0neoldfart
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To the original poster: A 3/4 or 1 ton gasser should fit the bill nicely. Won't be as fuel efficient as a half ton, won't have the torque of a diesel. But do your homework, as some 3/4 tons don't offer a lot more payload capacity then a heavy half. A diesel is nice if you can find one, but cost of repair and ownership is considerably higher - personally I wouldn't own a used aluminum head diesel without warranty (duramax).I know this diiscussion has happened before but... I'm looking to switch up my tow rig for the seaon. Currently running a tacoma with a 2 place and does the trick but in crappy weather definitely can be under powered. Debating a 3/4 ton with a deck. Should I go diesel or gas? Factors to consider I live in Calgary and this will be my daily driver, I have a limited budget about 24k, I know absolutely nothing about diesel trucks, I never tow anything, and typical get out 2 weekends a month, usually within 3 hours on occassion 6. What do other similar gas rigs get running to the mountains (with deck and sleds), I was leaning towards diesel but can't find a decent one in my budget, so am back to gas. Thanks