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RyanZ71 Senior Enthusiast

RyanZ71

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This is one smoooth truck and being the first vehicle I have purchased new, I am very happy with it. Definitly a noticable power difference between the old 280HP 5.3L from my 99, and the new 315?HP on the 07. I forgot what a smooth shifting tranny was until I drove this thing! The black looks awesome, but dang it is hard to keep clean!

 

Problem areas:

 

1. OnStar- its going in monday to another GMC dealer to fix the OnStar system, it was not programmed correctly.

 

2. Popping noises from the Exhaust- the thing pops and pops and pops. Not backfire, but the metal on the muffler once it gets hot? What the hell? Did they use cheap sheetmetal for an exhaust system?

 

3. The plastic trim around the bottom of the doors is easy to scuff when getting in and out of the truck.

 

4. The Key FOB bangs against the steering wheel coloum too loud, its constant tap tap tap with the roads around here. Thinking about putting some soft rubber on the coloum to absorb the sound better.

 

5. I should have gotton a Flex Engine!

 

6. Plastic trim on the front lower bumper is lower to the ground then I would like.. hope this will not turn out to be a problem when I go driving with 2-3ft of snow on the ground, was able to get around rather well with my 99

 

7. Who the hell designed the 4WD switch and why is there not a larger 4WD mode light on the thing that tells you when it is in 4WD!? I'm looking at some little light on the round switch that is smaller then the tip of a pencil!

 

What I love most about it:

 

1. The looks, GMC looks much cleaner and more aggressive then the Silverado

2. The Engine- It may not be some silly 360HP Tundra or Titan, but its going to be a heck of alot more reliable then those.

3. People stop and look at the truck, and other truck owners (most noticbly new Dodge Ram drivers are not passing me but instead staying behind or to the side, getting a good look at the truck

4. The inside dash cluster- GM really did a wing ding job on it, it does not have that "Cheap" look to it like on the NBS from 99 - 2007

5. I love the "new truck" smell!

punmax Senior Enthusiast

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Glad you like your GMC man. I just got a new Silverado also. Love it to the MAX :thumbs: You got any pics bro?

Ranger Senior Enthusiast

Ranger

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4. The Key FOB bangs against the steering wheel coloum too loud, its constant tap tap tap with the roads around here. Thinking about putting some soft rubber on the coloum to absorb the sound better.

 

Yeah, the key thing has bothered for a while...Did it worse on my 2500HD especially with my full set of keys on it, constantly slapping the dash so now I just take the key off the ring when I'm going further than around my driveway.

rogerf Enthusiast

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Problem areas:

3. The plastic trim around the bottom of the doors is easy to scuff when getting in and out of the truck.

 

7. Who the hell designed the 4WD switch and why is there not a larger 4WD mode light on the thing that tells you when it is in 4WD!? I'm looking at some little light on the round switch that is smaller then the tip of a pencil!

On #3: I found the issue with snagging the plastic trim on the door bottom became a non-issue after installing steps. Might just be an age thing but steps help alot getting into this truck. One thing I don't like on this body design is the lower lip of the doors are not protected from road splash. I can see this inverted "V" seal & 1-inch gap packing with salty slush and eventually being a corrosion prone area. Would prefer nerf bars but went with Luverne stainless steel steps to protect this area.

 

On #7: Sooo, I'm not the only one going blind. My sister told me bi-focals with fix this problem. Guess the positive thing is you shouldn't have to mess with the switch too much with an auto-trac transfer case.

 

Hope you enjoy your new truck as much as I do mine.

MS3DALE Senior Enthusiast

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The key thing annoys me also,I tried some soft material around the column and dash area were it was hitting,Didn't work,The rest of my keys would bang and annoy the hell outta me,I ended up buying a duel key ring with one of those "quick-release" things that allow you to separate the two halves,That way the key is all by itself in the ignition cylinder and I lay the rest of my keys in the center console while I'm driving.

(I had the same issue with my GMT800 trucks but the soft material around the column/dash worked)

 

 

I can help with problem #2,Theres a bulletin from GM....

 

 

Subject: Exhaust Popping/Snapping Noise When Vehicle is Hot, at Idle or Immediately After Vehicle is Shut Off (Replace Straps on Muffler Heat Shield) #07-06-05-001 - (03/05/2007)

 

 

 

Models:

2007 Chevrolet Silverado (New Body Style)

 

2007 GMC Sierra (New Body Style)

 

Condition:

Some customers may comment on a popping/snapping noise from underneath the vehicle at idle or immediately after the vehicle is shut off. Some popping/snapping noise from the exhaust system during cool down is a normal condition.

 

The noise may be intermittent depending on the outside temperature and or temperature of the exhaust system at the time of testing.

 

Cause:

As the exhaust system warms and cools, the muffler and the muffler heat shield expand and contract at different rates. The straps currently used to hold the exhaust shield in place may not be crimped tight enough to stop the muffler heat shield from moving.

 

Correction:

Replace the straps on the muffler heat shield.

 

Parts Information:

Part Number: 10391259

Description:Strap,Exhaust Heat Shield

Qty:3

 

 

Warranty Information:

For vehicles repaired under warranty, use:

 

Labor Operation

Description

Labor Time

 

L9712*

Strap, Muffler Heat Shield - Replace

0.3 hr

 

*This is a unique labor operation number for bulletin use only. This number will not published in the Labor Time Guide.

 

 

 

 

GM bulletins are intended for use by professional technicians, NOT a "do-it-yourselfer". They are written to inform these technicians of conditions that may occur on some vehicles, or to provide information that could assist in the proper service of a vehicle. Properly trained technicians have the equipment, tools, safety instructions, and know-how to do a job properly and safely. If a condition is described, DO NOT assume that the bulletin applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle will have that condition. See your GM dealer for information on whether your vehicle may benefit from the information.

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hubbycap Senior Enthusiast

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2. Popping noises from the Exhaust- the thing pops and pops and pops. Not backfire, but the metal on the muffler once it gets hot? What the hell? Did they use cheap sheetmetal for an exhaust system?

 

6. Plastic trim on the front lower bumper is lower to the ground then I would like.. hope this will not turn out to be a problem when I go driving with 2-3ft of snow on the ground, was able to get around rather well with my 99

 

5. I love the "new truck" smell!

 

 

2. Exhaust system is heavily heat shielded. It bothered me at first cause I hadn't heard cool down popping like that since the family '55 Buick. I like that it keeps the bed floor from getting hot and I really don't notice it anymore.

 

6. I thought that lower valence was a little too low myself. Snow not a problem in the South but I was on I-75 a couple of weeks ago and was forced to straddle a complete semi-tractor tire (known as a "road gator") in the road. I knew it was going to tear that trim off, it cleared it handily.

 

5. 'Til this GMT900 I haven't bought a new vehicle since the '80s and the rarified atmosphere of new vinyl, rubber, paint, and fabric is intoxicating. :thumbs:

NathanL Enthusiast

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I added a piece of the fuzzy side of velcro for the key fob bounce. You can get it in several colors at craft stores. Alcohol swab the place before you stick it and it should stay for a while. When it falls off just put another piece. Did this on several other trucks and they would last on average of a year.

 

My S-10 had a factory rubber piece just for this, dunno why they didn't do it again (Ok really I know - because it cost 0.50 in parts and $5.00 in labor to install...)

MS3DALE Senior Enthusiast

MS3DALE

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I added a piece of the fuzzy side of velcro for the key fob bounce. You can get it in several colors at craft stores. Alcohol swab the place before you stick it and it should stay for a while. When it falls off just put another piece. Did this on several other trucks and they would last on average of a year.

 

My S-10 had a factory rubber piece just for this, dunno why they didn't do it again (Ok really I know - because it cost 0.50 in parts and $5.00 in labor to install...)

 

 

Yep,Thats exactly what I used,But it wouldn't help keep my other keys from bouncing around and annoying the living hell outta me!!! :thumbs:

fbachman Senior Enthusiast

fbachman

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5. 'Til this GMT900 I haven't bought a new vehicle since the '80s and the rarified atmosphere of new vinyl, rubber, paint, and fabric is intoxicating. :thumbs:

 

 

.....

 

 

Yeah... nothing like the smell of formaldyhyde in the morning..... :cheers:

asilverblazer Senior Enthusiast

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Ryan, we share many of the same sentiments, for the new truck.

 

The new 5.3 is a world better than the older engine. I don't regret not having a 6.0 at least. What color is your interior? I have the ebony because I was afraid the light grey or tan would scuff bad on the doors. The 4wd knob is a little obscure and hidden, I wish the indicator for 4wd was bigger/brighter. At least the airdam is easy to remove, mine is off, I crunched it twice in the first month. It is also really flexible, so I don't think it will get torn as easy.

 

I like the interior for looks, but it is still just hard plastic, I wish we could get something a little more 'supple' or 'rich' textured, rather than the 'hollow' feeling plastic. All the surfaces feel real 'hard'...

NathanL Enthusiast

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I guess it depends on your height or where you sit in the truck etc..but I can't even see the indicator light on the 4wd knob. It's hidden behind the steering wheel and partially the gear shift.

 

I prefer a manual shift transfer case but .... anyway a light on the dash would be nice similar to cruise or something.

 

I noticed on the LTZ trim it's moved to the left side of the steering wheel, not sure if it would be more visible there or not as I haven't set in one with it.

ujtruck Enthusiast

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[3. The plastic trim around the bottom of the doors is easy to scuff when getting in and out of the truck.]

 

 

Everytime I see my plastic trim - I hit them, now my plam is Red... :crackup:

Eddie 70 Senior Enthusiast

Eddie 70

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[3. The plastic trim around the bottom of the doors is easy to scuff when getting in and out of the truck.]

 

 

Everytime I see my plastic trim - I hit them, now my plam is Red... :crackup:

 

 

I looked at the same 07 for the last two weekends on Sunday while the dealership was closed. I really like the trucks. I guess this weekend I may go up there and see what kind of money we can talk about. I really like the new GMC trucks. Glad to hear everyone is happy with their trucks.

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