ChrisG-2019

My 1500 has a 11.3K tow rating and my toy hauler is about 8K loaded and it pulls OK, but on long drives it can be a little fatiguing. My wife has this idea of hooking the camper and driving across the country when we retire which might possibly kill me. Have had multiple friends jump from 1500 to 2500 (Ram & Chevy) and they said the towing experience is a lot better. Besides that, I really do like the new 2500 HD's.

Really wondering how the 10 speed with the gas engine will affect fuel economy. Appreciate the info of what you are getting as far as fuel economy.

Jettech. My Silverado has 11.3L tow rating and 1130 tongue weight so my camper is well within its range. The 25RRT has a gross weight under 8K and a hitch of 690 lb. My truck can pull it fine, but a 2500 with its size and weight would not work as hard. While my Silverado gets better MPG non towing, I find towing the 1500 and 2500 (gas) get about the same MPG (I get a average of 9 MPG towing with 1500). I am in northern Virginia is there is no cat scale near me. Have a friend in PA that I may visit at some point that has one within a 25min drive. Appreciate the info and feedback.

Jetech. Thanks for your input. I have a toy hauler too (Greywolf (25RRT) and I am currently pulling it with 2019 1500 RST with Max Towing. It pulls it fine, but on long trips lets just say I know itis back there. Have had multiple friends take the 2500 plunge and they say it is like nite and day difference. What kind of mileage are you getting when you pulling you toy hauler?

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Pryme Good to here, what year is your truck?

Thanks for feedback Lee

Thanks for your input.

Thanks for your input. Here is some of the info I have come across: 03-06-01-023D 1..4 (nhtsa.gov) GM Hit With $102M Verdict In CA Engine Oil Consumption Trial (gmauthority.com) Supposedly GM stance is that itis Ok to burn a quart of oil every 1000 miles. Would not mind hearing from anyone with a 2022 or 2023 6.6 gas and there experience. Thanks again

Currently have a 2019 Silverado 1500 RST and looking at upgrading to the 2024 2500 HD gas. Been reading a lot of blogs about the 6.6 (L8T) engine having oil consumption issues and trying to find out if Chevrolet had done anything to address the issue. Supposedly it has to do with the piston ring design. I know there is a few service bulletins and even a lawsuit regarding this issue. Any feedback is appreciated. Thanks.