Lets Talk 'Bout Trucks.

[CapricornFarm]

The interior of all the old trucks are similar back then radio, cigarette lighter, ash tray, steering wheel, with bench seats. Amc took the best of many ideas back then

But my truck is not that old, have to check on the year, i forget.

 

[The Angry Hen]

Here's the Explorer I have currently:

2004. It's a good truck, just has a bit more rust than I'd like to see.
-Angry Hen

 

[The Angry Hen]

And this is a Jeep my Dad had in the past. I like Jeep's, but this honestly wasn't at the top of the list. It did the job... But... Yeah:

 

[theoldchick]

We use Dodge trucks for our farm. Though I do have a 1990 Bronco that is nicknamed "Baby". The Jeep you see here is actually a work vehicle. Ruby has been used to pull calves at 2 am. She came to us via a friend's divorce. The little red truck way in the back was abandoned here. The white Hummer belongs to a customer. Hummers have crappy transmissions and certain models have been known to catch fire.

 

[The Angry Hen]

We use Dodge trucks for our farm. Though I do have a 1990 Bronco that is nicknamed "Baby". The Jeep you see here is actually a work vehicle. Ruby has been used to pull calves at 2 am. She came to us via a friend's divorce. The little red truck way in the back was abandoned here. The white Hummer belongs to a customer. Hummers have crappy transmissions and certain models have been known to catch fire.
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You've got some real nice looking rigs there!! I'm a big Dodge fan. Overall, what would you rate 'em/that one? (Ten being best, one being worst).
The Jeep is really nice too! My Dad told me when he was younger he had a CJ7. He wants another one. What model is yours?
Yes, I like the look of Hummers a LOT. But not the price or the bones. :/

 

[theoldchick]

I like Dodges because they are real work hogs. When you wear them out they are easy to rebuild and keep on the road. Most of ours are auction vehicles that the hubby has refurbished. The white one pictured here is our first new vehicle we've ever purchased. It's a tradesman type 3500 dually. No bells or whistles on this one except the necessities. Does have all the doodads for towing. It's a rough riding truck, though and the transmission has a funky way of acting in an effort at fuel economy. Our older Dodges have always been easy on the old bones. The Jeep is a 2001 Rubicon. The original owners divorced and Ruby was sold. She's a sporty gal who toted the family on camping trips. When I got her she came with an assortment of crayons and dog toys. Ruby came with a soft top which didn't last long around cattle. She now sports a fiberglass top, and while she's used mostly around the farm, she can take care of herself when stump-jumping. She's actually a smoother ride than the white dually, and with 61,000 miles on her she has a few miles left on her.

 

[The Angry Hen]

I like Dodges because they are real work hogs. When you wear them out they are easy to rebuild and keep on the road. Most of ours are auction vehicles that the hubby has refurbished. The white one pictured here is our first new vehicle we've ever purchased. It's a tradesman type 3500 dually. No bells or whistles on this one except the necessities. Does have all the doodads for towing. It's a rough riding truck, though and the transmission has a funky way of acting in an effort at fuel economy. Our older Dodges have always been easy on the old bones. The Jeep is a 2001 Rubicon. The original owners divorced and Ruby was sold. She's a sporty gal who toted the family on camping trips. When I got her she came with an assortment of crayons and dog toys. Ruby came with a soft top which didn't last long around cattle. She now sports a fiberglass top, and while she's used mostly around the farm, she can take care of herself when stump-jumping. She's actually a smoother ride than the white dually, and with 61,000 miles on her she has a few miles left on her.

Yes, they are indeed. You want a nimble truck, not one that's all about the looks like Nissan. (No offense to the Nissan truckers ). I am very glad for you that you have had good luck with your Dodge!

Rubicon's are good trucks, I have often looked into them. That sounds like a great Jeep! You and your husband sound like great investors. I am glad you are pleased with your selection of cars, you gotta good taste.

 

[theoldchick]

Here's the Bronco. A 1990 model, I purchased her from a veterinarian when her transmission failed. Before that, Baby, served her owner well. She went across the country a few times and finally settled in Oklahoma where she survived a tornado while doing farm calls. Once she arrived in SC, she continued her job until the gears in her transmission fell apart. Tears flowed when her owner parted with her as Baby had been a graduation gift from her father. Today, Baby is retired and strictly used for show and occasional jaunts on country roads. She's not fast but she'll get you there. She proudly sports her antique tag and has earned her spot in the garage.

 

[The Angry Hen]

Here's the Bronco. A 1990 model, I purchased her from a veterinarian when her transmission failed. Before that, Baby, served her owner well. She went across the country a few times and finally settled in Oklahoma where she survived a tornado while doing farm calls. Once she arrived in SC, she continued her job until the gears in her transmission fell apart. Tears flowed when her owner parted with her as Baby had been a graduation gift from her father. Today, Baby is retired and strictly used for show and occasional jaunts on country roads. She's not fast but she'll get you there. She proudly sports her antique tag and has earned her spot in the garage.
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Baby is beautiful! I am a big Bronco fan, the only reason why I didn't vote it above in my poll is because I have no experience with them and no family members do either. But there's one in town I've been eyeing up..If only they'd sell it...lol. A friend has one. What would you personally rate her/them? Would you suggest them? Bronco's are really nice looking. And they seem strong for the size. I am glad you've had good luck with Baby.

 

[theoldchick]

The earlier models are much stouter than Baby. Despite having 4x4, including low range, my Bronco is worthless for off-roading. The earlier more bulky models can rock crawl with the best of them, but they do have their faults. They like to flip when rounding corners and are known for engine, transmission and rear axle problems.