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#17 of 76 Just Plastic by spike1966 Oct 08, 2001 (7:21 am)
Yes its just plastic. Its what makes the look of the vehilce. If you wanted color coded bumpers etc...then you should have waited for the Cadillac Escalade EXT...and about 10K more!
#18 of 76 Tire pressure survey by robbins_ Oct 08, 2001 (3:59 pm)
Ok all, I have a Z71 Av and want to know what everyone is running for tire pressure. The door panel indicates 30psi, but what are you running? Someone over at pickuptrucks.com was asking and I was wondering myself. Please indicate the type of Av (Z71, Z66, STD 4WD or STD 2WD) in your response. BTW I am currently running 30PSI on a Z71.   Bear
#19 of 76 Tire Pressure by showme1 Oct 08, 2001 (4:54 pm)
Bear, I know,I know, the Manual and door says 30PSI but no self respecting guy can read/follow the manual!! I am running 35 PSI cold as I have always found 35 or 36 PSI to get the flattest wear on the tire with a tread depth gauge. I asked this question in one of the other post some time ago and was shamed into conformity to read the book. I also pump up the rear tires to 40 PSI when pulling a trailer with hitch weight for cooler tire run temp and better stability.   My AV is a 2wd Z-66. Lower tire pressure yeilds better ride, shorter tire life. Higher pressure stiffens the ride, but lenthens tire life.   Roger   PS. I called a couple of Goodforayear Dealers and they said to use what was in the book or on the door.
#20 of 76 Wax Answer by ygmn Oct 09, 2001 (12:31 pm)
I used a polymer wax system called Zainos. you can also try Klasse products they are similar.   They do not leave any haze on the plastic and hell you can coat the plastic cladding with it too for added protection. I didn't.   I used a plastic/tire dressing by Zainos for the cladding. The 303 is a good product but I prefer a bit more shine. The Zainos gives a nice new satin finish. Replies to this message: ralphie2 (Oct 20, 2006 7:20 am)
#21 of 76 Removing Rubber marks by ygmn Oct 09, 2001 (1:40 pm)
Try a plastic cleaner first and let it sit. If that does not work try Eiffen Fabrik Hi Intensity Cleaner. again let them both sit. If that does not work try rubbing alcohol.   Always go from least harmful to most harmful to lessen any chance of damage.   When clean. Then I would wash whole truck and than protect panels/plastic with a UV plastic/vinyl/tire dressing like 303 or Zainos or other. DO not use any product with Silicone in it since it is bad for plastics and attracts dirt.   I hope this helped. For more cleaning tips search autopia-carcare.com
#22 of 76 ygmn by KarenS HOST Oct 12, 2001 (11:05 am)
If you want to talk about Zaino, take a look at this discussion in Maintenance & Repair! KarenS Host Owner's Clubs
#23 of 76 by KarenS HOST Oct 15, 2001 (8:57 am)
Check out the new Edmunds.com Maintenance Guide! Link is provided in the Additional Resource Box.   KarenS Host Owner's Clubs
#24 of 76 KarenS by ygmn Oct 15, 2001 (9:53 am)
The Avalanche isn't listed in the Maintenance guide yet. Do you know when it will be?
#25 of 76 KarenS by ygmn Oct 15, 2001 (4:30 pm)
Sorry about the car care tips but the question was asked and I did post about other brands. I meant no harm but, I meant to inform on how I clean so others can decide for themselves.   Detailing the Avalanche is different then most vehicles due to the plastic and midgate. I was just trying to inform a fellow owner of what I do and the minimum problems I have.   Now back to the greatest vehicle ever!
#26 of 76 ygmn by KarenS HOST Oct 17, 2001 (7:37 am)
I've asked and am waiting for a reply. Hope to hear soon!   Re: car care tips - No problem! I just thought someone might be interested in reading all the vast Zaino knowledge here in the Town Hall.   KarenS Host Owner's Clubs

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