Newbie Here...'07 Tahoe LT

[ChrisAU]

Just wanted to introduce myself, I come from F-150 Online back to a Chevy...first SUV I've ever had though, always been a pickup man.

My name is Chris, I live and work in Birmingham, AL. Just graduated from Auburn University in May though, War Eagle!

Anyhow, here are some pics of the new ride:

Going to add an LTZ Grill and Door Handle Covers, and hopefully find a LTZ cup holder/center console insert. Anybody know where to pick one of those up cheap? I've looked on eBay but I'm not paying $160 for a cupholder!

 

[Timmy]

that's about the going price (160)

i think the denali interior plastics would look GREAT in there. i love it on black.

http://tahoeyukonforum.com/forum/showthread.php?t=28162&highlight=denali

 

[ChrisAU]

Oh those do look nice, didn't know the arm rest tray was an option for upgrade.

 

[Timmy]

yes sir.

i have everything except for the console pieces for sale. you know you want them!

 

[KMeloney]

Welcome, Chris!

My $.02: If you're going to go with chrome door handles, do it right and get the factory chrome handles and NOT an "overlay" piece.

Also, I think chrome door handles require some other chrome to go with. Yes, you've got the [polished] wheels, but I think the handles go best with chrome door molding, etc.

Are you a fan of the pinstriping on your truck? I don't think these trucks need/should have any, especially with the door molding. Too many horizontal lines. If you're not a fan of it, I'd remove it. Your truck will look instantly different (read: better).

Lastly, if you're new to these trucks, then you should be mindful of the fact that the wood grain between the Tahoe, Denali, and Escalade are all DIFFERENT. So, stick with an LTZ console cover unless you plan to swap out ALL of your interior wood trim.

Enjoy!

 

[Timmy]

25887447- Denali Center trim piece- Maple/Metallic Brush
25807742- Denali Passenger side vent/surround- Metallic Brush
25887444- Denali Driver side vent/surround- Maple/Metallic Brush
25902018- Denali Center console latch- Maple
20811675- Denali Center console cup holder- Maple


the escalade wood grain won't work either way, but here are the part numbers for the denali stuff.

 

[felixgun]

Welcome! Beautiful car and I like the list of future mods starting. Keep the updates/pics comin! Also have you thought about removing the pin stripe? It looks much cleaner without IMO.

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Welcome, Chris!

My $.02: If you're going to go with chrome door handles, do it right and get the factory chrome handles and NOT an "overlay" piece.

Also, I think chrome door handles require some other chrome to go with. Yes, you've got the [polished] wheels, but I think the handles go best with chrome door molding, etc.

Are you a fan of the pinstriping on your truck? I don't think these trucks need/should have any, especially with the door molding. Too many horizontal lines. If you're not a fan of it, I'd remove it. Your truck will look instantly different (read: better).

Lastly, if you're new to these trucks, then you should be mindful of the fact that the wood grain between the Tahoe, Denali, and Escalade are all DIFFERENT. So, stick with an LTZ console cover unless you plan to swap out ALL of your interior wood trim.

Enjoy!

+1 on the door handle covers. Just go OEM!

 

[07Burb]

nice ride!! I've always been a fan of the blue and I like your addition of the LTZ rims Welcome to the site and post up often

 

[ChrisAU]

Would an '07 LT and '09/'10 LT have the same woodgrain?

 

[felixgun]

all the Tahoe's have the same woodgrain if they do have woodgrain. Tahoe's have one type of wood grain. Denali's have one type of woodgrain. Then escalade is a whole different type/size.

 

[ChrisAU]

Thanks felixgun, I ordered the cup holder/console insert, looks too nice to me!

 

[felixgun]

Yea I got it stock on my car and love it. I didn't even know they had the plastic one's if you had the rest of the woodgrain on the dash until I signed up for this website lol

 

[Wakinvol]

My LTZ has the woodgrain console...I am not crazy about it. Shoot me some good pictures of yours. I MIGHT be interested in a swap. I am close in TN




.....nevermind. I just saw your post on this page!

 

[ChrisAU]

Walkinvol, I'd def be willing to sell you mine for not very much if you'd like it. I will say it is an upgrade ergonomically, I just like the woodgrain look. Send me a PM if you wanna do something.

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Oh and hey are there any tricks to removing the old cupholder/tray to install my new woodgrain one? Is it just clipped in?

 

[UKNOWME8]

i had no idea this was even an option but now that i do i am going to get one for my wife's Tahoe. i love the classy look it gives.

 

[ChrisAU]

i had no idea this was even an option but now that i do i am going to get one for my wife's Tahoe. i love the classy look it gives.

Ha I think that's exactly why I like it so much.

So is anybody able to advise as to how to properly remove the old one?

 

[Wakinvol]

It is classy looking...but it SUCKS for storage!!! I like a bin to dump my crap in that is easy to get to.

Chris, I will think on it. I really can't afford any extra right now. Too many irons in the fire, but I will let you know if I change my mind. thanks

 

[UKNOWME8]

I took the one out on by hd yesterday. It is held in by 4 retainer clips. Start on the sides about 1/2 down using any kind of flat firm metel I used my knife. If you stik it in the crack and push down on the knife or what ever your useing it will pop up. Kind of like opening a bottel of beer. then pull it towards the rear of the truck there are 2 plastic retaining tabs @ where it meats the dash. Then just insert the new one and pop it into place.

 

[ChrisAU]

Thanks guys, I got mine in yesterday and was easily able to pull the black spacious one and replace it with the woodgrain classy yet restrictive one. I love it. Looks like I better get to 80 posts so I can put my old one in the classifieds! Ha

 

[LA ADORADA]

nice truck