@LowRyter No were really happy with this truck. I just want more tow vehicle in front of me when towing. I don't sweat the up hills, I worry about if a tire were to blow, or if anything else were to happen, how would the truck handle it. N-Trouble is on the same page with me. The reason for the original question is the lower HPs on early 2000 vehicles are very unimpressive compared to today's standards. Although I have enough power now, with my towing circumstances I don't feel I can afford (not monetarily) to loose any HP. Excluding the merits of the lower HP 7.3 motor with a turbo at altitude.