Thunder: a 2003 Tahoe build

[outcast99]

I bought a bagged S10 and needed a tow pig since the AC and heater is coming out to fit (hopefully) 22s. I looked at diesels, gas trucks, heavy cars… nothing interested me. Well the decision was made for me when my Dad got into an accident that should of killed him, but his NBS Suburban saved him. That told me I’m getting a Tahoe out similar.

 

[outcast99]

i searched and found this CLEAN 2003 LT and went and scooped it up for 3500. Everything works except AC, driver rear window needs a regulator, and it has a couple paint flaws. Near perfect seats, carpet, panels and only 178k on it. 5.3, good history on oil changes and repairs, couldn’t pass it up

I ended up driving my S10 there, bought it, then trailered it back with no issues. The paint felt like sand papers, emblems and moldings had a green moss growing, and it needed a little more work than I expected.

The next day, (day 2) I drove back to Albany to drop off the trailer and scooped these 24” Dub 8Balls with new tires (dated 4020) for $800

 

[outcast99]

Day 3 was busy. Full buff, debadge, remove the moldings, got new lugnuts and wheels on, she looked great. Got some taillights from @Thatsquishykid717 for a good deal too

After, I took the last couple pics I ordered a 4/4 drop kit with keys and springs, shock relocators.

 

[George B]

Lookin good

 

[outcast99]

8 days later, yesterday, everything started showing up and I got the rear dropped. Did the free travel mod, rear springs in, and turned stock keys down for now until I get more time to do the front kit, although it looks great as is. I’ll keep this updated on next moves

 

[Joseph Garcia]

Looks Great!

 

[outcast99]

Oh, unpictured, I scooped up some Skar EVL12 subs in a prefab box, with an RP2000.1D amp, all new for $600. Upgraded the deck to an Alpine iLx-107 also. Haven’t hooked the subs up yet as im waiting for some 1/0 wiring

 

[Tonyrodz]

Coming out great! In for the mods.

 

[cooki3mnster]

Looking good!

 

[Tonyrodz]

Any updates?