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Replying to: rbbalboa (Dec 28, 2005 11:48 am) If it is a 4 wheel drive model, the front end can be adjusted by adjusting the torsion bars.
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Replying to: p100 (Dec 28, 2005 1:56 pm)
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Replying to: rbbalboa (Dec 28, 2005 3:19 pm) |
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Hey guys - about a week ago I posted about considering getting a new car, between a new 06 si, or a impreza wrx. I would be trading a 2000 Silverado Sport Truck - been offered $8900 trade in: WITH THE FOLLOWING MODS 2000 Chevrolet Silverado Stepside 4.8 Liter 5 Speed Manual --------------------------------------------------- This truck has 120,000 miles (I bought it at 24000) K&N Cold Air induction system with a Granatelli MAF SENSOR GIBSON HEADERS with a cat-back flowmaster exhaust system. (THIS TRUCK SOUNDS AMAZING, TRUST ME, WHEN YOU HEAR IT YOU KNOW IT MEANS BUSINESS) EATON POSI-TRACTION REAR END (LOCKS COMPLETELY UNDER 20 MILER PER HOUR) 20 inch very elegant wheels (NOT GHETTO) BRAND NEW COOPER DISCOVERY HP 275/45/20 Tires (VERY PRICEY) BELLTECH 2/4 Drop kit (Spindle kit which doesn't change ride quality at all) Gas-adjust shocks in case you need to haul something in the bed Black Rollup "Lite-rider" Tonneau Cover (VERY NICE, EASY TO ROLL UP AND DOWN, NICE FRAME NO SNAPS) CHROME BILLET GRILL -------------------------------------------------------- While yes, it is beginning to show signs of aging - squeaks, rattles, whines - IT RUNS GREAT - and it is paid for. I pay $1200 a year FULL COVERAGE STATE FARM. I am 23 years old. My question is this - I have about 12K Cash saved - and my truck trade in offer today was $8940. I'm looking at an 06 black SI NO NAV - for right at MSRP (19990) plus tax = $22k OR a 2004 WRX Impreza with 7800 miles for $20000 + TAX = 22500. Is it being immature, and stupid to trade my nice custom, good running truck in now on a new (almost new) car, or should I invest a little money ($2k) and get my truck squeekless, smooth, and drive it for another few years until I can save more money to get an even nicer car?? OR should I just say goodbye to my reliable old beauty and get a new one?? I'm plannin on going to law school in 9 months. So thats a factor. Picture of my truck HERE I NEED SUGGESTIONS AND PRO/CONS insurance on both the new cars would SKYROCKET to $2200 a year. HELP ME!!! LOSING MY MIND THINKING ABOUT MY DECISION |
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| I have 2005 Siverado Crewcab and it has a loud static noise coming from the passenger side speakers. It is a steady noise and does not stop when when the radio and/or the truck is turned off. After several minutes with the truck off it will stop but after starting and driving a few minutes it starts back. Has anyone had this problem or hear of it. It's got a little over 36k so the warranty is up on it. | |
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Replying to: copterjoe (Feb 16, 2006 6:36 pm) I was originally thinking of investing in a new Alpine double din DVD headunit, rear headrest displays, backup cam, Katkinz leather seat covers w/heaters, and several other goodies. All of these things would've cost me roughly $8 - $9k, said and done. But now Chevy's shown the new Avalanche, and the LTZ pretty much fits the bill of my dream truck, with ALL the stuff I wanted on a truck, and better suited to my use of a truck in general (75% family hauler, towing roughly once a year, hauling stuff several times a year, hauling things like plywood, etc. maybe twice a year) than my EC is. Problem is, I expect sticker on the vehicle I want to be around $45k. Financially, I'm probably best sticking with the Silvy. But my heart (maybe greed?  ) says go with the Avalanche, and I'm seriously looking into it. So only you can say if it's going to be worth it to you. You have to balance your wants with your needs and capabilities. I know the feeling of being dissatisfied with what you have, and also know that it can be worth it to quench that feeling.. Good luck. |
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Replying to: jerrywimer (Feb 17, 2006 5:07 am)
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Replying to: copterjoe (Feb 17, 2006 4:49 pm)  I must have clicked the reply button on your post instead of the one on dowright82's post (#180). I don't have any input on your speaker problem. Sorry. 
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Replying to: jerrywimer (Feb 17, 2006 5:07 am)
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Replying to: p100 (Feb 18, 2006 7:30 pm) I've also been looking forward to the DoD engines. Same performance as my current 5.3 (better, actually, based on hp / torque) but more fuel efficient. Probably 80% of my current truck's time has been spent cruising the interstate without a load. Since a lot of that time would have been in 4 cylinder mode I'm sure I'd see even better mileage than the 21+ best I logged in my truck back in October (manually calculated). I know that some people are concerned about reliability and durability for these new engines but that's what warranties are for. I also feel that comparing the Avalanche to the crew cab truck favors the Av at least for our use. The truck's bed is 5'8" in length, which isn't far off the Av's. But the Avalanche comes with lockable storage boxes and included hard cover. Then there's the ability to extend the enclosed space for longer loads, such as plywood, lumber, etc. through the use of the midgate. The closest the crew can come to that is the use of a bed extender and those loads will be left exposed to the weather. All this is with a shorter overall wheelbase for easier maneuvering around parking lots and better fit in garages. I have maybe 12" extra space in my garage with the ECSB Silverado. But to each his own. If I didn't have children I'm sure I'd go with another Silverado, because of the option of a longer box with a camper shell. For someone looking to have a greater mix of truck-type use to family-type use, a truck is probably a better fit. But I wouldn't be looking at the crew cab then, at least not the 1/2 ton trucks. Probably more like a 3/4 ton with at least a 6.5' box. 
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