Just pulled the trigger on 2011 Denali XL what should I add?

[JoshuaS]

This baby will be delivered next week for a surprise Christmas present for the wife and kids. Its got some really meaty tires on it ill post pics of. Im in mid missouri we get a little snow but not alot for very long. Should I trade those in for highway tires? I would assume they make for a rougher ride and less mpg. Also the tint looks factory. I def want to tint the front to Missouri legal 35% but does anybody know what percent they did on the sides and back? I think 5% would be too dark for the wife at night but I def want darker than the factory. Thanks for any advice or mod ideas, I cant wait. Ill post the Christmas surprise video after it happens.

 

[JoshuaS]

Also it is missing the entertainment system remote and wireless headsets. Im assuming I will have to purchase a remote meant for it? Does it have to be programmed? And the wireless headsets do they have to be the ones for the denalis or will regular wireless headsets work too?

 

[gooffeyguy]

Looks like it's lifted in fhe front, or it's just the way it's sitting on the pavement.

I have the factory style Bridgestone Dueler H/L alenza tires and with the AWD in the Denali I've never had any problems getting around in the few inches of snow we get.

The factory tint on the rear windows is about 18%. I have 20% on the fronts and it matches pretty well.

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[JoshuaS]

Thanks for the reply. From what I've seen its doesn't seem like the front is lifted but I could be wrong, ill post a few more pics. I'd love 20% but I'd be worried LE in Missouri would get me a ticket, do you have anyissues with that?

 

[gooffeyguy]

I've never had a problem with the front windows at 20% in the almost 3 years I've had them tinted

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[Drok]

Nice!

I also have to go with 35% tint. Its works ok
id like a bit darker but not worth the possible hassle and having to strip it.

those tires are decent for ATs not the best for snow but they are better than highway tires. I suggest doing dedicated snow tires and whatever tire the rest of the year. (If funds allow) thats what i do with the wifes car and hopefully my tahoe next winter.

 

[Miami-Dade]

Welcome from Miami Beach Joshua!

Your Denali XL looks perfect! I would just leave those tires on for now unless it really bothers you. I have 20% tint on the front 2 windows to match the back but in my neck of the woods I could have 5% all around and all would be good for the most part.

 

[Jason in DLH]

Nice ride! Definitely a great Christmas present!

I just learned (through this great forum) about a great and easy preventative maintenance mod to the engine... an oil catch can. Would have done this first thing if I had known about them! Not sure why car manufacturers don’t use them in the first place.

 

[iamdub]

Nice Christmas gift!

I'm betting it has a small lift, at least in the front. Probably a 1-2 inch spacer lift.

Those BFGs are great AT tires. If not needed and you want a softer ride, there are tons of options. Generally, Michelin Premier (I think that's the model) is known to offer the best ride quality on these rigs, but they're pricey.

 

[JoshuaS]

Nice Christmas gift!

I'm betting it has a small lift, at least in the front. Probably a 1-2 inch spacer lift.

Those BFGs are great AT tires. If not needed and you want a softer ride, there are tons of options. Generally, Michelin Premier (I think that's the model) is known to offer the best ride quality on these rigs, but they're pricey.

Just curious why someone would lift it 1-2 inches in the front? If it is I would probably have it removed. Not a fan of uneven looking vehicles.