Test drove a DCSB today with the 5.7 and all I got to say is WOW . That thing had some N**s under it. The question i have from all the owners with both the 4.7 and 5.7 is how is the mileage, ride, sound and easier to find goodies for it. I am in the market again for a truck so this would help.
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5.7 all the way or you will kick yourself later. Way more power and mileage is just as good or better with the 5.7. I dont understand any advantage with getting a 4.7 other than maybe a bit more $$ saved initially.
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5.7 all the way or you will kick yourself later. Way more power and mileage is just as good or better with the 5.7. I dont understand any advantage with getting a 4.7 other than maybe a bit more $$ saved initially.
Yep, agreed on everything. If you get the 4.7, sooner or later you're gonna be wishin' for some Viagra for it...great, that's gonna offend someone.
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It all depends. Do you want a fast truck that can tow 10K lbs? Get the 5.7. Or do you just want a truck to drive to your local 7-11 and get a Big Gulp? Then get the 4.7.
There is a TS member who owns both a 5.7 and 4.7 (current gen). I remember reading the thread where he compares the tow a while back but I can't find it. Maybe someone who remembers can post the link.
I have a 2008 5.7L Double Cab, just came over from owning a 2003 Dodge Ram with a 4.7L. all I can say is the 4.7L ( toy or ram) is way under powering a truck this size. Get the big motor, I spent almost 6 years regretting the 4.7L, don't --'be like mike'.
It all depends. Do you want a fast truck that can tow 10K lbs? Get the 5.7. Or do you just want a truck to drive to your local 7-11 and get a Big Gulp? Then get the 4.7.
I got and use my 5.7 to get groceries, refill my 5 gallon water containers, and ocassionally haul lumber. It may be overkill right now, but still, I've got the 5.7. If I decide in the future that i'll be towing 10,000 lbs, i'd still have the 5.7. Plus the red on the badge makes it look all spiffy.
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I have the 4.7, I traded a GMC 2500 with the 6.0 for for my Tundra. I really miss the power. Even though I dont haul anything I still wish for the 5.7. Aftermarket parts, upgrades, is real hard to find for the 4.7. How do I talk the wife into trading for a new truck?
I have the 4.7, I traded a GMC 2500 with the 6.0 for for my Tundra. I really miss the power. Even though I dont haul anything I still wish for the 5.7. Aftermarket parts, upgrades, is real hard to find for the 4.7. How do I talk the wife into trading for a new truck?
Common you can do it. Ive had 3 new trucks in 4 years lol
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The EPA mileage on the 4.7L is 14/17 and the mileage on the 5.7L is 14/18. For the difference it is a no brainer on the 5.7L. Tows more and does not have to work as hard when towing.
4.7 or 5.7????
. That thing had some N**s under it. The question i have from all the owners with both the 4.7 and 5.7 is how is the mileage, ride, sound and easier to find goodies for it. I am in the market again for a truck so this would help.
JT
if you drove both its no brainer 
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