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Pickups Chevrolet Silverado & GMC Sierra 2007 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra - First Impressions
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Replying to: d_sanders (Sep 20, 2007 9:08 am) 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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Hi, I'm looking into buying a 2007 Silverado Max 6.0 liter, but I read an article on Edmunds describing a dyno test where the Silverado performed poorly. Mentioned something about being calibrated by the manufacturer and "closed loop" EFI timing. Basically, the Silverado won't kick into it's mean HP until you floor the gas for 4 seconds. Worse, a Silverado gets worse gas mileage and will get smoked off the line by a new Tundra or Titan. Terrible! The Silverado Max is a full second slower than the Tundra from 0-60 mph. Does anyone know if there is a chip or some sort of way to max out the HP without this 4 second rule? I'm a rookie at this posting thing, so please take it easy on me. Thanks.
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There was a lively debate over this issue in our 2007 Chevrolet Silverado/GMC Sierra: First Impressions and Toyota Tundra vs. Chevrolet Silverado discussions when that test came out. kcram - Pickups Host |
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Replying to: chevyman26 (Jul 10, 2007 4:21 pm) Sometimes too much biased opnion. What your prob. reading is the "digs" about GMs "torque management" programming. The uneducated call it different things. GM uses this on the 6.0 and 8.1 to improve driveline life (or so I read). Check this link for full TM info: http://fullsizechevy.com/forums/showthread.php?t=123667 Yes the toyoyo 5.7 is faster in the 1/4 mile than the reg. 6.0 in their testing. The 6.0 max was not compared against the 5.7 !!!!!!!! Check out the gas vs. diesel tests over at http://www.pickuptruck.com The 6.0 gasser outran and out pulled the diesels in most tests ! The 07 GMT-900 6.0 6 speed auto is one awesome motor/ trans. setup compared to my 04 6.0.............
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Replying to: hotel1 (Jul 11, 2007 6:37 am) Too bad it sacrifices so much acceleration. I need most of my power while accelerating with a load. Basically, I go dirt biking in the sand dunes in SoCal. I park my truck and trailer in the sand and I need the power to tow in/out of the sand without getting stuck. Is it possible that the TM will hurt me in this situation b/c I wont be flooring it for 4 seconds? I really need the power right away before my tires sink into the sand. Please dont tell me that a Tundra would do a better job for me in this situation....It would be so disappointing. I really prefer the looks and feel of the Chevy after driving both trucks. Also, do you know if there is a PCMforless or a programmer for the new Chevy trucks? Is there a way to remove the TM without making the shifting stiffer? Essentially, can you remove TM without affecting the feel of the tranny or anything else? Thanks again.
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Replying to: chevyman26 (Jul 11, 2007 11:13 am) But neither will hurt your pulling power............ My 6.0 had NO problem yanking my big camper or pulling my big Wellcraft SanTropez' 36 footer up a boat ramp and out of the water! Observed many 4.7 Fords struggle with a 26 footer!
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Replying to: hotel1 (Jul 12, 2007 6:20 am) Also, I dont think you can get a VMax with a 6.0/6-speed tranny combo in 2007. Looks like only the Sierra Denali offers the 6.2/6-speed right now. Any idea if Chevy will offer the 6-speed tranny in the 1500 VMax in 2008? Sounds like they are missing the boat right now with the Tundra offering a 6-speed with their 5.7l...Must be coming soon, no? Thanks for educating. Been helpful.
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Replying to: chevyman26 (Jul 12, 2007 8:52 am) |
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