My new to me Tahoe

[Mudfrog]

What HU did you install? Got any pics? Looking good!!

This one.. It does ok, a little disappointed with it. Alpine UTE-52BT

 

[Mudfrog]

CAI installed.

 

[wiltff]

Have you changed the wheels yet? The wheels you posted are pretty cool. I have been thinking of the same wheels for my 02. I just put on a set of Dueler H/Ls on the original rims because my old ones were bald and had a screw.

 

[Chevy305]

Sub installed..

How well does that sub run off of your factory amp?

 

[Mudfrog]

Have you changed the wheels yet? The wheels you posted are pretty cool. I have been thinking of the same wheels for my 02. I just put on a set of Dueler H/Ls on the original rims because my old ones were bald and had a screw.

I haven't changed them out yet. There are some other things I need to do before I swap the wheels / tires. Just planning ahead.

How well does that sub run off of your factory amp?

It does pretty good. Some songs sound great while others could have a little more bass. If you are going to stay with the factory amp get the 2ohm version as it will play a little louder.

 

[Mudfrog]

Ok, it's been a little while since I've done anything. I'm going to continue to update this thread as time goes on. I'm dropping the Hoe off on Tuesday to get the transmission rebuilt. It's slipping quite a lot now.

My upcoming changes:

Leveling kit
Tires (maybe wheels)
Braided brake lines
Replace rear backing plates that have rotted out
Replace emergency brake setup
Change out the headlights for ones that allow you to see at night
Change the sub from 4ohm to 2 ohm (not adding an amp as of yet, could use a little more umph)

 

[01TX_Tahoe]

lookin good so far. how are the shorty's working for you? notice any difference in performance or gas mileage?

 

[Mudfrog]

lookin good so far. how are the shorty's working for you? notice any difference in performance or gas mileage?

I can't really comment on fuel mileage as my transmission had been so out of whack my mpg dropped to around 12.

I'm sure I picked up a few HP but the biggest thing I noticed was the exhaust tone. My dad set his 03 Avalanche 5.3 up just like mine, minus the headers. Both are using the same converters and same Max Flow 5" x 11" x 22" muffler. My exhaust is noticeably louder and throatier sounding.

 

[Mudfrog]

Talked to the guy rebuilding my transmission yesterday. He said the bands were very worn, sun shell was broken and the oil pump was shot. He said he's using upgraded heavy duty parts and he's throwing a shift kit and Corvette servo in as well. Hopefully I'll have her back next week.

 

[masterblaster]

Can some one tell me how to start my own post?? Im new and i need help

 

[masterblaster]

rear end gt4 3.73 rear gear ratio.

My question is does this part fit???
Its from auto zone

 

[TheAutumnWind]

Talked to the guy rebuilding my transmission yesterday. He said the bands were very worn, sun shell was broken and the oil pump was shot. He said he's using upgraded heavy duty parts and he's throwing a shift kit and Corvette servo in as well. Hopefully I'll have her back next week.

Sounds like hes doing all the right stuff.

torque converter?

 

[Mr. Merk]

Sounds like hes doing all the right stuff.

torque converter?

This^

I would see about getting an OEM torque converter from a 4.2L Trailblazer. I picked mine up for $80 and its a night and day difference.

When I put on my 22" TBSS replicas on, it was a total dog. Would not get out of its own way! The converter brought it back.

 

[05Single]

Clean looking ride. Can't wait to see more. And what the future holds.
Sub-to-the-scribed

 

[Mudfrog]

Sounds like hes doing all the right stuff.

torque converter?

He did replace the torque converter, however I'm assuming it's a factory one as he did not specify otherwise.

It took me a month to get the Tahoe back but it is shifting great. $1300 out the door including labor. It's shifting great.

Other than that the only thing I've done is LED interior lights. Once the weather warms up a little bit more I'm cleaning out the garage so I can start on some bigger projects.

 

[Mudfrog]

Installed DEPO projectors last night. It made a huge difference. I should have done it a lot sooner.

 

[Mudfrog]

Got my new wheels in. Now I have to decide on which tires to run.

 

[mmeachem]

Got my new wheels in. Now I have to decide on which tires to run.

An offroad look tire would look good, but look for one with low noise, if not I highly recommend Michelin tires they are awesome in all weather and last forever.


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[Mudfrog]

An offroad look tire would look good, but look for one with low noise, if not I highly recommend Michelin tires they are awesome in all weather and last forever.


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I've kinda decided between these three. I wanted to stick with a 32" but the Zeon and Terra Grappler are only available in the 32.6+. I only plan on running my leveling kit at 2-2.5" and I'm not sure how well it would clear a 285. The wheels are 17x9, 0 offset, 5" backspacing. I tow around 4-5k lbs a couple times a year so they need to stand up to that as well.

Cooper Zeon LTZ in 285 70 17 - 32.8" x 11.2" - 10 ply

Mickey Thompson Baja STZ in 275 70 17 - 32.2" x 11" - Load Range E

Nitto Terra Grappler in 285 70 17 - 32.6" x 11.5" - Load Range E

 

[mmeachem]

I've kinda decided between these three. I wanted to stick with a 32" but the Zeon and Terra Grappler are only available in the 32.6+. I only plan on running my leveling kit at 2-2.5" and I'm not sure how well it would clear a 285. The wheels are 17x9, 0 offset, 5" backspacing. I tow around 4-5k lbs a couple times a year so they need to stand up to that as well.

Cooper Zeon LTZ in 285 70 17 - 32.8" x 11.2" - 10 ply

Mickey Thompson Baja STZ in 275 70 17 - 32.2" x 11" - Load Range E

Nitto Terra Grappler in 285 70 17 - 32.6" x 11.5" - Load Range E

I've heard positive things about the Cooper Zeons, which includes things about low noise.


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