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Has anybody tried new exhaust or even a supercharger yet?
After many problems trying to get Catch-All's for my 2001 Yukon XL Denali, I ended up holding the bag with floor mats for a Yukon/Tahoe (long story!).
I have a rear cargo mat (w/3rd seat) for a 2000+ Yukon/Tahoe in gray.
http://www.mats4less.com/catpremfloor56.html
I also have a 2nd row mat for a 2000+ Yukon/Tahoe in gray.
http://www.mats4less.com/catpremfloor55.html
They are both new and in the original box. If need either of them, send me an email and an offer.
bill_fences@yahoo.com
Thanks, Dave
The supercharger is a good idea, limited investment and a decent amount of performance, if u can find someone that can do the job right.
Lingenfelter can do it, but he comes pricey. He built me an engine for my 90 vette, which I still own and drive.
There is a dealer in Arizona that supercharges the Yukon'S. I will try to get the name of the dealer and post same.
By the way, Nifty exchanged my mat, no questions asked.
P.S. The best price I am being quoted in Canada for a Denali XL (2nd row buckets, no sunroof) is C$57,236 + taxes (C$1,300 over invoice). US$37k.
I would wait on any consideration on transferring the stereo for a lot of reasons. The volume, mute, radio and CD change controls are duplicated on the steering wheel which could be complicated. The in-dash 6 Changer CD player is also integrated into the 240 watt Bose sounds system that the DXL comes with and finally On-Star is also integrated into the radio. A very complex environment.
Most importantly the sound system sounds tremendous and I think after you hear it you'll have no desire to swap it out.
The variable volume does not work, the radio does not remember where it left off after using the CD player and turning same off, it defaults to the radio, which it shouldn't do. Let's see if that fixes the system.
I don't want to sound snooty at all. I've been into high-end home stereo for years and I think you'll agree that once you are accustomed to a certain level of quality, it is hard to go back. I think it is just a matter of education about what is available.
FYI since you are considering a DXL you might want to look into the aftermarket sunroof versus the factory. You lose rear climate control with the factory unit and the aftermarket unit I purchased and had installed through the dealer was the same unit GM uses from ASC. Consequently you get the factory sunroof plus rear climate control when you order a DXL w/o a sunroof and have it installed aftermarket.
It also comes with one-touch close and open features and an auto-close feature 10 seconds after the ignition is turned off. None of these features are available with the factory unit.
This weekend, I did find something unusual with the CD changer. Every time I placed a cell call through the Onstar system (with radio/cd changer in the off position), the indicator light on the CD changer select button # 1 illuminated and stayed illuminated until the call was terminated. I related this to the service manager with the hopes it will shed some additional light on this annoying problem, if relevant.
The engine is loud, especially when cold. It seems to quite down once it warms up a bit.
As for the oil leak, I have not experienced that problem yet, maybe soon, I will let u know.
Thanks
Lalane
Thanks for your input, I feel alot better now.
Lalane
lalane, I use 87 octane.
Thanks debster72
The AWD is definitely better unless you're doing some serious off-roading as you will not have a low 4wd in the Denali. In my previous Sub I never used the low 4wd in the 130K miles I owned it and figured it wasn't going to be a significant loss.
The Bose sounds great, tho I have had trouble with the Radio. It has been replaced twice.
The unit in my vehicle, does not remember where it was turned off, defaults to the radio when i am listening to a cd, which it shouldn't, and the Auto Volume does not work. Another radio was ordered and should be in next week. I will keep u posted. Other than some minor parts falling off, i love the truck. It's as quiet, and rides as well, as a luxury car. I get no wind noise like i did in my 1999 Tahoe and it is responsive when necessary.
If GM would only spend more time putting it together correctly.
Regarding the 2002 Denali's. U will probably see the backup warning system, turn signals in the mirrors, dual controls for the front heating and air conditioning. Maybe more choices in color. I don't think there will be any major changes. How do i know this you ask? Well it's mostly guessing. I looked at the new Envoy and it had the previously mentioned accessories, so I fiqured the new Denali would also have some of the same stuff.....Let's see if I am right..
Debster 72
U should check with the dealer about the sunroof, they may be offering it with the climate controls now, not sure...
I would definitely wait for the 2002, they will be out in about 6 weeks. If u buy the 2001, the vehicle is one year old before u get it out the door. If u keep a vehicle 6 or 7 years, it probably doesn't matter, but it seems that you don't keep them long at all..
I have an aftermarket sunroof and it is every bit as good as the factory installed unit. Tho the aftermarket unit is more costly than the factory, I believe it is worth the money to keep the climate control.
You'll pay about $200 more aftermarket but I think you'll be much more satisfied with the features. On top of the features you'll also get rear climate control with the aftermarket which the factory will automatically downgrade to manual when the sunroof is installed at the factory.
I've have been extremely satisifed with the '01 DXL and the aftermarket sunroof. Also if you can get a 2002 for $500 over factory invoice don't hesitate and place your order, that's a fair price. If you're interested in reading more about the ASC sunroof check out the following link:
<http://www.ascglobal.com/aftermarket/venting.htm>
I have a 2001 Denali and will be trading up to the 2002 , and the ony thing that i would want in this one IS the Turn Signals incorporated into the mirrors like on the Envoy so are you for sure that is what GMC is doing ?? where did ya hear that ??? ok thanks a bunch !
Happy Denali Owner,
Paul
Is your 12 month lease up?
Larry91 said he was "guessing" about the 2002 changes, but they don't sound too far off. You must have been skimming
debster72,
No one mentioned that there is a 45Hp (16%) increase going from your 2000 to the new 2002. This can help out in the absence of a 4-Low, but definitely will not replace it. I had a 93 Grand Cherokee for eight years before my XLDenali, and I spent several vacations 4-Wheeling down in Moab UT.
My new ride will never take me too far off road, but this should be obvious to anyone here. It did however impress me this winter on some ice covered highways between Idaho and Utah. I witnessed 13 cars/trucks off the freeway in a 40 miles stretch. I was picking up my XLD in February, and had only 600 miles on the odometer, and was passing everything on the road. After driving my AWD Jeep (with 4-Low) for 8 years, I really thought it would be hard to replace, but the GMC AWD system really does work well. By the way, the ratio of power is not fixed "all the time" at 38F/62R as stated by larry91. The system applies the torque where it's needed.
Dave
Apples and Oranges.... You can not directly compare the sound system in a LARGE sport ute to a small sedan! A larger cabin is much harder to design a quality sound system for. Exactly how many other LARGE sport utes did you compare your Denali's system to? I would guess a big doughnut! Try "driving" an Excursion at highway speeds and then compare the systems.
My second vehicle is a Lexus GS300, and it sounds incredible, but it doesn't have the challenge of competing with a 6.0 Liter V-8 and 275/17 tires! Better yet, go drive a Ford Taurus and delight your ears
Dave
I compared the steering wheel 'controls' to my Bimmer if that's what you meant by the small sedan...We agree that a direct comparison between two different classes of vehicles doesn't do much good.
BTW- The Lexus' sound is sweet isn't it? Do you have, or do they offer, the Nakamichi option in it? Our 99 LS400 has it and it is INCREDIBLE!
I agree the ratio is not fixed, poor wording. However under normal driving circumstances, on clear roads, i believe the ratio remains at F38 / R62. If that is not correct, then i misunderstood the specs i read and will go back and read them again.
Thanks
Larry91
The mechanic removed the switch and after identifying all the connections reversed the controls so that the inflate and deflate for the lumbar and bolsters were opposite from the factory set-up. Unfortunately the switch cannot simply be flipped upside down. It can only be reversed by opening up the switch and flipping the four wire connections. (Be careful if you try to do it yourself as the mechanic shorted out the switch by connecting the wrong wires and needed to take a switch from another vehicle.)
Since I am 6"3", I have kept the seat fully deflated. Now that the controls are reversed, when my leg strikes the controls on exit, it will only attempt to deflate and since it is already fully deflated the seat adjustment will not change. This switch adjustment has definitely resolved the issue for my situation, while allowing my wife and other drivers to still make adjustments for their own comfort.
This change should be helpful to larger guys that are more likely to inadvertently activate the switch on exit and entry. I don't believe this is an issue for smaller drivers since their weight will not make the switch susceptible to activation on entry and exit.
- More efficient starter for Vortec 6000 V8 engine
- More durable steering gear housing
- New anchorage system for system for rear child seats - LATCH
That's it..................
- More efficient starter for Vortec 6000 V8 engine
- More durable steering gear housing
- New anchorage system for system for rear child seats - LATCH
That's it..................
The Independent Shop "May Not" be as cooperative in getting your problem resolved, and i believe they work by trial and error much of the time, and u pay for it, that can get real costly FAST
I just think u have a little more leverage with the dealer.
Personally, i will take my chances with the dealer, tho not always satisified, i personally feel more comfortable in that situation.
Drew
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Debster72
Don't I repeat, Don't worry about having aftermarket sunroofs installed. What I did was let the dealer sub it out, most have the same or better warranty, and by letting the dealer handle the installation, they are responsible for it. These guys are pro's and know what they are doing, but, once again, let the dealer handle the subcontracting to a shop they trust.
The factory does not install the sunroofs themselves, they also subcontract the installation out to speciality shops.
I have always had sunroofs installed aftermarket, under dealer supervision and have NEVER had a problem. The ultimate decision rests with u, and u are the one that has to be comfortable...
Regarding the new 2002 Denali options. I feel the GM people are poor marketers and are not in touch with what the people want on their vehicles, they don't care, I am not a General Motors fan. Ford has had the backup warning system on the Excursion since it was introduced, why GM can't keep up is a mystery to me.GM put the backup warning system on the Buick and several other cars,but not the Denali, go fiqure?
Unfortunately, I have not read a review favorable to the Excursion, so i don't think one is in my future.
Maybe since Lutz is going over to GM they will start developing some more modern vehicles.
On the other hand, you'll get a lifetime warranty with the aftermarket ASC versus the 36 month on the factory sunroof. Have the install done through the dealer and they will take full responsibility for any issues.
While the rear climate control may not be too big a deal (although I definitely wanted it), you will not regret the convenience of auto close in the aftermarket. This features ensures you'll never leave the roof inadvertently open in bad weather. Unfortunately the GM lawyers I suspect eliminated this electronic feature from the factory sunroof. For this reason alone I would have selected the aftermarket over the Factory.
The headliner will look no different from the factory and in fact the material they cut out is used for the slide cover, when you prefer to block out the sunroof, just like the factory. You'll also much appreciate the one-touch close and open that is not available from the factory.
I was equally nervous but others on this forum convinced me to go for it and I have absolutely no regrets. My comments are in appreciation for those that convinced me.
These improvements would definitely move the truck up a notch because as it stands the auto climate controls are pretty cheesy for what you are paying, and the steering wheel is ugly as sin.... skinny, large, and ugly. Time will tell.
Thanks again, debster72