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Red Hot Z71 Chevy Colorado Build


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Wanted to share my build so far on my Red Hot Z71 Chevy Colorado. It looks totally different than the day I drove it off the dealership lot with just some very subtle mods. Some of the mods I was able to get my dealership to throw in for free with the purchase of my truck.

 

1. Rough Country 2 inch level

2. Changed to 275/70/17 BF Goodrich KO2s

3. 1.25 Bora Wheel Spacers

4. 20 Percent window tint

5. Additional emblem placement or replaced emblems

 

Future Mods

 

1. Refinish wheels/rims to a satin polished silver color

2. Spray in bed liner

3. Thinking about changing my level to a Pro Comp 2.5 inch level combo for additional clearance.

4. Currently open to advice and suggestions from anyone to any other good looking mods

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Looks like a nimble litte mountain goat! I wouldn't change much more besides piling on the miles and mud/dirt.

 

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Much appreciated guys! I'm really enjoying the change from my Silverado and Tahoe. This truck has really filled every need I have and the best of all its versatility it offers although being called a mid sized its much larger than that but still can actually get into a parking space with comfort.

Much appreciated guys! I'm really enjoying the change from my Silverado and Tahoe. This truck has really filled every need I have and the best of all its versatility it offers although being called a mid sized its much larger than that but still can actually get into a parking space with comfort.

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Much appreciated guys! I'm really enjoying the change from my Silverado and Tahoe. This truck has really filled every need I have and the best of all its versatility it offers although being called a mid sized its much larger than that but still can actually get into a parking space with comfort.

Much appreciated guys! I'm really enjoying the change from my Silverado and Tahoe. This truck has really filled every need I have and the best of all its versatility it offers although being called a mid sized its much larger than that but still can actually get into a parking space with comfort.

You getting decent mpg in the Colorado??

 

 

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Not bad at all. It's worse now with the 275s but still getting around 18 to 20 around town.

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I couldn't edit my original post but forgot to add that I removed the bottom air dam. Gave the truck a cleaner look and visually more appearance of height due to the air dam hanging down so low.

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Just added some interior changes to my Z71 that goes along with my build. Had this done tonight. They did a great job and looks factory. Very pleased!

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