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So I've been here about 9 years now and have no build thread. :confused:o_O All my work is spread all over Jesus in this place. Maybe time to start one? :rolleyes::oops:


I'll keep this list updated as memory serves and things continue along. Truck was acquired in 2017 with 290K on it.


2007 Chevy Tahoe LT 5.3 4L60E Factory BOSE system

VIN# 1GNFK130X7J144060

Tire size 265/70R17

Currently riding at 327,000+ miles



Motor is definitely original. Transmission works perfect but I can't imagine that it is original but I have no idea. Driveline is a bit loose as expected.

This was a one owner truck. Salesman at work bought it from a local dealer new, then when he joined our company as an outside salesman the company put it in their name and took care of all the repairs. So pretty much all highway miles. He did haul a lot of **** to jobsites so the interior is a bit torn up especially in the rear but the outside looks beautiful and there is basically 0 rust under it considering it's spent it's entire life here in the SE PA rust belt. He certainly kept it maintained and washed regularly. Always had my eye on it and rode his ass to sell it to me when the time came. Never used as a tow vehicle while in his possession.

Being it was a company vehicle I had to harp the owner about it when the time did come to sell it. I been working for him over 30 years. I offered $2,000 for it. He made arrangements to get the title transferred which I paid for. And he then told me it's mine, don't worry about the $2,000. o_O:):happy107::happy160:





All things done/fixed/replaced so far that I know of or did personally:


- Mirror caps blacked out
- VLOM valley cover assembly
- Oil pressure sensor and screen
- Intake, valve cover gaskets
- Throttle Body replaced
- Plugs/wires
- Axles/transfer case/trans/power steering fluids flushed
- Front hub bearings @ 290K
- Rear axle was replaced with a junkyard unit several years ago
- DRL's converted to orange turn signals to match the outers
- All brake rotors/pads replaced with Powerstop slotted/drilled/ceramic
- Rear parking brake shoes and hardware
- One Kicker 10" 600W 4ohm Vented Sub/box #44TCWC104
- Kicker 43DXA125.2 125 W 2 channel Amp
- Ventshade window visors exterior mount
- Twin beam strobe center of dash
- Rear Aux LED backup/work lights
- Backup camera w/dash mounted monitor
- Right lower and upper control arms
- Catch can
- Washer fluid reservoir
- Rear wiper arm and motor delete
- 3 of 4 door latch actuators
- High intensity reverse bulbs
- Headlight housings replaced
- Spare tire and winch temporarily removed
- 3 rear windows limo tinted
- HVAC control panel replaced
- DIC switch replaced
- Instrument panel replaced
- Alternator replaced
- USB bluetooth adapter
- All inner door handles replaced
- Idler pulley replaced
- Serpentine belt replaced
- Rear interior LED worklight with switch installed
- Fog light housings replaced
- Radio panel magnet mount for phone
- Steering wheel replaced
- Driver and passenger side seat cushions swapped
- BFG ALL Terran KO2's (These are getting worn down and will be replaced soon)
- Driver's side door seal
- Roof rack delete
- Body side molding delete

To do/wish list:

- Touch up paint the front bumper
- Big 3 upgrade
- Tint the rest of the windows DONE!
- More strobes
- Front push bar DONE!
- PPV wheels/tires/center caps
- Calipers, hoses replaced and brake fluid flush
- Heater hose T-fittings replaced with metal ones
- New winch for spare tire
- SLP 31059 dual tip tailpipe DONE!
- Oil fill tube
- Upgraded valve cover DONE!
- Fix oil leak at oil pan/block off plate DONE!
- 2 or 3" rear drop/level?
- TPMS sensors DONE!



RPO sheet:



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Door label:




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A good PDR person could rub those little dents and dings out in no time. Its surprisingly affordable too.

yeah I need to add that to the to do list. I’d like to get the scratches out of the hood too. Paint and body work is not one of my strong points.
 
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Here is some shots of the hood scratches. I am not a perfectionist by all means but I would like to take care of this before it gets too bad.


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That doesn't look bad at all. Looks to be from going to the car washes or using a sponge to wash the car. I'd try some light compound on a buffer then maybe some polish then wax to seal it up. I'm def not an expert either, so hopefully Chase can give you some expert pointers.
 
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That doesn't look bad at all. Looks to be from going to the car washes or using a sponge to wash the car. I'd try some light compound on a buffer then maybe some polish then wax to seal it up. I'm def not an expert either, so hopefully Chase can give you some expert pointers.


Not a good time of year for this I assume ? With the cold and all?
 
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Now I got water I’m my lights. :mad:

only on the right passenger side


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