July 22nd, 2015, 11:47 AM
Last edit by: IB Advertising
See related guides and technical advice from our community experts:
Browse all: Exterior
- Chevrolet Silverado 1999-2006 GMT800 How to Keep Rocker Panels From Rusting Out
Step by step instructions for do-it-yourself repairs.
Browse all: Exterior
What to look for when buying a used '09-'12 Tahoe/Suburban?
March 26th, 2013, 8:52 PM
#11
Administrator
And the dealer applied stuff filled a lot of drain holes which led to more rust. 
GM is using some type of petro-based product on the frames now that doesn't harden.
GM is using some type of petro-based product on the frames now that doesn't harden.
April 9th, 2013, 5:38 PM
#12
CF Junior Member
Join Date: Mar 2013
Location: Spring Branch, TX
Posts: 80
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
This is all really helpful info. After reading all the comments, I think we've concluded that the Tahoe/Expedition won't be big enough, so we need the longer EL or Suburban, so it's down to those two. While I like the Suburban better, it seems the deals I keep finding are on the Expedition ELs. We're not in a huge hurry to buy, so I'll keep looking.
I also looked at the Excursion, and actually tried to buy a friend's diesel Excursion, but that might be overkill, and the wife says she doesn't want it as her daily driver.
What's the weight on your TT?
I also looked at the Excursion, and actually tried to buy a friend's diesel Excursion, but that might be overkill, and the wife says she doesn't want it as her daily driver.
What's the weight on your TT?
Our TT has a GVWR of 7500lbs, single slide 30'
Even if you don't use the extra room in a Suburban or Expedition EL, it doesn't really cost you much to get it. I figured it was better to have it and not need it than to need it and not have it.
I love the Excursions but the wife just wouldn't go that route, I have my truck. It is a heavy duty truck and will last a long time but the parts ain't cheap, and the ride is not a smooth as a chevy. If your friends excursion is a 6.0l diesel (2003-2005) I would stay away from it. The only blessing with the 6.0l in my F250 is that it died and I replaced with a Cummins.
April 10th, 2013, 11:16 AM
#13
CF Beginner
Thread Starter
Join Date: Mar 2013
Posts: 5
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Sorry I missed this.
Our TT has a GVWR of 7500lbs, single slide 30'
Even if you don't use the extra room in a Suburban or Expedition EL, it doesn't really cost you much to get it. I figured it was better to have it and not need it than to need it and not have it.
I love the Excursions but the wife just wouldn't go that route, I have my truck. It is a heavy duty truck and will last a long time but the parts ain't cheap, and the ride is not a smooth as a chevy. If your friends excursion is a 6.0l diesel (2003-2005) I would stay away from it. The only blessing with the 6.0l in my F250 is that it died and I replaced with a Cummins.
Our TT has a GVWR of 7500lbs, single slide 30'
Even if you don't use the extra room in a Suburban or Expedition EL, it doesn't really cost you much to get it. I figured it was better to have it and not need it than to need it and not have it.
I love the Excursions but the wife just wouldn't go that route, I have my truck. It is a heavy duty truck and will last a long time but the parts ain't cheap, and the ride is not a smooth as a chevy. If your friends excursion is a 6.0l diesel (2003-2005) I would stay away from it. The only blessing with the 6.0l in my F250 is that it died and I replaced with a Cummins.
I agree with you on the extra space. Used, there really isn't much of a cost difference, and there really isn't an MPG difference, so I figure might as well get the extra space. Plus the longer wheelbase helps with towing. The Expy ELs are harder to find though, but they are typically less expensive. We test drove both last weekend, and the wife seems to like the way the Expy drove better. (I know I'm on a Chevy forum and fully accept any harassment I'm about to get). But both are still on our map.
April 11th, 2013, 11:14 AM
#14
CF Junior Member
Join Date: Mar 2013
Location: Spring Branch, TX
Posts: 80
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Our current TT is a small 3500 lb 21 ft. It's fine for us, my daughter, and the dogs, but the family is growing. In the next 2-3 years, I see us moving up to something in the 25-27 ft range, closer to 6500 lbs, hence the bigger tow vehicle.
I agree with you on the extra space. Used, there really isn't much of a cost difference, and there really isn't an MPG difference, so I figure might as well get the extra space. Plus the longer wheelbase helps with towing. The Expy ELs are harder to find though, but they are typically less expensive. We test drove both last weekend, and the wife seems to like the way the Expy drove better. (I know I'm on a Chevy forum and fully accept any harassment I'm about to get). But both are still on our map.
I agree with you on the extra space. Used, there really isn't much of a cost difference, and there really isn't an MPG difference, so I figure might as well get the extra space. Plus the longer wheelbase helps with towing. The Expy ELs are harder to find though, but they are typically less expensive. We test drove both last weekend, and the wife seems to like the way the Expy drove better. (I know I'm on a Chevy forum and fully accept any harassment I'm about to get). But both are still on our map.
I don't think there is a better vehicle between the chevy and ford. both build a good vehicle and you will/could have issues with any car maker. One of the worst cars I've had was a Subaru. It really comes down to if you like the looks, the ride, and the deal.
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
