Thank you TFL for all of the great quality entertainment everyday!
@hemi5.7awdpursuit54 жыл бұрын
Yeah yeah great quuuualityyyy🙃🙂🙃
@kellykling99583 жыл бұрын
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@russelldelong41683 жыл бұрын
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@frenziedcamp35262 жыл бұрын
Amen
@jerem06214 жыл бұрын
6.2 time was 7.7 seconds 5.3 time was 9.46 seconds Time about 23:30 ish You are welcome.
@slipjoint6374 жыл бұрын
Some heroes don’t wear capes
@ChuckBeefOG4 жыл бұрын
That’s slow. Some 6.2L K2 guys were pulling 5.7sec 0-60. Wonder why is its almost 8 seconds now.
@josephlejeune19674 жыл бұрын
We love you
@abesoloman69324 жыл бұрын
It looked like he was going uphill
@ricktaylor9664 жыл бұрын
@@ChuckBeefOG because they are a mile above sea level. Huge difference in performance.
@iLykeCahrs4 жыл бұрын
Andre is the genuine, excited and knowledgeable person that will take TFL Truck to 1,000,000 subscribers. No one else
@ScottsGEN-XAdventures4 жыл бұрын
A K , I agree 100%
@officialyasir4 жыл бұрын
Agreed!
@bearpaw76034 жыл бұрын
Daaa!
@holeran14 жыл бұрын
In my opinion they all have their place in TFL.
@danatkinson66984 жыл бұрын
He's a great person to work with too
@aal-m35454 жыл бұрын
Idc if its 5.3 or 6.2 just give me a freakin V8 chevy and i’ll be happy
@googlemail69963 жыл бұрын
Only if it comes with a few spare transmissions
@aal-m35453 жыл бұрын
@@googlemail6996 few spare lifters 😂😂😂 not transmission those lifters are dead
@ericschellpeper79653 жыл бұрын
You don’t have a very high standard.
@ericschellpeper79653 жыл бұрын
@@timesatease7435 Not too unreliable but such dog slow
@sammymontego22172 жыл бұрын
@@ericschellpeper7965 blahblahblah, Karen.
@motorhead_jt214 жыл бұрын
When it comes to trucks in America, “need” is subjective. Gimme that 6.2L
@SOU69004 жыл бұрын
Lol give me a 454 or 350.
@jaredchampagne27524 жыл бұрын
SOU6900 dude the 454 and 350 literally made half the power of the 6.2 and 5.3...
@SOU69004 жыл бұрын
@@jaredchampagne2752 😆 who gives a shit?
@EliteFlight4 жыл бұрын
Jared Champagne I’ve seen 454s make well over 600 hp
@SOU69004 жыл бұрын
@@EliteFlight were those truck engines by any chance? Just curious.
@machfive9164 жыл бұрын
Anyone can post a LOT of videos. But TFL trucks keeps us entertained with lots of HIGH QUALITY videos. Thank you so much for your passion about trucks & trailers.
@EGGINFOOLS4 жыл бұрын
This trailboss series is gonna be great. I love that truck
@wildestcowboy26683 жыл бұрын
6.2 baby, I'm glad to have it under my hood. I stick it to the floor board everytime I hit interstate 65.
@billjamison28773 жыл бұрын
As far as giving accurate and concise information about the vehicles you review, I believe you have the BEST channel on KZbin! Keep up the Great work!
@sven_the_giant4 жыл бұрын
Thank you TFL! You helped me buy my first truck. I got the 2020 Chevy 1500 Trail Boss 6.2L V8. Great to see some of you guys from CO doing what you love. I'm from Littleton.
@Jethawkin3 жыл бұрын
What gas mileage are you averaging?
@sven_the_giant3 жыл бұрын
@@Jethawkin I'm averaging about 16 miles to the gallon.
@Jethawkin3 жыл бұрын
@@sven_the_giant that’s not too bad
@Jethawkin3 жыл бұрын
@@sven_the_giant is that highway or around town?
@sven_the_giant3 жыл бұрын
@@Jethawkin that's around town. 19 on the highway
@williamfrazier38223 жыл бұрын
As someone who has driven the 5.3 since they were first in the Silverado truck (and the 5.7 before it), you will be hard pressed to find a more reliable engine. I drove my last one to 227k and it was still going at 335k. I bought my first 6.2 in 2015 and was so impressed immediately by the power and ease it moved the big 1500 crew Denali. Have 120k on it and still going strong
@mscottlawrence20372 жыл бұрын
So 6.2 is worth getting? Over the 5.3
@williamfrazier38222 жыл бұрын
@@mscottlawrence2037 Absolutely! More power, negligent gas difference (very, very little) and you get a slight lower rear end gear 3:23. The 5.3 has a 3:42 or tow package a 3:73. So unless you plan on towing a lot, cannot reccomend a 6.2 more! And better resale value. In my 2015 it had an 8 speed Trans. Now they are 10.
@mscottlawrence20372 жыл бұрын
@@williamfrazier3822 man that's awesome thanks so much for the info, I know they have the 2.7 also, I don't really tow much but I would probably go with the 6.2 anyway
@williamfrazier38222 жыл бұрын
@@mscottlawrence2037 whatever you'll use it for the most
@Clobercow12 жыл бұрын
The 5.3 and 6.2 are basically same engine, just different stroke and bore.
It’s recommended. No required. Runs slightly better. I have the 6.2 and run 87 all the time
@workingman97453 жыл бұрын
If you can't afford the difference between the regular and premium gas maybe you should just get a smart car 😏
@frankgnat87072 жыл бұрын
@@workingman9745 5.3 will get everyday work done just as well as the 6.2 and get way better mpg. buy the 5.3 and save your money for penis enlargement, teeny weeny is more of your problem bud...
@Jeking846 ай бұрын
@@workingman9745like you not having a woman
@kabloosh6994 жыл бұрын
Interesting. When I bought my Colorado the dealership sat with me to activate OnStar before I left the dealership. They also went over all the features of the vehicle.
@Dillion2034 жыл бұрын
Kabloosh that’s what they’re supposed to do. The dealership gets credit for activation and welcome calls.
@gwood7014 жыл бұрын
Unlucky. That means on star will torture for 10 years after you sell it.
@turbanwearersblow4 жыл бұрын
I hate onstar
@Dholomon4 жыл бұрын
Same when I bought my impala
@0289431824 жыл бұрын
Isn't it great to have a system in your truck where the cops can listen to your conversations without a warrant?
@DaddyDog4 жыл бұрын
My trail boss with the flowmaster american thunder cat back and corsa cold air intake is plenty fast especially for a 4x4. I did want the 6.2 when I bought mine but it wasn't available at the time... shortly after it became available.. smh 5.3 still puts a smile on my face 😎 Great vid guys!
@Bostonharborwater4 жыл бұрын
The people calling the 5.3 a dog have never driven a truck from the 80s or 90s.
@CloroxGodThe1st4 жыл бұрын
I have a video on my favorites list of a 2000 Silverado with 300k+ doing 0-60 in like 8-9 seconds
@rkalla4 жыл бұрын
Or the 40s or 30s!
@samsquires28774 жыл бұрын
McCuck81 the 5.3 is a very good engine for what it is.
@benjaminwayneb4 жыл бұрын
@@samsquires2877 It was a better engine before 2014, Ecotec was an all new engine and went to direct injection.
@No_nonsense3024 жыл бұрын
Well, we’re not in the 80s and 90s anymore, this is 2020. I think the 5.3 is fine if you’re not towing heavy loads very often. If you are, you definitely want more power.
@lungelinecowboy4 жыл бұрын
Bring back the regular cab short box in 2wd with that 6.2 engine. Now that would be a fun rst.
@ronmckenna59624 жыл бұрын
Yep...hotrod truck!!!!!
@dubltap72164 жыл бұрын
And a supercharger
@johnwayne74764 жыл бұрын
A pickup isn’t a family car. Most times the lack of passenger room makes for a better experience imho. Nothing like 3 brats in the back seat complaining ( those back seats are uncomfortable) and fighting with each other to make a afternoon out feel just like HOME!
@92clintonr4 жыл бұрын
Gm hasn't done a decent performance truck since the syclone.
@ChuckBeefOG3 жыл бұрын
I want a 4x4 All Terrain with an LT4 and big brakes.
@salamancadingding4 жыл бұрын
I'm so happy you guys did did because I'm considering the 5.3 and had the same questions. Thanks for putting out awesome content. Keep at it
@brandonmcfarland52003 жыл бұрын
That 6.2L Big Boy V8 Doesn't Lie Because I'm In Love With It!
@sunchaser9994 жыл бұрын
Not sure why so much hate for 5.3L. Plenty of power, nice exhaust note and great on gas.
@johnjones597710 ай бұрын
Plenty of power, unless you are towing.
@AdamLock310 ай бұрын
Very weak engine for towing. Know this from experience. Both these engines will blow up before 100k anyway. Garbage cylinder deactivation engines
@rickybrain23447 ай бұрын
Bring back the original 5.3 I'm talking about the one from 2000-2001 I know it came out in 99 but I just don't like first year stuff they usually will fix the weak spots with time.
@markklevene63836 ай бұрын
The 5.3 I had on my 2015 LT Silverado was OK for towing my 20 foot camper on relatively flat ground. Put that motor into slight hills and long grades and it seemed to work a little too hard. I got stranded out in South Dakota when the lifters failed while camping. A total lifter job and we were back on the road again but, $5,300 lighter in the wallet. Chevy gave me a voucher on my new 2024 LTZ with a 6.2. I will take possesion of my new rig in a few weeks. I know the 6.2 will outperform my 5.3 hands down because it has more ponies, torque and, a 10 speed tranny. I can't wait for my new rig!
@AustinTA-cd9rs6 ай бұрын
I had a 2022 Trail Boss LT. No DFM or auto start-stop due to chip shortages. The fuel mileage was horrendous.
@Itanskywalker3 жыл бұрын
I’ve been with the good old 5.3 from my 2001 Silverado and 2012 Silverado up till 2019 Silverado and in neither of those 3 trucks had it broken down or had mayor issues great old durable engines
@OliG24 жыл бұрын
The fact that the 6.2 was so limited in its availability is a huge part of the reason why the 5.3 is the most popular GM truck engine. Now that the 6.2 is offered in many more models, all of which are much more affordable, the 6.2 might just become as popular as the 5.3... Anyhow, in regular use the 6.2 has very similar MPG to the 5.3 while having a lot more power, all for about 2000$, so in my opinion it's more than worth it and I would never buy a 5.3 now. So NO you don't really NEED the bigger V8, but should you get it anyways ? YES you should !
@roberthenry93193 ай бұрын
Nah. Only get 6.2 if you really do tow a whole lot more than 5.3 does. Or, if you are a "mine is bigger than yours" ha ha ha guy.
@djsilentassassinceoofsheds18023 жыл бұрын
I just bought the 5.3 Lt three days ago and I freaking love it....
@kenworthNH3 жыл бұрын
I got the GMC with the 5.3 four days ago. It's plenty for what I need. It's a nice little engine that feels solid. I only tow a small camper and a ski boat. I'm sure it'll be more than capable.
@hollywood51633 жыл бұрын
I’m looking at the Yukon’s and one model is 5.3L and the other 6.2L. Does the 5.3L and 6.2 take different kinds of gas? I’m coming from a V6 and only need the cheaper unleaded gas. But I also want an engine that can get out of its own way. The 5.3L will do that?
@915maybe53 жыл бұрын
@@hollywood5163 5.3 is not a weak engine. It uses regular unleaded, 6.2 is stronger but uses only premium. Long story short...the 5.3 is more than enough engine for most people and their planned usage, it will indeed get out of it's own way.
@roberthenry93193 ай бұрын
You will be very happy with the 5.3. Sweet, sweet engine. Very few people tow more than about 9,500 lbs. Up to and including 9,500 lbs, the 5.3 is marvelous.
@roadsidemanners4 жыл бұрын
I’ve had a 5.3 for years, I maintain it, but I plow and tow with it. Never had a problem.
@icu_corey_rn_9034 жыл бұрын
Eric's Shop / roadside manners maintenance is key with any of the engines.. they’ll all fail if u don’t maintain them
@danb24 жыл бұрын
There you go, take care of it, it’ll take care of you. 5.3 r damn good engines.
@markblix68804 жыл бұрын
5.4 in my 99 F-250 now has 257,000 miles. Change oil and use Marvels Mystery oil.
@evansautomotive3074 жыл бұрын
I have 2 older chevys with 5.3s that have 280k on them and my dad has one with 580k original engine 2nd trans. They all run great. 1qt of lucas oil treatment every oil change and they live forever.
@danb24 жыл бұрын
Evans Automotive I have a 03 with 320k running strong. only changed the water pump. I change my oil every 4000miles with Mag 1. Love these older vortec’s, bulletproof.
@jakelee54564 жыл бұрын
So someone ordered a 6.2 RST with the tow mirrors, but didn't get the max tow package? They were $890 away from 3,000 more lbs of towing capacity.
@Darndiddlyarn4 жыл бұрын
Maybe they're planning to tow a light trailer.
@aaron52224 жыл бұрын
@@Darndiddlyarn 890$ I'm sure you can talk the dealership into
@jaredchampagne27524 жыл бұрын
You cant get an RST with the 6.2
@larrydanduran25774 жыл бұрын
Jared Champagne You sure can in 2020. Also both Trail Bosses.
@noahtramposh33504 жыл бұрын
That is an rst with the 6.2, so yea...you can
@terryerickson34694 жыл бұрын
You forgot to mention that they recommend premium fuel in the 6.2. As opposed to regular unleaded in the 5.3. Up here in Canada premium is .21 cents per litre more. Which adds up over time. One of the main reasons I stayed with the 5.3
@jaydoublebusy4 жыл бұрын
Why would you put anything less than premium in a new truck.Keep all youre contacts,and fuel system as clean as possible.I have an RST with a 6.2 crew cab.Turn off auto stop,put it in sports mode and let her purr.....
@ksamos4 жыл бұрын
@@jaydoublebusy Premium fuel and 87 octane fuel are the same as for keeping your engine clean (at least with the big name oil companies, maybe not an off-brand discount station). It is just a higher octane number which some engines may require or the manufacturer just recommends for maximum performance. In the latter case, 87 would be fine, just a little less power. Going on a long highway run thru several states fairly light, go 87, save some $$. Need more power for that heavy load, go 92-94 premium.
@johnjones597710 ай бұрын
@@jaydoublebusy you, apparently, don't understand what octane really does.
@johnjones597710 ай бұрын
@@ksamos 87 does NOT have less power.
@johnjones597710 ай бұрын
An 11.5:1 compression ratio does not need premium fuel.
@MrMrbrettmoore2 жыл бұрын
I love the realness of it. The "edit in real time without actually editing it out makes it hilarious. Bravo
@articfever36164 жыл бұрын
I haven't watched the video yet, but I would like to start by saying... Yes, I need the big V8 because of the simple rationalization of I want a huge engine. I might not need it, but I definitely want it. Big V8's all day everyday.
@armymike11_4 жыл бұрын
I’ll take the LT Trail Boss with the 6.2
@rmm24244 жыл бұрын
Yep
@isaacmontes71954 жыл бұрын
GMC All Terrain ftw
@ES44AC-24 жыл бұрын
6.2l Trail Boss would be the best for me too.
@0289431824 жыл бұрын
I'd take a 7.3 tremor
@jaredchampagne27524 жыл бұрын
Can’t get a trail boss with a 6.2
@billn9114 жыл бұрын
The best part of waking up is TFL in your cup!
@phprofYT4 жыл бұрын
TFL coffee blend? I got a name for it: TFL Wake Breakfast Blend. I'd sign up for some.
@gregparrott4 жыл бұрын
You guys perform superb comparisons, far better than any other channel. As a 2017 F350 Diesel (SRW) owner, I am particularly intrigued by the tests you've conducted on Ford's new gas 7.3. It comes down to a contest between the 6.7 Diesel versus 7.3 gas. What is the choice given the gas engine's lower initial cost, lower maintenance costs, lighter weight = higher carrying payload, greater fuel availability, reasonably close MPG rating, reasonably close towing capacity, and better sound correspond to a better truck. A nice test to answer this and round out what you've tested so far would be to see how the 7.3 fare in more common conditions than pulling the maximum load and timing its ascent up the Ike grade. This would entail a moderate payload, say 10k lbs, and measuring parameters such as MPG, sound, personal impressions while driving through a range of conditions - towing at highways speed on level ground, climbing and descending Ike, and maybe a little windy dirt fire roads (with decent surface conditions) The bulk of truck owners will tow less than what is the rated maximum, and a relatively small portion of their driving will entail substantial grades. This test best addresses that audience.
@larrydanduran25774 жыл бұрын
I’ll take the 6.2 in any configuration. Once you own one you’ll never go back to a 5.3.
@derekchauvinisahero20103 жыл бұрын
Fell in love with mine before I even tuned it ... next year it’s getting a magnuson supercharger. Can’t wait
@roberthenry93193 ай бұрын
@@derekchauvinisahero2010 It will be even better the following year when you add the turbo fan jet Boeing 737 engine. Maybe a Space Shuttle engine the year after that?
@jewllake4 жыл бұрын
My old truck was a fully tuned 06 GMC sierra with the 5.3, extended cab, and the 3.73:1 gears. It would easily roast the two tires with the G80 and put you in the back seat in passing gear. When I bought my crew cab 4x4 2018 GMC sierra I test drove the 5.3. While it pulled pretty good off the line, it had trouble finding its way out of a wet paper sack on the freeway! I bought the 6.2 with the 8 speed and have enjoyed it ever since!
@DURTYMAXLML4 жыл бұрын
I would love to see 6.2 vs 5.3 Towing Max Capacity up Ike gauntlet! Awesome video once again! 😎👍
@a.bohcar50964 жыл бұрын
I’ve owned both a 2020 LT Trail Boss 5.3 and a 2020 LT Trail Boss 6.2. Get the 6.2 I regretted not getting the 6.2 so I found one then went and traded for it. Best decision I’ve ever made. There really is no comparison. My 6.2 has lifetime powertrain warranty as well. Double win.
@carm20054 жыл бұрын
I daily a 19 Silver 1500, 4.3 V6, 6 speed, 4X4, reg cab long box. I love the truck and it can take any snow or well WELL below 0F cold that Minnesota can throw at it. That auto mode they have now is so great, I've honestly not even had to touch diff locking 4X4 other then when I'm playing in heavy duty off roading.
@Jk35bb4 жыл бұрын
Squirrel Bobber lower trims are honestly way better, old classic tech is what real truck owners love, these 8 speed autos are for city slickers just like those new rams and twin turbocharged f150’s
@unclejamesx98084 жыл бұрын
finally been waiting for this. should also do a 3.0 duramax comparison
@deeremeyer17494 жыл бұрын
So it would be apples to oranges to tomatoes instead of just apples to oranges? What have you been "waiting for"? Two clowns to "test drive" two very different trucks for you because you clearly can't do any real research and test-driving for yourself even though you're "truck shopping"?
@dansherwood10433 жыл бұрын
Yes, clown, that is what he's asking...doofus!
@mhsvz67354 жыл бұрын
Yes, we need the 6.2 L V8.
@dougedoug21054 жыл бұрын
I own a Camaro SS. I traded a Dodge Charger R/T in on it about 6 months ago. I loved that car but I knew on the day I lost a race to a GMC Sierra loaded with passengers and a 6.2L V8 that the Bitch had to go! Mind you, I had no passengers in the car at the time. I know that displacement must be factored into the outcome, (5.7 Liter Hemi vs 6.2 Liter LT1), but we’re talking a ton to a ton and a half weight difference between the truck and my then car. I agree with you; we need the 6.2 simply because that engine is a BEAST. Performance is consistent and power/torque delivery is linear. Overall great engine in the truck 🚛 but an even better engine in the car! 🚗
@brandonmcfarland52003 жыл бұрын
That's The Truth!
@Me-vp4ub2 жыл бұрын
2 old school engines whose best years are behind it. RIP Vortec engines and long live ECOBOOST.
@TheMrmmkkpro4 жыл бұрын
I owned a 2010 LTZ 5.3 double cab, regular bed, just bought a 2015 LTZ 6.2 double cab regular bed. The 15 has towing package, the 10 was Z71. I loved the 10, a great truck, original owner towed his boat with it and it was ate up with rust from the axle back underneath. So I had to let her go and got the 15. The 6.2 ain't no joke, great power and as good or better mileage than the 10. I will say I liked the seats better in the 10, felt like I was in the seat the 15 feels like I'm on the seat, not uncomfortable just different. I miss my 10 but the 15 is very nice. Love me some chevys. Great video, thanks. 👍👍🏁
@anthonyc18834 жыл бұрын
0:55 Roman gets so impatient when he detects the topic is drifting, lol. I've seen him jump on it in at least a few past videos.
@cristianortega58504 жыл бұрын
lol came off a bit aggressive!
@alexanderdearmas83324 жыл бұрын
I don’t blame him. Probably freezing his ass off
@thawk14354 жыл бұрын
Just part of the script
@calvin-4 жыл бұрын
@@thawk1435 It's really not.
@Realricketycricket4 жыл бұрын
As he should! Get to the point
@willneverrememberit14 жыл бұрын
I've been looking for a new truck and I've been comparing these two. I want a 6.2 for sure. Thanks for this comparison!
@bradh74724 жыл бұрын
You guys do such a good job reviewing vehicles! The best out there by far.
@ronsmith50043 жыл бұрын
I just bought a new-to-me 2016 GMC Sierra Crew Cab SLT 4x4 with 65,000 miles. I looked for two months for one with a standard 6.6" box and the 6.2L, 8-speed...The 5.3L Sierras were plentiful. The 6.2L's, not so much. For me, getting 65 more horse power for basically the same price was the only way to go. I couldn't be happier.
@CarGuy51414 жыл бұрын
In regards to the title... There’s an old saying that goes along the lines of “no replacement for displacement”. So to answer that question, the answer is yes, you do need the big v8. Especially when the big v8 only gets 1mpg less on the highway. Also, the reason you can’t tell the difference between the 5.3L and the 6.2L blocks themselves without the actual labels is because they share the same block.
@raphaeldumont-lavoie19854 жыл бұрын
Yeah but you need premium gas....
@taylor55424 жыл бұрын
Air density is a replacement for displacement. Turbos rule! GM needs to get with the program
@jondreger4 жыл бұрын
@@raphaeldumont-lavoie1985 you don't NEED premium, gm recommends it for peak performance.
@raphaeldumont-lavoie19854 жыл бұрын
@@jondreger I fell like that is the start of a knock knock joke ... Poor valves
@DragonKnightX124 жыл бұрын
@@raphaeldumont-lavoie1985 Eh, spend a little more and get considerably more performance.
@gilvietor19183 жыл бұрын
On my 2016 LTZ 2500 I could send directions to the truck, which was huge helpful when my wife couldn't find a place. We still talk about how cool that was.
@justin________74774 жыл бұрын
I think the double cab should have just stayed the normal extended cab with the suicide style doors and no separate external handles. Looks better in my opinion.
@Kidslearnalot9 ай бұрын
Alot more room means alot if u use your truck as a truck anyway its for work not pretty
@ronsmith78804 жыл бұрын
Very great video guys...you guys got a lot of snow...thanks Roman n Andre...I still like the TFL Trailboss.
@MUDDYBOOTS8054 жыл бұрын
👏👏👏 big round of applause for TFL!!! Gentleman keep up the great work
@andybub454 жыл бұрын
It is worth noting that the 6.2 actually tows less than the 5.3 unless you get the max trailering package. If you want the max trailering package, you cannot get the Z71 package. Overall I would pick the 5.3 for my needs. I dont need the larger V8. However the 6.2 is a beast.
@petenorth82452 жыл бұрын
Wrong, I have the 6.2 with Z71 and max trailer package
@ScottNelson014 жыл бұрын
I like you two dudes. Your reviews are most times painless. I cant say that about motorweek or car and driver
@pilotdog684 жыл бұрын
Throttlehouse is great too
@nicholassmith70484 жыл бұрын
The 6.2 is unquestionably the engine to get. It sounds better, is a lot more powerful yet gets nearly the same fuel economy.
@Steviethegr82 жыл бұрын
And one takes premium and the other takes 87.. big difference at the pump
@dimmacommunication2 жыл бұрын
@@Steviethegr8 Not if you live in countries where you have only premium :)
@waterheaterservices2 жыл бұрын
Down round these parts premyum is mighty expensive
@K-B-C4 жыл бұрын
I thought the mirror was going to come off in Andre's hand !
@chadgouthro19753 жыл бұрын
huge mirror on smaller tuck looks weird
@regsparkes65074 жыл бұрын
In 2014 I bought a Silverado with the venerable 5.3 l and it gave me all the performance I needed and, AND good fuel economy too. For my uses,.I found that engine to be just dandy and had no need of more power ( fuel consumption ) in my truck. I did enjoy this video,..it contains all kinds of useful information and good 'chit-chat', thank you TFL-T.
@wint_624 жыл бұрын
The LT is so nice. Such a good looking truck! I love the interior. Functional & simple. The Rams is nice, but too busy.
@gwood7014 жыл бұрын
Owned new Silverados from 2012 . Drove a 19 ram last year and traded both GMs . GM have cut corners and tried to save money and it shows The cab is ghastly! Plastic crap all over . The 2" lift makes it tippy and rolly. Not a good truck.
@terrencejones98174 жыл бұрын
@@gwood701 that's not true. The Trail boss corners very flat. I own one.
@bryane28574 жыл бұрын
@@gwood701 I'll agree except for not a good truck. Mechanically there isn't one bad truck out there .
@wint_624 жыл бұрын
A friend of mine bought a new Ram and after about 6 months, he traded it in for a Chevy. He had a lot of problems with the Ram. He also said that big 12in screen, stunk. The camera & Nav didn’t use the entire screen. Why have that big of a screen then?
@menaceg214 жыл бұрын
Have a 15' Silverado with 50K on it and it's been in the shop 9 times for major mechanical issues. Like A Rock.
@josephfarrah5794 жыл бұрын
I've been in Chevys my whole life, and had a lot of miles with the 5.3 leading the way. Currently in a 2019 Silverado LT with the second equipment group and couldn't be happier. I need my truck to be a TRUCK before anything else and that's something GM has right.
@campbell01624 жыл бұрын
I just picked up a 2020 Chevy Silverado 1500 High Country with the 6.2. It really pulls you back in your seat compared to the 5.3, but the msrp is crazy. I paid just over 70k here in Canada
@-Hood-4 жыл бұрын
@@campbell0162 Just over $70k?? How can you afford that? The interest will be through the roof by the time you pay off the truck
@joseph1514 жыл бұрын
@@-Hood- he probably just has more money than you lol
@campbell01624 жыл бұрын
@@-Hood- thats not half of it. I'm also just 20 years old. 😂 I come from a rich family, thats why lol
@campbell01624 жыл бұрын
@@joseph151 just a rich family lol 😂😂
@azzkidcz4 жыл бұрын
I have a 2011 silverado with a tuned 6.2 and 3.73's from the factory, and it's a beast...
@TheProjectHelpDesk4 жыл бұрын
6.2 requires Premium Gas. I'll keep my 5.3 and my money and you can keep the 1.7 seconds.
@coreypatterson13864 жыл бұрын
Who and where does it state the 6.2 requires premium gas?
@TheProjectHelpDesk4 жыл бұрын
@@coreypatterson1386 I will admit my wording was slightly off. From my friends comments, 87 always caused knocking in his 6.2. Which relates to what you see in the manual. Here is the actual wording from the 2018 GMC Sierra Owners manual. Page 299. Added in next reply:
@TheProjectHelpDesk4 жыл бұрын
Except the 6.2L engine, use regular unleaded gasoline meeting ASTM specification D4814 with a posted octane rating of 87 or higher. Do not use gasoline with a posted octane rating of less than 87, as this may cause engine knock and will lower fuel economy.For the 6.2L engine, premium unleaded gasoline meeting ASTM specification D4814 with a posted octane rating of 93 is highly recommended for best performance and fuel economy. Unleaded gasoline with an octane rated as low as 87 can be used. Using unleaded gasoline rated below 93 octane,however, will lead to reduced acceleration and fuel economy.If knocking occurs, use a gasoline rated at 93 octane as soon as possible, otherwise, the engine could be damaged.
@TheProjectHelpDesk4 жыл бұрын
Every time my friend tried 87 he had severe knocking and had to switch back to 93.
@tuffr24 жыл бұрын
Great content and thanks for showing the payloads on both trucks.
@thegreenskeep14 жыл бұрын
We use pickup trucks for snow plowing. Having big mirrors are invaluable. I've used both and having bigger mirrors helps tremendously.
@problemodude4 жыл бұрын
i got a 2020 custom 4,3 v6 and i love it and i have no complain about the interior
@Jk35bb4 жыл бұрын
The warrior crease same here love it, just that empty space on the steering wheel really bothers me
@brandonmick91914 жыл бұрын
That mirror on the 6.2 looked wobbly when he was playing with it
@bradleymyrick23154 жыл бұрын
Normally I wouldn't have time to watch a 30 minute truck video, but I'm locked in my house and have nothing better to do!
@robertbenton66494 жыл бұрын
Not having to us do 92 octane gas in the 5.3 makes a difference to cost to operate.
@viperviper53 жыл бұрын
Exactly
@MrJamesgrate4 жыл бұрын
I think the 5.3 V8 is the best option, these engines are so underrated, if you don't mind the poor gas mileage, and you plan on racing a 1500 pickup truck, then the 6.2 liter engine would be a good choice. I need my 2015 5.3 V8 to do work, and it accomplishes that without any problems, and it has more than enough power to get the vehicle up to highway speed, as a matter of fact, the little 5.3 V8 had so much torque, it broke the motor mounts in my truck, got them replaced under warranty!!! I always love TFL's reviews.
@josephwhiskeybeale4 жыл бұрын
I haven’t watched the video yet, but yes, yes you do need the big V8....because ‘merica 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
@brandonmick91914 жыл бұрын
Joseph Whiskey Beale i have a Inline 6 that says you dont need a V8 at all
@CJColvin4 жыл бұрын
Yep.
@josephwhiskeybeale4 жыл бұрын
Brandon Mick I have an inline 6 that says “Yes, of course you need the big V8...whaddaya a commie?”
@duaneb26727 ай бұрын
I bought the 6.2 in 2020 mainly for towing our 26' pull behind camper (5600 lbs). Does better on the expressway. not going from one hill to the next then the semi passes you again. 6.2 you can pass a semi and leave him behind you. I still get 19 mpg on the expressway. We leased in 2020 and bought it outright in 2023.
@J26-e6g4 жыл бұрын
Try accelerating in 2 Wheel sport mode. The auto all-wheel-drive mode slows it down a lot running the front differential. I have the same truck and have felt the difference. Would also be 58 DB in 2wd. Also connect your phone using the usb or lightning plug in the console box. Then run the wire through where the console hinges (the usb cable won’t pinch, they designed it this way) then place your phone in the cutout near your right elbow on console, with the cable going back towards the rear seat into the console. You can open the console while leaving your phone plugged in and cable out of the way. Hold the speak button down longer to command siri to find snarfs using carplay.
@J26-e6g4 жыл бұрын
Great truck. I have a 2019. 5.3. 8 speed LTZ z71. paid $47k. It has a lot more features. Roman, use the info screen and scroll to the off road screen that shows tire angle/grade angles. It shows the drive selection (big) and actively shows when tires are slipping. I drove the Ram, and it felt like the same old truck with flashy interior. The Chevy felt lighter, more responsive, better bed, with more useful cleaner interior. Ram had to go with a frame harmonic balancer to counteract engine shake. Chevy did it with cylinder deactivation tuning. My LTZ gets way better MPG. 21 combined in Colorado.
@Nikephorus4 жыл бұрын
Glad Andre is there to explain how everything works lol
@theonewhostandsaboveall68264 жыл бұрын
Really 😂😂
@RyanRKJ4 жыл бұрын
“It’s already in auto” “No, that’s your headlights!” LoL
@coloradoprofessionalinspec7204 жыл бұрын
Guys who aren't really truck guys reviewing trucks. Just a little FYI, the reason they still offer a double cab is it still a real truck. It's got a longer 7 foot bed and 3/4 ton payload. It's got tons of power for towing. And it's got towing mirrors. Is it a spacious as the crew cab, no. Does it do the job as a truck better? Maybe. I don't think it is necessarily less truck than a crew cab that goes off road which as we all know people rarely do in their truck anyways.
@MrTimdtoolman14 жыл бұрын
Thanks for another great episode. This was interesting to watch. I felt like I was riding around in the back seat with a couple of buddies checking out these trucks. Great job guys. I have a 2011 Silverado ext. cab currently, getting a new truck would be great until the payments start coming every month. LOL!!!
@stevenstair10683 жыл бұрын
I absolutely love my Silverado,, I've owned many in the last 50 years this one is the best one yet!!!
@RobertGwreck4 жыл бұрын
Without even seeing the video do you need the 6.2. 5.3 should be retired. No penalty for mpg and what could be the cost difference between the two engines. GM you can make your trucks exciting by just making a 6.2 engine standard
@MrChadx14 жыл бұрын
No way on the 6.2. You have to use premium to get rated hp and mpg. 5.3 is the most popular engine for a reason.
@waterloo1231004 жыл бұрын
MrChadx1 agreed if it ain’t broke don’t fix it.
@Obamne014 жыл бұрын
Need? Who said I needed a big V8. I don't need it, I want it.
@ET740194 жыл бұрын
Miss my old Chevy, stuck in a soccer mom Jeep at the moment, maybe someday I’ll get the lifted 6.2
@Water6984 жыл бұрын
Roman complaining about the headrest whilst having heated steering wheel and heated seats in a heated climate which being in a brand new truck, while there are people outside jogging in the snow lmfao. Sorry that's just funny.
@rossgreenzweig4 жыл бұрын
I'll take the Trail Boss with the 5.3 + 10 speed 👍💪❤
@OuRuKai4 жыл бұрын
The Fast lane Truck - If you purchased the TrailBoss. OnStar should have been activated by the dealership the day that you took delivery of the vehicle. You should contact the dealership to determine the length of the free activation. My OnStar subscription was activated for 3 years by the dealership.
@brucebeckner30494 жыл бұрын
Having owned the 6.2 for nearly five years, I have to say it’s The Bomb. Neither of these trucks should be used as suburban grocery-getters. Having a big displacement engine toodling along in stop and go traffic is guaranteed to use plenty of fuel. Let em stretch their legs on the highway and you’ll be amazed at what they can do with a gallon of gas. I’ve done a 400 mile average of over 24 mpg and even at 70, moderately loaded, you can expect better than 21, depending on terrain. Towing my 7600 lb GVWR travel trailer at 60, I get between 11 and 13. I doubt there’s a meaningful difference in highway mileage between the 5.3 and the 6.2 if you resist the temptation to use the extra power to dust off people at stoplights. One meaningful difference is that the 6.2 is a high compression engine “premium fuel recommended.” I don’t think the 5.3 has that requirement. The 6.2 runs happy enough on 89 octane if you’re not making it work too hard and with somewhat less performance. I’ve never run mine with anything other than premium when I’ve been towing. Stoplight drag racers should know that, even on dry pavement, full throttle starts will produce lots of wheel spin even with the locking differential. So, always engage “4wd auto” for the lowest ETs. With 97,000 miles on the odometer, the 6.2 has been stone reliable.
@cdf88212 жыл бұрын
Just wanted to say this was really helpful from an actual owner's perspective!
@jameskiyabu65412 жыл бұрын
14 mpg at 90 on the highway
@1badk204 жыл бұрын
My Company just received their 2020 Crew Cab Standard Bed High Country 1500 4x4 with Max Tow package, Towing mirrors, and the 6.2L V8/10-Speed Trans. I beautiful looking truck in the Iridescent Pearl Tricoat Exterior Color. The MSRP was $67,265 and they got theirs for $65,101. 2,010 Lbs Max Payload 12,000 Lbs Max Conventional Towing
@madeyalook59424 жыл бұрын
Wow it looks like they just stuck that 6.2 badge on the hood blindfolded
@Cloud300004 жыл бұрын
I appreciate the behind-the-scenes view of multiple takes at times that were not edited out :P
@devldogg404 жыл бұрын
YES!!!!!!!!! I have owned all 3 gm engines.. don’t ever buy less than a 6.2!
@WingoFlead3 жыл бұрын
I have a 21 LT Trail Boss w/ the 6.2l, 10 speed, and GM performance package and love it! I just had 2000 lbs of deer corn in the bed while towing a 6 person side by side. It did great!
@fletch48133 жыл бұрын
Isint 1600 max cargo limit?
@kiefergebhardt13274 жыл бұрын
Awesome video, would love to see the break down of cost of maintenance as well.
@kiefergebhardt13274 жыл бұрын
Also I’d like to see the trail boss review with the 4.3
@icu_corey_rn_9034 жыл бұрын
Probably the exact same, the engines are extremely similar internally
@darrin20533 жыл бұрын
Just bought a RST but not a double cab, 6.2 10 speed automatic. It’s the freaking bomb 💣. Love it
@andrewmurray44084 жыл бұрын
Had to turn it off when he thought the lights were the 4wd. Roman doesn’t have a clue. Just let Andre do it. That was cringe
@jaredself90324 жыл бұрын
On the contrary, my 2018 1500 patrol pickup as the foldable tow mirrors. Pros: lots of viewing area and obviously nice for towing. Cons: I had to disconnect the LED blinkers on the mirror side because of the insane brightness at night. Also I have to fold the driver side in and hug that side of the garage so close it causes a slight amount of pucker factor. Thanks again for another great comparison video!
@jeremyrusselldavis4 жыл бұрын
The custom trail boss is the way to go. 6.2 all for under 40k
@oneqwickbird4 жыл бұрын
You can't get the 6.2 in the custom trail boss
@jeremyrusselldavis4 жыл бұрын
@@oneqwickbird you can. In the 2020
@zhdpa4 жыл бұрын
@@oneqwickbird Sure you can.
@jeremyrusselldavis4 жыл бұрын
@@oneqwickbird go to the chevy website right now. 2020 custom trailboss 6.2 about 40000
@terrencejones98174 жыл бұрын
You can do that. But you get shitt Halogen head lamps. I opted for the LT.
@shawnwinland949911 ай бұрын
I have a 2015 Yukon SLT 5.3 4x4 and I raced my buddy that has a 2015 GMC Yukon Denali 2WD. Upgrades to the 5.3 is a full exhaust with hi-flow cats and the 6.2 has a cold air intake. We lined up and the 6.2 straight walked the 5.3 but not as bad as I thought.
@UNKNOWN-le2tu3 жыл бұрын
i would definitely go with the trailboss, 5.3 is nice and 6.2 if fine but really only adds less than 200 lbs of payload. my 5.7 has 10500 towing and 1660 payload. really the only thing its missing i wish my truck had is 4x4.
@orangecrush55123 жыл бұрын
My 1992 GMC had a 5.7 liter V8 that produced 190 horsepower. I still have it.......and have had a 2008 Nissan Titan that had a 5.6 liter V8 that pushed 317 horsepower. Both of those trucks did everything I needed them to do. I just bought a 2021 Sierra with the 5.3 liter v8.......and it pushes 355 horsepower. I'm still doing the same stuff with my truck that I've always done, so this rig is more than adequate. I'd have loved to have found mine with the 6.2, but an SLT, standard bed with the X31 package is almost impossible to find in my area.
@michaelcrouch42484 жыл бұрын
Great review. My own experience: The positive- I have owned my Silverado with the 6.2 for about 5 years and could not be more pleased with the drivetrain when pulling, accelerating, or anything I want to do with it. The negative- I have had both major and minor quality issues with the truck that I so wish GM had payed way more attention to. I have had major issues with my paint, door handles (2), front A Arms (3), shocks, the dash cracking, interior knobs, and the list goes further... I have told my wife that I will NEVER buy another GM vehicle ever again, simply because of the poor quality of the many parts on the vehicle. I have used the truck as a daily computer vehicle and for occasional weekend work (towing camper and boat). My wife drives a Toyota Sequoia (with way more miles now) of the same year model and there is no comparison related to the quality compared to one another. Next time I would definitely consider buying a Tundra over a Silverado for this reason. I hope this helps someone who is considering buying a Silverado truck.
@DynamteKid3162 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your sound advice Sir! Keep safe & God bless you!🙏
@ismet_sxv4 жыл бұрын
Good job both of you and the team guys! 🔥👌
@donknicker81104 жыл бұрын
A $350 programmer for the 5.3 really wakes it up...have one in mine along with magnaflow exhaust and cold air intake huge difference
@bustos2573 жыл бұрын
Hey what programmer do you have? I took my trailboss to a performance shop and they said they couldn’t even tune it cuz had to ship computer outa country.
@donknicker81103 жыл бұрын
@@bustos257 i have a Diablo tuner
@bustos2573 жыл бұрын
@@donknicker8110 thanks!
@calebniederhofer65292 жыл бұрын
It is actually a marginal difference on the 5.3. Tune, and exhaust, intake, you are maybe talking like 35hp gain,and 25-30lbs of torque. It will make a difference, is it worth idk. If you want more power , buy the 6.2 period.
@patrickyoung53484 жыл бұрын
Roman, try raising the headrest so you are resting against the vertical surface instead of the corner of the top and front surfaces that you where bumping your head on.
@nathanthomas46304 жыл бұрын
My favorite video in awhile, thanks!
@InuranusBrokoff4 жыл бұрын
These trucks are losing the war against FIAT for GM. I thought these things were ugly when they came out, but in some trims I think they look okay, let's be honest though, the general consensus is that Chevy dropped the ball, and the heavy discounts on Silverados to get them off of dealership lots is the proof in the pudding. The GMC looks so much better it's... yeah....
@Matt-mh5ud4 жыл бұрын
Shame you have to get the Trail Boss just to avoid the gag-inducing reflex when looking at the standard Silverado front end.