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Finance, Accounting, modding the 2012 Camaro 2SS (even more modded now!)
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2018 GMC Sierra SLT Z71 4X4 White Frost Tricoat, 5.3V8, 6 Spd AT
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jimbrown1 started following 4WD Service message
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I've searched this forum so I apologize if I missed a response to this particular issue. I just cranked up the truck today, my 2018 Sierra Z71 crew cab with the 5.3V8, purchased new in Feb 2019 from a dealership in North Houston, and the vehicle now has 13,627 miles. I don't drive it much and use a more economical vehicle for commuting, I bought the truck because I wanted it to be the last one I bought before retiring in 4-5 years and didn't want the push button start vehicles. I hope to keep this vehicle for a long time. So when I started up the truck, the 4WD Service message popped up. used my Auto Cal device to check for DTCs, and nothing shows up. I did change the drive from 2WD, to auto, then from auto to 4 HI, then from 4 HI to 4 Lo and all seemed to work fine and I can hear the gears changing in the transfer case. It shouldn't be the terminals on the frame as this truck doesn't see the mud you would expect from a vehicle like this, but maybe something has come loose after only 13K miles but I haven't check it yet. Any thoughts on what could be the issue before I take it to a dealer for inspection? Also, I read where the transfer case is under powertrain warranty so I was curious if any other GM truck owners had this problem outside of the 3/36,000 mile bumper to bumper warranty but before 5/60,000 mile powertrain warranty had expired and how the dealership treated this issue for them.
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I apologize if this topic has been started, but I couldn't find anything when searching for Console Safe in the topics. Lock'er Down has this console safe that allows users to keep the USB port but you must permanently remove the clip in deep pocket tray, and temporarily remove the file folder brackets on the side in order to install the safe. Has anyone purchased one of these safes? For the 2018 Sierra, do the file folder brackets in the console just snap in or are they held in with screws? I couldn't see any screws last night when I checked, and they seemed rather tight when I pulled on them. I haven't found any specific videos on the 2018 Sierra console, only the 2014-2016 where these brackets just snap in and out. Thanks for the help.
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Pennzoil Platinum vs Valvoline Extended Protection
jimbrown1 replied to Big_Kahuna's topic in Off-Topic
I run Amsoil Signature Series in every vehicle I own, and my two kid's vehicles. Nick set me up as a preferred customer and now I just order from the web and it's delivered to me from Arlington, Tx in a couple of days. Being a preferred member, you can get a case of 0W20 for $142, that's $11.82/quart before shipping and sales/excise taxes. -
2014+ Exhaust Systems & Mufflers
jimbrown1 replied to Escalade1979's topic in 2014-2019 Engine, Driveline, & Exhaust
I had the Borla ATAK 140537 installed this past weekend. Best exhaust for this truck. I previously had the S Type muffler made for GMPP but now only made by Borla with their stamping, it was more muffled than what I remember from the 2011 Silverado I had previously installed it on the OEM exhaust system. -
2014+ Exhaust Systems & Mufflers
jimbrown1 replied to Escalade1979's topic in 2014-2019 Engine, Driveline, & Exhaust
So the hanger will fit in between those two metal parts of the hitch? Every time I see an install on you tube, it’s for a truck without an OEM hitch from the factory. -
2014+ Exhaust Systems & Mufflers
jimbrown1 replied to Escalade1979's topic in 2014-2019 Engine, Driveline, & Exhaust
Were there any issues installing the exhaust hanger on the drivers side with the ATAK system? Seems like the class III hitch might interfere. This pic is from my 2018 Sierra. -
Bilstein shocks thread
jimbrown1 replied to yanzhixiang's topic in 2014-2018 Silverado & Sierra Mods
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Bilstein will tell you not to run spacers with the 5100 adjustable struts or it will void the warranty.
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Skid plates have been in attic, wife says they have to go. Came off my 2011 Silverado when installing lift.
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Selling level kit from Rugged Off Road. Installed on new 2018 Sierra in Feb 2019. Didn't like Rancho shocks so opted for Bilstein 5100 adjustable struts which lifts front end. On truck for 3 months, now they've just been sitting around the garage so wife says they have to go. $25 + shipping if interested. I'm north of Houston. 2007-2018 Chevy Silverado / GMC Sierra 1500 6-LUG 2.0" Leveling Kit | ruggedoffroad
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Bilstein shocks thread
jimbrown1 replied to yanzhixiang's topic in 2014-2018 Silverado & Sierra Mods
Bilstein will tell you that the 5100 adjustable front struts are not meant to be used with a spacer, it will void their warranty and reduce the life of the shock. I have run bottom strut spacers and currently have the 5100 adjustable struts on the top setting with roughly 1.85" of front lift. -
Bilstein shocks thread
jimbrown1 replied to yanzhixiang's topic in 2014-2018 Silverado & Sierra Mods
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Bilstein shocks thread
jimbrown1 replied to yanzhixiang's topic in 2014-2018 Silverado & Sierra Mods
I have this setup but I left the front shocks at stock setting and used a Rugged Off-road spacer. This is on a 2018 Sierra Crew Cab. No rubbing with the 275/60/20 BFG tires. -
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