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    DOD AFM Delete videos

    I guess I was asking that the videos were for a 2014 DOD or newer if the procedure was similar to the 2008 vintage DOD delete. I'm guessing it's similar but probably not identical.
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    What did you do to your NNBS GMT900 Tahoe/Yukon Today?

    Considering what others have said, I'll take the 16 mpg highway. That said, most of my driving is shorter trips so it's probably 13-15 depending.
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    DOD AFM Delete videos

    Thanks for the vids. I'll look forward to watching them. Do they apply to older (2008) engines?
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    New Member Here

    Welcome from WI! Nice rig.
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    Towing stability

    Thanks for the advice. I will definitely look into it. I got a sweet deal on a set of low mile 275/60/20 Wranglers and rims from a GMC truck. I have a stock suspension setup. They are just that much bigger that they barely rub at a full turn. They do look sweet compared to the stock rims and...
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    It can be done......a road trip experience

    Some people laugh when I bring LOTS of tools with me on trips but it's just my experience of being a field tech for so many years. Never want to be caught without tool for that unknown situation.
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    What did you do to your NNBS GMT900 Tahoe/Yukon Today?

    Do you know what you averaged for mileage? I did the same trip last November, WI to AL on a stock 5.3 and was right at 16 mpg for the entire trip. First big trip in my rig and I loved it. We used to take our mini van which was fine but this is certainly the way to go.
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    Towing stability

    Those are all great points. Yeah, my truck is pretty good, probably above average for my area considering the stupid WI rust cancer on most vehicles up here. I never considered the tire issue. I do have one size bigger then OE so that could definitely be a factor. If I decided to go the swap...
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    Towing stability

    Yeah, I would agree with the 4.10 axle. I guess sometimes you have to weigh out the better towing with the mileage for every day use. I tow almost every weekend from mid June to September. However the percentage of towing miles compared to other miles is low. I think before I would mechanically...
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    Towing stability

    Thanks for the advise. I'll keep a closer eye on it and see where it is in the colder weather.
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    Towing stability

    I tow a #5000-ish boat with my 2008 Yukon XL and it does pretty well but I will have to say I think the 4 spd transmission is really the weak point, meaning, I think the 6 speed would work much better. I did add an aux cooler and on the hottest day, it stays at or below 200. Winter, well it...
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    First year ownership and 5K miles 2011 Yukon Denali

    I remember back in the 80's, 100k miles was a milestone that was talked about a lot. Now, I think vehicles over 200k miles are becoming more common every day. Not necessarily because the vehicles are so great but that getting a newer vehicle is out of reach for more and more people. I would love...
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    Buyer Beware - Don't Buy a Yukon

    I really like the pre-2007 trucks and SUV's. Overall, I think the engines are bulletproof, I had 3 of them over 280k miles. When I was looking for a Yukon, most of those older ones, up here in WI were a rust bucket and didnt have the money to buy a southern car. That said, my 2008 Yukon XL has...
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    '04 6.0L Escalade AC Compressor

    Agree with the faulty switch or refrigerant level. You can only check pressure with a gauge, not qty. With the unit full, should be 100psi or greater depending on ambient temperature. However, the amount of refrigerant is per the vehicle and options. Most of these are between 28-32oz or so, more...
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    First Post

    Welcome from Green Bay, WI. Nice rigs!
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