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**gordyzx9r** · 07-24-2007, 09:14 PM

Well, I've posted before that I wanted a GMC 3/4 ton to tow a car trailer for the hot rod. I was originally looking for an '03 to '05 3/4 ton, but I stumbled upon this new leftover 2006 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SLE. After two days they finally agreed to sell it to me at the price I was willing to pay.

Now for my questions...

I was trying to find the specs for this truck online but I can't seem to be able to, are there any sites out there to check out for specs?

What kind of things should I look out for? Common problems?

I'll only be using this thing for towing so what kind of modifications should I look for and which ones should I avoid?

What's the difference between an SLE1 and an SLE2?

Crank · 07-27-2007, 02:30 PM

Well what kind of specs are you looking for, they all should be listed on the glove box door, check out Fullsizechevy.com I believe they may have a list of all the RPO codes, and a breakdown as to what they entail... Suck as G80 is a rear locker(gov-lock) the 3 letter codes should all correspond to the options and specs, if this is what you are after. Also, are you really in South Korea? Because I see an American flag in the background... what gives? Good luck with 'er.
Brandon

Joe67 · 07-27-2007, 03:15 PM

Long truck in a long picture

Nice purchase - you will be VERY happy with that rig

**gordyzx9r** · 07-27-2007, 06:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Crank

Also, are you really in South Korea? Because I see an American flag in the background... what gives?

I am currently stationed in South Korea, I was in SoCal on vacation and stumbled across the truck. It'll stay in SoCal until I get back state side.

**gordyzx9r** · 07-27-2007, 06:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Joe67

Long truck in a long picture

Nice purchase - you will be VERY happy with that rig

Thanks, not quite sure why the pic did that on these forums.

**gordyzx9r** · 06-27-2008, 03:26 PM

I'm finally back in the USA and I'm stationed in AL now. I drove here from SoCal with a 28' enclosed car trailer loaded down, and I got about 10 MPG. Someone tried to steal the truck & trailer in NM while I was eating lunch. I parked right in front of the McDonalds so I'd be able to see it...never saw anyone messing with the truck, but when I got out there the lock was popped but they still couldn't get in. They must have low crawled up to the thing to pop it....

My father had a Rhino Liner put in it, but it didn't set properly so they're having to redo it (which means I have to take a trip to FL now).

After I get the new Rhino Liner, I need to get a tool box, running boards, defelctors, mud flaps and stuff.

What are some good sites for accessories?

Locally we have a place called Southern Truck Accessories (STO) which seems to be a chain in the South East, but they don't have a website (at least not one that I can find). I was tempted to buy a tool box from Lowes (Kobalt) but decided to ask what people like here since I have some time before I have to get the accessories.

wasteaway · 06-28-2008, 11:57 PM

Don't let them spray Rino on your truck if the weather is bad. High humidity applications with this stuff is no good by what I've experienced.

07-24-2007, 09:14 PM	#1
gordyzx9r Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Alabama Posts: 87	I finally bought a GMC Well, I've posted before that I wanted a GMC 3/4 ton to tow a car trailer for the hot rod. I was originally looking for an '03 to '05 3/4 ton, but I stumbled upon this new leftover 2006 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SLE. After two days they finally agreed to sell it to me at the price I was willing to pay. Now for my questions... I was trying to find the specs for this truck online but I can't seem to be able to, are there any sites out there to check out for specs? What kind of things should I look out for? Common problems? I'll only be using this thing for towing so what kind of modifications should I look for and which ones should I avoid? What's the difference between an SLE1 and an SLE2? Last edited by gordyzx9r; 06-27-2008 at 03:07 PM.

07-27-2007, 02:30 PM	#2
Crank Registered User Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Crittenden, KY Posts: 1,965	Re: I finally bought a GMC Well what kind of specs are you looking for, they all should be listed on the glove box door, check out Fullsizechevy.com I believe they may have a list of all the RPO codes, and a breakdown as to what they entail... Suck as G80 is a rear locker(gov-lock) the 3 letter codes should all correspond to the options and specs, if this is what you are after. Also, are you really in South Korea? Because I see an American flag in the background... what gives? Good luck with 'er. Brandon

07-27-2007, 03:15 PM	#3
Joe67 67 is sold Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Troy, Michigan Posts: 6,733	Re: I finally bought a GMC Long truck in a long picture Nice purchase - you will be VERY happy with that rig __________________ Joe - Formerly 67c10step ------------------------------- 1967 Chevy Stepside - ECE 4/6, fuelcell, 5lug - SOLD gr8lakes - My ebay auctions Click here to order forum apparel :: Click here to become a subscribing member

06-27-2008, 03:26 PM	#6
gordyzx9r Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Alabama Posts: 87	Re: I finally bought a GMC I'm finally back in the USA and I'm stationed in AL now. I drove here from SoCal with a 28' enclosed car trailer loaded down, and I got about 10 MPG. Someone tried to steal the truck & trailer in NM while I was eating lunch. I parked right in front of the McDonalds so I'd be able to see it...never saw anyone messing with the truck, but when I got out there the lock was popped but they still couldn't get in. They must have low crawled up to the thing to pop it.... My father had a Rhino Liner put in it, but it didn't set properly so they're having to redo it (which means I have to take a trip to FL now). After I get the new Rhino Liner, I need to get a tool box, running boards, defelctors, mud flaps and stuff. What are some good sites for accessories? Locally we have a place called Southern Truck Accessories (STO) which seems to be a chain in the South East, but they don't have a website (at least not one that I can find). I was tempted to buy a tool box from Lowes (Kobalt) but decided to ask what people like here since I have some time before I have to get the accessories. Last edited by gordyzx9r; 06-27-2008 at 03:27 PM.

06-28-2008, 11:57 PM	#7
wasteaway Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Exeter RI Posts: 30	Re: I finally bought a GMC Don't let them spray Rino on your truck if the weather is bad. High humidity applications with this stuff is no good by what I've experienced.



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