Hello All. I found this forum searching for advice on a new chevy truck. It seems like a great resource. I'm very interested in a truck and am going to look at it tomorrow. It is a New 2011 Silverado 1500 WT Ext-Cab 4x4 4.8L auto. It seems like a good deal and has the exact options i am seeking (cruise control, tow package, CD, etc.). I've never owned a chevy.
My question is; what kind of miles can i expect to get out of a 4.8? Is this a 250,000+ motor? I plan on running synthetic oil and i maintain my vehicles religiously. What kind of miles do you guys have on your 4.8's?
Are the transmissions pretty stout?
My use of the truck will be about 80% hwy commuting (80 miles per day), 18% hauling of light loads (5000lbs or less), 2% hauling of heavy loads (possibly a gooseneck)
Any info would be greatly appreciated.
-Brad
My question is; what kind of miles can i expect to get out of a 4.8? Is this a 250,000+ motor? I plan on running synthetic oil and i maintain my vehicles religiously. What kind of miles do you guys have on your 4.8's?
Are the transmissions pretty stout?
My use of the truck will be about 80% hwy commuting (80 miles per day), 18% hauling of light loads (5000lbs or less), 2% hauling of heavy loads (possibly a gooseneck)
Any info would be greatly appreciated.
-Brad
