MY 2024 GMC Sierra AT4 review. My last TWO trucks were LEMONS!!!
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- Опубліковано 28 вер 2024
- Diving deep into a comprehensive review of my 2024 GMC Sierra AT4, powered by the 3.0 Duramax diesel. After dealing with two back-to-back lemons, I finally feel like I own a truck that I can truly love.
I’ll walk you through everything that makes this Sierra stand out, from its bold exterior design to the luxurious interior comfort. But what really sets this truck apart is the powertrain. The 3.0 Duramax diesel has been a game-changer, offering impressive performance and reliability.
Join me as I share my personal experience with this truck, detailing what makes it different from the lemons of my past. Whether you’re considering a GMC Sierra AT4 or just love truck reviews, this one is packed with insights and honest opinions you won’t want to miss.
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I've lived your story, bro.. I went from a 2021 King Ranch Powerboost with nothing but problems (AC and Transmission issues) to a 2021 LT Trailboss with the 5.3 V8 with the 10 speed... I've beat the crap out of this truck 25k miles and just changing oil and rotating tires.. Also did a AFM disabler. 100% reliability so far, you're gonna love this truck. I didn't want the diesel because I do a ton of idling and short trips. I knew I would run into issues with that! Keep up the good videos! 🤙
Wow that’s wild. I will be interested to see how the diesel works for me because I WILL idle from time to time if I need to stop and take work calls and I will short trip it but I take super good care of my stuff maintenance-wise. I really wanted to try the diesel and we shall see how this experiment goes lol.
What’s wrong with idling the diesel?
@@James-t3c really idling any motor regardless of fuel isn’t ideal but with diesel you can get some fuel dilution with un-burned diesel getting past the rings and can mix with the oil. I think you would have to do a TON of idling to make that an issue. Idling also can be a problem with the DPF and EGR systems. Diesels like to be under load so when it’s idling it isn’t running at peak efficiency so it’s producing more soot. I’m not overly worried about it and will idle from time to time but it’s important to know.
I had both the 6.2 and now a 3.0 LZO on my 2023 Sierra Denali. You are so right, the 3.0 is a great everyday driver. And I LOVE the MPGs vs the 6.2. In mixed driving I avg 27mpg….and I drive fast. Only once have I missed the horsepower and that was high speed passing on a two lane road.
GM should put a switch in the hitch receiver that locks out the step portion of the tailgate to avoid it hitting the hitch.
I know there is an aftermarket solution for that but I am not sure of any GM accessories for it. I agree though.
@@Thewaldo12345 GM has a the feature already where you can lock the top part of the tailgate from coming down and smacking the hitch receiver. I think you have to hold both buttons for a certain amount of time and it will like it in place from flipping down.
@@nabatron21 Just hold down the upper button until the taillights flash. It's handy!
Agree on all points. I have a 2023 AT4 1500 Duramax with almost 12,000 miles and it’s been great. I don’t tow anymore so I can’t comment on that aspect. I did upgrade the suspension though and I think you should consider doing what I did. I added the Bilstein 6112 coilovers and Cognito UCAs to the front along with the Bilstein 5100s in the rear. Great ride and much more capable than the Ranchos.
I used the scheduled remote starts on my F150 everyday in the winter. I leave for the gym same time every day, scheduled remote start is great
I've had 3 , 6.6 liter GM since 09. I downsized to a 3.0 liter in June 2024. It's now in dealer for the 4th week waiting for a new motor. PO S.,T
Who needs programmable remote starts? Someone who lives in a cold climate and wants a warm truck in the morning when they leave for work.
@@troystuckey3532 or a hot climate that wants it cooled down when they leave for work.
@@troystuckey3532 I grew up in Buffalo and now live in Phoenix. VERY familiar with both hot and cold and have never met a single person who didn’t park within range of their house who couldn’t use their key fob to start the car 10 minutes before they left the house. It’s WAY more of a risk for someone accidentally parking the car in the garage, forgetting about the scheduled start, and accidentally killing their family than it is a useful feature. That’s just my opinion. Now it makes WAY more sense if we’re talking EV’s.
Why would you complain about something that provides a benefit to some and it is free. FordPass costs nothing. Can you say the same about the GM app? Last time I checked GM charges for the privilege to use their app to remote start.
@@troystuckey3532 Im not complaining I'm just saying that auto locking while walking away is FAR more useful than scheduled remote starts and scheduled locking at night would be far more practical with thieves door checking every neighborhood in America. I think scheduled starting is incredibly dangerous in terms of a spouse not realizing you have it enabled and moving the car into the garage. It solves for a problem that didn't exist since remote start on key fobs has been around for decades while creating new problems that are potentially fatal.
In terms of apps, truth be told, the FordPass App is trash. It was great in 2021, then they updated it and removed a ton of useful features like the trailer light checking. With GM, the app is free for 3 years then it goes to $14.99 a month which is also trash BUT, I will just use the key fob to remote start my truck, and I no longer need to panic check my app to make sure I locked my doors before I fall asleep because my truck does it for me. I do NOT need an app for everything in life and my car is one of those things. This is coming from a guy who is a professional title includes "technical solutions" who lives and breathes technology.
These are of course just opinions and everyone is entitled to theirs BUT I think I would prefer smarter engineered products that eliminate the need altogether for one more app on my phone that is desperately seeking attention and personal data to sell.
Fair enough.
Excellent review the camera view for off road is something I didn’t know and the white is growing on me between that and the black
Thanks I appreciate that. I LOVE the black too but I also love being able to go through crappy car washes and don't want to deal with the swirl marks. My take is that a truck to me needs to be able to get dirty and clean quickly without fear of babying paint and white is the easiest to maintain in that regard.
I have a 2023 F150 King Ranch Powerboost. It's a lease because I wanted to wait to see what interest rate were going to do. I love my truck but I have had issues with my last F150 and i'm using this time to shop for my next truck because I plan on running my next truck until it's dead. After seeing your reaction to your new truck and doing some research on the 3.0L, I think I might have to go GM. While most reviews put the GM trucks in last place it seems as though the sum of it's parts makes it a great vehicle. Also I'm worried about electrical gremlins coming up after my warranty expires with a powerboost. Seems like for the money I can get everything I want and reliability cheaper with GM than I can with the others.
Premium fuel is recommended which to me meant not required so I’ve been using regular unleaded (87) since I bought my AT 4. I have 10k miles and no issues. I asked my dealer if using 87 octane would affect my warranty and they said no. Anybody else doing what I’m doing? Mine is the 6.2L V8 btw
If you have hotspot on your phone you can have the truck use your phones wifi and use the google maps in the truck.
I run 34s on my 2022 sierra and no issues
What rear gears do you have and what powertrain?
@@GearsGadgets 5.3 and with a 10 speed transmission. 3.23 gears. Went with the nitto ridge grapplers. So far 15k miles on them and they are great
Mines been in the shop with the 3.0 LZO twice in 5k miles for emissions failures
Oh that's no good. Do you know what specifically has failed and how long was it in the shop each time for?
@@GearsGadgets Yes, first a gen code P0172 ended up being a bad lower nox sensor. Second time P22B6, P2627 & P2C63 -> not sure yet at this time, went in on Friday, seems emissions related again. My guess a pinched harness from fixing the first? Literally drove home, to the store and threw the code at less than 80 miles from getting it back. I did spot some oil on the underside of the air duct from the filter past the MAF sensor, maybe a leaking PCV? Not sure if its related or not. Rest of the bay is dry as a bone.
whole day for the first one for diagnosis; 7am till 4.30pm fix seemed to take 15-20min
They read the notes from my oil find, seems to be a leaking intake manifold, on back order and could take 3 weeks plus. They say it should be fine to drive :/ they were about to put another nox sensor in it
I see your trade-in value is $3,172... did you sell your Ford outright and use a motorcycle or something as the trade-in?
@@RoadReality that was what was left after my Ford loan was paid off.
@@GearsGadgets Oh, HAHA, that totally makes sense... not sure why I didn't of that!
Just use ur phone’s hotspot to use google maps
Junk
@@jamesmoore2007 what do you recommend
@@GearsGadgets he's just jealous because he's still driving his mommies Honda Civic! 💯
I have the Trail Boss with the 3.0l. Great all round Truck with awesome mpg's.
@@nlken7175 me as well. Love it so far
How many miles do you have on it?
For the tailgate, you can lock out the upper gate by pressing and holding the button until the taillights flash (10-15 seconds). I use the compatible B&W hitch, but would have saved the money had I known about the lockout option. Once I install the hitch, I lockout the upper tailgate.
That is good info, I have seen the B&W hitch but I am not really interested because storing hitches on trucks long term with a locking hitch pin can lead to a seized up hitch pin. Several years ago I spent MANY hours trying to cut off a seized up hitch pin without damaging my truck and it was a NIGHTMARE. With how expensive these hitches are, I wouldn't dream of keeping one on the truck without a locking hitch pin. So with that, I will stick with my Weigh Safe hitch. The trick of locking the tailgate step is great advice, I will just have to make that part of my routine when I put the hitch on, to lock out the tailgate. One more step but if I make it part of the routine, it shouldn't be too hard to commit to memory. Thanks for the info.
My 21 F150 got stolen…I just bought that exact truck same color with 17k miles and am waiting delivery. I have been worried if I would miss some of the Ford features. I feel less worried now… I loved my F150, but wanted something different. Was worried I would compare a new Ford to my 21.. So again reason for changing brands.. But the real reason for the switch is the diesel. I have heard nothing but good things about the diesel, and I don’t need to race around. My last worry was my F150 would tow my 7500 lb trailer up any hill at any speed, it pulled like a monster. I am hoping I’m not disappointed by the towing of the AT4. The diesel is more than premium in California so that’s a drag.
Why would you not load a motorcycle in your truck? I load dirtbikes in my lariat powerboost 5.5' bed all the time corner to corner tailgate closed tiedowns to footpegs
Who else is here from Roman Atwood’s channel?
@@otbroy1990 I’m sitting on a plane in Dallas. Did the adhesive remover make it on a video?
@@GearsGadgets yes
Thanks for the great though review! I test drove one back in May. Loved it. A coworker recommended it then, but now he is back peddling because of maintenance cost because it’s getting up in miles and something to do with it going into limp mode. Great review! GMC should pay $$$ you!
I saw you sent Roman Atwood some stuff to clean his Laundry Mat. YOu just got a subscription.
I'm here because of Roman Atwood. Every time he promotes a UA-cam channel. I subscribe.
Enjoy your new truck, looks great! It's kinda funny I just traded a 2017 Ram 2500 CTD for a 2024 F150 XLT Powerboost. I have been in diesel pickups since 1998 (7 Cummins powered and 2 Ecodiesels) , this is the first gas truck I have ever owned and I am really enjoying it. I was a little concerned about the low RPM power with the gas/electric powertrain of the Powerboost but after running it several thousand miles off roading and pulling down hung up trees after a storm I'll have to say I am very happy with the power delivery of the F150 powerboost engine.
Yeah the Powerboost is no slouch, it's an interesting powertrain where the electric power delivers low end torque and the twin turbo V6 gives you the high end horsepower. I wish I had a better experience with my Ford but it was just a reliability nightmare for me to the point I found myself stressing over any little oddity that came up during a drive. I just couldn't trust it long term.
@@GearsGadgets I hope Ford has the Powerboost figured out by now. So far mine has been good. I took a month long trip Through Montana, Wyoming and Utah with my powerboost and put on about 5000 miles on it and a substantial amount of the miles were off road. That usually brings out problems if there are any. Time will tell. I'm sure if you let your new 3.0L Diesel fully regen when it needs to and put fresh def in it when the tank is low you won't have any real issues. The exhaust after treatment systems tend to be the most problematic with the modern diesel offerings as I'm sure you know.
My 2022 powerboost is at 15k miles with no issues. 🤞hoping it stays that way. Towes my 9k camper like a dream.
I have a buddy who I’ve sent your videos to before tell me to RUN from GM because apparently there’s a TON of people having problems. He said his truck has been into Chevy 13 weeks this year, less than 12k miles. Are you worried about having those issues as well?
@@jsisson you might get a lemon you might not just buy what you like and hope for the best
I am worried with every brand anymore because I think they are all indiscriminately atrocious at taking care of customers and fixing problems but in terms of this truck, no I’m not worried until I have a reason to be. As a UA-camr you could put out a positive video about an interaction you had with the Pope and you will inherently draw the eyes and a comment from the guy who he was a jerk to in middle school. All of these brands have horror stories.
I watched all his old videos on his 2015 GMC "my truck won't stop shaking" and thought long and hard before buying my 2018 z71 Crew cab 6.2 Sierra SLT. My truck has had zero issues and has been great. It's just the luck of the draw.
Your buddy isn't wrong. Mine has been a nightmare. Trend after trend on these Chevrolets. Good luck to all on these new trucks.
B&W makes a hitch that works with that tail gate it’s not cheap but a must have I love the hitch and the tailgate !!
That is good info, I have seen the B&W hitch but I am not really interested because storing hitches on trucks long term with a locking hitch pin can lead to a seized up hitch pin. Several years ago I spent MANY hours trying to cut off a seized up hitch pin without damaging my truck and it was a NIGHTMARE. With how expensive these hitches are, I wouldn't dream of keeping one on the truck without a locking hitch pin.
If you going short distances consider putting your truck in L to shift manually which will allow you to keep your rpm's up where it can complete the reg also.
Oh thats a good idea but I haven't really had any issues just driving the truck for an extra 10 minutes when a regen kicks on. Usually it happens when I am driving far enough for the cycle to complete without any inconvenience, a few times I have had to drive around the block (large suburb block) to let it complete. Hasn't been a huge deal.
Found your channel about the time you bought your current AT4. I have to say I really enjoy your perspective and the new truck!
Awesome, thank you!
Is the diesel better than gas
I;l check back in with yah after 2025🤷♂️
@@user-se5zz3yj9c I will be here to share the good, the bad, and the ugly. You better come back, I will keep the lights on for you.
275-70r18. Speedo is still dead on and my general grabbers are 33.2 inches or something like that.
They screw up the diesels with this nonsense
With what nonsense?
Connect your phone as a hotspot for the truck’s (Wi-Fi) data to use the google features.
@daniejw This is what I'm doing. Using my cellphones hotspot as a datasource for the truck I still have access to in in built Google maps, Google Assistant, off line maps and the speed limit sign in the HUD. The only downside is I get a message on the infotainment screen to enroll in a data plan every time I start the truck
That is a good idea, but with Apple CarPlay, I am not entirely sure what value having my truck connected to data really has anyhow. I think the Google Maps are super clean and I love the integration of Google, but with CarPlay and Android Auto, I am just not sure if there is a real need for any of it.
@GearsGadgets the advantage for me is the speed limit sign in the HUD and the DIC.
I have a 2015 6.2 chevy, great power. Sucks the fuel but one thing with it is the fuel management system. It fails, can chip it and shut it off but it will still fail. Will probably have someone delete it since its out of warranty but to do it right it be 5-6k. With that diesel only thing im scared of is the oil pump belt. Have heard some duramax 3.0 burning exsessive amount def and oil in the first gen durmax but there is a service bulletin for it to fix it and its not bad to do so.
The other downside to the tailgate is when loading. I've knocked mine out of alignment on my 2500 Denali when a folk lift adjusting the pallet on the folks.
GM and Ford trucks here for 45 yrs......... leased and purchased..........business and personal use. Had great luck with all of them. Best of luck with your new Sierra Dan.
I have the same truck and my last 2 F-150s 2022 and 2023 were both lemons and repurchased by FORD
I have 3.0 in 2020 my average mpg 26.6 best in 50 miles is 35. It has over 72,000 miles on it. Love driving it.
Sorry to ask, but did you ever get your old truck shake fixed?
I'd be curious about seat comfort after 2-4hr road trip, or even 10-12 hrs. Those are typical lengths I'm in a vehicle for when traveling. Even my daily commute is 45 minutes.
I will absolutely do a video after I run a long trip on the seats. It might even be a dedicated video with how often it’s mentioned.
I did back to back 700 mile highway runs and didn't have any issues with seat comfort.
Same here, granted I have a 21 GMC 2500 AT4 but I’m pretty sure they’re the same seats. Several 8-12 hour road trips, never had any discomfort. Wife or kids haven’t complained either.
I have two. 45K on my work truck and my wife has a Yukon with 25k that we use for family road trips. I have a brand new F350 King Ranch with their upgraded seats. The GMC seats are better and I am a Ford guy. I love these new GMCs and wish I would have bought a new GMC 3500.
@@MrJRD2009their different starting in 2023.
I'm interested in one of these pickups and I'd love to see someone try an aeroleaf suspension.
I’m planning on ordering a AT4 Yukon and AT4 2500
1500 mile review, I think that’s considered long term for the latest gen GM trucks. If you want quality the closest truck to that right now is the Coyote 5.0 but that said no new trucks are great. High price, low value, the 3.0 Duramax will show its true colours yet.
Coming from the Ford, I had SO many issues with quality and a transmission replacement at 30,000 miles that I couldn't care less how great the 5.0 is. The way Ford handles their warranty repair work is so lazy I got really tired of paying a lot for a truck that lived at Ford Service. I did plenty of research on these 3.0 LZ0 Duramax motors and I have yet to find ANYONE reporting any serious issues aside from some oil consumption during break-in (I haven't experienced it) so if you could provide some details, it would be appreciated. If I have any issues with the Duramax, I will share the same way I did with my Ford because I have no brand loyalty with trucks these days.
you think the eco boost would have been different if your truck wasn’t the power boost. I get it’s the same power train, but adding that electric motor is what’s different. Do you think a normal ecoboost would have been a good truck
Its possible although one of the issues I had with the Powerboost was a defective EGR cooler which I believe is still part of the Ecoboost so it may have still happened on an Ecoboost as well so who knows. I do love the Ecoboost powertrain in terms of power and did get used to not having a V8 but one thing I will say is getting a little more deep "truck" sound out of this inline 6 duramax has been appreciated.
Change oil and filter at 5k or 20% religiously and you'll be fine. Dealer ACdelco oil and filter is fine, don't waste money on the designer brands. I also change my fuel filter every 10k just because, it's cheap and easy DIY. I used to run HotShots EDT, but got extremely tired of the leaking bottles and never remembering to bring my factory cap-less funnel (I don't leave it in my truck because it stinks). The EDT did make a difference with the local discount station fuel near my home, but I've found that driving across town to Shell and getting their bio-blend without using the EDT gives me the same results. The discount fuel alone definitely produced more soot. I'm going to give Archoil a try simply because their bottle has a cap-less spout. I just want to have in case I'm on a trip and have to get some unknown quality fuel. Otherwise I'm just sticking to the Shell for my regular fill-ups.
I have been running Diesel Kleen in mine, haven't tried any other additives yet. That is good advice on the oil changes and fuel filters. I plan on keeping up on that stuff. I was usually pretty good about oil changes in vehicles before but never really stressed about the oil life getting closer to 0%. I think with the diesel I will be far more intentional with frequency as you said which isn't really a big deal. Appreciate the insight.
just watching to validate my purchase! Will you be doing an install vid on the banks and running boards? Those the 2 upgrades I plan on doing soon for 2024 at4x. I enjyoy your practical approach to builds and mods, keep it up!
lol I can respect the validation. I will be doing an install video on the running boards. The Banks iDash is a really easy install, I might do a video on it but it's pretty basic so I'm not sure if there is enough there to make a video on. I do think both upgrades are great though. The running board video should be coming in the next week or so.
I don’t care for the digital rear view. It bothers my eyes to go from looking out the windshield to up close to the mirror screen. With the regular mirror it has the same depth as looking out the window.
Duplicate comment but fair in terms of depth of field
If you look up the miata tire size calculator, you can figure out a tire size to get close to your factory size and it will have very little change on your speedometer. Off by factions of a percent. No need to recalibrate. If you really need to, you could probably have GM recalibrate your speedometer
I was reading that GM won't even recalibrate these new Global B Architecture trucks
Hey man, great job on your videos. I found you when you had your powerboost, interesting to see you make the switch. The new truck looks great. When you do the plates underneath, I think you should do another mpg test. Would be cool to see how it affects it.
Appreciate the kind words. I think I will do another MPG test with the plates. I know trucks lose a lot of efficiency from turbulent air underneath so it will be interesting to see if smoothing it out helps matters.
I don’t care for the digital rear view. It bothers my eyes to go from looking out the windshield to up close to the mirror screen. With the regular mirror it has the same depth as looking out the window.
It certainly had a little adjustment period to get used to it being a screen vs a mirror but I made the adjustment within minutes and now I don't even notice it being "different" but the value of having a clear view of what is behind you without having passengers, cargo, or mirror adjustments impacting line of sight is REALLY nice. Thats just my opinion, my wife isn't a fan.
Hey bud, if you hold the button on the tailgate for 3 seconds, he will deactivate so you don’t have to hit the tailgate with your hitch just a reminder because I have the same truck you have
But if it deactivates, then I can't use the step when the hitch is not installed?
Pretty sure with a Banks IDash you can change the tire size for speed correction. Also the iDash is a great tool for the 3.0.
Not with these new Global B architecture ECU's
Not a fan of new trucks/cars. All the tech make them more of a pain and unreliable.
I am not sure I agree with the unreliability thing, I think unreliability comes from lack of QA/QC more than it does tech. Touchscreen radios began becoming more common in cars around the late 2000's and you would hear a ton of "thats going to break" and over 20 years later, I have never known someone who had to replace broken hardware. NOW that said, my 2021 F-150 had an APIM failure which impacted the display but it was replaced under warranty and was fine. That to me is more of a quality control issue than it is a longevity or reliability issue. I think the AT4 trim has all of the tech I want, and none that I don't. A real sweet spot for me.
The napa 12v air compressor will solve your air up problems. The I dash is a great tool for any vehicle. I think you can change your tire size with it also.
The iDash doesn't do tire size programming with the new GM vehicles on the Global B architecture. It has everything locked down to the point I hear the dealers can't even do the size changes anymore.
@@GearsGadgets my wife almost pulled the trigger on a white canyon AT4 today it was a very nice truck that she really doesn’t need.
Pretty sure with a Banks IDash you can change the tire size for speed correction. Also the iDash is a great tool with the 3.0.
@@danquenell the iDash is not a programmer. You can display the speed on the iDash and have it adjust for tire size on the iDash only.
I was unaware it could display a tire size adjusted speed but you are correct that it wouldn't correct the truck and therefore the odometer would also be off as well.
Nice choice in bike, and truck.
Thanks! 👍
ROMAN SENT ME LOL
@@Clueless_Gamer96 thanks for coming. Happy to have you.
Damn it Dan, you’re making me want to trade in my 21 F150 2.7 for the Duramax AT4 like yours.
HAHA sorry man!
I like the truck plan to get one, but I want the gas-powered and not diesel. Enjoy your new truck!
Good choice and thanks!!
GM does something no other truck or car manufacturer does [AFAIK]... they have like 13 different part numbers for those center-dash switch panels. Based on the option packages selected when the truck is ordered, any number of switch configurations can be there - and they don't ever leave you with a blank! I love that... as someone who buys fairly fully-loaded vehicles, I hate blank panels.
That’s a really good observation, I hate blanks also, just seems like lazy/cheap engineering.
@@GearsGadgets I know, right? I once test-drove a Mazda CX-9. I told the salesman, "grab me a fully-loaded model" and went for a test drive. Didn't make it far. I realized that the steering wheel button surrounds were symmetrical in shape, but one side had a blank. And not just a blank area, but a place for a button that was blank. I asked if there was a missing option... nope. Turned around, went back - didn't want to be constantly wondering what I didn't receive :D
@@RoadReality lol it’s not the fear of missing out, it’s the frustration of not knowing what you’re missing lol. I get it.
Nice truck - if I had to get rid of my RAM, GMC is next on my list :D
The Rams are super nice, I’m a little worried about some of the direction Stellantis has been taking otherwise I might have taken a more serious look at the brand.
@@GearsGadgets I haven't heard anything about the mothership's direction, but I've also had my truck over 5 years. A couple of little issues, but she runs good :D And it's paid off... so, yeah, it's hard to fork over money at this point.
Matte screen protector was my first upgrade give such a clean look.
@@travise66 oh I forgot to mention that. I did it too. Love it.
My current 2020 Chevrolet LTZ L5P is a LEMON. 52 codes since new, broke down in 7 states.
You can go back and watch my videos on the Ford with similar stories and the truck being in the dealership for over 60 days in a row. Unfortunately when you draw a lemon, it's miserable regardless of manufacturer. They all seem totally inept at handling lemons and the experience is BRUTAL. I learned never say never in terms of returning to a brand because I have now owned two lemons, one GMC (yes that is correct, I came back), and my Ford. There are a TON of current Toyota Tundra lemon stories out there predated by their recall to replace 100% of the new V6's on the market. If you say "I will never go back" you might just run out of options.
Now in terms of the short tripping, it hasn't been a problem because anytime a regen kicks on, I just drive it until it ends. It takes 12 minutes MAX, I have had them complete in less than 10 minutes. It could and would be a problem for me if I didn't have an iDash to let me know when it was occurring so with the iDash, I shouldn't ever run into an issue of incomplete regeneration cycles clogging the DPF.
@@GearsGadgets Understood, wish you the best it is a nice looking truck.
I really love the way diesels tow! Miss it honestly
I haven’t put a trailer behind it yet but I’m exited to tow with it.
We have the same truck with the exception that it is a 2020 with the LM2. There is almost 103K miles on it so far and I have never put "top tier" fuel in it nor do I add an additive. Still have 17K on the warranty so we'll see if there is a long term affect... They get great mileage but I have noticed, if there is a slight head wind, it'll greatly impact it. The seats or your butt breaks in around the 40 to 50k mile range...
Great information, thats some solid reliability with no additives. I was slightly worried about what I hear is inconsistent quality in terms of diesel but I also am aware some of that is just fear of the newness. Do you use the same gas station or a preferred brand for refuel or just wherever?
@@GearsGadgets for the most part we use a couple different stations. So far so good though. I also push my oil changes to what the computer says, we do mostly highway mixed with some heavy city driving, also, so far so good. Change the fuel filter and air filter when the computer says as well. We also live here in the Phoenix valley, west side.
I got 55k on my LTZ and the seats are still rock hard
@@michaelduenas1364 keep working at them!