Hi -- I'm in the market for a used (2000 or newer) 2500. I need to get more specific on what features I actually want.. so I'm soliciting your opinions.
It'll be my only vehicle for a while, and mostly used for just driving around town. But I want to pull my horses w/ it, and when I do, I want good performance. I'm in Colorado, so we're talking mountains. Trailer is a gooseneck, weighs about 4500, plus anywhere from 1 - 3 horses.... so 6000 - 8500 pounds is about all I'll ever want to pull with it.
I'd love a diesel, but doubt I can afford it. Do I need the 6.0 V8, the 8.1 V8? Is the 6.0 available in HD models, or just standard 2500s? Sounds like the Allison Tranny does everything you could want for towing... but if I don't get an HD (AT only available on HDs, is that right?), what do I want to make pulling nicer?
I'll probably get an extended cab short bed. And I'd love to do anything I can to get the best fuel economy without a load.
I'd love to hear any suggestions.
Thanks, Carol