Thinking about getting a 10 H3T

[maxpower220]

I currently own a 09 Chevy Avalanche. I replaced a 02 Avalanche z71. I really like my truck, but when I bought it, I did not get 4WD. That was a mistake, as this is the first truck I have owned that was not 4WD. So, I came across a nice 10 H3T Alfa (24,000 miles, sunroof, backup camera) The bad is no leather, missing the bed latches, missing the roof rack, only a 4 speed auto. I like it, but I am concerned about the demise of Hummer, less equipment, and getting a smaller truck. I would like for it have leather, which I can add. However, there seem to be few places that deal with this seat. Gas mileage is also of concern, I don't mind 15-16 around town and 17 HWY.

My plan is to keep it basically stock, maybe going up to a 285 tire when these need to be replaced, and a cat back exhaust. I have a Pioneer GPS/DVD receiver that I would put in from my Avy. Just wondering if anyone has made the switch from an Avalanche (or full size truck) and what you thought. I need a truck bed, so a SUV won't work for me. I pull a ski boat some times, so it must be an Alfa. I work from home, so general driving around town and once a month, I drive about 450 miles each way for work. That trip will probably stop in May 13.

Thanks for any input on the good or the bad.

 

[3Hummers]

15 mpg is about right for the Alpha. Great trucks. Parts aren't really a problem. You will love the truck but not sure if the switch from a full size truck will work for you or not.

 

[TAPDH3T]

I went from a 6.2L GMC Denali crew cab to my T Alpha!! I had the same issue with my truck not being full will drive.. I miss the power of my 6.2 but love me hummer way more.. I have always loved the mid size truck!! Personally if I didn't get a T I prolly would of went to a Tacoma!!!

 

[maxpower220]

Well, the dealer and I could not come to terms for money in price difference between his H3T and my Avalanche. I left him with an offer which I feel is fair and in line with other H3Ts for sale on the internet.

How many parts on the H3 T are shared with the Colorado truck? While I have not found anything specific about that, looking at a new Colorado there seems to be many similar parts.

 

[Portager]

I love my H3T Alpha and I plan to drive it until the government takes my license away. The smaller bed is slight inconvenience once in awhile, when you need to haul something large. However, it is big enough most of the time and once in awhile I rent a trailer. I have the luxury package which includes heated leather seats and the off road package which includes front and rear lockers, 33" tires and a 4:1 transfer case. For me support has been great because my local GM dealer used to be Tustin Hummer and they provide great Hummer service. Unfortunately, some GM dealers are not very Hummer literate. I'd visit your local GM dealer and see if they can spell HUMMER. They might even help you find a good one. Some dealers provide better service to vehicles they sold.

If you plan to do any off roading hold out for the off road package. The front and rear lockers are awesome!

As for commonality of Colorado parts there are a few but not a lot. Zach might know. A Chevy or GMC dealer might be a better choice for getting the Hummer serviced since the might stock the parts that are common.

 

[Bigunit]

It's been written that the H3T and the Corado share between 10-15% of the same components which are mostly drivetrain related (engine and tranny) but after that, they are completely different vehicles. http://www.4-the-love-of-jeeps.com/hummer-hands-down-jeeps-no-contest.html

I also had saved the following info a while back but can't remeber now who wote this:

The H3T has a stretched version of the H3 frame and suspension. As you may or may not know the frame of the H3 is very different from the Canyon/Colorado. GM took the Canyon/Colorado frame, added two extra crossmembers, bracing for the body mounts and boxed the front and rear. Below is a side by side of the 2.

Stronger front Alum. diff. (colorado uses a clamshell in the front)
Totaly different front diff (cast iron on the 08-10 Alphas and 09-10 I5Adventures)
Stronger axles
Stronger half shafts
Stronger tie rods
Different brakes
Different rack and pinion
Different shocks and torsion bars
Different Rear Hotchkis spring packs
Stronger transfer-case
Front/Rear disc
Upgraded brake systems

Hope this helps.

 

[maxpower220]

I know the engine and tranny are probably the same (how different can they be?). I was looking for leather seats and the interior or the Colorado seems to be close to the same as the H3T. Just wondering if the rear front and seat was the same. I can find aftermarket for Chevy stuff, but not so much for the H3T. I understand why. Thanks for the inputs.