Scottydoggs
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damn it, i didnt even think of doing the console trim. thats added to my list, thanks!
What did you do to your NBS GMT800 Tahoe/Yukon Today?
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damn it, i didnt even think of doing the console trim. thats added to my list, thanks!
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Did the rear sway bar bushings and link bushings. Energy Suspension - 35214R.
Not bad, needed a vice to press the new bushings into the links.
Ride quality is surprisingly better. Was not expecting that big of an improvement! My factory bushings didn't look bad at all. Might do the fronts here in a bit, possibly tomorrow.
Not bad, needed a vice to press the new bushings into the links.
Ride quality is surprisingly better. Was not expecting that big of an improvement! My factory bushings didn't look bad at all. Might do the fronts here in a bit, possibly tomorrow.
We will need pics of course.
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Finished up the front. Originals were worse than I thought initially. Drives so much better now. I would have never thought swaybar bushings would be so important. Very happy with the results.
Energy Suspension is good stuff.
Detailed the tires and wheels since I ordered those logo valve stem caps because @Sam Harris influenced me. Peer pressure and all. Figured they needed to look good or what’s the point.
Mmm. Purty..!Detailed the tires and wheels since I ordered those logo valve stem caps because @Sam Harris influenced me. Peer pressure and all. Figured they needed to look good or what’s the point.
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Really, really weak, but wtf.. my pos Chicom backup camera has been fading since installation. I really don’t see a need to replace it, or anything, so just used some model paint, to clean it up. We’ll see how long it lasts:
And, a milestone.. I was cringing for most of these 1k miles... :
Also put these cheap valve caps on the wheels a couple weeks ago. I like them. I know they won’t last long, but I thought they looked pretty decent:
Isn’t that cute. They even say GMC on them.!
Those wheels on your truck always make me want to find a set! Not sure if it's the semi aggressive sidewall or how clean you keep them but they look great.
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Installing mine today and I already have the front kit on. I noticed a huge difference with the fronts on as well
Thanks man! Really appreciate that!
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Scottydoggs
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slapped the drag radials on the SS today, did a few hits with the 2 step. spun em up way to easy. ive never spun these tires before lol
so the 2 step i have is a launch control, so i can use it to retard timing and then set it to come right back, or delay the ramp in rate. this was the least spin i was able to get, 7 degrees timing pulled, ramp in delay was over a few hundredths of a second. with a burn out and on a prepped track i think it should hook up.
so the 2 step i have is a launch control, so i can use it to retard timing and then set it to come right back, or delay the ramp in rate. this was the least spin i was able to get, 7 degrees timing pulled, ramp in delay was over a few hundredths of a second. with a burn out and on a prepped track i think it should hook up.
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That looks nice. After finally installing the full energy suspension Front/Rear sway bar bushings and new F/R sway bar links, I'd be shocked to find any real improvement with those +$400 bars. I spent maybe $100 and that's cause I bought new Moog rear sway bar links. I'm very pleased at the ride quality and overall stability of the steering. This might motivate me to install my 4 piston calipers.
Oh... you don’t know..!
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So it's that good of am improvement?? I'm sure it would be going from stock bars and stock bushings, which is probably the weakest link. The polyurethane bushings on the stock bars have made a huge difference and improvement on overall stability and body roll when changing lanes. I noticed taking the ramps on the freeways also very planted and predictable
Yes, it is that good. I can’t compare to yours, since I didn’t do the same thing, but replacing the front and rear sway bars with the Hellwig kits made an absolutely dramatic difference. I’m absolutely floored at how well my 5800 lb Yukon corners, and handles overall. It’s like a different vehicle.
Yuge upgrade today:
I may also swap in the Esky faceplate for it. Haven’t decided yet. Probably not, since the Esky one doesn’t have all the same options.
I may also swap in the Esky faceplate for it. Haven’t decided yet. Probably not, since the Esky one doesn’t have all the same options.
You don’t know because you haven’t upgraded your sway bars. Do that, then get back to us. I guarantee you’ll be surprised.
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I've been dormant for a while, but I'm here for asking another question. I am happy with my 3" lift currently, but my Tahoe is going to end up being a garage queen for a while with all the upcoming work. I want to debut it with a new look at the beginning of next year. I'm changing wheels, tires, retracting side steps, doing all the rust repair, and going higher on the lift. I am hoping to get some feedback from the guys that have 6" lifted Tahoes and what they like/don't like about their set up. Is there pros/cons to a certain brand of lift? Thanks for all the help so far! Definitely looking to keep everyone updated with pictures along the way.
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