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    From Lexus to Chevy?

    Hell no. Keep the Lexus.
  2. 9

    2010 Denali/Mileage Question

    Completely normal. We average 15mpg on the highway and 11mpg around town in an ESV. I get 13mpg mixed in my 08.
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    Aluminum / XFE NNBS Front Suspension Rebuild

    I’m not sure if I missed it but did you get this done? What changes did you notice while driving? Does it help with the shudder/hammer feel when hitting a sharp bump that these trucks have? Especially with the 22”?
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    Anyone using the Fox Coilovers at stock height?

    I searched around and only seemed to find posts about these in the lifted section and I don’t think I saw anything negative except that they raise the truck more like 3” of you install them as they come when they advertise only a 2”. I’m currently lowered with knuckles so my front shocks and...
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    The perfect spring?

    The Belltech rear springs suck unless you’re getting the matching front spring, they are way too squishy compared to the stock front springs. I had the McGaughy’s springs in briefly and I remember liking them but I think the drop was more like 2.5” on my LWB. I currently have the Maxtrac 4”...
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    Understading VVT

    I think you're feeling something else. The VVT system is seamless even in my cammed 6.2L.
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    Potential Re-Gear idea

    What are you trying to accomplish? The difference won't be "huge," but it will be noticeable. You will likely get off the line a little faster, have a little less passing ability, and get slightly worse fuel economy. It'll probably tow better but I would feel it wouldn't be worth it for that...
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    GM/Brembo Performance brakes - thoughts + pics

    Dealer installed. The 21+ lit is available, I think the kit for the K2 and older trucks is discontinued.
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    How to stiffen suspension/stop swaying?

    I want to say it was the 7960, that looks to be the shortest one they make. I believe the sway bar kit comes with the 7961.
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    How to stiffen suspension/stop swaying?

    I’m using 4” Maxtrac rear springs. I can’t confirm that they are an actual 4” drop since I had multiple springs before finding these that I liked. I have both a SWB and LWB and both have the exact same suspension setup, I had to use the shorter rear links on both.
  11. 9

    How to stiffen suspension/stop swaying?

    I had to buy shorter links for the rear bar because mine is lowered.
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    Fosscore's 2013 Suburban LTZ Build Thread

    Yuck. The Alenzas are awful tires, I don’t know how you’ve driven on them so long. Get the Michelin Defender 2.
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    2013 Escalade ESV Annual Maintenance Update: the good, the bad, and the incompetent

    There’s nothing wrong with the OEM gasket. I’ve installed hundreds of them at this point. You have another leak. Likely oil pan or rear main seal housing.
  14. 9

    Power running board fix discovered

    You just open the door to extend them and step on them after you close it and they stay extended. Open and close door again to resume normal function. It isn’t that big of a deal.
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    6.2 ls3 GM performance crate engine

    Then how about actually saying something useful in response? I’m speaking from experience and you’re just pulling stuff from you know where. Most aftermarket cams don’t make real power until 3k RPM. Explain how that’s wrong? It isn’t. If you’re ok with WOT everywhere or at least running the...
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    6.2 ls3 GM performance crate engine

    What are you even talking about? Did you read what I said at all? Who wants to have the engine screaming all the time and sounding like you’re driving a Mustang in a parking lot at WOT in 1st gear to get into the power? Not me.
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    6.2 ls3 GM performance crate engine

    There are quite a few aftermarket VVT cam options out there considering how low the demand is for VVT cams because people think the only way to make power is some "hawg ass cam" and that the VVT is unreliable. I had no problem finding the Comp one I'm running in my Escalade or the Gwatney...
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    6.2 ls3 GM performance crate engine

    It makes a massive difference. Go drive a 6.0L GMT-800 Denali or Escalade and then hop into a GMT-900 with the VVT 6.2L and there is a huge difference in the bottom end. Or, go look at dyno graphs of the power curve. Regardless, the cam in an LS3 is just not ideal for a truck. Just like an LS9...
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    6.2 ls3 GM performance crate engine

    It could be made to work but an LS3 isn't really the best powerband for a big heavy truck. The VVT makes a huge difference for power down low where a truck needs it the most.
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    New to 4WD, any info and advice appreciated

    It’s not the same. The AWD does not lock the front axle. Do not run auto if you want your drivetrain to last. It is bad for the front differential and transfer case. Sure, you’ll find some people that claim it’s fine but when the owner’s manual says not to. Why would you risk it? I’m sure...
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    Real Benefits to 91/93 Octane in a regular LQ4???

    Higher octane is to prevent spark knock (also known as pre-ignition). That's it. That is the only benefit. If the vehicle doesn't require or recommend it, it is a waste of money. You will not get more power and you will not get more fuel economy...
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    Window trim

    There is no advantage to trying to take the pieces apart. They’re not cheap and easy to break. It’s just a couple of rivets.
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    2016 Yukon XL repairs for 100k miles

    That’s not true. Almost no one looks at shocks on a trade in or purchase unless there is a reason to. Having locked up and/or leaking/blown shocks is the safety concern and what might lower resale value. If I get under there and saw Bilsteins, I’m happy. I won’t be happy about Arnott but as long...
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    Left Lexus for GMC

    I hope you took a look at all the engine failure threads around here first. At least Toyota admitted to the issue and is fixing them all. Keep the Lexus.
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    2016 Yukon XL repairs for 100k miles

    Deleting the Mag Ride isn’t necessarily a bad idea since these ride so bad with it but quality suspension parts aren’t cheap. Most places that recommend it use the cheapest junk and then it doesn’t ride nice. I would either recommend buy new OEM shocks with the correct part number from Rock Auto...

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