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#668 of 707 Re: Contemplating on buying my first GM. [gaspasser2] by 12ozcurls Sep 11, 2007 (4:36 pm)
Replying to: gaspasser2 (Sep 11, 2007 2:37 am) Well I wouldn't just assume the Tundra has been proven reliable. It's a brand new machine with some transmission complaints and computer kinks although it looks like it's finally got the balls to compete. The last one had quite a few problems as well.   http://www.consumeraffairs.com/automotive/toyota_tundra_brakes.html   It is always good to wait a while before you throw down your hard earned cash. And if you don't plan to use your truck as a daily driver, then get something used. Lots of good deals out there. But do you research! Everyone I know is getting a '88-'98 Chevy/GMC 1500/2500 model because it's cheap and reliable. It won't win any beauty contests but for the money, its a hell of a deal.
#669 of 707 Re: Contemplating on buying my first GM. [gaspasser2] by schlog Sep 11, 2007 (6:14 pm)
Replying to: gaspasser2 (Sep 11, 2007 2:37 am) I'm with you 100 percent. You need to be comfortable with where you place your hard earned money. Spend it where it makes you comfortable and don't let this forum or any other sway your feelings. In the end you have to live with your choice. That is the greatness of a free and open economy.   Spend wisely,,   Schlog... to some a dog
#670 of 707 In the end you have to live with your choice. That is the greatness of a fr by gaspasser2 Sep 12, 2007 (9:17 am)
Simply put. God Bless America. GM appears to be stepping up to the plate and Ford though a little bit behind is catching up with their yet to be released new F-series. Toyota with its new Tundra is really shaking things up and its getting serious attention. Competition is great and consumers win. Thanks everyone.
#671 of 707 Navigating the Options List by blckislandguy Sep 12, 2007 (6:45 pm)
We're contemplating a pickup for both a shop vehicle and general weekend use and I need a little help with the options. Because this is not going to be anyone's primary vehicle (i.e., it is not going to be the bosses "candy wagon"), I am thinking of keeping the options to a minimum.   Questions:   1) The GM web site infers that power windows/locks are not availble with the Work Truck edition. Yet the '07 Chev catalog that the dealers hand out lists a "Work Truck Convenience Package". Can you get power windows in a Work Truck edition? Power windows in a truck are a necessity IMHO.   2) We want to get the trailer package for not only the trailer capability but also the added coolers. Seems like a no brainer.   3) Engines. The 5.3 seems to be a good option. But the 6.0 is appealing because you get so much more with it such as a six speed tranny instead of the four speed. Any thoughts?   4) You can get vinyl with the WorkTruck or leather for an addional $800 (dealer installed). We have leather in all of our cars and like it. But I don't remember vinyl as being all that bad. Is it?   5) Cabs. Sure the Extended Cab is nice, but it is rougly 3K more and I rarely see them used except as storage lockers for the owner's gymn bag. Moreover, you give up an 8' bed. Based on my experience with an F150 Supercab with the 8' bed, you should really settle for only a 6' bed with an Extended Cab.   6) Fancy sterio/fancy wheels/LT3 etc, etc? For the fourth vehicle in two person household, this seems like overkill.   7) I like getting more for my money. When I run the numbers for a 1500 vs. a 2500 they are within 1K or so. Seems like the ostensibly more rugged 2500 is a good deal. Yet a salesman just told me that the frames are the same with the exeption of one addional leaf spring on the 2500. So, what do you get with a 2500 that you can't get with a 1500?? How is it more rugged?   8) I see where you can option up a Work Truck. Of all the option packages, is the 1LT the best "deal" for your money??   Any thoughts? What did I miss? Replies to this message: 1offroader (Sep 19, 2007 5:50 pm) d_sanders (Sep 20, 2007 9:08 am) blckislandguy (Sep 20, 2007 5:57 pm)
#672 of 707 5 speed tranny in 08? by kcflyer Sep 19, 2007 (8:04 am)
Previously I read that GM would start putting 5 speed automatics in their half tons in 08. Now that the new model year is close I have not read anything that mentions this. Does anyone know?   By the way. The wife has 20K on her 06 crew cab 4wd slt. Other than rattles hear and there (in the truck) it has been so far so good. We get 16 mpg in mixed driving and 19-20 hwy.
#673 of 707 07 silverado wind noise? by northga Sep 19, 2007 (5:11 pm)
I just bought an 07 silverado crew cab 2wd z71 and love it. The only complaint I have is that there is wind noise, sounds like it might be from the drivers side view mirror or I really don't know. Has anyone else had this problem or is it just my truck. thanks
#674 of 707 '07 Silverado Wind Noise by lionclawz Sep 19, 2007 (5:49 pm)
Agreed Northga, I too would have appreciated a lower profile of wind noise. My concern is at high speed where it is at its loudest, not really bad but enuf to have me considering rain deflectors for the Driver and Passenger side windows to reduce it! at say speeds below 35 its fine. I have a X-tended Cab and if I lower the rear door windows the noise is lessoned.   I also have the Sunroof, and it too has a sound issue - I love to drive at high speed with the sunroof open, but it really isn't a option. I have noticed a baffle that overlays it a little that might reduce the sound level. there is a wind baffle integrated into the opening and closing of the sunroof glass panel but it really is ineffective and I feel could have been designed better. (note Skytop, this is not a opportunity to pounce , please, LOL)   Other wise I love the truck, 8800 miles on it so far   16.9 city, 19+ highway
#675 of 707 Re: Navigating the Options List [blckislandguy] by 1offroader Sep 19, 2007 (5:50 pm)
Replying to: blckislandguy (Sep 12, 2007 6:45 pm) blckislandguy   On your point #3, you Do NOT get a 6-speed with the 6.0 motor. You get the Super Duty 4-speed. The 6-speed is only on the Sierra with the 6.2L motor.   The external trans and engine oil coolers also come standard on the 6.0L.   1offroader
#676 of 707 Re: Navigating the Options List [blckislandguy] by d_sanders Sep 20, 2007 (9:08 am)
Replying to: blckislandguy (Sep 12, 2007 6:45 pm) 1st of all, you need to find another salesman, cause he doesn't know head from his $$. The Work Truck has an LS package that offers your power windows and locks. It also has a CD and cruise control. This is the perfect package for most guys like you who want a base truck with some of the items that you cant live without.   The difference between the 6.0L and 5.3L V8s is HP and torque. No, you do not get a 6 speed automatic trans with the 6.0L unless you go to the 2500HD. The 6.0L Vortec Maxx V8 in the 1500 is matched with a 4 speed automatic also. HP/Torque is 315/338 on the 5.3L and 367/375 on the 6.0L. The HP/Torque on the 2500HD with a 6.0L is 353/375 and a 6 speed auto transmission with touch-up, touch-down manual mode.   The vinyl is just as good as the leather. Don't waste you money, you won't get it back on trade in.   The bed on the Ext cab is a 6.5 foot bed. The extended cab has enough room for 3 adults to ride in the back if needed. It is not as much room as the crew cab, but if you need it, you got it.   Stick with the LS package on your Work truck, you won't need to pay for those other extras.   This is where you need a new salesman. The 2500HD is way more frame and powertrain than the 1500. 1st of all, the 1500 GVWR is 7000 lbs. the 2500HD is 9200 lbs. (big difference). The engine and tranny are also much bigger.   Again, the Work truck with the LS package will save you $thousands. The 1LT has many options that you may not need or want. Go find a 1LT and look at the standard options for the 1LT. If it has options that you want, that the work truck doesn't then the 1LT is the better option.   D. Sanders Replies to this message: blckislandguy (Sep 20, 2007 5:57 pm)
#677 of 707 Re: Navigating the Options List [d_sanders] by blckislandguy Sep 20, 2007 (5:57 pm)
Replying to: d_sanders (Sep 20, 2007 9:08 am) D. Sanders, thanks. I appreciate it.   The 1500 Silverado 1LT configured the way we want it (5.3 engine and towing) comes in at $31235. The WT configured the same way (5.3 and towing) plus other features we want (CD, rear defroster, solar windows, LS package, power windows/locks/doors), all WT options that are included in the 1LT, comes in at $30,397. Call it an $800 difference.   This seems close. But, as far as I can tell from the Chev web site, there is no AC available in the WT. This makes the 1LT a no brainer in 2007. PLUS the side curtain air bag is available on the 1LT and not on the WT. If you have AC and the side curtains, you have truck you can live with for 10 years.   Sure the WT is a lot cheaper than the 1LT if you delete the power windows/locks ($990), the solar glass ($100), and the chrome front end in the LS package ($490) but now you are into a different vehicle. Something with no air, hand crank windows, manual locking doors (imagine trying to close a window or lock a door at a stop light at night), etc.   As a side note, one of the attractions to someone who drives a truck for 10 years in the Northeast, is the towing package. Not only do you get a trailer hitch but also you get a better suspension, a tranny cooler, and the locking differential. I strongly recommend the package even if you don't plan on towing much. The vehicle will last longer, be more versatile and better in snow.

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