|
||||
Feb 23 2017, 12:14 PM
Post
#1
|
|
|
Advanced Member ![]() ![]() Group: Advanced Members Posts: 592 Joined: 16-October 06 From: Logan, UT Member No.: 1,416 |
So in looking at replacement trucks for my '98 rcsb ... I do get a little excited about the SS Silverado's
Specifically 6.0 liters, and AWD (winter "capable" needed here in UT) Has anyone owned one or have any experiences ? I heard they don't get to good of mileage, but that's not too huge of a concern, as I don't put too many miles on my truck. Any input appreciated (IMG:http://www.frrax.com/rrforum/style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) (IMG:http://x-img.autorevo.com/2005-chevrolet-silverado-ss-indio-ca-6090201/1619797-1-bigger.jpg) ~DaVe |
|
|
|
![]() |
Feb 23 2017, 04:26 PM
Post
#2
|
|
|
Advanced Member ![]() ![]() Group: Advanced Members Posts: 666 Joined: 30-January 15 From: Columbus, OH Member No.: 223,855 |
This era of GM LS truck is notorious for overzealous torque management in the ECM.
|
|
|
|
Feb 23 2017, 06:43 PM
Post
#3
|
|
|
Veteran Member ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Group: Advanced Members Posts: 3,908 Joined: 3-July 04 From: Pearland, Texas Member No.: 385 |
This era of GM LS truck is notorious for overzealous torque management in the ECM. Heh, yep! You catch yourself 'leaning forward' a bit in anticipation of accelerating off a stop, when the truck doesn't roll out as you'd expect it. It's a weird, but definite feeling. Luckily, most of that can be tuned out, which makes for a MUCH more fun vehicle!! |
|
|
|
BumpaD_Z28 2003 - 2006 Silverado SS's ... Feb 23 2017, 12:14 PM
trackbird I rebuilt an LS2 out of a Trailblazer SS a couple ... Feb 23 2017, 12:55 PM
BumpaD_Z28 QUOTE (trackbird @ Feb 23 2017, 05:55 AM)... Feb 23 2017, 01:00 PM
trackbird QUOTE (BumpaD_Z28 @ Feb 23 2017, 08:00 AM... Feb 23 2017, 01:12 PM
trackbird QUOTE (GCrites80s @ Feb 23 2017, 11:26 AM... Feb 23 2017, 06:45 PM
GCrites80s Now I'm wondering if dialing back TQ managemen... Feb 23 2017, 07:56 PM
trackbird QUOTE (GCrites80s @ Feb 23 2017, 02:56 PM... Feb 23 2017, 08:46 PM
BumpaD_Z28 QUOTE (CrashTestDummy @ Feb 23 2017, 11:4... Feb 24 2017, 09:56 AM
GCrites80s People were used to just letting their teens borro... Feb 24 2017, 04:18 PM
dojob Good trucks
My brother enjoyed his
https://www.yo... Feb 24 2017, 05:15 PM
Steve91T QUOTE (dojob @ Feb 24 2017, 12:15 PM) Goo... Mar 3 2017, 01:34 PM
BumpaD_Z28 I missed out on a Silver 2005 (what I'm really... Mar 3 2017, 01:26 PM
BumpaD_Z28 Well I found another 2005 AWD Silver Birch metalli... Mar 16 2017, 09:53 PM
Mojave QUOTE (BumpaD_Z28 @ Mar 16 2017, 04:53 PM... Mar 17 2017, 01:52 PM
trackbird QUOTE (Mojave @ Mar 17 2017, 09:52 AM) 30... Mar 20 2017, 02:40 PM
trackbird Very cool. 30 hours? I did 10-12 hours to get the ... Mar 17 2017, 10:57 AM
dojob QUOTE (trackbird @ Mar 17 2017, 06:57 AM)... Mar 17 2017, 11:15 AM
Steve91T Holy crap man! Why don't you just have it ... Mar 17 2017, 09:32 PM
BumpaD_Z28 QUOTE (Steve91T @ Mar 17 2017, 03:32 PM) ... Mar 19 2017, 06:39 PM
dojob QUOTE (BumpaD_Z28 @ Mar 19 2017, 02:39 PM... Mar 20 2017, 01:57 PM
GCrites80s I spotted an SS on my local craigs for $7000 ... Mar 21 2017, 01:17 AM
BumpaD_Z28 Finally mostly recovered from the trip ... Monday... Mar 21 2017, 10:58 AM
GCrites80s I take it this was in a state that doesn't hav... Mar 22 2017, 12:12 AM
BumpaD_Z28 QUOTE (GCrites80s @ Mar 21 2017, 06:12 PM... Mar 22 2017, 05:07 AM
trackbird Ouch. That's a rough one. Sorry to hear it.
I... Mar 22 2017, 12:30 PM
dojob Sorry to hear of the woes of the sale.
Dealershi... Mar 22 2017, 12:48 PM
BumpaD_Z28 QUOTE (dojob @ Mar 22 2017, 06:48 AM) ...... Mar 23 2017, 05:27 AM
Steve91T QUOTE (BumpaD_Z28 @ Mar 23 2017, 01:27 AM... Mar 23 2017, 08:32 AM
nape It sucks, but it's definitely a life lesson.
... Mar 22 2017, 04:12 PM
trackbird QUOTE (Steve91T @ Mar 23 2017, 04:32 AM) ... Mar 23 2017, 10:52 AM
Steve91T Sorry, he did say that. It was way too early. Mar 23 2017, 01:04 PM
BumpaD_Z28 Transfer case was worn out / needle bearings pushe... Mar 30 2017, 05:15 AM
GCrites80s Annnnd that's why they come with Torque Manage... Mar 30 2017, 02:36 PM
BumpaD_Z28 QUOTE (GCrites80s @ Mar 30 2017, 08:36 AM... Apr 1 2017, 03:13 PM
370camaro95 I love my 02 z71. After the racecar build it will ... Mar 30 2017, 03:14 PM
GCrites80s That'll do it. I wonder if anybody's been ... Apr 3 2017, 01:37 AM
BumpaD_Z28 QUOTE (GCrites80s @ Apr 2 2017, 07:37 PM)... Apr 4 2017, 07:03 AM
trackbird QUOTE (BumpaD_Z28 @ Apr 4 2017, 03:03 AM)... Apr 4 2017, 01:13 PM
BumpaD_Z28 Cache Valley is a NICE place to live ! I take ... Apr 5 2017, 09:00 AM![]() ![]() |
| Lo-Fi Version | Time is now: 30th October 2025 - 10:46 PM |