Bullet Ladd
11/5/2006 3:13:50 AM
From what I've been reading here on the forums, it looks like these big heavy beasts are slow. Probably attributed to the 4:10 gears. Which suck anyway. Wish there was an option for 3:73. But really how slow are they?
I've had an '05 Escalade and the response was great. I'm getting weary about my H2 SUT purchase. What do you guys think?
I realize it's not the same vehicle, but damn the forums sure don't paint a pretty picture.
HummBob
11/5/2006 3:47:56 AM
Well, you're not getting a Corvette, but with some "tweaks" (CAI, Exhaust), my SUV(I'm sure the same is to be said for the SUT) has quite a bit of PEP!! Plus IT'S A HUMMER....Like Nothing Else!!
blackstangs281
11/5/2006 6:39:10 AM
If you are concerned about speed, then a Hummer is not the anwser. Although like HummBob said, with the little extra things, it will hold it's own. After driving one for a while now, I'm sold. It is "Like nothing else", and I can't imagine driving anything else.
Bullet Ladd
11/5/2006 8:30:14 AM
How do you guys like the ride?
I'm concerned about the straight axles, instead of independent suspension. How rough is it?
Is it something I'll be happy with, especially with my kids in the back seat?
blackstangs281
11/5/2006 12:55:54 PM
quote:
ORIGINAL: Bullet Ladd
How do you guys like the ride?
I'm concerned about the straight axles, instead of independent suspension. How rough is it?
Is it something I'll be happy with, especially with my kids in the back seat?
Ride is good. Go test drive one, you'll see what we mean.
Dennis
11/5/2006 2:06:43 PM
My neighbor has one and I can tell you for a fact, that his son of a beotch is freakin fast...He has an exhaust up grade (can't tell what but it's definitely not stock) and he may have something under the hood too (can't hear a supercharger), but it hauls ass and he can break his tires loose on take off...Sooo..that's what I know..
Sugardaddy
11/6/2006 8:41:02 AM
It's not that slow. It's by no means fast, but I have yet to have a problem. It is what it is. My brother has an 05 Mecedes E 500 was joking with me and asked if I wanted to race. My response was sure, but through the woods!! LOL
shortbus
11/6/2006 10:56:07 AM
quote:
ORIGINAL: Bullet Ladd
How do you guys like the ride?
I'm concerned about the straight axles, instead of independent suspension. How rough is it?
Is it something I'll be happy with, especially with my kids in the back seat?
the only straight axle is in the rear, the front is IFS. i have stiffer shocks than stock, bigger tires at 40 psi, and the ride is great. i can put my 3 kids in the back and feel totally happy (until they start their typical sibling crap, then i need to stop and make them walk). go test drive one, if you don't like it, don't buy one. it's not a sports car, it's a cinderblock, and has the same aerodynamics.
ZYNE
11/6/2006 1:08:22 PM
LOL! Yep, best way to describe it ... but the ride is excellent IMHO! It took me all of 3 minutes worth of test driving before I had decided in my mind I was going to get it ...
Sugardaddy
11/6/2006 1:14:41 PM
I was surprised how good the ride is.
CrazyGreek
2/19/2007 1:29:08 PM
i'm going to go and try to get a test drive in today. the dealership near me has their own little offroad place. i might get lucky and go in there.
walc
2/19/2007 2:51:00 PM
IMO, acceleration and ride comfort are A+.
Gunner_45
2/19/2007 3:19:51 PM
quote:
ORIGINAL: Bullet Ladd
From what I've been reading here on the forums, it looks like these big heavy beasts are slow. Probably attributed to the 4:10 gears. Which suck anyway. Wish there was an option for 3:73. But really how slow are they?
I've had an '05 Escalade and the response was great. I'm getting weary about my H2 SUT purchase. What do you guys think?
I realize it's not the same vehicle, but damn the forums sure don't paint a pretty picture.
I think the real question here is "WHY DO YOU WANT A H2".............?
Seriously................
Since speed seems to be one of your major criteria for selecting a vehicle, why would you be interested in a H2?
However, it is good that you are researching the H2 via these forums prior to purchase....
Good luck with your decision making process.
CrazyGreek
2/19/2007 5:20:27 PM
quote:
ORIGINAL: walc
IMO, acceleration and ride comfort are A+.
+1. absolutely. i just got back from a test drive. mashing the gas had pretty good acceleraation for something that ways about 7K lbs. and the ride comfort was exceptional. with all of the potholes and messed up roads in houston, it just rolled over them w/ a small bump, IMPRESSIVE!! and the offroad capability was great, went through very thick mud and got through no problem .wheels only slipped slightly. i love the SUT!!!
P.S. Walc, you have a nice set of whips!!
RutDogg
2/19/2007 5:58:08 PM
quote:
ORIGINAL: Bullet Ladd
From what I've been reading here on the forums, it looks like these big heavy beasts are slow. Probably attributed to the 4:10 gears. Which suck anyway. Wish there was an option for 3:73. But really how slow are they?
I've had an '05 Escalade and the response was great. I'm getting weary about my H2 SUT purchase. What do you guys think?
I realize it's not the same vehicle, but damn the forums sure don't paint a pretty picture.
You seem very apprehensive about purchasing a Hummer. Hummers are wonderful vehicles but they are not for everyone which is why you don't see tons of Hummers on the road like other vehicles (Toyota Camrys). Every one of us purchased our Hummers for different reasons, but I think we can all agree that there's a certain pride of ownership (so to speak) that we feel by owning such a unique vehicle. These vehicles may not be fast, but they are some of the safest vehicles on the road and they can go virtually anywhere. When the H3 came out there was absolutely no doubt in my mind that I was going to own one. I guess what I'm trying to say is just be sure that this vehicle is the one for you.
RutDogg
2/19/2007 5:59:59 PM
quote:
ORIGINAL: Dennis
My neighbor has one and I can tell you for a fact, that his son of a beotch is freakin fast...He has an exhaust up grade (can't tell what but it's definitely not stock) and he may have something under the hood too (can't hear a supercharger), but it hauls ass and he can break his tires loose on take off...Sooo..that's what I know..
Nice pic Dennis....way to keep that chrome shining.
littlehummerboy
2/19/2007 6:27:22 PM
quote:
ORIGINAL: RutDogg
You seem very apprehensive about purchasing a Hummer. Hummers are wonderful vehicles but they are not for everyone which is why you don't see tons of Hummers on the road like other vehicles (Toyota Camrys). Every one of us purchased our Hummers for different reasons, but I think we can all agree that there's a certain pride of ownership (so to speak) that we feel by owning such a unique vehicle. These vehicles may not be fast, but they are some of the safest vehicles on the road and they can go virtually anywhere. When the H3 came out there was absolutely no doubt in my mind that I was going to own one. I guess what I'm trying to say is just be sure that this vehicle is the one for you.
Rutdogg is right. Hummers are wonderful vehicles, but must suit your requirements. They are not built to be, nor perform like, sports cars, but are a luxury vehicle that can go (if you want) offroad with ease. If safety, quality, versatility, and styling are what you are after, then the H2 might be perfect.
walc
2/19/2007 11:51:34 PM
quote:
ORIGINAL: CrazyGreek
...P.S. Walc, you have a nice set of whips!!
Thanks, Greek.
I like all of them; but, the Hummer is my favorite.
whododat
2/20/2007 1:04:48 PM
actually if you switched from 4.10 to 3.73, it would be even slower.
CrazyGreek
2/20/2007 10:53:35 PM
quote:
ORIGINAL: walc
quote:
ORIGINAL: CrazyGreek
...P.S. Walc, you have a nice set of whips!!
Thanks, Greek.
I like all of them; but, the Hummer is my favorite.
ya the hummer SUT is super nice, and i can't wait till i get mine
. but i love the M3. almost got one and then realized, i love going where i shouldn't be (which a hummer can do) and insurance would absolutely kill me. and don't forget they are a higher cost to own. but i also figured the fuel economy is the same. most M3's get about 14-15mpg on PREMIUM, where as we get 12-13 on REGULAR so it pretty much evens out. what color is it? 6mt or smg?
walc
2/21/2007 12:53:19 PM
quote:
ORIGINAL: CrazyGreek
...most M3's get about 14-15mpg on PREMIUM, where as we get 12-13 on REGULAR so it pretty much evens out. what color is it? 6mt or smg?
:) Actually, my M3 gets around 21 mpg.
It's a 6 speed, mystic blue with black convertible top and gray interior.
CrazyGreek
2/22/2007 12:10:53 AM
quote:
ORIGINAL: walc
quote:
ORIGINAL: CrazyGreek
...most M3's get about 14-15mpg on PREMIUM, where as we get 12-13 on REGULAR so it pretty much evens out. what color is it? 6mt or smg?
:) Actually, my M3 gets around 21 mpg.
It's a 6 speed, mystic blue with black convertible top and gray interior.
really, that's impressive. most of the guys i talked to on M3Forum.com said that they got 14-16mpg.
