Heavy trucks and manual cars have been downshifting without brake lights since forever, but I guess there are more oblivious drivers tailgating these days.
Brake lights appearing while coasting can be dangerous at speeds, where a quick flash of brake light on the freeway can create an accordion...
I am loving my Diamondback HD. For a working truck it's worth the investment. I never need to worry about my tools disappearing and can strap a skid to the top if need be.
Only downside is getting the front panel adjusted properly. It's a frustrating battle between being able to engage the lock...
- Bed trim makes it difficult to get a water tight seal up against the cab with a hard cover. My tools are already rusty, but still.
- AM/FM interface is crappy and cumbersome, especially when using maps/messages.
- Cabin temperature numbers are meaningless as outdoor temperatures change.
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Spray in or a grippy rubber mat will definitely help keep things in place, but using a truck for 'truck things' sometimes requires driving a little differently. Brake early and often, accelerate reasonably, take turns slowly and your cargo will appreciate it regardless of liners. Also consider...
Absolutely not. My truck is a tool to get my gear and I to job sites as cheaply as possible.
Getting a new vehicle for ~$23k that is reliable and efficient is worth much more than $5k in the pocket to spend on another more expensive vehicle.
I'll probably continue the dirtbag welder theme with this one. Union decal on the rear window, "Just Divorced!" on the tailgate, and a bunch of beer cans tied to the bumper