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BigPapa · 07-25-2019, 06:38 PM

Well, who has one and how do you like it? Had any problems? What kind of mileage are you getting?

My son is in the market. He wants a diesel but has no need for a full size 3/4 ton.

My brother has one that he seems to be pleased with. He had an ECM/PCM issue right after he bought it but I don’t think he’s had a problem since.

BigPapa · 07-27-2019, 12:04 PM

So this thing isn’t a “Duramax” at all? I figured it was like half a DMax V8.

So, the VM Motori is basically the same engine that was and is used in several Chrysler, Dodge, and Jeeps. Am I mistaken or didn’t those engines have several serious issues?

And, the V6 in the EcoDiesel has had several issues as well?

YOUNG GUNS15 · 07-27-2019, 09:35 PM

Local guy has one and put a lot of miles on it, hates the emissions system always giving him crap. Finally traded it on a gasser GMC Canyon

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BigPapa · 07-29-2019, 04:49 PM

I just saw this posted on TDR.

2020 Chevy Duramax 1500:

Chevy Expedition Portal

40+mpg averages on a 25 mile test loop. EPA assigned economy numbers of 33/23 for RWD and 29/23 for 4x4. Aluminum I-6 with dual overhead cams.

Highwayman · 07-29-2019, 10:22 PM

I asked my buddy his opinion after having his for a while, he said he’s happy with it. He tows quads to the dunes, camps and commutes with his. He’s got some work done, so it may not count. His old build thread for pretty pics. Colorado Diesel 4x4 Long Travel build | Chevy Colorado GMC Canyon

smokinVE · 07-30-2019, 06:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BigPapa

I just saw this posted on TDR.

2020 Chevy Duramax 1500:

Chevy Expedition Portal

40+mpg averages on a 25 mile test loop. EPA assigned economy numbers of 33/23 for RWD and 29/23 for 4x4. Aluminum I-6 with dual overhead cams.

I haven’t driven or seen one yet but went to a class on the new engine and did a few web based courses on them. They seem like they are going to do well but time will tell.

The new gas engines with the sliding camshafts really had me looking at the 401k and seeing if I thought I could retire on it.... I pray none of them go bad and I never have to work on one!

As for the Colorado, I’d own one if I needed something like that. I see very few come threw with any issues. Most issues I see is people not using them and the after treatment system needing service. AKA drive the damn truck on the freeway when it tells you too.

I got to drive the new 10 speed “Allison” the other day and that was smooooooooth!

WUnderwood · 07-30-2019, 09:57 AM

Semi-related, but wanted to make sure you saw this: https://www.ridgelineownersclub.com/...ending.218817/

Not sure if they use the same frame or not, just a heads up.

07-25-2019, 06:38 PM	#1
BigPapa Name: BigPapa Title: Truckless Status: Here Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Springfield, TN Member`s Gallery Posts: 5,034	Long term reviews? Well, who has one and how do you like it? Had any problems? What kind of mileage are you getting? My son is in the market. He wants a diesel but has no need for a full size 3/4 ton. My brother has one that he seems to be pleased with. He had an ECM/PCM issue right after he bought it but I don’t think he’s had a problem since. __________________ Scott 2003 Avalanche Z71 Common sense is like deodorant. The people that need it most never use it.

07-27-2019, 12:04 PM	#2
BigPapa Name: BigPapa Title: Truckless Status: Here Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Springfield, TN Member`s Gallery Posts: 5,034	So this thing isn’t a “Duramax” at all? I figured it was like half a DMax V8. So, the VM Motori is basically the same engine that was and is used in several Chrysler, Dodge, and Jeeps. Am I mistaken or didn’t those engines have several serious issues? And, the V6 in the EcoDiesel has had several issues as well? __________________ Scott 2003 Avalanche Z71 Common sense is like deodorant. The people that need it most never use it. Last edited by BigPapa; 07-27-2019 at 12:09 PM.

07-27-2019, 09:35 PM	#3
YOUNG GUNS15 Name: YOUNG GUNS15 Title: Im AWESOME!!!! Status: Not Here Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Utah Member`s Gallery Posts: 7,346	Local guy has one and put a lot of miles on it, hates the emissions system always giving him crap. Finally traded it on a gasser GMC Canyon Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Spence -1994 4x4 12 valve 13mm, single 475 748/1292 Fuel 872/1470 N2O -2005 4x4 12 valve CCSB 3rd gen '12-rail' 280hp

07-29-2019, 04:49 PM	#4
BigPapa Name: BigPapa Title: Truckless Status: Here Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Springfield, TN Member`s Gallery Posts: 5,034	I just saw this posted on TDR. 2020 Chevy Duramax 1500: Chevy Expedition Portal 40+mpg averages on a 25 mile test loop. EPA assigned economy numbers of 33/23 for RWD and 29/23 for 4x4. Aluminum I-6 with dual overhead cams. __________________ Scott 2003 Avalanche Z71 Common sense is like deodorant. The people that need it most never use it. Last edited by BigPapa; 07-29-2019 at 04:50 PM.

07-30-2019, 09:57 AM	#7
WUnderwood Name: WUnderwood Title: CompD Minion Status: Not Here Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Texas Member`s Gallery Posts: 8,418	Semi-related, but wanted to make sure you saw this: https://www.ridgelineownersclub.com/...ending.218817/ Not sure if they use the same frame or not, just a heads up. __________________ 2011 Ford F-150 Lariat 4X4 RIP BFD99, jponder, and Forrest Nearing