is knocking it out of the running. Plus the Toyota tax is real and i'd prefer to avoid it haha.
As for the 10r80 issues i'm planning on getting only a 22 or 23 to negate that.
The 40k fox shock rebuild is new info.
Yeah I am thinking of getting adjustable shocks but I also haven't had complaints with the Fox. I rather do gearing first though but we'll see.
Obviously this is all subjective.... heres my 2 cents as a previous rebel owner and now Tremor owner (I am also about 6'3 190) :
Size: obviously the Rebel is MUCH bigger, whether that is a good thing or a bad thing is up to you. It has all the space in the world for comfort and storage and can fit 87 people inside. BUT that can also make it a real pain in the A to daily drive. While it was awesome having that much space, I am much happier with the Tremor. Its far less cumbersome on a day to day basis and I havent had any regrets about moving down to the mid-size Tremor.
Fuel: The Rebel is a lot of fun to drive, but as you pointed out.... she is a THIRSTY girl. even trying to baby it as much as is did in mine, I was lucky to get 15/16 MPG avg (maybe 17/18 highway). In my Tremor I get 21/22 avg and on the highway I usually get 25 (and have gotten better). The Tremor definitely puts just as much a smile on my face as the Rebel did, they are both fun trucks to drive (note: I use 87 and dont have a tune).
Features: This is where the Rebel is going to win no matter what. Full size vs Mid-size. The Rebel is going to have more available options and equipment. Thats the nature of the truck business, the big boys always get more toys. For me: heated steering wheel, sunroof, power sliding rear window, etc. are all things I gave up to go mid-size. Do I miss those things? sure. Are they necessary to my day to day enjoyment of my truck? No. Are they things that would stop me from buying another Tremor? No. But again, that just me.
Reliability: Time will tell..... some people have good luck with trucks, some people have bad luck. Yes, the trans issue is a known issue on the 5G. Just as known as Rams/Dodges with the Hemi 'tick' and info-sys problems . Every model has its issues but (especcially if youre surfing forums) for every person irate about their *insert issue here*, there are usually 20 that have gone 100k without that issue. As far as the Ranger goes, did it stop me from buying my Tremor? no. But I did visit @Zach@granger for a killer deal on an extended warranty that will cover me long beyond when I plan on getting rid of my truck.
Im happy to answer any questions either way.
For me, it comes down to this: If you put both of them in front of me and told me to pick one (based on my experiences) Id still pick the Ranger.
P.S. I know people keep complaining about the Fox Shocks so I'll add this.... every manufacturer has recommended service intervals. A simple google search will reveal that the avg recommend replacement is 50-80k for vehicle shocks (depending on use and quailty). Most people dont, they drive it till it breaks and then replace it. The upside to a 'performance' parts like the Fox shocks is that you dont need to replace them. they can be refurbished and made good as new again for a fraction of the cost.
P.P.S. Go Army, Sink Navy.
What is that spasm on the right?Was news to me too a few weeks back. Unless Fox does something different with the Ranger shocks. There was a thread or two in here about it. Here is a link I quickly found. At least they can be rebuilt though. There is a company around here that does it mobile I may use. Maybe see what he can do about tuning too.
https://www.shocksurplus.com/blogs/...okefvL_caHIjeOOtPCPLquP-vEdvylb_j3nlfVZe5g_2n
I'm only 5'7" but man I have been in this loaner F150 for 2 weeks now and can't wait to get my Ranger back. Yes the interior is like a cave but daily driving it in the city is a pain. All of the advantages of the F150 only show on a road trip/towing for me personally.
I do want to say though, I previously had a loaner F150 2.7L and was surprised how good it felt. That in the new Ranger would be awesome. I kinda hope we get the next gen Tremor soon to see what Ford has up its sleeve. This new one they have me in is the hybrid and that 3.5L is pretty beastly in sport mode.
Yeah I would say the Ranger today reminds me more of those 90's F150 size wise. The old mid-size trucks of the 90's are kind of the size of the new Mav. The new Full size trucks are flat our huge though. lol Reminds me of a picture I took actually..... I had to park here this week to meet a client in a loaner F150 and it was such a pain.
