Come on guys, we all can agree that Ford f-150 has that half ton market locked up. If you want to carry some groceries home in style from the store, that is the ticket for sure. I myself have had all f-350 crew cabs since the late 70's before all the Bling was added to the True work line. Yes, I agree with the trannie issues with the earlier International motor ( 7.3 Diesel ones) trucks. I had quite a few that blew up myself. The motor was to strong for the trans. They tried making a truck shift like a car back then to capture the entire market. Big mistake on their end. With that said, I still am a true ford buyer when it comes to heavy duty application trucks. I work all of mind very hard. Tow 3-5 days a week and haul heavy loads. You can't beat the new combo of diesel motors and transmissions with any of the Top three Manufactures. They all have there pros and cons. Just remember this one. On a quiet night in ford country, you can hear all the Chevy and Dodge's rusting away.