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orion::S14 · 02-07-2012, 06:21 PM

A little savings due to fuel mileage is FAR offset by the maintenance required when owning a diesel.

Oil change for the F-150 you mentioned? $20

Oil change for a diesel? $90

Fuel/water filter - $60-100, every year at least. Don't have to worry about that on a gas engine.

How about if an injector goes out?

$50-60 for a gas engine, $300 for a diesel...and they are much more prone to failure, as the diesel will absorb water...corrode the injector, etc...

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If you want a diesel truck, go for it. But don't buy one because it'll save you money, it WON'T.

- Brian

02-07-2012, 06:21 PM	#7
orion::S14 Nissanaholic! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Orange Park, FL Posts: 1,666 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	A little savings due to fuel mileage is FAR offset by the maintenance required when owning a diesel. Oil change for the F-150 you mentioned? $20 Oil change for a diesel? $90 Fuel/water filter - $60-100, every year at least. Don't have to worry about that on a gas engine. How about if an injector goes out? $50-60 for a gas engine, $300 for a diesel...and they are much more prone to failure, as the diesel will absorb water...corrode the injector, etc... ... If you want a diesel truck, go for it. But don't buy one because it'll save you money, it WON'T. - Brian __________________ www.KA24DEvelopment.com