[Ocean Master]

I’ve always liked GMC better than any other trucks .

I want to buy my son a new one before I die which will be soon.

He likes his old 2012 gas burner 1500.

I want to get him a newer 2500 diesel.

Tell me which newer one is the best one

Thanks

 

[Walton County]

Dang, I hope you the best with your health.

I have 2022 loaded 2500 mega cab with the Cummins. It’s a great riding truck. Air ride is extremely smooth. That being said, it has so much electronic stuff the giant iPad screen can be a bit glitchy. Fuel economy is 22-25 mpg on average.
The GMC is a nice truck but I don’t have much seat time in it for a fair comparison.

 

[jaster]

I pray for more comfortable time ahead for you my friend


To the topic, my friend bought a 21 ram with 60k miles late last year. Loves it, however just flashed its first see dealer for DEF code. I have heard the gmc just lack power compared to the ram. From the same source, he said my 6.7 powerstroke is far better, lol. I am partial to the Ford, always wanted one, was forced to buy a new truck in Dec. Decided to buy the one I have wanted for 12 years.

I vote Ram, but no dog in thay fight. Keep fighting Sir!

 

[haulingrass]

Ram Ram Ram. yes i have 3 of them and love them all.

 

[brnbser]

I've had 4 Duramax's and 3 Cummin's. Just traded in my '07 Duramax (LBZ), Only engine I consider better is the old 12 and 24 valve Cummin's and bought a '22 2500HD. So far I'm loving the new L5P engine and 10 spd Allison and I tow a 22k 5th wheel with it a lot.

 

[Boardfeet]

Damn Keith. Stay strong sir. If you need anything please let us know. We are all on your team.

 

[off route II]

GMC or Chevy with Duramax if for no other reason other than the transmission. That’s always been the weak link in the Dodge trucks I’m on my fourth 10 spd with a Duramax, wouldn’t buy anything else.

 

[Boardfeet]

I have a good friend in Arkansas that buys a new truck every year. He can get anything he wants. He has bought GMC trucks for years. In 2020 I persuaded him to drive my F-250. He has bought three new F-250’s since then. Said he will never go back to GM.
I still have my 19 F-250 Power Stroke. I used to be a diehard GM guy as well. One time the local dealership pissed me off and I went and bought an F-150 mostly just for spite. I was overwhelmed at the quality, power, ride, and the handling of the truck. Been a Ford guy since and will never go back. Tried a Dodge half tononce and traded it in after about six months of owning it.

 

[Boardfeet]

2012 F-150 Hits One Million Miles!

www.youtube.com

Another MILLION mile 11-16 Superduty

Another million mile Ford truck, pretty cool. sorry 993,000 miles RO WAS WRONG #shorts

www.youtube.com

 

[fishnfool]

Unless you just HAVE to get a 2500, look in to the 3.0 duramax trucks. I bought a 21 AT4 with the babymax and it’s been flawless. Pulls anything I want it to and we did a trip to Jacksonville and back today with a 27mpg [email protected] It was well above [email protected] 80+.

 

[Boardfeet]

Unless you just HAVE to get a 2500, look in to the 3.0 duramax trucks. I bought a 21 AT4 with the babymax and it’s been flawless. Pulls anything I want it to and we did a trip to Jacksonville and back today with a 27mpg [email protected] It was well above [email protected] 80+.

My broker has one of these and he loves it.

 

[YELLOWCAT]

I'm moving heavy equipment daily and the dodge 3500 and f350 are about neck and neck. I own a 21 dodge half ton and it's the strongest and best riding half ton I've ever owned.

 

[Jason]

My SIL is a Dodge fanatic, of course his are older 3500 and 2500's both diesels. He constantly has issues between tranny's and turbos (although he drives the piss outta them)...Ive owned a GMC 2500 since 2018 and had no issues with the motor or tranny. Only issues are stearlership want wayyyyyy to much $$$ fer maintenance (I'm sure that is ANY dealer)...Just took mine in fer a recal and of course they did a check up.....sent me a list of 14 things needing attention to the tune of about 4K. Many of the items I have taken care of, the others I will tackle myself (all front end issues due to lift and bigger tires). If I didn't have a 5th wheel, I wouldn't own a 2500/3500. So basically ask yourself if your son really needs a 2500.

 

[Reeb65]

Buy him what he likes. All these trucks are great. They all have their oddities that some may not care for but all great vehicles overall.

 

[Curry54]

I think all have good features. I chose the Duramax because I can get it serviced. The service department at a dealership is the most important item in making my decision.

Stay in the fight!!

 

[MrFish]

I used to be a GM fan, until my last one. Sierra Denali. The small things breaking drove me to get rid of it. Door handles, Tow/Haul not working, cruise control going out, moisture in tail lights, multiple exterior door handles breaking, etc. All under 50k miles. I like the F250/350's, but they think kinda highly of an aluminum body truck. Biggest reason I'm looking at a Ram. The weird thing about the Dodge is the tuned down engine for the 2500 vs the 3500. Almost 200 lb ft of torque more in the 3500, I believe. Why? Why not just give them both the HO version?

 

[boggs187]

Dang, I hope you the best with your health.

I have 2022 loaded 2500 mega cab with the Cummins. It’s a great riding truck. Air ride is extremely smooth. That being said, it has so much electronic stuff the giant iPad screen can be a bit glitchy. Fuel economy is 22-25 mpg on average.
The GMC is a nice truck but I don’t have much seat time in it for a fair comparison.

I have a 21 crew cab cummins with air ride and it rides best with a load behind it. The rear air bags are like bricks when you hit a bump unloaded.... Other than that the truck is super nice.

 

[Battman771]

I used to be a GM fan, until my last one. Sierra Denali. The small things breaking drove me to get rid of it. Door handles, Tow/Haul not working, cruise control going out, moisture in tail lights, multiple exterior door handles breaking, etc. All under 50k miles. I like the F250/350's, but they think kinda highly of an aluminum body truck. Biggest reason I'm looking at a Ram. The weird thing about the Dodge is the tuned down engine for the 2500 vs the 3500. Almost 200 lb ft of torque more in the 3500, I believe. Why? Why not just give them both the HO version?

I have a 2019 Ram Cummins 2500. They tuned it down for the transmission. You can get the HO but has to have the Aisin tranny behind it. Back when I was looking it was 2 or 3 grand more..

I agree with the above, they are all good till they break then they all are bad. I like the Cummins for many reasons but 1st is I can still work on it - at least some of it. I know w the Fords and GM's the V8's are packed in so tight they lift the body off to fix certain items. General maintenance is costly but again, its a trade off depending on what he needs.

I'm sure he will be thrilled with whatever you get!

I wish you the best,

Steven

 

[salty_dawg]

Assuming this is not a surprise gift, I would let my son choose. If it is a surprise, I'd still do a little fishing to see which way he leans then pull the trigger.

 

[Micaiah Lindquist]

F250