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These are two systems I found that are capable with covers (not all covers)... they both have their pros/cons https://www.max-modular.com/shop-max-modular/utility-rack-for-tonneau-covers https://www.yakima.com/overhaul-hd

My 18’ has electrical steering as well. The vacuum pump controls the brakes. When my pump failed it gave the same 2 codes you got, BUT I also got a service ABS as well. Weird response about off reading tho. I guess I may understand if you were jumping it or doing extreme angles, but I doubt that...

My 18’ gave the same errors when my vacuum pump failed at 8,500 miles.

Thanks for sharing! Great job!

Wow, and I was annoyed that my 18’ had misaligned rear doors... sorry man I hope they figure something out for you.

Crazy, I *kinda* get them playing the numbers game with non-safety things (stereo, engine reliability, etc), but safety shouldn't be one of those (brakes, steering, etc). Seems like lawsuits are the only way to put pressure on them...

My pump failed on my 18' at 8k (if I recall correctly). I get GM is running a business, but safety isn't something you play a "numbers game" with....

NO, it is still a problem. Mine failed while using hill descent control on a fire road. 2 errors on my display, brakes disengaged, and the truck quickly picked up speed rolling down hill. I attempted to apply the brakes but the pedal was extremely stiff. Luckily power brakes returned quickly and I was able to press brake down. I have no idea how much force would have been needed to apply the pedal during the failure to gain any level of reasonable braking. I only applied brakes for 1 second when my power braking returned. I am *unsure* if the brake pedal could have been pressed hard enough to slow the truck given the hill and lack of power brake assist. 2018 1500 5.3 CCSB Z71.

I saw a trail boss at my dealer today. I was not able to see the steering linkage (tie rods) angles or the upper & lower control arm ball joint angles. I was able to see the CV axle and it looked good. If there was an angle I couldn’t see it. With that said I couldn’t get all the way to the ground due to a recent appendectomy. But wanted to share for others to see. *IF* the steering and ball joints look like the CV angles then perhaps a level kit would be possible. I’m not sure how they addressed the CV angle.

I understand they come with new CV axel shafts, however these shafts only address the addition length needed. The longer CV axels won’t address failure to drop the differential, which is how CV axel angles are corrected. Maybe they are stronger to deal with the angles, but that still leaves the; steering linkage, and lower/uppper control arms not being addressed. At 2” this probably isn’t a huge deal as many run 2” level kits already; however I think people may be putting too much stress on these unaddressed components by adding an additional leveling kit on top of basically a level kit in regards to angles. 2” leveling kit on top of the 2” trail boss “level kit” is putting your angles at the functional equivalent of a 4” level kit. I’m just saying becareful to those going this route. If my understanding is correct, I could see GM looking to void warranties on level kits quicker compared to the past due to such extreme angles.

I agree after looking at the parts list. This appears to be a leveling kit with more parts, but still just a level kit. Axle shafts, steering, and control arm angles are not addressed. I’d take a true lift kit over this package. With that said, this is better than nothing for those wanting a new truck with a slight lift while keeping their warranty.

My bad, I though I posted this link in my thread earlier, it has a searchable database veh/lift/tire/etc. this company also has a YouTube channel. *I still would like to see some members pics tho! https://www.customwheeloffset.com/wheel-offset-gallery

Wow, I’m not a mechanic but this seems to be un-reasonably high! I can only imagine the accelerated oil contamination and break down that occurs as the total volumne decreases. Update; I found a FCA bulletin with the same burn rate... maybe this is just the new standard they are taking to weasel out of warranty claims.

Hoping for some pics as well!

-Most kits work for both stamped steel and aluminum interchangeably, while cast steel have their own kits. -I have read going OVER 2” level will put too much stress on the ball joints and they pop out of place in certain situations.

I agree with “right product wrong name.” This is not a “Blazer” it is a small family crossover. Naming it such is a sad attempt to gain more attention around the vehicle, and dishonors the old capable Blazer. Other than the name the RS model does look very nice.

My truck also has an misaligned right rear door. My dealer said they would fix it. I walked the lot and 80% of the new trucks has a misaligned right rear door to some degree. 50% of all trucks had a misaligned that I, as a consumer, would laboe as unacceptable. I will update after the dealer repairs it. I am thankful the dealer is trying their best. This is a manufacturing problem that they, or me, should be having to deal with.

Just got 18.3 mpg (Hand calculated) with 19.2 mpg showing on the display. It was at 311 miles with 300 being freeway. The roadway did not have any major hill climbs. I was doing mostly 80 mph as I did not encounter any traffic. I was NOT trying to conserve fuel and I was trying to obtain real world numbers of someone “trying to make time” but not driving wrecklessly. My “last 25” displayed 17.9 mpg and the last “50” displayed 18.5 mpg and last “400” displayed 18.4 mpg. 2018 Silverado 1500 5.3 4x4 6 speed 3.08 Z71 & All Star Packages.