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Saw it too. Some said it's a '16 clip front on a '15 truck.

 

 

I've yet to see a '16 Crew Cab at any of the dealers online, so that's probably right.

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Any pain in the b.tt to install those tow mirrors, any extra drilling, connections?

 

You have to drill the 4th hole so the mirror can mount to the truck. As for the wiring it was all my own custom work but if you have a newer truck you can purchase the wiring kit to get them to work without running your own wiring.

I've yet to see a '16 Crew Cab at any of the dealers online, so that's probably right.

 

No they are actually hitting the lots now. I looked online and seen a few. Mostly work trucks though

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No they are actually hitting the lots now. I looked online and seen a few. Mostly work trucks though

 

Yeah, saw a few the other day as well. Double checked the VIN beginning with 3.

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Thanks! It's a bone stock no frills truck that will slowly evolve into something a bit nicer...

 

The guy who runs the shop I go to (Plaza Muffler in Orange, CA) allows the customer to try out different mufflers in order to get the sound they are looking for – so I will try at least two. I myself have always been a FlowMaster guy but those are more suited for muscle cars IMO. After watching YouTube videos on the systems put out by Borla, FM, Gibson (There are some good vids by Kinney’s Mufflers in Texas for Silverados), I’ll probably go with a Magnaflow single in, dual out as I really don’t want drone or have it be too loud. I will post pics when I’m done.

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9PoUlKYVpgg

 

 

That opens up a whole new discussion – cold air intakes.

Definitely like Magnaflow myself. I've got duals on a Grand Prix I own.

 

True duals would be an awesome set up though. :thumbs:

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What is the offset on your wheels? Are you running spacers? And are you only running the 2.5 level? Sharp looking truck! Nicely done.

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What is the offset on your wheels? Are you running spacers? And are you only running the 2.5 level? Sharp looking truck! Nicely done.

 

-44 offset, no spacers, and yes only a 2.5" level. Thank you sir, love the stance, hate the trimming and reduced turning radius lol.

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Picked mine up two weeks ago, and absolutely love it. Just got my Rough Country 2" in the mail, bed rug is on order, and tint and Access cover to come.

 

 

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2014 Silverado Z71

9" Mcgaughys Suspension Lift

22x12 American Force Blades

35x12.50x22 Toyo MT

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2014 Silverado Z71

9" Mcgaughys Suspension Lift

22x12 American Force Blades

35x12.50x22 Toyo MT

 

Curious... does your lift/tire combo allow you to make it over that obstacle or would you still get high centered? Looking good!

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my new addition, tradded in my 2007 NBS with 6l for this. i LOVE this truck.

 

it has running boards, the bow tie fiberglass mud flaps, gm hard tanneu and spray in box liner.

 

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my first mod since i got it

 

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Whats that 326 stands for?

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Curious... does your lift/tire combo allow you to make it over that obstacle or would you still get high centered? Looking good!

I didn't really try because there was a tree in front of me out of the picture. But I'd imagine I would get high centered. When I go back home I'll try it out because now I'm curious.

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