I was a long time ford man until this year when I bought a new dodge with the cummins. There was nothing wrong with my powerstroke I just had to see what all the hype was with the new dodge. I'm very happy with my new truck.

I think ford builds the nicer truck, but dodge has the proven engine. Combine the two and you'd have a match made in heaven.

Search some diesel forums and you'll see what others have to say.

When you go to buy a new truck I'd do it in Lewis county. You'll save a few hundred in taxes. Which is the only difference between most dealers. Chehalis and longview both have good dealers. I bought mine at Mccords in longview from John Goodman.

Another side note. I've been getting a little better than 18mpg even with the winter fuel and some offroading. Not bad in my book.

Good luck