Howdy folks, I currently own a 93 Chevy 1500 4.3 auto reg cab. She has been my money maker for the past 2 years. Throughout the years, I have have spent a total of 7k on repairs, parts, and towing. I have racked up 35k miles. I've contemplated for the past 2 months to cut my loses, sell, and move on. I have my eyes on a 1999 and 2000 5.4 f250 super duty reg cab. I have done my research and I think they are pretty reliable, however, what concerns me is the 5.4 v8 engine and mpg. I currently get 10mpg loaded/unloaded city. Unloaded, my Chevy weighs 4500lbs with me and a 420lb steel cage. The Super Duty would weigh 5774lbs unloaded.
My question is, what kind of mpg can I expect with an unloaded and loaded 1999 5.4 Super Duty? Does anyone here use this truck as a daily scrap truck? Is it possible that the Super Duty will get better mpg since its working less than my v6 Chevy and has a higher gear ratio?
Here is some info that may help:
Scrap is my job; I punch-in 7-9hrs a day
I scrap 60-70 miles a day
I have a garage that I store loads, so I don't overload my truck.
I do not tow scarp, only haul in bed.
I have a steel mesh heavy duty cage with doors(420lbs).
My scrap route has a significant amount of hills, traffic, and traffic lights.
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