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    Early oil change opinions

    Being originally from Europe, we have a very different perspective on oil changes and intervals than in the US, let alone compared to people on forums. Most OEMs there call for 15-20k mile oil change intervals, so personally I laugh at 5k oil changes. It feels like a complete waste of oil to...
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    Finally made it...

    Honestly what’s an extra 15k when dropping 100k+ on a vehicle. If it keeps it looking great and more importantly, exactly as the owner wants, it’s money well spent.
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    3.0 vs 6.2

    Not that you need any more data points but I’ve owned all of them GM V8s in the full-size SUVs/trucks and the 3.0 is hands down my favorite. It just fits the character of the Tahoe/Suburban so well. I still love gasoline V8s for my performance vehicles but for these big boats the diesel is the...
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    2025 Diesel orders opened

    Does the new exhaust make it sound better or is it just looks??
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    New to diesel - help needed

    This. Buying from a high turnover place and frequent fuel filter changes is the best insurance.
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    2025 Diesel orders opened

    Are you really being apologetic for GMs archaic processes and mostly bottom of the barrel dealer network? :eek: GM in 2024 sold 2.7 million vehicles vs. BMW 2.5 million - is that not comparable? And the average MSRP may not be that far off considering how much downmarket BmW has come and how...
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    2025 Diesel orders opened

    It’s incredible in this day and age that one can walk into any, say, a BMW dealership, place an order for say, a top of the line X7 SUV, track the order through the app and have it arrive 4-6 weeks later. With possibly only some exclusive/individual paint colors taking a bit longer. Meanwhile...
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    Engine choice for new Yukon XL Denali (best reliability for next 3 years)

    Since very few have actually addressed your question let me attempt to. You seem to prioritize not getting stranded and there hasn’t been anyone so far being let down by the 3.0, stranded on the side of the road. On the other hand there are many stories of 6.2’s crapping out and leaving people...
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    Diesel Appropriate?

    +1 on the smell. It doesn’t smell, at all. Starting any gas car first thing in the morning grosses me out now after owning the 3.0 for the past 2+ years. We basically live in peak diesel / ICE where these engines are the cleanest and best performing. Not sure how much more can be squeezed out...
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    The Most Reliable Duramax Diesel Engines ...

    Lots of FUD around the diesel engines being spread online. Like CTown said they are everywhere in Europe. We live in amazing times: diesels are clean, efficient and overall very reliable, even with all the tacked on emissions equipment. Nothing like the diesel engines from yesteryear. These...
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    Newest Addition 23 Escalade V

    Now you’re just flexing :) I kid, that’s an amazing garage you have sir!
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    Newest Addition 23 Escalade V

    Congrats! Although that M8 comp looks more fun to me.
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    GM SUVS as limos

    Reliability probably plays a role, even if just perceived and not actual. If a larger company, it’s easier to maintain a fleet of same vehicles. Also resale value may be a factor. In some of these circles it’s often whatever the other guy drives, the next guy will get. GM has been king in this...
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    The engine on the Yukon I got as a replacement for the Yukon that got two engine replacements needs replaced. Yes, you read that correctly.

    I feel you, 4 small children here. I’m sure you considered but you can always add a roof box for additional storage. Every time we take our X7 for longer trips I’m amazed how much we are able to squeeze in… the new Sequoia seems pretty sweet if you’re into Japanese.. or GX/LX Lexus…
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    The engine on the Yukon I got as a replacement for the Yukon that got two engine replacements needs replaced. Yes, you read that correctly.

    It seems the rampant lifter failure was isolated mostly to 21-23 MY, at least based on the forum posts here. But whoa, what are the odds of 3 brand new engine failures in a row! This cant be other than just pure bad luck or these vehicles would all be sitting on the side of the road. I second to...
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