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Had to choose between a new truck or fixing my old one for good.
My 2008 step van needed a new engine, about $15k. The other option was a $75k loan for a brand new truck. I chose the fix. Got the work done in Tacoma over three weeks. Now I know every inch of that engine. Feels more solid than a new payment hanging over me. Anyone else go the rebuild route and feel like it was the smarter play?
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gonzalez.rowan20d ago
My buddy in Spokane just put a remanufactured Cummins in his '99 F-350 for about twelve grand. He said the peace of mind knowing the whole engine is fresh, plus no debt, beats a shiny new truck any day. That's a solid move you made.
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mason.cole20d ago
Honestly, that's a ton of cash to drop on an old truck. For twelve grand, you're halfway to a decent used rig that's already sorted. I'd rather put that money toward something newer and not worry about what breaks next.
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