Tahoe PPV (police package)

[aggmeister2010]

I need help for lifting a 2010 TAHOE 2WD ppv looking to lift little more that stock height, thanks

...Do you mean lifting it to a little more than stock PPV height, or stock LT height? The PPV is 2 inches lower in the back, and 1 inch lower in the front than a standard Tahoe.

 

[edmundo]

...Do you mean lifting it to a little more than stock PPV height, or stock LT height? The PPV is 2 inches lower in the back, and 1 inch lower in the front than a standard Tahoe.

Well I dont know what I need for put'it on stock height my opion was like just new struts and stuck length sway bar link .

but I saw the RC 3.5" suspension lift kit and comes with:
(FRONT Upper strut spacers , Upper control arms , Upper MOOG ball joints )
(REAR Coil spring spacers , Lower shock relocation brackets , Extended sway-bar links) maybe this is a better option to run 285 or 295 tires of course add monroe struts

OR maybe another option is adding rancho quicklift & stuck length sway bar link

i'm assuming that ppv option only affect on the struts

 

[aggmeister2010]

You'd need Standard LT length front struts and rear shocks/springs to install that stuff. They're counting on the car already being at the standard ride height to achieve the 3.5" lift. If you used that kit with your current PPV shocks and springs, you'd get 1.5" over factory in the back, and 2.5" over factory ride height in the front.

PPV Sway Bar End Links are the same as the standard LT.

 

[iLikeEggs]

The bumper height on my SSV seems to be the same as every other Tahoe/Yukon with stock tires.
As far as the power train, it's stock as well. The Computer has some uniqueness to it though. You can't flash the lights or blip the horn from the key fob and the auto setting on the headlights is disabled. The dealer wasn't able to change this. I'm good with that though.

 

[aggmeister2010]

The bumper height on my SSV seems to be the same as every other Tahoe/Yukon with stock tires.
As far as the power train, it's stock as well. The Computer has some uniqueness to it though. You can't flash the lights or blip the horn from the key fob and the auto setting on the headlights is disabled. The dealer wasn't able to change this. I'm good with that though.

It APPEARS to be the same, becuase we have smaller tires than the standard LT...which makes it deceiving to the eye.

If you actually get a tape measurer and measure ground to top of the wheel well, you'll see a 1" difference in the front and 2" in the back on LT vs PPV.

Power train more or less the same but the PPV has bigger brakes, locking diff, different gearing in the diff to allow it to get to 140 mph, and automatic high idle. Different springs and shocks and beefier sway bars as well. Might also have a higher output alternator, I don't remember. On the electrical side, it has the option for 2 batteries from the factory, as well as the auto headlights and alarm audio/visual notifications disabled. You also have the option to disable the daytime running lights. Unfortunately, you CANNOT fully disable the traction/stability control on the PPV without pulling the ABS fuse, so no burnouts

 

[iLikeEggs]

Yes it lowered and has shorter tires because it is pursuit rated, the SSV is not pursuit rated and has has stock power and drive train as well as 4wd and the tow package. I'm not sure which shocks , have on the but it does ride a bit more "crisply" than my buddy's Tahoe. He's got got same size tires and ride height. Put in a parking lot with ten other Tahoe's and aside from the lack of door trim and the antennas on top it will blend perfectly.

 

[ccapehartusarmyINF.(ret)]

other then the obvious 2 speed transfer case the only real big differences in the 2wd and 4wd models is the 2wd model has V-rated tires and a top speed of 139 mph
the 4wd model has a top speed of 121 mph they both have rear locking diffs 3.08 axle ratios the suspension is the same

 

[iLikeEggs]

I'm unwatching this thread.

 

[isellpower]

The bumper height on my SSV seems to be the same as every other Tahoe/Yukon with stock tires.
As far as the power train, it's stock as well. The Computer has some uniqueness to it though. You can't flash the lights or blip the horn from the key fob and the auto setting on the headlights is disabled. The dealer wasn't able to change this. I'm good with that though.

I thought SSV and PPV also had the wonky window and lock control that could only be operated from the drivers seat.

 

[iLikeEggs]

On both models the front doors and windows are operational. The rear window switches are dummy switches. I found a couple on ebay pretty cheap. The wiring harness is still there, just pull the panel and pop them in place. On the rear doors the door handle linkage is removed as well. I had to get those from the dealer, just one piece per side. Easy install. I think it was about 8 bucks each.
Both rear doors and windows are fully functional now.

One other thing I ran into on the rear was that although they put in the original (still new) back seat, there were no seat belts. LOL. What I found was that they were installed at the factory but were left behind the side pillar covers, still neatly zip tied. This was because they put in the prisoner cage and partitions at wherever agency they wind up at. All I had to do was order the anchor bolts(which are special bolts, don't use standard bolts). Again, easy and surprising fix.

 

[isellpower]

On both models the front doors and windows are operational. The rear window switches are dummy switches. I found a couple on ebay pretty cheap. The wiring harness is still there, just pull the panel and pop them in place. On the rear doors the door handle linkage is removed as well. I had to get those from the dealer, just one piece per side. Easy install. I think it was about 8 bucks each.
Both rear doors and windows are fully functional now.

One other thing I ran into on the rear was that although they put in the original (still new) back seat, there were no seat belts. LOL. What I found was that they were installed at the factory but were left behind the side pillar covers, still neatly zip tied. This was because they put in the prisoner cage and partitions at wherever agency they wind up at. All I had to do was order the anchor bolts(which are special bolts, don't use standard bolts). Again, easy and surprising fix.

Shoot, I passed on 2 really nice, low mileage PPV's due to the rear window/lock control issues. I had no idea the wiring was still there.

 

[mr tahoe]

Hey guys i have an 08 ppv and i wanted to reprogram the drl and the security system i go crazy every time i lock my that i have to double check it due to no lights or horns operating when locking/unlocking so i saw a guy that said,yup you have the police mode on and i can cancel that ??? Is that right and if he cancels the police mode what would i loose gain ?

 

[iLikeEggs]

My 2011 has the same set up. Although my key fob has all the buttons, only the lock/unlock and rear hatch buttons work. My headlights auto-on only works with the dash lights.
Some can be reprogrammed at the dealer with their Tech2 thingamajig. I took it in to have them reprogram it and turn the auto-on for the headlights back on and they said they couldn't and they would have to call GM. While they were plugged in they also messed up my tune (my fault for not uploading the original file back before I dropped it off...dooh!). Lol. I decided to leave it as is. I don't miss the lights flashing or the stupid horn blip. Turning on the headlights manually is second nature at this point so no biggie. There's lots of quirks with the PPV/SSV's but they are freaking awesome, especially for the price.

 

[mr tahoe]

You are 100% right i guess ill leave it in the stealth mode lool

 

[Wingsfan26]

Does anyone know what the biggest tires I can put on my 2011 SSV? I just found an amazing deal on a set of 2015 Tahoe 18” wheels and tires (275 x65 18). My biggest concern is tire rubbing with the lowered ride height. Anyone have any experience? I also have a stock 2006 Avalanche that could be an option as well, but I would prefer them on the Tahoe!

Thanks for any help!

Eric

 

[aggmeister2010]

Does anyone know what the biggest tires I can put on my 2011 SSV? I just found an amazing deal on a set of 2015 Tahoe 18” wheels and tires (275 x65 18). My biggest concern is tire rubbing with the lowered ride height. Anyone have any experience? I also have a stock 2006 Avalanche that could be an option as well, but I would prefer them on the Tahoe!

Thanks for any help!

Eric

SSV isn't lowered. Do you have a SSV or a PPV? Measure from the ground to the top of the wheel well and give us the result in inches.

 

[Wingsfan26]

SSV isn't lowered. Do you have a SSV or a PPV? Measure from the ground to the top of the wheel well and give us the result in inches.

I have the 4wd SSV. Pass front is 34", Pass rear is 37", Dr front is 34.5", Dr rear is 38". The truck had been in a pass side accident. Didn't realize how bad it was off. Guess I'll have to figure out what it should be and see what I can adjust.

Eric

 

[Wingsfan26]

Also, I meant to post before, not sure if this is general knowledge or not, but all GM vehicles come with remote start ability now. I have a buddy who works there. I bought some remote start key fobs on eBay and he just turned on the remote start calibration and programed them for me. Super easy. Any dealership could do it. He also uploaded my new Cal to GM's database, so if I have to go to the dealer for any issues where they reflash, I won't lose anything.

I also did the Airaid Junior CAI pipe and filter kit and a BBP tune. What a huge difference! I was very lucky that Justin was in my area the week after I bought it and had an open slot for me.

 

[dkwilson16]

I am needing to replace all my PPV shocks (my ride is horrible in combination with my 24"s).

Can someone advise what my best route is on gaining ride quality?
Do I just go back with the shocks/struts that the dealership has quoted me, or is there an aftermarket brand that fits and may be better? Any preferred vendors here that can help?
Anything else I can do to make the ride better (that won't cost an arm and a leg)? Someone mentioned replacing the jounce pads? Expensive?

The shocks/struts the dealership quoted me are:
Front: GM part # 20765177 ($222.32 each)
Rear: GM part # 25871234 ($112.78 each)

Thanks

 

[992dr]

dkw,
If you liked the factory ride, email gmpartsdirect dot com. Give them your VIN and they will give you the exact replacement part per your VIN. They will also give you a better price than the dealer.

Aftermarket, Bell Tech adjustable struts seem to be popular.