possibly buying new truck...got ??????
05-20-2011, 07:00 PM
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So compare to your 5.3 6spd it is a lot better? I had a 5.3 4 spd and I'm not sure how much better the 6.2 is over the 5.3 when both have the 6spd. The other difference would be 6.2 2 wheel vs 5.3 4 wheel. Is the 5.3 enough for a hot rodder at heart? Thinking I'll drive a bit nicer in the 5.3 4 wheel just cause the power isn't as readily available and it might keep me out of trouble!
6.2 2wd might actually get better mpg than 5.3 4wd. Anyway, I had the choice between 4wd 6.2 NHT and 4wd 5.3 Z71. Went with the NHT 4x4 and I don't regret passing on the 5.3 in the least. However, if you think you'll ever need the 4x4 I would recommend finding a dealer with an NHT 4x4 in stock. I was able to find 3 or 4 within a few hours of me when I purchased mine a few months ago.
05-20-2011, 09:03 PM
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I don't tow much anymore or go 4 wheeling. So don't really need either but it's for fun with a 6.2 or the 4x4. Haven't made up my mind. Rode around town and played a bit with the truck and I'm sitting at 15 mpg right now. I'm going to make a 55 mile highway trip in the morning to see real numbers for myself.
05-20-2011, 09:43 PM
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Well in that case, if it's just for fun I'd go with the 6.2. The 4x4 is cool when you live in the snow, but even when I get in the snow, I know how to drive in it with my 2wd so it's not an issue. Go with the 6.2 2wd and show us some track times 
05-21-2011, 10:07 PM
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got a 6.2 truck....just not the one pictured here
https://www.performancetrucks.net/fo...d.php?t=482901
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