2500 Burb or Yukon XL

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DavenFla

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First post. I see there's another thread about "purchase options" but I don't want to step on anyone's toes and take over the thread.

Bit of a background. I'm a big Ford Excursion guy and I'm doing a major update project on my 02 Ex. Cummins swap (possible, still have the 7.3 PSD) , Allison Trans, updated body and late model suspension swap... in other words building a newish/ updated modern Ex. The reason why I'm here is I need a similar vehicle for travel, family and towing while this project is underway. The Burb/GMC 2500 is similar in many ways... so here I am looking to get edumacated. Do not want a 1500.

I looking at the 2010-13 low mileage 2500 model (less than 150K) and prices seem consistent, so that's not my issue, but rather what do the owners/user know that I don't. I have no issue traveling to buy a truck. Definitely do not want a rusty undercarriage, so southern trucks are on my radar. Not a fan of black interiors or black paint since I'm in Florida. I despise little problems that leave you on the side of the road so I'm always willing to be proactive in replacing/upgrading parts.

How about some wisdom for a fellow gear head. Thanks in advanced.
 

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They seem to all be 6.0? I though some yukons had 6.2...

Differences between yuk/burb probably purely cosmetic. ?
 
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Not quite sure what you're asking, other than potential "known issues" or that kind of thing.

The powertrain is solid. I'd even say bomb-proof. Only reason my 08 has ever left me on the side of the road is because I ran it out of gas. They get thirsty when towing, and the "distance to empty" function is not always accurate. The "fuel used" function is much more accurate, almost dead-nuts.

Watch for low oil pressure - the o-ring on the pump pickup is a known issue and can cause low/no pressure. Ask me how I know. :boxed:

Biggest thing I'm looking for in a used one of these is rust, leaks and service records. Not just leaks on rotating bits but leaking/weeping cooler lines and high-pressure hoses/fittings. Change the fluids regularly and they last a long time.

Check the A/C system. Upside, it uses its own belt. Compressor is a known issue. These things have two evaporators - there's refrigerant lines running to the rear cargo area.

Minor things - cracked dashboard, rear defroster clips breaking off, interior door handles peeling chrome, power door lock actuators.

My 2008 has been remarkably trouble-free and durable. Most of the powertrain and suspension bits are original and I have 260k miles on it.


Yukon maybe has a 6.2? Suburban maybe 5.3?
Someone else here should know forsure...

Negative. All 2500s have the 6.0.
 

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