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Lol. A 2500 vs 3500 SRW comparison is much different than 3500 SRW-4500 dually discussion. I get what you mean tho.

I've had both already. Zero difference in ride between the 2500 and 3500. (I have the 3500 now).

Apparently that’s one of the questions (plow) that is asked if it’s a bit over the mileage. I’m with you, had nothing to do with the hose coming off due to not being clamped properly. The hose is on national back order due to many others with the same issue. I know stuff happens but man it’s been a frustrating couple of weeks.

So I've had a rough 2weeks. The DEF tank heater on my 2020 HC Duramax went out and truck was done for 2.5 weeks. Then the high pressure fuel pump went out on one of our 2020 6.6 gas (81k on it). Now our other 2020 6.6 gas went down when the tranny cooler line popped off and spewed all the fluid out. I'm pointing this one out as it could possibly save some others a headache. On one side of the hose you can see it was clamped tight. The other side clamp barely made a mark on the hose and it popped off. This truck has 61k on it so is just out of warranty. Because we have a plow on it GM wouldn't cover it. So something to check to make sure it's clamped on tight. Unfortunatly it took out the transmission. We located a used one from a totaled truck with only 1800 miles on it but still a $4500.00 repair.

Going on week 3 with no available part or update from GM.

They're different. 19's will not work on 20's.

I hear ya..mine is in the shop now with no time frame for the part to arrive. I was told that once it hits the 65 mph threshold, soon thereafter it will reduce to a crawl. Bottom line is they are not driveable once that tank heater goes. Extremenly frustrating to say the least. 11,000 on mine On a side note, I was given a print out of every dealer in the country that shows them in stock...I called every one in hopes I would get lucky. NOPE, all spoken for. A couple dealers told me it took 2 weeks and others have said they've been waiting 6 weeks. Sure wish they offered a 10spd with the 6.6 gas, I might actually give that a chance given this situation.

So my 2020 3500 in is right now for a DEF tank heater issue. 11,000 miles. The heater is part of the tank assy so the tank needs to be replaced. The dealer told me it was on back order and could be a month before they see it. Truck is undriveable due to looming limp mode speed reduction so it sits at the dealer. Otherwise it starts fine in the cold.

I've noticed if its set too dim and I'm wearing polarized glasses, its pretty much invisible. Even if its turned full bright, polarized sun glasses filter most of it out.

So my brother in law added LED's to his. Gets high beamed constantly by opposing traffic since the LED light scatters in the non projector housings. How are you guys aiming these to prevent that? He aimed his way down but significantly reduced lighting distance.

Zip tied to the back of the grille. Wired direct to the battery with the relay activated by jumping the high beam fuse in the panel under the hood.

The high beam lights are not good IMO. I added a 20" LED light bar behind my grille. Wired directly to the high beam fuse..$52.00

My 3500 has shutters. It also came with a winter cover but as I said, I have yet to see the shutters open this winter. I don't see the point in a winter cover if the air is already closed off by the shutters unless I'm missing something...

If they remain closed in very cold weather, is the diesel winter cover even necessary? I have yet to see them open this winter and have not installed a winter grille cover. -10 this morning and truck warmed up just fine and had no issues.

That would be interesting to see.

Yes, the Duramax is awesome but its the 10spd that makes this version so great. Regardless of what you think of the looks (I think it looks awesome by the way) it is a MUCH better combo with the 10spd vs the 6spd.

Mine has been great, no issues. I also thought the ride was much better than the Ram.

I would just call them and decide. Many sites like this sponsored by dealerships. GMpartsdirect.com, GMpartsstore.com etc..

I would connect your power supply/ground to the battery through a relay, have the high beams activate the relay and maybe a toggle switch wired between the high beam connection and relay. This would only keep the lights off if you didn't want the high beams to activate them, you couldn't just turn the lights on with the switch..but I think that's what you're looking for.

No need to drive around with extra jugs of it IMO. There is plenty of warning before you’ll be in danger of running out. I always try to fill at the pump when available but as others said pretty much any other than the Platinum.

We’re you able to aim them correctly w/o blinding oncoming traffic? LED’s need projectors typically as the light scatters. If so, what type did you use? I’d be interested in getting a set for my wife’s car as long oncoming traffic won’t constantly be hitting their high lights at her.

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Are the factory halogen housings reflector beam style?

My HC has them on all 4, use the rear door button all the time putting things in the back seat.

I live in MN and I'm on my 2nd retractable cover. Yes it gets snowed on but it opens fine after brushing it off. I suppose if it rained heavy followed by a massive cold front it could freeze shut but that's only an issue if you need to open it right than and there. It's an awesome cover for quick open access to the bed, especially if you use a gooseneck as I do. I found the folding covers to be a pain to open, more of a hassle given the effort to open/fold than the few times snow needs to be just brushed off the retractable. Just my opinion.