Jeramie Posted September 19, 2006 Report Share Posted September 19, 2006 There is a possibility that you can no longer pic one as a favorite. Yep Ford and GM are talking merger. Both Companies are reporting losses and making major cuts. According the local news the two Giants have been talking merger since July. If a deal is struck they will be one and the same. Personally I'm a Ford guy but I think the 350 was the best Engine ever made followed by the 302. Read up Here..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtnhunt Posted September 19, 2006 Report Share Posted September 19, 2006 Re: Hey GM guys.... Hey Ford guys.... Had not heard anything about a merger, but have been hearing the past few days that Ford is in serious trouble and are talking of ending their lines of trucks and larger vehicles. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tominator Posted September 19, 2006 Report Share Posted September 19, 2006 Re: Hey GM guys.... Hey Ford guys.... Man, that's just crazy talk. Hope my dad doesn't hear about that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Andrea Posted September 19, 2006 Report Share Posted September 19, 2006 Re: Hey GM guys.... Hey Ford guys.... Ending their line of trucks??? I thought that the F-series was a highly popular truck that sold very well. What are they gonna call themselves now??? GORD??? FMC???? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Finn Posted September 19, 2006 Report Share Posted September 19, 2006 Re: Hey GM guys.... Hey Ford guys.... I saw on tv one of the news programs the other night that american car workers average $60 and some change an hour.....is that possible? I can't remember which company, but I'm sure it was just over $60/hour. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
popgun Posted September 19, 2006 Report Share Posted September 19, 2006 Re: Hey GM guys.... Hey Ford guys.... I can see them both using the same transmissions and some other parts, but I don't see a complete merge in the works. After all.....All of us Chevy lovers know that the world would end, if a Chevy was no longer available. ....popgun Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craig mack Posted September 19, 2006 Report Share Posted September 19, 2006 Re: Hey GM guys.... Hey Ford guys.... [ QUOTE ] I saw on tv one of the news programs the other night that american car workers average $60 and some change an hour.....is that possible? I can't remember which company, but I'm sure it was just over $60/hour. [/ QUOTE ] I work for Chrysler and the average line worker makes $26 an hour at top pay, skilled trades make more. With benefits it probably is $60 an hour. Our next contract we will probably be taking concessons. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clayman Posted September 19, 2006 Report Share Posted September 19, 2006 Re: Hey GM guys.... Hey Ford guys.... [ QUOTE ] I saw on tv one of the news programs the other night that american car workers average $60 and some change an hour.....is that possible? I can't remember which company, but I'm sure it was just over $60/hour. [/ QUOTE ] That's most likely the cost per worker including benefits. Not necessarily the amount per hour that the worker takes home. That figure includes health plans and retirement plans that the company invests in above what the worker contributes. The average taconite (iron) miner in northern Minnesota costs the companies $60-$70/hour, however, the workers pay only averages $18-$25/hour (ballpark depending on position and time with the company.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mirage Posted September 19, 2006 Report Share Posted September 19, 2006 Re: Hey GM guys.... Hey Ford guys.... thats like joining forces with the devil!! Run Gm run you dont need that junk! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newarcher Posted September 19, 2006 Report Share Posted September 19, 2006 Re: Hey GM guys.... Hey Ford guys.... Well, I guess that would mean American cars would suck only half as bad, right? Too bad we can't get Dodge to merge with them as well. New Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Finn Posted September 19, 2006 Report Share Posted September 19, 2006 Re: Hey GM guys.... Hey Ford guys.... thanks, Craig and Clayman. It was definately not explained like that, but makes sense now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThethirdI Posted September 19, 2006 Report Share Posted September 19, 2006 Re: Hey GM guys.... Hey Ford guys.... I also work for Chrysler and the amount of income for a Union worker is calculated with the benefits included in their income. When I am not laid off like I am now I make a little over $28.00 an hour in regular income. Even if all of the workers were willing to take a pay cut we still could not compete with the evil of NAFTA. I have another name for it, but it cannot be presented here . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeramie Posted September 19, 2006 Author Report Share Posted September 19, 2006 Re: Hey GM guys.... Hey Ford guys.... [ QUOTE ] Well, I guess that would mean American cars would suck only half as bad, right? Too bad we can't get Dodge to merge with them as well. New [/ QUOTE ] Btw, they have also contacted Nissan.... Thats no joke. Read up on the net. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeramie Posted September 19, 2006 Author Report Share Posted September 19, 2006 Re: Hey GM guys.... Hey Ford guys.... [ QUOTE ] Ending their line of trucks??? I thought that the F-series was a highly popular truck that sold very well. [/ QUOTE ] F-series is probably the most popular truck in this area. I can almost guarantee you that wont happen. What I have heard is the may be cutting production mainly due to gas prices. Over sized "trucks" aren't in serious demand right now. The bottom has fallen out of the market. In fact you can buy a New single cab F-150 for $12,500 in Tulsa. Granted thats the 5-speed basic package but several years ago I bought a used truck in that exact same model for $14,500 and it was a steal. Gas has everyone turning to cheaper cars that average much better mileage. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevebeilgard Posted September 20, 2006 Report Share Posted September 20, 2006 Re: Hey GM guys.... Hey Ford guys.... i smell an odor here... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom2008 Posted September 20, 2006 Report Share Posted September 20, 2006 Re: Hey GM guys.... Hey Ford guys.... No they can't do that! I don't like fords much and love my GM Suburban! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RangerClay Posted September 20, 2006 Report Share Posted September 20, 2006 Re: Hey GM guys.... Hey Ford guys.... I would buy Japanese Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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