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My AC went out 2 weeks ago at 35,800 miles on early 2014 model 1500 z71. I called immediately, but wasn't able to schedule an appointment and get into the dealership shop until today. Unfortunately, I'm now at 36,300 miles, so I was very worried that I'd be out of warranty coverage. Luckily, the dealership went with the mileage that I mentioned on the phone a few weeks ago. They just told me that my compressor failed - it was still engaging, so I'm not sure what the failure was. They are replacing it, free of charge. Looks like this will be my last warranty service, hopefully everything else is mechanically sound (for a while)!

I still haven't actually added these on yet, but these are the flares I'm looking at. edit: You GMC guys are lucky, I really like the look of those stock fender flares. edit 2: I'd also really like to upgrade my exhaust to get something a little throatier than stock. However, I don't want it to be obnoxious at all, so I'd really like to hear a few different exhaust setups before I pursue this. Also, the V8/V4 transition *could* sound like crap with the wrong exhaust system.

Here is my electrical conversion setup: I have 2 Interstate MT7 AMG deep cycle batteries under the hood. These have better performance under adverse conditions (cold being my primary concern), still provide adequate cranking amps when the battery is low, and are meant to be discharged/charged without hurting the battery life (note: normal car batteries are not designed to be discharged all the way and then recharged, their lead will not properly re-plate upon recharging.) If you want to keep it simple, just put one of these in your truck, they are much better than normal car batteries. My alternator runs through a Stinger battery isolator and relay, which distributes charge to the 2 batteries and isolates them during discharge, so I can completely discharge my secondary battery without worrying about cranking. Or, I can completely discharge my main battery and jump my truck from the secondary (this should happen automatically, but I have cables if it doesn't.) I was somewhat concerned that the stock alternator wouldn't be able to handle this setup, but an expert automotive electrician told me otherwise, and I haven't had any problems over the last ~8 months. My secondary battery is currently wired to 2 places - the inverter under my back seat, and to the LED light setup I have in the bed. When the inverter is on, it provides power to an outdoor rated ac power receptacle in the bed. There are 2 open outlets to power electronics inside my truck (phones, laptops, & other equipment that I need when working in the field). (~ bed is currently a mess, and I'm in the process of rewiring the LED switches because the wire won't stay tucked under the bed rail during off-road driving) Overall, I've been very satisfied. I've camped in the bed in relative comfort during adverse conditions (-20 F + blizzard was the worst night I believe). All of the air gaps under my bed rail are sealed to prevent drafts and I have an inflatable "donut" that seals my trucks back window to the topper. It still gets cold in the topper on those nights, but a 3 inch mattress topper, -20 F sleeping bag, and a heat blanket are plenty to stay comfortable. In the morning, I just fire up the truck (remote start) ~10 minutes before I get out of the sleeping bag, and I keep a Mr. Heater Tough Buddy handy if that isn't enough.

So far... Battery conversion (running 2 deep cycle marine batteries, 1 dedicated to the truck, 1 dedicated to alternate/backup power) 1400 watt inverter under rear driver side seat Leer Bed Topper (not the best look, but great in Colorado mountain winter) Rhino Lined the bed LED lights running under both bed rails (operated by 2 switches in the bed) Outdoor rated AC power outlet in the bed (connects to inverter, I camped in the topper on a -20 F night using a mattress pad, sleeping bag, and a heat blanket - awesome !!) Leveling Kit Removed front air dam Window tint (match front to back) Still want... Rain guards for windows More aggressive tires OEM style fender flares Some interior lighting stuff Overall, the electrical work has been my most aggressive addition, it's pretty awesome to use in the back country.

I just got the 2" rough country installed on my truck. It looks great, but I have noticed a little difference on the highway in terms V8 to V4 transition. It is definitely less aerodynamic with the front spacers and wants to kick back into V8 earlier than before.

I finally got my 2014 last weekend and quickly realized that it needs a leveling kit. The center of the back wheel well measures 39 1/4" and the front is around 37". I'd like to find a leveling kit that doesn't mess with the back at all, anyone have any recommendations?