"easter Eggs" / Quirks About The Gmt900 Vs Gmt800

[nickvrebel]

thought I'd start a thread about so of the differences I've noticed between my 2009 Sierra vs my old 2003 Silverado.

 

Any ever notice:

*you can't turn the dash lights off? they dim some, but don't turn completely off.

 

*turn signal - if you "tap" the signal (without locking it in to the on position) it will flash 4 times minimum

 

*there is no independent cargo light switch (I've seen the thread for a mod to remedy this, I might do it), I liked being able to turn on my cargo light while driving at light to inspect the bed without blinding myself with the interior lights

 

*the "4-High" mod is now standard. when high beam head lights are activated the low beams stay on... this is a good thing. I have yet to figure out how to keep my fog lights on when the high beams are activated (I go to remote areas often and I like full control of my lights).

 

*I was aggravated that the Daytime Running Lights are now the low beam headlights, I would prefer it to have been the parking lights.

 

*Stabilitrac - the most annoying thing ever when driving on gravel roads. I'm used to being on gravel and if the truck starts to slide a bit in the curves I just let it drift a little and it comes right back in line.... Stabilitrac scared the crap out of me the first time it activated and took control of my brakes. I guess in general it's a good thing but I could do without it.

 

*I want my 4 wheel disc brakes back.... I hate servicing drum brakes, that's my only real complaint on that subject because otherwise they do work well.

 

so anyway, that's my list of thoughts as I get ready to mail off my first truck payment. Anything I missed? Comments?

[2009 Sierra]

I also went from a 2003 Silverado to an 09 Sierra...

 

1 and 3 absolutly drive me nuts! Also things my 03 had that this one doesn't:

 

- No 4wd indicator light

- No Auto Headlight Override indicator light

- No one-touch window down on the passenger side

 

The 09 DOES have:

- LINT LINT LINT LINT LINT LINT LINT CAT HAIR WIFE HAIR LINT LINT LINT LINT

[kawtoy_77]

The 09 DOES have:

- LINT LINT LINT LINT LINT LINT LINT CAT HAIR WIFE HAIR LINT LINT LINT LINT

 

YOU KNOW THATS RIGHT!

[Z'06]

*the "4-High" mod is now standard. when high beam head lights are activated the low beams stay on... this is a good thing. I have yet to figure out how to keep my fog lights on when the high beams are activated (I go to remote areas often and I like full control of my lights).

 

This became standard on later GMT800 models. Mine's that way from the factory on my '06.

 

The *only* feature I would ever want on mine from a GMT900 is the 6-speed tranny. I love the look of the GMT800 Z71 SUVs - there's just not enough distinction among the GMT900 SUVs to tell from far away whether they are LS/LT/Z71/LTZ.

[jonathansnyder]

So that's how you turn on the cargo light! I swear I never knew how the hell to turn it on. I agree, that is an annoying feature.

 

The turn signal tap thing is by design. It's called a lane change...something. I don't remember. Mine flashes three times if I tap it, but if it's in tow/haul mode it flashes six times.

 

Another difference is the wipers. If you use the front window washer at speeds below x miles per hour (I don't know what the number is,) they will stop wiping for a couple seconds, then wipe once more to get those last drips. I think it's kind of neat.

[2016 Sierra Owner]

The things I have to add from my 2001 expirence is that...

 

1) The auto headlights come on when the key is turned. I used to be able to set the park brake and the auto lights would not come on till it was released. Since I back in my driveway I don't want to flash my neighbors windows 1st thing in the morning.

 

2) Also when it rains it sounds like their is a leak in the drivers door by my left shoulder. I contribute it to their being a 1/2 inch indention where the door metal meets the glass. The 2001 was a smooth transition there or maybe my ventshades prevented this from happening on my old truck?

[RyanbabZ71]

*I want my 4 wheel disc brakes back.... I hate servicing drum brakes, that's my only real complaint on that subject because otherwise they do work well.

 

My gmt-900 has em

[nickvrebel]

The turn signal tap thing is by design. It's called a lane change...something. I don't remember. Mine flashes three times if I tap it, but if it's in tow/haul mode it flashes six times.

haven't tried that, interesting... I've only had the truck for ~ a month and a half and so far I've only hooked up to a small utility trailer (that didn't justify tow/haul).

 

 

Another difference is the wipers. If you use the front window washer at speeds below x miles per hour (I don't know what the number is,) they will stop wiping for a couple seconds, then wipe once more to get those last drips. I think it's kind of neat.

haven't noticed that either, I'll have to check it out.

 

*I want my 4 wheel disc brakes back.... I hate servicing drum brakes, that's my only real complaint on that subject because otherwise they do work well.

 

My gmt-900 has em

 

While the 6.2L would have been nice, I didn't really need it, plus the fuel economy and initial purchase cost was a factor in addition to buying one of the last '09's on the lot I didn't have a lot of selection available.

[RyanbabZ71]

Another difference is the wipers. If you use the front window washer at speeds below x miles per hour (I don't know what the number is,) they will stop wiping for a couple seconds, then wipe once more to get those last drips. I think it's kind of neat.

 

I hate that, its usually dry and it leave a darn streak!

[jonathansnyder]

Another difference is the wipers. If you use the front window washer at speeds below x miles per hour (I don't know what the number is,) they will stop wiping for a couple seconds, then wipe once more to get those last drips. I think it's kind of neat.

 

I hate that, its usually dry and it leave a darn streak!

 

 

 

Looks like you're not driving that 6.2 like it's supposed to be driven then.

[elcompalaline]

thought I'd start a thread about so of the differences I've noticed between my 2009 Sierra vs my old 2003 Silverado.

 

Any ever notice:

*you can't turn the dash lights off? they dim some, but don't turn completely off.

I hate that!

*turn signal - if you "tap" the signal (without locking it in to the on position) it will flash 4 times minimum

Convenient for those that try to lane change by flashing their blinkers once.

*there is no independent cargo light switch (I've seen the thread for a mod to remedy this, I might do it), I liked being able to turn on my cargo light while driving at light to inspect the bed without blinding myself with the interior lights

I take it this is what you are referring to?.........Cargo Light Mod

*the "4-High" mod is now standard. when high beam head lights are activated the low beams stay on... this is a good thing. I have yet to figure out how to keep my fog lights on when the high beams are activated (I go to remote areas often and I like full control of my lights).

Here ya go...........GMT900 6-Hi Mod

*I was aggravated that the Daytime Running Lights are now the low beam headlights, I would prefer it to have been the parking lights.

Same here, I got rid of them all-together and got some HIDs.

*Stabilitrac - the most annoying thing ever when driving on gravel roads. I'm used to being on gravel and if the truck starts to slide a bit in the curves I just let it drift a little and it comes right back in line.... Stabilitrac scared the crap out of me the first time it activated and took control of my brakes. I guess in general it's a good thing but I could do without it.

*I want my 4 wheel disc brakes back.... I hate servicing drum brakes, that's my only real complaint on that subject because otherwise they do work well.

My 04 had em and I loved em, too bad mt 07 doesn't. Like you I hate servicing those things!

so anyway, that's my list of thoughts as I get ready to mail off my first truck payment. Anything I missed? Comments?

Congrats on the truck, happy modding!

[nickvrebel]

Thanks for the heads up about the 6HI mod elcompaLalo!

[KMGZ400]

IMO the gmt800s are better quality... that being said, the gmt900s look better and the interiors are extremely better.

 

like i said, IMO. not starting any fights or anything

[2016 Sierra Owner]

I did'nt have the wind noise from the rear windows in my 800. The wind noise I heard the most was from the cab air out flow vents behind the rear seat.

[elcompalaline]

Thanks for the heads up about the 6HI mod elcompaLalo!

 

Glad I could help!