Debating Diesel vs. Gas for Business
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Gas VS Diesel work truck. 7 years Later....
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Stanley shares his apprehension about buying a diesel truck due to concerns about Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) systems. He mentions that three people, including a mechanic and a dealership employee, advised him against it. These individuals cited issues with DEF freezing in colder climates (above a certain latitude) and the requirement to start the truck 30 minutes in advance to thaw the DEF, which is impractical for immediate work needs like plowing snow. Jason agrees that if low mileage (e.g., 15,000 miles/year) is expected, a diesel is not worth it for business due to the added cost and maintenance of the DEF system. He suggests diesels are only cost-effective for high-mileage users (e.g., 25,000-30,000 miles/year) who can utilize their longer engine life (300,000 miles). They lament that government involvement post-2012 has complicated diesel truck technology, leading to more problems. Stanley notes that, in his experience, the truck's body and components (excluding the engine) tend to wear out around 100,000-150,000 miles, making the extended engine life of a diesel less beneficial if the rest of the truck needs significant repairs. He calls this the "nickel and dime factor," where fixing non-engine components becomes more expensive than the truck's worth, suggesting work trucks are almost disposable after a certain mileage. Jason concurs that the DEF system itself "sucks" due to additional costs and frequent refills.
Goal: Discuss the practicalities and issues of owning diesel trucks for commercial use.
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