1999-2007 Silverado / Sierra Buyers Guide (GMT800 Common Problems, Specs, Engines)
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Chevy Silverado / GMC Sierra Buyers Guide! Everything you need to know before buying a used Silverado / Sierra.
When developing the new GMT 800 series pickup trucks GM have to be really careful. How could they modernize the Chevy/Gmc pickup without alienating the huge C/K truck fan base?
They made disc brakes standard on all models, provided buyer's with a new generation of powerful Vortec engines, introduced a stiff new frame with hydro-formed rails, and appealed to customers by offering a wide variety of convenience and luxury features.
Since this is a new generation of pickup truck that GM completely re-engineered and redesigned they changed the CK name to the Silverado for Chevrolet and Sierra for GMC. GM wanted buyers to know that their new generation of pickup truck Road better handled better stop quicker and was more powerful and comfortable than ever before.
In terms of the exterior design, the gmt800 series trucks were an evolution of the styling found on the CK 1500. The Exterior styling of the GMC and the Chevrolet we're much more conservative and low key when compared to the semi truck aesthetic of the Dodge Ram or the aerodynamically styled F-150 of the day. According to GM, their truck buyers were really loyal to the brand and wanted styling that resembled the look of the C K 1500 trucks. Compared to the Chevrolet version, the GMCs get specific body work for the hood, front fenders, bumpers, Grill, and finally unique-looking composite headlamps.
For 2003, the Silverado version received a mildly aggressive redesign of its front end. There's new headlights that are positioned at an angle, a revised grille with prominent Chevy bowtie, and a new aerodynamically styled Hood. The front fenders and rear tail lights were also redesigned to give a more powerful look. For the 2006 model year, the hood was redesigned and now Sports a power Dome look. This new hood combined with the aggressive front fascia created a more aggressive look for the Silverado.
The Sierra and Silverado were available as a regular cab, extended cab with three doors in 99 and 4 doors from 2000 on, and a crew cab starting in 2001 on the HD models and becoming available on the 1500 non HD in 2004.
In terms of bed lengths buyers could specify a fleetside 6 1/2ft short box or long box at 8 ft and 6 1/2ft sportside short box.
If you're looking to buy one of these trucks, there are some common issues that you should be mindful of when looking at the exterior of the vehicle. First and foremost, is rust. Rust can eat away at the vehicle's Body Work frame and bed. The most common areas for rot is the rear Fender arches, the cab corners, and finally the rocker panels. This is especially true if you live in an area where it's cold and they use salt or other chemicals on the roads.
When inspecting a truck, it's really important to get down low and look closely at the areas mentioned to ensure that rust has not taken over the vehicle.
In addition to the Bodywork, it's critical that you look at the frame to ensure it structurally sound. After being exposed to the elements, the frames can rust and sometimes even crack, making the vehicle on safe to drive. Take a close look at the brake lines and fuel lines as well. You'll want to ensure that these have been rusted through and are in good shape.
The interior of the GMT 800 series trucks we're also very conservatively designed and styled. Compared to the C K 1500 the interior was all new that included a large speedometer and tachometer as well as other smaller gauges for pertinent vehicle information. The sound system sits above the HVAC system and the controls are logically laid out and easy to use.
Some of the problems may run across with the interior of the vehicle include broken door handles and grab handles on the door panels, torn bottom seat bolsters, flaking or peeling paint on the dashboard and other materials, gauges that don't work (this can be repaired but good to watch out for), and faulty dimmer switches causing no dash or headlights and other electric issues.
The GMT 800 series trucks are powered by a series of vortec engines. The entry-level engine, is a 4.3 L Vortec V6. From 1998 to 2003 the engine made 200 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque. For the 2004 to 2006 model year it got a slight decrease in a horsepower to 195 but remained at 260 pound feet of torque.
The next engine is a 4.8 L Vortec 4800 series V8. From 98 through 99 this engine made 255 horsepower and 285 pound feet of torque at 4000 RPM. In mm, it got a bump to 270 horsepower and torque remain the same, and in 2004 it got another increase 285 horsepower and 295 pound-feet of torque.
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Hands down the best gm platform ever cheap reliable and plentiful....
@Noslime
3 жыл бұрын
They aren’t cheap anymore
@jjj55561
2 жыл бұрын
@@Noslime well said.
@mazebankofficial1644
2 жыл бұрын
@El Sucio Federali to be fair tho, cloth seats are 12 times better than leather
I had a 1999 GMC Sierra hands down the best truck I ever owned it had 321,000 miles on it when I sold it and it was nothing wrong with it and it was running strong I wish I would have kept it
Damn this was in-depth
Very well done video. Would have liked if you discussed the 8.1L and Allison transmission options in greater detail.
@mrgmc6314
3 жыл бұрын
I own that combo on a 03 gmc crew cab 2500 HD short box .... my father in law Owns a 04 avalanche 2500 with the 8.1 but the 4l80 ..... both are great trucks
I'll go ahead and put this here in case someone is having this issue and can't figure it out. But, if you're slowly burning oil and have small amounts of white smoke come out on start, it could be the drivers side valve cover. A problem from when it was made, is that the valve cover where the pressure escapes, oil would get in there cause the hole was too big, and the hole for that excess oil to drip out was too small, it would get clogged. You can either drill it out to make it bigger, though you risk metal shavings, or buy an after market part, I haven't had a problem with it since. I have a 2007 chevy silverado 1500 classic.
I Ben driving one for 24years and still got it no rust on it
I had a 1999 silverado reg cab with the 4.8 v8 4wd. Great truck
I have a 03 Silverado SS and a 03 2500HD. Basically the same 6.0l motor. Strong, reliable trucks. I'm very happy with them & would recommend those years to anyone. 👍
@KoaGuy
2 жыл бұрын
They are very similar but are different the SS has an LQ9 while your 3/4 ton has the LQ4
@Lightning7474.
2 жыл бұрын
@@KoaGuy are both motors a good platform easy horsepower?
5.3 has a little common oil leak from the gasket above the oil filter under a small plate where an optional oil cooler can be installed. Looks like rear main but instead it’s a simple little gasket quick cheap repair.
I have a 2000 Chevrolet Silverado LT with 203000 miles on it I've had it for 4 years 2nd owner No rust whatsoever Interior like new When people see it they think it's 10 years newer than it is Only thing I've done is put dual exhaust on it I'll have this truck forever built like a rock
Very good, comprehensive evaluation.
If you guys dislike how your beds rust, Stepside, Protec, and quadsteer beds have fiberglass and plastic in the areas that would commonly rust away, so concider one of those beds instead of a steel bed.
Awesome video just picked up a well used 2002 gmc sierra 1500 4.3 V6 vortec with 403000 miles running strong 💪but needs some small work
Very good info
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Awesome video and very informative 🔥🔥🔥🤟🤟🤟🤟🤟🤟
I have a 2004 silverado V6 for arround 16 years. very good truck.
Hate GM but absolutely love these trucks and the C/K before them.
The one thing iv learned is that these engines can't be killed but forget to change the oil and you'll have a nasty tick coming from the lifters always listen for a tick when you buy one of these to ensure it was taken care of and not abused also look at the exhaust manifold bolts especially on the right side near the firewall because they tend to break off otherwise these are the best truck iv seen they just don't die
@kandacepatterson7965
2 жыл бұрын
Mine has the tick but had my mechanich replace the valve cover gasket...he said no damage to the engine....running synthetic. Shes a beast 144k i love her.
Currently have a 2007 Silverado Classic LS with the V6. 198000 miles, regular cab with 8 foot bed. My favorite thing about it is it's probably one of the last manual transmissions made with cruise control for chevrolet
The clear coat and then the paint on the hood and roof, easily fixed and dammit I love my old Silverado! 03 4.3 extended cab short bed well over 300,000 miles and I can get in it right now and drive it across the country and not worry!
@kandacepatterson7965
2 жыл бұрын
Love this and agree..mine is a work truck roll up windows😁have only done reg tune ups and oil changes she has 144k miles Im.going to driver forever. I'll. Die befor my Gypsy does!
@georgeperkins4171
Ай бұрын
@@kandacepatterson7965it’s just broke in. I’m at 270000m. In my 2000
Best truck on the planet
I'm a BowTie guy till I Die first off. I work in the junkyard business and have seen and have had multiple these trucks. My 99 2wd extra cab 1500 w5.3 2nd owner had high miles when I got it. Did all the regular work brake lines fuel lines. Drone that truck till 356,000 miles and then sold it. Most need the frame cross bars replaced. If you can do the work you're self it's worth it. They run forever.
Like many others... I have the very rusty brake lines,found aftermarket kits pre bent all for under 100$. When below 40 air temp my radio and key chine are inop. The truck an 2003 LT rides 3xcellent as loaded as my Cadillac with features and comforts. Add like restoration company's for old school vehicles have lot to make the truck new again. I was going to upgrade to 13 cadillac escalade ext for my company vehicle At the moment not so certian, making a list of problems and parts,get my prices. Believe I will have a winner.
I have a 2005 Silverado 1500 crewcab 5.3. It only has 130,000 miles and these are the issues I have had since I bought it new. Steering intermediate shaft, stepper motors in the gauges, oil cooler line leak, CD player doesn't work, seat beat buckle. Other than oil changes, brake job, tires it has been a great truck.
EXCELLENT VIDEO. SUB'd
Knock sensors is one of the biggest issues I and many others have experienced with my 05 tahoe 5.3
Back in 2002 I bought a Sierra L. S with the 5.3 Had it. Till 2016, when my wife totaled it 309000 miles on it. awesome truck. No problems. With it at all. By the way, the wife was fine. Next in 2018 I bought a 2000 Silverado with a 138000 miles. Just gave it to my son 8 months ago. It had 220000 miles on it had to replace The transmission. and the radiator. Other than that, it was a great truck. 4 months ago I bought a 2002 Sierra SLT with 55000 miles on it. One owner garage kept It's in pristine condition. It has 2 tone paint, black and Gray. With black interior leather. No rust whatsoever. I had to pay top dollar for it But it was worth it will keep this track forever.I love it
@georgeperkins4171
Ай бұрын
The trucks downfall was a woman. But glad shes ok. You can replace a truck but not a wife….oh, wait, you can.
@georgeperkins4171
Ай бұрын
What a find!
@jackwyatt4184
Ай бұрын
@@georgeperkins4171 No truer words have been spoken.
Just picked up a 2000 2500 LS extended cab with 148k on the clock. This truck os in pretty good shape. Replacing the seat covers, putting in a spray in or paint bed liner. Some scratches and a nice bubble in the hood paint but overall this thing is a beast. Bought it to haul my travel trailer around. Traded an F150 for a Volt a little over a year ago and the Volt, while a fantastic vehicle, just laughs when I put it near the trailer. 14 months of the rv sitting in storage is about to come to an end with my new/old Silverado 2500
@user-wj9wq7mk4h
10 ай бұрын
I'm not even sure why they built a 2500 non HD. It has higher gearing and a semi float rear end
@MyLifeThai371
29 күн бұрын
@@user-wj9wq7mk4h My grandparents bought the 2000 non HD 4x4 brand new. It gets 16 mpg on long trips with the 6.0L. That's why.
@user-wj9wq7mk4h
29 күн бұрын
@@MyLifeThai371 so they bought it to use as a road trip vehicle?
@MyLifeThai371
29 күн бұрын
@@user-wj9wq7mk4h They bought it because they needed a reliable 4x4 to take my Aunt to her cancer treatments 600 miles roundtrip during the winter. If she wouldn't have had cancer they would have just kept using their 1970 F-250 High Boy as their only pickup on the farm.
I have the 6.0 lq4 engine in me 2002 gmc sierra denali, it's got 325 hp, and 480 ibs of torque. I also have the quadrasteer and AWD (not 4wd) I love this trucks mostly because it was passed down from my grand father. I've never had any problems except the MAF sensor going out.
@KoaGuy
2 жыл бұрын
LQ4s make 360-370 lbs-ft of torque I assume the "480lbs of torque" was a typo
@lincoln4536
2 жыл бұрын
@@KoaGuy yeah it was, my bad. I didn't even notice it
I have an 04 ss and i love it
@thatvegashighrisedude2757
3 жыл бұрын
06 SS and I'm on love as well !
@georgeperkins4171
Ай бұрын
@@thatvegashighrisedude2757don’t some come with a 454?
@thatvegashighrisedude2757
Ай бұрын
@@georgeperkins4171 the older models yes I believe it was 1990-1993
Pretty accurate list. The cracked heads is fairly uncommon but it is a fairly severe problem if it does.
@rustyshackleford407
2 жыл бұрын
Good to hear it isn’t super common…. I have the 862 but whenever I search for actual pics or occurrences of the “Castech Crack” issue I only come across 706s?
@1984Cutlass2nv
2 жыл бұрын
@@rustyshackleford407 mine are 706. So far 9300 hours and 211k miles with no issues. Hopefully if they last that long they're good forever.
@rustyshackleford407
2 жыл бұрын
@@1984Cutlass2nv Well I hear the 706 are slightly better for performance because they’re kind of like a polished out 862… something to do with the casting process idk…. I think I read it on ls1tech
@1984Cutlass2nv
2 жыл бұрын
@@rustyshackleford407 with all my survey gear probably putting the weight above the payload...it doesn't have a lot of torque but it sure pulls hard at 5000+RPM for a little 4.8. It'd be interesting to know if that is true about the heads. My spare 5.3s both have the same 706 castings on them. One 2000 and one 2002.
@notbuyingit8047
11 ай бұрын
I have 706 as well but not the same casting symbol under the rocker arm rail as id’d in this video. You’ll need to remove the valve cover and rockers to see it. 236,000 miles so far without this problem
Have a 2000 chevy silverado ext cab 4.8 v8 2wd drive with 150000 miles brought with bad transmission fixed it been a good truck had it for a year
@buzztrucker
3 жыл бұрын
I have 2000 Silverado Ext. Cab 5.3 V8 4x4 with over 175k and it has ZERO major issues. Only had to replace an ignition switch and a fuel pump.
@juanguerrero2282
3 жыл бұрын
I have a 2000 gmc sierra ext cab with 290,000 miles no major issues
I bought my 2005 4.3 regular cab new for $18K. It's at 188K miles and all I've had to fix is the front wheel bearings and rebuild the cluster. Being in Texas, I don't have to deal with the rust problem. Haven't had a car payment in 12 years and plan on going another 15 years without one.
@kandacepatterson7965
2 жыл бұрын
Mine is 2003...paid off in 2009...no problems ...JUST put new brakes all around. Just change oil..plugs and replaced the valve cover. Only 144k miles.
@MrHuck
2 жыл бұрын
No payment option is best option on a vehicle hands down. My 99 Sierra has 133k and I have a 06 Civic for work commute. It will be a while before needing payments and even then may opt to pay off when I buy something.
@garrettstrutz7421
Жыл бұрын
Absolutely love my 01 5.3 had to replace the water pump around 160k but it was so easy. These trucks are definitely worth rebuilding transmissions too can get a lot of miles from these
I have the notorious bouncy fuel guage and spongy but perfectly useable brakes.
@darrellb4305
3 жыл бұрын
U and me both lol
@spaghetts
3 жыл бұрын
Have you tried replacing the brake fluid? My cheap yukon had spongey brakes when I bought it, changed the brake fluid twice and they feel perfect now
@AZsmoothrider
3 жыл бұрын
@@spaghetts I have not, but it is on the "to do" list. Thanks for the tip.
@boomerbits2297
3 жыл бұрын
My fuel gauge shows low fuel warning light and sits on empty at start up. After a few miles it starts working. Any ideas what is causing this. Sure am not going to pull the sender as I am sure it lives in the gas tank
@buzztrucker
3 жыл бұрын
Yep. Common in these years! Experience both.
I have an 02 1500HD and I think really the only thing you missed it that over time the exhaust manifold bolts can crack causing a ticking noise but it will not lead to any mechanical issues
@kandacepatterson7965
2 жыл бұрын
I have 2003....it sounds like a lifter.. But could it be that?
@georgeperkins4171
Ай бұрын
He did mention that didn’t he.
My 2004 Tahoe was awesome she ran till 289k and then only needed a rear-end sold to my friend got a 2016 and hate it
'06 4.3 V6 mated to manual transmission and 4x4!
@morgancoldfirecoldfire8256
2 жыл бұрын
dream truck
I had a 99. Frame rotted. I have an 05 frame and body mounts rotted. Evap leak. Replaced transfercase motor. Transmission control module. Abs problems and front brakes stick. I'm done with older trucks lol.
These are prone to problems with the front hubs. The tone ring rusts, the bearings get loose, and antilock triggers at low speed stops on dry pavement. Fuel lines, evap vent lines, and brake lines all rust out. Rear spring shackles rust and break if you don't catch them in time. I had the 4.3 with a chronic oil leak at the front seal. Had to have the intake manifold gaskets done when I found coolant leaking into the oil, too. Dash and radio light bulbs are soldered in and hard to replace. Minor but annoying problem: the pivot point behind the tailgate handle gets sticky and keeps the tailgate from latching. If your tailgate is falling open, pull the plastic trim behind the handle out and lube the pivot in the middle of the latch cables. Mine was a 2002 Chevrolet WT bought new. It had the rare 5 speed manual.
@KoaGuy
2 жыл бұрын
My fix for the ABS is to get rid of it. I have never liked the activation of the ABS and the few occasions it has gone off it was because of a failure in the system. I've had a few of these trucks, they are really solid overall. Rust is manageable if you clean it often. I live in MN and never had a frame go bad on any of mine but the lines and shackles have.
@AcmeRacing
2 жыл бұрын
@@KoaGuy At 15 years old with 170,000 miles my frame was still good. The bottoms of the doors were rusting out and the second gear synchro was worn out. I traded it rather than investing in a trans rebuild, clutch, and door shells or patches. I got my money's worth but the recurring front hub/anti-lock issue was annoying.
@loritobin2578
8 ай бұрын
Fixes that worked for me with the antilock activating was to remove the sensors, clean the hub assembly as rust develops and with that swelling pushes out the sensor causing the ABS to not work properly and activates when you are almost stopped. Check the sensor head to make sure there isn't any rust on it and clean as necessary. Add some antisieze lubricant onto the hub and sensor head and put it back together, and you are good to go.
03 Silverado 1500... Only issue is persisting check engine light with evap code... everything has been replaced and it still persists. Wondering if it's the fuel pump?
I have an 01 GM Sierra 275k the 4wd light comes on thanks for the video info about the actuator how much to repair ?
I had an '05 GMC Sierra quad cab with the 5.3 V8. The speedometer would quit going down the road after about an hour of driving. If you followed the computer's oil life percentage values, the engine oil would have clumps in it when oil change time arrived. I had to keep the spare tire in the bed as the cable winch for holding it in the bed froze up and I couldn't find a replacement either from the dealer, aftermarket or in a junkyard. Apparently that was an all too common part to fail and replacements were just unavailable. This was the truck that finally made me swear off GM products.
@zxJC34xz
3 жыл бұрын
Willy McCoy ok
@psor9983
3 жыл бұрын
the truck i just looked at had a wide cargo strap holding the spare tire in place. I thought that was a really good solution so you didn't have to keep it in the bed
@KoaGuy
2 жыл бұрын
Why would you ever follow the "oil life percentage" that is a recipe for disaster for any manufacturer
@garrettstrutz7421
Жыл бұрын
Just use full synthetic oil and a good filter and it will easily go 7-10k miles per change. These really are amazing trucks that are easy and cheap to fix. Have an 01 with a 5.3 with 165k and it still runs and drives really good. They get weird quirks but are such good trucks and easy to work on and maintain. Just had to replace the water pump super easy and cheap. I do hate the abs systems on these I prefer them not to work. I love my truck and just keep looking for excuses to replace it but I can’t find any reasons. Just wash them good and often and it will prevent rust make sure to spray off in wheel wells and underneath too. Wish GMC made vehicles like this still
03 4.3 v6
I have a 04 Silverado crew cab with step side bed
About the heads all 4.8/5.3 came with either 862/706 heads and not all of these had that issue replacing the head to either 243/799 heads are common but not necessarily a have to on a stock application as these were used on newer 4.8/5.3 (combustion chamber 64cc) but 317 is a no go don't replace the stock heads with the 317 castings as those only came in the 6.0 these heads have a larger combustion chamber (71cc vs 61cc) resulting in a drop in compression and poor engine performance when used on a 4.8/5.3
@kandacepatterson7965
2 жыл бұрын
Smart!
Reduced engine power is the throttle position sensor
They didn't make disc brakes standard on all models in this series... most of them had rear disc, but the standard rear brake was still a drum rear on certain trim levels.
862 heads on my 2001 yukon 231,000 miles...zero issues 862 heads on my 2001 sierra 260,000 miles.... Zero issues
I’m restoring a 2003 Silverado 1500 LS. One thing that really bugs me is the horn not working, it works when the alarm goes off but not when I press it. Also got a check engine light on 😅 but funny thing is that transmission and engine work pretty well might be a sensor or something .
@georgeperkins4171
Ай бұрын
Either in the steering wheel contact or check relays
Just bought an 03 GMC 2500HD with a 148000 miles on it with minimal rust. Interior is excellent shape. Had to replace fuel lines and the arm rest center console has a huge crack in it. Otherwise a solid truck
@thecuzzin
7 ай бұрын
Still going strong?
@johnh4863
7 ай бұрын
Update on the Sierra It has 168,000 truck got very worn out after this comment. I'll leave it that, truck is running good. Also the interior is in excellent shape for its age.
These are the best modern trucks made and if it wasn't for rust, they'd go for 40+ years. The only trucks that compare for their generation are the 67-72 c10 and a lot of those are still on the road.
I have had square body pick ups, obs, and gmt 800 pick ups. Gmt 800 are better at everything. Best truck they ever built. Just wish sheet metal was better. My only complaint.
There's problems..electrical, four wheel drive actuator, light duty transmission.. but some of them actually lasted quite a long time for what they were, fuel pumps and hangers, gauge clusters, lots of rust, this and that. But they were still as good as Ford and Dodge.. and believe it or not Tundra had issues. You just have to know going in you're going to have to repair it. I am not a fan of GM alternators and starters but they did do a little better than the predecessor model. Oil pressure switches and their design.. and avoid the AFM or have it shut off if you get one that has it. A little more gasoline is a lot better than an engine. I don't think there's been a perfect truck since the 70s
@jew0182
10 ай бұрын
So true.
@georgeperkins4171
Ай бұрын
“As good as fords and dodges”? How dare you compare them to that trash! 😮
I have a 99 long bed with 4.8 it’s rough on cold start any tips?
I want a 2000 Chevrolet Silverado LS Extended cab 4.8 4x4 with the *Factory* 5 speed manual
@brandongrover1168
3 жыл бұрын
That is the DREAM. 4.8L for the mileage, 4x4 with the manual. I've seen them spec'd that way but they're super rare.
@haydenreyes4621
3 жыл бұрын
@@brandongrover1168 yep
@zxJC34xz
3 жыл бұрын
Brandon Grover 4.8 wastes more gas than the 5.3 😹
@brandongrover1168
3 жыл бұрын
MexiKingiCon you could only get the manual with the 4.8
@haydenreyes4621
3 жыл бұрын
@@zxJC34xz don't care its a truck anyways not a prius 😂😂😂
Wasn’t the intimidator trim exclusively on the Chevy impala ss?
Im surprised the 5.3 chirp wasn't mentioned
@buzztrucker
3 жыл бұрын
All too familiar!
These trucks 2006 and older were the best trucks chevy made. The newer stuff is garbage from what I gather. How sad.
"Or other electrical issues within the cabin" is a polite way of saying, "You're going to be tinkering with annoying electrical bugs and glitches until you sell the dang thing."
@mrgmc6314
3 жыл бұрын
Or just buy a fresh wire harnes
@LotsOfPaypa
3 жыл бұрын
This is usually a battery or alternator going bad... I had this problem until I changed the alternator and I been free of any issues for six months now...
@KoaGuy
2 жыл бұрын
Typical electrical issues are just grounding issues which are really easy to fix
@brianp6965
2 жыл бұрын
@@KoaGuy No, no, no. GM printed circuit boards are junk, just look up some instrument cluster repair videos. I found shoddy solder joints on my IC and rearview mirror. Driver's door module isn't conformal coated so moisture + dust causes bizarre behavior like the seat heaters coming on uncommanded. The HVAC control module is so bad, Dorman reproduces it. Dorman! Never had any of these problems with Fords. They're an electrical nightmare.
@KoaGuy
2 жыл бұрын
@@brianp6965 The gauge cluster issue is a simple 100 dollar fix send it out a guy fixes it and its fine for the life of the truck. I mean other issues like the ground straps for the chassis off the engine break over time
Best gm truck ever built actually 2nd gen Sierra btw
@georgeperkins4171
Ай бұрын
Why? Because you own one? Isn’t that the “govt motors”era? I personally never like the wall-eyed look of the 07 yrs. The best? The 2000. Why? Because I own one.😊
The body control module is known for going bad. And causing a drain on the battery.
Had a 2000 with the switch on the dash where u can turn passenger air bag on or off. There was a switch there that made all four tires turn. At once. Text me back if u never heard this before but so so true.
4.8L to
Always put dealers fuel pumps in no company aftermarket works.
Chevrolet ❤
Muy 03 has cold electrical problems... Key chine inoperative Stereo no sound. Once the temp is above 40 or hvac warms the interior then all works fine.
@KoaGuy
2 жыл бұрын
Check your grounds, old truck probably has some broken grounds
@jeffalan6339
2 жыл бұрын
@@KoaGuy my guess is rusted grounds as well.
Tow haul wire cutting itself, spare tire not deploying, tailgate falling open while driving, ac resistor burning out, steering wheel bushing wearing out (causes shudder while driving). Good video tho
@robwilliams682
3 жыл бұрын
All those problems seem minor, compared to blowing spark plugs out of the head or your transmission failing at 60000 miles. I've got an 03 4.3 with well over three hundred thousand miles on it and that's all it has been this whole time is just little stupid s***, pretty much everything you just stated LOL
@AcmeRacing
2 жыл бұрын
Pop the plastic trim out from the tailgate handle. Behind it you'll see two levers on a pivot, with each one attached to a cable that goes to the tailgate latches. Lube the pivot and your tailgate will latch and stay closed. You're welcome.
@kandacepatterson7965
2 жыл бұрын
Dam your must have some offbthebline on a Friday!😖
How about one on the 88-98 C/K?
@haydenreyes4621
4 жыл бұрын
He made one already
@UsefulVids
3 жыл бұрын
@@haydenreyes4621 Thanks, I have! kzread.info/dash/bejne/ooCnj62Qg9jJmtI.html
I have a 2004 chevy Silverado 1500 4.3l online on real car reviews they have a lot of a 100% failure rates on common problems i have fixed a lot of them already
Snapped exhaust manifold bolts
My 2000 Chevy Silverado message center says low coolant and I just filled it
@MyLifeThai371
29 күн бұрын
Replace the sensor
You dont want a 317 head on a 5.3. That is 6.0 head and is designed for 4.0 inch bore. It would loose a lot of compression on a 5.3 and run poorly. If you change cylinder heads only use 4.8 and 5.3 castings on 5.3 engines.
Evap codes, g80 rear ends going out, trans not the strongest, tcase likes to put holes in the case. Ball joints are weak, Blend door issues, driver side heated seat goes out. Wheel bearing suck, automatic climate can cut out on the screen. Power steering pumps can snap that shaft off. O2 sensors, probably is more but over all not a bad truck. Keep up on your maintenance.
@KoaGuy
2 жыл бұрын
Never heard of the pump snapping a steering shaft in half. And the only time Ive seen G80s go bad is people abusing the truck beyond reason. Ball joints are stout and greaseable, only seen big wheel and tires with lift kits wipe out ball joints (aside from having a gazillion miles). And not all the transmission options are weak.
@travisjohnson8289
2 жыл бұрын
@@KoaGuy If you follow the the page of the gmt 800. It happens all the time. The most recent one I know of snapping the shaft was on an avalanche close to 300k I believe an he was hauling a camper an he made a sharp turn an snap the pump.
The 862 is also a good head the 706 is junk I had a 99 5.3 Sierra had 417k original engine the thing was a tank it had 862 heads my 5.3 02 suburban had 706 and it was garbage the engine drank coolant on its final 2 weeks of life
@zxJC34xz
3 жыл бұрын
Bowtie Bastard yeah you obviously don’t know much lol ...
Does anyone know what the 800 stands for?
@MyLifeThai371
29 күн бұрын
The Terminator
Like 9/10 of those you get in have a lifter tick
2005 Chevy Silveroda with 4.3 are pos not even worth the tax.
a 59 gmc beats them all in my opinion.drove a 59 allmost 25 years it got stp stolen and wrecked bad. aint been satisfied with anything since. hell with all this new crap
Heater control actuators are junk
@MrHuck
3 жыл бұрын
Mine that controls the recirculating air started making noise and doesn’t work. Manage to unplug it and live without. Truck isn’t my main transportation now. Drive a Civic mostly for gas mileage but truck is still solid.
@wallyfronzaglio372
3 жыл бұрын
@@MrHuck that's what I did
A piece of crap C channel frame. Held mud dirt and rotted. Luckily the people took very good care of it. Yes. It had to go get the crossmember was cracked at point of attachment both left and right He beefed up the frames by boxing up the frame in various points. A. Note. Have the U joint caps tack welded in. If ya don’t. They WILL fly off resulting in a driveshaft falling out And service not. Get the transmission serviced around or near 100k. If not about 125-135k. You will need a transmission. I have the 4.3L V6. They last for up to 300k. And do not forget. The crappy fuel pumps on all the trucks.
What a piece of junk truck. Seven fuel pumps in one year! Constant rotor problems, constant brake caliper problems, constant exhaust manifold problems, constant drag link problems, bad wheel bearings, faulty coil packs, faulty o2 sensors. This truck was a money pit! Never ending black hole of abyss. Truck left me stranded over 20 times in 4 years!
@LotsOfPaypa
3 жыл бұрын
Someone took advantage of you and sold you crap. I have had my 2004 for 4 years and only needed to change a water pump, alternator and battery over the 80,000 miles I have had it lol
@timeverett7828
3 жыл бұрын
@@LotsOfPaypa I bought the truck new In 2002 and ditched it in 2007 for a dodge that currently has 840,000 miles and still going strong!
@aenancen7158
3 жыл бұрын
@@timeverett7828 840 huh, yeah ok
@timeverett7828
3 жыл бұрын
@@aenancen7158 factual... no guff...
@LotsOfPaypa
3 жыл бұрын
@@timeverett7828 lemons exist in all brands, too bad you were the unlucky pick... Another reason I never buy new... I bet the new owner of your old chevy is still driving it down the road trouble free...
V6 gas mileage is terrible
@Raymasseyus
3 жыл бұрын
What do you get for mpg?
@wallyfronzaglio372
3 жыл бұрын
@@Raymasseyus 12 around town
@Raymasseyus
3 жыл бұрын
@@wallyfronzaglio372 thanks for the warning. I just got one. Mine is running rich right now and plugging up the cats so we need to see what that is. I haven't even gotten to see what the mileage is like yet
@willymccoy3427
3 жыл бұрын
Check your O2 sensors.
@TheJokerman1993
3 жыл бұрын
It ain’t worth a fuck might as well get the V8
The Best Exterior, the worst interior
Or it's 50 bellow. Ideal will go up n down. Think we would freeze solid. And going down a hyw 100km 50 below. Not to much heat but she was the best.
88 3 door,/89. 2000 three gone where four. Suicide doors.
Under coat. Under coat. Under coat
Don't buy a extra cab. Ever. Single is the best 99/2000/03/04
Currently have a 2007 Silverado Classic LS with the V6. 198000 miles, regular cab with 8 foot bed. My favorite thing about it is it's probably one of the last manual transmissions made with cruise control for chevrolet