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  1. BacDoc

    Higher mile L87

    This honest real life reply is probably the typical use and history of these vehicles. Some of us on the forum are enthusiasts and change the oil every 4-5k miles, pay attention to the oil temperature, coolant temperature etc. Disable auto stop, AFM, install catch cans and run premium fuel...
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    2024 Tahoe Tire Recommendation

    Another recommendation for the Michelin Defender LTX. I have had Michelin tires on my previous trucks and replaced the Allenzas on my 2024 Tahoe after 15k miles. The Allenza tires were good on dry highway and not as bad as some say but when I had the Michelin Defenders put on the difference in...
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    Lost the 6.2 (was: May have Lost the 6.2)

    I get similar numbers with my 2024 6.2l 13-15 around town and hitting the throttle occasionally. I use 93 mostly Exxon/Mobil Also have the Carbyte module for full time V8. 18-20 doing 70mph on the highway and 22-24 doing 55-60 mph on highway. That 55-60 mph is the sweet spot and best fuel...
  4. BacDoc

    2025/26 Yukon interior trim swap?

    Try EBay, I was searching for something else and a couple links came up for door panels and steering wheel trim There are a lot of options for this
  5. BacDoc

    Looking for Very Low Profile Roof Crossbars

    Clearance with roof racks on these vehicles is always going to be an issue as they are getting bigger every year and barely fit into the standard 2 car garage. Here in Florida the other problem we have is that garage doors that meet the wind hazard standards have thick reinforced beams that also...
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    2026 Tahoe with 6.2, im all good?

    You got it -it’s all about the numbers. Maybe the failure rate is more than the 3% but if it was north of 20% that would be major problems. The margin is so important for most companies and some of the biggest most successful are running on less than 15%. Tesla stock was ripping when they were...
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    2026 Tahoe with 6.2, im all good?

    No fan of Mary Barra but as CEO her management has been very good for shareholders. She’s extremely talented at running the company even though she has no clue on quality control of the truck engines. GM stock was around $40 last April and the stock price is around $80 now. In the first quarter...
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    2026 Tahoe with 6.2, im all good?

    So Demonworks says the fail rate is more like 30%? That’s gotta be at least 75k vehicles for every model year considering the 6.2l in Chevy/GMC/Cadillac SUVs and trucks! That’s a lot of blown engines! I have posted this before but in my small town in central East coast Florida there’s a lot...
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    2026 Tahoe with 6.2, im all good?

    And this is the frustrating thing! It seems like there is no way you can tell when these engines will last over 100k or fail less than 10k. On the optimistic side the failure rate is higher than we like but low enough to be statistically significant. For reference, some medical procedures have...
  10. BacDoc

    Asking for pricing advice 2025 Tahoe

    @LewL, did they ship it to local dealership? I always wanted to know how that went and how the dealership handled the sale. From Ohio to Pa I probably would have flown there not to save the shipping but I would like to see the car and drive it just because I always test drove before buying and...
  11. BacDoc

    2025 Tahoe 6.2-liter V8 Stuttering Engine

    Good advice! Can’t duplicate the problem does happen but just starting the engine and if it sounds normal and no codes are showing is not really trying to “duplicate the problem” Checking the app for movement and mileage is great advice.
  12. BacDoc

    6.2 engine replacement Yukon Denali please share your experience

    If you’re concerned about reliability and depreciation you might want to do some research on the Range Rover. Beautiful truck and when they are running well they are awesome but the amount of time running well is the kicker. I only know of one that a friend of mine had for about 2 years after...
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    2026 Tahoe with 6.2, im all good?

    My 2024 Tahoe was part of the recall and it passed the test and got 0-40W after the test and the extended warranty as long as the 0-40w is used. Since my OEM is good for 3/36 and longer on the drive train I will have the dealer oil changes. I have the oil changed at 4k or less and I check the...
  14. BacDoc

    Do I wait for the 2027 MY to come out? Buy new now?

    Yes, what ever they did from the 2024 on is a pretty big difference in compatibility. For some components there is different part number for 2021-2024 and 2025
  15. BacDoc

    [SOLVED] Hauling dirty/big things in Tahoe…

    As others have said just throw in a large tarp and you will be fine. I have the GM cargo liner and also have a cheaper cargo liner on top of that as my third row is always down and I carry wet sporting gear as well as mulch and stuff that goes to the dump. I fit a whole 8’x20’ pressure treated...
  16. BacDoc

    Test Drove a 26 HC

    I went with the GM Performance Brake kit mostly because the stock brakes are adequate but the weak link in an otherwise awesome truck. Bigger rotors and calipers with the extra pistons are very noticeable performance improvements, smooth modulation (not sure if this is the correct term) the...
  17. BacDoc

    Center console lid falls down

    Opening sideways is the better design! I haven’t looked at my 2024 but I bought it new and it’s never stayed in the open position. Doesn’t bother me as the only time I want to access it is parked and I don’t need it to stay open.
  18. BacDoc

    Test Drove a 26 HC

    Beauty! That truck is screaming for performance brakes!
  19. BacDoc

    Accept Buy-Back or Not

    For me the “Perfect” vehicle is my 2024 Tahoe High Country if the engine is one of the 90% that don’t blow LOL! I wish Toyota would have done something different with the Land Cruiser instead of making it smaller with the hybrid 4 cylinder. They would have success with keeping the reliable V8...
  20. BacDoc

    2026 Tahoe with 6.2, im all good?

    You are doing all the right stuff like changing the oil first 1k miles etc. Checking oil level is good and besides getting oil analysis don’t worry about it. The oil analysis will give you data but with a new truck under warranty it doesn’t really matter. If it comes back with some bad levels...
  21. BacDoc

    Accept Buy-Back or Not

    Ive seen those and you are right it is the same class as far as size and towing. I haven’t heard much about reliability but I doubt they sell as many as Toyota Sequoia. They also have the twin turbo that most manufacturers are pushing. I’m skeptical about that.
  22. BacDoc

    LED Park/Running Lights on trailer not working - Screen Errors

    I didn’t see that your truck worked on another trailer! That really makes it tough to diagnose. Still think it’s a ground issue though. I trailer a lot and if I have a year where everything is working with the lights then that is a good year! Seems like trailer lights have a limited life...
  23. BacDoc

    Accept Buy-Back or Not

    That’s exactly why we don’t have many alternatives to the GM platform that has the cargo, towing capacity and ride of the Tahoe/Yukon. The Honda Pilot/Passport is definitely not the same class of truck but at least they have a reliable 6 cylinder gas engine with no turbo or hybrid complications...
  24. BacDoc

    Towing hitches specifically

    I remember it being cheaper than I expected but went through my old orders and you are right, I paid $68 2 years ago but it is “currently unavailable” on Amazon but this is exactly what I got- China made aluminum 8” drop. $97 https://www.amazon.com/s?k=2.5+inch+receiver+hitch If you scroll down...
  25. BacDoc

    Accept Buy-Back or Not

    If this is your retirement, road trip vehicle you might be surprised at the Honda and Toyota offerings. The Honda Pilot/Passport is a great 6 cylinder engine but the space and tow capacity are literally half of the Tahoe/Yukon. The Toyota Sequoia is the closest but after driving one I can tell...

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