Nice truck Mike, I was a ford guy for years mostly diesel. I had trouble with every one of them. I bought a new 2018 Chevy 3500 duramax and love it. I pull a 30’ enclosed trailer with my race car inside along with tools,spare parts. Etc. pulls great. I’ve got about 58000 miles on it so far. The thing will pull a house. My buddy has got a 2020 ford with the 6.7 diesel it has 42000 miles on it. The fuel pump went out two weeks ago on a trip pulling a trailer, left him stranded.
Duramax ran the same fuel pump from 2011-2016. It’s a shame Ford stuck with the CP4 for some unknown reason. The 2020-up 6.7 Powerstroke is hands down the best medium-duty V8 architecture (speaking of the actual long-block) but they really need to ditch the CP4.
I think you'll enjoy pulling a load with the new truck, its a whole different feeling when that turbo spools up and you can feel it pulling instead of shifting like gas engines do. Its sooooo much nicer in my opinion I drive semi for a living and the difference between the trucks today and when I started 40 years ago is really nice. We have auto shift transmissions now wasn't sure I was going to like them because I really enjoy shifting but after driving them in big cities with stop and go rush hour traffic what a pleasure. My son has a duramax and loves it , hope you enjoy yours can't wait to hear your first impression after hauling a heavy load. Good luck
I will call it now, within 5 trips down to your other property, you will fall in love with how comfortable the GMC is and use it for everything!! I have the same truck in the Denali package. Enjoy your new truck.
Mike, I’m a diesel mechanic for 40 years. I’ve just retired people need to re-search diesel engines before they ever purchased one in anything with Duramax on it. You do not walk away you run away they are troublesome all big trucks running up and down the highway are in line 6 cylinders need I say anymore. I wish you the best for that. Hope it works out.
@@elim7228 I recommend the Cummins diesel anything above 17 are above on those trucks and you’re there unbeatable that’s my recommendation a true diesel is a in-line six, but the Ford V8 would be my second choice. Nothing else.
Mike, that's a very nice GMC AT4, you struck gold sir! I like that trim level, that's my favorite as it is sporty, but no chrome, which is great! I think this will serve your family and business well for years to come! Enjoy! Thanks, Brian. Also, use that Exhaust braking for towing and you'll enjoy that going down grades with a trailer and machinery on the back end, will save your brakes and save you money!
If you are towing a lot with different trailers you will love the trailer test feature, at least I do. It automatically cycles through your brake, turn, and reverse lights while you stand behind the trailer to make sure they are working.
100% agree. You probably know this, but for others who may want to know why, I often articulate the reasons as follows: First, the distance between the rear axle and the ball for a bumper pull is several feet. If you visualize going down the road and slightly turn right, the bumper pull will slightly move left. If you have a gooseneck where the hitch point is on top of the axle, this effect does not occur. I haul horses, and this slight reverse tug is amplified by the shifting weight of livestock and can feel like an unnerving wiggle going down the road at high speed. A family member of mine had this issue and it resulted in amplifying into eventually losing control and a severe accident. Second, as Mike points out, the weight ratings are much much higher for gooseneck. Imagine putting on a 50 lb backpack vs. holding the backpack at arms length. I can carry the weight on my back much easier. Likewise, a gooseneck that has the tongue weight right over the axle is rated higher. I am not a mechanical engineer, but this is how I see it and why I have justified gooseneck for livestock hauling for years. I hope this helps somebody. ;) Congrats on the new truck Mike! My 2013 Duramax dually was the best hauling truck I ever owned!
@@tc25d get the 7.3 Godzilla gas engine. We went that way. It’s a beast and pulls are horse trailers no problem with . Staying away from the Def trucks
@@tc25dfrankly I don't see the prices dropping until the economy bottoms out, which is a fair way off. If you want reliability I'm thinking that the diesels nowadays are way choked down, like my F350 is. Dpf, turbos, fuel pumps all pay the price... Honestly a gas version is probably a better bet for reliability.
Welcome to the GM family! The Lord will handle the stress. Keep the grocery getter for groceries and the Hunt Man, keep the AT4 for the heavy work. No different than using the Skid steer instead of the LX or vise versa! Great plan Sir!!
Mike, I also have a 23 GMC Duramax. I went Denali vs AT4. Pro tip on the tailgate. Press and hold the top tail gate button till the tail lights flash. This locks out the top portion of the step so you don’t dent the tailgate from a hitch. When you need the step just hold the button till the tail lights flash again and it’s unlocked. I also had a 2019 F150 Ecoboost. Loving the GMC so far. Congratulations!!!!!!
Mike, I'm jealous and happy for you. Always a Chevy guy and wanting a heavier truck as well. You're reasoning on keeping the "Grocery Getter" is spot on especially since you would not have got what it is worth to you. You will love the 3500. Keep up the good work.
What kind of supposed truck and equipment guy buys a 75k truck without even driving it? Only a 🤡. Acts like these trucks are so hard to find, they are literally filling the lots again all over the tristate. I had the new GMC , it was junk. GM is over , goodluck with that fiberglass truck. This guy is counting on inflation to carry him over to the promise land. Says trucks are money pits then proceeds to buy a tricked out pavement princess. You know what they say a fool and his money always go their separate ways. Goodluck bing bong
I'm still driving and towing with my one ton GMC 4x4 I bought new 45 years ago and never had a problem with it. Of course it doesn't have all that computer and electrical stuff on it which makes a difference I guess. That's a nice truck and hope it gives you years of service.
I’ve always enjoyed a Ford. We ordered a Super Duty took a year to arrive. Came in just prior to the 2023 models. They did a lot of updates to the Super Duty for 2023. I also took some features off that I wanted to speed the process up to no avail. When it came in a asked for an additional discount. I was getting a discount already. They asked why, I told em why and they said no. I said no to the sale. 6 months later I was on a Ford lot and there was a 2023 model almost identical to the 2022 I order for less than what I would have paid for the 2022. Glad I said no. Ford needs to sort some things out!
As has been said, Congrats on the new wheels. 2 suggestions in addition to the definite recommendation of getting a gooseneck, consider airbags for rear suspension and silastic buckles for the ride of the rear suspension. Good luck with it.
You’re not going to need luck Mike. GMC makes a great truck. So glad to see you crossing over from the dark side. I retired from GM after 34 years and have driven nothing but their cars and trucks since 1959 with no problems. Enjoy your ride and keep us posted.
Must have been assembly? I've been a contract engineer for GM for 13 years and I wouldn't buy one. UAW guys are super loyal, but go drive by Milford or Warren and see what the engineers all drive, maybe 60% GM at most and that's mostly because of dirt cheap leases. Contract engineers, almost non of us buy GM as we dont get the same discounts and its not worth it.
In 1995 I bought my last new F-150 4X4. In 30 days both differentials, cross-members, drive shafts, basically the entire underneath of the truck was solid rust. The 1st year it had 7 sets of brakes and rotors replaced, the radius arms wouldn't stay torqued so after rotation it ate 4 tires. Then it ate the 4 new tires they put on it. Pinion bearings and a clutch too. Pay all that money and they wouldn't even paint the underneath of a 4WD they know is duty-bound. They can keep em.
I have a 2019 Serra AT4 6.2L 450hp 4WD with every bell and whistle you can order a truck now with 80,000 miles on it. In Early march, it blew a oil cooler line while driving. In seconds, it had pumped all the oil out by time I got it stopped. Luckily I had purchased an extended warranty. It was taken to the GMC dealership where I was told the oil cooler line had been on back order for 11 weeks. I called my brother-in-law in Canada and had no problem getting one sent to me two weeks later. After taking the new line to the dealership, I was then told the engine was locked up. After another five weeks, I finally got my truck back with a new engine, new radiator, new starter, new oil cooler and a new GM warranty on everything. I wouldn’t trade this truck away for anything else on the market. These AT4 Trucks are built on steroids. Good luck with your new truck Mike.
Mike, you are a Big Picture Thinker. Trust your gut, it has taken care of you, your family and made you the success you have been on You Tube. If you needed to operate your equipment as business because YT was not supplementing your needs, you are ready. Love how you think ahead. Keep On keeping ON!
Mike, Great choice, the Duramax and Allison transmission are bulletproof. And quiet. I am strictly a Toyota and Kubota guy but when it comes to HD trucks ya can't beat the GMC HD. I went with the 8' bed access cab. Enjoy your nice new rig.
Congratulations! You will find your truck LOVES to tow. Especially with the gooseneck. The slightly bouncy ride due to its stiff suspension smooths out to better than your F 150 with a thousand pounds of feed in the back or a 19000 pound horse trailer on the gooseneck. Chevy 2500 Duramax experience. PS don’t trust your extended warranty. I bought one and they refused to pay when the front wheel drive burned out.
Hey Mike - Chuck here - beautiful truck - GMC will do ya well - now - about those power running boards - you will hate them - they dont have zerks - you cant lube them - after 2 years mine were CONSTANTLY stuck down - because when they begin to rust inside the pins creating a friction that creates a current draw and they go back down and stay there - I tried EVERYTHING to keep them lubed - maybe they now got smart and have zerks - good luck with them
Way to go Mike, you've got a beauty there in that new truck . I wish you the best with it. I know that there are way too many electronics to go south on them but one has got to do what you got to do.
That's one thing that stops me from getting anything newer than what I have, and even my newest vehicle a 2008 Ford Explorer has plenty of electronic stuff in it...today's vehicles are 1000x worse I think. A basic 4WD work truck really is all I need so I just bought a used F250 Superduty a couple months ago.
@@wildbill23c best truck I ever owned was a 1985 Toyota single cab 4x4. Power nothing (not even steering), carbureted, manual transmission and hubs, and solid front axle with birfield joints. Indestructible and you can fix everything yourself with basic tools. I still regret selling it and that was 15 years ago...
@@everettthompson8301 Hell if I had Mike's money I'd not have much of a care in the world about anything LOL. He ain't as rich as people think, he just uses his money more wisely than a lot of us.
Mike, you will not regret that Duramax/Allison. I've had mine for three years and haul all of my farm equipment with no problems. Good choice. With that high torque diesel, you will be amazed with how effortless the towing will be.
I’m not brand loyal and have owned both Ford and Chevy trucks. I haven’t had serious issues with any of them but the last Z71 had a lot of little things go wrong. The most frustrating was the Flex Fuel sensor that calculates the AF ratio based on ethanol content. It constantly messed up and the truck wouldn’t run right until the dealer recalibrated the sensor. Have a FX4 Superduty now and it is very nice. Couple recall issues but at 53k nothing serious at all. Good luck and if you plow snow like I do, the solid front axle on the Ford is a better setup.
Mike, I have a 2006 Duramax. I still have the truck and it's served me well. It was never my intention to keep the truck this long. However, two things occurred to make me keep it: 1) the truck has been solid and cost me nothing other than maintenance and 2) I just can't spend the money they want for a new truck today. I imagine I'll buy another Duramax based on this one's longevity. I think you'll like the truck.
@@amandadavis9726 lbz Duramax best one ever made, on my second one at 300k I traded it in, a year later I regretted it and bought another with 254k, runs like a top 🤘🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲
I have an 06 crew cab 8 foot 3/4 ton. I also have a new Denali Ultimate I just bought a month or so ago. I don't plan on that old truck going anywhere though. This new truck is to pretty and expensive for me to ding it up when I have that old truck around. I have taken care of that 06 its never been my normal everyday driver I have another truck too I am giving my brother that this new Ultimate is replacing. When I haul scrap, firewood whatever is basically all I ever use that 06 for. I have no idea how many miles it has somewhere around 200k. It had well over 100k when I got it 14 years or so ago. A tree fell on the bed and I bought it from an insurance auction. I already had a bed. The only real damage was one side of the bed was completely crushed and whoever used to own it must have been really heavy since the seat was so broken in
You made a good decision, you’re going to love the truck. I have a 22 Denali HD 2500,have 11k miles on it, no issues. You need to look up B&W hitches for the multipro tailgate, they make a specific custom receiver that won’t damage the tailgate . Enjoy it in good health !
Congrats from a GMC owner. One of the problems with buying a pickup in WesternPA is the way dealers tend not to stock long/longest available beds for crew & extended cabs. That color is awesome on a pickup, actually my choice. Baglier Careful. Nice group.
Congratulations Mike! I'm glad you bought that GMC. You'll be surprised how effective that exhaust brake is when you let off the throttle. I love those trucks! My son-in-law has that 1 ton Denali that I get to borrow. Sweet deal, I just put fuel in it and he makes the payments!
I knew it was a GMC when I saw the fender flare markers in the intro. You're going to like it. I have the Chevy version. I'm sure you have used an exhaust break before, but it sure does help a ton when pulling heavy loads.
Mike, congrats on your new truck. I’ve had Fords, Chevy’s and Rams. I found that if you take care of them they will generally take care of you. My Dad used to say, there all good when they run and none of them are any good if they don’t. I hope it serves you well.
I worked for government and used all the major brands of trucks, Ford, Chevy or Dodge. They all work good as long as you do the recommended maintenance intervals. Just little things would go wrong or break. Surprisingly, the electronics and computers were not the things that would fail. Of course we always bought the bare bones models, low bid, always. We always sold them at 100,000 miles, right after the power train warranty expired.
Hope it works out for you. My brother bought a new 2020 Ford f150. After a year it started using a court of oil every 1000 miles. It only had 10k miles. Been doing it ever since. He’s loves the truck. He’s taken it back to get it fixed between the dealership and Ford he’s got quite the runaround. He is about to trade to something else. This is the 3rd F150 he’s owned. Other 2 no problems. This one he’s had the oil issue. No heavy pulling. Very happy for you Mike. Well earned and deserved.
I've driven both my Duramaxes for 8 to 10 years and put 100 to 150k miles on them. Sold them for half of what i paid. By far the most inexpensive vehicles I've owned. Both still had the origins brakes. Only problems I've had were water pump at 100k and def sensor and 9th injector, both fixed under warranty. Just placed an order for a 2500HD ZR2 Duramax, should be here in September.
Can't comment on the durability of the new diesels, but in 1999 I bought a 97 2500 dodge 5 speed cummins. I still have this truck 24 years later, still runs as good as the day I bought it. absolutely the most reliable vehicle I've ever owned. That GMC is absolutely beautiful, love that color as well, enjoy your new truck.
Where I live there are no farms or ranches but there are lots of $100K pickups with big cabs and small beds. People use them to drive back and forth to the store or to drop the kids at soccer practice. They don't fit in their garages. Neither do their trucks.
Beautiful machine, Mike. I'm like you to some extent. I'd rather wrestle an alligator than shop for a new vehicle (which I am doing as we speak). I think aligning with a good dealer is as important as the make of vehicle in many cases. However, the way you take care of your equipment should serve you well. Similarly, my last truck purchase (and it will be literally my last, as I'm 74 years old) was a gasser SuperDuty in 2015 to haul my Kubota when necessary. I use it only when I truly need a truck. Eight years later and it has only 18,000 miles on it, and it still has that new leather smell. Good luck figuring out all that technology!
Mike. You'll love that truck. I agree keep the F150 for the daily errand running. For your receiver hitch look into a B&W tow and stow. They make one just for your truck so can keep the receiver hitch in and still fold down your tailgate. They will also carry the Ball and Safety Chain hook up for your GN hitch.
Your in for a treat w that GMC, and that’s coming from a F150 owner myself! Take care of it and it’ll take care of you. My gas suburban has 265k miles and it’s still my tow monster…..zero issues!
If you Ever have second thoughts about the warranty most of them are required by law to be bought back at a prorated amount. I own a shop in Utah. I have never seen one that wasn't a rip off when it came time to make a claim. My advice is to self insure with the premium you paid for the warranty. I'd urge you to read the fine print about what is excluded. I also bought a 2023 GMC Denali 3500 HD because of the same runaround by Ford on a 2023 F450 (job one)I placed an order for in early Novemberish 2022. Still no word on that. They quit corresponding in late January.
Mike I think you will really enjoy the new GMC. I am 69 years old and have always driven a Chevrolet or a GMC. I am currently driving a GMC now and have not had any problems with it. I always needed a truck to use on the farm hauling hay, feed and cattle.
Mike, As crafty as you are, Reese makes a receiver hitch cover with a switch in it that will not allow the upper tail fat portion to open if you have a hitch in it. You can install this real easily. GM should put this on trucks from the factory.
That was like the most relaxing discussion I’ve ever heard about buying a new truck despite the clear challenges you probably had about buying a new truck and the investment. This is my first video I watched from your channel and I’ll be watching many more to come. Beautiful new GMC truck and yes the color is awesome I just bought a new ford F150 and I feel your pain about the wait with your Bronco and all the delays with Ford. It took 7 months from the order date before I took delivery and it was a huge stressful experience.Glad to see you got what you were looking for with ease. Great informative video! Good luck with the new truck!
Hello Mike, Ford did me wrong in 2003! Love our Ram 3500. Great choice on the GMC, Fantastic Truck, my brother is the service manager at the local GMC dealer👍🏼🇺🇸
There's def still "parts supply constraints" out there. Facts (i work in industry). Especially for the ALL NEW MODELS. You ordered that awesome Bronco when it was in super high demand (all new model). Was most popular vehicle in country '21 & '22. Consequently, you ordered a new '23 Superduty when they are coming out w/ an all new model! Hence huge orders once again. It's not a Ford thing sir ..but more a timing thing. They most certainly didn't cancel your Superduty order! It will get sold to someone else. F350 is very popular truck for good reason. Hope you enjoy that beautiful new GMC & it treats ya as well as your Ford trucks have. Be blessed! -NY
Mike, congratulations on the new truck.. Really looks nice and will be a great asset for all the heavy towing you have to do. Enjoy!! Can't wait to watch all the things you do with it.
Congrats Mike. As a dealer master specialist whose worked for both GM and ford I can tell you can’t go wrong with either a new power stroke or Duramax. This truck will serve its purpose intended. Good luck on the road ahead.
Replaced the AC twice. Replaced the transmission twice. Electrical problems, endless. I eventually brought it to a junk yard that had a smasher. They allowed me to press the button. I didn't want to take the chance that anyone else would own that truck. Wish you the best!
Congrats Mike! I have the exact same truck in a 2022 Denali trim. All three brands make good HD trucks and I’ve owned several of each. I tow heavy loads both commercially and personally. My last HD was an F350 Lariat. This GMC has been my favorite so far. The Duramax/Allison combo just can’t be beat in my mind. Powerful, smooth and quiet. Enjoy!
@@williamcorleu5839 hilarious, chevy isn't what it use to be period. It's not even American anymore. They say they are, but tell me why the People's tax dollars had to bail them out, then all of a Sudden Vanguard and Carlyle Group are the 2 top investors in GM? Where's my money back from GM bail out?
Yay Chevy! My 1989 truck has 266K & justnow the differential broke down. Truck never let me down! 4x4, 5.7 L. For sale. I cannot afford repair at this time. I get attached to my vehicles & will probably cry like a baby when i lose it. Enjoy your new one! (I'm jealous too)
Congrats on the new truck , Mike. I don't blame you for ditching the Ford. The waiting game is horrendous for lots of buyers. I got lucky so far. I ordered an F150 Lariat on April 28 this year, was built on June 2 and shipped June 3. I'm currently waiting for it to arrive at the dealer I ordered from (Granger Ford in Iowa). They offer 3% UNDER invoice which I got. I'll be flying out from NY hopefully soon and driving it back. Good luck on the new one. Looks great!
Congratulations Mike on the new bigger truck. The old grocery getter has proven to be a very capable machine and I'm sure it is because of how well you take care of all your equipment. I have a feeling you'll find ways to make the new Duramax Truck pay for itself pretty quickly. Try putting AMSOIL in it as 100 percent synthetic oil holds up better under extreme conditions. They are famous for their products and have oil for just about every kind of equipment. It seems Melissa really likes the F150 and perhaps more than the Bronco. The grocery getter has been your vehicle of choice for long trips so it must be very comfortable and relatively economical to drive. Installing a cover over the bed and should produce better fuel economy when you don't need to haul a lot of stuff.
Congratulations on the new truck!!! I would use a fuel additive like Hotshot Secret Edt to help the injection pump last and help reduce regeneration. I would install a oil bypass filter kit to help keep the oil cleaner. A good kit would remove 90% soot particles down to 2 or 3 micron size. That will help the engine last alot longer. Myself I'm a fan of the Ford Super Duty because of the solid front end. On independent front suspension you have to compromise on the front end alignment of having the truck empty or having tongue weight. Having airbags in the rear will help with that issue.
As a 39 year master mechanic , my fellow mechanics and I do not own GM products or Nissan because we don’t want to work on our own vehicles. But what do I know.
@@johnrpizzaguy Apparently not much regarding the GM. They are far easier to work on and far less expensive than a Ford, as well as seeing far fewer failures within the first 100k miles. But I've been buying and selling trucks for 40 years and will no longer deal in Fords *at all*, so what do I know.
@@scottysgarage4393 did I say I was a Ford guy. I’m Factory trained in Nissan,Chrysler,BMW, Toyota and Porsche. GM is as you mentioned easy to work on and cheap , the choice of SHADE Trees across America. I look at GM as a beginner and if you are looking to challenge yourself as a mechanic you build on that. I’ve made a very good living challenging myself vs being comfortable with easy and cheap. No disrespect intended if I did. Take care and keep wrenching.
The guy wrong on the tailgate you have to do the button every time if you forget BAM DENTED I tried to get GM to turn off the tailgate from inside the truck can't I pushed the button on accident it opened up stuff fell out I had remote in pocket had stuff back there a lady honking at me stuff on the road at night had to put small pieces of red reflection tape so I can see that the gate is up I came from Ford trucks to I absolutely love it!!!!! Just wish I had to go back there and push the buttons on the gate remote off gate inside switch off !!!!!
I enjoyed you talking of the new truck. I can't imagine these new prices. I have the 2018 RAM 2500 mega cab and it's fantastic. Also, a 2017 RAM 1500 5.7. Gas for local runs and small parking areas, diesel for huge comfort and just " I got it" feeling. I paid them off just 2 months back. I'm 75, my last machines probably. I always traded every 3 years, always had warranty. But not I have their extended warranty and 1 more year- and that gives me worry on the 2500 diesel. Enjoy them, I sure do. Thanks for a fun video.
Congratulations 🎉 on the new truck.. I’ve always owned Ram Cummins, but every time I drive by our local GMC dealer I think, I could own one of those. I love the look of the new trucks. Maybe my next one will be a GMC!! Here in Ontario your looking at a hundred grand + for a new one that’s well equipped.😮
Hi Mike, looks like a wonderful choice for your needs. I believe if you push and hold the tailgate step drop down button for 3 seconds the tailgate step will be locked out preventing it from dropping down. Thus avoiding hitting your bumper hitch with the drop down.
😎😎😎 Get this, I have an 89 Geo Metro 3 cly ,5 speed it now has 356,000 miles on it ,paid $150 for it in 2001 I occasionally pull a trailer with it . Had the trailer filled with scrap metal going to the scrap yard ,crossed the scales, the weight was 3,250 lbs ,the car weights 1,600 LBS . Pulled the load over 20 miles. When I haul furniture and other items ,I love the look I get from people with the big experience trucks. 😄
Mr. Mike, I can’t get over how much we think alike. I’m a ford guy like you. But as of lately I’ve been looking at the GMC HD trucks. I think you will like that truck a lot. Keep doing what you do.
Congrats on the AT4! You'll love it! I bought mine last year almost in the same fashion: needed a HD truck during a shortage and it just dropped in my lap. Doing the same thing with keeping the miles low on hauler here as well. Might need to follow suit with the extended warranty later. Good Luck!
Weird … I ordered a 2022 F350 in Feb 2021. Told me it would be close to a year to get it. I followed the online order tracker and much to my delight on Sept 16, 2022 the truck arrived at my dealer. I’ve always liked GM products, good luck !
Great looking truck - Congrats! It's always nice to get a new vehicle! One thing that Chevy, GMC and Ram has that Fords, trucks or otherwise, don't have is the emergency feature on their automatic transmissions! Try this on your GMC: With the transmission in D, use an open palm, you can push forward and upward to move the shift lever from D into N ! This will not cause the transmission to go into R - there is a lock out detent. This is used in an emergency to disconnect the engine from the drive train. This is not pulling up on the shift lever as you would do in normal shifting sequence! Try it and be amazed!!! This works on vehicles with a console shifter also and you don't have to push the lock out button on the shifter - just use an open palm and push forward on the shifter. Can't do that on Fords!!! No dealers know about this as it is designed in. This is also true on many other vehicles such as Honda, Toyota, Lexus, Audi, Porsche, BMW, Mercedes !!! Why Ford has designed out this feature is absolutely crazy!!!
That truckl last you a LONG time. You do not abuse stuff. I have a 2004 GMC Durmax I bought new. It has several hundred thousand miles and 75% of it has been extremely heavy towing and that is about I do with it now. I have a Jeep for my running around. I have NO PLANS of ever getting a new truck. I just keep mine in mint condition, in fact is is like new inside and out and you would never think it has been worked the way it has. 19 years old and I like it more than the day I bought it.
Congratulations on your new truck when you shut that door showing the weight of what you can hall and tow your whole building you can see it through. The paint job of that truck that was amazing. I take care of my vehicles unbelievably well as long as you take care of it. It should take care of you. The electronics may be a different name. Some people They will drive these vehicles for 8 years and never change the oil.
Good for you! Everyone has their favorite brand and you will get a lot of comments about the good and the bad for any brand. Personally, I have a 2008 Dodge Ram 2500 with 240,000+ miles on it and just finished a trip to Yellowstone and averaged more than 10.5+ mpg pulling the mountains. Keep on keeping on - great videos!
Try not to worry to much Mike, the way you take care of your stuff, you should have that truck for a long time. It is a beautiful truck and I can't wait to see you pull your trailers with it.
Well I was totally a Ford man for over 40 years, owned F150s, F250, F350 Turbo Diesel, and lastly a beautiful Red F150. I loved them all. My son who owns a landscape company and construction company had settled in on Chevy/GMC 2500 and 3500 Duramax with the Allison transmission and found them well suited for severe service (towing and snow plowing). He has purchased over 150 trucks per year for the past several years. I finally got me a used 3500 HD High Country with 6K miles on it from the guy my son buys trucks from here in SLC. Wow, I am now a Chevy man, just like my son. I must admit, when I retired a few years back I pushed snow for him and fell in love with the Chevy one ton, work horse. Salter in the back and plow on the front. I'm sold. Looks like you will be too.
You’re gonna love the difference hauling . I have a 3500 duramax with the 8’bed , i had a 1500 Z71 hauling logs now i dont even know the trailer is behind when it loaded with 8000lbs of logs . Enjoy the new truck . Happy hauling Mike
Congrats on the truck Mike! I love those heavy duty trucks now they can pull a lot with ease they ride great and I'm a big fan of sitting up higher than most on the highway. My wife loves driving mine and I feel much she's much safer in it also. We love trucks so much because of their versatility we got rid of our cars and drive two trucks now. It just feels right. Enjoy!!
Your next purchase should be a gooseneck trailer and duel rear tires. That truck will pull anything you've got and go anywhere you want. I had a 3500 Chevrolet with a 454 five speed transmission and I pulled a 14000 pound track hoe with no problem. My safety rule was never mind how fast you can go but was how fast you can stop. Be safe and have fun
Congrats on the new truck! Always an exciting feeling. As for the warranty though, you do realize they call it a 5 year warranty but your really paying for just the last two years since the truck is already covered bumper to bumper for the first 3 years or 36,000 miles usually. And I believe the diesel motor is already covered 5 years? Either way it gives you some piece of mind for the price. Can you cancel your order on the F350 since they’ve delayed it? Just curious. Hey enjoy the new ride! And I like that color to!
I bought an extended warranty on my 2017 Denali HD with Duramax just before the regular warranty expired. GM was sending offers at over 4k+. I bought the platinum no deductible factory warranty online from a dealer up north for $1800.
Love the truck Mike. I have a 2019 AT4 1500 and I love it. Have not had a single issue. Of course I’m not hauling anything close to what your 3500 will be doing. Hope it will be a good one for you and a great addition the the OWTM fleet.
Gorgeous truck, love the color! I feel its crazy what the timeline is on ordering new vehicles. Congratulations on the AT4, I've always wanted one of those, hopefully it's a good truck for you!
Very nice Mike! Hope it works out well for you! Take care, God bless! Hello to all! Lots of luck and great travels with the new GMC. I don’t think you’ll go wrong. Stay safe my friend!✝️🙏🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
Thanks for the honest opinions. Been driving GMC for thirty years, I still have a 2000 sierra long bed I keep to loan out to family and friends. 4.8 liter, 250 thousand miles, runs strong, quiet and smooth after being used as a construction work truck for couple decades. I don't baby my vehicles I use them but not abuse them, keep the oil, oil filters, fluids, air filters, gas filters etc changed regularly. Take them in for a close inspection by my mechanic about every other year and have him fix or replace anything questionable. Haven't had a vehicle payment in decades.
Nice truck, Mike. I have a GMC Duramax, and it's been great! The extended warranty didn't cover the DEF system on mine, which was an issue. Also, you'll probably want to upgrade the tires. I went with the BFGoodrich KO2's. They're 10-ply, and you can inflate them to 80PSI for heavy trailering!
I have the K02's on my 1/2 ton GMC. On my second set and really like them. With the aggressive tread pattern, I didn't think they would wear well, but they seem to last a long time.
Friend of mine works for a Large Electrical Company....and they have Brand new GMC Diesel ....and they Def as destroyed the Motors....they refuse to buy new Trucks after this...
Very nice truck! I think of trucks the way that I think about tractors. There isn't much difference between the major brands and they are all good machines. I am a "Ford Man" myself, but would not object to getting a GM or Dodge product.
Just a heads up Mike, in the great state of Pa. A dealer told me when I purchased my truck that any vehicle with less than 500 miles on it is still considered New. Hope you enjoy your new GMC. Sharp looking truck, love the color. You will notice dirt on that color quicker than you did on the F150🙃
Glad to meet ya. You make a lot of sense. You might be surprised you two birds might like driving the Jimmy more that you think. My Wife and I have driven our HD Chevy all over the east coast and out west. We just love the comfort. Good luck enjoy.
@@ineedc0ffee Plus look at who has the most stock in GMC. Look at who has the most Stock with all American so called vehicle manufacturers. That's who is running them.
