2008 Silverado Wt

Deichler · February 2, 2008

Hi all. I just purchased a 2008 Silverado WT with the 4.3L V-6 and 4L60E tranny and 3.23 gears. Seems to have plenty of power and nuts. I had to go with this package to get a new truck in my price range. It is a regular cab long box and blue granite in color with dark titanium interior. Tow package was not an option on this vehicle, but I will add it. It DOES have the tranny cooler, a big plus for keeping the 4L60E cool. Well, just wanted to know what you guys think and if there are any concerns for the 4.3L as this is the first V-6 I have had. I previously had the 4.8L and the legendary 5.7L 350. So far I love the truck, just want to know what y'all think. Oh, it also has the G-80 locker.

punmax · February 2, 2008

Not bad. Any pics?

Deichler · February 2, 2008

Not bad. Any pics?

No, not yet. Wayyyy to crappy of weather here to do it. I should have took em yesterday when I picked it up. The inside of this truck is pretty nice and the DIC everyone is adding here is on order through a local GM dealer. I agree, for the price, you can unleash all kinds of info on your vehicle, kinda nice for what you pay for these things.

WFO · February 2, 2008

Hi all. I just purchased a 2008 Silverado WT with the 4.3L V-6 and 4L60E tranny and 3.23 gears. Seems to have plenty of power and nuts. I had to go with this package to get a new truck in my price range. It is a regular cab long box and blue granite in color with dark titanium interior. Tow package was not an option on this vehicle, but I will add it. It DOES have the tranny cooler, a big plus for keeping the 4L60E cool. Well, just wanted to know what you guys think and if there are any concerns for the 4.3L as this is the first V-6 I have had. I previously had the 4.8L and the legendary 5.7L 350. So far I love the truck, just want to know what y'all think. Oh, it also has the G-80 locker.

I had my 1994 4.3L with 96,000 and never had a problem with it. I towed a boat with mine from state to state and worked well. On my 07 I elected to get the 4.8L motor because it gets better gas millage than my 1994 4.6L did. All in all the truck was very good to me.

Woodcutter · February 2, 2008

Congratulations on your new truck. I love mine in the WT trim: basic, no frills, but with a lot more creature comforts than were standard a few years ago (engine hour meter, trans temp readout, tilt wheel, onstar, etc.). The only 4.3 I've had was a 1990 K1500 with a 5-speed, and I'm sure your new 4.3 has a hell of all lot more power than the old TBI motor did.

shedberg · February 2, 2008

Congrats, I hope you enjoy your WT as much as I enjoy mine. Is it 2WD or 4x4?

I'd love to hear how your fuel economy goes, keep us updated.

Deichler · February 2, 2008

I originally wanted the 4.8L as I was used to it, but I wanted to stay @ $330 a month for a payment, sooo, the 4.3L was the only option. My Dad says I am not going to get anywhere w/o 4x4 but today we got some snow and I think it did very well. If the G-80 kicked in at all at a stop light I did ot feel it. I think it will be a good ruck. Thanks for the comments guys.

Deichler · February 2, 2008

Congrats, I hope you enjoy your WT as much as I enjoy mine. Is it 2WD or 4x4?

I'd love to hear how your fuel economy goes, keep us updated.

Mine is 2wd. I filled up today, I put my Scan-Gauge on it until the DIC comes from the dealer next week and it says @ 17 MPG. However the amount of fuel I put in and what the Scan-Gauge said was 2 different things, so I would say right @ 20 MPG. Scan-Gauge said I needed 18.x Gallons and I put in 10 Gallons and it filled it up. It was at 3/4 tank so I think 20 MPG sounds about right.

shedberg · February 2, 2008

I originally wanted the 4.8L as I was used to it, but I wanted to stay @ $330 a month for a payment, sooo, the 4.3L was the only option. My Dad says I am not going to get anywhere w/o 4x4 but today we got some snow and I think it did very well. If the G-80 kicked in at all at a stop light I did ot feel it. I think it will be a good ruck. Thanks for the comments guys.

As long as you put a bunch of weight in the back of the truck, you'll be fine in snow.

karld · February 2, 2008

I really like my w/t so far.No problems to speak of at 7200 mi.My truck is decent in the snow,but I added a set of Bridgestone Blizzak DMZ-3 winter tires that help a bunch.I have been getting 16-17 mpg with the 4.8.

karld · February 2, 2008

I really like my w/t so far.No problems to speak of at 7200 mi.My truck is decent in the snow,but I added a set of Bridgestone Blizzak DMZ-3 winter tires that help a bunch.I have been getting 16-17 mpg with the 4.8.

98 Z71 SLT · February 2, 2008

Just remember, the 4.3 V6 you now have is the SAME as the legendary small-block, just with 2 cylinders missing. Same architecture as the classic small block V-8

Excellent engines. Sounds like you got a good deal. Congrats.

unit731 · February 2, 2008

Welcome !

Another Work Truck Member !

2008 GMC Sierra 1500 Work Truck.

Deichler · February 2, 2008

Welcome !
Another Work Truck Member !

2008 GMC Sierra 1500 Work Truck.

LOL, all I am missing is power windows. I have remote keyless entry and will have the DIC by the end of next week, so I think it will be good.

unit731 · February 2, 2008

I still have my 1990 1500 4.3 @ 140,000 miles and it is still running excellent. Never any leaks. Never any engine problems. Starts every time. For me, anyway, at 18 years old and still running great, I can only say good things about the 4.3. Granted, I changed oil every 3,000 miles. And, of course, I never abused the truck.

This truck has been the most reliable truck I have ever owned.