2004 daily driver 290+ miles on her as im writing this now. 😎 My wife's is a travelling nurse so we been thru the mountains of colorado, Ozarks mountains. All through Dallas Forth Worth metro plex for the past 10 years Made it back home here in Chicago July 9 2019...just passed emissions Nov 2019. Greatest truck on earth. She never left me and always gave me forewarning before any thing starts to become faulty. Going through mountain with ease loaded down...i remember the friends i made in Denver called it the Beverly hillbillies truck i had her loaded down and she took those mountains like flat land. I have no reason to give her up and she still standing strong like if she just came out the factory this morning. So yes i agree when you said the greatest truck ever built.

@Kingcustomz

4 жыл бұрын

Wow that's amazing man, hopefully I can get mine to that standard. This truck is the greatest truck ever made, I definitely agree

The favorite part of my avalanche is that it’s on the Chevy suburban chassis so therefore it drives like a big car or a really nice driving truck all at the same time. Love love love love my avalanche. I think it’s going to be my forever truck. I had Silverado pick ups for 20 years but I love my avalanche more than any of the trucks!

@Kingcustomz

2 жыл бұрын

yes, I definitely understand the feeling. I love my avalanche as well and it will definitely be my forever truck also

I've owned a 82 89 99 chevy truck. They all had several 100 thousand miles. They were all good trucks. I now own a 2005 avalanche Z71. I love it. Drives smoothe and has plenty of pulling power when needed. Oh yes I've loaded it down with 8ft lumber with the mid gate down .

@Kingcustomz

Ай бұрын

thats the way to do it

Best camping truck ever! Kept a warranty on my 2008 Avalanche which changed out the lifters and associated parts around110K. Now at 195K+ miles she runs just as smooth as when I bought her and the non-leather seats show very little wear. I simply upgraded the radio head to a touch screen, got her repainted, and changed the grill out. Loved my choice to keep her as there are no other such versatile truck out there unless you want to spend thousands on the Chevy Lightning EV all electric.

@Kingcustomz

27 күн бұрын

ew on the lightning lol, yes these trucks are awesome

Love my Avalanche. Nice vision board in the background.

@Kingcustomz

4 жыл бұрын

I love mine too 🙂 and thank you so much. I have a goals to meet lol..😁

Im a ford man but recently bought a chevy avalanche and im in love

@Kingcustomz

Ай бұрын

fords are good too but this truck is something else

2003 Z71 1500, 193K miles. Bought in 2015 with 114K miles. Had some teething problems, mechanic I hired to look at it missed the leaking water pump and blown intake manifold as well the tie rods. Had a carfax but didn't tell much. Truck came with new 20" wheels and tires. Had the pump and intake done, new plugs, wires and belts, tie rods and pitman arm. Had complete drivetrain gone thru. For some reason, this truck for the first year of ownership ate calipers and rotors. Changed to a different brand of brake gear and since then just normal wear. New beefier struts improved the ride tremendously. Being a Michigan truck began to show surface rust on front quarters, rockers are rusted. Just replaced the radiator a week ago. Overall, it has been a great ruck. Rides great, fun to drive, holds anything i need. Have a had full yard of topsoil in bed with no issues. Get up to 90mph on the highway and don't even notice the ride is so smooth. When this one's days are over I will get anotherr one.

@Kingcustomz

3 жыл бұрын

oh man, that's awesome, glad they fixed everything for you... I'm glad your gonna get another one when this one goes... what kind of suspension do you have?

@davidpastor9976

3 жыл бұрын

@@Kingcustomz the suspension is stock. Took the struts up a couple notches from the stock OEM'S that were on there. Not knowing what the previous five or six owners did or did not do to the truck, I just went ahead had all the recommended maintenance done to it.

@Kingcustomz

3 жыл бұрын

Ok what kind of struts did you get?

@davidpastor9976

3 жыл бұрын

@@Kingcustomz i recall they were monroes. but not the cheap entry levels. one notch below their air rides.

@Kingcustomz

3 жыл бұрын

Ok sweet. How do you like them so far?

Yes I agree because I have owned my Avalanche for more than twelve years and I love my Avalanche

@Kingcustomz

Ай бұрын

best trucks known to man

Awesome video! I agree with you about Chevrolet trucks. I started out years ago with an S10, followed by Siverado, 2 Colorados (LT and ZR2). Picked up a 2011 Avalanche LTZ in 2019 for $14000 with 98000 miles. This is the best out of the bunch. Like you said, there's no other like it. Been taking my dogs to the mountain on some hiking trips. Wife and kids are super comfortable inside. Hauling gardening stuff is a breeze, with the cavernous bed and midgate removal when needed. Just a minute ago, as I was watching your video via Aux, with the engine off, the dash reminded me to turn on the truck due to low battery. That's pretty cool. This is just an excellent family and utility vehicle.

@Kingcustomz

3 жыл бұрын

hahahah thanks for watching man, this truck is super amazing! it is always amazing with all its functions and the saddle bags are amazing too!!

I agree with you. I've got one with 280k on it. Best vehicle I've ever had. I work in construction, and my kids aren't exactly small anymore. It's spacious, comfortable, versatile, and powerful. My next vehicle will be an another Avalanche.

@Kingcustomz

3 жыл бұрын

Oh yeah brother, what year you thinking?

@starvethebeast6480

3 жыл бұрын

@@Kingcustomz haven't decided. I have a 2006 rn, and I love the cladding, but 2007, 2008 are pretty nice too. I'd be all over a 2012, but that's outa my price range. I've gotta have the leather, Bose speakers, and the sunroof.

@Kingcustomz

3 жыл бұрын

Oh man I feel yah. I love the cladding too.. it so armor like lol. Man get what you heart desires, you want a 2012 look around and I'm sure you will find a good deal

Just purchased a 2013 Z71 Black Diamond with 76K. I absolutely love this truck!!!

@Kingcustomz

2 ай бұрын

these trucks are awesome

My 2005 Avalanche and I owned it since 2008. Drove it from LA to Atl. One of the best part about the Avalanche is that the bed is completely flat.

@Kingcustomz

4 жыл бұрын

That was definitely a very comfortable ride.

Thank you I really needed to hear that one cuz I just bought an RV dry weight is 7600 so that kind of helps me out a little bit thank you very much

@Kingcustomz

Жыл бұрын

😁😁 you’re very welcome my friend

I have a 2oo8 LTZ3 6.0liter. One downfall is gas mileage when doing burnouts.

@Kingcustomz

4 жыл бұрын

Lmfaoooooooo you got videos of burnouts?

@HotRed00

3 жыл бұрын

wish I could find me a second gen with the 6.0 they are rare

@TaraConti

3 жыл бұрын

But it's worth every penny! 😉

@HotRed00

3 жыл бұрын

TJ333 yes they are the hard part is finding them with low miles

@Kingcustomz

3 жыл бұрын

Yes it is

Still watching your videos. Great job brother man

@Kingcustomz

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you man, I'll be in Jersey next week so I will have some avalanche videos coming

Yes I have a 2011 avalanche for 6 months now. Side pockets are nice and a lot of room. I love it. Had 69,500 now I have 7300 or close to it now. 😊😊

@Kingcustomz

9 ай бұрын

damn, you basically have a baby version for this avalanche

I just bought a 2005 z71 124K miles im excited

@Kingcustomz

11 ай бұрын

its a great truck, im excited for you

I love my Avalanche. Mine is 2008 but, was not first sold until 2011! I got it with 5k miles on it, and now have 156K on it! I love it!

@Kingcustomz

3 жыл бұрын

Sweet.man , i.love mine alot too. Hopefully yours can last forever😁

I have a 2004 4X4 Avalanche . Purchased it new. 219,000 miles. I love this Black on Black truck. I actually had it lifted in 2018. 6 inches. It looks like a TANK. Still rides as good as it always did. It has it issues every now and then but has never left me dead on the highway. And yes . If I could complain about anything it would be the graying of that plastic panel. Love your Videos!

@Kingcustomz

4 жыл бұрын

thank you so much for that, i really appreciate it. id definitely want to lift up my truck as well, i need to do a video on that! yes the plastic is annoying, ill probably do a restoration video on this plastic.

@deuswulf6193

3 жыл бұрын

Spray it down with truck liner. Problem solved.

@AlanTrades

2 жыл бұрын

Did you delete the air suspension?

@Kingcustomz

2 жыл бұрын

Mine never came with air suspension

I also love my Avalanche. I have the 2013 diamond edition. 99900 km's on it so far and it hasn't needed anything done, other than tires, the regular maintenance, and fixing the tailgate lock. Every time I take it in for the oil change, the dealership asks me if I'm ready to sell it yet. No thanks, it's paid off, low mileage and is solid. I love that I can camp in it, and fit lots of grandchildren in, lol.

@Kingcustomz

2 жыл бұрын

Oh sweet, you know you have a keep when the dealer is asking you for it. Black diamond are nice

@mabufinneser7208

2 жыл бұрын

how much did you pay for it if i may ask?

@jalodi

2 жыл бұрын

@@mabufinneser7208 We paid 80 thousand Canadian dollars total, paid off over 7 years.

@Kingcustomz

2 жыл бұрын

Dang that ain’t bad

@Kingcustomz

2 жыл бұрын

That’s not bad at all

1- They discontinued it because Of sales. They sold a lot of the last ones because they announced that it was going to be the last year. Problem is people were either wanting a tahoe or a Silverado they were not wanting to pay the money for the avalanche. Sadly a group of us was told by the designers of the avalanche that they will not be making another avalanche again. 2- It is the only truck of its kind no other vehicle has a mid gate that folds down. 3- Chrysler started putting saddlebags on the newer ram trucks. GMC was supposed to Hamon insert option for their pickups that had the saddlebags I don't know if they ever followed through with it or not. Anybody who I have ever seen to have on one love them

@Kingcustomz

4 жыл бұрын

All I can say Is I love this truck, I plan on having a collection of them lol

thanks for the video... just got one because of this video...

@Kingcustomz

3 жыл бұрын

Oh yeah. Thank you for watching. Glad you enjoyed it 😄😄😄🙃

I’ve got a 2005 5.3 Avalanche with the Silverado front end instead of all the plastics. Looks great, sounds great, and She rips

@Kingcustomz

3 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear that man, these are great vehicles

@vanwilder11822

Жыл бұрын

Same here man. :)

@Kingcustomz

Жыл бұрын

Heck yeah

💯 first time and now new subscriber greatest video I've seen on Avalanche pickup trucks you're my new hero and heroes don't always wear capes Albuquerque New Mexico in the house.👊🏼👍🏼❤ plus we don't want to be making more I become more valuable the rare they get

@Kingcustomz

Жыл бұрын

Awe thank you, totally appreciate that and really cool New Mexico. Yeah. And you’re definitely right it will be one of those rare vehicle later on 😬

The Avalanche is the best versatile truck on the road. My 02 Avalanche 5.3L has 385,600 + miles on the original engine still runs but knocks now from the lifters. I will be getting motor rebuilt soon, due mileage and I want the numbers to stay the same as it was from the factory. I had transmission rebuilt back in 2016 at about 320K miles, it's great for hauling ATV, and any type of work material. I really like it for fishing, side storage pockets great as a cooler; can be easily be rinse out at end of day fishing trip. If you have the hard top cover over bed it can hold at least 250 lbs with no problems.

@Kingcustomz

4 жыл бұрын

Wow man that's some mileage... you should check out my rebuild series on the motor if you havent already . AVALANCHE ENGINE REBUILD SERIES: kzread.info/head/PLlHVUMZIDW-WWTwyrqpGi90-qzW1EC53F

@aminenimer3100

4 жыл бұрын

I have an 02 avalanche. Amazing truck. Had it painted metallic blue with led lights and blue lights in the interior. So nice and easy to customize.

@Kingcustomz

4 жыл бұрын

Woah metallic blue. I love that color

Man, I JUST bought my very first 2013 black diamond edition, 75k miles on her, I haven't even broke her in yet. I can't wait to park my rig and go have fun with her, glad I stumbled across your channel!

@Kingcustomz

4 жыл бұрын

Oh that's very nice, congratulations... thank you for watching the videos.. you will definitely love your truck. It's an amazing work of art.

@KStatus7

4 жыл бұрын

@@Kingcustomz I appreciate that fam

@Kingcustomz

4 жыл бұрын

I appreciate you man, keep us up to date with your truck. Any problems you run into.. we all got yah!

Have an 03 Avalanche 2500 and it’s a beast. Love it and can tow great. Get between 10 to 16 MPG combined on how I drive it.

@Kingcustomz

3 жыл бұрын

i want one !!!!!

Mine is a 2008 Avalanche and I have loved it from the first day I bought it! Only regret I have is not buying the 2011 that was for sale at the same time! Love it!

@Kingcustomz

Жыл бұрын

im glad you love It. this really is a one of a kind vehicle

Had a 2002 Chevy Avalanche. I had it for 17 years, the last 7 years in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula with long cold brutal winters. The auto 4x4 setting worked flawless. I sold the truck with 230,000 miles on it. Only issues were some minor electrical issues and the tailgate latch broke in -20 degree temps. Best truck or car I ever owned.

@Kingcustomz

3 жыл бұрын

tail gate latch is expected to break in minus 20 degrees lol. but that is the best truck

@Lxrd_Rome

2 жыл бұрын

If you don’t mind me asking how much you sold your truck for? I’m looking to sell my 2004 model with 115,000 miles on it and I’m not sure how much i can get for it.

@oldguysrock2170

2 жыл бұрын

@@Lxrd_Rome : Sold it to a guy from Fargo for $$2800. The engine was strong, tranny good, cracked front bumper/plastic cover. Tailgate latch broken when I tried to open it in -30 temps. Window motors were starting to slow down. With all those things fixed, probably worth $6000. Yours having 115,000 and todays market for used trucks, yours is worth a lot more.

@Kingcustomz

2 жыл бұрын

These trucks are high in price at the moment. Current market lol

@Kingcustomz

2 жыл бұрын

Dang that was cheap

Love my Avalanche..have had it since 2009 and it runs great. No plans to get rid of it

@Kingcustomz

4 жыл бұрын

Dont ever man, it's such a great truck. I want to own a fleet of them.... lol

@chaselesser3191

4 жыл бұрын

2002 Avalanche, leveled on 35’s with 376k+ miles and climbing.

@Kingcustomz

4 жыл бұрын

Damn get it

@TylerM1611

3 жыл бұрын

How good is the truck for a daily

@Kingcustomz

3 жыл бұрын

If you dont mind spending some gas money, then it's great lol

Thank you so much for this review. I test drove the Chevy Avalanche when it first came out. Fell in love with the security of this truck. For us females out there it's like a purse you can drive 😁👍. My next Trans Former!!!

@Kingcustomz

2 жыл бұрын

oh of course, not a problem. I cant wait to see what you get.. when you get one send me a picture at sookwahryan@gmail

As an '02 Z66 owner with 418k miles running great accept for the trans gave out "again" so it's due for a 4L80 trans swap now. It's a great truck. : )

@Kingcustomz

3 жыл бұрын

That's sucks but get that trans and it will last forever

I have a 2013, best truck ever. Luxurious reliable, stylish and functional. Best vehicle I own. Will keep it for a long time. Best part is is that the 2013 holds its value.

@Kingcustomz

2 жыл бұрын

Oh yeah it definitely does

Have a 00 blazer grabbed a 02 Avy z71 with 184!!! I’ve been in love ever since

@Kingcustomz

3 жыл бұрын

you and me both brother

I had a 2008 Chevy Avalanche LT and I loved it... I got rid of it because of the huge payment but I have regretted it ever since. I am currently looking for another one because I enjoyed it so much. I also had a Ford F 150 and it did not compare to the Avalanche. I have been researching for engines swaps that will work in it like the Cadillac Escalade engine because I heard it was stronger so that I can be prepared. However after hearing you about your engine rebuild I may take that route. I will definitely look at your engine rebuild video. Thanks for the information.

@Kingcustomz

4 жыл бұрын

Hey how are you? I'm glad your getting back into the avalanche... yes I loved rebuilding my engine. It was an amazing experience and I learned so much from my motor...

@skol_wild164

3 жыл бұрын

I definitely wouldn't go with any Cadillac engine or anything Cadillac performance wise, Cadillac has a nice body, but poor underneath 🤣

@Kingcustomz

3 жыл бұрын

You think so?

The people that disliked this video are ford lovers 😜

@youngmoonyohnj1099

3 жыл бұрын

Yep

@Kingcustomz

3 жыл бұрын

@@youngmoonyohnj1099 hahha

@oldirtyguru7004

3 жыл бұрын

Couldn't be more true

@oldirtyguru7004

3 жыл бұрын

I'm dropping a like just for this comment just bought a 2002 avalanche only thing I don't like about it the engine is small i had a 2 door Tahoe with a 5.7l

@ericksanchez7787

3 жыл бұрын

I'm a ford lover and I like the avalanche

I have an 07 avalanche ls......I absolutely love it. All the use of a silverado.......rides like a suburban.....and handles curves like a sports car

@Kingcustomz

Жыл бұрын

Yes it does. It’s one of a kind

I absolutely loved my 2008 Chevy Avalanche....had to get rid of it because I'm a Navy Veteran on disability and couldn't work nor was I receiving disability pay in 2016...but now that I'm doing somewhat better than that horrible year I'd love to get me another one ASAP...praying that I can one of these days... 😍🤩💯😎💯🤩😍

@Kingcustomz

4 жыл бұрын

first off thank you for your service, very much appreciated. second im am so glad to hear you are doing somewhat better. third you will be able to get one soon, some how some way a good deal will pop up for you, anything is possible!

I love my 2003 avalanche 2500 I’ve had it for almost 10 years

@Kingcustomz

3 жыл бұрын

I want to get a 2500 soon

@danielortega6548

3 жыл бұрын

King customz they r really awesome trucks I’m going to fix it up so it runs forever and lift it a few inches more

@Kingcustomz

3 жыл бұрын

Making me want to get one of the 2500

I love, love, love my Chevy Avalanche!

@Kingcustomz

2 жыл бұрын

I love mine so much, I’m building a mini version out of a geo tracker

Just snagged an 08 from a buddy of mine. Honestly, I never really liked the avalanche line-up... But...BUT..I also admit when I was/am/are/will be,etc, wrong. I absolutely love it.

@Kingcustomz

3 жыл бұрын

hahahaha, these are amazing trucks

@chucktaylor4384

3 жыл бұрын

Did a motor swap, and exhaust, thought about trying to get a 4 wheel, but the 2 wheels are way better.

@Kingcustomz

3 жыл бұрын

I have a 4 wheel😐, I love it hahahahah

I just got a 2007 LT with 229,000. Still runs like a champ.... 😎

@Kingcustomz

3 жыл бұрын

Oh yeah 😁😁😁 keep that puppy running

GREAT VIDIEO. I HAVE A 2008 AVALANCHE........5.3. HAS A A COLD AIR FILTER, HEADERS, INTERCOOLED EDELBROCK SUPERCHARGER, SCT TUNE (COMPUTER DONT SHUT IT DOWN). BUCKSTOP FRONT BUMPER WITH GRILL GUARD AND WINCH. 80K MILES. I LIVE MY TRUCK!

@Kingcustomz

2 жыл бұрын

I want to get a winch for mine, which brand do you have?

06 Avey ...love it

@Kingcustomz

4 жыл бұрын

Avalanche power my brother

2002 Avalanche, 290,000 miles and STILL gets to 100 MPH without a hitch...

@Kingcustomz

4 жыл бұрын

Damn keep going strong my brother 🤓

@freshglizzy6489

4 жыл бұрын

same I got it a while back bought used and have fixed only problems caused by the previous owner love it

@Kingcustomz

4 жыл бұрын

These trucks are amazing and can withstand so much

Just subbed, thanks for the content! I've always like the the look and design of the avalanche. I always saw it as a luxury vehicle back in the day. I've had leather seat jeep Cherokee and a leather seat dodge charger. I now need a work truck that does both work and play. I am a electrician and only need one vehicle at the moment . I can keep my tools and Materials hidden from view in the back and I still have luxury in the front for a night out. I don't want a work truck that shows potential thieves that I have tools. How prices are right now it's tax season and pandemic this truck was the last thing in my mind but they are better priced than a Silverado, f 150 or Toyota in my area and better looking as well. I've read great reviews and hardly any major engine issues. I don't need to tow too much but it's nice to have some power and I don't need 4x4. Hopefully I'll have a 2007 and up model in the Future.

@Kingcustomz

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the comment. Yes these trucks are amazing. They are so versatile and do everything you need it to plus some. Prices are pretty high for these at the moment. But man I love this truck

Towing is the reason why the transmissions go out on this truck. A lot of people forget to put the vehicle in "tow mode" and they overworked the transmission.

@Kingcustomz

4 ай бұрын

very true, the tow mode helps adjust the revs and eases up on the transmission

@ykbean2686

3 ай бұрын

Mine is upgraded to the 4L80 much stronger transmission

I have a neck out for them avalanches lol 2500hd trim were nice. I need that tho haha

@Kingcustomz

4 жыл бұрын

They are great trucks!

I have a Chevy avalanche 2003 and it's one hell of a truck and we haven't done much with it. What I mean is fixing it wise and we still have it to and my dad gave me it and I am a Chevy fan to

@Kingcustomz

4 жыл бұрын

Hey man that's awesome. I'm glad you enjoy it... welcome to the family... make sure you sign up for the chevy legends.. get free stuff man

Yes I own one and it's very good truck everything what you says

@Kingcustomz

Жыл бұрын

Yes it is, there is no other like them

I really love the look of these avalanches, currently have an s10 and wanna upgrade to v8 power

@Kingcustomz

3 жыл бұрын

Do it! We will welcome you to the avalanche group😁😁

@fut_bucker6966

3 жыл бұрын

How bout.... here me out...... ls swap the s10.

@Kingcustomz

3 жыл бұрын

@@fut_bucker6966 oooooo that would be sick!

Just bought this truck yet again, my first one was a 2005. Only had it for 2 weeks before an oak tree fell on it at a Lowe’s improvement. 3 years later I decided to get another one. I a few questions to ask you bro… let me know if you could help me out on My journey, for a second time… I absolutely love this truck… I just bought a 2012 lt with 230k miles. But of course a lot of codes popped up, if I could get your expertise… I would greatly appreciate papa

@Kingcustomz

2 ай бұрын

heck yeah you can ask me all you want at sookwahryan@gmail.com or just ask it here

Have a 2002, motor trend truck of the year!! I will buy another one when this one rusts out. My work truck, have plowed with this for 6 years, freaking excellent, tows my lawn business the rest of the year. Sun roof, roof racks, heated leather seats, what more could a working man want.

@Kingcustomz

3 жыл бұрын

Exactly. Man. That's so awesome..m glad you want to get another 😁😁😁

2009 77k ... best truck ..yes TRUCK I have ever owned. I have towed cars, lumber for a 12 x 12 deck ....many items in the bed. You can't beat the versatility.

@Kingcustomz

4 жыл бұрын

It is an truck and a damn good one, you are so right about the versatility aspect of it! Ride strong brother 😁

I agree as I bought the first year they were made and now own a 2010, I have also owned 2 Silverado Pickups as well. Every one was a perfect vehicle and no other trucks on the road are like a Chevy! I agree that discontinuing the Avalanche was a mistake! It wasn't because of poor sales, but GM felt they were splitting sales with 4 door pickups. I have put over 200,000 trouble free miles on every Chevy Truck I have ever owned.

@Kingcustomz

2 жыл бұрын

Sweet, we can only hope that they will decide to bring this back.

I Love my Truck. Just changed out the block at 212k miles

@Kingcustomz

11 ай бұрын

damn, that lasted sometime for sure

@lindasanders222

11 ай бұрын

@@Kingcustomz I can't think of ever owning nothing else.

@Kingcustomz

10 ай бұрын

me toooo

I have a 07 ltz avalanche love it never let me down it has 207k miles and still look brand new from the showroom floor I'm the 2nd owner

@Kingcustomz

Жыл бұрын

I love that, did you get rid of the afm?

07 at 200,000 miles and just recently had to replace the fuel pump so no complaints here.

@Kingcustomz

3 жыл бұрын

wow that pump lasted real long! good stuff buddy keep going!

I have an 04 Avalanche and I love it. If the motor ever gives out I will rebuild the motor. I pull a 30 ft travel trailer with no problem

@Kingcustomz

3 жыл бұрын

Wow really. That's amazing is it the 2500

Owner of a 2002 Avy z71 it gots 240,000 miles still reaches the top speed of 100mph and still tows hella load still strong 😎😎

@Kingcustomz

3 жыл бұрын

Damn, keep it going strong !

Love my avalanche ltz 2011 long live the avalanche

@Kingcustomz

4 жыл бұрын

I love them too man, all with yah brother long live

@laidspipe

3 жыл бұрын

I got one pearl white ltz 110,000 miles.

@laidspipe

3 жыл бұрын

And best part it’s 4x4

@Kingcustomz

3 жыл бұрын

@@laidspipe heck ya man... 4x4 rules

I have a 2008 Avalanche LTZ 4x4 with 61000 miles on it and now it has 161000 miles everything is original I tow a 21 ft camper and I love it, I bought it in Aug. 2015 I will never sell it

@Kingcustomz

9 ай бұрын

heck yeah me too ill never sell mine

Well I'm totally biased when it comes to the Avi! My 03 was my Christmas presents from my Ex back in 2012 & I just bought my 2nd in June which is an 04 Z71. I LOVE my first one Soooooo much that I couldn't imagine life without an Avi! Unfortunately I live in the North east and rust has really done a number on the frame of my 03. I'm also throwing about a half dozen codes. Misfire cyl.3 , o2 sensors, air bag sensor & the typical evap issues. But most of those issues just started in the last year or two & it was totally my fault because I do most of the work myself (I hate paying someone else to do something I already know how to & after working on my own vehicles since I was in my teens I don't trust anyone else.) But I was having some health issues & didn't have the money for someone else to do the work. So all these little issues snowballed. 😔 It had 137k when I got it & now it's at 243k. So I definitely got many great years & miles out of my baby. But because of the issues with the frame I figured it made more sense to get another one instead of putting the money into the 03. And because it belonged to a family friend that I adored & it was the best gift I've ever received I just can't bring myself to let it go! (Trust me I've driven people crazy telling them about just how much I Love that truck! Lol) So now I'm going through it & using what I can on the 04. The 04 has 142k a solid frame & minimal rust so I hope to have as many if not more great years with this Avi! I'm still torn about what I'm going to do with my first one. I'm Really attached to that truck & there's a great deal of sentimental value in my heart when it comes to the 03. It's been really good to me over the years & I just have such a connection with it! I literally cried my eyes out when I bought the 04 because I felt like I was cheating on the original! Lol The Avalanche is an incredible truck! There is no other full sized pickup that can match the versatility of the Avi! And once you own one you become part of the whole Avi family, we're like a mini cult! Lol Everyone I know that has owned one just Loves these trucks! Definitely an awesome way to get around! And it certainly lives up to the name! Because when it comes to snow these babies can get through Anything! Personally I Hate snow but having the Avi actually makes it fun! So I have to completely agree with you the Avalanche is the best used truck out there!

@Kingcustomz

3 жыл бұрын

First off thank you for writing in and sharing your love about the truck. It's amazing to see people share the same passion. What I would do is replace the frame if you really love the truck so much.... replace the frame and build it back. Keep it as a little project and take your time with the build. For the second avi. Clean the frame and buy something called por 15. Use that to provide a rust protection on the frame. Cylinder three miss, replace plugs and wires. Give it a little tune up. To see if the coil is bad. Swap the coil with number three and five, see if the misfire jumps.

Smartest rig

@Kingcustomz

3 жыл бұрын

yes it is !!!

I agree, looked for used truck, found southern well maintained 2013 LTZ Black Diamond to drive until my new Chevy Silverado EV on reserve comes! Who knows, maybe I don’t need it, but like the value of electric. We have two electric now…

@Kingcustomz

2 жыл бұрын

True, very true. Sometimes I think of turning electric because of this gas price lmaooo

I also have a 2021 cfmoto 500 side by side but it won't fit in the bed. The Wheeler is 50 inches, but the truck is awesome yes.

@Kingcustomz

9 ай бұрын

it is an awesome truck, very very awesome

2003 and i like it original owner .just started getting rust in 2019 I'm gonna fix.

@Kingcustomz

2 жыл бұрын

oh yeah take care of that before she gets worse

Yeah I just picked up a 2005 chevy avalanche. Rusty but trusty lol. Frame was welded with thicker steel then frame came with from factory lol. Yeah was cracked but not anymore. Had NY states best welder with 40 years experience weld that frame back and its strong 💪 has the 5.3 with 166k miles. Gonna need brake lines NY salt I imagine but paid 1500.00. The guy wanted 2200.00 talked him down lol but very strong engine and tranny seems good :)

@Kingcustomz

Жыл бұрын

Rusty but trusty I love that 😂😂😂😂. That’s a good deal brother. Mine is going through some rust also and I need to take care of it

My pops bought a blue z66 off the lot in 02 passed her down to me getting ready to swap the 300k+ mile engine still works great she never asked for a thing everything is 100% bone stock

@Kingcustomz

4 жыл бұрын

damn man, I love hearing stories like this because it gives me hope that these trucks last a very long time!

can you recommend a good led backup lights

@Kingcustomz

Жыл бұрын

Yes I’ll look and send some

I put a 2 15” subwoofer in my 2002 chevy. Avalanche custom made i tweak my truck a lil bit

@Kingcustomz

4 жыл бұрын

Nice man, do you have pictures

@laidspipe

3 жыл бұрын

I have 2 12” shallow mounts under back seat

Nice vid but as long as u can avoid the dod lifter fail and low oil pressure its great I love my 07 😎

@Kingcustomz

2 жыл бұрын

thank you, and yes of course dod will mess you up

This man speaking fax my first vehicle was my parents old avalanche with 440k on it i put another 100k on it before it blew a rod on me few years down the line to know i bought another one

@Kingcustomz

3 жыл бұрын

awe thanks man, I appreciate that. do you still have it now

@junepearthespork1469

3 жыл бұрын

@@Kingcustomz nah sold it to the scraper it was beyond the effort of work that needed to be done it leaked antifreeze oil gas and power steering fluid i was missing a good 3 ft chunk of the drivers side frame bumper and headlights were held in by zip ties and duct tape from an accident my dad got it in so i scraped it, but i got another one the one i got now is an 06 lt with a 4 inch lift and big ol wrangler tires on it

@Kingcustomz

3 жыл бұрын

@@junepearthespork1469 oh sweet! if you have instagram tag me on some pictures. id love to see it! King__customz

@junepearthespork1469

3 жыл бұрын

@@Kingcustomz alr i will tmr bc its dark out where im at sorry for the late response😂

@Kingcustomz

3 жыл бұрын

it's all good bro, whenever you get the chance 🙂

I got an avalanche that has 236k and its still runs strong. The turn signal and the actuators are going bad but other then that its awesome.

@Kingcustomz

3 жыл бұрын

damn thats awesome man, keep going strong.. eh turn signals arent meant to last forever lol

I have a 04 avalanche 2500 with the 8.1l 4x4 12k towing capacity 4.10 gears

@Kingcustomz

3 жыл бұрын

damn, sweet stuff man

Yep! Got the 07 bought it with 29000 miles, now is 158000 . Had dashboards cracked twice but GM replaced it with a mush better kind .apart from that the truck was ahead of its time. LTZ! Not giving it unless it’s for the Tesla Cyber truck!!!

@Kingcustomz

3 жыл бұрын

damn good stuff man. honestly dude i don't know if you repair your own vehicles. but telsa will not sell you any parts for your vehicle. because you won't be certified to fix them

@laurisalow5741

2 жыл бұрын

My Chevy dealer broke my dash installing a passenger side airbag repair and put a blue shop towel under it to hide it. When I got home it had fallen and they said they don’t feel like they are responsible for it! Then why try to hide it ! So now I have a broken dash to add to my list of repairs!

@Kingcustomz

2 жыл бұрын

oh hell no, you better fight them.for that. ask to speak to the manager and if not call up consumer affairs at chevy

@Kingcustomz

2 жыл бұрын

they will not want it to escalate. fight for it!

I fly a 2010 wish it was ltz....rocks

@Kingcustomz

4 жыл бұрын

That's good man. I noticed after a certain year the avalanches because a little smaller on the outside.

They're electrical nightmares. Engines run fantastic, cant kill em, but what a cluster fuck everything else is.

@Kingcustomz

2 жыл бұрын

🥺🥺🥺 I never had issues

@joebee1459

2 жыл бұрын

@@Kingcustomz I'm on my second one. Give it time.

@Kingcustomz

2 жыл бұрын

I'm going to do an entire restoration on the truck... itll be good

Love my 2010 Avalanche LTZ and yes Chevy is better than Ford or dodge. I also own a 2003 Z06 Corvette , I think u should get one . It may change your mind about American cars not being great like our trucks. Haha. Good video and some great Avalanche info. Well done.

@Kingcustomz

2 жыл бұрын

The corvette is a great car lol. I definitely want one. One day soon, it’s in the list of dream cars

@Kingcustomz

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you 😬

Dude I've owned a 2008 and currently own a 2011 avalanche. I gave the 08 to my dad as a daily driver to keep his diesel off the road as much. I absolutely love the avalanches for more reasons than you listed. If I may add a few more things in my personal experience and opinions. My 11 avalanche has a 6spd tranny instead of the 4 and has a higher ratio rear end so it cruises at higher speeds and lower rpms than the 08 while also getting substantially better mpg. These rigs ride on a suburban frame and suspension so the ride quality is superb for a truck even compared to current new trucks. Also, these avalanches come with an optional 6.0 vortec max engine even tho it isn't labeled a max Truck. My 11 has a 5.3 and I have put a cold air intake, throttle body spacer, full exhaust system including shorty headers and a tuner. It's insane how responsive and quick to reach 80 mph in this heavy vehicle with only a few low budget external mods and not to mention it got me around an 8mpg gain depending on situations..so ultimately cruising at 70 or 75 at 1600 rpm with cruise control on it gets roughly an average of 23 to 24 mpg! These trucks have the fuel cell capacity of the suburbs as well!

@Kingcustomz

2 жыл бұрын

damn dude, what kind of tune are you running?

@ryanphillips3533

2 жыл бұрын

@@Kingcustomz Diablo sport intune i3 tuner. I had also put 30lb injectors and msd coils, wires, and plugs before the tuner was installed. It was amazing what kind of difference installing the exhaust, cold air intake and tbi spacer made especially mid range and that was before headers, tuner, plugs, wires and coils.

@Kingcustomz

2 жыл бұрын

what brand intake and exhaust. 30lb injectors 😳😳

@ryanphillips3533

2 жыл бұрын

@@Kingcustomz spectre intake and tb spacer, ac Delco injectors, flowtech shorty headers, deleted cats and single in duel out Flowmaster 50 series all stainless Except for the muffler. The truck has a perfect mellow tune with 0 crackle and pop and not to abnoxious when opened up. Drone is great also. The only issues I've had with this avalanche in 6 years is the one I'm dealing with today and that's finding a water leak into my driver side floor board from rain. Any help would be appreciated!

@Kingcustomz

2 жыл бұрын

do you have a sun roof, check and see if the drain is clogged... or remove the carpet and see if there Is a hole in the floor

2004 Avalanche 2500 8.1 4x4 here🤪👊🏽

@Kingcustomz

3 жыл бұрын

oh yeah =)

Speaking of American built car engines, I had a 1991 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 5.0L. It was alway reliable and ut had 256,500 miles on it before I sold it. And it was still running fine when I sold it. When it comes to naturally aspirated engines, GM knows what they're doing. The only time they honestly messed up was when they tried to use a spring for shutting down 4 cylinders for fuel economy purposes in their modern day fuel management systems. It seemed like a good idea to save gas, but they failed at that idea and alot of the springs would fail and cause damage in the motor. But a strait up V8 running 8 cylinders full time, GM has always been reliable with that in my experience.

@Kingcustomz

2 жыл бұрын

yes of course, I love a good old #v8 and heck yeah they messed up with their dod🥺

I have a good question for you if you have a Chevy Avalanche and one your engine valves is typing how can you fix the problem ?

@Kingcustomz

3 жыл бұрын

You have a valve tap?

@brownsrvlifecampground9322

3 жыл бұрын

@@Kingcustomz Yes

@Kingcustomz

3 жыл бұрын

Check your oil level let me know if its low

Awww I love my 03 Avalanche! And want it working again! Just started having maj problem. 180k (z71) it cuts off when turn corner and when driving. Not drivable anymore. Diagnostic tests doesnt show anything. Any suggestions?. ( did a tune up, new battery others.)

@Kingcustomz

4 жыл бұрын

Hmm cuts off when turning? How's this I'll film my response for you and use my avalanche as a reference.. I'll link the video responses link underneath. Does that sound fair

@Kingcustomz

4 жыл бұрын

Here you go kzread.info/dash/bejne/eHx8uLGrgbS_nLw.html

@lenward474

4 жыл бұрын

Mine just failed...it went into limp mode feels like stall. It's a warranty recall for 10 years. Throttle body part fail. It's a parts 60 bucks repair,labour hour or do it yourself, easy. Along with video help he's offering try youtube,180k is nothing. There are a host of ground,connection for faults for chev. Good luck

@Kingcustomz

4 жыл бұрын

@@lenward474 I have videos of removing the throttle for these trucks, any references I should have them. And yes 180 is nothing I've seen these trucks with 500k

@chatohead

4 жыл бұрын

Battery terminal loose. Mine did the same

I have been eyeing Toyota Tundra until I stumbled on Chevy Avalenche being quite reliable and certainly cheaper. The question is which one is more of a comfortable ride?

@Kingcustomz

Жыл бұрын

Honestly I love the ride the avalanche gives. It’s very smooth

Have a 2002 Chevy avalanche it’s over 300,000 Miles and still runs like if it’s new

@Kingcustomz

3 жыл бұрын

Sweet man still a baby

Any badass rims u recommend for a 06 avalanche

@Kingcustomz

2 жыл бұрын

No I suck at rims lol... the ones i have on my truck are from a 2019 silverado

I'm looking at possibly getting one now. I'm curious do you know the difference between the Z71 and Z66 packages?

@Kingcustomz

3 жыл бұрын

Yes I have a video on that as well.

@Kingcustomz

3 жыл бұрын

Z71 is the same as z66.. but the z71 has 4x4

@Eparker09

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the reply

@Kingcustomz

3 жыл бұрын

No problem.any time

Is it common to hear the airpump for the rear air shocks. Mine seems to be getting louder...2007

@Kingcustomz

2 жыл бұрын

Are you on air ride suspension?

@brandonhall88

2 жыл бұрын

Yes..The factory shocks are air and the pump for them seems to be progressively louder over the last year.plus I have 100,000 miles

@Kingcustomz

2 жыл бұрын

Are there rubber grommets holding this in place, maybe they are dry rotted

I have an Avalanche too! And you have beautiful teeth!!

@Kingcustomz

3 жыл бұрын

I love the avalanche! And awe shucks hahah thank you very much I appreciate that!.. you have a beautiful horse 😳

@lanawhite1670

3 жыл бұрын

@@Kingcustomz Thanks! She's my other sweet ride!!! Hello from Oregon!!

@Kingcustomz

3 жыл бұрын

@@lanawhite1670 1 horse power. She looks. Beautiful, hello from Florida 😁

My 2011 was Great. Only had 88,500K miles when the tornado air intake. Broke off n something flew down into the pistons. After looking at prices i decided to have a rebuilt engine put in. Online these n Other vehicle prices are OFF the Roof! Dont know Where youve seen them CHEAP!!

@Kingcustomz

7 ай бұрын

At the time of this video prices were cheap. Now days. I can’t say the same lol

Which is best for the truck a 5.3L or 6.2L?

@Kingcustomz

Жыл бұрын

I like my 5.3. But the 6.2 is nice. I’m not really sure

Factz..my 02 i purchased in 2018 now has over 240,000 an is still powerfulASF an to this day has not had a check engine light come on💯💪🏿🏆

@Kingcustomz

2 жыл бұрын

true stuff man, these trucks keep going

Sadly I had to sell mine back in November. Despite all i learned to fix on it from your videos nothing could prepare me for the frame splitting along the entire drivers side of the vehicle.

@Kingcustomz

4 жыл бұрын

oh man, im sorry to hear that, I hope that never happens but If it does, I will swap my frame.

@ravinnox2640

4 жыл бұрын

@@Kingcustomz wasnt an option for me, I still owed about 8k on the truck. Plus it was having a few other issues, so I took the hit and got rid of it I now have a very nice new ford explorer, that I pay more for in payments each month than I pay for rent 😅 but hey I learned more about car maintnince from owning that truck and watching your videos then I ever thought I would so I call that a win

@Kingcustomz

4 жыл бұрын

@@ravinnox2640 awe man a Ford really lol😥😥😥. Man that sucks, would you ever own another one? And thank you so much, I'm glad I was able to help youm

@ravinnox2640

4 жыл бұрын

@@Kingcustomz I got the only car in the lot I could afford. I wanted to grab my old Chevy floor mats out of the avalanche but they wouldnt let me. Shame...they scraped the truck too so i really should have taken them. Another...sure if I could afford it lol

@Kingcustomz

4 жыл бұрын

@@ravinnox2640 awe man sorry to hear that. florida has the cleanest avalanches ive ever seen. and they arent that expensive also. i hope you actually get one soon again😁

Hey my brotha I need to find my inline fuel filter on my 05 avalanche 5.3

@Kingcustomz

4 ай бұрын

so some models are on the frame under the drivers door area, some are built in with the pump. mine is built in with the pump

Something many don't know about the Avalanche side storage is that they have drains and so you can put in ice and drinks for a camping trip.

@Kingcustomz

10 ай бұрын

really where are the drains

@gqftoast

10 ай бұрын

Hang on let me go look!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Ok they are at the bottom of the fender well, I have two molded drains their. Also the drain deflectors IE the ribbed things up behind the sails, They also have drain into the fender well. All of these including the one which you can only see when you lift out the long plastic grill on the floor directly behind the midgate should be kept clear of leaf litter,dirt,rocks and such. I do this whenever I have time or think about it. Heaven for bid they get clogged and the bed fills allowing the water to come in under the midgate. Although this is rare it can happen if one does not perform his or her due diligence. @@Kingcustomz

I have a 04 avalanche z71 with 233,000 miles it's the best 👌

@Kingcustomz

3 жыл бұрын

Jeez and it's still going strong 😁😁😁

What is the best way to contact you? Buying a 2002 Avalanche this week and have some questions.

@Kingcustomz

3 жыл бұрын

Hey man, you can reach out to me in the comments. I always respond... or reach out on Instagram king customz.

Only way I’d get rid of my 2010 Avalanche LTZ is if Chevy brought it back & I’d trade it in for a brand new one 😊😊😊

@Kingcustomz

2 ай бұрын

i agree, but id probably keep mine and just buy a new one also.. this truck has been through alot with me

@michaelvance4936

2 ай бұрын

@@Kingcustomz sentimental value. I get that 👍👌👍👌

I'm having to rebuild my motor in my Avalanche for the third time within a year and already put $6,000 into it. The 5.3 Motors suck

@Kingcustomz

Жыл бұрын

are you doing the build yourself or paying someone?