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#680 of 751 Re: Sleeping in car/truck? [climr] by asa May 19, 2007 (4:29 am)
Replying to: climr (May 18, 2007 9:19 am) You probably know about bed tents, but most of the truck makers offer them. You'd get a bit more sleeping room than inside the truck, but would have to offload what might be in your bed each night.
#681 of 751 Re: Sleeping in car/truck? [climr] by poncho167 May 20, 2007 (5:12 am)
Replying to: climr (May 18, 2007 9:19 am) Another option is to find a used Pontiac Aztec SUV. Yes, we already know most people don't find the Aztec very attractive, ugly, but the vehicle has an above average ride, descent mileage, plenty of room including the optional tent to attach to the back, and radio controls from the back interior of the vehicle as well. The vehicle also has that removable center consol between the seats that doubles as a cooler. This vehicle can be had for cheap.
#682 of 751 V8 for 2008 Colorado by poncho167 Jun 09, 2007 (4:42 am)
Supposedly there will be a 5.3 L option next year similar to the current Hummer H3. Replies to this message: donn2390 (Jun 09, 2007 8:06 am) jfritsch (Jun 09, 2007 4:51 pm) kcram (Jun 09, 2007 4:55 pm) and 5 more... kipk (Jun 10, 2007 3:31 am) and 2 more... poncho167 (Jun 16, 2007 10:37 am) jfritsch (Jun 18, 2007 5:05 pm) rsholland (Jun 14, 2007 4:10 pm) paisan (Jun 14, 2007 4:18 pm)
#683 of 751 Re: V8 for 2008 Colorado [poncho167] by donn2390 Jun 09, 2007 (8:06 am)
Replying to: poncho167 (Jun 09, 2007 4:42 am) I have been hearing that 5.3 rumor for over a year. First time I heard it was for this year. I would love to hear confirmation on that. I have been searching the web trying to find out anything I can about the 2008. I was going to buy an '07, but it's so close to the 8's coming out, I am going to wait. I haven't heard of any problems with the '07 heads, so I assume that problem is history. Replies to this message: jfritsch (Jun 09, 2007 4:51 pm) kcram (Jun 09, 2007 4:55 pm) thegraduate (Jun 09, 2007 4:56 pm) and 4 more... kipk (Jun 10, 2007 3:31 am) jfritsch (Jun 10, 2007 4:48 am) and 1 more... poncho167 (Jun 16, 2007 10:37 am) jfritsch (Jun 18, 2007 5:05 pm)
#684 of 751 Re: V8 for 2008 Colorado [donn2390] by jfritsch Jun 09, 2007 (4:51 pm)
Replying to: donn2390 (Jun 09, 2007 8:06 am) How in the world would they put a v8 into a chassis that they had to compromise and put a 5 cylinder in as it is? No other mid size (tacoma, frontier, possilbly ridgeline) has anything said about a v8 and they have bigger dimensions and possibly just barely the space for a small one. The Dakota is the only one with a v8 and it is the biggest of the bunch. Keep looking for info on this rumor for the Colorado as you won't find any. Its not gonna happen. This is a compromsied vehicle with a small engine, poor towing and with cheap amenities and expensive too. Get a Frontier, Tacoma, Ridgeline, or if you need GM, or a v8 a Silverado -- one of the best in the fullsize class. (you can work 7-8k off msrp deals now with this truck of the year, 4k off the Tacoma and Frontier and about 6k off the Ridgeline) You may be able to work 8-10k off a Dakota. The dodge Ram 1500 4x4 crew is advertised for 12000 off list frequently, although a large full size. Before you go Colorado please do yourself a favor and drive the alternatives. You will be happy you did. --jjf I have been hearing that 5.3 rumor for over a year. First time I heard it was for this year. I would love to hear confirmation on that. I have been searching the web trying to find out anything I can about the 2008. I was going to buy an '07, but it's so close to the 8's coming out, I am going to wait. I haven't heard of any problems with the '07 heads, so I assume that problem is history. Replies to this message: kcram (Jun 09, 2007 4:55 pm) thegraduate (Jun 09, 2007 4:56 pm) kcram (Jun 09, 2007 5:06 pm) and 3 more... kipk (Jun 10, 2007 3:31 am) jfritsch (Jun 10, 2007 4:48 am) kipk (Jun 10, 2007 1:08 pm)
#685 of 751 Re: V8 for 2008 Colorado [jfritsch] by kcram HOST Jun 09, 2007 (4:55 pm)
Replying to: jfritsch (Jun 09, 2007 4:51 pm) Same way they got the 5.3 in the Impala. It's not about the power, it's the size. The 5.3 is only 4 cylinders "long" as opposed to the I-5 which takes up more space lengthwise. This is why Colorado/Canyon critics have wondered for years why GM didn't use the 4.3 V6. kcram - Pickups Host Replies to this message: thegraduate (Jun 09, 2007 4:56 pm) kcram (Jun 09, 2007 5:06 pm) thegraduate (Jun 09, 2007 5:10 pm) and 2 more...
#686 of 751 Re: V8 for 2008 Colorado [kcram] by thegraduate Jun 09, 2007 (4:56 pm)
Replying to: kcram (Jun 09, 2007 4:55 pm) This is why Colorado/Canyon critics have wondered for years why GM didn't use the 4.3 V6. Did we ever get an answer on that one? Replies to this message: kcram (Jun 09, 2007 5:06 pm) thegraduate (Jun 09, 2007 5:10 pm) donn2390 (Jun 09, 2007 8:14 pm) and 1 more...
#687 of 751 Re: V8 for 2008 Colorado [thegraduate] by kcram HOST Jun 09, 2007 (5:06 pm)
Replying to: thegraduate (Jun 09, 2007 4:56 pm) I've heard because it's based on the old 350 (4.3 just has 2 cyls cut off) and they'd prefer to use a newer engine design. I'd think it would be a better stopgap than the I-5 until they get a new truck V-6 in production. kcram - Pickups Host Replies to this message: thegraduate (Jun 09, 2007 5:10 pm) donn2390 (Jun 09, 2007 8:14 pm) thegraduate (Jun 09, 2007 10:38 pm)
#688 of 751 Re: V8 for 2008 Colorado [kcram] by thegraduate Jun 09, 2007 (5:10 pm)
Replying to: kcram (Jun 09, 2007 5:06 pm) Ah. Makes sense...sort of. They seemilngly alienated a few die-hard truck guys who wanted some real torque from a traditional engine. I really don't know, is there a new truck V6 coming anytime soon? Or is the 3.6 GM's only real "V6" they've got now outside of the old 3.5/3.9 ~~pushrods~~ cam-in-block designs?(The 2.8L V6 found in the Saab doesn't count to me, 210 hp is now in 4-cylinder's territory). --TheGrad Replies to this message: donn2390 (Jun 09, 2007 8:14 pm) thegraduate (Jun 09, 2007 10:38 pm)
#689 of 751 Re: V8 for 2008 Colorado [thegraduate] by donn2390 Jun 09, 2007 (8:14 pm)
Replying to: thegraduate (Jun 09, 2007 5:10 pm) GM invested far too much money in the new technology of the I-5 to go backwards to the 4.3 V6. The I-5 is tomorrow, so don't hold your breath on getting a V6, which has far less HP. The V8 is a possibility because it uses the same frame as the Hummer which has the V8. Seems to fit fine in there..! Before I would ever consider buying foreign, I will continue to drive my '91 S-10 with 160 K on it. Replies to this message: thegraduate (Jun 09, 2007 10:38 pm)