Outside my Windows I - A Magical Morning

[Aglifter]

A)  Diesels are much noiser when cold than when it's hot out, and they get quieter after warming up/breaking in -- I noticed when I looked at Ford's on a cold day that they seemed really noisy as well, but I haven't noticed much noise from Dad's -- admittedly, this is only based on the few times we went to dinner, etc in the summer in his truck.
B)  I've always driven diesels, so the noise may not bother me -- once you switch, I don't think you ever go back, same as once you drive a heavier truck, you never start driving a half-ton again -- just much more useful, especially if you ever tow something.

[Richard S]

Dave:

A few more feet into your yard and Spencer would be all but invisible in the snow.  Great photograph!

[theirishguard]

Dave, have you taught Spencer to flush yet?
The sound and noise of the 6.0 engine is a lot quieter and will make less noise as it loosens up as Aglifter says. I drive a E-350 window van and it tows the 25' Airstream like it is not even back there. The diesel engine is very powerful and a long life engine. Great picture of Spencer.
Tom

[R9SCarry]

Just 325 Vortec gas motor here but - I am reminded of my son's step-uncle, who fitted a jake-brake system to his big Cummins - and said it made hauling way more relaxing on downgrades  (love the sound too).

[theirishguard]

Dave, how is your Mom doing, I hope our prayers are working.
Tom

[MountainMan]

Well decided against the diesel.  Last night after a 25 mile test drive my ears, which always ring some, were rings three times louder and lasted until this morning.  So even though I liked it could not take the chance with the ears being so sensitive.

So I made a deal two hours ago on a F250 Lariat V10.  Drove the 5.4L but it was too small for the truck.  It has everything on it I wanted - color was not my first choice but I can live with it.  Tom - there are only diesel King Ranches out there - did a computer search out 200 miles.

Tom - thanks for asking about my mother.  Unfortunately the cancer is terminal with a 6 to 8 month surivival expectation.  We will hope and pray for the best since mircles do happen - look at Richard's wonderful wife.  Luckily my three brothers live close to them.  For me it is a 3 round trip so it feels good to know they and there wives are nearby them if needed.

[R9SCarry]

Dave I had been wondering too - sorry the news is not better but, good that family support is as good as you describe.

As they say ''hope springs eternal'' - it does for us all and it is something to cling to for sure.  I shall be sending positive thoughts again - and continue to do so.

[Michigunner]

Dave,

I'm very sorry to hear bad news about your mother.  

You know that we all send our best wishes to you and your family.

Bill

[MountainMan]

Thanks guys for your concern - it means a lot.
Dave

[theirishguard]

Dave, OK, lets see a picture of that bad boy!!! I think you will like the V10 engine. Thats the engine I have in my E350 van. Lots of power and goes goooood.
Tom

[theirishguard]

Dave, oh, by the way, I use Mobil 1 5W30 oil in that engine. It runs real quiet.

[MountainMan]

Tom
When and if I get the truck I'll post a picture.  The one I agreed on last night I found out this morning it is a demo with 3000 on it.  Even though it had all that I wanted on it the color, silver, matched our car and I wasn't thrilled - plus my current truck is the same color as Chris' above so not too different.  Now my wife loved the color since she thought it was neat to match the car. What do women know about what is manly.  Plus didn't want a demo - that is really a used truck if I could avoid it.  Plus there wasn't a good discount for being a demo.

Anyway the dealler found a new F250 Lariat V10 200 miles away.  It has almost everything the other did except the heated seat - leather can get cold in the winter.  Oh well I guess my butt can survive.  18 in wheels except 20 in - the tires will be cheaper - 20 would have been nicer.  Color a two tone deep red with a beige bottom accent.   So I'll probably go for it if it is still available.  

Dave

[Richard S]

Dave:

I just returned from a weekend at Critter Creek cutting up a downed tree and have read your posting on your mother's condition.  We shall be praying for her and your entire family.  Miracles can indeed happen.  My little wife's comment when she was told a year ago that she had only three months to live was, "I don't accept that, but even if it is true, I intend to cram as much living as I can into whatever time I have left."  She has certainly done that, and she now says that there is much truth in country music's song of the year, Live Like You Were Dying.

You mother is in our thoughts and our prayers.  

[MountainMan]

Thanks Richard.  It is nice to be on a forum were members are concerned for the welfare of others.

Hope you have enough firewood cut to keep you warm.

Dave

[MountainMan]

Suddenly out of the dark snowy night the "Demon Poodle" of mountain legend lore appears.