Dutchman
Member
I've been on the forum now for a bit and you guys have convinced me that I need to spend money on my Tahoe in order to be happy. So, I'm going to start myself a build thread, mostly just so I can document and keep up with the things I've done as I go. But also to get the input and expert advice of the members of this board. Not only are you guys good at talking me into spending money, but you usually have some pretty good ideas about what to spend it on.
[BTW, when the wife complains about the money I'm spending on the Tahoe, I blame you guys. Nothing personal. ]
I purchased my 2003 Tahoe LT 5.3L 4X4 on Oct. 19, 2020. It had 226K miles on it.
This is how it looked when I first when to see it. Very clean inside and out, no apparent issues anywhere. I had to have it!
I'm going to save a space here for the most up-to-date picture as it sits now. I'll come back to this post and update it as it changes. Hopefully before long, it will be a drastic difference.
PLANS AND PROGRESS (subject to change)
Yellow - In progress | Green - Completed
RENEW FUNCTIONALITY
IMPROVE FUNCTIONALTY
IMPROVE PERFORMANCE
IMPROVE LOOKS
ADD FUNCTIONALITY
I'm sure this list will change several times over the coarse of my build, which honestly may never be fully completed. Opinions and questions are always welcome. I look forward to the adventure and all the help you guys are going to provide.
Long Live the TAHOE!
[BTW, when the wife complains about the money I'm spending on the Tahoe, I blame you guys. Nothing personal. ]
I purchased my 2003 Tahoe LT 5.3L 4X4 on Oct. 19, 2020. It had 226K miles on it.
This is how it looked when I first when to see it. Very clean inside and out, no apparent issues anywhere. I had to have it!
I'm going to save a space here for the most up-to-date picture as it sits now. I'll come back to this post and update it as it changes. Hopefully before long, it will be a drastic difference.
PLANS AND PROGRESS (subject to change)
Yellow - In progress | Green - Completed
RENEW FUNCTIONALITY
- Replace front power windows/locks switches
- Replace passenger side mirror
- Replace lift gate and rear glass lift supports
- Replace power lock actuators for rear doors and liftgate
- Replace broken OEM fog lights
- Repair front speakers/wiring
IMPROVE FUNCTIONALTY
- Install interior LED lights
- Install LED headlights, DRL, turn signals
- Replace broken fog lights
IMPROVE PERFORMANCE
- Install 3" of lift (keys, Z71 springs, new shocks)
- New wheels and 33's
- HI-6 headlight mod
- Install CAI
- LED tail lights
- Big 3 mod - part 1 done
- Install catch can
IMPROVE LOOKS
- Debadge and remove side moldings
- Remove rear wiper
- Paint door handles and liftgate handle black
- Paint fender flares black
- Remove factory side steps
- Install black/smoked headlights
- Install black/smoked tail lights & third brake light
- Paint bumpers black
- Paint grill black
- Install bull bar or grill guard
ADD FUNCTIONALITY
- Install ham radio & antenna
- Install 500W inverter
- Install dual battery system
I'm sure this list will change several times over the coarse of my build, which honestly may never be fully completed. Opinions and questions are always welcome. I look forward to the adventure and all the help you guys are going to provide.
Long Live the TAHOE!
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