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DarkSkyX31 started following Seat covers and heated cloth seats , Crew Cab Standard/Long Bed Pics , is there a way to perma-disable auto start/stop? and 1 other
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Crew Cab Standard/Long Bed Pics
DarkSkyX31 replied to Amcguy1970's topic in 2019-2023 Silverado & Sierra
Crew cab w/ standard bed...aka the longest bed you can get in this config. Couldn't image having the short bed, especially if you put a tool box in the bed. -
is there a way to perma-disable auto start/stop?
DarkSkyX31 replied to briansol's topic in 2019-2023 Silverado & Sierra
I tried the Range Tech module first but it caused weird throttle surging issues for me. My issue was evidently an outlier because the techs had never heard of it and had no solutions. Other people love their stuff, so not knocking the company. Went with the autostop eliminator. Don't be intimidated by popping off a couple trim pieces around the radio and button area, it is simple and well documented in the videos. Quick install, works flawlessly and leaves the OBDII port open for other uses. -
The Range also wasn't compatible with my '20 with the 8 speed. It caused surging between 30-50 mph when constant on the throttle. Their techs couldn't explain or solve, so I guess I was a unique case to them. Went with the Eliminator that plugs in behind the center console switch and it has been flawless.
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Seat covers and heated cloth seats
DarkSkyX31 replied to NorthskyblueT1's topic in 2019-2023 Silverado & Sierra Mods
I have the Carhartt seat covers through Covercraft, with the heated cloth seats. In my experience they still heat up just fine; it is possible it is slowed down slightly but not that I have noticed as the full effect is the same. -
Steering Column Rubber Boot Noise
DarkSkyX31 replied to 2020SilveradoCC's topic in 2019-2023 Silverado & Sierra
I think I can feel it in the brake pedal when it creaks/rubs, I assumed it has to do with where everything comes through the firewall. Hopefully I won't need an entire new column like yours. -
Steering Column Rubber Boot Noise
DarkSkyX31 replied to 2020SilveradoCC's topic in 2019-2023 Silverado & Sierra
Same issue here, first trip in (for an unrelated service) the dealership couldn't replicate the noise, according to them. It seems to be loudest when the truck is first driven and then less noticeable later on. It has increased lately so I will be taking it back in for them to have a second shot at finding the source of the noise. I am sure it is something simple, but I don't think it is unreasonable to expect the steering on a brand new truck to be as quiet as my 19 year old truck. Anyone else experience the noise and trace it to the steering boot or something else? -
As long as you are under there, might as well drop the spare tire down and grease up the pulley and mechanism so it works when you need it to.
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Range Auto Stop Disabler Qs?
DarkSkyX31 replied to childstoys's topic in 2019-2023 Silverado & Sierra
Similar issue. Installed the Range 005 on my 2020 Sierra 5.3 8 speed right after purchase. It surges at low speed with constant light throttle pressure, anywhere from 20-40mph when just cruising around town. It is usually subtle but often enough to sway my head forward and backwards as the RPMs jump around. Removed the Range device this week and it seems to have stopped. I'm going to drive it for a week or two and then re-install to make sure, but it is very disappointing to spend that much money and have it so degrade the driveability of the truck.
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