Look what I Found! New Dump Truck, This may BE THE ONE

Today we talk trucks and we need to make a decision, I went to Look at a new F-450 Dump Truck and am trying to decide if we should trade the GMC HD or the F-350 Super Duty. #ford #gmc #dumptruck
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[@jgigs6569]

Keep both trucks and get rid of the Bronco .

[@kenpool8507]

Agreed

[@myk55501]

Yes! I don't know what it is about the Bronco but not many people that have them like them too. like the Corsair car the one the engine used to self ejected itself.😂

[@Trumptrain2024FJB]

That's a smart move!

[@Trumptrain2024FJB]

Ain't no way I would get a gas engine on a Dump truck!!!!

[@davidwoods7360]

Agreed!!

[@davidclose5326]

Good morning Mike, I've had both a F450 Dump & a F550 Dump. I would suggest to get the F550 and would suggest getting a 10' bed. You won't ever regret getting a truck that can do more than what you need.

[@Trumptrain2024FJB]

I think the F550 eats front tires!

[@richardswann5300]

No MIUke. Go with GM !

[@Trumptrain2024FJB]

@@richardswann5300 you're on Glue! GM turn into rust bucket's! Ford baby Ford!

[@tucksmith8300]

@@Trumptrain2024FJB Fords rust easily than the GMC

[@johnclark5153]

​@@Trumptrain2024FJBthey all do. The biggest cause is the fact the front end alignment changes as the hauling weight changes. We have 5 F550. They have been good trucks over the years.

[@donmcc4189]

I myself would keep both trucks and swap in the Bronco. It really has no use for the business your doing. But thats just me. You know what you need. I enjoy your videos,and always watch them even going back to the older ones.

[@paulprigge1209]

Yes brake dust front wheels pretty Trivial! My gosh!

[@wildbill23c]

Neither does that Jeep. I would get rid of that Bronco and the Jeep, neither serve any practical purpose for anybody, they're nothing more than toys and show off cars. As daily drivers they both are horrible...not so bad if you get the base models, but the purpose built offroad versions are pointless for family vehicles or work vehicles. I bet if they kept both of the 1 ton trucks and add the dump truck, they'd be set for several years.

[@justinroberts3324]

Use the bronco for the trade in. The gmc would be a great truck for the wife and a good backup truck for yourself. Your spreading of the rock with the trailer was pretty slick.

[@davidpattison5860]

@justinroberts Hi there I’m guessing you’re either not married , or your wife never sees KZbin , THE WIFE a very 1970s terminology , cheers 🤣🤣

[@wayawolf1967]

Nothing wrong with calling someone by their actual description. Wife is an accurate term whether it be 1970 or 2030. You sound "woke" to belittle or want to change the word "wife" to anything else. Been married since 1985 here. @@davidpattison5860

[@wayawolf1967]

Yes the GMC is a lot safer vehicle than the Bronco. My wife and I both drive trucks for work and as daily drivers.

[@wildbill23c]

Trade in the Bronco and that Jeep on the Dump truck, keep both 1 ton trucks for the long term, I think they'd be better off in the long run dumping those useless offroad toys, before the prices on used stuff bottoms out completely

[@jackpoirier5023]

Keep the SD. Longer wheelbase will be more stable when towing at highway speeds. Plus, if you have a dump truck, fill that with firewood instead of the trailer and backing up in tight spots is no longer an issue.

[@MB12116]

I agree, and better to have all ford and maintain knowledge of all ford stuff than know multiple types of vehicles.

[@johnpowell2431]

I had to laugh when Hunter snuck up on you and you cut the video. I saw him coming. Guess he figured you were in the truck so it must be time for a road trip.😂❤

[@Jeff-zk6dk]

I agree with other people's comments trade in bronco and keep both pickups and definitely go for the F-550 good luck on you're decision👍🏻

[@python3574]

I like your overall plan for stepping up to a dump truck and adding to capability, as well as involving more family, however....... I think within a year or two, you will wish you had gotten more dump truck than what you're looking at. IMO, you would be better off with a medium duty F-600 or 650 with a GVWR of 24-25K, which is right at the threshold for not having to have a CDL to operate. I think it will provide you WAY more capability for hauling PLUS towing. Granted, you would probably have to look at used to keep it reasonably affordable, but I think it would be the better way to go, especially if you're going to take on "outside" projects that are for other people. Not to mention, Grandson Ty can be the first (probably ONLY) kid in his school that can operate an excavator, skid steer, tractor and dump truck before he even has his driver's license. I am Olive Drab with envy of the opportunities he has in front of him!

[@allanchilton6432]

Had a thought about the consumption on the GMC. Are you running in auto on the switch? If so, switch to 2wd then back up about 20 feet, this disengages the front hubs from the drive shafts. You should see a significant jump in fuel economy and lighter steering.

[@jaredspear8140]

Mike I will tell you I’m A Ford guy too. The brake dust thing drives me nuts too. I’ve started putting on carbon brake pads to my trucks as soon as I purchase them. There’s a company called PowerStop I use and it eliminates the dust and they last as minimum twice as long.

[@460duck]

Get better quality brake pads,,problem solved

[@sprint2648]

I had the same problem on my f250. Ceramic pads solved the problem. No brake dust at all now.

[@jaredspear8140]

@@sprint2648 I’ll never run anything else on a truck! With a 3/4 or 1-ton I even go as far as the drilled slotted rotors just to keep them cooler. I’ve run a set over 100k and not worn half of them. Not sure how long they’ll last but definitely longer than stock or any other material!

[@Lescqe3uj]

Too funny, it always seems to be the straightaways that gets me too. I think on the straightaways I try to go faster. Excellent work laying that stone.

[@nickwallace9955]

I bought my first dump truck F-350 chassis cab with a 11' dump bed and never looked back. Should have done this years ago. Mike you will love having a dump truck!

[@NewtonWashinton]

I like the larger fuel tank in the Ford. and the 8 foot bed

[@robertswartz4707]

Bought my t tag 17 years ago brand new beer regretted it still use it several times a week , very versatile you can't haul alot at one time just have to make a few more trips to get it done .

[@billyladner3062]

You did already backing that trailer up. Many people don't realize that the shorter the trailer the harder it is to back up. I remember when we didn't have power steering and had to back up in the woods. Have fun and stay safe!

[@pastormike5054]

Truck drivers in our area sometimes put a board in the middle so the rock spreads in the tire tracks thicker than the middle 👍good job

[@videopyc]

Great trick if it can be setup easily

[@spf58233]

Mike, I got to say you're a good man. Always there for your family.

[@robertclark2714]

You need to consider the weight limits when both the truck and trailer are loaded then compare that to the F550. Also consider stopping distance in an emergency situation. I have to agree with another earlier comment, a 10 foot dump bed is a lot more practical too.

[@mark02tj41]

I bought a 2003 F-350 dump truck a year ago. It has a 10' bed and drop down sides. The drop down sides are a game changer!! Drop down sides would be great for you for so many things. It could eliminate the need to hook up the deck over trailer when picking up new attachments, etc. I load stuff from the side ALL the time. Another thing that might be handy would be a "materials gate" built into the tailgate. I know that you normally either "tailgate" your gravel or dump it in a pile. But if you have a situation where you're transferring gravel from the truck to your load bucket, the gate is just the ticket. I was doing that a couple of weeks ago for filling in a small drain trench in a grassy area. Of the 3100 pounds of gravel in the bed of the truck, I probably only spilled about 2 pounds doing the transfer to the bucket. FWIW, my F-350 has a GVW of 13,500 lbs and weighs 7500 lbs with me in it - so 6000 lbs of legal payload.

[@olddawgdreaming5715]

Good morning Mike, good luck with your decisions together with Melissa on which truck goes plus which dump truck you buy buy for your firewood business. You folks are the ones who have to be happy with what you buy. Stay safe around there and at the Cabin in W VA and towing the equipment with the dump truck. Keep up the good videos and all the work you all do around there. Fred.

[@richardbrowne1679]

Good Morning Morgan Family 🌞- Have a Fantastic and Blessed Day 🤠. I would consider buying a cab and chassis, then put a dump bed on that best fits your needs. I have two dump trucks and if I have to do it again, I would consider a hook/ lift setup.

[@OutdoorsWithTheMorgans]

Great idea!!

[@martinmagee1711]

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[@martinmagee1711]

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[@WolfeRidgeSplitters]

Better buy it up before I do! LoL I want something just like that as well. Thanks for stopping by to say hi at the Bunyan Show

[@haroldphipps3457]

The folks down at Monroe Truck Equipment can set you right up !! Closer to you too.

[@haroldmcgee8915]

Three things: 1) I have the same problem on my Power Wagon with the wheel dust. If you don't stay on top of it it builds up and is hard to get off. Drivers side front is the worst spot. 2) The new dump truck. The price was a lot less than I expected it to be. I expected you to say 125K or more. But that's a good price for that truck in my opinion...for what that's worth. 3) I NEW IT!! You are now going through your truck Mid-Life-Crisis. Your going to dump Blueford for a new younger better looking model. Poor Blueford, no one loves her any more.

[@wildbill23c]

I agree on the price on the dump truck, I expected to see a $90k+ price tag...when I saw it said $55k I was like WTF, hell I'll just go buy an F450 instead of a new F250 or F350 which are damn near $50k for a bare basic model...and the F450 dump truck is 4x4 and a dually and not a diesel, even better.

[@billycook2688]

The wide track front axle on the 450 makes turning when towing a trailer much easier over the 350. We purchased a F450 two years ago with a flatbed. We tow our 16’ dump trailer from here in South Carolina to our property in WV with ease.

[@heymakerphd1982]

Can't tell if you got a quandry or conundrum, prob quandry. An idea that's worked for me; a slide in dump bed. My 2500 hauls and dumps 2 tons. More tonnage is more loads, not heavier loads. Or pull the dump trailer also. A 3500 should haul 5 tons. Beats the heck out of buying, licensing, insuring a $70-80K new dumper! Don't need it for awhile? take it out, set it down with your other attachments. I did another 2500 with a rusted bed, took it off, and scratch built another one, used a lot of angle and channel iron. Made room for an older John Deere wagon hoist. Can't haul it, but I can dump 8 tons with that wunnerful device!! Use it to haul big rounds in from the woods, then the dump bed to feed the splitter. Makes the neighbors wonder what I'm always grinnin' about! (Plus all the other materials.) It's a little longer than regular beds, and wider, so I can haul more of bulky stuff. Wouldn't be hard to make sides that fold down. Somethin' to think about (the slide-in.)

[@jnich17]

Mike, maybe trading in the Bronco is best. Keep both trucks. Put tonneau cover on the GMC for hauling things you don't want to get wet on long trips. Maybe even some slide storage in there. Keep the Ford for work. Just my opinion. You also have the car for shorter trips.

[@stevecarney6750]

You make backing a trailer look so easy, I would have had in the trees as soon as I started. have a great day 😊

[@MichaelJones1527]

I would get rid of the Bronco. The Bronco has the least amount of usefulness. The trucks will keep their value longer.

[@amossnowdaharleyman9179]

70K is a lot less than I would have thought.

[@rzfbgjy]

I like having options too. Thats why I’d recommend buying the f550 cab chassis that you like and having a local welding shop build you a heavy duty farm grade 8”x11” flat stake bed with that same 10k rugby scissor dump. You build your own different height sides from oak. Thats the exact truck I have and I haul many 6t loads of stone a day and then can also hold the larger volume loads of mulch, firewood, 6 pallets at once and green waste off excavation jobs as well. That tiny 3t bed is only good for real small loads

[@williampcoxjr198]

Mike, your backing up skills with that dump trailer are amazing!

[@terrybenton4553]

Mike, as another poster stated look into beds with drop down sides. Great for loading palletized material. I ran Chevy 5500's with 10' Galion Drop Side dump bodies. Also, check out the hoist - noticed the truck you looked at had a scissor hoist. Research the pros/cons of those vs a straight hoist. When i was specing my trucks, i looked into aluminum bodies because i liked the looks of them. What i found out was the weight difference wasnt there. Aluminum, being lighter, required more reinforcing and bracing driving the weight back up. I would speak to some upfitters (Zoresco, Lancaster Truck Bodies, etc) to get a good feel for whats out there. I know for a fact that LTB keeps a supply of pool chassis on hand, both GM and Ford. They will then mount any body/accessories and ship to a dealer.

[@johnspoon923]

Great choice to have. Don't really think you can go wrong with either one. Both, as you say, have advantages and disadvantages. Guessing it its Mellisa's choice, she should go with the one she is most comfortable with when she has to take the wheel. Looking forward to seeing your next step.

[@robertwazniak9495]

As for the new dumptruck... I would get one that would allow you to haul any of your equipment... excavator or skidsteer.

[@davidfrankhauser1666]

Love it when I see KZbinrs planning for the future like this. It won’t last forever and sometimes people’s preferences change and they stop watching for various reasons.

[@johnking8679]

......and nothing is forever !!

[@johnking8679]

What a dilemma, Mike !! Glad you've got a wise wife in Melissa !!

[@johnking8679]

Hey Mike, you know what they say - " Happy wife, Happy life " !! 😊

[@uainteasyb]

We use a 2019 F550 jump seat with the V10 4 wheel drive and a 10 yard Reading body for roofing. We overload the heck out of it all of the time, its a beast.

[@mattmoser6848]

Get a 11 or 12’ bed with landscaping flip down sides so you can load pallets or put attachments from equipment in there.

[@user-wc8xq6mx5w]

Purchase the 650 model and have greater capacity and very little extra running cost giving greater earning capacity and less trips to the Quarry Etc. Alloy bath tub is durable and it gives greater pay load, will out last steel in your neck of the woods. Unless you go for Hardox Steel, it must be this brand of steel, that is a new innovation for long lasting steel bodies and it can be made light, in a bath type construction. will not dent with large rocks or concrete. Make the body 5 cubic Metre cubic Capacity for versatility in New Zealand we have had a International AA164 7 tonner and its still in operation after 60years, in our family. I have always enjoyed watching your projects for many years. Have been operating quarries and shot firing rock like you. Iam a young 82 years, I wish you both all the best in your deliberations!! Best wishes, Tony and Judy Lipanovich, from the Mighty Great Waikato Hamilton New Zealand. Regards Tony.

[@davidfarrish9000]

Mike the reason the Ford gets dirty rims is the break pads are not repeat not the ceramic type. I suspect the GMC uses ceramic pads. Its an easy fix just have the shop install ceramic pads on the Ford.

[@ronalves9118]

Hi Mike It was great seeing you again at Paul Bunyon. As for a new truck and what you have in mind to sell more fire wood, use the excavator to do work and haul stone and dirt would seriously look at a 650 or 750 straight frame and then get the dump body that you need installed. Do not let the dealer install it. They make money on that and have no idea what kind of dump you need. Ron USCG RET .

[@jimg8218]

Mike, ask dealer about foldback cab protector on dump body, will help fuel mileage when empty 😊

[@joesjunkgarage]

Hello Mike, the brake dust more than likely is coming from air ducts somewhere located in the grill/front bumper area of the truck. Many manufacturers are designing these air ducts to use the air hitting the front of a vehicle to help keep the brake rotors/pads cooler, this aids in better braking performance! The down side of this design is, the air blowing from behind the wheel/brakes from the air ducts, now blow the air through, from the back side causing brake dust to accumulate onto outer portion of the rim/wheel! The rear wheels/rims work in the opposite direction for cooling so they don’t get as dirty! I use to road race cars many years back. I use to use a product called Zymol to wax the rims to help keep the dust off of very expensive racing wheels. Wax works just as well, just doesn’t last as long. On a second note, I’ve been a true, blue GM guy most of my life. I’ve switched over to an interest in Ford products the last few years due to a severe dissatisfaction with how I’ve been treated by GM and it seems Ford has done a much better job of building a better quality product that has longevity! Plus, I respect Ford for not needing or taking any money from the government when times were tough. GM and Chrysler did! Just a thought! Always enjoy your videos and point of view!

[@joem5332]

Absolutely spot on . Gm is nowhere near as good as they used to be. Made in Mexico and priced like made in usa. After 70,000 miles gm trucks really start to go downhill fast

[@peteatthefarm4459]

Morning Mike, finally a little sunshine, but cool... Still getting familiar with my entry level mill... fun stuff... Enjoy your day.... Pete 🇨🇦

[@badcat4707]

Good morning Pete 😸

[@peteatthefarm4459]

Morning BadCat, ☀️, after all that rain 👍

[@OutdoorsWithTheMorgans]

Morning!

[@jimski427]

Imo with getting a dump truck, i would keep the gmc and trade the ford in for the dump. Especially with all the trailers you have, no real reason for a long bed. But thats just my opinion. Both are definitely nice trucks.

[@stansonhorton2774]

Glad to see I’m not the only person with a 23 f250 with brake dust problems. I can wash mine take one trip and wheels be covered when you get home!

[@andrewsamanthamadison3320]

For a dude with a dump trailer! Hats off to you and your tailgating skills! Bravo!

[@delcasaleexcavating9508]

You can never go wrong with a 4x4 mason dump ! I've owed several over the 40 years of being in business and its always the ( go to truck) whenever you have a tight area or situation that a bigger truck just won't work not to mention the ability to run operate in low range hubs unlocked at slow speed when you need that super low gearing but not 4 wheel drive... Helps keep the automatic transmission from overworking on heavy jobs or when you have to back into a tight area with that heavy load like that driveway at your sister's

[@chuckfogle1762]

Great job of end gating that gravel on the drive. No hurry to get back to grade with your land plane. It came out smooth!

[@user-gf5sz7py8l]

The brake dust is from the pads used on the Ford! Worked on them before retiring just replacing the with metallic pads and it goes away and not that expensive!

[@delcasaleexcavating9508]

I bought a 2022 F-550 4x4 dump with an 11' mason dump body low profile sides and has the 7.3 Godzilla motor and 4.88 rears... and 10 speed. Its one of the best trucks I've ever owned from a towing perspective. We have the same engine in our 22' class C motorhome and its a beast ! 450's are rated for 17,500 and the 550's are 19,500 GVWR I really like the Red color you got !! Best of luck with it and hope it serves you well !

[@davidverry9214]

With all the stone and firewood you haul a bit surprised you haven’t had a dump truck already but seeing you back that trailer down the driveway was impressive.

[@rox6385]

Like your thinking on options! Can't wait to see what you windup doing on that dump truck and retaining of the other vehicles, Press on Amigo!

[@davidbishop4015]

You've some real skills backing that dump trailer up. I like the red dump truck. You, or should I say, Melissa has a decision to make. I like your pros and cons about the trucks. Stay safe.

[@JohnSmith-tv5ep]

MIKE, some would say 'pull the trigger'on that dump! But watching this channel for years, your diligence and aim always hits the target due to the 'wait for the clear shot and squeeze the trigger slow' ! The man with a plan ! Love this channel.

[@jeffreyyoung5634]

Mike. Look into getting an F-550 with a Swaploader set up. It is a hooklift that you can configure different beds for. Use it as a dump truck one day, switch to a flatbed with toolboxes the next, put on a sand spreader for a different job. Many many possibilities. Just check them out.

[@TheHobbyFarmHomestead]

Keep the GMC! You won’t regret it. I have had GMC vehicles for awhile now and I am very happy with them. That being said I still like a good old ford truck for there towing capacity. Good luck on the decision Mike, I think you will make the right one.

[@mikemcguire8351]

Options are always good. I too never liked having my back against the wall. Carry on.

[@karaayers2867]

My current dump truck was an ex firewood delivery truck in then great smoky mountains park. It's a 1993 dodge d350 with 8x12 pto bed. 5.9 gas 5 speed. It has 2 sets of overload springs and I've had around 5 tons on it no problem

[@griggsb1]

We bought a kenworth single axle 33,000 lb truck used and had a brand new 10ft dump put on it. I don't think we will ever get rid of it. We also haul our equipment local for ourselves.

[@TedErhartCFP]

Dumps are so handy. My brother-in-law bought an 80s F350 at an auction over ten-years ago for $350. It doesn't look pretty but he just uses it to haul fire wood, hay, etc. He has gotten so much work out of that old thing it's unreal.

[@GuyTefft-nv9dr]

Once again good job Mike keep up the good work. If it was me I would get the 550 with an aluminum bed and put in a bed liner for the fire wood and you would be able to haul more weight. Thanks again Guy.

[@juanitalerssen7335]

good morning Mike and everyone. have you thought about putting a towing hitch on the front of the truck so you could push a trailer when necessary? it would probably not take you very long to get used to doing it. had a friend years ago that had that set up to push a small mobile home around his land, 'bout 30 or so acers

[@markridley-vw9xh]

That was a sweet dump truck. I like the shorter sides. Seems like it would make it easier loading with the tractors.

[@craigwilson9560]

I always been a GM guy. Like the mileage differential because in the state of Illinois, we have higher fuel prices. I do like the older 7.3 Ford has. That being said if you left it up to me. I probably would sell the Bronco. Each truck has its place and im sure Melissa wouldnt mind driving it daily. I like the Dump truck. I have a 1-ton Dump truck. If i were to upgrade, i probably would go the F-550 route. 10 foot bed and also a contactors bed. You talked about mulch and landscaping before. Those dropdown sides are really nice. Good luck with your purchase Mike and Melissa.

[@eddeetz493]

Good luck finding the perfect dump truck. Keep the gmc for ease and fun to run gets my vote. Also air ride trailers with an electric pallet jack could deliver multiple totes per trip.

[@markwaymouth4247]

Mike, we have a 2020 GMC 1 ton Denali. It has 24000 miles and a week ago my wife and I went on a 3 hour round trip mostly on highway with some small towns. On that trip we got according to the truck computer 23.5 miles per gallon. Just food for thought that the mileage might get better. The reality is they're both great trucks, but I am a GMC guy. I have 2 siblings that work for GM with a discount. The discount sure influences a purchase.

[@petergrant9259]

Only thing bad today are the high interest rates. Great idea expanding the wood business and dumping operation... With the right Tax guy perhaps it all works out. I would also advise that wood is sold by the cord, and getting the correct size dump truck is a must for easy loading and making your customers feel they are getting a true cord.

[@jandblawncare8570]

I have a 350 dump with the 6.2L and a 450 with a diesel and I know there's no comparison with towing between the two but I'd love. to see how the 7.3L does and what fuel milage you get. My F350 dump tows a 20ft enclosed trailer loaded with about 3-4k lbs of mowers. etc. and getting (on the lie-o-meter) 6.3 - 6.7 MPG and in the winter when it has a salt spreader and plow loaded onto it we get maybe 5-6mpg. The 350 has done anything Ive ever needed it to do but a 450 or 550 I imagine would be that much better. We bought ours new in 17. with the same bed and holy cow have the beds gone up in price! I think ours was right around 11k extra and has a toolbox and tarp installed. One bad thing about steel beds is rust! Ours lasted about 2 years before it started rusting everywhere and now needs a makeover. Surprisingly. the cab and chassis haven't gone up much in price, in 17 ours was right around 50k and is a XL with some creature comforts.

[@slutnik2439]

If you’re getting a one ton dump get an extended cab. The longer chassis will tow much nicer and you’ll have some cab room for stretching out and bringing extra tools and such to and from the job

[@albertbuikema4451]

Hey Mike. It might be nice to get a landscape dump body so the sides can drop down for loading totes, pallets etc. If you're spending that kind of money there's no sense settling imo

[@bruceludwick8200]

Nice job backing the trailer. I guess that practice makes perfect. Here is a suggestion. Since you are planning on upgrading your operations, why don't you go with a medium duty chassis with a higher GVW? 3 tons of payload doesn't seem like much, now, and if you grow like you are suggesting, you may outgrow it quickly. You could custom order the chassis that you want and have a dump body put on it. There is a company in Somerset that does those kinds of bodies. When my dad was in the business, we always custom ordered medium duty trucks to make sure that a customer got what they wanted and needed. Good luck on your decision.

[@justinprince552]

Look at the Hino pretty stout Medium Duty and easy on maintenance

[@HallnoutMhall]

Good morning Morgans and friends. Great job Mike laying the gravel, like butter! Any f550's in your area? Hope everyone has a great day. Be safe and we'll see you down the road. Thanks

[@kentcorbett5436]

That dump truck is a real nice truck. I'm afford man as well. That duramax is getting a little better until. But not a whole lot. You should get around 14 and a 1/2 miles per gallon. But I think the dump truck would be a good option for you.

[@greganderson3676]

I would be sure to look into a 550 for the greater GVW and also look at a contractor dump body where the sides fold down .this allows a bunch more uses ,wouldn't consider one w/o those ! Mine is a Crysteel box if you look into it

[@carlythedog2648]

agree with the fold down sides - much more versatile

[@howardjensen1010]

Keep the Ford (IMHO)There is only a 4" difference in the wheel base gmc uses the 172" wb for both the 79" bed and the 97" bed. The Ford has a better braking sytem, after you buy a dump truck towing equipment is what its primarily job will be. For the occasional hard to get at places, tow the trailer with the dump truck. Keep up the great videos. Say hi to huntman for sll of us.

[@k9bobo]

I bought a new f250 and had the same issue with brake dust. Solution. Replace pads with Akebono ceramic pads.

[@matthewsims359]

I thought yall had talked about letting the bronco go. Thats my choice as to what to get rid of. As far as brake dust, my 2020 RAM does the same thing and i have no idea why. Stay well, stay safe and yall HAVE A DAY

[@davewood406]

I'm partial to Superduties but I've spent a few months in a 2500HD, fine truck. My only issue was the suspension was a little soft off road, if you're rolling heavy that's a problem. Nice on the freeway though. Ultimately if the driving experience is equal for you, don't neglect to consider the local dealer experience.

[@inthebackyardwithdel438]

Good morning Mike , I would like to say thank you for taking time Saturday to take a picture with me at the Paul Bunyan show .

[@bobcobb7719]

Order your own cab/ chassis, spec your own box and get thing’s exactly the way you want them, colour, etc. you’ve got a dump trailer so I’m sure you’re in no hurry.

[@rccrazy30]

If theres a need to have a 1ton pick up and the dump truck ok. But if whatever dump truck can handle any heavy towing why not have a 1/2ton pick up for the everyday stuff. I have a 2022 GMC elevation 1500 with the durmax. I tow with it a good bit including my equipment trailer with my LX3310 on it and it tows like its not even back there. Just did a trip up to northern Maine and averaged right around 28mpg doing 80ish hard to beat that. I traded in a 3/4 ton truck to get it and couldn't be happier.

[@geraldhancotte7887]

Mike, the trucks are paid for, I can think of several reasons why you should keep them both, especially with you growing your family/business. Having the right tool for the (jobs) is essential. One of those trucks go down when their needed your going to wish you had the other to hop in and keep the ball rolling! Marian and I say, keep them both. It's a smart investment considering as your business grows putting the family to work I can see both trucks being needed at the same time. That 450 is real nice, but the 550 is BEEFIER yet! Yea buddy, I $ay take full advantage of KZbin as you can.

[@samtip442]

Love my RAM 5500 dump truck with flip down sides for firewood. Holds a full cord. 128 cubic ft

[@vinnie8495]

I'd keep both trucks. Though I prefer the comfort , fuel mileage and power of the Ford. Ive owned gmc, biggest draw back is the front tie rod/hub bearing/ cv axles issues. Ford feels more solid towing good size loads.

[@Logan7P88]

Diesel dump truck, 10’ box or bigger. Kick the bronco out & keep both 1 tons. I love that F-350 peanut butter interior and the solid front axle is a great combo!

[@dennislamers986]

So my guess is goodbye to the GMC. Mileage is huge to the bottom dollar. You also would like an all red fleet. I always like that I can put full sheets of plywood and shutting the tailgate.

[@DouglasFergen-pq9ru]

You are amazing! Too bad my Dad didn’t see this he would have hired in an instant n backing up silage wagons

[@haroldphipps3457]

Wagons are a whole different animal!

[@RandThompson-dd3sk]

I would think to get on the boards and look for existing and probable mechanical issues on both trucks is the deciding factor if it was me. That's the 150k I would be basing the choice on.

[@brettevans5825]

I rented dump trailers from friends when I first started landscaping then I purchased a gmc 6500 made it in to da dump truck. I will never mess with a dump trailer again

[@philmccoy2808]

Great video! Great seeing you and Melissa at Bunyan!

[@richardmain8059]

Good Afternoon Mike, maybe the Bronco should be in the trade in mix. Happy Wife happy life, both of you know each other so well that at the end of the day, the best decision will be made. You are going to enjoy the turning radius of the F450, the turning radius is a best choice factor when deciding on functionality. 😀👍👍👍

[@holymoly6829]

Whatever you Finnish up with The business will thrive next year It’s nice when you’re spoilt for choice Good driving with the stone dumping btw 👍👍👍👍👍

[@bradleymcclintock7771]

Buy it Mike if you have never had a one ton dump, 2:03 you will love it. I had one years ago and wish I had it today .😊

[@woodcutter6235]

We have a F250 gas that I turned in to my work truck. And a Chevy 2500 Duramax that we use to pull our 40 foot toy hauler. We get 24 to 26 miles per gallon highway and around 10 to 13 camper overall happy with both trucks.

[@andyloebrown8250]

Nice job backing & spreading that crushed stone.👍

[@dennisbantz2513]

Wish I lived closer I would like to buy Bluford from you! Seems very smart what you are doing by planning for future and possibly employing more family as I have no idea what challenges we will be meeting in the future with things going the way they are now.

[@jbgoode3897]

Ohhhh & now the tail gait skills! Smoother than a frogs belly.

[@jeffbrubaker3556]

You cannot go wrong with a red dump truck. Last year I picked up a 2001 F350 Dump truck with 3500 original miles on it. I never owned a dump truck before this one but it sure does come handy for every project I use it for here in central PA!

[@OutdoorsWithTheMorgans]

I agree - like the excavator

[@jeffbrubaker3556]

You only have to buy the right toys once is what I tell my wife 🤣🤣@@OutdoorsWithTheMorgans

[@peterwill3699]

Hi, and what did you pay for your truck ?

[@jeffbrubaker3556]

21K@@peterwill3699

[@alanknight4418]

The grass area on the right at the top of the driveway should be a turn around circle. Then you wouldn't have back the whole driveway.

[@582ChevelleSS]

Hey Mike, love you channel and watch everyone of your posts. Excellent content and presentation. As for the choice between the GMC and the F350, I think the F350 has stronger work bones but the GMC is a good looker and has more ease of parking and general all round purpose. Your choice ... the F450 is a beast and will get the job done.