Sparky-(Admin) 21,083 #1 Posted March 29, 2018 Brought this home tonight. I didn’t title this post “New Horse Hauler” cause I’m BROKE now! Won’t be buying any Wheel Horses for awhile 🙄 . But I will ride in comfort to the WH Show. 14 12 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rmaynard 15,308 #2 Posted March 29, 2018 Very nice 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 40,742 #3 Posted March 29, 2018 Ooohhhh!!! I like them GMC's. I have started snooping around myself. My Tundra just turned 198,000 but it just won't break. It's going into the shop next month to be torn apart before the show. If I keep it I'll have to invest $1500 at least in the next year for a timing belt and tires. There's a new red GMC in the town I work in. It's on sale for only $43,000!!!!!! Think I can talk them down to 20? 1 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sparky-(Admin) 21,083 #4 Posted March 29, 2018 25 minutes ago, squonk said: Ooohhhh!!! I like them GMC's. I have started snooping around myself. My Tundra just turned 198,000 but it just won't break. It's going into the shop next month to be torn apart before the show. If I keep it I'll have to invest $1500 at least in the next year for a timing belt and tires. There's a new red GMC in the town I work in. It's on sale for only $43,000!!!!!! Think I can talk them down to 20? Mines a used truck (2015) there are loads of trucks coming off 3 year lease plans all the time. Much much less expensive if you don’t mind a few miles on em. I only put 6000 or so miles a year on my trucks so a few miles from a previous owner didn’t bother me. 6 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebo-(Moderator) 8,264 #5 Posted March 29, 2018 Mike- That is my kind of truck! Be sure to bring a tow chain as there will be a few Ford guys heading down that will need a tow for sure 5 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 37,102 #6 Posted March 29, 2018 Don't forget them old Slowpar guys too. Nice score Mike...how many miles on that one? 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Aldon 4,826 #8 Posted March 29, 2018 And great color! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ed Kennell 37,492 #9 Posted March 29, 2018 Very nice truck, but I am disappointed. I swear the title of this post was" New Fish Truck". I expected to see the trout stocking truck. 1 10 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 40,742 #10 Posted March 29, 2018 "Hey, How do I get to Arendtsville PA.? "Take the left turn at Albuquerque!" 1 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WVHillbilly520H 10,373 #11 Posted March 29, 2018 I had originally leased my '14 Silverado Z71 but as it was time to make up my mind to turn in ,trade up or keep it, I just kept it only 39K miles and cheaper than another new 1 after getting an extended warranty I'm set for a few more years till something else catches my eyes, you'll like the active grade braking if hauling and going down hill kinda like a "Jake Brake" to help slow you down without the service brakes, Jeff. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 40,742 #12 Posted March 29, 2018 I've had grade braking in my Tojo's since 2002. First time was kinda weird but I really like it! 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ed Kennell 37,492 #13 Posted March 29, 2018 I'm not familiar with the Toyo and GM systems, but I do like the Tow/Haul system in my 2010 Ford. When pulling, it locks out 6th gear and makes the down shifts at a higher RPM keeping the torque higher. And I really like it when towing trailers with out brakes. Going downhill, It senses the trailer push and does the necessary down shifts to maintain the set speed. Works great in these PeeAaa hills saving on the brake pads. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WVHillbilly520H 10,373 #14 Posted March 29, 2018 The GMs have the tow haul mode as well, then the back up camera for hitching trailers, didn't know if I would like the "slushamatic" trans after only owning manuals since getting my license, but I really like this one especially the fuel mileage with the V8, @Sparky I think you'll like it as well, Jeff. 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebo-(Moderator) 8,264 #15 Posted March 29, 2018 I am still running my 2002 Silverado 4x4 with the Duramax and Allison tranny. Just hit 108K and is just getting broken in. 3 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sparky-(Admin) 21,083 #16 Posted March 29, 2018 11 hours ago, AMC RULES said: Don't forget them old Slowpar guys too. Nice score Mike...how many miles on that one? This one is a 2015, SLE-Z71, 5.3 with a 6 speed auto and 4x4. 45,000 miles. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pfrederi 17,518 #17 Posted March 29, 2018 12 hours ago, Aldon said: And great color! Not if you live on a dirt road!!! 2 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Terry M-(Moderator) 2,158 #18 Posted March 29, 2018 13 hours ago, stevebo said: Mike- That is my kind of truck! Be sure to bring a tow chain as there will be a few Ford guys heading down that will need a tow for sure 1 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHX?? 48,069 #19 Posted March 29, 2018 14 hours ago, Sparky said: cause I’m BROKE I owe I owe its off to work I go! Welcome to the it will be worn out by the time it's paid for club! Just joined that club myself Nice rig Sparkeye 6 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sparky-(Admin) 21,083 #20 Posted March 29, 2018 14 hours ago, stevebo said: Mike- That is my kind of truck! Be sure to bring a tow chain as there will be a few Ford guys heading down that will need a tow for sure Tow chain...got it...check! 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stormin 9,980 #21 Posted March 29, 2018 Very nice truck. I'd like something like that myself, but the fuel costs etc over here would soon have me in the poor house. Plus black would never be clean due to some of the roads/lanes I drive on. 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHX?? 48,069 #22 Posted March 29, 2018 8 minutes ago, Stormin said: fuel costs etc over here Trust us Norm that way over here most times too! Decent mechanics command 70 + pounds ($100.00) an hour. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ACman 7,575 #23 Posted March 29, 2018 Your really gonna enjoy that truck Mike ! 355HP and 385#’s of torque at your disposal and like Hillbilly said great mileage too ( the best was 27mpg highway in my 2015 4x4 suburban ) . I really love my Suburban ! But I better because I don’t plan on buying another vehicle anytime soon. Have fun with your newish truck. My son can’t leave anything stock . His 2015 Silverado has aftermarket intake, catback dual exhaust and tuner. He also did a 1 1/2” body lift , 2 1/2” level kit , GMC 20” wheels w/ 295- 60 Nitto’s tires (34” tall) and traded the chrome for painted pieces. The latest project is a costume front bumper he built from scratch using cardboard templates. It’s going to be LinedX , color matched of course . 4 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chris G 3,296 #24 Posted March 29, 2018 Congrats thats a Very nice truck! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stormin 9,980 #25 Posted March 29, 2018 2 hours ago, WHX14 said: Decent mechanics command 70 + pounds ($100.00) an hour. Diesel's anywhere between £1.19 ltr to £1.30ltr over here, depending on where you are. My local Land Rover specialist charges £54 per hr. Main stealers are up around £80per hr plus. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites