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deduncan Enthusiast

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Hey y'all,

 

So, I think I'm going to hold out and wait for the 2004 crew-cab. Reason being, is I want a crew-cab, but really don't need the excessive Duramax or 8.1L power that is available in the 2500. I do have to admit; however, that the 6.0L in the 2500 would be right up my alley.

 

I don't tow anything, and use my truck primarilly for household things really. I eventually will tow a tent trailer, and possibly a boat, but nothing TOO heavy.

 

I have talked to a few 2500 CC 6.0L owners here around town, and the most common complaint that I've heard from them is, "I wish it had a little more power." That being said, since the biggest engine on the '04 CC is still going to be the 5.3L, do you think it'll be sufficient power for that rig? I can't imagine its going to be too much heavier than a 1500EXT. How do you 5.3L owners out there like your engine? Sufficient power?

 

Toss around your ideas, and suggestions.

carguru Senior Enthusiast

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I would say that it wouldn't be that much different than the Avalanche or the 1500 Suburban in terms of power. Both of those have the 5.3.

BCNU Enthusiast

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I pull a 28 ft travel trailer weighing 5000 pounds before filling it up with everything I carry camping and I also put stuff in the bed of the truck with my 5.3 ext cab 4 wheel drive and i have no problems, so from what you say your are going to pull I do not see you having any problems. Good luck on your new purchase !

akjay Enthusiast

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In my case (reg cab short bed) it's often too much. I'm allllllways spinning the tires on takeoff! :cheers: I really think you will be happy with it. Especially if it's just the occasional towing and not every weekend.

Wingnut Senior Enthusiast

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I pull a 28 ft travel trailer weighing 5000 pounds before filling it up with everything I carry camping and I also put stuff in the bed of the truck with my 5.3 ext cab 4 wheel drive and i have no problems, so from what you say your are going to pull I do not see you having any problems. Good luck on your new purchase !

Same here....But it's a 28' boat. Same weight though.

 

While not a racecar, my 5.3 pulls it without complaint.

Truckman031 Senior Enthusiast

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The 5.3 is very good in our Tahoe which is heavier than a half-ton crew cab. Our 2001 Silverado has also pulled alot of weight and has done great through 84,000 miles.

99silveradoz71 Senior Enthusiast

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The 5.3 in my 99 has hauled a moderately loaded bed with rental equipment and a riding mower as well as trailered rental equipment with no complaints or problems at all. You could try to find out what the curb weight of a cc vs. an ext cab is. That may help your choice.

chevyman16 Enthusiast

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Don't worry at all. The 5.3 is a very strong engine. Plus, the '04 5.3's horsepower and torque get bumped up to 295HP and 330 lb. ft of torque. That's 10 more horsepower and 5 more lb. ft of torque. The CC 1500 is going to be a great addition to the Chevy truck line up.

Tungsten Enthusiast

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My 02 5.3 Short Box Red cab did fine, and my 03 Ext Cab Short box is fine also. They have a lot of power and a lot of aftermarket parts... But if you want more power why not get the 1500HD Quad Cab with the 6.0L?

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