SS, 1500HD, or 2500HD
01-10-2005, 04:43 PM
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Sometimes I REALLY wish I had the 4L80E because I wouldn't be afraid to go all out on the motor, but no matter what you do to the 2500 it still isn't an SS 
I am glad that I have my SS overall. AWD rocks!
I am glad that I have my SS overall. AWD rocks!
01-10-2005, 04:45 PM
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i'd go with a VHO or SS. the 2500 standard series would be my next choice. the HD is big and strong, but too heavy and to high of a paristic drag from the drivetrain.
01-11-2005, 01:34 PM
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I chose the HD for the long term strength of its parts, period.
There are pluses and minuses for both.
For me, and the way I'm wired, the 2500HD was the right choice.
As far as looks go, straight out of the box the SS is the best looking, however, after a nice set of wheels and tires, IMO, it's a toss up.
As far as weight goes, don't let the SS guys fool ya, their truck is heavy too, mine clocks in at 5450, thats either = to or just slightly more than an SS.
There are pluses and minuses for both.
For me, and the way I'm wired, the 2500HD was the right choice.
As far as looks go, straight out of the box the SS is the best looking, however, after a nice set of wheels and tires, IMO, it's a toss up.
As far as weight goes, don't let the SS guys fool ya, their truck is heavy too, mine clocks in at 5450, thats either = to or just slightly more than an SS.
01-12-2005, 08:44 AM
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Originally Posted by Polka
I am in the market for a truck right now. I was planing on a SS but I am worried about the transmission holding up. I am planning on a supercharger, cam, headers, exhaust, stall, and a good tune. What truck would be able to handle the power the best? I know that with the 2500HD, there is some options for different transmissions and rear ends, what would be the best one to go with? If you were going to build a truck up like this, what truck would you start with?
Thanks
Thanks
01-12-2005, 09:25 AM
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Originally Posted by moregrip
I chose the HD for the long term strength of its parts, period.
There are pluses and minuses for both.
For me, and the way I'm wired, the 2500HD was the right choice.
As far as looks go, straight out of the box the SS is the best looking, however, after a nice set of wheels and tires, IMO, it's a toss up.
As far as weight goes, don't let the SS guys fool ya, their truck is heavy too, mine clocks in at 5450, thats either = to or just slightly more than an SS.
There are pluses and minuses for both.
For me, and the way I'm wired, the 2500HD was the right choice.
As far as looks go, straight out of the box the SS is the best looking, however, after a nice set of wheels and tires, IMO, it's a toss up.
As far as weight goes, don't let the SS guys fool ya, their truck is heavy too, mine clocks in at 5450, thats either = to or just slightly more than an SS.
you certainly took care of the looks issue with them wheels. your truck is awsome looking with them wheels compared to a standard HD. as for weight comparison though, a 4wd version of your truck would be considerably heavier. it is however, very damn beefy...
03-16-2005, 11:56 PM
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i own both the 2500hd and a 2500ld...they both have 6.0 and 4l80 and 14 bolt 10.5" ring gear...the hd is a rough ride and the 2500 is alot better ride cauce it doesnt have the xtra leaf springs...same truck ..better ride..