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I'm looking at buying a used 00-02 GMC Sierra Ext Cab with all the goodies (SLT package, z-71, etc). Hoping for less that 50k miles. What problems should i look out for when i check them out? Also, what other GMC/Chevy truck forums are out there?

sjspor Enthusiast

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The first is obvious, start it when it's ice cold, so you can judge the engine knock, make sure the tail gate cables are'nt ready to break, that the 4wd drive works, make sure your slip yoke is ok, feel for slap when you step on the gas, the latch holding the hood is'nt all ready rusted where it mounts to the hood, make sure the parking brake works,

bring a scan tool to check for codes and make sure you get really good tow insurance.

 

40-45K the truck will be needing brakes, now I've heard some of these guys getting huge milage out of the brakes, but all 4 wheels were ready at 47k on mine, with one pad on the back hitting the sensor. The pads alone will set you back about 150 bucks, and all 4 rotors will need to be cut, mine all had a ridge where the pad did'nt ride, so they looked like wide u's. The backs just barely made it, and there 100 bucks each.

 

Next brake job will be padd and rotors, unless by some miracle someone steals the truck.

TROYROBO Senior Enthusiast

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jma4--don't let sjspor scare you------i have over 80000 trouble free miles on my truck--yes it is a 2wd but still on all original equipment such as brakes,coolant rotors, trans fluid--the only thing replaced so far is tires----i do regular maintenance myself--always checking everything--yes i will be doing major fluid replacement at 100000 when it gets time too--but i drive mine like i stole it every day--no knocks or rattles--so lets say i have been very lucky or i have gotten one of the best trucks ever to come down the assembly line--i give gmc a big :thumbs::puke::lol: ---but that is my own personal opinion :D

Nick2000Gmc Enthusiast

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What to look for hmmm, how about what I have done.

 

Well my truck is a 2000 5.3l extended all the goodies 80,000 KM ( not miles)

 

So what have i done.

 

1. Transfer case ( Owner error ) Previous owner cracked outer magnesium case, covered under warranty.

 

2. Hmm Major Accident ( *hole with bald tires and no brains fault)

 

3. had switch for 4 wheel drive go ) $80 ( warranty )

 

4. Brakes ( Front ) NEVER TURN A ROTOR ( YOUR JUST WASTING YOUR TIME)

 

Nothing else I can think of, I drive mine fair I guess, I squeel a little, I speed a little. But to tell ya the truth it seems tough as nails. Mine knocks a little, but a lot of cars do that when cold ( -30 Celcius will do these things) I would also check trainy fluid and engine oil. check the suicide doors as well ( if there hard to get to latch they need adjustment or they may be bent.

 

GOOD LUCK WITH YOU NEW TRUCK ( IF YOUR LIKE ME YOUR ALREADY DRIVING IT )

 

By the way someone should make a GM-TRUCKS.COM STICKER

Worktruck Enthusiast

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By the way someone should make a GM-TRUCKS.COM STICKER

Look at the links to the left. The one that says click here for decals. I ordered mine last week. Don't know what took so me long.

gmcjoe Senior Enthusiast

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I replaced my brake pads at 80K miles, I'm not exactly easy on them either :D

I agree, the rotors on these new trucks are not meant to be cut or turned. GM guys who write the service manuals, Dealer techs as well as my parts guys have told me the same thing.

 

Check the gas gauge, the 99-00 trucks have a common problem with the sending units going bad causing a fluxuating gauge reading.

 

ABS sensors go out too, check that.

 

As far as the tailgate cables and other incidentals, those are items to consider when buying ANY used vehicle IMO.

 

These are the best generation FS trucks GM has produced IMO, I've owned a few :cool:

 

Checkout http://www.fullsizechevy.com if you are looking for other Full Size GM truck sites.

 

Good Luck!!

 

Joe

stlmaj Enthusiast

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NEVER TURN A ROTOR ( YOUR JUST WASTING YOUR TIME)

Why not? I have always had mine turned about every other brake job or whenever I felt they needed it... You just have to make sure you haven't turned them past the MIN thickness!

 

If you replace yours at every brake job would you like to sell some of your old rotors? Just kidding LOL!!

 

Matt

MCourson Senior Enthusiast

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Checkout http://www.fullsizechevy.com if you are looking for other Full Size GM truck sites.

That site is ok but this one is better IMO :cool:

FSC is good but too slow for me. I like the people here on GM-TC better (though its probably because I know them better). There is also pickuptruck.com but to be honest, due to the maturity level of some members there I will never return.

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