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2017 Silverado LT a ton of mods

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Sorry guys, long post.

 

Haven't been around much lately, with engineering new equipment for mostly garment manufacturers, travelling all over, working 18 hour days.

 

Now I'm retired. Thank God 

 

For those that don't know me, you are lucky?

 

I've always modified my cars and trucks. My  son and I built many cars and trucks that have been featured vehicles at SEMA. Some sponsored by GM an Avalanche. Some from Ford, An F250 Lifted. Both of those ended up in front pages of magazines. 

 

My son decided to get a real job, and I didn't want to continue by myself, the reason I was doing it so my son could learn mechanical electrical stuff. Since he always also modified cars, vans, mini trucks, etc.

And wanted to learn from the biggest hacker in the world.

 

This is my current truck and more likely my last, so I'm enjoying to the fullest.

 

Her it goes..

 

It' a 2017 LT Graphite.

 

Mesh grille black powder coating by Grillcraft

 

2" front lift to level it. (for those complaining about the pogo stick rear end when going through bumps or whoops, this will fix it.)

 

Homelink from Mito (programable garage door opener) always on.. I hope no one breaks into my truck and gets in the garage and tries to rob old rusted bicyles, dog food, cat food, I forgot my 2002 Corvette Z06 with 30,000 miles. And my Carbonfiber Trek. ls forgot my pitbull that lives in the garage when we are not home.

 

Auto dimming rearview mirror from eBay

 

Auto dimming left side mirror glass with signals, right side mirror glass with signals out of an LTZ from Craigslist and a shifty individual.

 

Left A pillar assist handle from GM

 

5  2018 Nissan Titan SD Diesel 18" wheels and off road tires from Bulletproof Suspensions  in Mentone, CA.

 

1-1/2" hub centric and wheel centric spacers from Four Wheel Parts in Riverside, CA.

 

Cargo Bed with LED lights GM from eBay

 

Added 6 round eye load tie downs GM from eBay

 

Wired a second 5 lead trailer plug hidden behind rear bumper to install 60" brake, turn signal and reverse lights from eBay. (dont buy them from an auto parts store, I bought mine for $21 on eBay)

 

Black grille bowtie from GM - all other emblems shaved.

 

2 extra horns same as what the truck came with from eBay.

Chevy center caps shaved off in the back and glued them to the old Nissan  ones. People ask me if they are from the 2020 HD trucks. LOL I had them before GM

 

I did all the installs, including wiring like GM would put. -  All emblem removal by yours truly. 

 

1. In the works... Katskin leather seating.

2. Replace all the POS speakers, one blown already.

3. Wire my Radar Detector

 

Questions? PM

 

Ernie

previously lovecars.com

now lovecars.co

 

 

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Mike@SolerPrf Enthusiast

Mike@SolerPrf

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Ernest, looks great. No performance mods? Now is a good time to change the way your truck drives for good, and for very little too. Check this offer out.

 

 

 

lovecars Enthusiast

lovecars

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No performance mods. This is Kalifornia.

They just approved the GM cold air kit but not their competition.

I did install a K&N filter and i ordered with performance rear end gears. It burns rubber off the line, till the Nanny stops the fun.

But there's no way I can put a programmer or anything like that..

 

Don't get me going. 

 

Mike@SolerPrf Enthusiast

Mike@SolerPrf

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Ha, yes, I know.

 

This is not a programmer though, it goes behind the pedal but still inside the cabin. It doesn't change the ECM. Completely warranty safe, 15-min DIY install.

CamGTP Senior Enthusiast

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Tuning the computer doesn't change the emissions related items unless you make it do that, it could do everything you wanted it to while staying emissions compliant. Your warranty on the other hand, if you still had one would be void if the dealership found out.

3tspapat Enthusiast

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Banks CAI is CARB legal I believe. 

 

@Mike@SolerPrf can you describe how your throttle controller is different than the pedal commander? My concern is vehicles throwing codes. Thanks!

Mike@SolerPrf Enthusiast

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3 minutes ago, 3tspapat said:

Banks CAI is CARB legal I believe. 

 

@Mike@SolerPrf can you describe how your throttle controller is different than the pedal commander? My concern is vehicles throwing codes. Thanks!

Tom, they are all very similar in what they do. The differences come in the numbers of settings/modes, geometry/size, colors, etc. You should have no concerns about codes. While they happen, and no brand is immune to them, you shouldn't be concerned about that for we will either refund you (including prepaid shipping label) or replace it right away. The problem is not endemic of the parts or the car and part compatibility, they are simply quality escapes or installation errors. They happen, as with anything else.

 

I can tell you that we haven't had a single CEL's issue with trucks and that most issues happen b/c folks do not follow instructions (attached for reference) or put unduly strain on the harness.

 

I don't like talking about this as if it were to be expected. But it does happen, 1/100 to give you an idea. Anyway, there is no way you can go wrong with us. It is either a part you'll love with a 1-year warranty or every single penny back to your pocket.

 

Thanks,

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3tspapat Enthusiast

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Thanks for the response Mike! Having the eAssist model means no love for tuners and performance parts. This would somewhat appease that and not break the bank!

Tim McMullen Enthusiast

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Ernest

 

That is a fine looking truck you have there.

 

In reading your mods, I see that you have installed an auto dimming rear view mirror.

 

I was thinking that it would be nice to have one of those.

 

Can you tell me what was involved with the installation of your mirror?

 

Are the wires there or did you add some wires?

 

Once installed, did you need to get the dealer to program the thing to get it to work?

 

Thanks

 

Tim

lovecars Enthusiast

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On 4/15/2020 at 8:21 PM, Tim McMullen said:

Ernest

 

That is a fine looking truck you have there.

 

In reading your mods, I see that you have installed an auto dimming rear view mirror.

 

I was thinking that it would be nice to have one of those.

 

Can you tell me what was involved with the installation of your mirror?

 

Are the wires there or did you add some wires?

 

Once installed, did you need to get the dealer to program the thing to get it to work?

 

Thanks

 

Tim

The autodimming mirror is available on ebay, you can buy any mirror that looks like it,  as far as the buttons on it. I bought mine that looks exactly like the one I took off.

 

It was a take off form some kind of buick.

 

There is no wiring on the truck for it. On the ones before I think 2014 and older they have all the wiring needed.

 

I went to upfitters website for GMupfitter.com to get the schematics, the connector part numbers are listed

 

Everything you will need, the connector pins and wiring, etc are available from  WaytekWire.com‎

 

No programming needed.

 

 

 

 

 

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Crockett88 New Member

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I bought the Amp'd throttle booster with control switch..It made my throttle come ALIVE..No horsepower gain but it feels like it..Great seat of the pants feel..

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