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RE: Lincoln Navigator as a TV
Thanks for the input. From what I have read, the 6-speed trans started in '05. Not sure what year I am looking for just yet, but a guy has put a deposit on my truck:( not sure if I want to sell.
I had an Expedition that the air ride would let out every time the truck turned off, then pump back up when started back up. Is this still the case?
Also, on the '07 and newer Navigator, how do you like the automatic running boards?
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davisenvy
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04/17/13 10:32am |
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Lincoln Navigator as a TV
I'm thinking about selling my 07 Duramax CC and getting into a Lincoln Navigator. I sold my 36ft Keystone Sprinter and am getting tired of driving this big truck as my DD.
I am planning on getting another TT, probably around 4500lbs dry. Can someone that has experience towing with this vehicle comment on this set up? How does it tow? I only camp 5 or 6 times a year. More interested in towing characteristics. Do you feel safe or do you have to work at towing.
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davisenvy
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04/15/13 12:47pm |
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RE: Anyone have experience with a G-Force chip?
My truck is currently "chipped" and I would avoid this company like the plague. There are more reputable companies out there. $69, 30hp, and 5+ mpg sounds too good to be true.
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davisenvy
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03/26/13 02:03pm |
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RE: used TV pricing guides -- which do you use?
NADA is the book that bank use.
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davisenvy
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03/25/13 06:49pm |
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RE: non-OEM tire size on used 2500HD I'm considering
That is a very popular tire size to put on those trucks. I had that size on my duramax for over 80k miles without issue. If they are worn, that gives you the chance to put what you want on the truck. Its also a bargaining chip if they need replacing.
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davisenvy
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03/24/13 06:48am |
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RE: Tundra to 3/4 ton-- thinking about it, advice please
I have an '07 LBZ Crew 4x4 and absolutely love it. My buddy has a 2012 Tundra Crew 4x4 and it is a nice truck. We take turns pulling my 4500lb bowfishing boat and there is a definite difference between the two trucks. I think my seats are more comfortable and tows much, much better.
1. If you go from a Tundra to a LBZ Duramax you will not regret it all if finaces permit.
2. If finances permit, I would definitely do it.
3. Stock at 65 I get around 17-18 hwy, but I am running 35" tires. I cringe when it is my buddies turn to pull the boat. Gas mileage is a good bit worse than Dmax.
4. 93k miles and only problem was a chirping exhaust bracket ($50). My leather still looks great, paint is flawless.
5. Not sure about stopping, but the brake system on the 2500's are pretty beefy
6. 2500 fits my needs, not sure about yours. Don't think the 3500 single axle has that much more payload.
7. The ride will be a little more bumpy if the roads aren't good, but I think the seats are more comfortable in the GM trucks. More noise, but the purr of the diesel is worth it.
8. My truck has held its value incredibly well. The market is high for good diesels now. Again its your money.
9. You are talking about an LBZ Duramax. I absolutely love my truck in every way.
I think you have the best half ton on the market and are considering the best 3/4 ton on the market. I drive mine daily and love my truck.
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davisenvy
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03/23/13 02:53pm |
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RE: New Muffler
Your punctuation is confusing. Anyways, I had Flowmasters 40 series on a 4.6L Mustang. They would drone so bad at 70mph I couldn't talk on my cell phone. I switched to Magnaflow, but now sure which series. It was a much more mellow tone instead of the exhaust popping Flowmasters. I recommend watching some youtube videos and see what you can come up with.
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davisenvy
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03/22/13 11:32am |
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RE: Gauges
Does anyone on here actually USE the torque pro software and a tablet or smartphone. How about the Edge or a similar product. It would be nice to get some real world feedback from actual users on what thay have and how they use it.
It seems to me that the Edge CTS/CS and torque products are similar in how they work. Both plug into the OBD port so both get their info from the same source in the same manner. The Edge products are a little more user specific in that they are a dedicated use computer. So then it really boils down to the software each one uses. Gauges might be more aesthetically pleasing (depending on how they are mounted)but if you mounted all the physical gauges the Edge is capable of displaying the cost would be significant not to mention the clutter due to all the gauges.
I have the Edge CTS Insight mounted on my dash just below my radio on my Duramax 2500. I tow a 11,000lb TT. I was going to get the 3 pillar gauges, but the CTS just made more sense. I got way more for the money. I did have to install my own EGT probe, but the rest is already there. I installed a back up camera ($12 ebay), can read DTC codes, injector balance rates, alarm goes of when going over a set parameter, and tons more.
Not my truck, but exactly where I have mine mounted. (one with red interior lights)
http://www.duramaxforum.com/forum/interior/150610-edge-cts-mounting-spots-3.html
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davisenvy
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03/16/13 07:10am |
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RE: Gauges
On the Edge CTS you can monitor up to 9 parameters at one time.
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davisenvy
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03/15/13 04:30pm |
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RE: Gauges
Not the EGT. I installed the probe.
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davisenvy
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03/15/13 07:21am |
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RE: Gauges
Edge CTS can monitor over 21 different parameters in your truck. It can also read codes, be used as a back up camera and more for $300. It plugs into your OBDII port. You won't get 3 pillar gauges that cheap.
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davisenvy
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03/15/13 05:11am |
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RE: Duramax best towing speed for best MPG?
I find that 65mph is the magic number towing or empty. I get 12.5mpg towing my 11k lb TT and 21mpg hwy empty.
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davisenvy
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02/27/13 09:28am |
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RE: 06 Dodge Cummins to an 06 Duramax LLY
The Duramax will hold its value better if you decide you want to get rid of it....which you most likely won't.:)
http://www.duramaxdieselspecs.com/duramax_vin.html
Use this link to clear up what engine went with what truck.
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davisenvy
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02/21/13 03:03pm |
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RE: 2004 Ford Ranger (Not trolling, really)
I found this on MSN Autos
XLT Long Bed 2WD
Passenger Volume (cu. ft.) No data
Cargo Volume (cu. ft.) No data
Standard Towing (lb.) 4145
Maximum Towing (lb.) 4145
Standard Payload (lb.) 1240
Maximum Payload (lb.) 1560
Standard GVWR (lb.) 4380
Maximum GVWR (lb.) 4720
Fuel Capacity
XLT SuperCab 4WD - 493A
Passenger Volume (cu. ft.) No data
Cargo Volume (cu. ft.) No data
Standard Towing (lb.) 3155
Maximum Towing (lb.) 5620
Standard Payload (lb.) 1260
Maximum Payload (lb.) 1560
Standard GVWR (lb.) 5140
Maximum GVWR (lb.) 5320
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davisenvy
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02/19/13 06:45am |
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RE: Towing TT without weight bars or sway control
I was thinking of a Heartland Model: WD 2350 BH.
GVWR 6,900 lbs
Dry Weight 4,395 lbs
Hitch Weight 429 lbs
Width 8' 0"
Height 11' 2"
Length 27' 9"
I'm tired of hauling around a 36ft 12k lb Keystone Sprinter. I'm going for ease of use. I'm sick of messing with the greasy weight bars. I'm OK with putting on a friction type sway bar, but the weight bars drove me nuts. I was always sweating every time I got done hooking up or unhooking. Not to mention if it was raining.
Would just a sway bar help the concerns of those that think I do need weight bars? And I don't care what people at gas stations think about my set up. If they don't like it, they are free to keep their distance from me.
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davisenvy
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02/08/13 06:03am |
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RE: Towing TT without weight bars or sway control
I upgraded the stock round bar hitch with a DrawTite square bar. The tag says 12,000 w/o weight bars and 15,000 with. I know the hitch will hold the set up I'm looking at. It's weight is very close to my boats. But we all know towing boats and TT's are different. Was just curious of the towing characteristics without the weight bars and sway control.
I like being able to hook up and just go...like hooking up to my boat.
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davisenvy
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02/07/13 09:31am |
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Towing TT without weight bars or sway control
I recently sold my Sprinter to get into a smaller TT. The Sprinter was nice, but just too big. I'm looking into a smaller TT around 25ft long and 4500lbs. I have a 2007 GMC Sierra Classic 2500HD Crew Cab 4x4 with Duramax diesel. Could I comfortably tow this size TT without using weight bars or sway control? How about sway control, but no weight bars? I would love to hear from others that have done this or are doing this with a similar set up.
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davisenvy
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02/07/13 08:05am |
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RE: Looking into either a 6.4 or 6.7 DRW Super Duty from gasser
I always love these posts that have all the ford experts that dont drive fords...lol
OP...i had a08 6.4, almost 100k miles with zero issues, traded so i could get a crew cab. The 6.4 in stock form was poor on fuel, after the tuner and things fell off i would get high 17's on the highway.
Currently my 6.7 gets about the same 17 mpg highway, stock form, it uses def instead of injecting diesel into the DPF. I have just over 42k miles zero issues and love the truck, but it is a financial burden if you are like me and stick to the service schedule. 250/350 srw are not much differnt, same tires and axles, just the rear spring packs on the 350 have overloads.
As somoene mentioned if you dont need big power check out the 6.2 gasser.
I always love all these post from ford experts that suggest going with a gasser instead of a ford diesel...lol:B
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davisenvy
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02/06/13 10:24am |
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RE: Looking into either a 6.4 or 6.7 DRW Super Duty from gasser
2010 F250 supercrew with the cruise set on 62 across Kansas got a hand calculated 15.6mpg with 2 240lb dirt bikes in the bed. Around town it gets around 11.5 or so.
Do yourself a favor and drive a Chevy or Dodge before you pull the trigger.
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davisenvy
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02/06/13 06:46am |
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RE: 4wd usefulness
Add a mountain side to that snow and tell me if you're going up or down it in a 2wd. Some folks need it, some don't. A 2wd couldn't make it out or in my driveway in the snow.
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davisenvy
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02/04/13 11:47am |
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