PMattras

The point is you didn't save $4,000 unless you paid sticker price and you spent $2,000 (labor cost?) which in most cases is not going to increase the value of a WT truck at trade in. The question is if it is worth it? In your case it is and it appears you did a good job. People have to think it out if it is really worth the cost and maybe shop around to get their best price on a vehicle with these item. Sorry if you don't agree. End of conversation.

Maybe if you look at listed prices (sticker price) you are correct but with the discounts, rebates and dealing the $6,000 price comes down a lot especially when you can purchase the vehicle on the lot. I found out it was very hard to get a fully equipment regular cab WT/LS model in April where right now I could get an LT for the same price or a little less with more options. Usually a double cab has a $3,000 - $3,500 difference in sticker price over a regular cab but with the better rebates/discounts etc. on double cabs - the price is a lot less. GM and other dealerships are having a very hard time selling off their 2016 right now. This has been in the news. It all depends when you purchased the truck and how you worked out the price. Installing these options has no increase trade in value and there is no warranty coverage because it is going to be looked as a WT/LS trim level truck. I know right now I could get an LT for far less than $6,000 sticker price and maybe some what a little over $2,000 but I also would get some more additional options other that is mentioned here as well. There would be also a savings on your additional labor time (which is not counted) and possible issues or problems with your warranty. If I was looking for a second hand truck, I only look for a truck with the regular stock items for that trim level. I don't need any future trouble. Some dealerships mark these improvements down on the trade in as well. I don't see a $4,000 being ahead - maybe a little but a loss in the trade in because it is still a WT trim level truck.

In my opinion spending over $2,000 plus labor would have been better spent getting an LT trim level which would have a better trade in value and more options. Especially on the deals and rebates they are offering now. Most people ordering a WT or LS trim just want a plain truck with the basic options or some additional chrome to use for work or just use as a truck should be used. All these upgrades wouldn't be covered under the warranty as well. I usually buy the LS trim level but now it is getting harder and harder to get some of the nice options offered on other trim levels. I.E. you can't get the CD any more on the LS or WT truck models.

Just get a seat belt extender. http://www.ebay.com/itm/2PCS-Universal-Auto-Car-Seat-Belt-Buckle-Clip-Extender-Safety-Alarm-Stopper-/221944831242

Here is another website on the radiator issues. http://www.gm-trucks.com/forums/topic/154997-antifreeze-smell-in-cab/page-6 http://sandyblogs.com/techlink/?p=5128

I had this problem on my 2014 Chevy Silverado and they had to replace the radiator and the cost if it wasn't under warranty would be about $1,000 using OEM parts. There is a service bulletin on it because of corrosion issues. No recall yet.

I didn't have any trouble with the carpet rear wheel wells in my 2014 Chevy Silverado. They were easy to clean but they did have a lot of salt in them from the New England winters. When I took them off (traded in my vehicle) there was dirt/salt behind the carpet rear wells. I am not sure how the dirt or salt got there. Maybe when I put pressure to wash out the carpet inserts. Salt is a big issue in New England especially in CT. I am not crazy about carpeting in these areas. The all plastic wheel wells seem to be better coverage with the frame and rear bumper (throw out underneath frame) areas etc.. I had to clean the inside bumper in back of the wheel. Nothing is going to stick to them and I feel the salt from the winter will wash out very quickly by itself when you hit puddles etc.. Less sticking like in carpet. If there is any noise (most of the driving is noise free anyways), I don't see any issue with it. I didn't have anything there when I purchased the vehicle. Less maintenance in cleaning the rear works better for me in cold times or back country. I can wipe them down with WD40 for additional protection in the winter. The front wells have the carpeting which keep any noise down in the cabin but do have to be cleaned more. There appears to be more protection in this area to the under carriage. I had plastic in my 2008 and I never had any issues with it to be concerned. Too bad they don't make the carpet backing with the plastic outer covering to prevent sound and dirt protection. Maybe it wouldn't work. With the prices on the trucks are going up, there should be a better way to reduce salt, dirt and noise in these areas. This is a major area where you can get a lot of rust to the vehicle. Where the rubber touches the dirty/salty roads!

I just installed the Husky "plastic" wheel well liners on my 2016 GMC Sierra. They were easy to install and provide more cover underneath than the carpet ones. I heard they might be a little more noisy but should clean off very quickly. I decided to go this route on my new truck. They look good as well. http://www.autoanything.com/fender-flares/husky-liners-wheel-well-guards?vehicleid=3513529&kc=ffprod&k_clickid=296f059f-2e72-4b70-811d-7a06305fb1c4&adgroupid=5399&k_trackingid=274x76987232528&kpid=10090-9016-3513529&productid=76987232528&gclid=CMfqpZyA_MwCFQlahgodIscLew Their (Husky) instructions starts off taking off the OEM carpet wheel wells before installing the plastic ones. Seems there is an interest of people changing over to their product. I got a good deal because they were on sale this month through some vendors.

Can anyone show me (photo) what bolts have to be removed to put the studs in? Are these bolts hard to remove and can you cause any additional issues or problems? I don't know too much about this. Specs - pounds pressure putting the studs in etc.. I like to do it because I have the item and it is pretty cool looking? Thanks.

I just traded in my 2014 Silverado for a new 2016 GMC with 5.3 engine. I took the engine cover (plastic silver cover like in the photo below) off my Silverado but there is nothing to hook it up to my GMC. Can you use this on a 2016 GMC? If so, what do I need to do so? I want to check before I get the new badge.

I like them and ordered a set for my truck. Thanks for bring this up with the part numbers etc.

I like the Hellwig rear sway bars and put them on as soon as I got my truck. FYI. http://www.gm-trucks.com/forums/topic/158639-2014-rear-sway-bar-by-hellwig/?hl=swaybars

I got these in on Saturday but there was a kink in both of them. Shows up a lot in chrome. The shipping box was okay but the box the parts came in had a slight bent (mark in package) to it. These will be going back to the shipper. Otherwise they looked good and these didn't have anything engraved in them which is okay with me. I had a chance to get an idea what they look like before sending them back. I am going to reorder them again.

The more I look at it - the more I like the chrome window trim moldings for my truck. I don’t know why. Maybe I haven’t seen them on "regular pickups" and just want to be different. Give more class with the other chrome items (door handles, mirror covers and door molding trim). I am not sure if GM makes them for regular pickups because I was told the doors are different from the other models. Even so, I don’t want to pay the money GM demands or do the harder removal. So what I decided to do is get a set made by Putco which are stainless steel window sill trim which I got for about $36 (AutoAnything). It seems to have gotten a good rating from other 2014 Silverado owners. Should be getting them this coming Tuesday. Just another option for chrome lovers. http://www.autoanything.com/chrome-accessories/putco-stainless-steel-window-sill-trim http://www.partsgeek.com/3gf5jfx-chevrolet-silverado-1500-window-trim.html?utm_source=bing&utm_medium=ff&utm_content=MP&utm_campaign=PartsGeek+Bing&gb=pp&utm_term=&ad=7755920784 Note: Click on to “Enlarge Photo” for more details (last website) – It has a Chevy Bowtie and Chevrolet engraved in the trim. Something to be aware if interested.

This seems to be a good idea on how to get the most out of the small cubby/pocket. Has anyone else come up with additional ideas with it?

Are you following directions as noted in the manual?

After this bad winter it appears the salt and dirt washes out very well. I just use the garden hose. It appears these wheel wells are doing okay. I have no issues with them.

I noticed on the 2015 Chevy Silverado GM now offers a "Interior Trim Kit" for a regular pickup but they don't offer for the 2014 Chevy Silverado. Part Name: Reg Cab Interior Trim Kit, Synthesis Part Number: 23147674 Precisely crafted and meticulous in detail, this luxury trim selection distinctively defines the interiorof your Silverado LD. Included as part of the kit are two hockey stick trim pieces for the front doors, acupholder bezel, and a trim ring for the center console. http://www.shopchevyparts.com/advanced_search_result.php?keywords=23147674&x=0&y=0 I can't see why it wouldn't work on the 2014 Chevy Silverado? Has there been any changes between the 2015 vs 2014 to the interior?

I am using 87 as to what is noted in the truck manual. Why waste money if you don't need it.

If you do it please keep us posted on part numbers and results. I may do this myself. I have an WT or now called a LS trim level w/o the Tailgate Assist.

I believe the tailgate assist is only torsion bar (mechanical) built into the tailgate with different connections. I don't think there is any electrical power to it. Correct me if I am wrong because I don't have this system. You could add power to anything by adding it to the original wiring harness or add on to the existing wire harness in other fashions. The cut outs etc. in the truck frames are the same so I don't see any issues putting the Truck Tailgate Hideaway System on any trim levels as an option or standard equipment. The price can't cost too much etc. The truck already comes with a tailgate and connections. The additional cost is in the wiring (connections), power source (motor) and maybe the frame brackets to pull in and out the tailgate. People on this site added power steps to their trucks and they claim they did not have any issues with closing or dropping these steps during the winter months. So if the truck frame opening for the tailgate is added or needed can be done to all trucks it is just simple wiring connection, motor or power source, some metal/bracket parts and power enough to handle this system. As you can see on the video - the truck being used was a work truck or low trim level. It does appear they lower the rear bumper in the video and I don't know about if it affected the spare tire. I don't have the specs to say otherwise.

Not standard on Silverado WT trim level. I would prefer a Truck Tailgate Hideaway System if it was available any day. No need for corner bumper steps and drops the tailgate and gets it out of the way. It seems with the high prices they are demanding for these trucks now a days, I can't see why GM can't offer this system instead.

Why? I would like everything to just shut off when I turn the key off.