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Daryl LBZ Senior Enthusiast

Daryl LBZ

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Once again just like with the SS GM aleinates the younger buyers by making the vehicles we want so unaffordable that only a retiree can buy them. :rolleyes:

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Sir Dan Enthusiast

Sir Dan

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Makes me seriously consider staying with GM for my next new truck. Wow! But like a previous post mentions, will you even be able to tell it with all the nannies put in to protect the delicate drivetrains they have now...

Daryl LBZ Senior Enthusiast

Daryl LBZ

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Lots of people buy 50,000 dollar trucks. That's why the auto makers are making so many of them.

 

I won't be. The next new vehicle I'll probably be able to afford is the Code 130r lol! :lol:

Daryl LBZ Senior Enthusiast

Daryl LBZ

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Gonna have to wait a while for that one. :lol:

 

The longer the better. Going to want something with a good combo of fuel mileage, and fun. I think it would fit perfect as long as the price is right.

 

On another note, is anyone planning on buying one of these trucks with the 6.2 asap?

 

StinkyCheese Senior Enthusiast

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Jeez if this is what the "half tons" can do what the heck are the 2500s and 3500s going to? The 6.2 #s blow the doors off my '06 2500 with the 6.0. HP,TQ, MPG, and max towing. Heck the towing #s are close to dad's '09 3500 with the duramax. What happened to the 1500 for driving/light work, 2500 for towing, and 3500 for hauling mentality? Now it seems that majority want a 1500 to do everything and then wonder why prices for them skyrocket. Probably my biggest peeve with the truck industry. Nice numbers nonetheless though.

kstruckcountry Senior Enthusiast

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No matter what the ratings are, I don't think I'd ever be comfortable pulling that much with a half ton. Not to mention many things you would pull that weigh that much (gooseneck flatbed, stock trailer) have a tongue weight way over what a half ton is capable of carrying, especially when loaded. I doubt many will want to put a 5th wheel hitch in their 2014 either. Once you pull a lot of weight with an HD you don't want to use a half ton to do it!

Joe_K Enthusiast

Joe_K

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No matter what the ratings are, I don't think I'd ever be comfortable pulling that much with a half ton. Not to mention many things you would pull that weigh that much (gooseneck flatbed, stock trailer) have a tongue weight way over what a half ton is capable of carrying, especially when loaded. I doubt many will want to put a 5th wheel hitch in their 2014 either. Once you pull a lot of weight with an HD you don't want to use a half ton to do it!

 

Exactly. I would get the 6.2 just for the joy of having that much power. :)

StinkyCheese Senior Enthusiast

StinkyCheese

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Another issue is how long until the 2500/3500 weight limits go so high that you need a commercial license?

 

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Big Whiskey Senior Enthusiast

Big Whiskey

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I'm wondering if they have an iron block version in the works for the HD's. The AFM is seamless now, unlike the previous gen.

I'm glad they have improved the AFM. I'm not a fan of it on my 2012. And yes, they will probably stay with an iron block in the HD's, like they have in the past.

 

It will be in the 2500's. Afm is easy to eliminate :) Ryan

Good to know. Yeah, I really don't like the AFM on my current 5.3. I'm too nervous about warranty issues with an aftermarket tune, so I may just invest in one of the Range V8 modules.

scz71864 Enthusiast

scz71864

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why are some of yall freaking out about them "nannying" the 6.2. just get a tune and that will fix itself.

BringTheRain403 Senior Enthusiast

BringTheRain403

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Honestly if the AFM is as good as it is on the 5.3 you won't even notice it. Seriously I can't tell the difference between V-4 and V-8 mode in my 14 Sierra...

 

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CorvetteOJ Enthusiast

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The longer the better. Going to want something with a good combo of fuel mileage, and fun. I think it would fit perfect as long as the price is right. On another note, is anyone planning on buying one of these trucks with the 6.2 asap?

Daryl, I just ordered my Denali with the 6.2 this morning. It is Sonoma Red and loaded out except 4wd and sunroof. I have no use for either one of those. Now, it will just be a waiting game.

Horacio Enthusiast

Horacio

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What was the bottom line if you don't mind me asking?

And how much extra for the 4x4 and hole in the roof?

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