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czargee
06-01-2009, 05:58 PM
Before

http://i612.photobucket.com/albums/tt204/czargee/2004%20GMC%20Yukon/Picture1.png

After

http://i612.photobucket.com/albums/tt204/czargee/2004%20GMC%20Yukon/DSC06923_v2.jpg

http://i612.photobucket.com/albums/tt204/czargee/2004%20GMC%20Yukon/DSC06925_v2.jpg

http://i612.photobucket.com/albums/tt204/czargee/2004%20GMC%20Yukon/DSC06926_v2.jpg

http://i612.photobucket.com/albums/tt204/czargee/2004%20GMC%20Yukon/DSC06924_v2.jpg

Rear vent caps were initially Escalade pearl white. I sanded them with 1000 and 2000 and rattle painted them black (3 coats) and clear coat (2 coats).

The plastic applique where the 3rd brake light is attached to was burgundy. I painted that in the same way as the vent caps.

The brake light was faded and oxidized. Sanding, polish and wax brought it back to new.

Cost - Escalade rear vent caps = $20; 2002 Escalade rear window and brake light = $200, paint = $30 ... end result with a clean rear look = priceless.
Shaggy
06-01-2009, 06:08 PM
I like that. You got any pics of the install? Is it just a new back window and top brake setup?
czargee
06-01-2009, 06:56 PM
I like that. You got any pics of the install? Is it just a new back window and top brake setup?What's up Shaggy. No pics of the install yet. And yes, it's a whole new window and brake setup. I removed the Yukon rear window, removed the Yukon 3rd brake light and replaced it with an Escalade rear window (with brake light attached).
R.Beezy
06-01-2009, 07:14 PM
looks good bruh
turboeclips
06-01-2009, 07:28 PM
nice smooth look
oakster
06-01-2009, 07:35 PM
I like it a lot. Great job
Modded
06-01-2009, 07:52 PM
Man you did a great job on that, now lets see if you can possibly debadge it and maybe a roll pan/denali bumper.
czargee
06-02-2009, 04:06 AM
Man you did a great job on that, now lets see if you can possibly debadge it and maybe a roll pan/denali bumper.
Debadging and a Denali bumper sounds like a pretty cool idea!
Mgyver1
06-02-2009, 10:34 AM
There is a 2000-2006 model section in the forum....

But yes that does look really nice and a lot cleaner.
PavementPounder
06-02-2009, 10:41 AM
where did you find that rear window so cheap?! if you can get your hands on another i would throw some extra dough your way to get it for me!!
czargee
06-02-2009, 04:14 PM
There is a 2000-2006 model section in the forum....

But yes that does look really nice and a lot cleaner.

I realized I posted my thread on the wrong section right after submitting it.

And thanks!

---------- Post added at 03:14 PM ---------- Previous post was at 03:09 PM ----------

where did you find that rear window so cheap?! if you can get your hands on another i would throw some extra dough your way to get it for me!!

I found the rear glass on craigslist. A guy was parting out his Escalade that was totaled. I will keep a look out for another glass....
blueflamed03
06-02-2009, 04:44 PM
dig the light man, nice!
AtomicHoe094
06-02-2009, 05:33 PM
damn. really changes the whole appearance of the rear.. good job..
HMFDZ28
06-03-2009, 01:35 AM
That is Pimp.. looks like it should have been there.
matt14
06-03-2009, 01:43 AM
Thats what i wanted to do with the my yukon. I also wanted to add the esky steps and the roof rack.
czargee
06-03-2009, 03:15 PM
That's the next step, adding an Escalade roof rack.
tybardy
06-03-2009, 04:13 PM
look at that ass!!! I LOVE the esky rear light... super sexy
Fyrcaptain
06-03-2009, 06:55 PM
Yep 200 smacks for the glass and light is a great deal.....local salvage yard I called had one.....complete....$900!......I passed......
chistoso
06-03-2009, 08:21 PM
Looks fuckin' tits man!!! What did you do with your OEM brake light? I need one. Hit me up..

Keep up the good work..
Jamison
06-03-2009, 08:57 PM
What year escalades are compatible with our trucks?
Max
06-03-2009, 09:05 PM
Looks good :cheers:
oak510_tahoe
06-03-2009, 11:05 PM
looks great.
danimalmax
06-03-2009, 11:08 PM
what happens with the void on the body with the 3rd brake light when u remove the stock and put the escalade rear window on?
chistoso
06-04-2009, 05:10 PM
what year escalades are compatible with our trucks?

00-06

---------- Post added at 02:10 PM ---------- Previous post was at 02:09 PM ----------

what happens with the void on the body with the 3rd brake light when u remove the stock and put the escalade rear window on?

The Esky Glass covers it, it doesn't have the void that the Hoe/Kon glass has. IIRC.
denalianyone
06-04-2009, 05:53 PM
Throw on a esky bumper instead of a Denali one. After all you are going with the esky scheme.
chrias
06-09-2009, 04:46 PM
I have a fiberglass spoiler on top of my Esky light on my Suburban:)
Fyrcaptain
06-09-2009, 08:50 PM
I have a fiberglass spoiler on top of my Esky light on my Suburban:)

Welcome.....and post some pics!
tann808
06-10-2009, 01:26 PM
That is SICK!!!!!
bwilly20
06-10-2009, 01:51 PM
where the hell did you find the esky vent caps for $20???
czargee
06-10-2009, 03:44 PM
where the hell did you find the esky vent caps for $20???

A guy in San Diego bought a totaled Escalade for the motor. He was parting out all the other parts. He said "How much do you want to buy them off me?" I said "$20." He said "Cool."

Thank you Craig's List!!!
bwilly20
06-11-2009, 02:53 AM
A guy in San Diego bought a totaled Escalade for the motor. He was parting out all the other parts. He said "How much do you want to buy them off me?" I said "$20." He said "Cool."

Thank you Craig's List!!!



yea, that's a damn good deal on those.......
OKLAGMCRUISER
06-11-2009, 12:07 PM
lookin good