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#3044 of 3260 Are 18" custom wheels/tires a good compromise? by mikesocal Dec 27, 2005 (11:38 pm)
I'll most likely be purchasing a Denali or XL Denali in the next day or two (looking like XL Denali at this point). I've researched other postings on wheel size and have come to the conclusion that going with the 20" rims/tires is asking for trouble when doing any sort of off roading (I'm just talking unpaved dirt roads, nothing crazy), as well as having more flexibility with snow cables, and handling pot holes without damaging the rims. So, I'll stick with the 17" stock wheels/tires for the purchase.   However, I'm still interested in getting an upgraded wheel/tire via aftermarket that upgrades the look, and that can still handle the unpaved roads, snow cables, pot holes, etc.   Has anyone found a comprise along the lines of an 18" custom wheel/tire rig? If so, is there a good online vendor that you could point me to? I live in Southern California, so I imagine there may be several outfits down here I can visit, but it would be great if I could at least see an online catalog to choose from.   Any help is appreciated.   Thanks.   Mike
#3045 of 3260 Re: Cost to fix steering issue [donahues] by cajet Dec 28, 2005 (10:12 am)
Replying to: donahues (Jun 02, 2005 7:43 am) I had the same Issue, it was a warranty repair called the "intermediate shaft". Factory shaft wears out and there is a redesigned replacement for it that will prevent the issue in the future. It happens at slow speeds where it knocks the steering wheel. Took about an hour to change but since it was warranty I do not know the cost. After it was fixed, my steerign was very solid.
#3046 of 3260 Re: Cold Start Knock and Denalis? [blckislandguy] by cajet Dec 28, 2005 (10:28 am)
Replying to: blckislandguy (Nov 05, 2004 8:01 pm) I have an 02 DXL. I had the cold start knocking..actually it was doing it cold or hot. I was running 87 octane. I put in 91 and it no longer knocks upon start up. For me its not worth the extra gas cost so I will live with the knock.
#3047 of 3260 Re: Odd electrical problem, backing lights, turn signal Gremlin [drej] by jsirico Dec 30, 2005 (7:07 am)
Replying to: drej (Dec 15, 2005 11:42 am) Not that this helps but 2003 Yukon XL has almost the same problem. The left signal sometimes starts the flashers. I can't find the problem and may get it to the (gasp) dealer.
#3048 of 3260 Re: Odd electrical problem, backing lights, turn signal Gremlin [drej] by arrie Dec 30, 2005 (8:22 am)
Replying to: drej (Dec 15, 2005 11:42 am) Usually this kind of weird light problems are grounding issues. When a light ground fails it messes up with all sorts of lighting circuitry.   Check around all corners of the vehicle for grounding points for lights. There might be several points. You probably need to remove some of the light fixtures when tracing the wires.   Also check that trailer light hook-up.   You'll probably find a broken, loose or otherwise bad ground wire connection somewhere in the wiring system.   Your dealer, if kind, could perhaps tell you where the grounding points for light wiring are and then you can trouble shoot yourself but your dealer might also not tell you anything for free...   Arrie
#3049 of 3260 Re: Denali or Suburban [pitchking] by tdoh Jan 04, 2006 (11:12 am)
Replying to: pitchking (Dec 27, 2005 9:39 am) Notwithstanding the "fact" that the DXL is overpriced for what you get for it, you could pack a Suburban with lots of bells and whistles but you cannot completely pack it in such a way that it becomes essentially the same as a DXL...and I'm not talking just cosmetics. Close, but not completely. If you're willing to forgo one or two minor differences and are indifferent towards the cosmetics (both exterior and interior)...then you probably would be better off w/ the 'burb.   And yes, the one major mechanical difference is AWD on the DXL vs. 4WD on the 'burb; if 4LO is important to you, then the DXL won't do. Entertainment-wise--although the 'burb does offer the nav option, it does not offer a factory slave CD/CD changer option...meaning, if you decide to get the nav option for the 'burb, you can either use the nav head unit either for navigation or for listening to audio CDs...but not both at the same time.
#3050 of 3260 Re: 2004 Yukon SLE [odin5] by tdoh Jan 04, 2006 (11:17 am)
Replying to: odin5 (Dec 27, 2005 4:47 pm) I don't know/remember if some/all of the DIC functions are also controlled by and/or stored in the BCM; I assume that your original cluster had a full-functioned DIC as well. I also assume that the Denali cluster you bought is indeed off an '04; I mention this because in '05 GM took away the personal/business trip meter option, and as such, would not show up on an '05 cluster...although I have read that it is possible to reprogram missing DIC options back into a cluster.
#3051 of 3260 Yukon Denali Rookie by quickdropmarc Jan 09, 2006 (9:48 pm)
After many years of owning Suburbans and Tahoes, today I made the move and put a down payment on an 06 Denali, Steel Gray Metallic with the Sun, Travel & Entertainment package and bucket second row seats. I pick it up tomorrow night after work.   Any words of advice on having the dealer show me any vehicle functions, or are there any spare parts besides touch-up paint that I should buy now so I don't stranded somewhere? I travel for bass fishing tournaments quite a bit.   ciao, Marc Replies to this message: steve_ (Jan 09, 2006 9:53 pm)
#3052 of 3260 Re: Yukon Denali Rookie [quickdropmarc] by steve_ HOST Jan 09, 2006 (9:53 pm)
Replying to: quickdropmarc (Jan 09, 2006 9:48 pm) I pick it up tomorrow night after work.   It's better to pick up a new car in the daylight so you can inspect it for dings and scratches that otherwise you won't see until you wash it the first time (which will happen this weekend I bet, lol). After you leave the lot, it's going to be harder to get the dealer to fix any glitches like that.   Maybe take a halogen shop light along if you can't break loose from work before the sun goes down.   The most frequently overlooked item on the pre-delivery checklist seems to be the tires. Often they are overinflated to prevent flatspotting while in transit.   The only think else I can think of off-hand is maybe try to get a third key out of them at cost. Keys are getting pricy to replace these days.   Congrats on the new ride! Please post about your deal in the GMC Yukon /Yukon Denali: Prices Paid & Buying Experience discussion too. Thanks!   Steve, Host
#3053 of 3260 Good Advice,Steve... by quickdropmarc Jan 09, 2006 (10:29 pm)
...thanks for the welcome and tips. I will try and leave work in time to see the new car in the daylight. I take it the keys are not something easily copied at the hardware store (for a spare)?   I bought the Yukon on a GMS deal (GM Employee discount) that I qualify for through a family member, and got the $5,500 rebate on top of it, which made me jump quick. Besides, I like a little chrome on my car bumpers, so the '07 model doesn't excite me.   ciao, Marc Replies to this message: steve_ (Jan 09, 2006 11:19 pm) tdoh (Jan 11, 2006 12:46 pm) quickdropmarc (Jan 12, 2006 9:05 pm) sdron (Jan 11, 2006 2:40 pm) quickdropmarc (Jan 12, 2006 9:09 pm)

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