Chevy 6.0 Super Ike Gauntlet

I like the Ike Test but it's really a test of the computers in the truck to determine how the computers manage the load. It really doesn't tell us anything about how fast the truck can really go.

I would probably lock it out in 3rd or 4th and try to keep the RPM near peak TQ...

I really do not care about the time.

Also, Gassers are going 200k PLUS pretty easy if taken care of now. It doesn't matter really as most of the people purchasing these trucks will replace them in the next year or two... Lol...pretty sure Gassers and Diesels get replaced around here about the same rate. :D

Thanks!

Jeremiah

I haven't seen this test for the Ford 6.2, is there one? was it comparable to the Ram and GM?

ib516 wrote:
29 mph near the top? GM needs to boost the power in their HD gas trucks.

:h :h

The big Hemi didn't fair any better.

At $44K, I think it's an impressive package. It's not stripped and gives you a lot of hardware for the money. To get a strong engine, large cab, 4WD and reasonable amenities is pretty good for that amount. You cold easily pay 25% more than that for a blingy Ford or Dodge 1/2T.
If the operator knows how to hold a gear and doesn't just hold it floor-boarded on hills, it would provide decent performance on hills and anyplace else.

transamz9 wrote:

kw/00 wrote:
Just got back from a state park in Georgia, saw several gas jobs. The guy beside me had a Ford 6.2, asked him about it, liked the truck a lot and went to gas cause of the diesel emissions.

I always like the comments that people say they go back to gas because of the possible high cost of repairs on the diesels. I just cut a check for $5700 for a Tundra with 128,000 miles. Air pumps and heads. Also some VVT issues. Another dealer wanted to put a new engine in it. LOL

Having the air induction pumps replaced on a 2007+ 5.7 Tundra can cost $2000-$4000 ($2000 for each pump). All they do is reduce emissions upon startup---they do nothing during normal driving. If your Tundra is out-of-warranty, save yourself a lot of money and install a Tundra Air Injection Pump Bypass Kit for $150-$200 (several for sale on eBay).

FWIW, Toyota did extend the warranty on the AIP on some model year Tundras to 10yr/150k.

Gas = lower repair bill + more often + 200k mile replacement

Diesel = higher repair bill + less often + 500k mile replacement

Pick your poison.

GM had a great gas engine it was the 8.1.

chevman

29 mph near the top? GM needs to boost the power in their HD gas trucks.

The other consideration on the gas vs diesel issue is the future, Even if the current administration backs off on some of the prior requirements, its frightening to think of what the enviro groups will come up with in the future. Diesel is always the first thing attacked and in part its because very few of the pro Prius types use them, and its easier to sell restrictions to those not affected. Gas while they might not like it, is still more commonly found in the hands of the folks they have to sell those regulations too , so those changes are a little tougher sell at least in the short term.

transamz9 wrote:

kw/00 wrote:
Just got back from a state park in Georgia, saw several gas jobs. The guy beside me had a Ford 6.2, asked him about it, liked the truck a lot and went to gas cause of the diesel emissions.

I always like the comments that people say they go back to gas because of the possible high cost of repairs on the diesels. I just cut a check for $5700 for a Tundra with 128,000 miles. Air pumps and heads. Also some VVT issues. Another dealer wanted to put a new engine in it. LOL

Great point, both sides have had problems, however gas jobs generally have less problems and are mostly cheaper to own and fix in the long run. The tundra example is a very small price to pay verse 10k to fix a fuel issue on the diesel. I have towed with both, diesel wins on pulling for sure in the hills. Ownership wise, gas makes more sense to me and others for many reasons. Yep can I afford a diesel? Yes.. Do I want the issues from the emissions and other potental high cost issues? No. I think when we get the emissions under control for the Diesel engine, then they will be cheaper and easier to own. Who knows when this will be. I for one am a fan for diesel trucks. But I have asked others towing with gas jobs why they chose gas, and the answer is mostly the same as stated above.