Jon Caveman's 2015 Tahoe LTZ

[Pilot]

Hello all. A couple of days ago I bought a really nice looking, very high mile (251k lol ) 2015 Tahoe LTZ. I don't mind the high mileage because I got a killer deal on it ($8k). So even if I have to rebuild the motor and transmission, I'll still feel good about it lmao.

I still have the popular "Lifted Tahoe" – 2002 Tahoe LT you might have seen on YouTube.

And here's the build thread for that Tahoe.

I haven't even gotten the plates for my new Tahoe yet and I've already ordered several mods. I'll post about those next.

 

[Pilot]

First I'm dropping it off at the shop and having them go through everything from top to bottom. I told them I want it running like new.

Next it's going to the paint shop. We're sticking with black but I told them I want a tuxedo black with a deep shine.

The leather on the front seats is somehow in great shape, but due to the high mileage, the cushion and power mechanism on the driver's side is pretty worn, so I bought two replacement seats out of a low mileage 2019 Denali. They're currently en route.

 

[Pilot]

Next, for some reason, I'm unable to connect to bluetooth on the stock media system, so I bought a Tesla style tablet replacement headunit from AUCarAuto. Kinda feels like I'm rolling the dice with this one lol.

Ordered yesterday, they asked me to send a picture of my dashboard today to verify fitment and compatibility. That's a good sign.

 

[Pilot]

Lastly (for now), I'm considering a set of Morimoto XB LED Headlights. Does anyone have experience with these? They're hella pricey, but the reviews that I've read are really good, and IMO they look killer.

 

[BacDoc]

Impressive build on that first one! Do you still have it?

Those Morimoto headlights look tight!

 

[Pilot]

Impressive build on that first one! Do you still have it?

Those Morimoto headlights look tight!

Yep! Still have the 2002 Tahoe with a list of mods already purchased.. but I moved out of that house and got an apartment in Buenos Aires, Argentina, so I haven't been able to install any of them.

 

[Pilot]

Anzo also makes an LED headlight that's pretty dope. I'm having trouble deciding which I like better. I think I like the DRL of the Morimoto better, but the projector lights of the Anzo better. What do you guys think?

Morimoto

Anzo

 

[BacDoc]

Anzo might be best choice for black body color

 

[gtrslngrchris]

Having made my own custom Morimoto headlights in the past I can say that I'm pleased with their headlights for my 2015 Yukon. The housing feels cheap on the back side but the performance is there. I got my set open box on ebay for 1100'ish instead of full price but the box was clearly brand new and never opened. The cutoff is nice and sharp and they were easily aimed. I'd personally prefer if they weren't as dark as they are but it matches their tail lights.

 

[Tonyrodz]

Yep! Still have the 2002 Tahoe with a list of mods already purchased.. but I moved out of that house and got an apartment in Buenos Aires, Argentina, so I haven't been able to install any of them.

That's one helluva move. Last we heard you were in NJ.

 

[Pilot]

That's one helluva move. Last we heard you were in NJ.

I'm in Delaware right now working on my new Tahoe lol. I'll be in NYC on Monday. Just got another apartment, this time in Bloomfield, NJ. But I still have an apartment in Buenos Aires. I'm going back down there on 07/08.

 

[Pilot]

I finished the install of the Morimoto's and DAMM they look awesome. Very happy with them.

 

[Tonyrodz]

I finished the install of the Morimoto's and DAMM they look awesome. Very happy with them.

Very nice.

 

[BacDoc]

Nice work and video edit!
All you need now is illuminated bow tie!

 

[Pilot]

Nice work and video edit!
All you need now is illuminated bow tie!
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Wow that's awesome! Is that aftermarket? If so, where'd you get it??

 

[Pilot]

Dropped my K2xx at the shop on Monday to have them go through it. Nothing surprising at all; broken motor mount, exhaust manifold leak, play in control arms, needs struts and ball joints. Overall I was happy with the diagnosis.

ALSO–what a coincidence! This leveling kit I was already looking at knocks out like half the stuff on that list! Pulled the trigger online from Rudy's Diesel this afternoon. Having this kit sent straight to the shop. I leave for Buenos Aires on Sunday (July 7). Truck should be ready to by the time I return, second week of August.

 

[Pilot]

Also ordered wheels and tires last week. PERFORMANCE REPLICAS Machined Face 22x9's on Mickey Thompson Baja Boss A/T 285/45R22's. Hoping they arrive by this Friday so I can sign for them.

 

[Pilot]

Lastly, steering wheel has a lot of wear, leaving crud on my hands, which really bothers me.

So I ordered a custom made carbon fiber and leather, flat bottom fighter steering wheel with performance gauges on top. Pictured in red stitching but they're making mine in black with white stitching and a white twelve o'clock stripe.

 

[Pilot]

When I bought my k2xx a few weeks ago, the center console lid was contorted. A common issue with high mileage Tahoes. So I replaced it with an inexpensive one from eBay. I'm fine with the result; the factory original was real leather-the replacement is vinyl. But it looks good enough. And to protect it from more damage, I bought an inexpensive cover from eBay. It was around $30 I believe.

Original

Replacement

Cover

 

[Pilot]

Had 5% tints all around installed today along with clear UV film on the windshield and sunroof. My wife is highly sensitive to sunlight.