Any thoughts on the new GM 6.6l

[Jason]

In the new truck market. I was looking at the new Silverado 2500HD with the 6.6L motor and 6-speed tranny. I actually love the simplicity of the system ( I think). The older I get, the fewer "extra's" I want. I am sick of working on all the electrical systems that break in cars.

So, any experience with the 6.6?

[-HIC-]

You will not get away from electronics in anything new. The 6.6 is more complex than the 6.0 it replaces and I did not notice a huge gain in power. The one I rode in had a work truck bed and tools so not sure how much that impacted it. My cousin has several in his fleet and they 'have no balls' according to him.

[wdixon]

We have sold several (GMC) and haven't seen any issues yet. I have driven only 2500s with a 6.0 since 2007 and will go to the 6.6 when I buy again.

[Jason]

Thanks for the info. I understand all the new cars today are electronically loaded. I was just trying to get away from as much of dfm stuff as I can. I am sure it's great when it works, but 17 gajillion ways to shut off valves in the engine scares me long term.

Is the 6 speed transmission fairly solid? I know it's not great for MPG, but will it last?

[Dale Moser]

It's definitely NOT the 6.0, there is much more noticeable power. I liked the way the transmission felt, but I didn't pull anything with it. The one I bought is W/T trim also, so not sure on any of the other stuff.

I also bought a F550 with ford's new 7.3L gas motor and the 10spd. I was very impressed with it too, but it's got really low gears, so it was tough to compare.

I'm a Chevrolet guy, and I havn't test driven a truck since I bought my 1st new one in '99. But when I get out of this last diesel, I'm gonna spend 1/2 a day in the Chevy, and 1/2 a day in the Ford, and buy the one I like best.

[alec73065]

I like mine and have had it about 6 months. I pull a 41' fifth wheel and had enough power to pass a couple of vehicles when needed. I am very happy with mine . Towing has been a breeze in all of the road conditions I have encountered so far. Pulled it to Canton TX , Galveston and Austin from Tomball. The canton trip was high winds and had no issues at all .