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Hi everyone, i just recently purchased a 02 Silverado LS w/5.3, and a buddy of mine bought the same one with me just a 4.8 so we're pretty much in the same boat.  I'm trying to do some research on a few parts me and him are interested in getting and i was wondering if you guys could point me out in the right direction, as to what brand to choose, and pro's/con's, etc.. etc...

 

I'd like to find out what different grills are made for Silverado's,

Any suggestions on clear corner lights under a headlight? Perhaps a brand that most people go with.. i.e. in honda scene all that crapy plastic is made in taiwan in mass production and after the first rain its all fogged up looking like crap so you're better off staying with stock ones.

Also, what type of lift kit would you guys suggest? Btw, both trucks are 2WD. Well, thats pretty much it.. just a few things to keep it simple.. hope you guys could help us out..

 

Thanks in advance, i'm looking forward to posting in this forum.

Shaners Senior Enthusiast

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I haven't done any mods to my truck like you are describing, but alot of guys in here have done what you want so maybe than can help...

 

BTW, Welcome to the forum, and enjoy yourself!!!  There are alot of great people here!!!  :D

Stepside Z Senior Enthusiast

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Welcome to the forum. I changed my grill for a Tahoe grill as well installed clear corners. Sorry I cannot remember where I got the clear corners from. I will try to find it.

Kania2k1 Senior Enthusiast

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I got my clear corners from California Car Cover Company.  That and a couple other things.  The get a little water in them if I hold the hose to them too long when I'm washing it, but other than that they are find.  

 

As far as the lift, I believe that Fabtech is one of the leading 2wd lift kit companies, not really sure though.  Haven't lifted mine yet, and it's a 4wd, so I haven't paid attention to the 2wd's.

 

Good luck on your mods.  My brother has a 99 with the 4.8, and other than that, our trucks are almost identical.  I can notice a difference sometimes between the 2 truck's power when I ride in his.

hybrid_eg Enthusiast

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guys thanks for the replies.. i will look into the clear corners to go with a set of HID's i got, at least they are an inexpensive mods for now until i save up the rest for my lift kit.. honestly i bought this truck for comfort.. i couldnt afford a 4wd so i didnt bother.. pretty much something for a street because i'm sick of lowered cars.. been hassling with that for past 6yrs.. and quite frankly i really do enjoy sitting high off the ground.. it really makes me wonder how it will be with when its 9" higher  :D I absolutely love this truck its so damn comfy.. yet the R6 is there to satisfy the speed factor. I'm kinda dissapointed that i havent saved up any cash to buy a few things for it, but i guess i'll just have to take my time. *Really need a bedliner so that i can try and load up my bike on the bed and see how it fits* Once i get some mods, i'll post some pics for you guys, again thanks for the replies..

 

cheers!

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