Anyone care to place their bet?

[4x4ord]

I would imagine once the new Ram hits the lot there will be two races going on. Who is going to be first to put the trucks head to head lugging a 20,000 lb RV up the mountain and secondly who's going to get to the top of the mountain first. I'll say Pickuptrucks.com is going to be first to determine that Chevy is still King of the Mountain. If I replace my truck in 2014 I will have a hard time trying to decide which way to go.

[ricatic]

nremtp143 wrote:
By then, it will strictly be preference as to whether you like a bowtie, horns or a blue oval. They will all do anything we as campers request, just one may do it with a little more finesse than the others.:B But, I want to be one of the first to read/watch the shootout!!!! While eating popcorn:B

I do not care who's truck is the fastset...but I do want to buy the truck that has a warranty...oop's...that eliminates Ford!!!!

Regards

[gmcsmoke]

Cummins12V98 wrote:

Water-Bug wrote:
Stoping the 30k is the job of the trailers brakes not the TV. Nothing gonna stop it if the trailer brakes fail. Would be interesting comparing exhaust brakes though.

Ram will still have the best EB.

it didn't in 2011

Eisenhower Pass Exhaust Brake Test

We repeated the exhaust brake test on the westbound descent back to Dillon. Eisenhower averages a 2 percent steeper grade than Davis Dam, and that 2 percent made a big difference in slowing the 14-ton fully burdened rigs (trailer, truck and five adult males).

The finishing order changed, with the Sierra requiring five brake applies, the Ram 12 and the Ford 13.

[Cummins12V98]

Water-Bug wrote:
Stoping the 30k is the job of the trailers brakes not the TV. Nothing gonna stop it if the trailer brakes fail. Would be interesting comparing exhaust brakes though.

Ram will still have the best EB.

[FishOnOne]

Diesel Power Mag...

Link

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Sorry- 2 browsers open- pls disreguard.

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Here



Is this the place where you stayed?

[Targa]

woodworker59 wrote:
Plain old Chevy rules for me. Who needs all that bling anyway. Give me plane Jane power any day.

I have the same taste as you, I do not like my stuff flashy. As far as the new Chevy goes, it is about the blingiest (is that a word?) thing that I have ever seen. IMO it's borderline tacky.

[Engineer9860]

YnotTurbo wrote:
Too bad Chevy has such a boring interior and exterior to go with such a good engine and tranny..

You're joking right? I think the new Chevy is one of the best looking trucks ever built.

[mr__ed]

It doesn't matter to me which truck wins. My 2007 Dodge may get me to the top of the mountain a little slower but I'm never in a rush to get somewhere....:B

[Huntindog]

mpfireman wrote:
All of the big three in the HEAVY hauling category will do the job. It really boils down to what DIESEL engine you prefer, Cab size, fit and finish, Those must have feature you really want and need, OH, and who gives you the best bang for the buck.
So if I get to the TOP of the hill 10 seconds slower or faster, who really cares. All i want is a TV that is reliable, gets decent milage, and comfortable for those long days on the road.

The difference between the Ford and Chevy was over 2 minutes.
Just sayin.

[woodworker59]

Plain old Chevy rules for me. Who needs all that bling anyway. Give me plane Jane power any day.

[YnotTurbo]

Too bad Chevy has such a boring interior and exterior to go with such a good engine and tranny..

[mpfireman]

All of the big three in the HEAVY hauling category will do the job. It really boils down to what DIESEL engine you prefer, Cab size, fit and finish, Those must have feature you really want and need, OH, and who gives you the best bang for the buck.
So if I get to the TOP of the hill 10 seconds slower or faster, who really cares. All i want is a TV that is reliable, gets decent milage, and comfortable for those long days on the road.

[I_am_still_wayn]

I couldn't care less who makes it the mountain top the first. I care who makes it down the mountain LAST! The power of the exhaust brake on the way down is way more important than the power of the engine on the way up.

[Water-Bug]

Stoping the 30k is the job of the trailers brakes not the TV. Nothing gonna stop it if the trailer brakes fail. Would be interesting comparing exhaust brakes though.