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Post 8000 is a 231,000 mile update. Need to change the oil next week. She is still plugging along!

This.... why would you buy another that'll more than likely have the same issue? Sent from my SM-G960U using Tapatalk

I'd test the batteries to start, strange things can happen if they're going. Sent from my SM-G960U using Tapatalk

No crank? Or cranks without firing? Sent from my SM-G960U using Tapatalk

It also helped that Ram fired off multiple pre production demo trucks to tons of youtube channels. Sent from my SM-G960U using Tapatalk

Great question, I dropped the pickup off for a rebuild not long after that post. After the rebuild, it had a leak on the trans/xfer case gasket, so it had to go back for that to be fixed (I had to rent a pickup for a trip I took while it was waiting to go back in). I have put about 2000 miles on it since then, and it is working great with no leaks or other issues! Total cost $1900 (plus $600 for the Ram 2500 Limited rental that I put about 1600 miles on). Sent from my SM-G960U using Tapatalk

Sad update for 222,222 miles because I missed taking a picture of it. Truck is going in next week for some much needed attention. New water pump, oil pump (and $5 o-ring), gaskets (oil pan, timing cover, front main, valve covers). New exhaust manifold bolts and gaskets, flush power steering. Finally, new passenger side ball joints after 222k on the originals. I guess I'm planning on keeping it a while longer, haha. Sent from my SM-G960U using Tapatalk

I didn't realize anyone was run off. In general, this forum is the most tame I've ever been on. Sent from my SM-G960U using Tapatalk

That is a possibility, but the body will rust off well before then. To be honest, I regret taking such good care of the body. I now have a straight, swirl free body with no scratches that is rusting from all the spot welds anyway. Still a great pickup though. Sent from my SM-G960U using Tapatalk

If you wheel, I would step up in rating in the stock size. Plenty of people run C range tires with good results. I run E and haven't had a flat in 120,000 miles so I'll be sticking with them..... Sent from my SM-G960U using Tapatalk

Just over 220,000. Sent from my SM-G960U using Tapatalk

4L60? I just got mine rebuilt for $1900, but it made it to 218k. Surprised yours died so quickly. Sent from my SM-G960U using Tapatalk

I have seen a few pickups recently with "shortbed" campers in a longbed with transfer tank in front. It is interesting that the camper specials manufacturers used to make haven't really been reincarnated. Sent from my SM-G960U using Tapatalk

To be fair, tons of vehicles have electric trunk releases that work just fine. Sure, most of them have manual backups. Having a button only seems like a solution looking for problems. Sent from my SM-G960U using Tapatalk

As long as it hasn't been overheated, a partial refill should be fine. I did mine every 30-40k miles. Sent from my SM-G960U using Tapatalk

I hadn't seen this thread. Ultimately, I spend less time in general on the forum because I spent so much back in the day, in a way. When I got my 2006, I spent a lot of time getting it 'perfect' for the long haul. This site is a great resource, and obviously most of the members at the time owned GMT800s. Any upgrade you could think of had a thread. I've now owned the 2006 for over 9 years thanks to the info from the site. It has been a great vehicle, and much of that is thanks to info from here. Most members who still have 800s are done with the fun stuff and are just driving them. Ultimately, I have no interest in newer GM vehicles other than pure curiosity. They don't seem to be very reliable, and the only repetitive issue I had on my 2006 seems to be replicated (and worse) on some T1's (lookin at you, Service 4x4 [emoji23]). At the end of the day, there isn't a single segment in the car market I would pick a GM for. The competition is simply better. Things have changed, hell, FCA has the best transmission in multiple segments [emoji1787] (ZF8). The 2006's replacement will probably be a Tundra. It is US made, has a big, reliable V8 with no AFM/DOD, and has been in production long enough that parts are cheap, even with the low production volume. I know it is low tech, but I want a pickup that will easily make 200,000 miles, and I have the most confidence in the Tundra to do that. Sent from my SM-G960U using Tapatalk

Stopping to pee is one thing. I can do that anywhere. Wiggling the truck and trailer into a crowded gas station that may or may not have decent fuel is another thing. And it sucks. The bigger the tank, the more likely you can drop the trailer and fuel up once you get there. Or at least have more choice in where you fuel on the way. Sent from my SM-G960U using Tapatalk

You can put it on a lift and listen with an automotive stethoscope. And get ready to pony up for a rebuild. Sent from my SM-G960U using Tapatalk

I would avoid the transmission flush. I have done trans filter and fluid, diffs ans transfer case in my 2006 and it's made it to 220k so far. Transmission had to be rebuilt recently, but the transmission is full of wear parts, so that's inevitable. Sent from my SM-G960U using Tapatalk

I wouldn't hesitate to run 10 ply E rated tires. I have been running 10 ply for about 120,000 miles, and consequently, I haven't had a single puncture or flat in that time. Last 2 sets have been Cooper ATWs (softer, winter rated AT3 basically). As stated, there are a lot of dedicated snow tires that will do great in the snow. In my opinion, if you live in mountains that is the way to go. Sent from my SM-G960U using Tapatalk

It makes it almost as good as a single exhaust. ;) Sent from my SM-G960U using Tapatalk

Clean the MAF sensor. If that doesn't help, find someone with a pro scanner to hook up and watch parameters. If it is sitting and running on a very hot day, some hesitation may be normal until it gets cooler air. My intake air temp usually gets to 130 or so pretty quickly idling in the heat, which does make a difference. Sent from my SM-G960U using Tapatalk

Congrats, I remember rolling my 2006 over to 100,000. I have a picture of odometer somewhere. The next one I'll be taking a picture of is 222,222. Sent from my SM-G960U using Tapatalk

Fast and towing usually aren't friends. Long tubes generally lose low end (towing) torque, in fact. The 2500s with the 6.0 and 4L80E are surprisingly good at towing. I have flogged them and it is remarkable how well they hold up. Something worth remembering is that an 8.1 liter with an Allison transmission was also offered. The upside of the older pickups is that depending on area, the parts are very cheap and mechanics are very good at working on them. The GMT800 body parts are common (for example, a half ton Suburban uses the same door as a 1 ton dually pickup), which drives the prices down and makes parts easy to find. Sent from my SM-G960U using Tapatalk

Bumping for 220,000 miles and a freshly rebuilt transmission! Sent from my SM-G960U using Tapatalk