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Replying to: 4burb (Apr 24, 2007 6:28 am) |
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Replying to: gfraigun (Apr 24, 2007 7:35 am) However, with the Nav, you most definitely cannot play a CD *and* and DVD at the same time. As I said, while there are two slots, the one behind the nav display is for the Map DVD *only*, leaving you to choose whether you want to have a CD or the kids' DVD playing in the top slot.
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Replying to: mrowl1 (Apr 24, 2007 3:45 pm) |
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Replying to: jerrywimer (Apr 25, 2007 3:43 am) |
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What are the benefits/disadvantges of adding the larger wheels on a Denali (I am only considering factory wheels, not aftermarkets). I hear mixed opinions on ride, stability, mileage, etc.
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Replying to: mayher (Mar 26, 2007 11:05 am) |
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Replying to: gfraigun (Apr 23, 2007 9:23 am) Go out and pull four plug wires and see how it idles, then you'll see while it idles in V8 mode. |
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Replying to: gabatta (Mar 08, 2007 2:01 pm) I just got a second e-mail from Chevy Marketing today and they said that building of the 2008 Tahoes will start on 6-25-07 and that they will be available at dealers in September. I was asking them if the 6-speed will be available in both e-mails and also they would not commitment they did say the dealers would have information on the 2008s soon. I read that to be in May. My feeling is that the 6-speed will be available but possibly only with certain engine combinations. |
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Replying to: kimdvm1 (Apr 25, 2007 4:15 pm) Ride usually becomes a bit harsher than smaller wheels for the same reason (the larger sidewall flex actually acts as part of the suspension, helping absorb bumps a bit). This is also practically guaranteed. Fuel economy is the one area that isn't really guaranteed. Optional larger sized wheels through the manufacturer usually keep the outer diameter of the tire pretty much the same (hence the lower profile and the two effects above). The issue with fuel economy is that the wheel itself generally has more rotational mass than the tire mounted on it. Ironically, even if you put two wheel / tire combos of different sizes on a scale and they come out the same, it's how far from the center that the mass is located that has the big effect on braking and acceleration. The more of it located toward the edge, the harder it is to get it moving and to get it stopped again. This is why most experts recommend upgrading brake systems if you go with larger aftermarket wheels. GM is fairly conservative with safety issues, so I highly doubt you need to worry about the brakes being lacking with factory optional wheels. Fuel economy might suffer too, but probably no more than 1 mpg. Then again, depending on the actual mass of the larger wheels and tire, it might not. In either case, your driving style and conditions will have a greater effect than the wheels and tires. The best way to decide is to try out a Denali with each size of wheel for yourself if you can. If you already own the vehicle and are considering this as an upgrade to it, just keep the above points in mind. |
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