imbuffnotreally
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[font=Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif]Hi everyone![/font]
[font=Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif]I appreciate all the input on my last thread - it has been very helpful. However, looking back I now realize I didn't really ask the proper question in regard to the info I was looking for. So, I hope it's ok that I've started this one.[/font]
[font=Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif]I'm looking at primarily box trucks as my potential vehicle of choice - step vans being a close second, but not convinced of them for my needs yet. I've honed in on box trucks (16-18ft) because they're relatively large and don't have wheel wells protruding through the floor (not to mention them being the cheapest option based on my research thus far). My main reason for a truck this big is because I must have a relatively large (about 6ft x 7ft) office space for my work, given the type of work I'm in.[/font]
[font=Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif]So with all that said, my question is this - [/font]
[font=Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif]Are there any engines specifically that I should undoubtedly stay clear of in box trucks?[/font]
[font=Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif]I understand that generally it depends on the age of the engine, mileage and how well it was taken care of - that's not my question. My question is - are there any engine manufacturers, year models, fuel types, engine sizes, or a combination of them all that are widely known in the automotive industry to have a bad reputation of reliability?[/font]
[font=Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif]For example - I read online that the 14ft and below Uhaul trucks use a GMC engine, but the bigger ones use a Ford engine. And it seems that Ford engine Uhauls don't have a good reputation. Is this true? If so, why?[/font]
[font=Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif]I'm not a mechanic and I won't pretend to be. I have done things such as replace u-joints, leaf springs, quarter panels, install suspension air bags, etc... (with a lot of reading, videos and headaches). But when it comes to engines, all I really know is how to change the oil and maybe the spark plugs and a belt here and there. I don't know much (or anything) about the things I've asked about above.[/font]
[font=Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif]I'm doing as much research as I can and am learning a lot. But if you guys have any insight I'd be much appreciative to hear it![/font]
[font=Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif]I appreciate all the input on my last thread - it has been very helpful. However, looking back I now realize I didn't really ask the proper question in regard to the info I was looking for. So, I hope it's ok that I've started this one.[/font]
[font=Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif]I'm looking at primarily box trucks as my potential vehicle of choice - step vans being a close second, but not convinced of them for my needs yet. I've honed in on box trucks (16-18ft) because they're relatively large and don't have wheel wells protruding through the floor (not to mention them being the cheapest option based on my research thus far). My main reason for a truck this big is because I must have a relatively large (about 6ft x 7ft) office space for my work, given the type of work I'm in.[/font]
[font=Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif]So with all that said, my question is this - [/font]
[font=Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif]Are there any engines specifically that I should undoubtedly stay clear of in box trucks?[/font]
[font=Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif]I understand that generally it depends on the age of the engine, mileage and how well it was taken care of - that's not my question. My question is - are there any engine manufacturers, year models, fuel types, engine sizes, or a combination of them all that are widely known in the automotive industry to have a bad reputation of reliability?[/font]
[font=Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif]For example - I read online that the 14ft and below Uhaul trucks use a GMC engine, but the bigger ones use a Ford engine. And it seems that Ford engine Uhauls don't have a good reputation. Is this true? If so, why?[/font]
[font=Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif]I'm not a mechanic and I won't pretend to be. I have done things such as replace u-joints, leaf springs, quarter panels, install suspension air bags, etc... (with a lot of reading, videos and headaches). But when it comes to engines, all I really know is how to change the oil and maybe the spark plugs and a belt here and there. I don't know much (or anything) about the things I've asked about above.[/font]
[font=Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif]I'm doing as much research as I can and am learning a lot. But if you guys have any insight I'd be much appreciative to hear it![/font]