Chevy Silverado - Continued XII

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  • swobigswobig Member Posts: 634
    we can settle at the truck bash right?

    Washing
    I have a water softener on my whole house and soft water means less spots. I can usually let mine air dry without a problem...
  • redsilveradoredsilverado Member Posts: 1,000
    your absolutly right about cold oil changing. if
    one thinks about it, common sense tells you that
    indeed all contaminants will have dropped to the
    bottom in the overnight method. besides, whoever
    came up with the idea that oil needs to be
    changed when hot. also who mentioned that you
    should change by the number scale? that one still
    has me baffled. imagine going to your service
    department and suggesting to wait till the engine
    has cooled to #7 on the # scale. man, that outa
    make someone look reeeal thmart. besides oil
    flows almost as fast when cold as it does when
    hot right? i mean is'nt that the reason we use
    multi wieght oil anyway?

    ALSO, CRYIN' RYAN will find the culprit to his
    new name in due time. LOL

    ...red
  • ryanbabryanbab Member Posts: 7,240
    Keep your money in your wallets there will be no fighting of any kind.

    Ryan


    Red i cant wwait to find out
  • obyoneobyone Member Posts: 7,841
    who called you that name? and I thought being absentminded came with age? ;)
  • mgdvhmanmgdvhman Member Posts: 4,157
    ...who was it?...

    (I'm seeing Red)?

    No fights here.....(I don't fight foreign Truck owners...they have enough problems)

    hehhehhehehe

    .....Who's Blue Silverado do you take pictures of anyway??

    LOL

    - Tim
  • ryanbabryanbab Member Posts: 7,240
    You think thats someone elses truck? i dont even beleive it man. You doubt me??? This is disappointing

    Ryan
  • werkingwerking Member Posts: 431
    ryan...he just gotcha right back...

    kyle
  • ryanbabryanbab Member Posts: 7,240
    Glad you had a good laugh there. This is the best entertainment

    Ryan
  • dallas75dallas75 Member Posts: 72
    Ryan - We got some rain in New Mexico! Whatever you did worked! Actually thought about washing the truck Wednesday after work but got out extremely late. Maybe it was the thought that counted.
    Great information and fantastic "banter" in this topic!
    Thanks much to all!

    Jerry
  • ksims1ksims1 Member Posts: 2
    I can hear my 5.3 "tick" or "click" when she's
    along side a building or under my carport. I
    know that means the tick is constant. You just
    can't hear it otherwise. The tick increases
    with increased throttle... As you suggested I've
    read the other comments.
    Any suggestions??? I will change the oil over
    the long weekend. I'm using a double filter
    currently, but plan to use just the standard
    AC filter this time.
    Happy 4th of July to everyone. ksims1
  • smikessmikes Member Posts: 130
    For those of you with dent free Silverado/Sierra's, how did you remove the factory 'bullseye'? I saw another brand new Sierra this morning with a huge dent in the passenger side fender. I have noticed alot of rippled sheet metal on new Silverados & Sierras. Are they just so gorgeous that people get lost in the moment admiring them that they run straight into them or what?

    I haven't bought mine yet, but I'm already gettin' paranoid... Wonder if I should get an appointment in the body shop before I even drive off the lot!
  • ryanbabryanbab Member Posts: 7,240
    Had mine 2 wks to the day and some jerkoff left a nice dent and scrape with no paint left. I wouldnt worry about it. I was so pissed that night i didnt even dance at the wedding but now after its fixed no one can tell where it was dented or scratched. Im telling you though i wanted to rip off someones head that night. Just park far away from everyone else by no cars and you should be fine. Itll only help you itll serve as some extra exercise.

    Ryan
  • ryanbabryanbab Member Posts: 7,240
    I had school last night. Well i went early to work on some HW. I parked close but no cars around me. I found some friends and we hung out outside. It was amazing how many people walked next to my truck and stared. Some even stopped and took a closer look. I just sat there laughing . As long as they dont touch its cool. Many people do admire these trucks i got first hand experience of this yesterday evening.

    Ryan
  • smikessmikes Member Posts: 130
    I'm sure from the bruised Silverado and Sierra's I've seen, the owners wish the people would have admired from afar...
  • werkingwerking Member Posts: 431
    last time i waxed it, the next day i brought it to work. some folks walking by stopped to admire...but got too close. so...i set off the panic alarm. you shoulda seen 'em jump. hehe. they stepped back, i turned it off. and they continued to admire from about 5 feet away.

    after i detail my truck, you better stay the hell away. i didn't wax it and clean the windows so you can slobber all over it. ok to look, just don't touch. hehe

    kyle
  • ryanbabryanbab Member Posts: 7,240
    paint a little yellow line around it with the words caution.

    Damn kyle good idea with the panic button i should have done it.

    Ryan
  • smikessmikes Member Posts: 130
    when my german shepherd is full grown, maybe I'll just leave him in the bed. He'd probably lick them to death, but most people will probably keep a 2-3 feet distance...
  • obyoneobyone Member Posts: 7,841
    Since the ticking sound is consistent and increases with throttle, my best guess would be an exhaust leak. Usually from the exhaust manifold. Appears to be somewhat of a common problem on the newer Silverados. Although some have it and some don't...hmm maybe has to do with what plant it came from or what day of the week it was made. I'd have the dealer check it out. More so since it's consistent and not intermittent.
  • ryanbabryanbab Member Posts: 7,240
    My dogg loves the back of my truck i think the spray in liner is comfortable on his paws (golden retriver) he would also lick people to death and i think he would bring the onlookers even closer to my truck not furthur away.

    Dont worry Kyle truckchic isnt getting the 245's anymore. I persuaded her otherwise

    Ryan
  • davec1257davec1257 Member Posts: 24
    Maybe I should say Looking for a Clue? Anyway, I'm looking for ideas on how to dress up the Silverado. She's a '99 Indigo Z71. Except for the Nerf bars, tonneau cover and bed liner, she's pretty much as purchased. I'm trying to get ideas on how to dress her for work and play. I'd love to get some photos of other trucks. Maybe something will catch my eye. Anyone willing to send some along?
  • obyoneobyone Member Posts: 7,841
    First repaint the truck...dump that Indigo color...was a mistake from GM...and do not put on those black flares...makes the truck look silly. (just joking) ;)

    Seriously, are you looking for performance or looks in your mods? One easy area is the grill. The stock Chevy grill looks like cubby holes for roaches. Get a billet grill, awesome looking... Might want to consider mud flaps to help keep the truck clean. Window tinting is a must to help preserve interior. Of course can't forget the bugdeflector to protect the hood. And the list keeps going...
  • ryanbabryanbab Member Posts: 7,240
    With obyone forget that ugly indigo blue. What were u thinking man. I really hope you didnt put black fender flares on your truck either. If so the best way to make it look better would be to buy a new one and start over. Oh yea if your 35 yrs old and up you probably want to get the carmine red color.

    Ryan
  • smikessmikes Member Posts: 130
    I'm no psychologist, but I'm beginning to think that Ryan may secretly wish that he had gotten the ultra cool carmine red...
  • obyoneobyone Member Posts: 7,841
    I was thinking the same thing... ;)
  • dallas75dallas75 Member Posts: 72
    Putting on aftermarket rims and/or tires will absolutely change the look and make the truck standout from others. Great looking combos are available.
  • smikessmikes Member Posts: 130
    I asked the question (last week?) about removing the emblems. This would be a simple way to give the truck a cleaner/more custom look. I'm going to remove them as I hate cleaning the wax/polish from around them, or the marks/crud they leave behind if they break or fall off.

    I see a Silverado here in Seattle that was lowered, detrimmed and had all the handles painted the body color. Looks sharp, but more than I want to do.
  • ryanbabryanbab Member Posts: 7,240
    Thats it. I hope you guys arent psychologists. You wouldnt make very much money at all.

    Ultra cool??? No that color isnt "me".

    Only colors i would personally get is
    black,blue,silver,& grey.

    Ryan
  • smikessmikes Member Posts: 130
    ...I'm sure your lady friend won't run off with the first Carmine Red driver she meets... ;-)
  • dch0300dch0300 Member Posts: 472
    Agree, go with some aftermarket rims.
    What is the best brand as far as aftermarket rims go? And where can I get them? From the web?
    I'm looking for ones that are cast aluminum with a clear coat finish.

    They will be going on my 2001 Z-71 when I get it.

    - David
  • ryanbabryanbab Member Posts: 7,240
    My lady friend? Are you talking about anyone in general or someone specific?

    Ryan
  • smikessmikes Member Posts: 130
    Ryan, are you not seeing the girl from the DQ?

    Enough 'Days of our Lives', back to the Silverados!

    Someone supplied a link to a clear plastic (3M?) product by a company called XPEL (?) a few weeks ago. It was described as an alternative to a bra. Anybody have it on their truck?
  • ryanbabryanbab Member Posts: 7,240
    Oh yea duh. She wont leave me for a guy with a red one. My only competition is a silver sebring convertible. That could be my demise.

    Are you talking about Xenon? They make plastic front bumper covers.

    i dont know if this will work but try it

    http://www.xenon.com

    Ryan
  • ryanbabryanbab Member Posts: 7,240
    Dont click on the link it dont work

    Ryan
  • obyoneobyone Member Posts: 7,841
    that does work? I sure hope you don't lose to a POS v6 CHRYSLER Sebring....ughhhh makes me want to ....when I think of that car....maybe a little brake fluid on the paint will help to polish it up a bit....hehehehe...
  • davec1257davec1257 Member Posts: 24
    But thanks for the info. I did neglect to mention the Magnum Bug Deflector up front and the mug guards. I went for the Indigo Blue mainly because of the deal I got, it was available immediately and I didn't think it was that bad. Guess I'll have to re-evaluate, eh? I was thinking of window tinting, but I live in RI and I understand that unless it is in the window itself, it is illegal. I've heard some talk of the Magnaflow mufflers giving better performance and a bit better mileage. What's the word on that?
  • ryanbabryanbab Member Posts: 7,240
    Come on man shes a girl. The way it looks right now i wont lose out dont worry. Might be buying her one of them one day but i have time to change (brainwash) her mind.

    I dont know the link they have articles in all the turck magazines though. The ad is with a silver silverado lifted. Pretty sweet looking truck has ground effects and stuff on it. Ill post it tonight if they even have a website. The company is Xenon though

    Ryan
  • ryanbabryanbab Member Posts: 7,240
    The blue thing i posted was a joke. I too have the blue and i have the fender flares i continuously get razzed about it. Its a very nice color that post was all sarcasm.

    Ryan
  • smikessmikes Member Posts: 130
    The other night I heard a big bang while working in the yard. Walked the half block to the busy street to see the aftermath of a 199x/2000 Dodge 1/2 or 3/4T which had run into three parked cars (1 an older Ford Econoline Van). Amazingly, the Dodge suffered the least amount of damage by far. If the Silverado is close to being as indestructible as that Dodge, I already feel safer not having even bought it yet.
  • obyoneobyone Member Posts: 7,841
    Magnaflow is an excellent choice. If you are going to do your exhaust, go for the catback system not just the muffler. Borla is another good one, expensive though...Of course if your are doing the exhaust, you should modify the intake with an airaid or k&n intake, you may want to add a Granatelli MAF while you are doing the intake. and of course Hypertech III for reprogramming the truck's computer for performance. All in all about $1600 worth of mods. And the list continues...there is also the wood grain dash kits, upgrade at least the rear 4x6 stereo speakers, white gauge kit, catch all mats, headlight mod for keeping all four lights on while in hi light mode, changing headlights for PIAA super whites....and the list continues...
  • obyoneobyone Member Posts: 7,841
    did I mention Zaino? Hmm...maybe that should be your first....
  • ryanbabryanbab Member Posts: 7,240
    Hey man a real question here. Did you change the rear speakers? Did you add any other speakers i am considering it. Maybe a small bazoka tube.

    Thanks

    Ryan
  • obyoneobyone Member Posts: 7,841
    change the head unit to a Kenwood, the rear 4x6 to Polk Audio, was going to run custom boxes but at $279 for just one box (need two), I said forget it and bought a 10" powered bazooka which rattled everthing in the cab...so I downsized to an 8" which is perfect. The music aficionado would not care for the sound of the bazooka. For me with my tin ear...sounds great...
  • smikessmikes Member Posts: 130
    I've been talking to a guy here in Seattle who does alot of stereo installs/upgrades. Has a client list which includes some of the Mariners/Seahawks/Sonics. He has already done a few of the newer Silverados/Sierras. He suggested the following for those who wanted alot of bang for the buck: Add a 2/3/4 channel amp (under seat). Run head unit to front speakers; rear speakers and subwoofer from the added amp. He liked a prebuilt custom molded box made for the Silverado (about $299) but felt a bazooka would be a great add if you want to retain some space in the (rear) seat up position. (Someone posting here said the 10" bazooka was too much, the 8" was just right) Also add a CD changer (come on GM, the space is there why didn't you use it?) He also said that he thought the head unit in the Silverado wasn't that bad so he suggested keeping it. A few other little electronic do-dads (for connections sake) and he said I would be surprised how much better the sound system would be. He said GM has done a good job at making it easier for stereo/etc installers to put things in without it looking like they have.
  • davec1257davec1257 Member Posts: 24
    ryanbab. Besides, I've got thick skin for it. I liked the looks of the Indigo and was looking for a different color this time anyway.

    Obyone, I understand there are different series of the Magnaflow exhausts. I'd be interested in something with a rich sounding growl to it. Nothing to obsene. I don't want to wake the neiborhood at 4:30 am. What's the story with Zaino? Getting back to tinting the windows, is there a problem with peeling and air pockets over time?
  • ryanbabryanbab Member Posts: 7,240
    Where did you get your bazoka tube did you install it how hard was it and how much.

    Could you email me if you have any good info idf you installed it yourself

    Thanks

    Ryan

    Ryanb0928@aol.com
  • smikessmikes Member Posts: 130
    This will be my first pickup. I'm not a fan of running boards or steps, so would rather not get a set. Are they really necessary? I have found it easy to get in and out of the Silverado. What do the women in your lives say about getting in/out of them?
  • smikessmikes Member Posts: 130
    oh yeah, I'm planning on a 4x4 (maybe z71).
  • btenvybtenvy Member Posts: 43
    my wife's 4'9" and I have a z71 4x4 no problem for her but she's 23. Might consider the steps when/if she becomes pregnant.

    -Jarvus
  • werkingwerking Member Posts: 431
    zaino's good stuff - 'specially on darker colors.

    window tint...you get what you pay for. couple years back i had my ext cab sonoma done (all four side windows and the back window) for about $120. that came with a lifetime warranty against cracking, peeling, fading, bubbling, or becoming that "purple" color that cheap tint sometimes fades to. only catch was: no ammonia or alcohol based cleansers. soon as i get around to it, i'll do my best to match the rear of the cab on the driver's and passenger's doors on my 'rado. and i'll get a lifetime warranty with it. your best bet is to contact your local law enforcement to find out how dark you're allowed to go, then get it matched to the rear half of the cab if it's legal. or go darker if you want and it's legal.

    kyle
  • werkingwerking Member Posts: 431
    step in height. wife and i are 25/26 and about 5'9". after a month of "hopping" in every day, i was ready for nerf bars. i think they look good and it certainly makes it easier to get in and out. better half really likes it when she's in a skirt/dress. she's happy = i'm happy.

    also, i think it's going to help save the edge of my (cloth) seats from fraying/wearing early. i was really abusing them as i drug my butt (wearing jeans or fatigues w/knife & multi-tool on belt) over them a dozen times a day.

    i got the westin cps four step pad bars w/lifetime warranty against rust and discoloration. moderately difficult install especially if you're flying solo without an impact wrench. if you want more details, feel free to email me at kwerking@aol.com. i can send you pics, install tips, and where to find them. let me know.

    kyle
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