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I thought it might be interesting to share what everyone has had done in terms of recalls, repairs and basic mods. My Sierra was a very early build so I see myself as an alpha tester, as it were:

 

Build Date: Wednesday May 22, 2013

 

Model: 2014 GMC Sierra SLT Crew Cab 4x4

 

Recalls completed: Floor mats not secured, transfer case switch to neutral (this happened to me while driving), transmission oil cooler line, exhaust components may cause fire,

 

Repairs completed: replaced chrome grille due to crease/seam in chrome (about a 2" crease, see picture), extensive frame rusting/wax coating peeling off (an incredible amount of rust, see pictures), loose drivers seat (still not fixed properly), radio reception problems in FM (jury still out on if its been fixed), reprogrammed instrument cluster (wrong peek in odometer)

 

Modifications: Replaced stock exhaust with Borla exhaust (black chrome tips) dual out rear, replaced end gate handle with chrome end gate handle, added foldable tonneau cover, low profile in-channel window visors (AVS).

 

Modifications to come: Replace stock step with N-Fab N-Durastep (completed next week), lift tires rims (spring 2015).

 

I'm taking it slow with my mods. More a factor of waiting to get what I really like and not rush the accessories market which is still really catching up for our 2014's.

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