This guy genuinely enjoys his job and the episode reflects it. He's clear, concise and I LOVE that he doesn't add the cheesy commentary that takes away from the reviews.......like his counterparts tend to do......ALL the time. :(
Not quite, but it would be a start. People need to let gm/chevy hear it. With Ram bringing the TRX out, why not have a Supercharged Silverado ZR2 to compete as well??
@@SDRacing88 If a Silverado got the suspension tech of the ZR2, it could compete pretty well with the Raptor. Spool valve shocks are superior to the shim and disk shocks that the Raptor uses. The torsen front diff in the Raptor would be preferrable to the ZR2's front locker for desert stuff. Other than that, I don't see any area that the Raptor would have a clear advantage in. I know one disadvantage of the Raptor. Those IWE front hubs that Ford uses in their old school vacuum-actuated 4WD are a well-known weakness. Between vacuum leaks and the Torsen's ability to chew the IWE's up with ease, it's a problem that a lot of guys have to fix with mods.
@@karlschauff7989 ok let me rephrase, when I said that, I'm referring to specifically high speed desert running...now I do agree the ZR2 CAN be competitive with the spool valve shocks, but it does have limitations......it lacks the suspension travel the raptor has. I could only imagine longer control arms and larger spool valve shocks......
@@SDRacing88 I would take correctly sized spool valve shocks over a set of Fox Shocks in a heartbeat. There are real benefits to spool valves over shim and disk setups.
Never understood why they make these trail versions of trucks and then put big ass front bumpers on them along with sidesteps which completely screw with the offroad capabilities of these nice trucks
@@andrewsbbq Those factory side steps do not serve as sliders at all. If you land on one it will most likely bend up into the body work and probably damage the mounting point as well.
I think you guys should measure your own break over, departure,approach angles along with the ground clearance. I am sure automakers tend to exaggerate their numbers. Keep on making these awesome videos 👍
you just gave the best "lay person" explanation of the G80 I've seen. People like to hate on it because its old, but hey, it's mechanical and it works, every single time.
I'm in love with this Silverado, GM and Chevy are doing a very great job with the trucks, The HD also it's an amazing improvement to the outgoing models. Thanks Man, Happy 4th.
@@ramtrucks721 Says the guy who's favorite brand is at the bottom of every reliability list. I see that Ram is using PLASTIC upper control arms on the 2019 Ram 1500's. LOL what a joke.
RAM TRUCKS I’d say 2019/2020 is junk years for trucks in general. But, with the exception of design of course. For towing heavy loads, I’d go with a Silverado. Towing under 10k, I’d do an f150. Luxury truck, I’d do a ram. The only thing I don’t like about the 1500 Silverado is the laggy 8 and 10 speeds. I don’t even know how it was possible to ruin the shifts in those but for some reason these years they just aren’t tuned properly. That’s like my only issue with any of the trucks for these years.
Great review! I will be checking out more of your videos in the future. I have never driven a 6.2L GM, but I highly endorse the 5.3L engine. I had a 2000 Silverado 5.3 that currently sits at 330k+ miles, my dad has an '06 GMC with the 4.8L (same block, different stroke) that probably will hit 400k miles in the next few weeks. I picked up a '19 Trail Boss Custom in September and was very impressed with the improved performance versus all the old GM stuff I had driven. Again, I haven't driven a 6.2 and I am not familiar with their durability, but, in my opinion, you can't beat the durability of the 5.3 and I have been happy with the performance trailering ~5,000 pounds with my new Silverado.
Thanks for pushing these vehicles a little. Very few reviewers do this like you do! I believe I am sold on Duratracs. I currently run Mud Grapplers which are ridiculously aggressive but so loud its distracting.
Love the new trucks but just can’t part with my 05 Sierra and 90 Silverado, both simple, get the job done and so easy to work on. Great Video thank you 🇨🇦👍
Hey TFL !! Great review. I myself purchased a 2020 Trail Boss. Ive owned it since Black Friday 2019. I'm really happy with this truck and glad Chevrolet has gotten back into the specialty groups of vehicles. I worked as a Master Technician for 25 yrs with GM and have owned several models of p/u trucks starting with my first new one in 1987. Technology is a great thing and it's all right here at my hands while driving. Everyone should at least drive one and enjoy !!
I love multiple camera videos like this, nothing worse than someone narrating from the inside and we can’t see what’s the vehicle looks like in action. Nicely done.
@guy proulx the GM ignition switches were a really bad stain, but I see GMs quality improving. I have a 99 Tahoe still going strong. However, I am leaning towards the tundra a little more than the Silverado because I dont like the push button tailgate.
guy proulx I like the Tundras but Chevy gives you so much more for the money. New style nicer infotainment system. With the custom you get an affordable raptor type truck.
Nice review. Much better than some of the big name sources who only drive these on a track or around town/highway. It's a 4x4 truck so it's great to see a legit offroad review. I haven't driven a 6.2L truck but I am excited to get behind the wheel of one. I have a 5.3L in my Z71 with 4.10 gears and my friend has a Procharger on his 5.3L Z71 that really makes some great power (12.4 second 1/4 mile) but I can only imagine having a 6.2L to start (and then add boost!). Looking at upgrading my tires from Cooper AT3's to DuraTrac's so glad to see they perform well in the mud.
Things I'd do to it, install air lockers front and rear, install Bilstein or Fox shocks, replace the stock lifts with proper off-road leafs and run 35s then put rock sliders. Steel wheels so no hard feelings if it get dinged.
@@jannonapster120801 They need a new engine. The 2019 Ram can't out-accelerate a 2019 5.3 Silverado. Ram needs to start using the 6.4 Hemi. The old 5.7 is too weak.
Awesome video. Love that theres a TFL Canada. In case you didnt know, I didnt until recently, in the owners manual it states "sport" mode actually changes the steering feel as well. Not a lot, but it is noticeable. Sport mode cuts back some of the electric power steering assist and gives a bit more steering feedback. The new 2019 Rancho suspension is SO much better than the 2018s too. I find my new 19 rides 100x smoother than my 2018 did. I drive a 2019 X31 Sierra not a trail boss though
Have a 2021 and it's going through it's first mud season here in the mountains of New England. Truck is an A+ in the mud. Steady chugging through terribly deep sticky mud with ruts over the axles in some cases and never struggled. Don't like the stock Duratrac tires and plan on going with a bit more lift and new TOYO AT III's for tires but the truck is a proven winner in deep muck and is a confident mudder
The G80 works excellent - I have had a few, they never let me down. But I hate how they all rake the windshields on these new trucks. Makes me love my 16 JKU even more.
Just tested the g80 for the first time on my trailboss last weekend and I was surprised how well it works. It's there when you need it ,but won't engage if you don't
I enjoy your reviews because you take the trucks in the mud. Here in the Southern part of America this more of we would encounter instead of rock climbing.
Totally respect your opinion and I can agree between a 6.2 power vs the 5.3. I think back to driving around in my parents 98' f 150 4.6 Triton vs my uncle 2000 5.3 GMC . Felt like night and day diff in power. Technology helps out with those mpgs also these days .
Great video, just bought one of these that probably will never leave the pavement but loved the way it handled on the road and like the looks of a taller truck.
I like the mechanical locker on the GM / the ford I have is I forget about it til in the mess and the limited slip has you spun down and dirty ... bring a shovel
@@KLX300RMIKE Aww you could be right Mike , but working in the bush and farm fixing back fence lines you never know what is over that hill . I do enough offroading for work really isn't something I consider for fun . Have a good one . Any idea for a good on / off road tire for a Ford ?
I LOVED my G80 on my 2008 Silverado, but the 5.3 was exactly as stated....it's ok. I'm not a big believe in cold air kits but I'd did add a K and N to mine. I definitely noticed a difference. All that aside I LOVE my whole truck,. 2017 Ram 1500 Lariat. Heads and shoulder above my old Silverado in every category, except off roading. Chevy had the Z71 package too.
@@genejackson4261 yeah, I know there's a computer in there somewhere lol compared to today's vehicles, hardly, no wheel sensors, no airbags, no problems 👌👍
Plus I can fix everything myself and don't need a mechanic with a degree in IT to reset a sensor, check engine light or anything... So there's that 🤷🏻♂️
C-Bomb If you are talking about the Custom trim Trail Boss then you are correct, it starts at $40,000. I was talking about the LT trim Trail Boss which starts at $48,000 compared to the AT4 which starts at $50,000.
C-Bomb That’s probably true. I would still rather buy the GMC, but then again I’m still in high school. I’m nowhere close to be able to afford either of the two
@@gpaje Ya, even at 55k USD, Canadians got a lot of credit for financing. You do know everything here in Canada cost more than down south along with much higher taxes so there isn't as much cash in the bank right?
Thanks for the good demo of the locker. Nobody else has really given us that. Kinda crazy to see a $71K sticker price. I got a Custom Trail Boss for $34K.
I have the 5.3 in my GMC and I've never thought it didn't have enough power. I mean over 350 HP. Anyway hold the traction button down for 6 sec to turn stabilitrak off and you'll see it has plenty of power. lol There's a reason they don't want you turning that off often. Definitely break your tires lose fun button.
@@curtisripperger1313 yeah did they have that in 07 when the tundra engine came out? Also I think it requires premium fuel too. Pretty funny toyotas first try at a bigger V8 is actually still competitive today due to the sophistication it has. Might get a few less mpg real world due to it not having silly crap like cyl deactivation and start stop and its gearing doesnt help but it's still insanely reliable and has tons of grunt.
@@pryme2013 yeah it came out in 2013. I have nothing against Toyota. They do have good trucks. I'm just a bit Chevy biased so I had to defend them a bit. Lol
Yeah those Duratrac tires are kind of noisy around town. But fortunately at highway speeds, their pitch gets higher and much more quiet. Don't really notice them then.
I've got the 5.3 and have never drove the 6.2 but I don't want my 5.3 lol. I would have much rather had the 6.2 but they didn't have any there. I just noticed your YT name and I also own a 94 SVT Cobra lol
Great review. Love this truck, and the cool thing is you can get the base trail boss which will go through pretty much everything this one did for just over $40k U.S.. With rebates probably under $40,000.
Well under...when I got a new truck, I went with an ‘18 Z71 instead of the ‘19 because I like the square body design of the ‘18 models a lot more. MSRP was ~$55,000 and got it for ~$36,000. Heck of a deal on a new truck, and I love it. It’s a lot nicer than the 2018 F-150 FX4 (interior falling apart at 14,000 miles) it replaced and gets way better mileage than the 2016 Tundra Off Road I had before that (truck was totaled in a wreck.)
So excited to see this. All your reviews in Canada are awesome. Glad to see you tested it out as you always do, and it looks clean lol. Keep up the great work mate.
So basically if you want a lift and coldair intake under warranty, get a trail boss. Otherwise find a used z71 and level it and put good tires and you have a trail boss. GM needs to wake up and make an actual raptor competitor because we know that ram is working on one.
My 08 sierra has the locker and I love that about this truck. Along with my old 08 Silverado. Love the automatic locker for off-roading and snow. And I love my 285/70/17 duratracs too. They are good off-road tires for an all terrain tire The road noise I like but nothing much more after that.
I think the 5.3L 8speed is fine, with a 10speed it will be sweet. If you can save 5k+ bucks$ go with 5.3L over a 6.2L. Love the 6.2L as well but i think they could boost both of the engines power numbers.
I have the 5.3 in my GMC and its plenty. I've NEVER thought I didn't have enough power. Turn the stabilitrak off by holding the traction button down for 5 sec and you'll see what I mean. It's amazing that we live in a world were over 350 HP is not considered enough anymore. lol.
@@loganholmberg2295 I have a 2017' 5.3 6 speed 3.42 and it's been very reliable but it doesn't seem to have the power numbers GM claims. It has terrible throttle response, slow shifting transmission, and tons of torque management.
@@mmholling87 yes & more yes but notice we are talking about a 8-speed & a future 10-speed. The hydromatic 6L80 is sluggish i tune them all the time. 8 speed is a different animal all together bro
@@UltraSS-nj8kd What's up with all the class action law suits against GM 8speed? Is it really that bad? Can my truck be improved with a tune? My 6 speed shifts terribly slow, and has harsh clunky hit when going into 3 under decent acceleration. I have considered the bullydog programmer. Is it worth it?
Why are they barely talking about lockers? My 2006 Silverado lt back in 07 had the locker and went just as far if not further then dodged and fords 4x4s all I had were bfg all terrains no one ever talked about lockers then years later ford and dodge is like WITH ELECTRONIC LOCKERS and everyone like wow!
How does it handle on plain old dirt roads? Silverados back ends used to just fly up and all over the place in some potholes and washboards and I hated that. Sierras always handled such roads without a blink of an eye.
They just make little water puddles just to say it can drive in the mud but I'd like to see this truck handle a rocky muddy logging road while carrying 800lbs in the bed
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Adding this man to the team was a solid choice by TFL, great move.
This did not age well 🥲
This guy is by far my favorite reviewer on the channel. Solid job.
Better than roman noodles
@@jessicad3013 lolol. I mean, everyone has their own style. I just think he keeps it simple.
I gotta say your reviews are my favorite on TFL. Great job once again!!
Agreed!
Yeah he should basically just stage a coup and take over entirely.
#elmergluecrew
This guy genuinely enjoys his job and the episode reflects it. He's clear, concise and I LOVE that he doesn't add the cheesy commentary that takes away from the reviews.......like his counterparts tend to do......ALL the time. :(
I would love to see Chevy put the technology of the zr2 in a Silverado.
Yes then Chevy would have a raptor fighter
Not quite, but it would be a start. People need to let gm/chevy hear it. With Ram bringing the TRX out, why not have a Supercharged Silverado ZR2 to compete as well??
@@SDRacing88 If a Silverado got the suspension tech of the ZR2, it could compete pretty well with the Raptor. Spool valve shocks are superior to the shim and disk shocks that the Raptor uses. The torsen front diff in the Raptor would be preferrable to the ZR2's front locker for desert stuff. Other than that, I don't see any area that the Raptor would have a clear advantage in. I know one disadvantage of the Raptor. Those IWE front hubs that Ford uses in their old school vacuum-actuated 4WD are a well-known weakness. Between vacuum leaks and the Torsen's ability to chew the IWE's up with ease, it's a problem that a lot of guys have to fix with mods.
@@karlschauff7989 ok let me rephrase, when I said that, I'm referring to specifically high speed desert running...now I do agree the ZR2 CAN be competitive with the spool valve shocks, but it does have limitations......it lacks the suspension travel the raptor has. I could only imagine longer control arms and larger spool valve shocks......
@@SDRacing88 I would take correctly sized spool valve shocks over a set of Fox Shocks in a heartbeat. There are real benefits to spool valves over shim and disk setups.
Never understood why they make these trail versions of trucks and then put big ass front bumpers on them along with sidesteps which completely screw with the offroad capabilities of these nice trucks
its so you can unbox them with a sawzall
Add to the list tailpipes that come out under the rear bumper like the raptor and the rebel
It's so the significant other can get in easily. My Mom won't let my Dad buy a truck unless it has em. lol.
@@andrewsbbq Those factory side steps do not serve as sliders at all. If you land on one it will most likely bend up into the body work and probably damage the mounting point as well.
because the vast majority of people will never take these offroad
love ur reviews.....u drive them like how real world people would drive them......keep up the great job
Happy Canada day, from your brothers in America. Just bought my Trail Boss yesterday and I love it.
Very patriotic. Is that one of the american made silverados or one of the many Mexican made ones?
Thanks bro! Love from Canada
@@pryme2013 Funny thing, my wife and my truck were both made in the same state in Mexico!
I think you guys should measure your own break over, departure,approach angles along with the ground clearance. I am sure automakers tend to exaggerate their numbers.
Keep on making these awesome videos 👍
I believe that's how reviews should be made. Thank you. You are a great host.
I'm impressed with the Trail Boss, it did a good job through all that mud.
you just gave the best "lay person" explanation of the G80 I've seen. People like to hate on it because its old, but hey, it's mechanical and it works, every single time.
I'm in love with this Silverado, GM and Chevy are doing a very great job with the trucks, The HD also it's an amazing improvement to the outgoing models. Thanks Man, Happy 4th.
Garbage. GM is junk
Lol you’re funny! “Junk” 😂
@@ramtrucks721 Says the guy who's favorite brand is at the bottom of every reliability list. I see that Ram is using PLASTIC upper control arms on the 2019 Ram 1500's. LOL what a joke.
@@ramtrucks721 every gm truck i had went over 300k miles and still going strong on my 6th and everyone i know switched from ford and dodge to gm so ok
RAM TRUCKS I’d say 2019/2020 is junk years for trucks in general. But, with the exception of design of course. For towing heavy loads, I’d go with a Silverado. Towing under 10k, I’d do an f150. Luxury truck, I’d do a ram. The only thing I don’t like about the 1500 Silverado is the laggy 8 and 10 speeds. I don’t even know how it was possible to ruin the shifts in those but for some reason these years they just aren’t tuned properly. That’s like my only issue with any of the trucks for these years.
I had a 97 Z71 with the G80. That thing worked great, even at 180k miles. Man I wish I still had that truck.
Jacob D the proven reliable Vortec 350. Miss those days.
Yeah me too. This garbage won't last half as long
Can't wait for the 6.2L Trail Boss.
Jay P you know what is also fun, gmc AT4 is already has the 6.2 is reallly fun
I have the trail boss 6.2 and it’s a beast. I leveled the front and put 35 inch tires.
@@chaddarbonne9263 you got a pic of how 35s look on it?
Great review! I will be checking out more of your videos in the future. I have never driven a 6.2L GM, but I highly endorse the 5.3L engine. I had a 2000 Silverado 5.3 that currently sits at 330k+ miles, my dad has an '06 GMC with the 4.8L (same block, different stroke) that probably will hit 400k miles in the next few weeks. I picked up a '19 Trail Boss Custom in September and was very impressed with the improved performance versus all the old GM stuff I had driven. Again, I haven't driven a 6.2 and I am not familiar with their durability, but, in my opinion, you can't beat the durability of the 5.3 and I have been happy with the performance trailering ~5,000 pounds with my new Silverado.
Thanks for pushing these vehicles a little. Very few reviewers do this like you do! I believe I am sold on Duratracs. I currently run Mud Grapplers which are ridiculously aggressive but so loud its distracting.
Love that you actually did something in the mud, not like the other truck review guys do.
Love the new trucks but just can’t part with my 05 Sierra and 90 Silverado, both simple, get the job done and so easy to work on. Great Video thank you 🇨🇦👍
Hey TFL !! Great review. I myself purchased a 2020 Trail Boss. Ive owned it since Black Friday 2019. I'm really happy with this truck and glad Chevrolet has gotten back into the specialty groups of vehicles. I worked as a Master Technician for 25 yrs with GM and have owned several models of p/u trucks starting with my first new one in 1987. Technology is a great thing and it's all right here at my hands while driving. Everyone should at least drive one and enjoy !!
Man thought this video would never drop, Been craving to see the TrailBoss in that hardcore trail. Well I'll seat back and relax.
I love multiple camera videos like this, nothing worse than someone narrating from the inside and we can’t see what’s the vehicle looks like in action. Nicely done.
Trailboss 6.2 vs TRD Pro 5.7 new video! Trow the duramax 3.0 for bonus footage
All of yall are a waste of my time!
@guy proulx the GM ignition switches were a really bad stain, but I see GMs quality improving. I have a 99 Tahoe still going strong. However, I am leaning towards the tundra a little more than the Silverado because I dont like the push button tailgate.
guy proulx I like the Tundras but Chevy gives you so much more for the money. New style nicer infotainment system. With the custom you get an affordable raptor type truck.
Nice review. Much better than some of the big name sources who only drive these on a track or around town/highway. It's a 4x4 truck so it's great to see a legit offroad review. I haven't driven a 6.2L truck but I am excited to get behind the wheel of one. I have a 5.3L in my Z71 with 4.10 gears and my friend has a Procharger on his 5.3L Z71 that really makes some great power (12.4 second 1/4 mile) but I can only imagine having a 6.2L to start (and then add boost!). Looking at upgrading my tires from Cooper AT3's to DuraTrac's so glad to see they perform well in the mud.
He took tfl to an all new level 😆
Really love the camera angle at 4:35. You should do it more often
I love this guy, he ain't Afraid to get dirty or to break the truck......also love the way he talks about the trucks.....
Things I'd do to it, install air lockers front and rear, install Bilstein or Fox shocks, replace the stock lifts with proper off-road leafs and run 35s then put rock sliders. Steel wheels so no hard feelings if it get dinged.
Is air lockers available for the front. If so where
I have a 2021 Trail Boss. Damn that looks like so much fun. Trail Boss is definitely the Boss of any and every Trail
Already looking forward to the next Silverado refresh
Amen
I just hope Ram comes to their senses and gets rid of the ugly mug on the Rebel. Totally ruins the truck.
Even with there refresh Ram still comes to the top...🤣🤣
@@jannonapster120801 They need a new engine. The 2019 Ram can't out-accelerate a 2019 5.3 Silverado. Ram needs to start using the 6.4 Hemi. The old 5.7 is too weak.
Uhhh, dude, a ram will smoke a 5.3 Chevy, better check again
Awesome video. Love that theres a TFL Canada. In case you didnt know, I didnt until recently, in the owners manual it states "sport" mode actually changes the steering feel as well. Not a lot, but it is noticeable. Sport mode cuts back some of the electric power steering assist and gives a bit more steering feedback. The new 2019 Rancho suspension is SO much better than the 2018s too. I find my new 19 rides 100x smoother than my 2018 did. I drive a 2019 X31 Sierra not a trail boss though
I like the g80 locker mine normally locks a soon as there is any slippage and works great.
I’ve watched a lot of videos but this one convinced me to buy. Just brought my new truck home tonight. Good job!!
Mine was 44,820
YES YES YES! FINALLY SOME REAL OFFROADING!
Have a 2021 and it's going through it's first mud season here in the mountains of New England. Truck is an A+ in the mud. Steady chugging through terribly deep sticky mud with ruts over the axles in some cases and never struggled. Don't like the stock Duratrac tires and plan on going with a bit more lift and new TOYO AT III's for tires but the truck is a proven winner in deep muck and is a confident mudder
Just make sure you keep the thing undercoated with fluid film or some kind of oil and you should have a truck that might last you more than 10 yrs.
This is now the best Trail Boss.
Great Truck.
Reminds me of the old school Chevy Big Block.
REAL TRUCKS.
The G80 works excellent - I have had a few, they never let me down.
But I hate how they all rake the windshields on these new trucks. Makes me love my 16 JKU even more.
You should see how bad it is on the new Ram heavy duties. It's so raked it reminds me of the older Chrysler Concorde.
This guy is a great speaker. Great reviewer
I didnt know Luke Combs was doing truck videos now! Great video ;)
Just got my 2020 and cannot WAIT to take it out and find some mud!
A block lift on a 60K truck? Wow
Probably a piece of 2x4 too. But luckily they do use pressure treated studs. Lmao
60k??? Lol
Just tested the g80 for the first time on my trailboss last weekend and I was surprised how well it works. It's there when you need it ,but won't engage if you don't
I enjoy your reviews because you take the trucks in the mud. Here in the Southern part of America this more of we would encounter instead of rock climbing.
Totally respect your opinion and I can agree between a 6.2 power vs the 5.3. I think back to driving around in my parents 98' f 150 4.6 Triton vs my uncle 2000 5.3 GMC . Felt like night and day diff in power. Technology helps out with those mpgs also these days .
Steve Mad Maxin it in the Chevy Trail Boss ! Happy Independence Day !
Great video, just bought one of these that probably will never leave the pavement but loved the way it handled on the road and like the looks of a taller truck.
I like the mechanical locker on the GM / the ford I have is I forget about it til in the mess and the limited slip has you spun down and dirty ... bring a shovel
@John S noo
If you're not capable of engaging a locker before you're stuck maybe offloading isn't for you.
@@KLX300RMIKE Aww you could be right Mike , but working in the bush and farm fixing back fence lines you never know what is over that hill . I do enough offroading for work really isn't something I consider for fun . Have a good one . Any idea for a good on / off road tire for a Ford ?
Mahalo. I have a 2019 TRAIL BOSS LT didn’t really get it off road too much. But thanks to your review i know it can handle anything that get in way
Hope your cameraman checked for ticks after this
I LOVED my G80 on my 2008 Silverado, but the 5.3 was exactly as stated....it's ok. I'm not a big believe in cold air kits but I'd did add a K and N to mine. I definitely noticed a difference. All that aside I LOVE my whole truck,. 2017 Ram 1500 Lariat. Heads and shoulder above my old Silverado in every category, except off roading. Chevy had the Z71 package too.
Lariat? lol wtf
@@hochhaul Drinking and TH-cam she never mix! Laramie. :)
I STILL can't get it right! "SHOULD" never mix. My excuse this time? Not having glasses on and using tiny phone keyboard.
I'll still take my 94 Silverado. 350v8, 4x4 on the floor and g80 locker-(not the limited slip) over today's computers on wheels lol
Does your obd1 not operate the tps and all that stuff?? Seems like you do have a computer on wheels 🤔🤔🤔
@@genejackson4261 yeah, I know there's a computer in there somewhere lol compared to today's vehicles, hardly, no wheel sensors, no airbags, no problems 👌👍
Plus I can fix everything myself and don't need a mechanic with a degree in IT to reset a sensor, check engine light or anything... So there's that 🤷🏻♂️
I have a 93 Chevy with a 454 4x4 on the floor
To be fair these trucks arent aimed at use younger generation there aimed at the boomers or people in there late 40s
Great review! Being a truck guy I appreciate your reviews!! Need more of these!
Duratracs one of the best A/T tires
you can just tell this dude is having a blast hammering on this 70k rig lmao, can’t blame him. awesome vid
Hope too see the AT4 with the 3.0 soon
John Creasy still not included in the configurator
I love the way you test these Stephen!
The GMC AT4 has the 6.2 and I think it looks nicer for just a little more money
I agree. Dont know why GM did not offer the 6.2 on the Trailboss the same year as on the AT4.
Todd Clark Bad decision from the person in charge of Chevy trucks
It was a money-based decision
C-Bomb If you are talking about the Custom trim Trail Boss then you are correct, it starts at $40,000. I was talking about the LT trim Trail Boss which starts at $48,000 compared to the AT4 which starts at $50,000.
C-Bomb That’s probably true. I would still rather buy the GMC, but then again I’m still in high school. I’m nowhere close to be able to afford either of the two
The filming on this video was really cool with the side by side following. Hopefully you can do this on more videos.
$72k Canadian? Damn, Canadians today got a lot of credit to finance these.
That's only 55k USD
You need to do the conversion, not 1:1 with USD.
@@gpaje Ya, even at 55k USD, Canadians got a lot of credit for financing. You do know everything here in Canada cost more than down south along with much higher taxes so there isn't as much cash in the bank right?
You can talk that price down substantially or wait until there is a great sale like towards the end of the year on current models.
Thanks for the good demo of the locker. Nobody else has really given us that.
Kinda crazy to see a $71K sticker price. I got a Custom Trail Boss for $34K.
Bull crap. I just bought a 2020 trail boss. $53k for $45k
GREAT looking truck - the new 3/4 and 1 ton are awesome!!!
Best review I've seen yet, great job man!
Happy Canada n USA day👍Truck yeah I wanted you say truck yeah.
Me: Getting a used truck.
Car Salesman: Nice clean truck only had 1 owner.
The owner: 3:50
I have the 5.3 in my GMC and I've never thought it didn't have enough power. I mean over 350 HP. Anyway hold the traction button down for 6 sec to turn stabilitrak off and you'll see it has plenty of power. lol There's a reason they don't want you turning that off often. Definitely break your tires lose fun button.
Yawnnnn. The Tundra has had more power and torque since 2007.
@@pryme2013 the 5.3 is only their mid level engine. The 6.2 makes much more horse power than the tundra's top level engine
@@curtisripperger1313 yeah did they have that in 07 when the tundra engine came out? Also I think it requires premium fuel too. Pretty funny toyotas first try at a bigger V8 is actually still competitive today due to the sophistication it has. Might get a few less mpg real world due to it not having silly crap like cyl deactivation and start stop and its gearing doesnt help but it's still insanely reliable and has tons of grunt.
@@pryme2013 yeah it came out in 2013. I have nothing against Toyota. They do have good trucks. I'm just a bit Chevy biased so I had to defend them a bit. Lol
@@pryme2013 I badly walked a 18-19' Tundra in my 19' 5.0 F150 Lariat yesterday.😅
BAD ASS OFF ROAD VIDEO DUDE, THANKS FROM BEAUTIFUL COSTA RICA!
I've been waiting for this video
This is a good review not just driving into town.
Lawn mower sitting in knee-high weeds at 6:25?? lol
Hahahahahahah! Good eye!
Best review I seen off road in a while. Thanks!
Great video Stephen. Beautiful truck but 74k Canadian, yikes.
Yeah but you can get that same exact truck for around 48k American dollars. Sticker price don't mean anything these days
Yeah those Duratrac tires are kind of noisy around town. But fortunately at highway speeds, their pitch gets higher and much more quiet. Don't really notice them then.
I always say once you drive a 6.2 you’ll never ever pick the 5.3.
I allows say once a girl finds an 8 she will never go back to a 6
@@liammiddleton3064 once you have steak you cant go back to hamburger
@@hurricane8634 once you have a shake you cant have ice cream.
I've got the 5.3 and have never drove the 6.2 but I don't want my 5.3 lol. I would have much rather had the 6.2 but they didn't have any there. I just noticed your YT name and I also own a 94 SVT Cobra lol
@@hurricane8634 once you ground wagyu steak for your burger other people look at you like you committed meat genocide
I've done trails like that regularly in a '98 Corolla many moons ago. Never seemed to mind it either. Nice truck too!
2006 was my last new one. Wasn't getting the active fuel management bullshit. So many valve issues
You know you can deactivate it, right?
Have been leaning towards a Tundra, but GM is throwing out crazy deals, especially with the TrailBoss, which is the only Silverado package I like.
Great review. Love this truck, and the cool thing is you can get the base trail boss which will go through pretty much everything this one did for just over $40k U.S.. With rebates probably under $40,000.
Well under...when I got a new truck, I went with an ‘18 Z71 instead of the ‘19 because I like the square body design of the ‘18 models a lot more. MSRP was ~$55,000 and got it for ~$36,000. Heck of a deal on a new truck, and I love it. It’s a lot nicer than the 2018 F-150 FX4 (interior falling apart at 14,000 miles) it replaced and gets way better mileage than the 2016 Tundra Off Road I had before that (truck was totaled in a wreck.)
@@jacobivy2854 you're right, after posting this I saw base Trail Bosses advertised at local dealers for low $30's. One was under $30k.
@@jacobivy2854 Agreed the 18 is MUCH better looking that this locomotive front end monster.
So excited to see this. All your reviews in Canada are awesome. Glad to see you tested it out as you always do, and it looks clean lol. Keep up the great work mate.
I love the front end but the rear they could have done better
Such a good job for TFL
So basically if you want a lift and coldair intake under warranty, get a trail boss. Otherwise find a used z71 and level it and put good tires and you have a trail boss. GM needs to wake up and make an actual raptor competitor because we know that ram is working on one.
My 08 sierra has the locker and I love that about this truck. Along with my old 08 Silverado. Love the automatic locker for off-roading and snow. And I love my 285/70/17 duratracs too. They are good off-road tires for an all terrain tire The road noise I like but nothing much more after that.
Great review man I just subscribed! And nice truck as well!
The 6.2 is just a toy. The 5.3 is rated to pull more and IMO sounds better. Tried both and ended up purchasing the 5.3 TB LT and couldnt be happier.
Would don't the other TFL channels do offroad videos like these
Agreed with the many comments below, your reviews are great man. Keep them coming.
I love watching TFL truck. You guys could cover the election and id watch it.
Excellent presenter! Thank you Mr Canada
Seems like it was moving pretty quick for 4low at the end there. Hmm
It has a 2.72:1 ratio. The F-150 and Ram use a 2.64:1 transfer case ratio.
@@hochhaul but has the 10 speed auto, which has a super low 1st for an automatic
I feel like I’m in a new Dukes of Hazzard… 2023.. just a good old boy…
I think the 5.3L 8speed is fine, with a 10speed it will be sweet. If you can save 5k+ bucks$ go with 5.3L over a 6.2L. Love the 6.2L as well but i think they could boost both of the engines power numbers.
I have the 5.3 in my GMC and its plenty. I've NEVER thought I didn't have enough power. Turn the stabilitrak off by holding the traction button down for 5 sec and you'll see what I mean. It's amazing that we live in a world were over 350 HP is not considered enough anymore. lol.
@@loganholmberg2295 I have a 2017' 5.3 6 speed 3.42 and it's been very reliable but it doesn't seem to have the power numbers GM claims. It has terrible throttle response, slow shifting transmission, and tons of torque management.
@@mmholling87 yes & more yes but notice we are talking about a 8-speed & a future 10-speed. The hydromatic 6L80 is sluggish i tune them all the time. 8 speed is a different animal all together bro
@@UltraSS-nj8kd What's up with all the class action law suits against GM 8speed? Is it really that bad? Can my truck be improved with a tune? My 6 speed shifts terribly slow, and has harsh clunky hit when going into 3 under decent acceleration. I have considered the bullydog programmer. Is it worth it?
Great off road testing. Tims coffee sure packs a punch.
Why are they barely talking about lockers? My 2006 Silverado lt back in 07 had the locker and went just as far if not further then dodged and fords 4x4s all I had were bfg all terrains no one ever talked about lockers then years later ford and dodge is like WITH ELECTRONIC LOCKERS and everyone like wow!
How does it handle on plain old dirt roads?
Silverados back ends used to just fly up and all over the place in some potholes and washboards and I hated that. Sierras always handled such roads without a blink of an eye.
Rear end does get a little squirrelly. I think it’s the ranchos.
Is it me or is Canadian mud wetter than US mud?
Joseph Whiskey Beale it is because the mud contains maple syrup
Canadian mud has an accent eh
They just make little water puddles just to say it can drive in the mud but I'd like to see this truck handle a rocky muddy logging road while carrying 800lbs in the bed
Definitely not mud, just dirty water.
They say that about our women too 😂
So finally a 6.2 TrailBoss
Amr Al Khalili 2020
In a month or two when the 2020 Trail Boss comes out, it will have the option for the 6.2 and 10-speed.
I drive a blue 2019 chevey silverado z71 LT, Its nice
I just paid off my 2018 Z. Feels great
This dude bogs deep. I like it. Great review.
That's mainly 2 wheel drive off roaring in the south
My 2 wheel drive taco with lockers that I used to have would get me thru a lot of things, but as soon as I would hit an incline that was the end.
My '07 Dodge pickup had a great LSD in the rear. It would lock-up sometimes just pulling out onto the street. It did very well off-road, too.
Limited slips dont necessarily "lock up". This truck has a true locker.