Difference between the 1500HD and the 2500HD
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Difference between the 1500HD and the 2500HD
Mostly curious about the rear end, I know they have the same Engine and Trans.
But I am still curious about what other differences there may be.
But I am still curious about what other differences there may be.
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1500HD/2500LD from 03-on:
6.0/80e only
2wd or 4wd
crew cab short box only
8 lug hubs
shorter frame or shorter body mounts...not sure on that one for sure...i think its frame though
lower GVW
lower tow rating
9.5 semi floating axle
same brakes as 2500hd i believe
im sure there are more things...but thats just what i remember from my dealership days.
i like they way the look...especially the GMC with no black grille spacer.
6.0/80e only
2wd or 4wd
crew cab short box only
8 lug hubs
shorter frame or shorter body mounts...not sure on that one for sure...i think its frame though
lower GVW
lower tow rating
9.5 semi floating axle
same brakes as 2500hd i believe
im sure there are more things...but thats just what i remember from my dealership days.
i like they way the look...especially the GMC with no black grille spacer.
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1500HD only available in crew cab and body mounts are ~2" lower on the frame than the 2500HD due to the lack of the Max/Alli option. (and as mentioned earlier rear end and Frame narrowing past the rear axle are the only other differences that I know of) Rear leafs may be different (not sure) but all other suspension components are the same.