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Duramax - Allison
DMax, 01/30/2004
2004 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 4dr Extended Cab LT 4WD LB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
11 of 11 people found this review helpful
Quiet, outstanding comfort. A little slow on acceleration to pass at highway speeds. Lots of torque! Good turning radius for long-bed truck. 18- 19 mpg combination highway and around town, 20+ on steady highway driving. Have not yet tried heavy towing. Good access to rear seat in open areas but a bit difficult in tight parking spots. The fit and finish is absolutely perfect - I have not been able to locate a single flaw.
Chevy Rules
Jake, 01/20/2010
2004 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 4dr Extended Cab LS 4WD LB (6.0L 8cyl 5M)
12 of 13 people found this review helpful
This is a very good truck. It has not needed a repair for 6 years. I use it to snowplow and it performs very well. The seats are extremely comfortable for snowplowing all day. The back seats have a lot of room. I am overall very pleased with my truck.
Excellent truck
chriss8935, 10/09/2008
2004 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 4dr Extended Cab LT 4WD SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I have owned this truck for over three years and it is my second Duramax. If you do proper maintenance these trucks will last a very long time. I have over 600,000 miles on my first Duramax and it's getting tired, and I just don't trust it real far anymore although I still drive it around the farm and into town. I drive my trucks very hard and I do not have time for breakdowns, so if you are looking for a hard working truck that will last look no further, Chevy has outdone themselves.
2500 HD 2004
fgator01, 02/22/2004
2004 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 4dr Extended Cab LS Rwd LB (6.0L 8cyl 5M)
6 of 8 people found this review helpful
Just 1 word .........AWESOME!!!!
Longest I've owned a vehicle
Beetle, 01/19/2010
2004 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 4dr Extended Cab LS 4WD SB (6.0L 8cyl 5M)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
This is the 3rd Chevy truck I've owned and by far the best!! i opted for the Duramax/Allison 4x4. i have pulled trailers and used as a vacation vehicle loaded to the gills. Great performance and comfort. I did install a ARE intake and a Magnaflow 5" stainless turbo back. I am receiving about 23 mpg @ 75mph a/c on.. can you imagine Akron,Oh to Cooperstown NY on 3/4 tank of fuel. Probably drive this till anique plates are installed. Cant miss. (Traded LT for LS model for diesel option. NO Regrets. Truck is almost 7 years old and i have not even replaced a single light bulb anywhere.
Great Truck
chriss8935, 02/28/2009
2004 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 4dr Extended Cab LT 4WD SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This is an excellent truck, I have the duramax allison combo and get 18-20 mpg just can't complain for an almost 8,000lb truck. I pull campers all over US and Canada and have 176,000 miles on it as of now and have had no problems. I have heard of people saying that the LLY duramax have overheating issues but I have pulled over 26,000lbs in over 100 degrees and have no overheating issues what so ever. Of course I drive easy in those temp's with that much weight. I love this truck and it has paid for itself three times over. Keep up the good work Chevrolet.
Great Truck
joander, 05/11/2004
2004 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 4dr Extended Cab Work Truck Rwd SB (6.0L 8cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Had a few problems in the begining, 1. Faulty control valve on heating system. 2. Alignment problems. 3. Paint defects that were not fixed before taking delivery of the vehicle
fantastic truck
chevowner, 05/12/2004
2004 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 4dr Extended Cab LS 4WD LB (6.0L 8cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Very solid, the more weight towing the better the ride.Great visibility.16mpg on hwy,15city after 5000miles. Very comfortable front seat. Manual 4X with automatic, only way to go.
2004 chevy 2500 HD
clay, 11/03/2005
2004 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 4dr Extended Cab LS 4WD SB (6.0L 8cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I've owned this truck for almost one year and I am thoughly impressed with it. The only complaints I have beside the poor mileage 6.0 L. motor is that the sheet metal is way too thin. This is supposed to a heavy duty truck! They're great trucks to drive or pull with, but for working out of with guys loading tools in the back and especially over the sides they are too easily dented. The only mechanical issues I've encountered is a irritating wind noise on the passenger side at the windshield and an annoying rattle inside the steering column. I drive off road daily on construction sites and the rattle developed quickly. This the second HD I've had with this problem. But overall a great truck.
great truck!!
speedy12, 06/18/2004
2004 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 4dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (6.0L 8cyl 5M)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
purchased new and now have 3,500 miles on the odometer. love the 6.0 vortec,has great power through out the rpm range. tows my atv's and trailer like nothing!! the 410 limited slip is great for my back woods hunting. even though it is 2500HD, it will take you alot of places in 4 low. (i opted for the manuel shift transfer case which i love!) and still acts great on the open road. buddy has a 2003 f-150 and another a 2002 dodge, this vortec blows both of those boat anchors away! good job chevy!!
this truck blows
Kennedy, 07/24/2004
2004 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 4dr Extended Cab LS Rwd LB (6.0L 8cyl 5M)
1 of 5 people found this review helpful
I Bought a 2004 and before i could even get 600 miles on it the transmission went out on me in the middle of a run hauling some freight so i called the GMC dealership and they sent me a F-150 that out hauled and rode alot better than the GMC 2500
my truck
johnman, 10/18/2003
2004 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 4dr Extended Cab Work Truck 4WD SB (6.0L 8cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
i moved from a jeep to this new truck and i am very happy with it.
Duramax Allison Awesome
fast phil, 10/24/2003
2004 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 4dr Extended Cab LS 4WD SB (6.0L 8cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Mine is a 2002, with 33,000 miles. The Duramax Diesel Allison trans combination is worth the money, even for standard driving. I two 2 small trailers, under 3000 lbs, and the mileage stays 15 mpg at 70 mph. The brakes are phenominal. My last truck was a Dodge Ram, this is far superior.
Awesome Truck
jdaniell, 10/27/2003
2004 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 4dr Extended Cab LT 4WD SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is my first Chevy and I am very impressed. I drove the Dodge and Ford and the Chevy was much quieter (Duramax Diesel) and the proformance was better than that of the Dodge. Very pleased with my new truck.
First Chevrolet...Happy Customer
litework, 11/16/2003
2004 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 4dr Extended Cab LS 4WD LB (6.0L 8cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The truck has a powerful engine with just enough noise to let you know you're driving a truck. Suspension and interior features provides the driver and passenger with a cozy ride. The Silverado has a lot of options that are fun and functional. All in all, a great truck.
Like a rock
tinindian400, 12/20/2003
2004 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 4dr Extended Cab LS 4WD SB (6.0L 8cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
great truck, can beat the reliabilty and superior comfort. Dollar for dollar best truck on the market
This the best truck i have ever owned
jballgame532003, 12/20/2003
2004 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 4dr Extended Cab LT 4WD SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I use the truck to travel and to haul equipment and it is the best truck in my book compared to the ford F350 and the dodge 2500 i test drove them both and out of all the diesals it is the best
Tough, reliable, sharp
Whoolio, 08/16/2005
2004 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 4dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (6.0L 8cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Will pull a house off its foundation and drives beautifully. MPG is what you'd expect from a heavy truck, but don't drive like a fool and it improves. Travels very well, even through mountain areas.
Awesome Truck
SportyChica, 01/01/2004
2004 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 4dr Extended Cab 4WD LB (6.0L 8cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is my dad's first truck since his ford in the 80's. Let me just say this is an awesome truck. I driven a few times and it is great. The power is awesome. We have great interior features and if it weren't for the great deal he got he never would have bought it. My dad was a ford man before this but i convinced him to take a look because the dealership was having good deals. The features are really nice and the seat is comfortable. Chevy definately has a great truck
extreme comfort
Jay Acerra, 01/20/2004
2004 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 4dr Extended Cab Work Truck 4WD SB (6.0L 8cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
love my truck and the onstar that came with it Really a work horse!!!
great
pvfd320, 01/21/2004
2004 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 4dr Extended Cab LT 4WD LB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I love the truck!
Great Riding Workhorse
greenviewconst, 01/24/2006
2004 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 4dr Extended Cab Work Truck Rwd LB (6.0L 8cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Super reliable truck with a great ride despite being heavy duty (2500HD). Will pull large equipment trailer with no problem while carrying a load.
Silverado vs F250
rocket, 04/10/2006
2004 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 4dr Extended Cab LS 4WD SB (6.0L 8cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Overall I have been happy with this truck, I use it to pull a 7000 lb 5th wheel camper, without any problems.
Best Horse Mobile
holly glen farms, 03/16/2004
2004 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 4dr Extended Cab LT 4WD SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This truck has it all! And then some! We are very Pleased and would buy another of this quality truck.
Aftermarket parts makes big difference
james t, 03/27/2004
2004 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 4dr Extended Cab LS 4WD SB (6.0L 8cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I installed a Airaid filter and tube Granatelli mass air flow sensor Poweraid throttle body spacer fuel milage increase,25hp increase,acceleration.$700 for all easy install worth every penny
Great truck
bzab, 03/31/2004
2004 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 4dr Extended Cab LT 4WD SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Purchased this to pull a 5th wheel. Has all the capabilities to do what I wanted. Better ride and interior than I expected in a 3/4 ton. Gas mileage is about 13 now but only have 1500 miles in it. May improve. Have not been back to the dealer yet with any complaints. Can tell more later.
The truth
ksmith82, 04/14/2004
2004 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 4dr Extended Cab Work Truck 4WD LB (6.0L 8cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
You need to test drive one to truly appreciate and comprehend the engineering miracle of Silverado. Go on, take one for a spin, unless your afraid of being converted.
Awesome Tuck
Rewyas, 06/25/2004
2004 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 4dr Extended Cab LS 4WD SB (6.0L 8cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This truck is more than I could ever ask for. It does everything I want it to do. I would buy it again.
My Truck Sucks
Ralph Jones, 07/31/2004
2004 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 4dr Extended Cab Work Truck 4WD LB (6.0L 8cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The locking Rear end on these trucks are not what they could be. Mine, Hops an skips An has locked slam up on me at less than 12,000 miles with an easy break-in period. Agreat Truck, with second rate Quality. I think I'll give Ford a try on my next new truck.
LLY ENGINE IN MY SILVERADO GIVES EXTREME
Mytwodoxies, 08/11/2004
2004 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 4dr Extended Cab LS 4WD SB (6.0L 8cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
MY SILVERADO HAS THE NEW LLY ENGINE THAT GM BEGAN INSTALLING IN JANUARY 2004. IT TRULY IS AN AWESOME VEHICLE TO SAY THE LEAST. I PULL A 32 FOOT SUNNYBROOK 2004 5TH WHEEL LIKE THERE WAS NOTHING BEING TOWED WHEN THE TRUCK IS PUT TO THE TEST. THERE IS ABSOLUTELY NO STRAIN WHEN TOWING THIS RATHER 10-15000 LOADED RV. I AM VERY PLEASED WITH THIS TRUCK AND RECOMMEND IT TO ALL THAT IS INVOLVED WITH TOWING RV'S ESPECIALLY. I HAD LINE-X SPRAYED INTO THE BED OF THE TRUCK TO PROTECT THE BED AND IT ALSO MAKES THE TRUCK LOOK EVEN MORE IMPRESSIVE. THE GAS MILEAGE IS ABOUT 14-15 WHICH IS REALLY GOOD AS WELL.
Overall Good Work Truck
Tim Mahoney, 03/23/2005
2004 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 4dr Extended Cab Work Truck 4WD LB (6.0L 8cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have owned the Chevy 2500hd for about six months and I have not had any problems with this truck whatsoever. I think the towing power of this truck is second to none and have no problems pulling a trailer loaded with 400gal of water and barrels loaded with soaping solutions for my business. I also have an industrial grade power washing unit bolted down in my trailer with weight totlaing about 3 tons when loaded for jobs. This truck pulls the trailer like its not even there. I also plow accounts with the truck and have no problem doing this either, even when the snow is a foot high or better. Overall I have had good luck with this truck and never thought that I would own CHEVY not Ford..
Real truck
cwbyfan, 06/09/2006
2004 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 4dr Extended Cab LS 4WD SB (6.0L 8cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I just recently bought this truck almost a month ago and I absolutly love it. Gas milage stinks but it's a beast so what can you expect? I have the 6.0l engine and it sounds great with dual Flowmaster 40 series. I have noticed the turning radius is not all that great. I do like the gooseneck hitch in the back as I have towed a horse trailer with 6 horses in it. I also regularly tow a 22ft party barge. I would definitely recomend this to anyone who wants a real truck.
My best truck ever
mam643, 06/14/2006
2004 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 4dr Extended Cab LS Rwd SB (6.0L 8cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I've had this truck since new in '04. A truly fantastic truck to drive and tow with. The Durmax engine with the Allison tranny is a superb setup. The best GM has ever put out. I think the ride is a bit rough when empty though. I may try upgrading to new shocks and tires here soon.
bad paint and clear coat
lynn hagen, 11/13/2015
2004 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 4dr Extended Cab Rwd SB (6.0L 8cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
the clear coat is peeling badly
Garbage!
Ade , 07/12/2021
2004 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 4dr Extended Cab LT 4WD SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
These trucks like everything american made these days is completely unreliable. If you buy one used expect to have to fix every part on this truck weekly and thats just to drive it and not tow anything. Doesnt matter if it's the Duramax or gas its all [non-permissible content removed].
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Bill's new 2004 Chev
Bill Craig, 03/10/2004
2004 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 4dr Extended Cab LT 4WD SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
I was impressed the first time I drove this truck by the smothness of the 2500 HD 4 wheel drive. Much improved over previous model's ride. Although the truck still has less than 700 miles I have notice that the gas mileage is improving as the miles add up. The progamable features which allow custom features is much better than the fixed features of earlier models. Power and towing is impressive. I have towed my John Deere tractor (6000 lb + 2500 trailer) up an gravel road incline on my ranch and the truck did not show any signs of slipage of the transmission or lack of torque from the engine.
$13,500in engine work before 125,000 miles
6.6 diesel waste of money. , 10/16/2019
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2004 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 4dr Extended Cab LT 4WD LB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 5 people found this review helpful
Purchased a 2004 duramax because the diesel was advertised as the million mile motor. Big joke. At 124,000 my engine temp would not get above 160 and my heat was not working, and when I would shut of the engine the coolant system would overflow into ground. Found out I had a blown head gasket which was pressurizing the coolant system. Once taken apart by the mechanic, found out my glow plugs, injectors and water pump were bad as well. $13,500 later my truck runs great. Chevy should have had a recall I mean I paid $8500 extra for this super engine and it turned out to be a POS. Ended up rebuilding my engine sooner than if I had bought the cheapest car on the lot. What a joke. 5hnaks Chevy for a big fat nothing. Glad the union is striking. Your diesels blow ass. Should have let you go out of business in 2007. Lost this customer for life. [non-permissible content removed]. Update: guess what, blew another head gasket, and water pump. Traded it in on new dodge Cummings. Should have done it months ago. Rides great, awesome truck so far.
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