All,
I have a 2008 K1500 crew with the 5.3L. We are looking at upgrading the truck as we are considering a camp trailer that weighs 5500lb. empty, 6500+ loaded. I was seriously leaning 2500 6.0L gasser, but have recently learned of the new 6.2L with an 8 speed tranny in the new 1/2 ton. 95% of driving will be a commuter but 6-8 times a year it will be used to pull. They are rated for a pretty hefty 11,700lbs for towing.
Anybody have experience/opinions?
Thanks in advance,
Elk Country
I have a 2010 2500HD 4x4 CC 6.0/6L90, I was looking for a 1500 4x4 CC 5.3/6L90 but this one popped up, white on black leather that was most important to me. I knew the 6.0 was a gas hog but bought it anyway. It has averaged 12.1 mpg but tows fantastic, ride is good for a 2500.
The 6.0 and the 6.2 are different engines, the Gen V is direct injected, aluminum block and have AFM standard but not sure if that is also in 2500's. A lot of people do not like AFM.
AFM delete is not cheap on the Gen IV and I am not sure if it's possible on Gen V's.
If I only towed 6-8 times a year I would be inclined to choose a 1500 6.2/8L90.
