2008 Yukon Denali, 135k miles, part 2!!

[05Single]

Damn I've never seen those wheels that bad, even here in Alaska.
I'm not sure the mobile rim guy can do much but wire brush and paint, don't think he can rechrome.
would need to blast the entire wheel and rechrome for a proper finish for lots of $$$
Or what I would do is powder coat them high gloss silver or black,, charcoal..

 

[tgui]

I didn't like how tight the pads were. I redid the drivers front and rear. I paid attention to rust removal behind the guides. Everything went together much nicer. I'm glad I looked. Passenger side next as the job allows!

 

[#1taho]

I am with 05single. Powder coat them there are lots of good colour choices to pick from. Then Use them for winter rims or something. I have never seen rims go like that and I am in a snow belt and they use lots or salt and grine on the roads here. I power wash twice a week to keep the salt off

 

[tgui]

I'm still waiting for the title to arrive. They've got 2 weeks to get it to me.

Still mulling over what to do with the leaky trans lines. Might cut out the bad parts and replace with rubber hose.

Then belts. Then tires.

At least the air filter looks ok. Still replaced it though.

Maybe it will all be done in a month?

 

[02Lightning]

I just did factory
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0049ON7PI/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apa_52E1xbHK25CJC

 

[tgui]

I just did factory
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0049ON7PI/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apa_52E1xbHK25CJC

It almost looks like all 3 lines are bad. Thanks for the link.

How much of a pain is it to replace the two lines at the trans? Does the trans need to be dropped? This is my first 6l80.

 

[02Lightning]

Not sure at the trans, that was just the cooler line I linked and changed on mine. If I remember right, the connection at the trans was a manifold with a bolt holding it on. I doubt you would have to remove the trans.

 

[08HoeCD]

Do not need to drop trans. But accessing all fitting points of factory trans cooler lines can be a PITA

 

[tgui]

Like said in an older post my wheels are horribly corroded. I'm not sure I want to put new $$ tires and tpms sensors on them. I'm looking at a package from tire rack with these wheels. I want sorta OEM look. Select 20in on their website. What do you all think? Even more $$$$$ but peace of mind.

http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/Whee...on+Denali&autoYear=2008&autoModClar=&visLoc=1

 

[Countryboy07]

There is a nice set of 22's in the classifieds...

 

[tgui]

There is a nice set of 22's in the classifieds...

I'll have to look. I'm getting older so the extra rubber on 20s comforts my ass.

 

[tgui]

 

[05Single]

Those are actually pretty clean. And good price for brand name 20s.

Learning how to take a screen shot and adjusting volume at same time ? Lol

 

[tgui]

Those are actually pretty clean. And good price for brand name 20s.

Learning how to take a screen shot and adjusting volume at same time ? Lol

BBS, had em on my STi from the factory. These aren't forged though.

My stupid phone case makes it hard to press the buttons. This was my 10th try lol.

 

[tgui]

I found some really nice 3/8 fuel line clamps that won't cut up the line. I'm cutting out the leaking parts of my trans lines, double flaring then using these to hold it all together. Trans lines to the cooler only run about 20 psi.

 

[08HoeCD]

YESSSSSSSHH!!!!!

 

[tgui]

YESSSSSSSHH!!!!!

What does this mean?! Either good idea, or you're a moron. I can't tell what youre saying. Lol

 

[08HoeCD]

What does this mean?! Either good idea, or you're a moron. I can't tell what youre saying. Lol

It's my best attempt at a Marv Albert impersonation.

 

[tgui]

I didn't do the trans lines. It seems my biggest problems with the oil pan leak. I wiped off the trans lines to see how bad they're really leaking, if any.

New lights!

Old lights. Much worse in person.

Installed.

I'm pretty sure they're regular Yukon lights because the turn signal yellow portion is larger. Meh. It doesn't bother me.

 

[tgui]

******* passenger side light is fogged after a car wash. Il pull it tomorrow and check the seals. ******* damnit....

Also, here is my broken powered lift gate! Arg!!