Just sold my GMC 2500 HD Denali

[yarrum]

Life priority changed and I decided I didn’t need the 2500. Now looking to get into a Raptor but don’t know if I should hold out a few months and buy used, or go all out on a new one. If I go used, I’m thinking I want a 6.2, but not sold on it yet. What do people think? I also want to hear from people who decided to switch from the 6.2 to the 3.5, and why? Thanks in advance!

 

[Nex]

Need more information from you. What is your intended use. Raptor stuff or Starbucks?

Getting a new Gen 3 could be almost a year wait. A few used 3s out there for insane prices. Some good quality used Gen 2s available. Would stick with the '19-'20s.

 

[yarrum]

Good to know on the 19-20’s. To be honest, 90% pavement princess, 5% towing a boat, and 5% truly off-roading in the Sierra Nevadas/Desert

 

[MurderedOutSVT]

Ooooooo. I feel a Jen Juan v. Jen Too debate forming here.

This is a heated debate here, @yarrum but all in good fun

 

[MurderedOutSVT]

What is your intended use. Raptor stuff or Starbucks?

This....^

Plus the whole V8 issue

 

[yarrum]

This....^

Plus the whole V8 issue

Starbucks all day! Lmao idk there’s something about that V8 sound…

 

[Nex]

What size boat? How much does it weigh?

 

[yarrum]

What size boat? How much does it weigh?

I have a Tracker Targa V-18. Something like 3500 lbs

 

[Nex]

Ok, you should be fine towing that with a Raptor. Wanted to make sure it wasn't a new style ski boat, like a Malibu. Those are a bit much, despite people saying "no problem."

You will want stiffer rear springs regardlessof the year Raptoryou end up with. I tow a 19' old style ski boat.

 

[melvimbe]

Have you considered a Tremor? Might fit your needs a little better.