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standard V-6's for Chevy and Ford
I'm looking to buy a new 1/2 ton. I test drove the 2001 Chevy with the standard V-6 and while i wasn't stunned, it seemed to have decent power. I will use the truck for work and carry about 400 -600 lbs of weight , along with a 200 lb. shell of one type or another. I have no expectations of towing anything. There are some decent sized hills here in Colorado and i was wondering if the V-6's offered by Ford and Chevy 200HP and 205HP respectively when using the 5 speed manual would be adequate for my needs.
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tucsonjwt "Base Model Pickups - buying, owning, accessorizing" May 4, 2001 4:38pm
there are several regulars at the above topic who drive full sized v6 trucks and would be more than willing to share their experiences with you.
the passes around here I go about 62, and on the flat spots 65-70 (can go faster but don't want to push the ol beast to hard), I have towed with it, overloaded payload wise and it just goes slower but doesn't have a problem, she just keeps on trucking.
and the new V6's have almost twice my hp, I wouldnt worry about it, don't foger 50 years ago 120 hp was a lot in a truck!
Good luck.