Ike Gauntlet: Brand-New 2024 GMC Sierra 2500HD Denali Takes on the World’s Toughest Towing Test!

[@TFLtruck]

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[@GreenMountain565]

These two together are the best of TFL, they are hilarious. Can’t believe it’s been 10 years. Andre has really come into his own on the channel. If you go back and watch the old videos he was almost just a prop who sputtered random Russian rants lol. Not to mention they do these videos in my backyard. Glad they are representing CO so well. Good work as always you guys!

[@TFLtruck]

Thank you. Much appreciated. -Andre.

[@MrTruckTV]

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[@jen4739]

Yeah, let's all go back and watch those old video's! Nothing like spending your time watching and listening to a couple of old gas bags go on and on about something totally irrelevant to 99% of the population while spewing out tons of "C" - Zero - two into the atmosphere, that's CO2, btw. Andre's life would be better spent if he took one of these trucks back to Russia and ran it right over Putin's bald head.

[@macbookpro57]

Not a gm fan, but man I gotta say these new sierra’s are some of the best looking trucks out there.

[@garys2157]

Yeah Idk why GM can get a grill, light set up looking so good and Chev not so, even in the brink of overdone ugly. IMO GM should spin all of their trucks into a GM only truck division, not trying to upset Chev fans, but it would make sense and save a lot of money.

[@Clevelandsteamer324]

Dodge is garbage and ford way overpriced

[@machfive916]

Wow! 10 years of the Ike Gauntlet. Thank you so much for cranking out a top-notch Ike Gauntlet video every Saturday, as this is no easy feat. Great video guys.

[@MrTruckTV]

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[@gregc9220]

Great video guys! And Andre you must keep the hat now, you and Mr.Truck make a perfect team for these kinds of towing videos, it's informational and humor all in one video!

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[@kokocostanza2036]

As others have said, now we need to see a re-test of the gas 6.6 with the 10 speed instead of the 6 speed. Before the engine wasn't really able to stay in the powerband, and the fact that the shortest axle gearing was 3.73 and not 4.10 really hampered it going uphill. The new transmission could completely change the outcome.

[@slaytanic921]

I’m waiting for this one too. I want them to do two videos. One with the trailer they used for the first 6.6 test and then another with a 5th wheel. I have a 22, I might trade in if it’s worth it.

[@bradniehues9560]

I just traded my 23 I bought last fall for a 24 gas. I’ll pick it up next week. I’m excited to see the difference rowing.

[@71dbart]

@@bradniehues9560 Awesome. I just ordered a 2024 2500 AT4 HD with the 6.6 gas. Should have it in maybe 3months. Selling my 2018 2500 Duramax Z71 when it comes in or trade it.

[@XploreAz]

@@bradniehues9560well, how did it row?

[@hydro1581]

@@XploreAzmine did horrible, I regret buying my gasser, Cannot tow 13K very well at all!

[@lanceripplinger8352]

You guys have sure come a long way with the Ike Gauntlet runs. Nobody puts in the effort and all the data collecting like you. Mr. Truck and Andre are always great together! Hard to believe it has been 10 years, I've been watching you since the beginning! 😀

[@MrTruckTV]

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[@ibold1000]

Down 60lbs!? That is something to be proud of! Good job, Mr. Truck.

[@cstgx]

GMC is the best looking truck on the road by far.

[@cliffordmontana4562]

Now that Ford ruined the looks of the super duty for 2023…you’re correct! I still think the Chevy heavy duty is ugly, however.

[@cstgx]

@cliffordmontana4562 I know. The Super Duty looked awesome. Not sure why they did that.

[@cliffordmontana4562]

@@cstgx I have no clue dude. It looks terrible. I’m so glad I was able to get a 22 super duty with the Godzilla for 8k off of sticker price five months ago. I love my truck. I won’t buy a new super duty til they update them in a couple years.

[@arkhsm]

In my honest opinion... they're nowhere near as handsome as a SUPER DUTY..... that scoop on top looks like a giant WART !!

[@cstgx]

@arkhsm have you seen the front end of the new SuperDuty? It looks terrible. The 22 looked awesome and was the best looking HD on the road.

[@duggydo]

I think you have to hit them for the price. The prices have outpaced inflation and we are in record inflation! The CEO even admitted to decreasing production to keep prices high. Not good.

[@paulbenderavich3833]

32% price increase in two years. The average guy is being priced right out of the market.

[@duggydo]

@@paulbenderavich3833 Yes...and they know it, but don't give a rip. You combine the govt regs on top of the greedy mentality of the executives and this is what you get.

[@Rccrdawgs]

Stop going and getting loans for these trucks and the prices will fall...they know your addiction for new trucks are more powerful than heroin!

[@duggydo]

@@Rccrdawgs well, personally I haven’t taken a loan on a vehicle in 20 years. I agree with you though. People borrow way too much money for vehicles.

[@CharlesAnsman]

Have to pay for the EV division that loses money

[@gmlover82]

Loved the video. Andre, keep the hat. 10 yrs of the Ike? Can’t believe it!! Y’all should do a few Retro Ike’s with some of yalls favorites over the years.

[@gregc9220]

I said the same thing a couple videos ago, old vs new

[@TFLtruck]

Yes. We ware planning a celebration video.

[@jacobseitz6224]

Love the Ike videos with Andre and Mr.Truck. Ive been a ford guy for a long time but i think these new GMCs are probably the best looking HD trucks on the market today. You guys rock thanks for another great video. Love the hat Andre

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[@ohaggdah]

André and Mr Truck is the best combo!! And thank you guys for trying cruise control on the way down!!! Excellent! 🙌

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[@matthewhennagir9798]

Thanks for featuring this beautiful truck! I proudly help build them in Flint, Michigan with the best group of people from GM and UAW Local 598. Keep up the great content TFL!

[@steddyk]

I have a 22 Duramax out of the Flint plant. Thank you for the work you do!

[@quikagc5]

Nice truck! Nice hat, Andre! Good job guys!

[@AUav8r05]

Andre, absolutely love the vids with you and Mr. Truck! Keep em coming! Cheers

[@MrTruckTV]

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[@jsasu.3]

I’m glad Mr. truck is back with Andre! Those two are priceless 👍🏼🇺🇸✌🏼

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[@jsasu.3]

@@MrTruckTV 30 years truck driving here and appreciate your insight on smaller trucks and towing various rigs correctly.

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[@AbzAden]

I won’t lie I like all things TFL but I love this long review I don’t even have a truck or is in to big trailers but this is so informative and I love it maybe one day I’ll get me a big truck and trailer and I’ll have all the info I need keep up the great work

[@marcelouspatton4997]

Let’s see an Ike Gauntlet test with the 6.6 Gas and Allison 10 speed!

[@musschootski]

27 seconds into the film, and I already love Andres hat.

[@christianmarten4938]

I live in Canada and I did a build and price on one of these in the 3500 hd and the fact that it's 129k and then a gm dealership in Edmonton does custom trucks so they add a lift, new wheels and tires, black out badges aftermarket exhausts etc and cost around the same price is just crazy yes its only a 1500 or an AT4 2500hd but that's just crazy

[@duramaxadventures5832]

HAPPY SATURDAY! I'll never be able to justify its cost but still cool to see what the truck that people take to teh grocery store and tow theri 6,000 lb RV can really do!

[@garysarratt1]

You will see us at the grocery store, but follow us back to the campground before you pass judgement.

[@THEjasonTDI]

I've been up and down that several times with my 36' ATC. Pin heavy but they pull great. RAM 3500 Dually HD/Aisin

[@jameshowey9958]

Nice video, the fact that now you are saying a 3:42 rear gear is for towing cracks me up, before it was 4:10 or nothing than 3:73 was expectable and now this is considered good 🤦🏼‍♂️ I know the new transmissions make all the difference and the 3:42 is just a better all around gear. That transmission sure did look like it was hunting a lot on the climb also.

[@Cbat124]

Love the presenting combo!

[@TFLtruck]

Thank you.

[@MrTruckTV]

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[@ribbit1964]

Love Mr Truck and Andrey Ike’s!

[@christophercassidy1075]

I’m a complete novice when comes to towing. Can you go into detail and explain to me like I’m a child learning about 5th wheel / goose neck towing vs. hitch towing. Positioning of the 5th wheel and all that is needed to know and talk about the Turing radius and rubbing possibility when using 5th wheel. What does it cost to make the truck 5th wheel capable and can you still use the bed fully like normal? Thanks again. Greatly appreciate you guys! Have a great day! God Bless!

[@JesseLJohnson]

These trucks come equipped you just have to buy the hitch. If you aren't using the hitch you can take it out and use the bed like you always would.

[@30smsuperstrat]

When Mr. Truck shaves it signals the Official end of the Hipster Beards. Bring on the Top Gun Mustache!😁

[@robertpulliam9973]

Finally you are doing an accurate towing test taking wind resistance into play, it’s easy to tow something if all you are doing is pulling weight and rolling resistance of tires.

[@mfairlie9912]

These two, are like, the dynamic duo. They're great together. Mr. Truck needs those two top teeth fixed, just strictly observational.

[@alanhess4391]

When are you going to do a video with the new Super Duty? I would love to see a video with the new HO 6.7

[@JarmelSingsKaraoke]

HAPPY SATURDAY EVERYONE ✌️ I HOPE EVERYBODY HAS A GOOD DAY...

[@TFLtruck]

Thank you.

[@kadimsilahtar]

Thats just so simple: class leading, period.

[@christophercassidy1075]

Great video and duo! Your shirt and hat look great. Can you go into more detail about 5th wheel towing and hitch positioning? And go into more detail about how 2H , 4H , 4low and a trailer brake work and when to use them? Thanks a lot. Have a great day! God Bless!

[@scubaprojoe]

In the video you mentioned calculating your trailer weight using an app. What app are you using? Thx

[@lilcuriousgeorge1]

Mr Truck without a beard looks like Andres dad 👀🤔

[@WSmith-ne5ks]

13:50 is that a new Silverado Bison I see you're using as the camera Vehicle

[@bad05ford]

How about comparing usable tourqe between the ast l5p and this one. You referenced banks video on some of the changes but. Not where the peak tourqe below shift points, so you'll only peak starting from a stop.

[@dadgarage7966]

What does TFL recommend for tooth loss?

[@BigMikeT42]

We gotta keep the cowboy look please🤣

[@Pratorb]

I wonder if this truck has adaptive cruise control and if so is it similar to Ford. With cruise control set on a Ford the truck brakes will engage but not the trailer brakes. In that case you would not see any brake gain change although the truck would be using brakes and not just engine brake. Could throw this engine braking test off.

[@Evolvedmindz1]

Why was cruise set if we are testing brake applications? Won't the truck slow u down it's active cruise

[@johnk6206]

Great video. Unobtanium truck.

[@RonnN-gf8tm]

Pretty tall front ends on these trucks... looks awesome thou..12:22

[@jameskwak3198]

I dunno I'm old school maybe but that diesel turning 5k rpm coming down the hill doesn't seem like a recipe for engine longevity

[@robbiehensley2843]

I hate the center console sooooo much. Keeping my 2022 until they change it.

[@K.riv99]

Andre is the Russian ARNOLD like that hat ol son

[@scoutplatoon8410]

Bring on the 3500s

[@brianb3333]

Love to see the gas engine performance

[@vinnie8495]

Like to see the Fords tow the ike😊

[@Not_Andrew_Huberman]

Idk what truck was getting at with semi "engine bakes"

[@thanley99]

There are times I wonder if the older guy has any idea what’s happening

[@dpl2617]

Ike Gauntlet, Brokeback Mountain Edition 🌈

[@yissibiiyte]

Andre's hat is a great addition to the channel 😂

[@marksman4004]

Guest appearance, Andre's hat. 🤣🤣

[@mattie3595]

Looks a bit small……lol!

[@timothyweers8054]

Well, Andre won't be wearing the hat anymore. A couple of years ago, he had a nice pair of cowboy boots, I made a nice comment on them, and I haven't seen him wear them again. LOL

[@thomasjohn8632]

Agreed

[@Clevelandsteamer324]

He needs a track suit

[@deelock1605]

Ike Gauntlet on Saturdays are the new Saturday morning cartoons! Look forward to these reviews every weekend! Great content, editing, collaboration and awesome hat Andre!

[@MrTruckTV]

Thanks,

[@dylanluhowy]

Need to see the 6.6 gas with the 10-speed! Thanks.

[@TFLtruck]

It’s coming soon.

[@jensalan]

5:30 Exhaust brake shut itself off here. So the downhill run was completely done without the exhaust brake?

[@TFLtruck]

No. Andre turned off the exhaust brake just for a minute to see what would happen. The truck accelerated from 50-55 mph. Then Andre turned the exhaust brake back on and the speed slowed down.

[@andrewkennedy9704]

@@TFLtruck should've included that in the video to show that difference and how important it is.

[@carperdiem8754]

The weekly Ike makes me feel like a kid in the 80s again. Excited to wake up Sat morning for cartoons

[@ardyarco5221]

This is great, we need more rvs on the Ike. A 9k lb rv is no where near the same kind of tow of a 9k trailer

[@G-Rated]

Best truck in the entire damn segment right here. They’ve outdone themselves.

[@francsever]

I want to see you do a super ike with the gmc HD gasser

[@TFLtruck]

This is coming soon.

[@Stevemax07]

These truck videos each Saturday morning make my Saturday morning!

[@TFLtruck]

We are so glad.

[@deonstrydom7173]

These two guys are simply the best. I laughed so hard when Mr Truck called the GMC a sexy beast😂😂 But I agree, that truck is way sexy.

[@MrTruckTV]

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[@jeffwarner9249]

I would be curious about the 6.6 gas engine with the new Allison. With the improved torque curve I can only guess that it will be a game changer.

[@matthewanderson9912]

Nice video. Always glad to see Mr Truck and Andre. Also glad to hear you guys mention the size and type of trailer you were towing and how it affects things like fuel economy for example. My complaints would be the towing sticker again. It’s never been VIN specific, just configuration specific which is what every tow rating is. If you do the math based off the sticker (27500 GCWR-8387 Curb Weight) you get 19,113. Of course you have to add a driver so that number would dip below 19,000 but that’s always been the case. Lastly the fuel tank size. I’m glad Mr Truck went the opposite way here and didn’t complain. When it comes to short bed trucks GM has the biggest tank. Ford only offers 34 gallons and Ram is 30 or 32. So not sure what the gripe is from Andre in this configuration.

[@MrTruckTV]

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[@bret9741]

I really like the improvements GM has made on all its truck lines. If buy any GM truck over Ford right now... and I'm a Ford owner.

[@WVURenegade]

That’s MSRP. There’s one for sale in Lugoff, SC priced at $120k.

[@JesseLJohnson]

There is a dealer I saw last night that had 4 for $94-96k. The dealer in Little River, SC where I got my half ton Ultimate has one coming in and they don't tack on over sticker. Think they told me $93 or $94 for it. Not sure I should have just waited and got the 3/4 ton but I don't really tow enough to need it besides I already have an 06 3/4 ton too and I had a 2010 but just passed that one along and the 1 ton I had with the ramp truck bed

[@cooldude50c91]

Great video guys! Love watching Andre & Mr. Truck doing these towing reviews for the channel! Hopefully soon you guys get to tow with the new 2023 Toyota Sequoia for the Ike Gauntlet! I’m curious to see how the new Sequoia performs VS what the last current Sequoia performed last time.

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[@coryfranks1283]

Can't wait to see the 2023 F-450 IKe. I haven't seen a 450 in a couple years. I love the super Ike's with the big trucks.

[@MDchaz]

Yee-Haw!!! Andre and Mr. Truck back in the saddle again! 🤠 🤠 🤠

[@badgerpa9]

Nice to see Andre and Mr. Truck the two most trusted truck guys together. Hope you keep the hat for future Ike runs Andre. Hope your entire crew is safe and healthy, you guys run a lot of miles on the highway.

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[@andrewsbbq]

Great looking truck. And did I see a Silverado ZR2 Bison as a camera/support vehicle?

[@haldoglife]

The various TFL channels have being my favorite KZbin hangout.

[@TFLtruck]

Thank you. That means a lot to us.

[@kinomorrison8004]

This is a great truck.

[@kevincameron8437]

This size/style trailer is what you need to do your tests with. If it pulls and handles well with this huge and heavy sail behind it, it’ll manage most any other load within its weight class. And this isn’t a bad payload for a max loaded 3/4 ton truck. Oh, and those are some sharp hats.

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[@hotrodgt69]

I would love to see you guys do the I gauntlet towing test with the 66 gas engine and the new 10 speed Allison behind it. I am a pro model truck guy myself. I don't need all the bells and whistles at this point in time. I have a 2023 66 gas pro model truck with the 6-speed trans. I hope that that 10 speed would be worth it if I trade this thing back in and get the 24 version

[@stacysid2]

I agree with Andre 36 gallons is not enough. That's a deal breaker for me and I get a GM discount. Ford Crewcab Longbed you get 48gal, Ram same configuration has a 50 gal option FIINALY!. There are aftermarket company's that offer larger fuel tanks for diesel trucks but the gas guys are just outta luck and I see a lot of guys switching to gas because of the high buy in, fuel cost and upkeep on the diesel platform. JUST SAYEN.

[@billn911]

Bought a cowboy hat after watching this since a new Duramax is priced out of this universe.

[@dundonrl]

My issues with different trailers, you can't compare various vehicles (how one does to another) that way!

[@WheresHerb]

Not only a boost gauge but also a gear indicator. I like knowing the boost pressure and what gear I'm in.

[@demuntresmith6666]

With to price need to come from factory with it

[@MrTruckTV]

Good ideas

[@bradenconway9066]

Wish i could afford one of these but my 09 duramax will pull anything and everything I’ve put behind it including a gooseneck flat deck that weighs 7000lbs itself and then a 1600 gallon water tank on too full and probably 2500lbs of spray and a chem handler. Probably weighs 23-24000lbs and it can handle it very well.

[@NWI_Steel]

115k for that toy hauler My god lol

[@roadglide1142]

$100,000 trucks pulling $100,000 Toyhaulers ? Omg 😳 😮I’ll stick to my tent 🏕️ in the woods 😊😂.

[@jflowers090]

We need a legit recession/depression... who's affording these trucks? We need a good reset financially

[@timsmothers8740]

Financial Jubilee is Coming, the Slate will be wiped Clean. I,like to look at the cost numbers in how many Ounces of Gold does it take to purchase the Truck and the 5th wheel and it is quite surprising. And I'm with everyone on what a Great way to start a Saturday, watching Mr Truck and Mr Trailer running The Gauntlet. And The Government will have to install charging stations 🚉 Every ¼ Mile along IKE for That person who thinks that Electric is going to displace The ICE. We saw how well the EV did when they had The Lightning. And hoorah for the hat's!

[@issaviic]

Nice truck but can't really be the ultimate without a panoramic sunroof. Looks like the same roof my 2003 suburban has 🤦🏿

[@billroach2393]

Suggestion... When measuring the height difference between trailer attached and not, you really should be measuring from a fixed point, such as the bottom of the wheel rim. Measuring as you do now, is affected by how much the tires compress too. Measuring to somewhere like the bottom of the wheel or the center of the wheel, will give you an accurate number of the SUSPENSION change only. People who fit heavier duty tires, won't suffer from as much tire squish

[@masonthomas9671]

This is an older comment but I think if they measured space to the bump stop, before and after, it would match up with what you are saying

[@scottyellis3442]

Love these tests, Mr. Truck 1 & 2 are such a great team together. And the editing of these reviews are spot on. Great job in front & behind the cameras. 👍🏻👍🏻 No way would I ever pay $95,000.00 for any vehicle.

[@Danman1972]

That set up with SxS is likely well over 1/4 million dollars rolling down the road. That is like 4 times what I paid for my first house only 20ish years ago! Straight nuts. That said... If I could throw that kind of cash on that I would, but that is "above my pay grade".

[@scottyellis3442]

@@Danman1972 me either, but I was just talking about the truck being $95,000. And we'll over my paid grade too, and even if it wasn't I still couldn't see paying 1/4 million for that.

[@Dive-Bar-Casanova]

When you're trading in a vehicle worth $75.000.00, it's an easy decision.

[@Danman1972]

Current truck has that paid for option, but 275K. Runs fine and takes care of what I need currently. Won't tow like a 2500 though.

[@NWI_Steel]

​@Danny Compton funny you say that, I was calculating that in my head too as I was watching, thinking 250k rolling down the road, twice as much as I paid for my house in 2012 lol

[@Vince.sharp.guy007]

All I can think is “that sun roof is a joke”

[@Wellh0wrya]

Another truck 90% of the middle class can’t afford …sweet

[@robedmund9948]

6.6 Gasser with the 10-speed, please, towing a similar rig. Most people don't need a diesel any more.

[@HMuny55]

Mr. Truck and Andre on the Ike...... one of the best things on KZbin

[@MrTruckTV]

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[@NWI_Steel]

❤ me some Saturday morning Ike!

[@GotronFerret]

I love how they "fixed" the mismatched trim color piece from the 1500. Having a dark vader chrome grill and a bright shiny chrome lower trim piece is just lazy... and it looks cheap. Not to mention the other original chrome trim that was ignored (and still is). The 2500 is MUCH better with a matching grill. Hopefully they fix that on the 1500. As crazy as it sounds, it's the main thing keeping me from buying a 1500 Denali Ultimate. Although I may just say "screw it" and get a 2500. Too bad it doesn't fit in the garage. :(

[@shannonyork5300]

So why not use the Cruise Control for the entire up-hill and down-hill test? That would remove the "human error" of, for example, not keeping it at 60 mph in the up-hill segment. Cheers,

[@charlesc5983]

Everyone on my truck Facebook pages are complaining about their trucks squatting so much and it’s because of the placement of the fifth wheel hitch behind the axle. You need to stay on them about this .

[@paulmadkow9143]

The inside of these RV trailers look like the inside of an ambulance. Yuk.

[@Dive-Bar-Casanova]

My only question is do they feel the increased power with the 2024 DMAX engine? Our will be delivered next week.

[@aloharover5980]

Curious do you guys test trucks from dealers or private party. I just picked up my 23 F350 with the standard 6.7. It has a 4400lb load capacity, 7250 rear axle weight. 23000lb goose neck rating. Very interested to see how the new Fords do on the Ike

[@LyfovRyan51]

Awesome combination of truck & trailer. Could easily live in it as I live in a 24 foot caravan & tow it with a 79 series Toyota Landcruiser V8 Ute in New Zealand. I enjoy the Ike gauntlet posts.

[@nickfruge5639]

Love how 2 3/4” squat is “GOOD!” for this GMC; however, 3 1/2” squat on the Chevy was “not all that great,” with noticeably more tongue weight (the load was definitely too far in front of the trailer axles). I mean keep the rating at least a little more consistent…. Mechanically, the trucks are LITERALLY identical…. Only difference is, the Ultimate is actually a tad bit heavier. PS: I know I’m being way too analytical 🤷‍♂️