FenwickHockey65's Great Thread of GM Knowledge - Page 546

Royal Tiger · 05-24-2021, 02:38 PM

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https://gmauthority.com/blog/2021/05...he-first-time/

Sierra HD MCE.

Are they going to make the Silverado less ugly? The Sierra looks way better already. Isn’t the Ram #2 now in sales?

FarmerFran · 05-24-2021, 02:43 PM

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Are they going to make the Silverado less ugly? The Sierra looks way better already. Isn’t the Ram #2 now in sales?

RAM passed Chevy and GMC individually but not them together.

Royal Tiger · 05-24-2021, 03:24 PM

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RAM passed Chevy and GMC individually but not them together.

So sad. Didn’t think that would ever happen.

snizzle · 05-24-2021, 03:34 PM

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So sad. Didn’t think that would ever happen.

GM was too conservative on the twins. Ram came out swinging and it showed. GM also focused less on fleet, put less money on the hood of each truck, and probably oversold brand loyalty.

Bhobbs · 05-24-2021, 05:46 PM

Ram has things like the Power Wagon, the Rebel and the TRX. Add in the interior upgrades and stuff like that, it’s no wonder they are making a serious push in the market.

GM is too conservative and formulaic with their products. They should have had a Silverado ZR2 out years ago.

FenwickHockey65 · 05-25-2021, 09:52 AM

https://gmauthority.com/blog/2021/05...he-first-time/

3rd gen Colorado

KMPrenger · 05-25-2021, 10:12 AM

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https://gmauthority.com/blog/2021/05...he-first-time/

3rd gen Colorado

About time!!!!

90503 · 05-25-2021, 10:15 AM

1970 called...They want their wheels back...lol

FarmerFran · 05-25-2021, 11:20 AM

I am surprised they sunk all that money into the Colorado when they are going "all electric".

Martinjlm · 05-25-2021, 02:16 PM

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Originally Posted by FenwickHockey65

https://gmauthority.com/blog/2021/05...he-first-time/

3rd gen Colorado

That has got to be one of the most comprehensive camo jobs I’ve ever seen. Can’t tell nuthin’ from those shots. Except the wheels. Fingers crossed that they’re just dummies.

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I am surprised they sunk all that money into the Colorado when they are going "all electric".

2035 is 14 years away. Enough time for an updated platform and a refresh. For profitable vehicles. And remember, 2035 is “aspirational”

KMPrenger · 05-25-2021, 02:58 PM

Interesting to note. On the Colorado/Canyon forum I started a thread there discussing these new images of the 3rd gen midsize trucks.

There is a member there who claims to live at the base of Loveland pass and says there is a fleet of 10 or so GM vehicles testing there. He says two of them are the next gen mid-size trucks, or at least he assumes based on their size. He says one of them filled up at the diesel pump, and the other must be a hybrid as he has saw it plugged in, along with the other EV vehicles that are currently testing, but it also has a tailpipe.

So this is an interesting twist as it flies directly in the face of what most websites are claiming, which is that the 2.7 turbo 4 will be the only engine option. (I kind of figured that to be true, except for maybe the ZR2 which I'd suspect will get a higher powered option to battle the Ranger Raptor). Who knows if it's all accurate, but he supplied evidence and pictures of many other camouflaged vehicles there to back up his statements.

Martinjlm · 05-25-2021, 03:26 PM

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Originally Posted by KMPrenger

Interesting to note. On the Colorado/Canyon forum I started a thread there discussing these new images of the 3rd gen midsize trucks.

There is a member there who claims to live at the base of Loveland pass and says there is a fleet of 10 or so GM vehicles testing there. He says two of them are the next gen mid-size trucks, or at least he assumes based on their size. He says one of them filled up at the diesel pump, and the other must be a hybrid as he has saw it plugged in, along with the other EV vehicles that are currently testing, but it also has a tailpipe.

So this is an interesting twist as it flies directly in the face of what most websites are claiming, which is that the 2.7 turbo 4 will be the only engine option. (I kind of figured that to be true, except for maybe the ZR2 which I'd suspect will get a higher powered option to battle the Ranger Raptor). Who knows if it's all accurate, but he supplied evidence and pictures of many other camouflaged vehicles there to back up his statements.

I no longer forecast GM for IHS Markit, but one of the last things I had to wrestle with was what GM might do to replace the 2.8D in Canyon / Colorado. I put a 2.0 L4 version of the 3.0 L6 Silverado / Sierra Diesel engine in the Colorado / Canyon forecast. I’m more focused on our consulting activity now, but I talk to the forecasters almost daily and I’m pretty sure they haven’t changed that entry.

As for the plug-in vehicle with a tailpipe, I’ll bet dollars to donuts that the tailpipe is non-functional.

Bhobbs · 05-25-2021, 03:37 PM

I have a 2018 Colorado and it’s a great truck. Fitting 33s on it took some work. I hope GM takes the Bronco into account, especially with the 35” tire option.

genxer · 05-26-2021, 01:40 AM

I suppose regular cab, 6 foot bed isn't in the cards, once again?

05-24-2021, 05:46 PM	#7635
Bhobbs Drives: 2015 SS 1LE Red Hot, 1970 Chevelle Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Chino, CA Posts: 6,989	Ram has things like the Power Wagon, the Rebel and the TRX. Add in the interior upgrades and stuff like that, it’s no wonder they are making a serious push in the market. GM is too conservative and formulaic with their products. They should have had a Silverado ZR2 out years ago. __________________

05-25-2021, 09:52 AM	#7636
FenwickHockey65 General Motors Aficionado Drives: 2023 GMC Canyon, 2020 Colorado Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 37,371 View My Garage	https://gmauthority.com/blog/2021/05...he-first-time/ 3rd gen Colorado __________________ 2023 GMC Canyon Elevation 2020 Chevrolet Colorado W/T Extended Cab (State-issued)

05-25-2021, 11:20 AM	#7639
FarmerFran Drives: 2023 ZL1 Vert M6 "Sharky" Join Date: Mar 2020 Location: Earth Posts: 4,032	I am surprised they sunk all that money into the Colorado when they are going "all electric". __________________ 2023 Camaro ZL1 Vert TR-6060 Sharkskin "Sharky" Firecracker Red Wrangler Willys, 3.6L eTorque, 850RE 8 speed automatic, 25W Willys package, Technology Group, Convenience Group (aka $600 garage door opener), Cold weather Group, Trailer Tow and HD electric group with AUX switches, 3 piece black freedom top.

05-25-2021, 02:58 PM	#7641
KMPrenger Drives: 16 Camaro SS, 15 Colorado Join Date: May 2009 Location: Jefferson City, Missouri Posts: 13,943	Interesting to note. On the Colorado/Canyon forum I started a thread there discussing these new images of the 3rd gen midsize trucks. There is a member there who claims to live at the base of Loveland pass and says there is a fleet of 10 or so GM vehicles testing there. He says two of them are the next gen mid-size trucks, or at least he assumes based on their size. He says one of them filled up at the diesel pump, and the other must be a hybrid as he has saw it plugged in, along with the other EV vehicles that are currently testing, but it also has a tailpipe. So this is an interesting twist as it flies directly in the face of what most websites are claiming, which is that the 2.7 turbo 4 will be the only engine option. (I kind of figured that to be true, except for maybe the ZR2 which I'd suspect will get a higher powered option to battle the Ranger Raptor). Who knows if it's all accurate, but he supplied evidence and pictures of many other camouflaged vehicles there to back up his statements. __________________ 2016 Camaro 1SS - 8-speed - NPP - Black bowties 2010 Camaro 1LT V6 (Sold. I will miss her!)

05-25-2021, 03:37 PM	#7643
Bhobbs Drives: 2015 SS 1LE Red Hot, 1970 Chevelle Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Chino, CA Posts: 6,989	I have a 2018 Colorado and it’s a great truck. Fitting 33s on it took some work. I hope GM takes the Bronco into account, especially with the 35” tire option. __________________

05-25-2021, 10:15 AM	#7638
90503 Drives: 2011 2SS/RS LS3 Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Torrance Posts: 14,428	1970 called...They want their wheels back...lol

05-26-2021, 01:40 AM	#7644
genxer Drives: multiple cars Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 475	I suppose regular cab, 6 foot bed isn't in the cards, once again?