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Compare these two:
This is a Silver Birch '05:
http://www.driveultimate.com/new_photos/5893_1.jpg
And this is the Steel Gray '05:
http://www.driveultimate.com/new_photos/5918_1.jpg
-mike
The biggest market for a duramax will not be in the denali but in the 3/4 ton suburban/yukon xl.
Yukon, Denali, Suburban, etc....
I need an SUV with Diesel, period. Right now my only choice is the Excursion and I won't buy a ford....
-mike
I've heard rum ours from everyone, including dealers about a six cyl Dura-mini, but like women in bars, they were just teases and come-ons, with no follow-through or satisfaction.
I tow kids and I tow a trailer. A duramax dXL is what I need. I am not Anti-Ford, so I will try the Excursion before I buy.
you're missing the point:
The Denali (as the Escalade)is built on the 1/2 ton chassis/frame, meaning "light duty" with coil springs on the back,etc.
The reason peoples buy the Denali/Escalade is for the extra luxury and smooth ride.
A diesel,due to it's extra weight and of the required stronger components for the drive train, tranny, full floater rear axle, 8 lug nuts wheels, bigger brakes,etc would have to be built on the 3/4 ton chassis frame with leaf springs and with the added weight and different suspension,you will certainly not have the somooth ride that make peoples buy the denali/Escalade in the first place.
-mike
I've taken it in to several shops and the mechanics tell me nothing is wrong. Has this happpened to anyone else?
garrett.j.debuiser@aexp.com
-mike
I've taken it to the dealer, they acted like I was crazy and let some air out of my tires which didn't help. At this point I'm preparing to trade in the dxl for something with a smoother ride if this is as good as it gets.
I previously owned an 01 Suburban which rode like a dream compared to this. Any insight will be very appreciated.
--JB
My wife and I are looking at YXLs and DXLs.
The incentives are great on the '04s right now, but most dealers only have black or white DXLs(the only colors we DON'T want) and most of the YXLs are SLT 1SCs or SLEs. I wonder if we wouldn't be better waiting till Oct 1st and working a deal on an '05.
One of the reasons I'm leaning towards the DXL is autoride. We plan to tow with the truck...is it worth the extra $ to step up to the DXL, or do I save the cash and get the standard XL?
-mike
-mike
That is how large/small of a percentage can be sent to either axle?
Is the power/torque always split 50/50 left to right, or does that vary too?
Left and right is deteremined by the front or rear diffy, IIRC the Denali has an LSD in the rear which would mean that it could do 100/0 up to 0/100 split between the 2 rear tires.
-mike
Under normal operation, it is equal left to right. As paisan mentioned there is a limited slip differential that allows a left/right power split at the rear axle - at least for the '01 & '02 models.
For the '03 and '04 models Stabilitrack was made standard and since the that system controls the power split electronically, the limited split differential was omitted.
I like that 40/60 split good # to know.
-mike
Now all I have to do is convince my wife the AWD amd nicer interior are worth the slight premium over the standard SLT.
What size was the screen for the rear seat passengers, and how is the view out the rear view mirror with it down?
Can the headrest monitor display a separate source (assming players)?
Where was the system purchased/installed?
Cost (if you don't mind)?
Where did you mount the DVD player?
We're close on a purchase of a similar vehicle and can't decide between the factory system and an after market installation.
IF you'd prefer to answer via email, let me know and I'll pass mine along.
THANKS!!!
I just purchased a Yukon XL with all the options I wanted at the price I wanted, but with no DVD. The dealer installed a Delphi system which is identical to the factory Panasonic with regard to features and fitment. This unit has an 8" screen, which when deployed obscures the center third of the upper half of the rear window. The 8" unit is $900, but a 10.2" is available for $1200. I'm not sure what size the factory-installed Panasonic comes in. The 8" screen is large enough to be viewed from the third row, and any larger would probably block too much of the drivers' rear view. It plays DVDs, CDs, MP3s, has RCA and S-video jacks, includes two wireless headphone sets, and transmits its signal to the headset via FM frequency if use of the vehicles speakers is desired. Otherwise it can transmit to the headphones while the driver listens to something else.
Steve, Host
I fell in love with the big GM suvs seeing all the hotshots cruising around in them in Iraq, and when I got home I couldn't believe the deals on the '04 leftovers. Turns out they're equally suited for hauling either dignitaries with their armed posse or kids and dogs.
User names are forever! :-)
tidester, host
They called back this afternoon and offered to pay for half of the repair and that the reapir would not be marked up, so we are looking at paying approx. $1,200 with a new 5yr/30K warranty on the new trans...
Would you accept this and forget about pushing for more, or small claims court?
Thanks!
And yes, GMC offers an AWD non-Denali Yukon--at least they did for '03; the sticker in the engine bay says all-wheel drive but I was told the setup is technically more like full-time 4WD. Another way you can tell that the two are not identical--at least in function--is that the Yukon full-time 4WD offers a 4-LO gear, whereas (current) NBS Denalis don't have 4-LO.
In any case it is the distinction between the two aforementioned AWD setups I was talking about.
I guess most GMC buyers come in and buy whatever they feed them.
Anyways here is my question. Should I go for the Denali XL or Yukon XL 3/4 Ton with the 8.1L engine? I really want the Denali but the 7900lb towing is a bit low. What do you guys think?
-mike
-mike
In addition, compare the ride/handling so you know what you are giving up.
4 wheel steering is available on the 3/4 ton and should aid in handling and towing. I really wish they made it available on the 1/2 ton vehicles. That would give me an excuse to replace my 2001. Unless there are significant enhancements, I don't plan on replacing mine until 100,000 miles and I am just over half way there.
-mike
So, $8k off a truck that old isn't good--most likely because any GM rebates for it have expired by now and it's up to the dealer to cut the price themselves. There's still a lot of '04s out there now still--I'd get one of those with a bigger discount before they're gone.
A better deal can be had on an 04
-mike
PS: they have a 72mo 0% offer going too.
I put the link below as I don't know how to link pictures direct to the postings. (i.e. not trying to promote any dealer, I live in the NW)
http://www.woodbridgepontiac.com/GMC/25057_1.html
Its an awesome color and my wife's first choice for the 'D' we're looking at.
I frequently use the 4 wd low gear box on my 2001 Yukon for very steep descents. Does the Denali AWD system have anything that resembles a low gear range? Thanks.
I frequently use the 4 wd low gear box on my 2001 Yukon for very steep descents. Does the Denali AWD system have anything that resembles a low gear range? Thanks.
What kind of descent do you use 4wd Low gear in? 4wd Low would only be useable in a low-traction condition such as snow or mud. Just curious where you use it.
-mike
-mike