ihsolutions
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I can hardly believe it, but I sold the garage queen today. And to think, I never even got to drive it in the snow in nearly 9 years of ownership!
The 3670RL we have was quite a load for it. It was only 350lbs over GVWR, and well under the rear axle, tire, and GCVW limits...but still, it felt like getting pushed around at times, particularly on downhill turns. What really made me sell it, though, was a recent trip from MI to FL. That tiny 26 gallon tank yields a pretty short range, which is especially frustrating stopping at new places (to me) wondering about getting in and out, or dealing with the whole truck stop fiasco (read: no pay at pump, and oily mess everywhere).
So we are looking at ordering a 2012 GMC Sierra LT 3500 CC DRW. Duramax, of course. These things got expensive since I last bought one! I am leaning towards the GM product for a couple reasons:
1. Excellent 9 year service history from my previous truck. Never a problem, tons of power, and comfortable to drive
2. Eligible for the GM employee discount.
I'm looking forward to having a crew cab (we have young children) and moving to a non-sliding hitch. The added power of the new models over mine (97HP increase, and 250+ torque increase) are just a nice bonus. Not to mention how much nicer the new ones ride.
Once I take delivery, I'm taking it down to Tom at Classy Chassis (from the rally) for, among other things, a 90 gallon Tool and Fuel aux tank, fiver hitch, spray in liner, mud flaps, and don't forget, the super loud AIR HORN!
I'm looking for some feedback on other things to get. For example, any other highly recommended upgrades at Classy? What about ordering a lower trim level, and have Classy do upgrades? I'm new to this, haven't bought a new truck in NINE YEARS. This one, I plan to own for 20 years. There should be no reason to upgrade (at least, not from a capacity standpoint).
My BH has the Trail air tri-glide. I have heard good things about the Hensley Trailer Saver BD3 fiver hitch. Is it OK (or advisable) to have an air hitch and air pinbox? Or just one or the other?
Farewell, Garage Queen. You will be missed!
The 3670RL we have was quite a load for it. It was only 350lbs over GVWR, and well under the rear axle, tire, and GCVW limits...but still, it felt like getting pushed around at times, particularly on downhill turns. What really made me sell it, though, was a recent trip from MI to FL. That tiny 26 gallon tank yields a pretty short range, which is especially frustrating stopping at new places (to me) wondering about getting in and out, or dealing with the whole truck stop fiasco (read: no pay at pump, and oily mess everywhere).
So we are looking at ordering a 2012 GMC Sierra LT 3500 CC DRW. Duramax, of course. These things got expensive since I last bought one! I am leaning towards the GM product for a couple reasons:
1. Excellent 9 year service history from my previous truck. Never a problem, tons of power, and comfortable to drive
2. Eligible for the GM employee discount.
I'm looking forward to having a crew cab (we have young children) and moving to a non-sliding hitch. The added power of the new models over mine (97HP increase, and 250+ torque increase) are just a nice bonus. Not to mention how much nicer the new ones ride.
Once I take delivery, I'm taking it down to Tom at Classy Chassis (from the rally) for, among other things, a 90 gallon Tool and Fuel aux tank, fiver hitch, spray in liner, mud flaps, and don't forget, the super loud AIR HORN!
I'm looking for some feedback on other things to get. For example, any other highly recommended upgrades at Classy? What about ordering a lower trim level, and have Classy do upgrades? I'm new to this, haven't bought a new truck in NINE YEARS. This one, I plan to own for 20 years. There should be no reason to upgrade (at least, not from a capacity standpoint).
My BH has the Trail air tri-glide. I have heard good things about the Hensley Trailer Saver BD3 fiver hitch. Is it OK (or advisable) to have an air hitch and air pinbox? Or just one or the other?
Farewell, Garage Queen. You will be missed!