New member with new 2016 Sierra

[Aubie_01]

Long time lurker, first time posting. Recently traded my '09 Sierra on a 2016 version. Some specs:

 

SLT Crew Z71 4x4

5.3L w/ 8speed

3.42 diff w/ G80 locker

20" polished aluminum wheels

Onyx black w/ black interior

 

My '09 was a good truck and there is always some sadness on my part when trading in an old faithful rig. Having said that the 2016 is way beyond the GMT900. The more I drive this new one the more I like it and I really liked it when I took delivery.

 

A few observations:

 

- The headlights on this thing are terrific. I know that was a concern with the '14&15 but GM really nailed it with these LED lights.

- I really like the electric assist power steering

- Apple CarPlay is a really neat feature. The graphics seems overly simplistic compared to GM's standard screen but it is very easy to use.

- I really like how they have done the park assist sensors on the 2016 compared to my old truck. Very handy.

- Lane assist can be a hoot. It and crash avoidance seem to be obviously aimed at distracted driving / texting.

- The LED dome lights seem a little dim compared to my old truck. I will be doing the footwell LED light mod soon.

 

A few questions:

 

- Does anyone make real metal interior door pulls / handles for these trucks? The stock ones feel cheap to me.

- Has anyone upgraded the rear seat console area? My '09 had rear radio controls at least. The back of this console is nothing but 2 holes and a single plug.

- Anyone running the Amp plug and play PowerSteps? How hard was installation? I am about to ditch the stock chrome bars and install some Amps.

- I have never owned a black vehicle so I assume I am in for a world of pain to keep this thing looking good?

 

If anyone has any questions about the new trucks just ask and I will answer as best I can.

 

[tmoneyr007]

Truck looks fantastic, any other pictures?

[Hamm20132]

Nice truck!

 

 

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[Aubie_01]

Thanks for the compliments. I don't really have any other good pictures yet but the shot below does show the new LED taillights in action:

 

[muddkatt]

 

20" polished aluminum wheels

Onyx black w/ black interior

 

 

A few questions:

 

 

- I have never owned a black vehicle so I assume I am in for a world of pain to keep this thing looking good?

 

 

 

I will answer one question..YES its a pain to keep clean.

 

Here is a good thread to read: http://www.gm-trucks.com/forums/topic/180270-truck-washing/

 

Nice truck!!!! and welcome to the forum.

[Tattooo]

Beautiful truck....congrats....I picked up a 16 All terrain SLT last month & agree with you about the lights 100%

[ShotgunZ71]

Pretty truck! Enjoy your new wheels and welcome to the site!

 

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[Vic15]

Very sharp, Congrats!

[ZXTOM]

Very nice, Black looks awesome but a pain to keep clean!

 

I have had black cars before and I would wax it once a week to keep it looking great. It sure dos look good though!

[f8l vnm]

Beautiful truck. More pics please. Yes rear lack of amenities is a joke

[rshad]

Nice truck, Congrats on the purchase.

As for keeping Black looking good, as far as I am concerned it is no different then any other color if taken care of properly.
I use nothing but Adams products and they are fantastic. You can get a lot of info by watching there video's or going to there forum. Ask any question you want on the forum and someone will give you a quick answer.

As you can see by my avitar picture I have had two black trucks. The one on the bottom is three years old but now I have the new truck on top.

 

http://adamspolishes.com/

 

http://www.adamsforums.com/index.php?app=forums

 

[Zembonez]

Nice!

[2018GMC]

Welcome and congratulations

[J-man67]

Congrats! Now enjoy!

[slj2008]

welcome