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jerem0621
Explorer II
May 19, 2013

Test drove a new Chevy D/A Dually today

Oh My....what a truck.

I wanted to post something about the experience, but I can't think of the words. It just felt right, Huge TQ, yet smooth delivery, like a freight train.. the power just rolls on pulling harder and harder...

My V10 pulls hard.. but it was a totally different type of pull...

The experience was a nice one and I totally understand why folks want diesels, especially like that one.

My V10 puts a grin on my face when 400 lb ft of torque are pulling on the truck... but 765 lb ft of torque... oh, that grin is a bit wider :)..

Thanks!

Jeremiah
Tow Vehicles
  • john_bet's avatar
    john_bet
    Explorer II
    May 19, 2013
    4x4ord wrote:
    Nothing beats the power and smothness of the D/A - unless the Ram with the new Cummins and Aisin can do it?
    Don't need a new one for that. My '04.5 has lots of power and smoothness.
  • NC_Hauler's avatar
    NC_Hauler
    Explorer
    May 19, 2013
    Chevy/GM D/A is a proven combo...I owned three of them, last two were dually's in LTZ trim....never had the first problem with any of them.
    As stated, Ford, GM/Chevy and Ram all offer a great truck to tow with, pick the color you like, get the best deal and enjoy....
  • 5rdriver's avatar
    5rdriver
    Explorer
    May 19, 2013
    I don't think you can go wrong with any of the big three diesels, just personal preference. But I am very pleased with our new Silverado so far.
  • M_GO_BLUE1's avatar
    M_GO_BLUE1
    Explorer
    May 19, 2013
    There is no comparison when towing with a diesel compared to a gasser...
  • 4x4ord's avatar
    4x4ord
    Explorer III
    May 19, 2013
    Nothing beats the power and smothness of the D/A - unless the Ram with the new Cummins and Aisin can do it?
  • Golden_HVAC's avatar
    Golden_HVAC
    Explorer
    May 19, 2013
    You should try the new Ford diesel, it is Quiet! And has plenty of power to boot!

    I see a new truck in your driveway soon.

    Even the gas 6.2L has a lot more power than the older V10's had.

    Fred.
  • ch-ta's avatar
    ch-ta
    Explorer
    May 19, 2013
    I'm predicting your next post will be "BOUGHT a new Chevy D/A Dually today":B
  • allimax's avatar
    allimax
    Explorer
    May 19, 2013
    Don't get me to thinking about a new truck. The one I have pulls fine and I don't need any drama in my relationship. But, it is an '07. Maybe if I...nah, I just have to tune out the voices, is all.
  • larry_barnhart's avatar
    larry_barnhart
    Explorer
    May 19, 2013
    I have 3 friends with 3 different brands. All say awesome trucks for power and quiet running.
    chevman

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