lrtexasman

I’d get smaller rims on it. Try 18s

To each his own, but from your description the 6.2 seems like a better option. In no particular order because they vary based on preference, Reasons people opt for the diesel include 1) Fuel economy - you drive very little 2) Towing 4k to 7k on a regular basis - you tow very little 3) Low end torque - the 6.2 matches up 4) Resale the 6.2 does well 5) There is a group of people who believe the new diesels with emissions need to be driven longer distances to heat up enough to burn off carbon. Short trips will result in more frequent regents. So, using the trucks for short (less than 5 mile trips) the advantage may go 6.2. 6) Initial Cost wise it’s a wash and 7) reliability wise I’d say the 6.2 is a proven motor but the Duramax gets a 100k warranty. For you though your likely not to exceed the 5 year 60k Powertrain warranty anyway. Haha but with all that said I’m getting the diesel because I want one. I Make long highway drives and would love to see 25 MPG on those trips, even if I pay more for diesel, def, and oil changes.

Inventory likely will be tighter in April with plant shut down and coming off strike. But May/June likely to be bloody for them if we are in a full recession. Going to be lots of lease and year old trucks dumped at dealerships between now and then if this economic shutdown goes past April 3rd.

Drove the new Ram Eco today, after having driven the new Silverado and F150 diesels and have to say the Ram ride and seat comfort is superior to the other two. With that said my last Ram had a lot of glitches and soured me on the brand. Did 20 mile highway test loops (70 to 75 MPH) on all three and they were pretty close (mid 20s) but the Ram did best, all crew cab 4x4s.

No doubt that 2500hd you bought is a difference maker. Very nice trucks and if I was towing over 7k on a regular basis i'd look for a similar truck.

I think up to 9300 lbs towing and 1860 payload is pretty capable for a 1/2 ton truck. Sounds like you need a 3/4 ton to do what you need.

Good input, something for the next guy to look out for.

Then I suggest checking out the ramforumz .com problems forum. You’ll be back in a hurry. Honestly, if reliability is your biggest criteria just go with the Tundra. That platform has been around since 07 and is pretty much bulletproof. Gas is horrendous but you’ll only see the dealer for maintenance. I have had absolutely zero problems with my 07 crew cab. My 2002 Tahoe has also been a fantasticaly reliable vehicle.l have put over 240k miles on original Powertrain. Just replaced the AC compressor and a tie rod on it. I would drive it or my tundra across country tomorrow.

about .20 difference around Dallas area. Seems like Premium runs more than diesel.

Difference being homes generally appreciate on a yearly basis while vehicles generally depreciate. So a person who leases would be one that never keeps a vehicle longer than 36 months and also wants to have an exact depreciation amount locked in. There can also be additional tax benefits for those that use the vehicle in a business. Also people will take the savings from the lease and invest it in the market with hopes they make money there rather than having it depreciate while paying on a vehicle they do not intend to keep. I am a 10 to 15 year owner guy, so obviously leasing doesn’t make sense for me.

THere will be plenty popping up on ebay and craigslist as the trucks get totaled. Just keep checking.

Chevrolet running lease special on Silverado. Granted not your trim at that price, but still shows there are leases. The $289 per month would increase by the difference in Trim level price from MSRP of $38k divided by 36. I've seen RST 4x4 for 36k Ultra Low-Mileage Lease for Qualified Lessees.$289/MONTH FOR 36 MONTHS. For Everyone: $5,719 due at signing (after all offers)*. $0 security deposit. For Current Lessees of 2014 model year or newer select GM vehicles: $3,719 due at signing (after all offers)**. $0 security deposit. Tax, title, license, and dealer fees extra. Mileage charge of $0.25/mile over 30,000 miles at participating dealers. Expires 4-30-2019 *Example based on survey. Each dealer sets own price. Your payments may vary. Payments are for a 2019 CHEVROLET Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD Custom w/Custom Value Package & 4.3L EcoTec3 V6 with an MSRP of $38,220. 36 monthly payments total $10,404. Option to purchase at lease end for an amount to be determined at lease signing. Lessor must approve lease. Take delivery by 04-30-2019. Lessee pays for maintenance, repair, excess wear and disposition fee of $395 or less at end of lease. Payments may be higher in some states. Not available with other offers. See dealer for details. **Current Lessees of 2014 model year or newer Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles: Payments are based on an MSRP of $38,220. 36 monthly payments total $10,404. Must show proof of lease. Option to purchase at lease end for an amount to be determined at lease signing. Lessor must approve lease. Take delivery by 04-30-2019. Lessee pays for maintenance, repair, excess wear and disposition fee of $395 or less at end of lease. Payments may be higher in some states. Not available with other offers. See dealer for details.

Thanks, let us know how it does if you do any towing. I am considering the 2.7 as I wait for the diesel. I live on flat terrain and tow less than 5k, so either application fits me.

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