New Here / First Thread / First Mods (Yukon XL Denali)

[shb500777]

Hello everyone. Just placed a deposit on a 2023 Yukon XL Denali (Titan Rush) and I am checking out this forum. Seems like some great information, and I am still peeking around. We pick up our new GMC on Monday.

1.) Most of my car / auto forum background is actually in muscle / sports cars (Cobra Mustang / M2 Competition / autocross), but kids change things. At least for now. The point is I have been around cars, and I have been around forums. However, this is the first GMC / Chevrolet that I have owned.

2.) Already looking into seat protectors, cargo mats, and possibly a Corsa exhaust system. Will also do some (self) ceramic interior / exterior protection. The SUV does already have window tint.

3.) Any "first mods" I should consider? Anything specific that GMC missed?

4.) If you had to rank 5 mods / items for these, what would they be?

5.) Anything else someone new to Yukon's / GMC should know? Of course I will keep looking around the forum...

Thanks! Happy to be here!

 

[OR VietVet]

Welcome to the forum from Oregon. If you don't post pics of the truck, it did not happen.

 

[Macrez21]

Hey welcome! Congrats on the vehicle, when you pick it up post some pics so we can see.

As for mods I’ve heard the aftermarket exhaust on 6.2’s and the corsa seems to be good. Cold starts sound beefy, when it warms up the db levels come down to a nice tone and when needed you can hear it roar down the street.

I’m kind of like you in the sense I want to modify what ever I have but I’m having an issue doing so. If you’re in a denali I’m assuming you have the air ride or mag ride so for the time being I think suspension is well suited. Some people add an intake but I’m a believer that money is better suited it other areas. Tints are done, sound system in the denali’s are good. Anything in particular you were looking to personalize with this one?

 

[jforb]

I save all the modification time/money/effort for the fun cars....the Tahoe is just a transportation unit.

 

[Miami-Dade]

Welcome from Miami&Queens NY!

 

[Fless]

Welcome from the State of Colorado!

 

[66 Galaxie]

Welcome!

Auto stop eliminator is one of my favorite mods.

 

[shb500777]

Welcome to the forum from Oregon. If you don't post pics of the truck, it did not happen.

Thanks! I will be sure to post up some pictures this week.

Also, just for the information, I am located in Virginia. Greetings from the East Coast!

 

[shb500777]

Hey welcome! Congrats on the vehicle, when you pick it up post some pics so we can see.

As for mods I’ve heard the aftermarket exhaust on 6.2’s and the corsa seems to be good. Cold starts sound beefy, when it warms up the db levels come down to a nice tone and when needed you can hear it roar down the street.

I’m kind of like you in the sense I want to modify what ever I have but I’m having an issue doing so. If you’re in a denali I’m assuming you have the air ride or mag ride so for the time being I think suspension is well suited. Some people add an intake but I’m a believer that money is better suited it other areas. Tints are done, sound system in the denali’s are good. Anything in particular you were looking to personalize with this one?

Thanks for the welcome! Will be sure to post up some pictures this week.

Exhaust is definitely on the "wish list" after searching around a few threads on the site.

After a few hours of looking around, I feel the same way as you... Not too much to jump right into regarding modifications. Not really looking for an intake right now.

 

[shb500777]

I save all the modification time/money/effort for the fun cars....the Tahoe is just a transportation unit.

This is not a bad idea... I did sell my M2 Competition earlier this year to use funds towards this purchase (for the wife / family).

I haven't figured out my next "toy" yet, but starting to save for that sounds like a smart plan.

 

[shb500777]

Welcome from Miami&Queens NY!

Welcome from the State of Colorado!

Thanks! Happy to be here, from Virginia.

 

[shb500777]

Welcome!

Auto stop eliminator is one of my favorite mods.

This is a GREAT idea. Thanks for the heads up.

Did you go with this one?

Autostop Eliminator for 2021-2025 GMC Yukon & Yukon XL

Permanently disable auto start stop on your 2021-2026 GMC Yukon / Yukon XL. Keeps your A/C running and your engine ready at every stoplight.

www.autostopeliminator.com

 

[GMCnewbee]

Welcome from Orlando. Agree that Auto Stop Eliminator is a good first step. Also Driver and Front Passenger window tint. I was told that they come with just a light tint because of the differing laws in different States. You might want to go darker. That was the first thing that we did.

 

[BlackBearPerf]

Welcome to the forum from Northern Idaho!

 

[Joseph Garcia]

Welcome to the Forum from NH.

Lots of knowledgeable folks here who freely share their knowledge, experiences, and perspectives. Knowledge is power.

I hope that you will become a participating member in the Forum's discussions.

 

[66 Galaxie]

This is a GREAT idea. Thanks for the heads up.

Did you go with this one?

Autostop Eliminator for 2021-2025 GMC Yukon & Yukon XL

Permanently disable auto start stop on your 2021-2026 GMC Yukon / Yukon XL. Keeps your A/C running and your engine ready at every stoplight.

www.autostopeliminator.com

Yes and the car is much more enjoyable to drive!

 

[Macrez21]

Yes and the car is much more enjoyable to drive!

I just ordered one after reading this, thanks!

 

[OR VietVet]

Welcome to the forum from Oregon.

 

[ninjaplumber]

I install a catch can soon after I purchase these vehicles. I feel the biggest help will be after you get some miles on them it helps the intake valves from getting a buildup of burnt oil on them. This will help with the rough idle issue over time. I cured the rough idle issue on my 2017 Denali with this catch can and upper intake spray cleaner from GM.

 

[shb500777]

Welcome to the Forum from NH.

Lots of knowledgeable folks here who freely share their knowledge, experiences, and perspectives. Knowledge is power.

I hope that you will become a participating member in the Forum's discussions.

Welcome to the forum from Oregon.

Welcome to the Forum from NH.

Lots of knowledgeable folks here who freely share their knowledge, experiences, and perspectives. Knowledge is power.

I hope that you will become a participating member in the Forum's discussions.

Thanks again to everyone for the warm welcome. Already learning a fair amount by searching around the forums.