A-Dub

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Drove an 08 Sierra 1500 CC 2wd last night. It had 20s and 3.42s. I really wanted 3.73s, but they didn't have any 3.73 trucks with the other options I wanted. I drove them back to back and honestly couldn't tell a difference. Any guys with an 08 and 3.42s? Feel like you need more gear?

Going to go back and drive a Vortec Max, what are the 6.0 guys getting mileage wise?

Anyone else worried they are going to buy a truck now and have the 6 speeds come out in the spring? I wish GM would give a date, I could probably make it until spring, but I can't wait until next fall or beyond.

Finally, how much under MSRP are you guys buying your trucks for?

Thanks
AW

tomtom818

I have the 4.8 with 3.23's, single cab, and the power is okay. I think it is good for a single cab. I cant remember what the MSRP was, but i paid 19,002.97 out the door.

fatdog41

Heres the specs of my truck. As you can see I paid 21K with only a $500. rebate. It is a loaded up work truck. It has plenty of go with the 3.42's. It is still loosening up. A six speed would be bitchin.

Specifications
Model Year: 2008Make: GMCModel: TC10703 - Sierra: 1500 2WD Regular Cab Standard Box
Color1: 46UStealth Gray MetallicColor2:N/ATrim: 88BDark Titanium Cloth Interior TrimPackage: 1SAStandard Option PackageEngine: LMGEngine: 5.3L, V-8, Flex Fuel, SFI, V-8Trans: M30Transmission: 4 Speed Auto
Event Code: 5000 Vehicle delivered to dealerVIN: 1GTEC140X8Z122983 Order #: MBPZ7WMSRP: $22,934Order Type: TRE Retail StockAge of Inventory: 30Stock Number: Status: Available*invoice 21667.22*E-Price 21167.22 plus tax, tag, and fee's less rebatesOther Options
Other:5B5Window Power Operated, Side (SEO)AE7Seat: 40/20/40/ Split Front BenchAU0Remote Keyless EntryAU3Power Door LocksB30Full Floor, Color-keyed CarpetingC67Air Conditioning, ManualC7HGVW Rating 6400 LbsDL8Mirrors, O/S, Power, HeatedE63Body, WidesideFE9Federal EmissionsG80Locking Differential, RearGU6Rear Axle 3.42 RatioK34Cruise ControlK47Air Cleaner, High CapacityKNPTransmission Cooling SystemPCXSL PackagePCYTowing PackagePY9Wheel 17" Chrome-Styled SteelQPRTires: P245/70R17-108S BW ALSRAECargo Management SystemSAFLock, Spare TireT96Fog Lamps, FrontU2KSatellite, XM Radio Digital Sound System (subscription)UE1OnStar Communication SystemUQ3Speakers: Eight, Uplevel PerformanceUS8Radio, AM/FM Stereo, Auto Tone, CDV76Recovery HooksZ82Heavy-Duty Trailering PackageZ85Handling/Trailering SuspensionZY1Solid Paint Application

Allgonoshow

iTrader: (1)

if you are getting a new truck, get a vmax, you won't regret it.
it's a much better starting point for mods and comes with 3.73's.
all you really need is a tune to transform the thing anyway, exhaust to make it sound better.
dod does work and i get about 15 mpg all city driving.
if you not in a hurry go to the gm web site and build the truck you want, print it and that it to several dealers and get the best deal.
only took 6 weeks to build mine.

Vmax2007

Ditto!!! And after building it, don't pay one dime over invoice, PLUS any rebates that are in effect when you take delivery. I ordered mine in Jan, got it in Mar, paid invoice less $2k (2x $1K rebates).

JT-bo

I wouldn't worry about mileage with the 6.0. A buddy of mine has an 08 VMAX with 3.73s and he is getting better mileage than I am with a 5.3 and 3.42s.

A-Dub

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I test drove a Vmax last night, they had an 08 SLT 4x4 Vmax demo with 6700 miles on it. It had 4.10s and the computer had the average mileage at 14mpg ( for what thats worth). Vmax is definetly the way to go, glad I drove one. Just need to find what I want now.

I am a bit confused on the options though. I do NOT want an SLT. I want a crew cab 2wd Vmax. It looks like you can order the 6.0 w/o the max trailer package on the SLT, but on an SLE do I have to find/order a Max Trailering Pack to get the 6.0?

Thanks
AW

PSM

iTrader: (3)

you can get the 6.0 independant of the trailering max maxpackage on sle1 and sle2

A-Dub

iTrader: (6)

Good info to know. On the GMC it looks like ordering the Max package gets 4 wheel discs and only costs a couple hundred more.

A-Dub

iTrader: (6)

GM order codes are a PITA. I can't order exactly what I want. I want the DL3 power folding signal mirrors. I would guess those are those are tough to add, but what about body colored door handles? Anyone swapped door handles on their NNBS?