Yes sir! 2004 Tahoe with 572,000 and still kicking ass! 💪🏿💯🔥
@christophercoleman-bey1797Ай бұрын
Got me a 99 2 door tahoe 5.7 398k still running.
@elroylite7209Ай бұрын
@@christophercoleman-bey1797 I got 99 4door tahoe 220k and still runs smooth
@FATTACULAR1Ай бұрын
Got a 03 tahoe 430.000 miles on it, just did a tune up runs like a scalded dog
@MadballBabyАй бұрын
97 Tahoe 5.7 engine changed transmission completely rebuilt still running strong 3 something on body but solid for the most part. Md❤💪🏾
@e6ensperceptionАй бұрын
@MadballBaby when do you recommend rebuilding the trans?
@elroylite7209Ай бұрын
@@MadballBaby I just put new transmission in two days ago and she runs like new now
@TheideamanАй бұрын
Verified! My '03 4.8 Chevy Tahoe 337k miles and she's still kickin! American muscle!💪🏼
@mikejwomack9597Ай бұрын
Facts so many of them still on the road. Dash Cluster might be shot, windows and locks don’t work, and it might be rusted to hell but when you turn that key that engine will start everytime
@Peculiarsafe83Ай бұрын
GMT800 platform is the best platform GM has ever made and will ever make, period.
@TannerCorellaАй бұрын
@@Peculiarsafe83 couldn’t agree more but we have to keep it a secret
@robertmacpeek424Ай бұрын
Ditto. Love my 2000 LM7 Ext cab 4x4. Many upgrades but the truck is Unbeatable😂😁😎👍
@mikebraz25Ай бұрын
And GMT900 non D.O.D. engines like the 4.8 and 6.2 in the trucks not SUV
@NickToutantАй бұрын
Early 90s are the best
@steventurner476Ай бұрын
Don't sleep on the gmt360s
@ronaldh2246Ай бұрын
I got a Tahoe recently. SAME COLOR 😂😂😂😂😂. These things are the GOAT’s of the truck world to me 🤷🏾♂️
@MuthaSuperior26 күн бұрын
03 Silverado 4.8L, approaching 300k with original motor and transmission. The best vehicle ever, has only needed maintenance and minor repairs. 🙏🏿
@austindavis4816Ай бұрын
Changing fluid and people also tear up autos because they never turn off overdrive when towing and hauling
@tazboi81Ай бұрын
I've had my GMC Sierra going on 6yrs and just changed my spark plugs and coil packs last year for the first time since purchasing it. A beautiful, dependable, DIY vehicle!
@stunna81Ай бұрын
2004 Yukon Denali FTW, got 270k miles on it and the engine still run and sound great. Looking forward to see your SS Express up and running. Really peak my interest that you decide to go with the LS engine for it. Keep the video coming brother.
@fdamien80Ай бұрын
With proper maintenance, these chevys are tanks when it comes to the engine. My pops had a 01 Tahoe with the 5.3 and it had k&n intake with axle back mag flows on it and a Diablo tune. He hit red line daily on that sucker and the only parts that eventually went bad was the water pump and the alternator. Tranny started slipping a bit so pops added some oijd of anti slip fix fluid and transmission stoped slipping.
@oldcodger4371Ай бұрын
I put anti slip in my Silverado transmission at 174,000 miles and it is smoother and tighter than the day I bought it.
@jhuff692Ай бұрын
Got an '01 Silverado 4.8L 5 speed. Original engine, original transmission
@AlexTheCarDoctorАй бұрын
The Good Stuff!
@jamesreed4382Ай бұрын
Wait there’s a five speed
@tosilАй бұрын
@@jamesreed4382 yes they had manual as well… so 4.8 v8 with a 5 speed. I thought it was only offered on the v6 but I could be wrong.
@jhuff692Ай бұрын
@@tosil You're correct. GM put the nv3500 5 sp behind the 4.8L as well. The 2500 and 3500 6.0L got the ZF6 6sp.
@jamesreed4382Ай бұрын
@@tosil learn something new every day
@Buuboi214Ай бұрын
Delete Dod or buy you a range. I did that to my 2018 gmc sierra and I have 160k miles on it no major issues just basic maintenance 🤞🏽
@tmurph247Ай бұрын
@Buuboi214 I did the afm delete on my 07 Yukon XL. Had 370k on her when I traded it in, still driving like the day I got it, keep up with maintenance, and it will take care of you.
@gamealot25Ай бұрын
Bro got a new GMC and the 1st thing I did was. Got the DoD deleted I hate that shit.
@A.O280Ай бұрын
@@gamealot25 what’s a DoD?
@bluephoenix383Ай бұрын
Displacement on demand it the system that switches engine from V8 to V4 the system has flaws lifters mess up and sound like do do with louder exhaust not sure what years but GM also called it AFM active fuel management
@SupremeJ10Күн бұрын
How much does the DOD/EMS deactivate from the engine?
@gamealot25Күн бұрын
@@SupremeJ10 Around 5000 to 6000
@SupremeJ10Күн бұрын
@@gamealot25 I'm willing to bet that was the best money spent by getting rid of the DOD/Active fuel Management.
@danieldiaz9147Ай бұрын
This man is saying the truth you still see them on the road running strong till this day ...mine 2004 tahoe LS 5.3 NO PROBLEMS AT 180,000 MILES
@user-gq2yv2bs8g14 күн бұрын
Alex is right, my tahoe is at 349k miles, and its still gliding, OEM 95% Of parts, minus a New alternator & belt....Thats all though...The truck is, check your fluids, and with your 1st daily startup, let it run and let it warm up for 10 mins, EVEN DURING THE SUMMER & SPRING time of year.....Keep Trucking
@michigansoundwizardАй бұрын
These are My favorite generation GM ever created. I still want a Z71 Tahoe.
@thewisecracker-rq1pu18 күн бұрын
I prefer the OBS and wish they would reproduce and sell them again, they are awesome trucks!
@iriamjudge9842Ай бұрын
Yessirrr I agree I have me a 2003 tahoe 4x4 with about 289,000
@jamesunknown6016Ай бұрын
My aunt has a 06 I think 5.3 right around 300k miles best year for the Tahoe with that engine
@yaboimax6356Күн бұрын
My '04 suburban Z71 was one of the best vehicles I've ever owned out of the 30 plus vehicles I have had. One of the best road trip vehicles ever. I now have a 2001 GMC Sierra with the 8.1 litre gas engine and the Allison transmission as my tow rig and my long distance vehicle is a 2007 Lincoln Town Car.
@HarleySLAАй бұрын
My 05 suburban has 230k on it, original trans. I did a 20 quart flush and went from Dex 3 to Honda DW-1, shifts flawless. Most people don't know they're compatible and the DW-1 seems to do better. I do a drain and fill every 30k. Pulling trailers et cetera no problem, take care of it and it'll take care of you.
@user-vx8tr4mw9bАй бұрын
@@HarleySLA I have a 04 Chevy suburban LT with 230,000 miles on it, i’ve had the truck since April 2014, When I got it, it only had 140,000 miles on it, truck still rise good but lately I noticed when I go to hit the gas, the truck kind of hesitate, could that be a transmission problem, or do you think I need to change the transmission fluid ?
@larryhart4880Ай бұрын
I bought a 99 Silverado soon it didnt shift right . Changed the fluid filter and all the solenoids now she shift perfect . The 4l60 was known for solinoid trouble. Especially the a and b ones .
@Shade_Tree_MechanicАй бұрын
@@larryhart4880 Nice, sounds like you caught it before the clutch packs were damaged
@michaelbrennan7148Ай бұрын
Happy 4th of July 🎆 Alex!! Work safe and stay cool. You the Man!!!
@jesseruiz2337Ай бұрын
I had the 2000 Escalade 5.7l. Similar color too! Luv'd that ride, I gave it too my son for his first car and he crashed it and was a total loss!😡
@Kraft_MaticАй бұрын
There are 2007 - 2009 GMT900 trucks that did not come with AFM / DOD activated from the factory. If the 8th digit of the VIN is a 2 (L9H) or an 8 (L92) those trucks do not have AFM but still have VVT. After 2009 all GMT900 trucks and following generations have active AFM / DOD. Funny that the vans that used the 5.3s from that generation also do not have active AFM. We have a 2009 Denali with the L9H and it’s a very strong truck. But the GMT800s are legendary vehicles for sure 💪🏻
@josevaldes846Ай бұрын
You are right, I have a 2007 Denali that came from factory without the DoD. Running sweet on its way to 300,000
@gregrogers3030Ай бұрын
I have an 02 Tahoe and it has 372,thousand miles and the only thing I changed was the water pump alternator and radiator. And I installed the 2016 Chevy truck rims.
@Bigdawg574Ай бұрын
2005 suburban 280 and running strong still😎
@theleveractionkidАй бұрын
Great trucks but had issues with Castech heads for multiple years that would crack and you would mysteriously loose coolant.
@robertmacpeek424Ай бұрын
@@theleveractionkid Heard something similar as well. Typically the 706's (4.8/5.3) & 799 (LS2's etc) that were done by CasTech would get a hairline crack near a cylinder head bolt hole. CasTech's are easily spotted with the little "battery" symbol.
@jordanhannah5839Ай бұрын
@@theleveractionkid these were rare….in general 90% of the trucks were excellent. No head issue!
@MrBizzym14Ай бұрын
99 z71 with 351k burning qt of oil but runs smooth
@Mabeylater293Ай бұрын
If only the new Cadillac Escalade were this reliable because they are so nice.
@Abraham_R_Ай бұрын
My dad has an 03 Silverado with 360k miles and still going, although she’s starting to have a little bit of lifter tick but still runs and drives no problem with 37-39 psi of oil pressure
@Legend-qs6lqАй бұрын
Man I had a 96 gmc suburban I miss it so mich wish I still had it . Love the body style
@dricolee5297Ай бұрын
CORRECT BROTHER HAD A 2002 GMC YUKON XL. BOUGHT WITH 161K. SOLD WITH 243K. ONLY HAD ONE SENSOR CHANGED AND MY COMPRESSOR PULLEY WENT OUT ONCE...!
@M4sterT3chАй бұрын
Best platform in America, GMT800.
@dylanfinch6186Ай бұрын
💯 Agreed from personal experience.
@MindsMouthАй бұрын
I got my 2001 Yukon, still running quiet and strong after 215k miles and multiple trips across state and a few big moves from house to house. Love this truck. Bullet proof.
@VBunplugged757Ай бұрын
I was happy when i found out my 01 Suburban LS doesn't have afm. I'm hoping to keep it on the road as long as possible. Regular oil changes and tuneups go a long way.
@AlexTheCarDoctorАй бұрын
It will take you far!!!!!
@dboy1377Ай бұрын
One the best trucks ever
@pat__4Ай бұрын
I love my 03 Silverado 2500HD. She has been mine for 11 years and has 177k
@tunnelvision2dayАй бұрын
I have 2012 5.3 with DOD.. And have 350k on it with no problems... At all.. Still factory starter, alternator, and everything in between. I keep the oil fresh wilh only mobil 1.. And it's a champ.. 5.3 gm is the best engine ever made
@2CasualАй бұрын
I 100% approved this message.
@matthew_maytonАй бұрын
Which fluid are you referring to? Engine oil, or transmission fluid? Should I change my transmission fluid before 300k miles? Oh I heard 4L60, so yes you are referring to the transmission fluid.
@Mikey-wf9pyАй бұрын
I have one 2002 Denali and I love it.... I got one with a 226 on it. Lq4 should I change my fluid? It's shifts great. I'm just scared we'll slip after... Once in a very blue moon, after you leave a stop sign it'll rev up and for like a split second and then grab. I don't know if that's the torque converter wearing out or it just needs a fluid change. The fluid is full but it's dark. The guy before me definitely took care of this rig... And I've done a few things to it. Let's just say and I save all the old parts cuz they have potential
@nathanielbolden5053Ай бұрын
Working on 400k on my ‘03 Yukon SLT and I’ve been coast to coast with taters and toast in that thing on 24 inch wheels just rebuilt the transmission last month after damn near 20 years so the transmission isn’t the problem
@Davis_Family9725 күн бұрын
02 gmc yukon 1500 xl 189,897 my first GM vehicle and I love it
@williamlee3066Ай бұрын
Yes sir had a few 5.3l spin cam bearings but they hardly paid attention to the oil .
@dannork1240Ай бұрын
I have an 08 Yukon (newer than this one) I’d love to have the previous generation but they’ve all rusted away to nothing where I live. Mine’s pretty crusty but it’s at 330k. These are maybe the best American vehicles (other than the DOD issue)
@GMoDaBroАй бұрын
I had an 03 Yukon, me and wife loved that truck
@AlexTheCarDoctorАй бұрын
I had the 2003 Yukon XL road it all over the south east! I miss it lol
@uglyfxxx6981Ай бұрын
The trans filters get clogged and cause issues with the shift solenoids. Depending on the situation. It either that or the fluid breaks down leaving limited or no lubrication.
@jamessandifer3405Ай бұрын
328k on 2002 Tahoe. Got 302k out first transmission. Still has original cold a/c. Factory axles, transfer case. 40 psi idling and 60psi going down the road.
@KendallOwens-zu8tzАй бұрын
My o5 tahoe hasn’t skipped a beat yet and all engine and transmission is the same as when we bought it years back
@DjCBlaqАй бұрын
Love my 04 Denali.
@ericstalker7973Ай бұрын
👍👍👍 right on brother very true and well said
@jobabsАй бұрын
I have a friend who had a 2001 Suburban 2wd. He followed the maintenance schedule in the owners manual, and it was closing in on 500,000 miles with no major repairs or breakdowns. He was in Dallas for a convention and sadly, it was stolen from the hotel parking lot, and I’m sure wound up in a chop shop. He’s pretty sure hotel staff was in on it, too.
@madebydade305ifyАй бұрын
@@jobabs that's messed up
@Thathustlebus8 күн бұрын
My family had a forest green 1998 tahoe. Took the transmission to about 230k, rebuilt engine my mother put off fixing something around 160k. Did a fuel pump, u joint, moved to colorado it didnt like the mountains. Sold it. Moved back to the midwest and have regretted it in the back of my mind ever since
@alecmurray833927 күн бұрын
AFM only became available on the silverados/tahoes second half of 2007. Anything before and you’re golden. 02 Yukon XL with the 8.1 with a break in of 200,000 miles. I think I’ll be ok haha.
@EricFortuneJr.Ай бұрын
2007 and up have really gone downhill with these. They look good and drive great for maybe 100k miles or so, but won’t last nearly as long and it’s not uncommon for the newer ones to have complete transmission failure very early in. 06 and older are the only ones I’d go with. Same goes for GM 1/2 ton trucks.
@kootnygreen11 күн бұрын
SilverBirch is the color like my 04 chevy avalanche.
@sadbuttrue.28 күн бұрын
3 years ago, my son crashed my 02 yukon I had since 04 ...god I loved that truck! Then I got a 2012 Denali with 72k miles. It's a nice truck, but I still missed my Yukon. 6 months later, I saw a posting in FBM of an 05 blue/greenish suburban z71 with 225k for $2500 in amazing shape....had to get it and glad I did. I parked the Denali, and the suburban is all I drive now lol. Whoever had that suburban took really good care of it cause when I changed the valve cover gaskets, I was amazed by how clean everything inside the engine was!! Body and interior were also taken good care of. Oh yeah.. how much time left do I have to do the dod delete on the Denali before it blows up? Lol it has 88k miles now.
@dillonahachez6964Ай бұрын
I have a 15 Silverado with the 5.3, just ticked over 220k. The newer cars/trucks can go that far with good maintenance. She is still going strong, am I worried about the AFM? Not really as good maintenance is key. My local mechanic who does my work agrees that I should easily see another 60-70k before I may need to refresh the engine some.
@blackwolfalchАй бұрын
These are the only gm cars I would consider buying. Question how hot is it where you are at? It’s so hot in tx rn.
@AlexTheCarDoctorАй бұрын
95 degrees… probably hotter in Texas though lol
@blackwolfalchАй бұрын
@@AlexTheCarDoctor that’s still too hot but in tx def been 99 or 100 degrees the past week non stop. Can’t even walk outside without breaking a sweat.
@Barneyrubble2413 күн бұрын
02 Silverado 5.3ltr with 373k and still purring
@mrme951723 күн бұрын
PURE GEMS 🎉🎉
@fleckcadeau2382Ай бұрын
Man i need a mechanic like you in Orlando.
@AlexTheCarDoctorАй бұрын
Check out Ty the car Guy. I think he’s in Orlando
@curtistate637221 күн бұрын
Yes sir I have a 1999 1500 Yukon also have a 2002 Yukon LX
@flyburtonNJ27 күн бұрын
Facto.....220000 on a 2001 still smooth!
@ouzdram99642 күн бұрын
I love them ❤
@robertmacpeek424Ай бұрын
99-02 GMT800 Trucks (i believe) truly are Tanks. Pre-AFM (Gen 3 & 4 LS), Simplistic enough not 26 different on board modules, Port Injection, No start-red light-stop nonsense. Did i mention Port Injection already?😉
@AlexTheCarDoctorАй бұрын
@@robertmacpeek424 I would say 06 and under full-size SUVs trailblazers had the 5.3 with the DOD in 05 then mainstream it in 07
@AlexTheCarDoctorАй бұрын
And trucks
@matthewf5891Ай бұрын
I tell my customers ALL THE TIME that you will not find a more reliable, easy to repair truck/SUV than the 2000-2006 GM full size trucks. I LOVE them. Easy to work on, easy to maintain, cheap to fix, etc.
@joshuamerrill2422Ай бұрын
I have a 2001 chevrolet suburban and I LOVE IT
@robertdickerson16Ай бұрын
Love this guy
@SplosionMoviesАй бұрын
Always wanted a GMT800 truck. They look so comfy and classic. Can't swing it with these gas prices tho 🤣
@redlywaxerАй бұрын
Im with you brother, on everything you daid on this short. Great channel!
@AlexTheCarDoctorАй бұрын
Much appreciated!
@boog9104Ай бұрын
That pewter was IT back then, even though my mother had a Yukon in that color.
@Wildanimal864.29 күн бұрын
Vortec gang 😮💨😮💨every budget LS start art as a vortec engine I assure you.
@esthendy51Ай бұрын
In 2006, I bought my first new car, which was a 2006 yukon with the 4.8 had it up until 2014 when I traded it in for my new truck, and to this day, I regret trading it in🥺 got it with 7 miles and had 135k and other than 3 batteries and a water pump it was the most reliable car I've ever owned all dealer maintained all fluids changed regularly oil,trans,diff and recommended services
@AlexTheCarDoctorАй бұрын
@@esthendy51 dang you are one of the owners that got tired of it for being reliable just kidding. But I wish you would’ve would have kept it
@mrgjohnson2620 күн бұрын
Shoot I love my 2001 GMC Sierra C3 and it's a rare truck 😎😎😎😎
@Mikey-wf9pyАй бұрын
The suburban is long but it's better with the third row. The Tahoe you got no space in the back. Technically it is on the short bed regular cab chassis
@AlexTheCarDoctorАй бұрын
You are right! I use to own the Yukon XL. I had plenty of room for luggage and things
@jmartinez6578Ай бұрын
08 Silverado 5.3 with 340 thousand miles and still going strong
@StVickАй бұрын
Still the Real OG's up till this day.
@Ninoo18721 күн бұрын
imma buy one soon, 04 z71 5.3. bye bye to my 09 5.3
@kennethjohnson2967Ай бұрын
My 98 Tahoe just laid down on me ! 345,000 miles on it ! They were hard miles !
@DurabledougАй бұрын
The diesels too no death.. I mean def fluid
@jacobstacy588Ай бұрын
4l60 aren’t bad transmission 4l60e are horrible but with the older 5.3 just about every one I’ve seen with internal problems it miss fires on cylinder 3 and worn out piston rings causes it
@michaelbayless5691Ай бұрын
I got an 06 z71 and of course it's got a collapsed lifter I had over 330 thousand on my 01 and never had a single problem
@seanlee9453Ай бұрын
What's your advice on a 2012 Chevy Silverado
@nofsgiven3855Ай бұрын
My 07 1500 crew cab came with the Displacement on demand and it ruined my engine. I baby that truck for the 2 two years I’ve owned it and then my lifters collapsed and I had to replace the engine . It cost me 5800 with a DOD delete so I won’t have the same issues .
@AlexTheCarDoctorАй бұрын
That sounds about right smh. It’s like the only way to prevent the issue is the DOD. Doesn’t matter if you baby it or stay on top of the maintenance. It’s like they fail regardless 😔
@brandonhayes7071Күн бұрын
So should I change my fluid on my 2004 Yukon with 237,000 miles? Fluid is still red.
@3StkzАй бұрын
Love it THANKS FOR ALL YA DO
@ActrealsurprisedАй бұрын
I have a an 04 z71 suburban. It’s my work truck and daily. Has a wall of subs in it too. Kind of dumb but whatever. 3rd 4l60. This one’s built. Hope it makes me another 40000
@user-qk9xy5sl1tАй бұрын
I got a 07 and no problems. Over 200,000 miles. Just regular maintenace.
@Mike__PАй бұрын
My Pontiac G8 GT had DoD. I turned it off with a tuner.
@johnjohnson2855Ай бұрын
Solid vehicles before fuel management came along
@williammoon6554Ай бұрын
90s early 2000 suv were the best
@SassquatchTXАй бұрын
Big bodies on big bodies. Hell yeah!
@99villeАй бұрын
I have a 2012 Nissan Altima do you have any videos or suggestions on that car?
@freakinmexarican9701Ай бұрын
@Alexthecardoctor I have a question for you. I'm looking into buying a 2010 Cadillac Escalade what is your opinion on those trucks?
@chasedyer5950Ай бұрын
Peak car manufacturing era
@e6ensperceptionАй бұрын
How often does alex recommend we change the fluid and filters? Should we flush the fluid everytime? Someone told me to change fluid and filters on trans every 4 oil changes. Im sitting at 10k miles since my last trans oil flush and filters on a 08 6.0l