Age old 1500 vs 2500 debate

mkirsch wrote:

Lots of examples of 2500's vs 3500's where the only difference was the springs...or even just the overloads. And the weight sticker of course.

However, there are ZERO examples of 1500's vs 2500's that can say the same.

Aside from being visually similar to a degree, you can agree that the difference between a 1500 and 2500/3500 is more than just springs, right?

2500's really only exist for classification purposes. People that need more than a 1500, but don't want to pay for the full Class 3 license and insurance, which is significantly more than Class 2.

Yes yes, I realize this. I know all about floating axles and different frames and better transmissions once you move up to the 2500/3500 brackets.

My main response was to "if you need suspension aids, you need more truck". That's silly.

Nothing wrong with suspension aids. People put them on 2500's and 3500's too.

If your 1500 is doing the job and you are happy with it, but want some airbags or helper springs, that's cool. Spend $500 on the airbags instead of $500+ a month on a new truck.

If I was buying a new truck today, I would get a 3500. Price can be close to the same as a 1500, and I only use my truck for hauling the camper, running to Lowes, etc. So it makes sense to me. Not arguing that fact.

Sounds like the OP thinks his truck does alright. But as I said in my post, if you want that bigger truck, go for it. It won't do a worse job and I doubt you'll be disappointed.