Regrets on GMT-900?

[1990ss]

I've had 3 GMT400's, 4 GMT800's, and 1 GMT900. I currently have 1 of each. They all have their pros and cons. I really haven't had any major issues with any of them. They've all been great trucks. I don't understand why everyone is bashing the 800's? I like them all.

[Stevens03]

I liked my GMT-800... but I do like the 900's better

[adamjeeps]

My 07 Avalanche is my first full size GM truck. When I bought it in September 2007, it was either GM or Toyota for me. The Tundras were nice, but I loved the versatility of the mid-gate. 76,000 miles later I don't have any regrets, I just hate seeing the new upgrades they have put into them mostly beginning with the 2009 model year. My wife lost her company car so we had to buy something basically that day, plus the dealer had a nice red tag sale price on it and I had GM points from the credit card so it was a no-brainer.

[chev1guy]

It really comes down to personal preference there are pros and cons to either truck. I had a 2005 Chevy ext-cab and the only issue I ever had was with the ac but that was covered under warranty. As for the 2009 Chevy ext-cab I had a lot of small issues with it and the only thing I liked about 09 over the 05 was that the rear window rolled down. In my opinion the 05 felt more durable.

[crowbar032]

I've got an 09 Silverado extended cab 4x4 with 30,000 miles. So far I've had an engine control module fail that left me stranded on the interstate, a vent valve between the gas tank and engine failed, a different vent on the gas tank failed that made it extremely difficult to fill up, and the passenger side door lock actuator failed. All repaired without hassle under warranty, however these issues are extremely disappointing on a truck with only 30,000 miles. When I changed the oil the other day, I noticed the front axle is now dripping oil. I thought I was buying a NEW truck to avoid these types of issues.

[Hilltopper]

I bought my 2001 X-cab 4X4 when it was well used, but still in good shape. Comparing the 2, I think the old one was an overall better truck. But, when the old one becomes worn out you take what's available. I don't trust Fords, and around here Dodges seem to be the worst for rust. In a perfect world the 2010 would ride better, would have better seats, and wouldn't have more rattles than the old one had, which didn't have any.

[W/T_Deluxe]

The only truck I have regrets on selling was my 94 Stepside, I loved that thing. But as for the 900 I like mine, It took some getting used to with some of the computer nannies its got, like traction control, stabilitrak, and the DOD just to name a few. IMO the dash does leave a little to be desired, but I also just have a bare bones W/T so that might have something to do with it. Wouldnt give it up though.

[Dozbubba]

We have a 800 sierra & I can say the 900 is a lot better IMO.

[Roscopcoletrain]

Im coming from a CRV, so I have no grips about my Truck

[elite0259]

Im coming from a CRV, so I have no grips about my Truck

 

I'm coming straight out of my mom's Miata... I'm getting half the gas mileage, and oil changes cost twice as much... I regret nothing... The truck's definitely awesome even though it has a few minor glitches here and there...

[KMGZ400]

well i dont see how anyone can say the GMT800's are unreliable, there and thousands of people with over 150,000 miles with no major issues, the 800's are very very solid trucks. yes they have their problems, like every body style truck, but they are definatley a proven platform. i have 3 GMT800's, one with 175,000, and 2 with around 110,000 and they have been great. my 2001 has had a few issues, but i use it the hardest

 

As for the GMT900's, i have never owned one, but after the horror stories of AFM, i would never buy a GMT900 equipped with a 5.3, not to mention even if they didnt have any issues i wouldnt want half of my engine shutting down anyway. not to mention the whole sheet metal thing scares me away from a 900 too.

 

The interiors on the GMT800's are nice, they are functional and the seats are really good but sometimes some of the creaks and whatnot coming from the dash are pretty sketchy. GMT900 LTZ/SLT interior is awesome, way better then dodges or fords confusing interior

 

 

the GMT900's look awesome too

[RyanbabZ71]

Thin sheet metal is an invalid argument, mine survived 2 hail storms today with no damage

 

 

Ryan

 

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[KMGZ400]

Thin sheet metal is an invalid argument, mine survived 2 hail storms today with no damage

 

 

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i dont have actual proof or know if its true, i just heard a couple stories from people i know about how supposedly the sheet metal sucks on "newer GM trucks"

[1990ss]

Thin sheet metal is an invalid argument, mine survived 2 hail storms today with no damage

 

 

Ryan

 

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i dont have actual proof or know if its true, i just heard a couple stories from people i know about how supposedly the sheet metal sucks on "newer GM trucks"

 

 

It is definitely thinner than previous models. I haven't had any issues with it yet though.

[HollowWatcher]

I have no regrets buying my GMT-900! I have never owned a GMT-800 but spent some time in them and they are great trucks! The quality on my 900 is great and I fail to see the issues that people bring up about them! I have a 6.2 with 3.73 rear end and GM has never built another truck like it! It has 400 horses under the hood, conventional 4wd and it's in a 1500! The truck really moves out and will get 18 on the highway all day long and if I am easy on the throttle that figure approaches 20!