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From 1500 TB (RIP) to 2500 High country build

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Hey guys, What’s up?! I’m new to the 2500HD world, I used to own a 2019 trail boss,  got totaled a few weeks ago ? and now own a 2020 Chevy Silverado 2500HD High Country Diesel. Oh boy I’m broke now but VERY satisfy with the big upgrade ?. 

 

Im doing some things on it this week.  Xpel on entire truck (just like on previous), installing N-FAB textured black (took them off my 1500 and yes they fit the 2500 like a glove), 35”/37” tires on stock wheels and Opti coat ?. Oh boy Im going to be super broke now lol

 

 

Picture of my old bae ??

 

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10 hours ago, jjackkrash said:

That is so much more truck.  Congrats on the DMax.  

 

 

I  keep thinking the same every time I see it lol

 

NFAB running boards are on fit like glove just like on 1500 

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Looking good. It looks identical to my 3500 High Country except for your new running boards. I have the roll-up Chevy tonneau cover installed on mine along with tinted front windows, the bug deflector,  & a blacked-out Chevy logo. Working on getting the bumper wrapped with a clear bra to protect the front end; my 2011 Denali HD I traded in had a really beat-up bumper (rock chips).
 

Regards,

       Brett

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damn that sucks, and damn you really went all out.....20k difference in price I bet

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I’m interested in knowing a little more about interchanging the side steps/running boards. I am making the same trade (TB to 3500) but assumed the side steps (4” tube bars) wouldn’t fit since the frames are different. It appears from your experience this swap will work?? Thanks!

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On 8/29/2020 at 2:28 PM, TrailBoss1 said:

I’m interested in knowing a little more about interchanging the side steps/running boards. I am making the same trade (TB to 3500) but assumed the side steps (4” tube bars) wouldn’t fit since the frames are different. It appears from your experience this swap will work?? Thanks!

I just put steps on my 2500 hd. A lot of the aftermarket were listed for 1500 as well as 25/3500. They mount to the rocker and it appears the GM kept that part the same. Factory I am told there is a difference in how low they hang below the body. Other than that those are even interchangeable 

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