Joe Drives

I replaced my battery after 4 years at the dealer from a new purchase in 2020. These AGM batteries just don't die like the old lead acid. Need to be proactive with these AGM's in my opinion. The main reason I replied is I have had very intermittent infotainment screen malfunction issues. 1. Test pattern on the screen with normal audio. 2. No audio at all including the turn signals with normal screen display. 3. Black screen with normal audio. 4. Normal screen with no audio from the radio only. Turn signal sound was normal. 1 and 2 occurred about a year apart. 3 and 4 occurred 1 week apart in fairly cold weather. After the truck sits for a time, all malfunctions appear to reset and screen and audio return to normal operation. All updates are complete that I checked and the dealer also verified. Thanks for any thoughts on this.

I have a 2020 and have never had OnStar, so no experience with that. I do have an Android phone and use Android Auto on trips. I have not had any issues with maps, music from my phone or calls. I don't make too many calls out but any I receive connect without any issues. The split screen also is a nice feature.

I used a Weathertech seat protector and GM floor liners. Our German Shepard was sickly his last two years and made several messes. The seat protector contained all the mess and with a little soap then rinse with a hose and line dry ready for another mess. The floor liners work great for the little that he spread around. Paper towels and Fantastic or similar product worked great. I was a little concerned when I bought the seat protector as it had seat belt holes closed with hook and loop fastening system. No leakage or issues with that. I don't have any recommendations for seat backs or door panels.

I had the same lack of audio this year on my 2020. I drove it to the dealer, they verified, checked for codes and there was none. They gave me an appointment for a few days later. I shut it off and restarted with the same lack of audio. It sat overnight and the next day everything worked fine and continues to work fine months later. I'm sure someone on here has the answer to this.

I did a chat on the Michelin website and the below was their response. I used my size of 265/65R18 as an example. Michelin's response below. "The Primacy LTX can be mounted in any direction in your tire size." Recommend performing the same chat or contact the manufacturer another way with your size to receive your specific tire information.

I have 006X, then the week and year of manufacture to the right of this in a separate oval. I don't know what the 006X represents. This marking is on Michelin Defender LTX M/S.

Concur with the performance of the stock Rancho's. I kept the stock height on a non-Trail Boss suspension truck and went with the Rancho 9000's shocks and struts. Total was a little over $1500 taking to the dealer for installation. Well pleased with the ride. I set the rear about 3 and the fronts at 7. I do not tow or haul heavy and a daily driver.

I had the similar issue, a landscape staple in the sidewall. I did replace this one tire at 20,000 miles. At approximately 35,000 miles I chose to replace the stock tires with Michelin Defender LTX same size as stock from Costco. This was due to the poor wet traction of the stock tires which I believe were Goodyear. Your tires are going to age out soon so I would replace all four if you're planning on keeping the vehicle for a while.

I changed at 4 years for peace of mind with OEM replacement battery at the dealer. My last truck, I was planning on changing at 5 years and it did not make it. I also carry Schumacher Model SL 1452 Jump Starter/Power Pack.

PB Blaster Surface Shield I used on a rusty Jeep frame. I did not do any preparation, and a year later still had good coverage when it was sold. Recommend reading the MSDS and using personnel protective equipment regardless of the product chosen.

You received 86K trouble free miles. I would go with your option 1 and stay with the same engine new or remanufactured by GM with GM warranty. I'm not sure what GM's engine warranty is now but it used to be the same as a new vehicle 3 years 36,000.

The Husky Gearbox sits on top of the GM floor liner without any modification. The pricing is up there close to the GM. Seems to have good reviews, The link is for a double cab so if you may have to search for your year and model or go with the GM and guaranteed correct fit. Amazon.com: Husky Liners Gearbox - Under Seat Storage Box | Fits 2019-2024 Chevrolet Silverado/GMC Sierra 1500 Double Cab, (2022 Limited) 2020-2024 Silverado/Sierra 2500,3500 Double Cab - Black, 1 Pc. | 09061 : Automotive

The Husky Gearbox covers the jack and has to be removed by one wingnut to access the jack. The bag of jack tools is rite under the wingnut on the left side that secures the storage box.

Hello, that looks fine. I store quite a bit of stuff under the seat although I don't seem to use much of it. Lol. I bought a Husky Liners Gearbox - Under Seat Storage Box | Fits 2019-2024 Chevrolet Silverado/GMC Sierra 1500 Double Cab, (2022 Limited) 2020-2024 Silverado/Sierra 2500,3500 Double Cab - Black, 1 Pc. | 09061 on Amazon as well. I also bought one of these for front seat storage if you have a jump seat. I picked up the recommendation and details on this forum back in 2021. Go Gear CNSLPLUS-BLA Console Plus Organizer

I can't answer your question of 2.5 vs 2.0. I do have the same driving habits that you described, less towing. I had the same issues with the stock Ranchos nosediving and bouncing. I replaced the stock Ranchos with Rancho 9000's ordered from Rancho installed on a 2020 Double cab Z71. I had a local dealer install. It still rides like a truck but has some adjustment if needed. I run about 7 in the front and 3 in the rear and it rides much better than stock. I had them changed at 45,000 miles. I have about 15,000 miles on them now. I was going to go with Bilstein but there was a nationwide backorder at the time. Overall, I'm satisfied with the Rancho 9000's.

Thanks for the fluid clarification New Dude. I am going to inquire at the dealer.

I had my 8-speed transmission serviced at the dealer at 40,000 miles. This is a transmission fluid exchange only using a Wynns flush kit P/N 10210 with new fluid P/N 88862155 per the service order. This was performed last year just shy of $300.

If you are doing the work, it comes down to time and personnel preference. If you have to pay someone, I would run the Rancho's till they needed to be changed. I changed mine at approximately 45,000 miles

I have a 2020 and replaced at the 4-year point. The dealer installed GM part number 88864542. I'm not sure what H6 or H7 means. The specifications are linked below. https://parts.gmparts.com/product/acdelco-gold-36-month-warranty-agm-bci-group-94r-battery-88864542?srsltid=AfmBOopH2-KrPLWmi5SI3pBH4Giimd_eRJLSCDs66BGlINGY6TKHOAxW

I replaced the stock tires on a 2020 with Michelin Defender LTX M/S 265/65/18. I have them on over two years, 99% city/rural paved road driving. I do not tow or haul heavy loads. The main reason I swapped out the stock was to improve wet traction. No constant wheel spin on wet roads now. I purchased at Costco, really can't beat all the extras as annual balancing, rotation etc. I think they have free installation now also. I have never used Dueler or KO3 so no opinion on them.

I purchased a 2020 Silverado double cab 5.3 with the Z71 package new. I have 53,000 miles now and except for a couple early check engine lights resolved under warranty has been trouble free. I replaced the battery at 4 years old, normal oil changes usually between 10 and 20 % on the oil life monitor. Recently, I had a transmission service, transfer case service and brake fluid exchange. All services and battery were done at a dealer. I had the dealer install Rancho 9000 shocks and struts that I ordered from Rancho. Much less bounce, better ride than the stock Ranchos. I do not tow or haul heavy loads, but it is my daily transportation.

Have you considered having your seats recovered at an upholstery shop? Any structural repairs can usually be accomplished when the covering is removed. Seat covers are another option. I've been told these are great covers although I have not personally purchased any. https://www.wetokole.com

Does the truck continue up and down motion after hitting a bump, similar to a boat riding up and down waves? No individual impact is noticed. I had ^ this and resolved it with Rancho 9000's set about 7 in the front and 3 in the rear. I had the dealer install and removed the factory Ranchos at 45,000 miles. It still rides like a truck but only bounces once instead of 3 or 4 times. I have a 2020 Silverado with the Z71 package, Michelin Defender tires installed at about 20,000, original size, from Costco on original 18" rims.