SmallTruk Posted July 9, 2012 Report Share Posted July 9, 2012 But an engine that big will definitely last a lot longer than something that may be more fuel efficient so it's a trade-off. Everything is a trade-off in the car world. Whaaaaat?? Since when does the size of a motor determine its lifespan? OP....what about a dually with a diesel? Even the short distance you drive will still be a noticeable hit with gas since you had a hatch the whole time. But I agree with the maintenance costs, they're gonna add up quick and it'll probably twice of everything you're used to. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jessica Posted July 9, 2012 Report Share Posted July 9, 2012 The question isn't fuel economy, the question is do you need a dually? a 1 ton truck is for work no matter if some people bag and slam them. If you have any concern about gas money and you aren't going to use this truck to make money then it isn't the truck for you. It will ride like shit, handle like shit. drain your wallet at the pump, and if anything breaks it will cost a small fortune to repair because it's over built and less demand. Yes, they look cool, but go over a narrow two-lane bridge with one while another truck is going the other way. Try parking at walmart next to someone. Try just going through the drive thru or just run to the convience store. I'm just trying to provide a dose of reality here, not be a dick. Rest in peace, walled 87 accord build log 03' Corolla build with AA Mayhem inside. My super random youtube channel and terrible camera work. Wiring comparison by CaptainzPlanetz Wire and fuse guide by Guest SyKo13 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miguels Posted July 9, 2012 Report Share Posted July 9, 2012 i have a 454 and would do 2 tanks a week like 40 gallons and my job is 13 miles away. not a good idea for daily but a beast on the weekend my logshttp://www.stevemead...-my-new-set-up/my blow through loghttp://www.stevemead...future-updates/ 96 ss http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/164094-96-impala-ss-build/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C-Fizzy Posted July 9, 2012 Author Report Share Posted July 9, 2012 Strange duck, no offense taken. I clearly wouldn't have posted this online if I didn't expect a variety of responses lol. I'm looking for pros and cons. I guess if I made $20 an hour at my job I could do it. But with everyone saying how expensive maintenance is, I guess I should stick to a smaller motor lol. Damn you 7 liters. under construction I hate People with crappy primered cars rolling on hubcaps that are louder then me. u hate c-fizzy? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miguels Posted July 9, 2012 Report Share Posted July 9, 2012 Strange duck, no offense taken. I clearly wouldn't have posted this online if I didn't expect a variety of responses lol. I'm looking for pros and cons. I guess if I made $20 an hour at my job I could do it. But with everyone saying how expensive maintenance is, I guess I should stick to a smaller motor lol. Damn you 7 liters. maintenance is just about the same as a 350 5.7 litters. the pros is the burnouts and the speed cons is just fuel consumption. i really dont spend much on maintenance as another car i have. just because its bigger engine it dont meant your oil plugs and other stuff will not last my logshttp://www.stevemead...-my-new-set-up/my blow through loghttp://www.stevemead...future-updates/ 96 ss http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/164094-96-impala-ss-build/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jessica Posted July 9, 2012 Report Share Posted July 9, 2012 Strange duck, no offense taken. I clearly wouldn't have posted this online if I didn't expect a variety of responses lol. I'm looking for pros and cons. I guess if I made $20 an hour at my job I could do it. But with everyone saying how expensive maintenance is, I guess I should stick to a smaller motor lol. Damn you 7 liters. maintenance is just about the same as a 350 5.7 litters. the pros is the burnouts and the speed cons is just fuel consumption. i really dont spend much on maintenance as another car i have. just because its bigger engine it dont meant your oil plugs and other stuff will not last I am talking more about drive train(I should have specified). Regular "wear" items and tune ups, are like you say, about normal. It's things like wheel bearings, suspension, internals and stuff that will get you.And you really can't predict if you will or won't have issues with those. Just like any vehicle. So I'm not disagreeing with you. Grammar edit/ Rest in peace, walled 87 accord build log 03' Corolla build with AA Mayhem inside. My super random youtube channel and terrible camera work. Wiring comparison by CaptainzPlanetz Wire and fuse guide by Guest SyKo13 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C-Fizzy Posted July 9, 2012 Author Report Share Posted July 9, 2012 I've been reading up on the Chevy 5.7's since that's the most common for the silvy's. Seems like most major components are bulletproof except the tranny. It's just small stuff that seems to go out. under construction I hate People with crappy primered cars rolling on hubcaps that are louder then me. u hate c-fizzy? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jessica Posted July 9, 2012 Report Share Posted July 9, 2012 I've been reading up on the Chevy 5.7's since that's the most common for the silvy's. Seems like most major components are bulletproof except the tranny. It's just small stuff that seems to go out. Yes, the 5.7 and the 4.3 v6 are superb engines. And you are hearing that from a die-hard ford fanatic. Rest in peace, walled 87 accord build log 03' Corolla build with AA Mayhem inside. My super random youtube channel and terrible camera work. Wiring comparison by CaptainzPlanetz Wire and fuse guide by Guest SyKo13 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
8ight Posted July 9, 2012 Report Share Posted July 9, 2012 Transmissions get extremely hot and full of shavings and right around 90-120k they can start to have problems. If professionally cleaned and refilled often enough, they rarely experience problems. I'm gonna hate Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
White Lightning Posted July 9, 2012 Report Share Posted July 9, 2012 320,000 miles and counting with my 5.7 350 Chevy ... other than normal maintenance, no problems ... Along from work and driving daily, I hit many Car audio events every year ... Kenwood / HELIX / Linear Power (For The Love Of Music) / Brutal Sounds / OverKill Electric Co Questions About Sound Quality ?? Try Here ... Sound Quality, What does it REALLY mean ?? SMD SOTM Winner "White Lightning" 1997 GMT400 Chevy Silverado "The Green Dickle" 1994 GMT400 Chevy "Phantom Dually" Randal's 2007 Chevy Avalanche (we haven't named this one yet) Dylan's "Brutal" 17 Chevy Cruze RS Hatch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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