Possible new ride

StvsDenaliXL

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Nov 21, 2011
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Well everyone, like the thread said, the wifey and I are contemplating getting a new ride. We're thinking of a pick-up with the cab and 4 doors, I already had thoughts of a Sierra or Silverado 2500HD, I really like the diesels they have really come a long way, True diesel fuel is a little more expensive at the pump, but considering the mpgs you get it would work itself out in the long run. I use a Silverado 2500HD at work and I would fill up it's 36 gallon tank about every 2 to 2 1/2 weeks and It's my office so I drive everywhere all day, I also like the extra HP you get out of these new turbo diesels. My wifey likes the F250 :lipsrsealed: and I refuse to go that route, I told her I would rather get a Ram truck than get a ummm, I just can't say it, it puts a bad taste in my mouth :redface:. What do you guys and gals think? BTW we're not getting rid of the Voy :wink:
 

HARDTRAILZ

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Nov 18, 2011
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You realize the mpg payoff is over 100,000 miles even on a little VW. It is longer on a truck. If you dont tow with it, there is no real reason to get one.

I have driven multiple new crew cabs over the past few years and they are incredible vehicles. You wont be dissappointed.
 

ItsOnVoy

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StvsDenaliXL said:
Well everyone, like the thread said, the wifey and I are contemplating getting a new ride. We're thinking of a pick-up with the cab and 4 doors, I already had thoughts of a Sierra or Silverado 2500HD, I really like the diesels they have really come a long way, True diesel fuel is a little more expensive at the pump, but considering the mpgs you get it would work itself out in the long run. I use a Silverado 2500HD at work and I would fill up it's 31 gallon tank about every 2 to 2 1/2 weeks and It's my office so I drive everywhere all day, I also like the extra HP you get out of these new turbo diesels. My wifey likes the F250 :lipsrsealed: and I refuse to go that route, I told her I would rather get a Ram truck than get a ummm, I just can't say it, it puts a bad taste in my mouth :redface:. What do you guys and gals think? BTW we're not getting rid of the Voy :wink:

Lol See me personally I would get a F150 over a Ram any day! I do not like Chrysler and there cars that much!! But I would not get a diesel...like the other guys said. Unless you tow then I would not worry about it! But i never driven one so I could be wrong and they could be great!
 

HARDTRAILZ

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ItsOnVoy said:
But i never driven one so I could be wrong and they could be great!

I love driving them, but would not pay the premium for it since I would not really use it. They are quiet and smooth and gobs of power.
 

ItsOnVoy

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HARDTRAILZ said:
I love driving them, but would not pay the premium for it since I would not really use it. They are quiet and smooth and gobs of power.

That is surprising to hear there quiet!! I thought if anything a diesel v8 would have some sound to it lol I mean our Yukon has a deep sound but yeah actually it is pretty quiet as we drive it lol never mind then :bonk: Smooth is always a plus!! I like a smooth car so you can drive comfortably and not get annoyed from little bumps on the road you know! I would get the Sierra!! It is a really nice truck!! StvsDenaliXL what color are you thinking of getting when you do get one?
 

StvsDenaliXL

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HARDTRAILZ said:
You realize the mpg payoff is over 100,000 miles even on a little VW. It is longer on a truck. If you dont tow with it, there is no real reason to get one.

I have driven multiple new crew cabs over the past few years and they are incredible vehicles. You wont be dissappointed.

I will be towing with it, so that's another reason why I like the diesel

ItsOnVoy said:
That is surprising to hear there quiet!! I thought if anything a diesel v8 would have some sound to it lol I mean our Yukon has a deep sound but yeah actually it is pretty quiet as we drive it lol never mind then :bonk: Smooth is always a plus!! I like a smooth car so you can drive comfortably and not get annoyed from little bumps on the road you know! I would get the Sierra!! It is a really nice truck!! StvsDenaliXL what color are you thinking of getting when you do get one?

They are much quieter and I love driving my work truck, I sometimes wish I had the same power in my Voy that I have my work truck. We haven't decided on the color yet, but I do like Midnight Blue
 

Regulator

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Nov 20, 2011
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Congrats on the new pending purchase. I can't be any assistance in advice, I have never looked at a diesel. I know that when we get to the point of buying another truck it will be a Chevy Avalanche. I miss mine every day.
 

StvsDenaliXL

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Regulator said:
Congrats on the new pending purchase. I can't be any assistance in advice, I have never looked at a diesel. I know that when we get to the point of buying another truck it will be a Chevy Avalanche. I miss mine every day.

I really like the Avalanche, we thought about one of those also, but we could really use the better MPG....too bad they don't make a diesel version, I would be all over it :tongue:
 

fletch09

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my work has a 2007 silverado 3500 dually w/ flatbed stake body & sunken 5th wheel ball
6.6L duramax diesel
allison shiftable 6 speed auto
had since new, 100,000+ miles
not a lick of trouble.
just normal wear items. oil, fuel filter (every 15,000), tires, brakes
when i first drove it, was impressed w/ how quite it was.
had replaced a 1993 dodge w/ a cummings in it.
also impressed w/ power it had.
i would but another when the time comes. :twocents:
 

ItsOnVoy

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StvsDenaliXL said:
I will be towing with it, so that's another reason why I like the diesel



They are much quieter and I love driving my work truck, I sometimes wish I had the same power in my Voy that I have my work truck. We haven't decided on the color yet, but I do like Midnight Blue

Mee too man :frown: If the voy had more power then it would be awesome lol

Midnight blue is a nice color for sure!!
 

91RS

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The Duramax is the best, definately go with the Chevy. The Fords are still junk, don't buy it if you want reliability. The Dodges aren't bad, their interiors are a little better for now but you really will only notice it if you're getting the fully loaded version. Even still, I'd be going with the Silverado/Sierra.
 

Ghoster

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The interior of the Dodge still feels cheap to me. they are certainly better than they used to be though.

I would buy the Chevy. After looking at the full sized trucks its still my favorite. These things sure do get expensive when you load them up though.
 

smitty5150

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Nov 18, 2011
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Chevy all the way on this one. I am a big dodge fan, but I hate the way the ram looks now. I've always tried not to discriminate against vehicles as long as they are domestic, but chevy trucks have always proven themselves.
 

WannabeG

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Dec 4, 2011
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Ford over Dodge any day.... The new Ford trucks are awesome. :yes: Go drive one with an open mind and you will! :wootwoot: Chevy/GMC first though. Cant beat 'em!
 

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