Let's Talk About the Future of my Tahoe | Repairs, Upgrades, and More Power!

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Let's Talk About the Future of my Tahoe | Repairs, Upgrades, and More Power!

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Lsxmatt

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@lsxmatt 5 жыл бұрын

I accidentally put the wrong merch link in the description! It's all fixed now, and btw.. Just received some more parts for Tahiti today, so I'm hoping we can have her leveled sometime next week!

@skipper3979 5 жыл бұрын

I think the wheels look fine the color they are now. Black wouldn’t look good in my opinion ...

@Moosecop32 5 жыл бұрын

I absolutely love this build. Your approach is spot on. Just a smooth, clean, updated sleeper. You've got me looking for another Tahoe. They are such great do it all vehicles. Keep up the good work and stick with your vision.

@vortecmacs 5 жыл бұрын

Leave all the Z71 stuff. Color matched bumpers, unique sidesteps, unique roof rack. Keep it all. Wish you’d kept the wheels too. But I get it. They need spacers to sit right. But keys up front, spaced out back, 33’s and call it a day. 295/70/17’s clear on my Silverado with similar lift, Tahoe is lighter so you should be good. I know you’re running 18’s, but I know there’s an equivalent. Anyway. I like what you’ve done so far. Keep up the good work.

@geraldrivest1442 2 жыл бұрын

Recently purchased a 2004 Tahoe Z71 Silver in color just like your. I really appreciate all your repairs and conversion Videos. Very informative. Keep up the great work and information.

@klosnoski 5 жыл бұрын

One thing I've always wanted to do. Having been a truck driver. Is having serious rear lighting. I've pondered flush mounted LED reverse lights on the round holes in the back of the roof rack.

@THAToneGUY594 5 жыл бұрын

Lol basically 18 minutes of saying "No, not doing that". Not complaining by any means, I've found that any content is good content from this channel.

@YeetMachine-rl5ed 5 жыл бұрын

Always find my self watching you video late

@Brightleaf_Auto 5 жыл бұрын

I love the factory plus look you have going on with it now. A level would be perfect. As for the wheels, I'd plastdip them first just to get a feel for it before going full powdercoat. Shocks definitely look into the Bilstein 5100s.

@58sportsuburban 5 жыл бұрын

I know you already had yours rebuilt, but a gauge cluster from a Yukon, has a built in trans temp gauge, and is plug and play. You’d just need to have the mileage programmed. I bought one for my Tahoe, plugged it in, And the gauge worked. I just need to get it programmed, so I can install it for good.

@jeremycribb4696 5 жыл бұрын

That’s what I would have done, but I think the cluster with the transmission temperature gauge is standard on the 2500HD. I looked at one for sale once and it had one, but I’m not sure what other models had them.

@brianprice4378 5 жыл бұрын

I think after the leveling kit you will be more than happy with your tire size looking forward to seeing a leveling kit install and what it’s going to look like with the wheel setup I’m buying the rough country leveling kit and going with a 275/70r18 33x11 and yeah I agree don’t paint the wheels lol

@teamgmotorsports 5 жыл бұрын

I put a Gibson exhaust on my brothers Tahoe. He and I had the same criteria you have. Not overly loud, NO DRONING(!), uses factory location and hangers! The Gibson was perfect! Research it, it was made to flow better, sound a little better, but annoying, and they are known for it! Trust me, you’re be super happy with it!

@Skyline3092 5 жыл бұрын

Can't wait to see what's next for Tahiti!

@Lordspaghett 5 жыл бұрын

Love these gmt800's, I'm restoring a Yukon XL and a buddy of mine is restoring a 450k silverado. This Tahoe is looking clean!

@brendanj810 5 жыл бұрын

Solution finish for the black plastics. I own a avalanche and it is the ONLY thing that keeps the plastic black. In the detailing world it is nicknamed black gold because it works so well. Also I put "Rancho" (advanced auto is where I got them) shocks on the avalanche and the ride was better than new!

@suprmn1978 3 жыл бұрын

You mentioned the sub, I went to the scrap yard and found a Tahoe with a factory sub and got the sub box and the cover. Since I also have an aftermarket stereo I just put a mono sub under the rear seat and hooked up the single sub. I think I put an 8” Pyle 400 watt sub in and it helped distribute the bass from the Bose factory system SO much better. I know I’m late on this vid but still. Lol

@JRBeckford 4 жыл бұрын

Love the video and sharing your upcoming changes. I Like the idea of keeping the close to stock look as much as possible (nothing better than a sleeper). I am attempting to do the same for my 2011 Venza... Do not know how but I want to breathe new life into it!

@OBGcooks 5 жыл бұрын

So cool and good useful information, I also picked up a High Mileage truck. 2003 Suburban LT 4X4 with Auto ride - 295K miles with an engine swap with 110K miles and a New transmission - the previous owner had two rebuilt transmissions put in and it kept having problems, so the shop installed a brand new unit. the gauge cluster was done and a new fuel pump installed. He got tired of messing with the bugs in the truck... normal issues. I picked it up for $1000.00 - I Love This Thing... Pm me if you get a chance, but you have a Fan in North Carolina.

@TeamUnKnownCraft 5 жыл бұрын

“Jacked off” cracked me up way more than it should of 😂

@JITISH1 5 жыл бұрын

The truck looks great as it is. I kinda like the rake, looks like an F1 RedBull truck :P. Just the faded paint here and there and the headliner.

@jimdandy7891 5 жыл бұрын

Walker 19361. That exhaust system fits exactly what you want. It talks when you mash it and is incredibly mellow when cruising.

@qwake76 5 жыл бұрын

My Tahoe I put a Magna Flow exhaust because it was not overly loud. If I have to do a large climb or punch it you can hear it, otherwise it is just a low rumble. I also put a K&N on it and love it.

@jewllake 5 жыл бұрын

LOL at 9:16! Keep it stock! The HD hood is a great mod. I have my 3rd row seat out in my 06 Yukon. I don't think you need to waist $$ on a leveling kit! I turned my torsion bars up on the stock keys to where I have .5" of rake. My screw are not maxed out and my CV angles are slightly angled down. Ride is nearly the same and my upper control arm does not hit the bump stop. I put the bilstein shocks on mine and the ride is improved. I have the 5.3 with 4.10 rear end and I put LT 275 70 17 on the stock rims. I noticed it was a bit sluggish off the line after that so I got a custom tune and it is a night and day difference as it will easily scratch in second as I take a turn. I plan on putting 285 70 17 after the 275 wear out.

@Legounivercerocks101 5 жыл бұрын

The bottom marker lights typically have a vent hole right between the parking light and signal towards the bottom. When driving, they'll fill up with water fast. I have problems with my stock 2000 Silverado headlights doing the same thing.

@ricksandoval9518 5 жыл бұрын

HD hood, grille, bumper, everyone does that to single cabs 99-02s here in South Texas

@kalebduncan2639 5 жыл бұрын

We put the 99-02 HD grille and bumper to our 01 Tahoe. We're looking for a HD hood now

@bobb851 2 жыл бұрын

What is diff between 2500 vs 2500HD hood??

@Sror3d 5 жыл бұрын

If I had this Tahoe I wouldn’t put the 3rd row in either lol more space and less weight! I like the OEM Plus look you’re going for. All the lifted stuff and slammed stuff has been done a million times over. Some people just like seeing a clean and well put together vehicle like this one. You changed what was needed and didn’t go overboard. Leave the rims silver they look great! Oh and also too much spinning around haha 😂

@ernestpaul2484 5 жыл бұрын

If you are going to be towing your car with this then you really might want to look at keeping the "factory rake" with the leveling kit. I am going with the 2" torsion keys in front and a 1 alloy coil spring puck/spacer in the rear. This prevents the truck from squatting under weight/load of the trailer. I am also going with the 285/75r16 Cooper Discoverer S/T Maxx tires on 16x8 Cragar Soft 8's on my 03' Z71 Tahoe. Oh yeah, until you get a "dedicated tow vehicle" ie a dually or a 2500HD Crew Cab, I wouldn't go hog wild on performance mods not related to getting the car to the track and back home. Nothing will ruin your day or week when you have your tow vehicle down because you wanted to run it at the track too.

@lsxmatt 5 жыл бұрын

Oh yea this won’t be at the track unless i can go with my buddy and his trailer. That would suck bigtime if i towed the Camaro there, raced both, then the Tahoe blew up...

@ernestpaul2484 5 жыл бұрын

@@lsxmatt Yeah that was what I was getting at. One more thing, those that say slam it and dub it, great if that is what floats their boat. But I don't think you had that in mind when you bought the truck. I am more on the practical, reliable, purpose use kind of train. You have two cars that are the perfect canvases to do the race mod/street scene mods to. With those and a reliable truck to do multitasks when called upon without a problem, that is the way I'd go. Of course I'm 61 and most of my "hey hold my beer" days are passed, but I still enjoy "tinkering" with mechanical things when I'm able to. Keep up the work, you are among the few in your age bracket, relatively speaking, that know how to actually turn a wrench. Well shit, one of the few that know what a wrench is and what it is used for. Later, Paul.

@bradyoakland9287 5 жыл бұрын

Try cerakote trim coat for the plastic body parts like the roof racks. It will make them look brand new. Search it up on KZfaq the stuff is amazing.

@bradyoakland9287 5 жыл бұрын

Also for the vent caps and plastic about the running boards.

@mrunknown4454 5 жыл бұрын

I have the same Tahoe and I’m going to color match my mirrors and door handles!

@richmartin505 5 жыл бұрын

The roofrack and running boards are signature style markers on the 03-06 Z71s. I wouldn't pull those off if you're trying to make it recognizable as a 03-06 Z71. ;)

@fisherbrown8246 5 жыл бұрын

I have a black 2003 tahoe and I have always wanted to do stuff to my car but I have never really known what to do exactly and seeing your videos has helped me a lot. I love what you have done and have been doing with your tahoe, it makes me want to drop mine off with you for a while. I do have a suggestion though, I was annoyed with my headlights when I turn on the brights and the lows would turn off, so I bought a ‘fleece all lights on’ mod that you put in your fuse box and it makes it to where your highs, lows, and fog lights stay on when you turn your brights on.

@DiabeticJohn 5 жыл бұрын

I think you're going the perfect direction. No it doesn't need a 6 inch lift. And no, it shouldn't be slammed. Leveled will be more than enough. Rough country recommends 285/65/18s with those wheels and a level kit, so spot on. If you get the level kit from them, they sell it with shocks. Now that you have quick jacks, do some maintenance videos; fuel filter, front/rear diff, trans, etc.

@magshop-us 5 жыл бұрын

Subscribed just for your Tahiti videos! Keep them coming please :)

@yaboy9566 5 жыл бұрын

Project has great potential brother ! Will definitely bring many people to your channel, love the vids !!

@moldingpro7208 5 жыл бұрын

I would leave it like it is. It looks nice right now.

@Des420 5 жыл бұрын

The in-between for lifted and slammed is stock height...

@Ryan-sl2oe 5 жыл бұрын

I think it looks great. I always thought these trucks had a weird color balance. The back of the truck has lots of black pieces (bumper pad, tint, panels, roof rack, etc.) And the front and sides had very little black. It's like 2 vehicles, squeezed together. My only suggestion besides interior fixes is to make a few (very subtle) black accents on the sides and front to balance it out. Maybe door handles or grill. Otherwise the truck looks awesome! Keep up the good work.

@joshuamonteith5128 5 жыл бұрын

Look into toyo open country at2 tires. We have them on our Duramax and it is one of the few tires everyone uses for an all terrain that rides quiet. I believe they are a 285 as well. They look good and do not rub

@adamgatton 5 жыл бұрын

And I suspect since it’s a z71 it probably came or possibly still has rancho shocks, so a set of bilsteins would def improve ride quality... at least in a non off road situation. Can’t beat a set of bilsteins in my book.

@flyinmonkey21 5 жыл бұрын

285s look fat enough. Level will look good. It is a z71, so you don’t lower that lol. I like it as is. Capable enough off-road but not crazy. Just simple. I just wouldn’t remove any z71 specific parts.

@gunandknifenut 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome video. It looks good the way it is. Love what you done to it so far.

@BobPegram 5 жыл бұрын

A lot on your plate to do on all 3 vehicles. I really like the idea of an Escalade (Caddy) back end treatment on the Tahoe. Get that Camaro more race only prepped and tow it around behind the Tahoe. One last note, get the interiors of your daily drivers all spiffy, gotta impress your date! Tahoe first and eventually the Firebird.

@darrellcoy 5 жыл бұрын

Escalade or Denali air shocks can be made to work with an air compressor. let some air out and ride a little lower, or pump it up to tow. Not to mention the nice ride of the air shocks. Air suspension on these Denali trucks is pretty plush. Arnott industries has kits at local auto stores but the cheapest ive found them (for my 08 Denali XL) has been on Amazon. maybe even do some junk yard searches. Lot of people have issues with the system that's incorporated into the trucks but just using a small portable cigarette lighter air pump should be pretty problem free. Love the videos!

@outlaw_jay914 5 жыл бұрын

Leave the 3rd row out for more storage I personally think only the suburban should have the third row instead of the Tahoe's. I want to see this thing with a leveling kit and some fender flares.

@swagchamp1000 5 жыл бұрын

Tahoe come stock with the Silverado front in Mexico 2003 and up

@craiglange4852 5 жыл бұрын

Really like the subtle things you've done to the outside of the Tahoe. 👍for the Escalade rear vent swap idea.

@brm98 5 жыл бұрын

+1 vote for as stock as possible

@pollym.2126 4 жыл бұрын

The Escalade hatchback with vents and 3rd brake you must do man

@ajaypro2881 5 жыл бұрын

Your Tahoe looks gorgeous dude!!! Take it mudding and get that filthy!! Lol I do that with my Jeep!!

@MEANGENE 5 жыл бұрын

Tahoe looking good 🙌✌☝

@brandonrichardson6318 5 жыл бұрын

PRV MIDS SOUNDS GOOD

@BrandyH-eh9up 5 жыл бұрын

I really want a Tahoe after seeing these videos! I feel like i need a family truckster that’s cool at the same time

@juancabrera2525 5 жыл бұрын

I was waiting forever for the engine upgrade lol. Oh and you say j.o. like a true east coaster "jagg off" hehehe 😛

@MrIgor1955 5 жыл бұрын

I LIKE your idea's for the truck. That's what I'd do if it was mine.

@EFnSickGee 5 жыл бұрын

If you’re going to change the struts install some Bilstein 5100’s. I did to my Yukon and it was a night and day difference. I also did eibach swaybars front and rear later on and that drastically changed the way the truck handled. Also for a budget front BBK you can install 07+ rotors, calipers and pads and you’ll have significantly more breaking power.

@ernestpaul2484 5 жыл бұрын

It doesn't have struts, it has shock absorbers. I have Skyjacker Nitro gas shocks all the way around on my 03' Z71 along with new rear coil springs with new isolators and all polyurethane bushings for the swaybars and endlinks. Tires are Goodyear DuraTracks, 265/75r16s and it handles great for a large SUV.

@Des420 5 жыл бұрын

Headliner is not that bad at all. Has to go out and back in from the hatch, and I did it solo with no fuss. I also have the Escalade vents and rear glass/3rd break light swap, so of course I think they look better. I'm at stock height with 22's, as 24's are too big/tires too thin. I think a 1"/3" drop would look best, but it's not worth it with potholes and the snow so if I won't do it, I can't suggest it to you. I really just want to see power/performance upgrade results aside from exhaust. Especially stuff that benefits the low end.

@mistersmith25 5 жыл бұрын

I still think stitching Tahiti in headliners or somewhere would be awesome bro or maybe a decal on back. You might not like that name i guess, but I think naming it that would be cool, gives it a story. Love the videos man keep it up

@swackhammer2139 5 жыл бұрын

Decaps, 4ll80e swap, VS 7875 gen 2, and a fahler manifold, things would get a little crazy at that point tho. I wouldn't change the trucks looks, came out awesome imo

@juanguardado1816 Жыл бұрын

Add the the 6.0 like I did added the 70 trans

@Mobxclipz 3 жыл бұрын

Around the headlights u gotta use flex seal spray it works better

@ya-boigb4100 5 жыл бұрын

You could paint/wrap the b and c pillars between the windows to give the Tahoe a cleaner look.

@Neatscribble 5 жыл бұрын

Maybe make the wheels have a gunmetal grey ?dont have to be black ,sometimes black doesn’t look good on rims but a darker grey would

@terrellgrisom596 5 жыл бұрын

I had a 03 Z71, I liked it but I really wanted to boost the power. I'd love to watch you build up the motor.

@jacoby1234ification 5 жыл бұрын

For the headliner replacement instead of using fabric might be a good idea to use the leather it doesn’t have to be expensive but in the long future will be easy to clean

@willthompson7653 5 жыл бұрын

Well it's admirable that you don't want to be a huge jackoff, lololol! I'm anxious to see the headliner vid. Personally I dig the HD hood and not much else for appearance mods, especially if it's a daily and tow pig

@bigdaddychris123 5 жыл бұрын

Put the new truck bumpers with the step on them looks nice

@EnriqueLopez-hb5jn 4 жыл бұрын

How about putting the factory dvd, you got from the junkyards, also you had picked up the speakers in there enclosures for the rear .

@khalidmansour4622 5 жыл бұрын

You're the best 🌷

@juliansoto4273 5 жыл бұрын

You can do cut outs for the exhaust

@lsxmatt 5 жыл бұрын

Good idea

@Buck_Buchanan 5 жыл бұрын

PUT A 6.0 DURAMAX IN IT WITH AN ALLISON TRANSMISSION 😊

@Mr.boxxchevy 5 жыл бұрын

Flowmaster 70 series sounds mellow

@JesusPerez-wp5ks 5 жыл бұрын

Love the videos man. Keep it up!

@crabsjarrard 5 жыл бұрын

If you have the Bose system, you already have a cheap subwoofer in the center console.

@DJEFlizZ215 5 жыл бұрын

A lot of people don’t know about that I bypassed mine to do a aftermarket stereo setup with 4 channel amp

@392Panduh 5 жыл бұрын

Full speed engineering exhaust🤘🏽

@adamgatton 5 жыл бұрын

Maybe try and figure out how to install a later model Chevy trailer brake controller into your dash. That’s such a good thing they are doing these days. Really nice to be able to grab just the trailer brakes sometimes. Saves the tow rig brakes in the long run.

@OnlyLive0nce 5 жыл бұрын

I'm not sure it's possible to add integrated trailer brake controllers. ( If that's what you're referring to)

@adamgatton 5 жыл бұрын

I really haven’t looked into it at all. But yeah that’s what I’m talking about. Be cool but probably more cost effective to just go aftermarket.

@lsxmatt 5 жыл бұрын

Yea I was thinking of at least installing an aftermarket trailer brake controller.

@OnlyLive0nce 5 жыл бұрын

@@adamgatton I recently bought a 2013 silverado with just about every option (that I care to have) except the integrated trailer brake controller, and fog lights lol. One of the first things i looked into was adding the ITBCa, figuring it would be a simple add the switch and hook it up, maybe some small wiring and possibly a BCM reflash... Turns out you have to not only do tons of wiring but replace some essential brake components from what I've found... and thats assuming any of the parts are even compatible with his body style tahoe...

@chemicalspore 5 жыл бұрын

Soon as my camaro is paid off, i want a silverado step side of your same generation truck.

@jerryjohnston2458 5 жыл бұрын

LS Max I absolutely love your videos! I have a 2001 Chevy Tahoe Z-71 5.8. Do you know where I can get the plastic pieces that go underneath the mirrors? Mine broke on both mirrors and would like to fix it. Also where would I find a radio knob? Keep up the great work

@joeytramontana9154 5 жыл бұрын

You should definitely do the Escalade vent caps, I have them on my Tahoe and I love the way they look

@j7114 5 жыл бұрын

Still cant figure out why manufactures put light color head liners in, darker color would be cool.

@thechvd 5 жыл бұрын

I agree with you 100%

@sammychase6 4 жыл бұрын

Cat Eye Conversion!

@alecaagaard 5 жыл бұрын

Don't lift the front end with a leveling kit if you wanna keep factory ride!

@Nitrousco2 5 жыл бұрын

Nice!

@214deleon4 5 жыл бұрын

Engine upgrades!

@bradocwaite1642 5 жыл бұрын

We have an 02 suburban with a corsa exhaust and it is loud out and completely quiet inside

@yerfdog79 5 жыл бұрын

my markers did the same thing. Akkon brand from Amazon. They said basically "it happens, stocks do it too." I looked yesterday, i think the chrome has started peeling from inside them as well.

@luisenriquez5259 5 жыл бұрын

I have a maroon z71 same year and i thought that running board pladding was faded too but after seeing a bunch of them in different colors I found they came in grey originals

@lsxmatt 5 жыл бұрын

I was seeing that too. Even putting the back to black on it barely did anything. If it’s not too much work to pull the side skirts I might spray them. If not they’ll stay gray.

@southplainstrains7318 5 жыл бұрын

What about electric fans? Could get some horsepower back and MPG. And keep the A/C cold while stopped.

@lsxmatt 5 жыл бұрын

Yea I forgot to mention it but thats on the list too👍

@deloreanman14 5 жыл бұрын

Pressure washing the seatbelts makes them look almost new. Just do it on a warm day so they can dry. Ask me how I know....

@amariodom4858 5 жыл бұрын

you should do the rolls royce star lighting roof very easy to do the kit on amazon is from 60-100 dollars

@drabell88 5 жыл бұрын

Boiled linseed oil brought my plastics back really well

@awp2902 5 жыл бұрын

I was thinking maybe,a new alarm system and small subwoofer under the rear seat, dash cam, 05 Cadillac Escalade gauge cluster

@mrunknown4454 5 жыл бұрын

You should add a cold air intake💯

@davidpfeifer2438 3 жыл бұрын

I need to do my headliner in 2004 Yukon.

@thebigv8644 5 жыл бұрын

Go with the 285/65/18....the width of those you have now are surely contributing to a stiffer ride. What load are they C or E? Have you adjust the computer to those bigger tires?

@lsxmatt 5 жыл бұрын

Didn’t touch the computer. I need to check it with a gps app to see how far off it is.