I need help on what to get, 2003 Chevy or Dodge? - READ ONLY

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#6 of 20 Dodge RAMs by dustyk Sep 04, 2003 (1:41 pm)
My company started replacing our 2-wheel drive LD pick-ups with Dodges last year. So far, they have surprised everyone with exceptional 1 and 2 year reliability. No engine or transmission repairs or loses. Our oldest trucks in the fleet are Dodge RAMs, '97-'00 and our only 4x4s. They've been very competent performers. The track bars were replaced early but this has not resurfaced as a problem. We stopped buying Chevys in '96 because of reliability issues after having them in the fleet for twenty+ years. Rear axle and transmission failures were above average for '91-'96s and the most notable problem area. They were far from trouble free with a number of problem areas. They also were the first to rust, thus reducing resale value considerably. They were replaced by F150s starting in '97. Our total PU fleet is 81 units. We have no diesels at this time. Regards, Dusty
#7 of 20 Quality Issues by timmerc517 Sep 04, 2003 (2:14 pm)
I'd probably go with the Chevy because the quality of the Dodge's interior and some exterior shell parts are sub-par.
#8 of 20 Warranty by sanchai Sep 07, 2003 (7:38 pm)
For myself, I have been looking to buy a new truck this year. I was looking at GMC 2500 HD SLT with almost everything on the options, sticker price is $46K plus, drive very nice quiet and a good combination inside and outside, I can buy this truck for $40K, then I went to look and test drive one of the 2003 Dodge Ram 2500 SLT w/Lalemie package with Cummins diesel first start it very noise then the engine queit down when it has warm up. Ride a little roughs than the GMC. After I look at warranty the Dodge and GMC both have 36,000 mil bumper to bumper, then on the power train Dodge have 7y/70k GMC 100K on engine only. This warranty I have been in my mind, I may end up with the Dodge because of the warranty. What's you guy think?
#9 of 20 sanchai by ryanbab Sep 08, 2003 (3:32 pm)
Is they extra powertrain warranty free or do you have to pay a deductible?
#10 of 20 by ryanbab Sep 08, 2003 (3:34 pm)
I just checked out the dodge site and this is what it had to say Standard transferable 7-year/ 70,000-mile Powertrain Limited Warranty‡ Notice the little symbol after warranty? Heres what it says ‡See dealer for a copy of this limited warranty. A deductible applies. Looks like it isnt free
#11 of 20 by jtt3 Sep 08, 2003 (4:56 pm)
I had the same questions but mine was easy too solve. I tow a 14,000 lb. fifth wheel trailer and the 2500HD GMC/Chev was the only one that came close to that tow rating.
#12 of 20 jtt3 by mullins87 Sep 09, 2003 (5:47 am)
What is the GVWR for that truck?
#14 of 20 Mullins by jtt3 Sep 09, 2003 (6:02 am)
The GVWR rating is 9200 lbs GCWR is 22,000 lbs fifth wheel towing capacity is 15,700 on the extended cab and 15,400 on the crew cab
#15 of 20 jtt3 by mullins87 Sep 09, 2003 (10:12 am)
Then your truck, full of fuel with all your passengers and gear in place, can't weigh more than approximately 6,400 lbs or you are over the GVWR on your truck. Of course, you're still under the GCWR.