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#20 of 26 Need new tires by henriksen May 07, 2009 (7:38 am)
I have an '05 Yukon SLT and am ready to replace my tires and am wondering which tires you would recommend. I want a good all-terrain/weather tire. In the past I have always purchased Michelin. I drive mostly in town with kids, dogs, and all of their stuff. So I am looking for a good stop/start and quiet tire. What do you think. Thanks Replies to this message: rsht (May 12, 2009 1:45 am) mcoleman08 (Oct 22, 2009 9:57 am) rsht (Oct 25, 2009 5:55 am)
#21 of 26 Re: Need new tires [henriksen] by rsht May 12, 2009 (1:45 am)
Replying to: henriksen (May 07, 2009 7:38 am) GM had 2 tire sizes (265-70R-16 by Firestone Wilderness and 265-70R-17 Goodyear Wrangler) for that model year, I am not sure which one your's is equipped with... If you are happy with your OEM tires, you may consider staying with the same; however, if you really want to venture out for something different, there are websites available that can also help. Be sure the new tires you buy meet or exceed the ratings that are on your current OEM tire (Just as FYI, I had a very good experience with the Michelin LTX M/S in the past): http://www.tirerack.com http://www.discounttire.com
#22 of 26 Misc. Interior 2005 Yukon SLT Black/Black by henriksen May 12, 2009 (8:39 am)
Thanks for the advice on the tires. Now I have a question about a part that is starting to flake on the interior. The small panel that outlines the radio has started to flake and I have been told by the dealer that a replacement part would cost $100.00 (I have 40,000+ miles and an extended warranty which my husband cringes about everyday - hey I had a head injury when I got the car, I kick myself too, believe me) and I have noticed that several buttons on the radio itself have begun to wear off (white is showing through) - I haven't even ventured to ask what the cost would be to replace the radio. Do you have any suggestions on where I could buy the panel part cheaper, do junk yards exist any more? And can I paint those buttons? I know that these are minor items but they are driving me nuts, especially since the incentives and warranties that they are offering now would mean a replacement for me gratis. I wonder about them taking care of existing customers (I've had the Envoy, Envoy XL, and now the Yukon - and someday would love to own the Yukon XL). Anyway, I appreciate your words of wisdom Thanks Replies to this message: rsht (May 12, 2009 1:34 pm)
#23 of 26 Re: Misc. Interior 2005 Yukon SLT Black/Black [henriksen] by rsht May 12, 2009 (1:34 pm)
Replying to: henriksen (May 12, 2009 8:39 am) Have you thought about Dash kit? See attached URL below for example? http://www.wooddash.com/category/GMC_Dash_Kits   http://www.stylintrucks.com/sn.aspx?category|category_root|-1=Interior&category|- - - cat_-1|356=Dash+Kits+%26+Accessories&canned_results_trigger=   Junk year is definitely an option, but you may have to check what's available in your local area through the Yellow Page under Used Auto Parts or Auto Salvage...   Spray painting over them, hmmm, sounds like the most inexpensive way to go, but there may be quite a bit of surface prep work, and eventually the paint may wear off again... You may want to contact Dupli-Color, let them know your situation and see what product they can suggest for this purpose that will last... http://www.duplicolor.com/index.html   Lastly, instead of going through your dealership, have you checked those online GM parts stores, like the GMC Parts Direct... Before you do, you may want to call your dealer for those part numbers, so you can use those numbers for your search at the online stores for the exact part for your vehicle. http://www.gmpartsdirect.com http://gmaccessoriesstore.com/2005-yukon-c-268_294_311.html?page=4&sort=2a
#24 of 26 Re: Need new tires [henriksen] by mcoleman08 Oct 22, 2009 (9:57 am)
Replying to: henriksen (May 07, 2009 7:38 am) Im also looking for replacement tires for my 07 Yukon Denali. I need 275/55/20 and I have been searching the internet for costs and calling local tire shops. Still I just want to get the best deal possible. Does anyone know if an Alignment is manditory when getting your tires replaced? I had NTB tell me it was, and I dont want to pay 79.95 if its not needed. And I still haven't found the best tires, there's so many to chose from, any advise. Replies to this message: rsht (Oct 25, 2009 5:55 am)
#25 of 26 Re: Need new tires [mcoleman08] by rsht Oct 25, 2009 (5:55 am)
Replying to: mcoleman08 (Oct 22, 2009 9:57 am) Not sure if you have heard/tried the TireRack.com and the DiscountTire.com for your research? See links below...   As far as wheel alignment, assuming you are staying with the exact same sized tires as before then its not required; but a good idea to have the alignment checked or have it done if you have not had the wheels aligned before. With so many sub-par alignment shops/mechanics and/or the lack of routine alignment machine calibration, some times may be better off just to leave the alignment alone if your current tires are not showing any irregular wear... if that is the case, I would just keep a close eye on the new tires, if there is any sign of uneven wear, then I will take the car in for an alignment, My 2 cents. Good luck!   http://www.tirerack.com/tires/TireSearchResults.jsp?tireIndex=1&autoMake=GMC&aut- oYear=2007&autoModel=Yukon+Denali&autoModClar=&width=275/&ratio=55&diameter=20&s- ortCode=60062&skipOver=true&minSpeedRating=S&minLoadRating=S&tab=All   http://www.discounttire.com/dtcs/toggleShowingAllTireProducts.do?fcpr=&c=3&rcz=6- 0560&ar=55&fcsr=&rf=true&fcs=false&rd=20&ct=null&rc=ILCINT&cs=275&dVeh=dVeh&yr=2- 007&fclr=&cf=false&vid=010279&fcb=&sw=false
#26 of 26 Re: Steering Wheel Wobble [DJAucutt] by oldorange Oct 28, 2009 (9:40 am)
Replying to: DJAucutt (Nov 28, 2008 6:51 pm) Not sure if this is the same, but I have 4 goodyear wranglers 265 75 r 16 on a GMC yukon (they were on my GMC suburban too) and both SUV's had the same wobble or vibration at about the same speed range, that is, it was most noticable between 65 and 80mph. the tires have been balanced 3 times now by different shops and this has not changed these F'd up tires. I blame the GOODYEARS for this and have not had the time or energy to seek out a real solution since they are out of warranty based on time (2 years) not treadwear (less than 2/32). I should have pursued it at the beginning. I have heard there is a better balancing / round / performance whatever tester that can determine if the tires have other problems like being out of "round", but do not know where to find one. maybe an authorized goodyear shop.

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