Most reliable pick up trucks under 10,000?

I have to get a new car and I'm set on getting a pick up truck. However, my budget is low, so I'm expecting something from 2000 to 2005. Basically, I want to know from someone with FIRST HAND EXPERIENCE (emphasis on that) what kind of truck would be best as a daily driver. I really want a dodge but I'd settle for a ford or Chevy if it was the right choice. I read a lot of reviews online and it's making it very difficult because it seems that a lot of trucks are infamous for something going wrong. I need something that will keep going as long as regular maintenance is done.

Replaced turn signal switch, but now it won't cancel?

I replaced the turn signal switch and it works, but it does not "cancel" when returning the steering wheel to center. 1989 Ford E 150 van, 5.0 liter, w/tilt and a/c. Part is new, ordered from RockAuto.com for $100. Switch has a center ring which rotates with the steering wheel. There's a spring loaded post on the center ring that engages a slot in the rear of the steering wheel. With the wheel off, I can engage the turn signal, then turn the center ring by hand and it will cancel the turn signal, as expected. When I install the steering wheel I can look through the slot next to the Hazard Warning switch and verify that the post engages the back of the steering wheel, and that the ring rotates with the wheel when I turn it. With the wheel off, the cancel works. With the wheel on, it does not. Any ideas? Thanks

Added (1). What I called the center ring is actually called the "cam" in mechanics parlance.

Why do the colors of average quality cars doesn't seem to be diverse enough?

Brands like Toyota, Honda, Nissan, Ford, Acura, Kia, Dodge, etc. Tend to sell their cars with boring and opaque colors like gray, black, dark red and pretty much colors with no vividness. Don't you guys think they would sell more cars if they came up with more interesting colors like purple, yellow, green and other colors that could be more appealing to the eye?

Are these good reasons to want this car? - 1

I'm an 18 year old male and I currently have an old sedan. I like my car but, it has issues and doesn't have the best reliability records. I found an old police car at a used dealer. I know most people my age would want this car to look like a cop or have a somewhat fast car. I don't really care about that or care about looking cool. The car is a 2011 Ford Crown Victoria P71 Police Interceptor. It's just a plain white sedan. Here are some reasons I like it.

-Roomy interior
-Vinyl flooring and rear seat (easy clean interior)
-Large trunk
-Extremely safe
-Extremely reliable
-Heavy duty engine components, transmission, brakes, and suspension
-Good quality
-Body on frame design
-Doesn't have a lot of features I don't really need (less distractions)
-Solid body
-"Old" service vehicles can be purchased for pretty cheap (especially police cars)
-Has an old school look and feel with modern safety
-Decent MPG (not the best but, not bad)
-Comfortable
-Easy and affordable to maintain and repair

I know police drove it hard. It was designed to take that kind of driving. Are these good reasons to want a car like this?

Added (1). I do NOT have any intention of impersonating law enforcement.

Added (2). There's also a lot of places this car can go on and off road. It can handle almost anything that gets thrown its way.

Added (3). I've always really liked the Crown Victoria. I feel like a 5 year old car would last me longer than a 20 year old car.

1968 Ford F100 performance?

My cousin wants me to race him. I have a 3800 powered grand prix with rocker arms, intake and exhaust mods. He has 68 F100 with the truck version of the 360.

I'm sitting on approx 240hp and 250ish torque and he's got 215hp and 375tq.

However he has a 2 speed auto and I've got a 4 speed. I also make peak HP around 5700 rpm and are 200lb heavier.

I've driven his truck before but never took note of performance.

Are these good reasons to want this car?

I'm an 18 year old male and I currently have an old sedan. I like my car but, it has issues and doesn't have the best reliability records. I found an old police car at a used dealer. I know most people my age would want this car to look like a cop or have a somewhat fast car. I don't really care about that or care about looking cool. The car is a 2011 Ford Crown Victoria P71 Police Interceptor. It's just a plain white sedan. Here are some reasons I like it.

-Roomy interior
-Vinyl flooring and rear seat (easy clean interior)
-Large trunk
-Extremely safe
-Extremely reliable
-Heavy duty engine components, transmission, brakes, and suspension
-Good quality
-Body on frame design
-Doesn't have a lot of features I don't really need (less distractions)
-Solid body
-"Old" service vehicles can be purchased for pretty cheap (especially police cars)
-Has an old school look and feel with modern safety
-Decent MPG (not the best but, not bad)
-Comfortable
-Easy and affordable to maintain and repair

I know police drove it hard. It was designed to take that kind of driving. Are these good reasons to want a car like this?

Added (1). I have NO intention of impersonating law enforcement.

Added (2). There's also a lot of places this car can go on and off road. It can handle almost anything that gets thrown its way.

Should I get a diesel truck or a gas?

I won't be hauling super heavy loads all the time but I will be pulling a 28 foot camper up to at least 8 to 10 times a year and a goose neck horse trailer with living quarters occasionally. Maybe a stock trailer here and there but no major 200+ miles. I've always wanted a diesel but I'm not sure if it would be the best for me. I've been reading about them and they sound like nothing but trouble and a money pit.