What did you do to your NNBS GMT900 Tahoe/Yukon Today?

[Project Workshop]

whatcha think about those fox shocks over the stock?

I have been thinking about a set for the Jeep (when I eventually lift it), I didn't know they were an option for the tahoe!

I've really enjoyed the Fox 2.0's the last couple of years. The tuned 2.5's are an even firmer ride on road, but I enjoy that. It all depends what you are looking for. Offroad the 2.0's rode great, I'll be testing the 2.5's soon.

 

[iamdub]

Did nothing to the Denali this weekend. Instead, I took the wife car shopping. She bought a new 2023 Lincoln Nautilus. Only has 7 miles on the OD. Hopefully with it being white not red, it won’t attack any deer. *(see even the website knew what I really meant and autocorrected the word attract to attack).

I finished up another Big 3/4. I’m wondering if it’s time to do another thread on this so we can do a sticky. Then I can list what’s needed for the 6.2l with the battery mounted fuse vs. the firewall mount. That way folks know the p/n for the alternator (if they upgrade or replace with new), what gauge and lengths they need, which ends (straight, 90°, 45°) to buy so they can solder and crimp them, the tools necessary for the project and what goes where.

Or we can continuing to repeat ourselves in new threads. Although it’s probably easier to just reference them to a sticky and they can have at ‘er.

I know there are one or two out there already, but I think they may have other stuff in their thread build, as opposed to just a Big 3/Big 4 upgrade. Thoughts?

I like the idea of one with the newer style with the battery-mounted fuse. I might be doing another like mine (firewall-mounted fuse), but I don't know when. I'll be sure to document the steps. I kinda did with the one in my build thread but it's broken up and not a clean how-to. I also used a hydraulic crimper versus a hammer or "pliers" style that most anyone else would use.

 

[Project Workshop]

Picked up a new seat belt buckle, GM #19121541. Installed it in the parking lot of the dealer, fired her up, and no more airbag light!

 

[iamdub]

Did nothing to the Denali this weekend. Instead, I took the wife car shopping. She bought a new 2023 Lincoln Nautilus. Only has 7 miles on the OD. Hopefully with it being white not red, it won’t attack any deer. *(see even the website knew what I really meant and autocorrected the word attract to attack).

I finished up another Big 3/4. I’m wondering if it’s time to do another thread on this so we can do a sticky. Then I can list what’s needed for the 6.2l with the battery mounted fuse vs. the firewall mount. That way folks know the p/n for the alternator (if they upgrade or replace with new), what gauge and lengths they need, which ends (straight, 90°, 45°) to buy so they can solder and crimp them, the tools necessary for the project and what goes where.

Or we can continuing to repeat ourselves in new threads. Although it’s probably easier to just reference them to a sticky and they can have at ‘er.

I know there are one or two out there already, but I think they may have other stuff in their thread build, as opposed to just a Big 3/Big 4 upgrade. Thoughts?

I like the idea of one with the newer style with the battery-mounted fuse. I might be doing another like mine (firewall-mounted fuse), but I don't know when. I'll be sure to document the steps. I kinda did with the one in my build thread but it's broken up and not a clean how-to. I also used a hydraulic crimper versus a hammer or "pliers" style that most anyone else would use.

Actually, since they'd be the same otherwise, you could do your write-up and cop my pics to add in to show the alternate routing for those with the firewall-mounted fuse. It requires an additional wire made to go from the battery + to the fuse- maybe a 2' length at most.

 

[alpha_omega]

Actually, since they'd be the same otherwise, you could do your write-up and cop my pics to add in to show the alternate routing for those with the firewall-mounted fuse. It requires an additional wire made to go from the battery + to the fuse- maybe a 2' length at most.

Exactly, but like you mentioned maybe this will help as a “go-to” quick reference without any extra digging through anyone’s build. I’m guessing there are more than just a couple out there within some of the crews build pages.

Good idea on the double reference. This way there’s no confusion for those guys. I should have take photos when I did the cables on my 02’ 5.3lt.

I’m guessing the 6.0 for the NNBS is the same setup? I know my 2002 is a little different than any of you with a 5.3, but if I had taken photos before selling it I could have added them to the thread as well.

 

[alpha_omega]

Please document this and sticky it. I've been planning on this upgrade, but there are too many conflicting versions out there, so I keep putting it off.

Yesir! Will do.

 

[RooTBeeRthe1st]

Finally ran it til needle was all the way down to the empty mark, fuel light was on for probably 15 MI
And then the low fuel level readout finally popped on for about 5 MI
The sucker finally took over 20 gallons (22 to be exact)
Ran 197mi on that tank so, should still have 4gal left... Guess I just had been gun shy for so long I was filling up when I got down to a 3/⁵ tank(because it was losing pressure in long hard turns) but now I was still sort of doing the same thing when in reality I should actually be running it till the empty mark.

 

[iamdub]

Exactly, but like you mentioned maybe this will help as a “go-to” quick reference without any extra digging through anyone’s build. I’m guessing there are more than just a couple out there within some of the crews build pages.

Good idea on the double reference. This way there’s no confusion for those guys. I should have take photos when I did the cables on my 02’ 5.3lt.

I’m guessing the 6.0 for the NNBS is the same setup? I know my 2002 is a little different than any of you with a 5.3, but if I had taken photos before selling it I could have added them to the thread as well.

The GMT800s have it cheap and easy as far as the Big 3 goes. The battery and alternator are all near each other.

I don't think there are any differences for the engine sizes in the GMT900s. AFAIK, there are just the two fuse locations, requiring that extra positive cable on the earlier versions.

 

[iamdub]

Was a few days ago, but I made some LED puddle lights for my mirrors. Yes, they have some plug-and-play for ~$25 but I like COB LEDs and got a pair of these COB panels for $6.

The white part is an aluminum plate. They come with foam double-sided mounting tape on the back, which I peeled off. I used a flap disc on a grinder to shave off the length and corners so they'd fit in the housings:

This was a spare housing used for test-fitting. The original housings and lenses were soaking in hot water and dish detergent in a Ziploc bag so they would clean up more easily:

I haven't had an opportunity to take comparison pics yet. But, they work great. Cost me $6 and few drops of super glue. I'm not so poor that I couldn't afford the extra $19 for the pre-fabbed ones. I just wanted these LEDs over SMDs for this particular purpose and it was a small and easy project to occupy my mind and hands for a couple hours.

 

[Tonyrodz]

Was a few days ago, but I made some LED puddle lights for my mirrors. Yes, they have some plug-and-play for ~$25 but I like COB LEDs and got a pair of these COB panels for $6.

The white part is an aluminum plate. They come with foam double-sided mounting tape on the back, which I peeled off. I used a flap disc on a grinder to shave off the length and corners so they'd fit in the housings:

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This was a spare housing used for test-fitting. The original housings and lenses were soaking in hot water and dish detergent in a Ziploc bag so they would clean up more easily:

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I haven't had an opportunity to take comparison pics yet. But, they work great. Cost me $6 and few drops of super glue. I'm not so poor that I couldn't afford the extra $19 for the pre-fabbed ones. I just wanted these LEDs over SMDs for this particular purpose and it was a small and easy project to occupy my mind and hands for a couple hours.

Something so simple to make it yours. Nice work.

 

[992dr]

Hope everyone has a Happy Thanksgiving

 

[ivin74]

Was a few days ago, but I made some LED puddle lights for my mirrors. Yes, they have some plug-and-play for ~$25 but I like COB LEDs and got a pair of these COB panels for $6.

The white part is an aluminum plate. They come with foam double-sided mounting tape on the back, which I peeled off. I used a flap disc on a grinder to shave off the length and corners so they'd fit in the housings:

View attachment 414868


This was a spare housing used for test-fitting. The original housings and lenses were soaking in hot water and dish detergent in a Ziploc bag so they would clean up more easily:

View attachment 414867



I haven't had an opportunity to take comparison pics yet. But, they work great. Cost me $6 and few drops of super glue. I'm not so poor that I couldn't afford the extra $19 for the pre-fabbed ones. I just wanted these LEDs over SMDs for this particular purpose and it was a small and easy project to occupy my mind and hands for a couple hours.

Post some night time pictures to see the brightness.

 

[Doubeleive]

Was a few days ago, but I made some LED puddle lights for my mirrors. Yes, they have some plug-and-play for ~$25 but I like COB LEDs and got a pair of these COB panels for $6.

The white part is an aluminum plate. They come with foam double-sided mounting tape on the back, which I peeled off. I used a flap disc on a grinder to shave off the length and corners so they'd fit in the housings:

View attachment 414868


This was a spare housing used for test-fitting. The original housings and lenses were soaking in hot water and dish detergent in a Ziploc bag so they would clean up more easily:

View attachment 414867



I haven't had an opportunity to take comparison pics yet. But, they work great. Cost me $6 and few drops of super glue. I'm not so poor that I couldn't afford the extra $19 for the pre-fabbed ones. I just wanted these LEDs over SMDs for this particular purpose and it was a small and easy project to occupy my mind and hands for a couple hours.

Hopefully they hold up a lot these tend to have a short lifespan, hard to find a cheap good quality product sometimes. I like the cob LEDs as well but my experience has been they either flicker or sections fail even if they have a decent heatsink and have very limited use. Low mtbf, time will tell

 

[iamdub]

Something so simple to make it yours. Nice work.

Exactly. Thank you.

Post some night time pictures to see the brightness.

It's on the radar! I'm keeping the spare one in the console with me with a regular bulb in it to swap in to get a "stock" pic for comparison.

Hopefully they hold up a lot these tend to have a short lifespan, hard to find a cheap good quality product sometimes. I like the cob LEDs as well but my experience has been they either flicker or sections fail even if they have a decent heatsink and have very limited use. Low mtbf, time will tell

Didn't know that. They'd have to be really ****** to fail with the few seconds of use during the 1-2 times a week I drive this heap. Like you said- time will tell. I have an extra pair of these LEDs cuz I was gonna make some for my buddy but found out after I had ordered that he doesn't have puddle lights.

 

[Just Fishing]

Was at the inlaws with the tahoe last night.
Unlocked the doors and i noticed the passenger side headlight didn't light up.

Me thinking "oh yay, time to change the bulbs".

Then when started, the light is fine?!
Same repro when we got home.

Anyone ever experienced that before?

 

[Doug118]

Really trying to decide if I should cut the running boards for the 28’s. Truck is getting lowered 2/4

 

[iamdub]

Took it to Tractor Supply Co. to get a few plumbing fittings.

 

[RooTBeeRthe1st]

Put around 500mi on this weekend.
Only around 15mi on the dirt.

 

[Tonyrodz]

Put around 500mi on this weekend.
Only around 15mi on the dirt.

That's a beautiful sunset.

 

[RooTBeeRthe1st]

That's a beautiful sunset.

That's the moon coming up, just before the sun had set.
Here's the 180* and a 90*(N)