RST vs Trail boss why you chose yours? Would you switch?

[2fst4u]

Boys here's my take on ride.  I've own new since 2010., 12 , 14, 16,  My last was a sixteen loaded gm slt with a level kit which I've done on all my trucks.  My new to me TB loaded with eighteens is a very nice ride and not ridged at all.  my first tank of gas hand calculated was 28 mph and I'm happy.  Can only get better.  4 new rides and it gets better every time.  But this is just my 2 cents...if your uncertain about rides, take them all out for test rides, if your going to buy the dealer will more than be happy to help you make the right chose.

[Belo]

didn't need the lift and wanted dual exhaust and the looks of the z71 rst. it really comes down to how you use your truck. If it's not a lot off-road, get the RST. Which isn't to say you can't put the RST in 4x4 and go through some mud, but that if you're doing canada or mountain backroads, the lift and knobby tires will be worth it.

[BuckMack]

I picked up a LT Trail Boss about a month ago and have no regrets. The biggest influence in my decision was the look. I really like the black wheels and black grille. And I would’ve thrown on a small level/lift anyway, so this just saved a step. I think it drives great for a truck. If you get the RST with Z71 package it should handle pretty much the same. Boils down to personal preference and if you plan on missing anything.

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[Sin City Trail Boss]

My best friend and I both bought Silverados on the same day. He bought an RST and I bought my TB.

 

Pros on the RST, much nicer ride. I actually test drove his and it rides like a caddy. 

 

His has a lot more techy stuff than mine, but mine is the custom and not LT.

 

Another pro is the dealer was able to give him more discounts on his vs mine because they only had a few TBs and they were selling good, so he got another 2K off his MSRP.

 

Why I bought my TB: I actually do go off roading often, nothing too crazy, but I do go off-roading and felt like this truck was ready to go from the sales floor, without needing to put any more money into it. It already has the lift, tires, and suspension. Granted, it doesn't have the best suspension or tires, but more than enough for my needs.

 

Also, I actually wanted the older 5.3 with AFM and not the new DFM. I also wanted the 6 speed and not 8 speed. All the tranny related complaints I've seen here have been with the 8spd.

 

Also, maybe I am old skool, but I didn't want all the extra tech stuff. For me it's less things to go wrong.

 

Finally, the TB just looks bad ass and I love the style of it. If it wasn't for the TB, I wouldn't even have looked at Chevy, especially considering my 16 Silverado was a gigantic POS and had to trade it in 3 months in.

 

If you have any questions on the TB or RST let me know as I can always ask my buddy about his.

[migmowner]

On 6/5/2019 at 5:42 AM, gearheadesw said:

 

The first part of your suspension is your tires, the more rubber between the rim and road, the more bump absorbed in the rubber itself before starting to deflect the suspension. My truck weighs 8,250 with me in it, I can understand your login with the sporty car thing, but on my weighed down truck, I’ll take the tall sidewall. 

your truck weight is 8250! are you sure? I mean the weight on my 2017 crew cab was only 5454 according to the shipping weight on the COO. 

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[migmowner]

On 6/11/2019 at 7:35 PM, Inline6DirtyMaxRST said:

I’m saying 20’s are in 18’s are out to small. The trail boss rides rougher cause of the 2in. You can get the 2in lift for the RST and it will ride the Same

I had a 15 z71 with 18inch rims and a have a 17 ltz 4x4 with 20inch rims.  the 15 had the rancho shocks just like the trail boss and the ride was rougher in the z71

[dane0254]

I looked at both and I ordered a 2020 Trail Boss with the 6.2. My decision came down to this. I think the Trail Boss looks better.  

[Dunn]

at the time my RST was exact same cost as custom TB, but it had much better interior, , just more options and STORAGE....only things I didn't get were tires, 2 spd transfer and 2" lift....after thinking it over I knew interiors are much harder to upgrade than exteriors....and I didn't really need a 2 spd transfer case, also seats are very low in new chevys so power seat at least in drivers was a must for me.....so I figured if I put my own lift and tires on mine I will basically have an LT trail boss which was at least 15k more than I paid for my RST, and I could choose my own suspension and wheel pkg.....no matter what it will still be far less than LT TB....and custom TB without storage and power seat was deal breaker...….so that was my thought process.....buy the interior the exterior is easy, and also save a ton of cash in process

 

my RST came with 18's and I like the stock look so probably wont change rim....just tires and susp

 

if you like look of TB it is not hard to duplicate, GM sells the kit and rims/tires can be bought or do your own choosing

 

TB has rancho monotubes, Z71 models (non TB Z71) have twin tubes.....consensus is twin tubes are not as nice as monotubes.....

 

 

[Dunn]

On 6/10/2019 at 4:01 PM, Jaychevy81 said:

Here is what I don’t get what is the new trend I’m seeing more and more. A lifted truck with these rims that hang out into another zip code lol? I mean cmon you lift a truck and put rims like that on rubber band tires. And on top of hanging out there not even in line front sticks out more then the back does. Most I see are not even level either most are ass end down front end up. I get a lift or even filling the wheel wells but what is the point of this look I see idk.


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yeah I am 51 and have no idea how lifted trucks morphed into these creatures....think its hideous and offers nothing...I don't get it and don't want to get it, but to each their own and if your making the payments do what you will.....even raptor uses 17's, because theyre is a benefit to having more sidewall off highway

 

lifted trucks replaced lowered trucks of the 80's

 

 

[becker87]

I purchased a RST with the Duramax and just added my own height to the truck to match a TB. Added a 2" front level with a 2" rear block. Then added 33" duratracs.

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[gearheadesw]

On 1/3/2020 at 2:11 PM, migmowner said:

your truck weight is 8250! are you sure? I mean the weight on my 2017 crew cab was only 5454 according to the shipping weight on the COO. 

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2500 here, absolutely sure it weighs that much.

[Ranger522vx]

I have a 2019 LT crew cab TB (18” stock wheels with duratracs) and for the most part I’m happy.  I came from a 2015 sierra Denali with a 6.2.  I miss the 6.2 and It kind of pisses me off they strategized to delay the 6.2 a year for the TB I’m sure solely for money.  I will say as far as the 8 speed trans goes it’s 100% better than my Denali.   This was the reason I got rid of the Denali which already had it replaced under warranty at 30,000 miles and was still a piece of junk.  There are two complaints I have with the TB.  The suspension is really soft compared to previous trucks.  I can grab the side of the bed and shake the truck all over the place.  This made me think it would absorb a lot of the road.  However I’ve played with different tire pressures and it is flat out a rougher ride than I’ve ever experienced in any other half ton truck I’ve owned.  I also got better MPG in my sierra Denali with the 6.2.  I attribute this to the lift and duratracs on the TB but I figured the 5.3 would be somewhere close but it’s not being 1-2 mpg lower.  I’ve never been in an RST but they seem nice.  I think it basically boils down to looks.  I wanted a stock lift which is why I went with the TB.  If looks aren’t a big deal definitely go with the RST and save a little cash.  Only regret is not waiting for a 6.2 TB.  

[BlackRST]

On 6/2/2019 at 3:15 PM, Inline6DirtyMaxRST said:

When the T1 fist appeared I obviously was attracted to the TB. But after awhile and building all the models online the 2in lift didn’t really seem worth it. Then they announced the 6.2 and i6 comes in the RST and I can put my own lift/wheels on later. Also 18’s are to small for this truck imo I can live with the stock 20’s for a little. I feel like the RST is a better buy if you plan on modding your truck. If you like the 2in lift the TB is fine.

With the new updates to the 20’s with engine trims and other things. Are you gonna trade in your 19? I’m sure the dealers won’t mind a truck with 1-10k miles and you probably wouldn’t lose to much $. I’m patiently waiting like everybody for the i6 to show what it’s got. I’m very glad the 6.2 will also be offered as a 2nd choice but I’m 85% committed to the baby Dmax

I have a 19 RST, my father in law has a 19 TB...I wouldnt personally switch. I like the RST for the random added features, the tow/sport mode is nice. I also am about 5'5'' haha so the TB is huge step up into. I also feel like you get more for your money when you go with the RST vs TB... simply due to the fact you either need to get a custom or an LT...both of which are easily 2-3k over a base custom/lt because the TB package which gets you the 2'' lift. I think if youre going to be out in the woods or off road more the TB is definitely the smart choice. He takes his everywhere and clears majority of areas with ease. Me on the other hand, I do more road tripping and city driving.