Need a new tow rig

[tank222 2]

I'm pretty sure the new 6 speeds are 6L80's

[Big Po 1]

When did they go to a 6-speed in the Chevy's?

 

Hmmm...Guess I've been out of the GM 1/2-ton loop for a while. See what playing with diesels too long will do to ya.

Edited August 24, 2010 by Big Po

[Kyle 0]

Maybe a little off topic, but in an ideal world this is what I want: a new Ford F250/Chevy HD 2500 conversion to Excursion. I am sure other people do them, but here is a guy in OK. You get a ton of room and the diesel engine. They are pricey at around $60K.

 

http://www.customautosbytim.com/2008harley...nexcursion.html

 

I think this will be my next work truck (Command Vehicle), dont think I could justify it if i were paying the bills. But if someone else is.....

[Bigcatpt 408]

Just wanted to report back. I appreciate all the suggestions on a new tow rig.

 

Here is what I settled on....

 

2007 GMC Sierra 2500HD

30,000 miles

6.6 L Duramax Turbo diesel LBZ

Allison 6 speed tranny with autostick

Leather interior

6 inch fabtech lift

20 inch alloy rims

35 inch Toyo MT tires (brand new)

K&N filter on the intake

Straight piped in the rear

Alpine DVD player in the dash

 

 

Planning on some chrome nerf bars on the side, spray in bed liner, some after market seat heaters, and a chip for better gas mileage and towing power. I guess I now have my winter upgrade list!!

Edited October 4, 2010 by Bigcatpt

[MANDC 0]

That truck is bad azz. Congrats

[enzo on LI 79]

Nice look! Congrats

[rammer998 0]

Nice looking truck, good choice

[duramat 462]

Next Mod: personalized plates on that bad boy!!

 

DURACAT

 

 

congrats bro!!

[Carter13 69]

Big,

 

That's pimpin player. nice lookin teeruck.

[elc 2]

sweet tow rig!

[Canada Jason 0]

Good call on the Chev

[KnuckleDragger 7]

Sweet ride bigcat! That chev wont have any problem pulling your "friends" enzo if he gets one.

[tank222 2]

Good looking truck man, hit me up if you have any questions. I know a good bit about these trucks.

[Bigcatpt 408]

A couple pics of the new ride with the boat hooked up!

[islander033 2]

Looks mean

[duramat 462]

THATS THE SHIZZLE!

 

your making me want new rims, we already know I have tires! (oh the memories)

 

[Bigcatpt 408]

THATS THE SHIZZLE!

 

your making me want new rims, we already know I have tires! (oh the memories)

 

 

Focus my son..... you need automated ballast system first!!!!

[DarksideR 1,679]

Nice rig Cat! Wish I coulda found one like it when I was shopping for my truck.

Looks like those flaps are dragging.?

[Bigcatpt 408]

Nice rig Cat! Wish I coulda found one like it when I was shopping for my truck.

Looks like those flaps are dragging.?

 

Thanks!!! The flaps are maybe 1/4 inch too long right now and drag at slow speeds. Above about 15 mph the wind keeps them off the ground. I could trim them but I think I will leave them alone until I figure out exactly what I am going to do about getting the correct drop height on my hitch. Then if needed I could trim them a little or just let it happen naturally.....