Front Lower Valance

[Baggerjim]

I have an '08 Tahoe LTZ, does the front valance serve any real use or is it just for looks? I want to take it off for more ground clearance. I tow a 6000# travel trailer and I don't want to screw up any air flow that helps with cooling. Thanks

 

[NathanJax]

just for looks

 

[CrashTestDummy]

The front valence, or more-specifically, the front air dam actually directs air out from under the truck, reducing turbulence there, and helping MPG some. I haven't compared the vehicle with and without the airdam, but we put a front air dam from a NBS Suburban/Tahoe on our '02 Sierra 2500HD D/A and gained a solid MPG in all driving modes. Your mileage may vary.

 

[vinnyray]

I had mine off and on, doing several trials and couldn't notice a difference. If you drive a lot of highway you may see more of a drop removing it.

The other alternative is to trim it.

 

[fiatdale]

If you do remove it, the bumper cover looks like shit without it. Youd want to trim the bottom of the cover off as well so it cleans it up.

 

[Baggerjim]

Thanks to all, any info helps.

 

[jdj71]

I'm looking to replace my air dam/valance. Any tips on the removal? Thx

 

[vinnyray]

I'm looking to replace my air dam/valance. Any tips on the removal? Thx

What vehicle do you have?

 

[jdj71]

Oh yes. 07' yuk SLT

 

[01Konvict]

Two screws in corner of bumper near tires. Then clips in middle just pull out.

 

[dktrpepr]

Took the front valance off my '09 Tahoe LTZ and this is the look. I've noticed about .5 MPG drop but mostly city driving so not sure of the hwy MGP.

Next step will be to dremel off those little tabs for a clean look.