What happened to the TRUCK? - Page 3

madakira · 10-31-2009, 03:36 PM

This thread sounds like a bunch of old guys complaining about the evolution of automobiles. Seriously? Do you want to reach all the way over if you want to roll down the passenger window? Maybe we will bring back the old fashion crank start in the front of the truck. I am surprised you guys even have computers. I agree that having tv's and screens everywhere is not really needed, but power door locks and windows? Is that really something to complain about?

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cornman369 · 10-31-2009, 04:21 PM

haha two words, first gen. loaded was power windows locks and mirrors.
windows are nice, locks eh, mirrors wtf?
seat, requiers me to reach under to move it. whole bench at that pass dont like it too F'in bad
radio, have to reach over to turn it down
lights, dont come on with the truck {thank god}
but yeah i agree things in genral are becoming "soft"
ch

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drunk on diesel · 10-31-2009, 05:26 PM

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Originally Posted by madakira

This thread sounds like a bunch of old guys complaining about the evolution of automobiles. Seriously? Do you want to reach all the way over if you want to roll down the passenger window? Maybe we will bring back the old fashion crank start in the front of the truck. I am surprised you guys even have computers. I agree that having tv's and screens everywhere is not really needed, but power door locks and windows? Is that really something to complain about?

THANK YOU!!! LOL

is it really something to complain about when you can go buy a brand new truck without all them newfangled black magic power winders and locks?

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Danderson · 10-31-2009, 06:25 PM

Lots more profit on a truck with options and that's where the demand is. Dave Smith is the only dealer I know of that stocks a work truck. Most old guys in my age group suck up all those options. I think it comes down to personal choice.

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Moparman · 11-01-2009, 02:02 AM

I've never had anything go wrong with either one of my Dodge trucks. On my 2003 I had the beautiful blue cloth(which Dodge quit offering

) and the Infinity sound system with steering wheel radio controls. I especially miss that feature. I hate taking my eyes off the road to mess with the radio.

Another gripe I have is the seat back is not powered. I take my dogs with me a lot too and power windows are a necessity for me and them.

You guys go ahead with your no-frills trucks. I'm too old, I need my amenities!

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**Giddyup5.9** · 11-01-2009, 05:34 AM

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Originally Posted by drunk on diesel

THANK YOU!!! LOL

is it really something to complain about when you can go buy a brand new truck without all them newfangled black magic power winders and locks?

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H.R.D · 11-01-2009, 05:44 AM

Man give me a tank that has the interior of a caddy and i DIG it. I love new trucks man....JMO

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Bluedually4x4 · 11-01-2009, 10:24 PM

Since when is 28 old?

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drunk on diesel · 11-01-2009, 10:30 PM

it's old enough to be out of the loop in not realizing that 03+ trucks have boxed frames :p

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WyoMike6.7 · 11-01-2009, 10:46 PM

Attention:
For all you guys that hate them NEW Feminized trucks...
I have up for sale,
One Ford, manual start, manual windows, manual mirrors, manual seats, manual heater, manual air conditioning, manual airbags and manual stereo....
Purse NOT included.

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Moparman · 11-01-2009, 11:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by madakira

This thread sounds like a bunch of old guys complaining about the evolution of automobiles. Seriously? Do you want to reach all the way over if you want to roll down the passenger window? Maybe we will bring back the old fashion crank start in the front of the truck. I am surprised you guys even have computers. I agree that having tv's and screens everywhere is not really needed, but power door locks and windows? Is that really something to complain about?

Right and next they'll be b*tching about power steering and power brakes.

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dodgemaniac · 11-01-2009, 11:12 PM

i think we just get used to all the modern convinces. just like the cell phone. before they were out nobody missed them but now days nobody can hardly go without one. same concept applies to buying a new truck. people dont want old technology stuff in a new vehicle when they know theres a more comfortable option. i have to adjust the power seats and power petals in my truck to get it to feel right but yet in my 93 toyota pick that the seat doesn't even move fits like a glove to me
just my .02

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10-31-2009, 03:36 PM	#25 (permalink)
madakira Cummins Nut Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Camarillo,Ca Posts: 498 Thanks: 0 Thanked 4 Times in 3 Posts madakira's Truck Pics	This thread sounds like a bunch of old guys complaining about the evolution of automobiles. Seriously? Do you want to reach all the way over if you want to roll down the passenger window? Maybe we will bring back the old fashion crank start in the front of the truck. I am surprised you guys even have computers. I agree that having tv's and screens everywhere is not really needed, but power door locks and windows? Is that really something to complain about? __________________ Religions vary in their degree of idiocy, but I reject them all. For most people, religion is nothing more than a substitute for a malfunctioning brain. - Gene Roddenberry

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10-31-2009, 04:21 PM	#26 (permalink)
cornman369 Diesel Freak Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Flint, MI Posts: 507 Thanks: 3 Thanked 13 Times in 13 Posts cornman369's Truck Pics	haha two words, first gen. loaded was power windows locks and mirrors. windows are nice, locks eh, mirrors wtf? seat, requiers me to reach under to move it. whole bench at that pass dont like it too F'in bad radio, have to reach over to turn it down lights, dont come on with the truck {thank god} but yeah i agree things in genral are becoming "soft" ch __________________ 92 D250 pump turned up,gauges,straitpipe,headacherack,4in cold air intake. future mods: lift,more pump tweaks,chicken lights,3.07's,h1e,getrag mabey? winter fun project firetruck, 90'D250 618,dually conversion.3.07's,stacks! Last edited by cornman369 : 10-31-2009 at 04:23 PM.

10-31-2009, 06:25 PM	#28 (permalink)
Danderson Diesel Head Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Darn near the Mexican border. Posts: 1,803 Thanks: 3 Thanked 21 Times in 20 Posts Danderson's Truck Pics	Lots more profit on a truck with options and that's where the demand is. Dave Smith is the only dealer I know of that stocks a work truck. Most old guys in my age group suck up all those options. I think it comes down to personal choice. __________________ '07 2500 SLT,5.9,reg.cab.,G-56, 4wd,8' Northstar popup 24/7. Carli,Defiant,Kore,Lorenz and MADS.

11-01-2009, 02:02 AM	#29 (permalink)
Moparman Diesel Freak Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: arlington tx Posts: 963 Thanks: 24 Thanked 8 Times in 8 Posts Moparman's Truck Pics	I've never had anything go wrong with either one of my Dodge trucks. On my 2003 I had the beautiful blue cloth(which Dodge quit offering ) and the Infinity sound system with steering wheel radio controls. I especially miss that feature. I hate taking my eyes off the road to mess with the radio. Another gripe I have is the seat back is not powered. I take my dogs with me a lot too and power windows are a necessity for me and them. You guys go ahead with your no-frills trucks. I'm too old, I need my amenities! __________________ 2006 white quad cab Dodge dually, G56, True Flow XDI air filter system, FilterMag, am/fm/cd/sirius, Fluidampr, LineX bedliner, 3.73, gooseneck hitch, Mag-Hytec rear diff cover, rear bags w/ in-cab controls, P235/80R17 Michelin LTX M&S on stock wheels

11-01-2009, 05:44 AM	#31 (permalink)
H.R.D Diesel Freak Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Las Cruces New Mexico Posts: 921 Thanks: 11 Thanked 32 Times in 29 Posts H.R.D's Truck Pics	Man give me a tank that has the interior of a caddy and i DIG it. I love new trucks man....JMO __________________ 2002 3/4 ton X-cab SWB 4x4 5 speed, Volant CAI, Blue Chip VP44, Edge J/AHOT, PDR HX40, AD 100, CFM+, BD short shift, TRAIN HORNS, 4" 2 6" Black Mitre's!!! www.hotroddieselclub.com its the myspace for diesels!!!

11-01-2009, 10:24 PM	#32 (permalink)
Bluedually4x4 Diesel Freak Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Laramie Wyoming Posts: 542 Thanks: 0 Thanked 11 Times in 11 Posts Bluedually4x4's Truck Pics	Since when is 28 old? __________________ 1998 3500 4x4 5 speed reg cab dually TST #10, ATS exhaust man, 5" turbo back exhaust twin 5" stacks, SB 13.5 clutch, BHAF, 75 hp injectors

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drunk on diesel Diesel Head Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 3,121 Thanks: 3 Thanked 88 Times in 76 Posts drunk on diesel's Truck Pics	it's old enough to be out of the loop in not realizing that 03+ trucks have boxed frames :p __________________ '06 Mega Cab 2500 4x4 auto. Smarty, built auto, etc. '98 12v quad/long 2wd 5sp. studs, o-rings, FE, etc.

11-01-2009, 10:46 PM	#34 (permalink)
WyoMike6.7 Cummins Nut Join Date: May 2009 Location: Wyoming Posts: 443 Thanks: 178 Thanked 25 Times in 21 Posts WyoMike6.7's Truck Pics	Attention: For all you guys that hate them NEW Feminized trucks... I have up for sale, One Ford, manual start, manual windows, manual mirrors, manual seats, manual heater, manual air conditioning, manual airbags and manual stereo.... Purse NOT included. __________________ 2008 6.7 quad cab short box - Smarty - 5'' TBE RSD - EGR Blocked - Edge JWA (Used for Gauges) - Banks CAI w/scoop - Recon chrome ion cab lights - 2'' HBS leveling kit - Rolling Big Power R94 20x10 - Toyo Open Country MT 33x12.50 - Eyelids Last edited by WyoMike6.7 : 11-01-2009 at 10:54 PM.

11-01-2009, 11:12 PM	#36 (permalink)
dodgemaniac Newbie Join Date: Dec 2008 Posts: 10 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post dodgemaniac's Truck Pics	i think we just get used to all the modern convinces. just like the cell phone. before they were out nobody missed them but now days nobody can hardly go without one. same concept applies to buying a new truck. people dont want old technology stuff in a new vehicle when they know theres a more comfortable option. i have to adjust the power seats and power petals in my truck to get it to feel right but yet in my 93 toyota pick that the seat doesn't even move fits like a glove to me just my .02