[jensend]

Looks like we'll be trying to find a used late model (2006- on) truck in order to be able to take my '02 Z28 off the road and make it a dedicated track car. The truck would need to be able to tow the car and an open trailer safely at highway speeds. Would prefer a club or crew cab for the extra space an longer wheelbase. Right now I'm thinking gas as opposed to diesel since the truck will get limited use other than for track events and few camping trips annually. It will also be available to my two grown sons as needed. Want the space of an 8' bed so I can carry plywood, etc., when needed. Durarbility and reliability are major requirement. Capable of doing most maintenance and repairs on my own on a gas powered vehicle, but I'd like to have something that was practical to use and maintain. Looking for recommendations on what to buy/avoid, average real world mpg figures, etc.. Thanks in advance for your input.

[BigEnos]

I have a 2003 2500HD 4wd 6.0L gasser Silverado. It tows great, with an open trailer and my 1995 Camaro on it. I've never put an enclosed back there, but I'm sure it would pull it. I get ~11MPG towing, 13.5 no matter what unloaded. I had one major problem with it (transfer case failure), but I think I caused it. Other than that, no big issues. I think the radio went bad right after I took delivery, and a brake fluid sensor failed. Oh, and a tree fell on it doing major body damage when it was 2.5 months old. (IMG:http://www.frrax.com/rrforum/style_emoticons/default/nutkick.gif)

My only dislike about the truck is the 4-speed transmission. The 4L80E is stout, but a couple more cogs would be a plus. Maybe look at a 2007 6.0L 2500HD with a 6-speed.