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  1. Lutha

    "Adventure/Overland" Build Ideas

    I just finished the Nivomat swap with the lift, tires, and treads aspect of this build and I could not be happier. I did the 2 inch coil spacer in the rear from supreme suspensions, Moog Z71 coil springs, Bilstein 5100s (front/rear), and extended sway bar end links in the rear. The tires are...
  2. Lutha

    new to forum need help with wheels an lift combo

    Sorry if I am beating a dead horse, but I have some similar questions. First, I did the 2 inch coil spacer, Z71 coils, and 5100s in the rear and the keys were bumped up a couple inches from where it was so it is sitting level (aftermarket keys installed a while back). I am considering a 16x8 or...
  3. Lutha

    The deed is done. Took out autoride, 2" lift, Bilstein 5100's and z71 coils

    Just got her done! Where did you get the rub? Question 2: would a 16in rim with a different offset be better? What about a 17in rim running 285-70s. If I am remembering correctly, I thought that I read the rub generally occurs on the inner front. This beast will be going offroad, so I don't want...
  4. Lutha

    The deed is done. Took out autoride, 2" lift, Bilstein 5100's and z71 coils

    Looks great man! Do you have any rubbing with that tire/wheel combo?
  5. Lutha

    "Adventure/Overland" Build Ideas

    That's cuz he's bringing everything else! HaHa. Spent quite a few nights in the back of the hoe while traveling, but it was just me and the dog. I have to accommodate more now. Can't speak for Mike, but this is the type of trailer I'm referring to: http://adventuretrailers.com/trailers/chaser/
  6. Lutha

    "Adventure/Overland" Build Ideas

    Agreed, that is where I am having some issues as well.
  7. Lutha

    "Adventure/Overland" Build Ideas

    Thanks! So did you notice any difference in ride quality or wear on components between the two? Obviously, I am not a suspension maestro. Also, I thought you were referring to coil spacers, not shock extenders. Why didn't you just go for the extended shocks?
  8. Lutha

    "Adventure/Overland" Build Ideas

    I am also wondering at what point do you need to worry about gearing? That is, if you put heavier wheels and tires on, when does gearing become a concern or is it at all?
  9. Lutha

    "Adventure/Overland" Build Ideas

    I am totally interested in your build. You'll literally be Cadillac camping! Sweet! Don't know if that is a widely used term, but that is what I refer to car camping as (sans Cadillac). I have already done a complete brake job with stock components, so I won't be doing that upgrade anytime soon...
  10. Lutha

    "Adventure/Overland" Build Ideas

    Why the extended rear sway bar links? And what rear spacers did you use?
  11. Lutha

    "Adventure/Overland" Build Ideas

    Thanks a lot. What bushings are you referring to exactly? Reason that I ask is that I am wondering if it would be wise to replace anything else in the back as I'm doing the shocks and springs?
  12. Lutha

    "Adventure/Overland" Build Ideas

    From IL, live in CO now
  13. Lutha

    "Adventure/Overland" Build Ideas

    I've had her for about 7 years now and mechanically she is fit. Got rust, but mechanically sound. I am currently having some bushing issues in the front and the rear output seal of the transfer case (90% sure I am talking about the right seal) has been pesky over the years, but other than that...
  14. Lutha

    "Adventure/Overland" Build Ideas

    And tires would prolly be 33 min. That's what I'm thinking anyways for a trailer, but that is an entirely different conversation.
  15. Lutha

    "Adventure/Overland" Build Ideas

    I had the truxx lift/level kit put on it with 5100s in front. The rear, with the spacers, bottomed out over speed bumps! Had that taken out and just had them level the front (keys) out. Yet still, that back end will ass out over nothing. I need more than that. And I have thought about replacing...
  16. Lutha

    swing out tire carrier...

    I like this: https://www.wilcooffroad.com/shop/hitchgate-max/
  17. Lutha

    "Adventure/Overland" Build Ideas

    I am considering making my 00 Tahoe into my adventure vehicle. Its a rusty old beast (from IL) with about 160,000, 5.3L, LT, 4x4, with premium ride suspension still in the back, and 3.73 gears (locking diff). I would like some thoughts about what to do with it and I'll try to break down my...
  18. Lutha

    Rear Window Wiper Motor

    Hi All, Anyone replace the rear wiper motor on their hoe or yukon? 2000 tahoe LT Thanks for any help you can provide.
  19. Lutha

    Nivomat?

    Thanks for the reply. The Truxx kit lifts the rear 1.25" and 2-3" in the front. The kit only includes extensions for the front. What would you do with your rigs considering only the lift kit and not the nivos I already have? I am leaning towards just installing the kit with the nivomats and...
  20. Lutha

    Nivomat?

    Model : 2000 tahoe lt, 5.3L, 4wd. So I bought the nivomat replacement shock from the dealer at a decent price. I am planning to do the truxx lift kit using the supplied extensions. Truxx told me not to do the bilsteins because there has been sooo much R&D that the kit they supply (extension vs...
  21. Lutha

    You NEED to see this...35's w/ keys & spacers!

    what are the dimensions on those rims. condition? chevy centercap or gmc?
  22. Lutha

    My 00 Hoe

    Hi All, I have been lurking around here for a little while and finally got the time to post up some pics of the new to me tahoe. I got it in June and havent got a whole lot accomplished yet on the mods. At this point, I am trying to get everything in sound mechanical shape before winter hits...
  23. Lutha

    fuel line nuts stripped!

    Yeah, I figured I could take the grips to it, but this is something that I am going to have to deal with for years (hopefully). Just got the rig and I don't want to keep using the grips on it everytime I change the filter. Is that even realistic? I am thinking the nut is going to be shredded...
  24. Lutha

    fuel line nuts stripped!

    Hi all, Went to change out the fuel filter today and noticed the fuel line nuts are pretty damn rusty. One broke free, but the other is basically stripped. It is at the point that I am not really willing to mess with anymore until I get some advice. Can you replace those nuts on the fuel line...
  25. Lutha

    premium ride suspension?

    Can anyone please explain to me on how to confirm that I have the premium smooth ride suspension in the rear on my 2000 LT hoe? On the sticker it says premium ride suspension, not premium smooth ride. I quite sure that this is probably symantics, but if I need to pay $500 bucks a shock in the...

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