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03-14-2008, 05:33 PM
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Gmc 2500hd
Hey guys,
Long time since I've been online. Went to India with work...nothing like seeing a couple dozen people to hand cut 12" by 12" cobbles with small hammers and skilsaws. The stonework is incredibly ornate.
Anyway...any thoughts regarding the 2004 GMC 2500HD? I'm looking at one and wanted to get some of the pros and cons from other guys in the business.
Cutandtrim...noticed you're running one on a snowplowing thread. Your thoughts? Anyone else?
Thanks a lot!
Raj
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03-14-2008, 07:56 PM
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Cons: Eventually steering shaft bearing goes loose and you will here a knocking noise up front when driving over any type of bump. Easy fix with the dealer, and often can be done under their silent recall if you're "in" with the service manager.
Pros: MANY. It's a reliable truck.
What engine?
What Trans?
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03-14-2008, 08:30 PM
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It's a gasoline, auto V8 with a vortec.
Took a Ram and F-250 out too...the GMC just felt right and seems to get favourable reviews from auto watchers.
Thanks for the thoughts...good to get an opinion from a landscaper rather than a salesman.
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03-15-2008, 12:19 PM
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We own one 01 Ram 2500 and it's reliable....but drives like a truck.
You'll likely get 12mpg around town.
All others we own are Chevy or GMC. We have just had good luck with them. One is a 98 2500 with 190k.
Personally I drive an 05 2500 crew cab diesel w/ the allison because of a large camper and lots of kids.
Everyone else in my area gravitates toward Ford.
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03-16-2008, 03:17 PM
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Any thoughts on the difference between the 1500 HD and the 2500 HD? Do a lot of you debate whether to stay half ton or go three quarters?
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03-16-2008, 05:01 PM
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I'd go 3/4ton personally. You'll always end up needing it.
I run chevrolet....... same as GMC just alittle less money.
haven't had any major problems yet.
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03-16-2008, 07:53 PM
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There is nothing to debate. Go for a 3/4 ton. You will be constantly overloading a 1/2 ton in this business. A 1/2 ton is overloaded with just 4 full wheelbarrows of gravel!!
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03-16-2008, 08:07 PM
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You bet! My 2002 1/2 ton Chev had two transmission rebuilds; then, a third that included an upgrade to basically a 3/4 ton type transmission. Not had any problems since; but, always go for the 3/4 ton even if your just pulling a 7k trailer.
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03-16-2008, 09:18 PM
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What about the difference between a 2500 and a 2500HD? What's the main difference? Would a standard 2500 do the trick, or go HD, or go with a 3500? Thanks for the feedback. Getting opinions from landscapers is more important than the standard dealer pitch.
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03-16-2008, 10:04 PM
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Our fleet has a 2006-2500HD and a 1999-3500. Believe it or not the 2500HD has a higher gvw by 200lbs than the 3500. We also have a 1997-2500 and it is only about 400lbs less gvw. If you are going to be pulling trailers with equipment and hauling lockstone, gravel and soil then go with a 3500. If you arn't going to be towing and just using the truck for tools and the odd load of stone or gravel then get the 2500 or 2500HD. In general everyday use I really don't find much difference between any of the trucks until they are loaded past the limits. The 2500 has the nicest ride and is the most pleasant to drive. Personnelly I would opt for the 2500HD.
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03-18-2008, 11:27 PM
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We have 2 of the 2500 HD's in our fleet, both have the 6.0 Vortec gas engine, great trucks but get used to buying your fair share of fuel.
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03-18-2008, 11:29 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by synner
We have 2 of the 2500 HD's in our fleet, both have the 6.0 Vortec gas engine, great trucks but get used to buying your fair share of fuel.
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 We only get about 450 K to a tank of fuel 
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03-19-2008, 09:24 AM
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Is there a big difference between the GMC 2500HD and the Chev Silverado 2500HD? I understand that they have the same platform and for the most part the interiors are the same. Is the major difference in the styling? Any reason some of you guys went GMC instead? I hear you re the gas. A litre here is $1.15, and it takes almost 100 litres to fill that tank, meaning $115 per tank, which with the dollar at par, is $115 US to fill the tank.
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03-19-2008, 10:03 AM
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No reason for the GM vs the Chev, both times just what was available. Both units were purchased used with approx. 100km or 60 miles on the clock. The one truck has given us considerable issues with the transfer case selector motor and switch but other wise good hard working units.
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