If you had a do-over, Would you buy your duramax all over again?

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Coloradodogdoc

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Seriously considering purchasing a mid-level Tahoe or Yukon with duramax over a midsize suv. The height in the cargo area with 2nd and 3rd seats down is a huge plus over a midsize unibody suv. I also need good ground clearance, but also want long-term reliability. Currently own a midsize SUV for work which is too small for my needs, not enough ground clearance at times, but a comfortable ride. Comfortable ride is important to me as I have chronic pain. I’m a fan of larger vehicles in general, own/ have owned half tons up to one tons so body on frame not a worry to me. Don’t need to tow, so the duramax would be adequate in 4wd configuration. So my question is: In terms of reliability and driver comfort, would you buy your duramaxx Yukon/ Tahoe again?
 

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Yes, zero regrets. Just drove 1200 miles on a road trip with a loaded vehicle…only stopped once for gas. Also had zero anxiety about being stranded due to a failed lifter..
 
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100% - as @Stbentoak mentioned, I probably wouldn't own this rig if it wasn't for the Duramax. It's proven itself to be the most reliable powerplant in this platform, it's quiet, plenty of power/torque and the fuel economy will blow your mind. Couple that fuel economy with a 28gal tank in the XL models and the only reason you'll stop on your road trips is for bathroom breaks.
 

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Welcome to the forum.

As a former Duramax owner, I can say that the engine and the Allison transmission combination I had, were extremely reliable. The only drawback is the cost of fuel at some places and that some stations do not have diesel fuel capability.
 

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Id buy it again. Only change id make is convincing the wife the XL isn't much bigger/harder to drive.

May make the trade up for a refreshed 24 XL tho if it looks good and LZ0 proves to be reliable. Would really like super cruise option on SLT
 

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Two years, 22k miles, no issues. Fuel mileage has only improved with time. Dmax is a no-brainer.
 

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