New tow vehicle recommendations

Don Whitmore · 06-23-2009, 06:04 PM

Here's a link to info on the program. I couldn't get the table to copy over. It looks like light-duty and large light-duty trucks are included.

http://www.cashforclunkersfacts.com/

Lyn...from the info you provided, maybe a GMC 2500 HD duramax?

D. Whitmore

treessavoy · 06-23-2009, 07:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Don Whitmore

Here's a link to info on the program. I couldn't get the table to copy over. It looks like light-duty and large light-duty trucks are included.

http://www.cashforclunkersfacts.com/

Lyn...from the info you provided, maybe a GMC 2500 HD duramax?

D. Whitmore

..or, 6.1 cummins Dodge or the Ford diesel.....in these days I wonder how long we can rely on GM to be around to repair the Duramax. Maybe it's just me but I would stick with a dually.

Jim

Lyn Smith · 06-23-2009, 07:54 PM

Just got back from the local GMC dealer.Didnt sound to excited about the cash for clunkers deal.they explained they will have to wait quite a while to get their money from the government.You would think that if anyone walked in and showed interested in buying a new vehicle, they would be all over you.They also explained that you must have owned ,and insured the vehicle for a year previous,and that it will be crushed.

455 · 06-24-2009, 01:14 AM

Lyn,

What will be your total towing weight? Is it a double or triple axle trailer?
Tow a 28' Alu. triple axle enclosed, w/ similar car and use a dually/crew cab. Agree that the dually is needed for what you can encounter on the HWY.
Longer wheelbase is better. I also changed tires on trailer and tow vehicle to top of the line, Mich. "Ribs" (matching mud/snows on rear of dually), they help stabilize/control trailer.

Les Otte

bobby · 06-24-2009, 05:17 AM

I would suggest the biggest tow vehicle you can afford.

I bought a 04 C4500 brand new in 05. Only paid 41500 for it. Back then 1 tons were the same price. I do have a 26 mpg car that I drive everyday.

Signman · 06-24-2009, 06:51 AM

For those around North Jersey check out Schumacher Chevy in Little Falls.

http://www.schumacherchevy.com/

Kathy will get in touch with you via e-mail and phone. Will supply you with great pricing and good service. She will find a truck with all the options you want. They are a small dealership that sells numbers similar to highway stores. People purchase from them from all over so don't think you're too far away to make it work.

Be aware that the GM truck plant is being shut down for a while. Trucks will not be spilling out all over but Kathy will do her best to find the truck you need at a great price.

Ron Brown · 06-24-2009, 09:49 AM

A friend of mine works at a Chevy dealer and sent me a copy of a letter from GM that says they will no longer be building the 4500 & 5500 series trucks that we all mostly use. In fact it stated that not all the orders that they have in house will not be built, just didn't say when they would cut off production.
So good luck on your search. Hope you decide on a Dually. Seems to be the only type left that will be produced.

06-23-2009, 06:04 PM	#1
Don Whitmore Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Central Illinois Posts: 140 Likes: 0 Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: New tow vehicle recommendations Here's a link to info on the program. I couldn't get the table to copy over. It looks like light-duty and large light-duty trucks are included. http://www.cashforclunkersfacts.com/ Lyn...from the info you provided, maybe a GMC 2500 HD duramax? D. Whitmore

06-23-2009, 07:54 PM	#3
Lyn Smith VIP Member Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Pontiac,il. Posts: 1,199 Likes: 282 Liked 967 Times in 194 Posts	Re: New tow vehicle recommendations Just got back from the local GMC dealer.Didnt sound to excited about the cash for clunkers deal.they explained they will have to wait quite a while to get their money from the government.You would think that if anyone walked in and showed interested in buying a new vehicle, they would be all over you.They also explained that you must have owned ,and insured the vehicle for a year previous,and that it will be crushed.

06-24-2009, 01:14 AM	#4
455 Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 18 Likes: 0 Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: New tow vehicle recommendations Lyn, What will be your total towing weight? Is it a double or triple axle trailer? Tow a 28' Alu. triple axle enclosed, w/ similar car and use a dually/crew cab. Agree that the dually is needed for what you can encounter on the HWY. Longer wheelbase is better. I also changed tires on trailer and tow vehicle to top of the line, Mich. "Ribs" (matching mud/snows on rear of dually), they help stabilize/control trailer. Les Otte

06-24-2009, 05:17 AM	#5
bobby Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: League City, Texas Posts: 243 Likes: 0 Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: New tow vehicle recommendations I would suggest the biggest tow vehicle you can afford. I bought a 04 C4500 brand new in 05. Only paid 41500 for it. Back then 1 tons were the same price. I do have a 26 mpg car that I drive everyday. __________________ Next time wave all of your fingers at me.

06-24-2009, 06:51 AM	#6
Signman Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Lower Slower Delaware Posts: 535 Likes: 22 Liked 269 Times in 99 Posts	Re: New tow vehicle recommendations For those around North Jersey check out Schumacher Chevy in Little Falls. http://www.schumacherchevy.com/ Kathy will get in touch with you via e-mail and phone. Will supply you with great pricing and good service. She will find a truck with all the options you want. They are a small dealership that sells numbers similar to highway stores. People purchase from them from all over so don't think you're too far away to make it work. Be aware that the GM truck plant is being shut down for a while. Trucks will not be spilling out all over but Kathy will do her best to find the truck you need at a great price. __________________ Frank Ferrucci I/SA 1271 "Be Thankful for the Gifts You are Given"

06-24-2009, 09:49 AM	#7
Ron Brown Junior Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Mt. Washington, Ky Posts: 86 Likes: 0 Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: New tow vehicle recommendations A friend of mine works at a Chevy dealer and sent me a copy of a letter from GM that says they will no longer be building the 4500 & 5500 series trucks that we all mostly use. In fact it stated that not all the orders that they have in house will not be built, just didn't say when they would cut off production. So good luck on your search. Hope you decide on a Dually. Seems to be the only type left that will be produced. __________________ Ron Brown be back soon