Tonyrodz's Tahoe Build Thread

[Rocket Man]

You figure out the brakes yet Tony?

 

[Tonyrodz]

I checked the brake line connections in the rear. They're all dry and appear tight, so those are good. I see some wet spots on the driver's side front wheel well liner. Thought it was brake fluid--nope. It was grease from the cv axle, that I replaced less then a year ago.
I saw the rotor grooved a little too, just on the outside. Checked the mc fluid level and it actually looks lower. Wasn't able to check any further as it was getting dark.

 

[89Suburban]

I checked the brake line connections in the rear. They're all dry and appear tight, so those are good. I see some wet spots on the driver's side front wheel well liner. Thought it was brake fluid--nope. It was grease from the cv axle, that I replaced less then a year ago.View attachment 385064
I saw the rotor grooved a little too, just on the outside. Checked the mc fluid level and it actually looks lower. Wasn't able to check any further as it was getting dark.

DA FAK!!

 

[Tonyrodz]

DA FAK!!

Yeah, I don't get it. Still waiting on the mc to come in the mail. Hopefully that'll fix it.

 

[Rocket Man]

I checked the brake line connections in the rear. They're all dry and appear tight, so those are good. I see some wet spots on the driver's side front wheel well liner. Thought it was brake fluid--nope. It was grease from the cv axle, that I replaced less then a year ago.View attachment 385064
I saw the rotor grooved a little too, just on the outside. Checked the mc fluid level and it actually looks lower. Wasn't able to check any further as it was getting dark.

What brand was that cv axle?

 

[Tonyrodz]

What brand was that cv axle?

Don't really remember, but I think they're lifetime. Just weird that the same side split again, and my 4wd isn't connected.

 

[Rocket Man]

Don't really remember, but I think they're lifetime. Just weird that the same side split again, and my 4wd isn't connected.

It doesn’t matter if the 4WD is connected or not, they still rotate the same amount. There’s just no power being applied to them. I remember when I replaced mine there were some pretty inexpensive ones and the OEM ones were about twice as much but I bought them anyway because I didn’t want to mess with them again. I think you can just buy the boot but you might need a special tool to tighten the clamps.

 

[89Suburban]

Don't really remember, but I think they're lifetime. Just weird that the same side split again, and my 4wd isn't connected.

They must not be speed rated for doing a buck twenty on the GSP?

 

[03X2]

Now remember, my 03 originally came with the 4.8. I now have around 276,000 on it. Other then knock sensors and the dreaded occasional "reduced engine power "I've never had an issue with the motor. Actually ran flawlessly. Never burned oil, but I occasionally have to add some antifreeze. This could've been a leaking headgasket, burning antifreeze in the cylinder, could've been leaking, etc. This was just my excuse to go bigger and better! So... I already have a plan, or so I thought. I was just going to get myself a 6.0, a little exhaust work and call it a day. So I start gathering the parts I thought I'd need for the swap. Usual stuff. Preventive maintenance items, plugs, wires etc. View attachment 80016 View attachment 80017Nothing crazy. Then I get this... View attachment 80018 View attachment 80019 View attachment 80020
Almost complete 6.0 from an 05 Silverado. Just a baby with only 105,000 miles on it. So now my mind starts going a mile a minute! I have a few dollars to spare. I talk to a mechanic buddy of mine who knows a shop..... Oh yeah, this is how it starts.

 

[RAMurphy]

@Tonyrodz Just finished your build thread. A lot of great information, troubleshooting, heartache and awesome upgrades. Awesome build thread - I've learned a lot.

 

[Tonyrodz]

@Tonyrodz Just finished your build thread. A lot of great information, troubleshooting, heartache and awesome upgrades. Awesome build thread - I've learned a lot.

Glad you took something away from it. It's also proof of all of the awesome members on here!

 

[RAMurphy]

Glad you took something away from it. It's also proof of all of the awesome members on here!

That is such a true statement.

 

[DadsToy]

After all this and reading the ty forums, I started to get the mod bug! Thx guys.
I really liked the rear Escalade appliques. Hard to find in my neck of the woods, and at the time no one was selling a set on the forums. Saw an ad on cl for a set. Score! Guy was parting out an Escalade and was selling a set for $100. Only thing was I had to drive 2 hrs one way to pick them up. No biggie. Came home with these. This was after the color match, which I bartered some other work for. Came out great. Perfect match. View attachment 79886
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Couldn't be happier with the look.

I know this is an old thread, but just started reading it. I like this mod. I had one of my vents had a hole in it and got a replacement. But I like this Cadillac mod much better. I was able to find an 2000 and a 2006 Escalade appliques. The 2006 is already painted and was wondering if you happen to know if the 2006 would fit my 2002. I tried to see a comparison and don't really see much of a change from the 2006 to my 2002. I know the 2000 would fit.

 

[Tonyrodz]

I know this is an old thread, but just started reading it. I like this mod. I had one of my vents had a hole in it and got a replacement. But I like this Cadillac mod much better. I was able to find an 2000 and a 2006 Escalade appliques. The 2006 is already painted and was wondering if you happen to know if the 2006 would fit my 2002. I tried to see a comparison and don't really see much of a change from the 2006 to my 2002. I know the 2000 would fit.

Yup, it sure will. Be careful that the tabs on the Esky appliques aren't broken. You really gotta tug on them to get them off.

 

[DadsToy]

Yup, it sure will. Be careful that the tabs on the Esky appliques aren't broken. You really gotta tug on them to get them off.

Thanks for the reply.
That would be awesome if these fit. I know what you mean about those tabs. When I went to remove the original replacement ones at the PPL. They where tough to remove. But this is a pretty cool mod. Like the Cad's appliques better. I was going to color match-paint the original ones, but opt to get these instead. Cheers

 

[Tonyrodz]

Thanks for the reply.
That would be awesome if these fit. I know what you mean about those tabs. When I went to remove the original replacement ones at the PPL. They where tough to remove. But this is a pretty cool mod. Like the Cad's appliques better. I was going to color match-paint the original ones, but opt to get these instead. Cheers

There was one guy who put led strips in them. I think he might've had them hooked into the brake lights. Actually didn't look bad.

 

[Tonyrodz]

Finally did something. I had to work Saturday, so I brought my new MC with me. Finally bench bled it. I've only had it sitting in a box for 3-4 months. I'm 1/2 there boys!!

 

[Sam Harris]

Great work T!! Now, take a break. You don’t want to overdo it. We’ll see what happens next quarter.

 

[OR VietVet]

You must be wore out! What's next, unclamping from the bench?

 

[Tonyrodz]

Great work T!! Now, take a break. You don’t want to overdo it. We’ll see what happens next quarter.

You must be wore out! What's next, unclamping from the bench?

Just trying to pace myself. Don't wanna wear out the old man.