3/4 Ton of fun - ‘95 Sierra

[Caman96]

I think Borgeson is saying it’s meant for a 1/2 ton and a 3/4 ton, but not a 1 ton. I’m pretty sure that the 3/4 and 1 tons both used the 80mm box and 1/2 tons used the 70mm. So Borgeson has lumped the 1/2 and 3/4 together.

 

[454C2500Longbed]

I think Borgeson is saying it’s meant for a 1/2 ton and a 3/4 ton, but not a 1 ton. I’m pretty sure that the 3/4 and 1 tons both used the 80mm box and 1/2 tons used the 70mm. So Borgeson has lumped the 1/2 and 3/4 together.

Did the LD 3/4 tons use the 70mm box?

 

[someotherguy]

Did the LD 3/4 tons use the 70mm box?

I've never paid attention to even know there was a difference but I'd say based on my other experiences with 2500LD's, they'll use whatever box the 1500's use. They are quite literally a 1500 with a 9.5" 14 bolt, an extra leaf spring, and a few small gussets added to the frame in a few places.

Richard

 

[Caman96]

I've never paid attention to even know there was a difference but I'd say based on my other experiences with 2500LD's, they'll use whatever box the 1500's use. They are quite literally a 1500 with a 9.5" 14 bolt, an extra leaf spring, and a few small gussets added to the frame in a few places.

Richard

Yes, that’s correct, but @fancyTBI 95 Sierra c2500 is not a LD and his came originally with the larger bore 80mm.

83 - 70mm

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84 - 80mm

 

[someotherguy]

Yes, that’s correct, but @fancyTBI 95 Sierra c2500 is not a LD

I know. I was responding to ol' boy asking about the LD. I would never imply Mr. Fancy is rolling anything less than an 8 lugger.. except for those other trucks of his.

Richard

 

[fancyTBI]

So they're denying you a refund based on some nonsensical technicality? Are they claiming you chose the wrong box, used it in the wrong application and that damaged it? Or just that you chose the wrong box and it's nonrefundable because it was installed?

Fck Borgeson, is what I'm thinking. Which is a shame to think about, but if it's junk, and their support matches, then fck 'em.

Richard

They are claiming that the box should work with any application that has a front axle weight of 4,400lbs or less. See my two attached emails for some extra info.

Basically I asked: if it isn’t meant for 3500s and the 8600gvwr 2500 isn’t that much different, is this box only meant for 1500s and LD2500s. They responded with the weight comment. Mind you, this information isn’t on their website or Summit. Not the bore size, not the weight, they directed me to summit for a return if I wasn’t happy. Because summit always takes back stuff outside of the return window that’s been used.

Wait, they are claiming the front axle weight must be at least 4,400lbs or the warranty/return is void? Total BS.

Have you still got the box or is it in their possession?

Flip it around, recommended for trucks with a front axle weight of 4,400lbs or less. I have the box still. I followed up today with Borgeson about the weight (fully loaded, yes but still less than their limit) and where to go from here. If I warranty it, it’s going to someone else. If they give me a refund, great. $570 or so for this box.

Did the LD 3/4 tons use the 70mm box?

I agree with Richard. Those trucks are so similar to the 1500s. I’ll let you know when I pick up my LD later this year.

Yes, that’s correct, but @fancyTBI 95 Sierra c2500 is not a LD and his came originally with the larger bore 80mm.

83 - 70mm

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84 - 80mm

Something I don’t know I mentioned, Turn One said that cast number isn’t always consistent with the bore size. But it’s more likely than not that the numbers do coincide with what you’ve shared. Good indicator though!

I know. I was responding to ol' boy asking about the LD. I would never imply Mr. Fancy is rolling anything less than an 8 lugger.. except for those other trucks of his.

Richard

More lugs more less no money.

 

[Caman96]

Probably worth mentioning that it also seems they are failing epically on the 1500’s as well. I’d definitely try and return it to Summit.

 

[Caman96]

Something I don’t know I mentioned, Turn One said that cast number isn’t always consistent with the bore size. But it’s more likely than not that the numbers do coincide with what you’ve shared. Good indicator though!

Did Turn 1 confirm yours was the larger 80mm? I know earlier in this thread you pointed out it did have 84 mark.

 

[fancyTBI]

Did Turn 1 confirm yours was the larger 80mm? I know earlier in this thread you pointed out it did have 84 mark.

It’s the 80mm

 

[fancyTBI]

I called Summit and explained everything to them. They said they would accept a return for a full refund. I am outside the 180 day return window but they obliged. And they thought it was weird how the box has a warranty but it has to be warrantied through Borgeson and not Summit. “Contradictory” they said.