Looking at a 1996 dually 4x4 crew cab. 75k miles, no rust. West coast truck. 454 with 4l80e trans. Will be pulling a 38 Fountain. How will this truck tow? Not too concerned with mpg, and not looking to win any races while pulling the boat. Just want decent power and good stability. Also, whats a good price to pay for a truck like this? its clean. Was used to pull a horse trailer.
Thread: 1996 Dually 454
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04-26-2010 11:04 PM
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04-27-2010 06:36 PM
I hear these years dont have the best braking system? Is this true? is there a upgrade like a rear disc conversion? Or is it just a poor hydraulic system?
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04-27-2010 08:20 PM
The HDs are the better of any of them. They have a HydroBoost brake system which is hydraulic assist vs. the vacuum boost system on the 1500s (which totally sucks).
I HIGHLY advise electric/hydraulic trailer brakes for ANY boat towing application. The difference is NIGHT and DAY vs. surge breaks.Brian Tillett; Active Thunder Factory Representative
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04-27-2010 09:05 PM
don't be surprised if your wheezing going down the big highways...
does Santa's sleigh have a blower ?
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07-09-2010 07:51 AM
1996 Extended cab 4x4 454 Vortec, pulling a Rinker 342! I wouldn't want to pull it across country but it was fine for a few hours.
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07-23-2010 02:59 PMIt'll pull the heck out of it and burn gas like you have a 2" hole in the tank.
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