2500W/T

Here is some interesting... The Chevron Deference was repealed. So what is the Chevron Deference? "The U.S. Supreme Court has overturned the decades-old Chevron doctrine of judicial deference to a federal agency’s interpretation of an ambiguous statute." What is a Deferance? "Deference is a legal principle that involves a court or other authority yielding to another legitimate party's judgment or decision" With that being said, the EPA might lost their fangs. Most of the Fed Agencies regs were made intentionally vague with the sole purpose to give the agencies wiggle room to interpret them in any way they want. Now, if a group challenge the EPA so called "Experts" in court, stating the DEF, DPF and all the extra nonesense increase fuel consumption, CO2 levels, and throws Ammonia into the atmosphere, might get a good chance to remove legaly all these pesky crap-o-la devices. Not only that, DEF shortages could create a potential risk to national security (paralizing the trucking industry), due the imports of this "Piss Fluid." This not only apply to the EPA, it applies to all Agencies. Perhaps, we are going to see some changes on the emissions tests (Dieselgate) and the usage of the Exhaust Piss Fluid.

I was surprised the W/T came with touchscreen w/8 speakers, can pair 2 cell phones with blutooth, can mirror Android Auto and play Media Files from the phone. Also has cruise control, power locks and windows, trip computer, rear vents for AC. The only thing that I would love to have is more adjustments on the seats. They are very basic and in long trips can get tiresome. Also came with a Key Fob but not remote starter, just remote tailgate unlock/open. Oh well, I am very happy for what I paid for on a Long Bed, 2500, Duramax, Crew Cab. Added some Timbren Rubber Springs for that added oomph, when I tow my 5th wheel.

I am guessing the only part that might need to be removed is the SCR because it will clog up. On a software delete, I believe the entire regen/emission system is just disabled. I am with you, why removing the EGR, is just a valve that can remian shut. If I need to sell or trade the truck, all I need is put the SCR back on and retune to factory.

I went with the Work Truck trim. The difference, I think, it was 1K when I bought my 2500. Here is a thing, the Single Axle 2500 and 3500 is the same truck on W/T trim, except for 1 detail, that is the Rear Leaf Springs. This only applies to the Single Axle. So what is the deal with the W/T? I think is well equiped for the lowest trim, has the same performance as any other trim, and opens the possibilities to customize to a nice Off Road truck. Even the floor carpet is an easy to clean vinyl, better than the rug. The best of it is the substancial much lower price. I got mine 2020 model out of the dealer, with 20 miles on the odo, for 46K back in 2020.

The recall was supposed to lower the temps on the SCR and extend the regen cycle. To me, I have lost 2MPGs on all conditions. I was able to hit 20, now hovers on the 18s. I went to get it done a year ago because for what I read it made sense on lowering fuel consumption, not increasing. There is a way to roll back a software update? I am assuming... Nope, but I hope so. I am contemplating on a PCM/ECM replacement that can be tuned.

Nobody?

I am looking for a good L5P tunner to ask a couple of question. Does anybody know a good one?

Can you leave all the hardware in place and do a Software Delete? I am asking because I am not seeking more power, also, do not want to remove the hardware. All I want is to sit there unused and be able to switch back to stock any time I want.

Thanks, that is what I thought.

Yes, I got 17s, but the 18s and 20s will fit too. However, personally, I do not care for 20s, too much bling for my taste. Might get 18s, anyway, to each their own.

In my 2500, there tire pressure is 80psi per door jamb plackard.

Today was the day. Topped the DEF tank with 0.904 gallons of DEF within 1008 miles. At this time, normal drive, lots of idle time. The DEF gauge was showing full. Going to repeat the experiment, want to see if is weather related an increase or decrease, or the same. For what I saw, 1 gallon per 1000 is not that bad.

I received an email from Amazon about an Allison Transmission Filter. Looks like an ordinary engine oil filter. On the 2020 DMaxes and up, do they have such filter? I crawled underneath the truck and could not see one. If there is one, where is located? Thanks in advance.

When I was test driving the truck, I noticed the difference was at about $1,000. Asked why was that? The tech replied that the trucks are identical, the only difference is the rear leaf springs. That is only on the Single Wheel setup. The Dual Wheel setup, is a different animal when it comes to the differential and rear suspension. On previous posts, someone mentioned the 3500 breaking loose, I get the same with the 2500. Is the same powerplant and transmission. After driving my 2500, pulling my 43ft 5th wheel, I can say the truck pulls and drives nicely. If I am not mistaken, I need to double check, the GVWR is about the same as the 3500. My suggestion to GM is to drop one or the other. Since both trucks are so close as far performance and almost identical in design. I rather call it Silverardo HD SW (Single Wheel) or DW (Dual Wheel). Perhaps is going to be cheaper and easier to produce and control one single model. That is just a thought.

I wonder, what about holding the bucket remotely and gravity feed via hose the oil. Kind of the same way is done in Jiffy Lube.

$46K and some change, 2020, last year, 20 miles on the clock. Is the WT version and I am super happy with it. Got it when the 'Rona scare happen and the dealers werr drowning in inventory. Also, the wife got the Travel Trailer 5th Wheel, 43 FT Artic Wolf for $35K, 2020 model.

B&W, pricey, bolts right on, instructions are good-easy to follow, and made in the USA. No pucks, not available on the 2020 bed at the time of installation. However, can be removed very easy and switch for Goose Neck operation. Also, added the electrical connector i side the bed, by the rear left side. Is plug and play, no special tools need it. The Slider Type is for Short Beds, to give some room while turning on tight spots. On Long Beds is not need it. If you are going with a B&W, get yourself a good chain and padlock. The 5th wheel hitch can be stolen under 5 min with just 1 socket and 2 people; is that easy to remove and install.

No, the tires are just dirty, also, have not washed the truck yet. If I paint the rims, I was thinking on Gloss Black with a Clear Coat. That way, I think it will give a good contrast/texture with Gloss / Matte Black.

At about a hair over 800 miles and the DEF gauge is at full. When I hit 1000 miles, going to add some DEF to see where is at, regardless of what the gauge shows. So far, is just driving wihout towing or carring any heavy loads. When the truck was new, the DEF usage was a bit higher. Took the truck for a freebie oil change. The GM Tech said, that was some recall/software update about the DEF fluid. After that update, the usage was drasticaly reduced.

Thanks for the tip. Will consider that fot later when I am ready to change Tires and Rims.

Is time to change the OEM tires, however, I do not want to buy new rims; I am cheap though. So I went to the tire shop and after doing some calculations, the size that seems to work on OEM settings is the 285 75 R 17. I could go 2 inches more on diameter and perhaps 1 more inch on width. Bigger in the with might hit the upper ball joint on the front wheels. Painted the center caps with Rust Oleum pealable paint, will see how durable is this paint. My daughter wants me to blacken the rims, some other people say it looks fine as is. What you guys have to say?

I need to get a hold of a good tuner, I need to ask few questions. Can anybody point me to the right direction? Much appreciated

On my 2020 L5P 2500 HD, I am on the 2nd full tank, about 450 miles, DEF still indicating full. I was told on my 1st trip to the dealer for an oil change, that GM had a software update related to DEF. After the alledged update, my DEF usage went lower. I tow our 5th wheel and do local errands; with 19,700 on the odo, 2 DEF fills in 1 year. Right now, set the Trip Meter to 0 and filled with DEF, will see when I need to fill back up again.

Thanks

Any bites? I bet someone knows for sure.