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I have a 2017 6.2 Crew Cab NHT max tow that I really like. Pulls my travel trailer well and has never left me walking. Just crossed the 48000 mark and just paid the sucker off. I'm fortunate to have it paid off and also fortunate enough to have a bit of cash reserves to throw at something new.

 

Problem is that it doesn't seem to like me lately. Since October, I've had the lifters/ pushrod replaced due to an AFM issue (towed to dealer), repaired paint chips (front fenders, sides of doors, rear fenders - seems like spray paint would have been more durable), and now it's in the shop getting a new transmission temp sensor and fluid flush for engine whining, chugging, and hard shifts. Tech insists current issue is not a bad torque converter. Lots of threads out there on issues with the 8 speed transmission. 

 

My concern is that at 50k miles, I'm already having fairly significant engine and transmission work. Not to mention shaky paint quality. Seems like some red flags for a long term-keeper. 

 

Thoughts on the prospects on this truck lasting me another 5-8 years/ 100-150k miles... or should I dump it while I can?

 

I know i'm just asking folks opinions - but that's exactly what I'm after!

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nobody makes a truck better then the one you have ....a new one might have more issues ...i feel its a big gamble when a new one is 50'0000 and up

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With supply and demand at current levels. it will probably be worth more now than it would have been normally, more miles and time will drag that down.

 

Your next big hit on depreciation will be when the 22's start showing up, so might be a good time to shop.

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Thanks folks! I know that AFM and transmission issues are two big gremlins with these trucks. I've now dealt with both. Think that stuff is in my rear view mirror or is the party just getting started?

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