Got A Crew Cab....newbie

[xccelagator]

My wife and I purchased a 08 Crew Cab 4x4 this pass week. BTW, Yes it is her truck.....darn it. I looked high and low for 3 months the Silverado shined in features and safety. The one option I would have liked is the remote start. I beleive I need the new fobs and the module for this? Also has anyone done this?

 

Dan

[VMax2007]

My wife and I purchased a 08 Crew Cab 4x4 this pass week. BTW, Yes it is her truck.....darn it. I looked high and low for 3 months the Silverado shined in features and safety. The one option I would have liked is the remote start. I beleive I need the new fobs and the module for this? Also has anyone done this?

 

Dan

 

I ordered my truck, but didn't want the conv pkg which included power adj pedals and rear park assist. So I had the dealer add the remote starter for $262 installed. It had the remote prep pkg from the factory.

[xccelagator]

Thanks Vmax! I have the LT1 package and I believe the window sticker said Remote prep. Nice to know the it is fairly cheap compared to aftermarket ones.

 

Dan

[shedberg]

Congrats on your purchase... now do the right thing and post some pictures of it.

[pwall]

Welcome to

[Jaredkm]

If you need it, you could get way more range and 2 way function with a aftermarket one. If your vehice is always close, then its not a big deal, just go with the GM one.

[jcn7vc]

I ordered my truck...

How long did it take to order your truck? Does it go all the way to the factory or is it more like searching for stuff that was already produced?

[VMax2007]

I ordered my truck...

How long did it take to order your truck? Does it go all the way to the factory or is it more like searching for stuff that was already produced?

 

 

Factory order. Built to my build sheet. Ordered it on Jan 22nd 2007 (first day GMC Sierra's were orderable with the 6.0). It was built on Feb 22nd or 23rd and I received it March 10th. Dealer dealt at invoice right from the build sheet and I got all rebates/incentives that were available at time of delivery. which was $2000 (two $1000 cash back deals) and 0% for 36 months.

[pwall]

If you need it, you could get way more range and 2 way function with a aftermarket one. If your vehice is always close, then its not a big deal, just go with the GM one.

I have an aftermarket unit in my truck...it's labelled as 'ProStart' from Canadian Tire, but I've seen them in many other places under different names.

Anyways, it's a 2way remote so I know when the truck starts, or the doors are locked etc. And it will work from approximately 2000-3000 feet away! That's great when it's -30c outside and you're at work and can't see the truck in the parking lot from where you sit.