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joshs1ofakindxj
12-13-2012, 12:05 PM
This truck belongs to a co-worker of my father and I can get it for $22k...

2007 Chevrolet avalanche - $23000 (Blairsville )

2007 Chevrolet Avalanche very good condition. Black leather interior. New battery, digital trailer brake controller, tinted front windows. 83,500 miles. http://images.craigslist.org/3kb3K23Lb5I15N45Eecc2872043c0e4f31c93.jpg




It has every option but navigation and with the mileage, the NADA rough trade-in is about $24k, so it isn't a screaming deal, but fair.

It's come time to shit or get off the pot and buy a "real" vehicle I guess. Have to start looking professional at work and all. Plus I don't think the caliber of women I associate with are going to find my jeep "cute" for much longer.

80% of my yearly driving is on my motorcycle so mileage isn't HUGE for me, but the Avalanche does well at 20+ mpg on trips and 16-18 around town. My daily M-F commute is 40 miles total.

I'm doing just fine with my 89 XJ getting about the same mileage. I'm ready to make it a dedicated wheeler though. It's no longer cool I guess. And the electrical issue is still on-going. AND some ass clown broke the windshield with a beer bottle and that just isn't going to get fixed (no it wasn't me).

I'm drawn to the Avalanche because my dad is on his third and I'm used to driving, towing, and using the features of the Avalanche cargo area which have worked well for me. I like the dedicated hard top and the space in the quad cab is great.

I'm not excited about the monthly payment, but I can get a 3.75% rate through my credit union, which is affordable. I'm approved for it so I'm just contemplating it some more before pulling the trigger.

At first I thought about buying a newer XJ or even a beater car, and having that for a DD, then making the 89 XJ a street legal wheeler. That would certainly be the cheapest route.

Now I'm thinking I should get this avalanche, a cheap tandem axle 16' or 18' trailer from craigslist, and tow my XJ like I have enjoyed doing with my dad's truck and trailer in the recent past.

I feel like the Avalanche is a good size. Not too small that it can't tow an XJ on a trailer, and not a huge truck. I can only recall have one or two scary moments pulling a trailer with the Avalanche, and those were my own fault for not allowing enough braking distance or going too fast. When I really need to move something big I always have the Deuce to fall back on.

Borrowing my dad's truck and trailer is off the table. I'm a big boy now. Time to get my own junk.

So does anyone have some constructive advice? Reasons I shouldn't buy this truck or reasons I should do something else?

Those chrome door handles and mirror covers would have to go.

DMG
12-13-2012, 12:13 PM
Seems like a lot of $ for a truck with 80k+ but otherwise pretty nice.

2002wranglerX
12-13-2012, 12:16 PM
Seems like a lot of $ for a truck with 80k+ but otherwise pretty nice.

they hold their value like crazy.

there's an 03 or 04 2500 avalanche on CL with the 8.1 for like 10 k with similar miles btw...

justin'sbig7
12-13-2012, 12:33 PM
Seems like a lot of $ for a truck with 80k+ but otherwise pretty nice.

This is kind of what I was thinking. I was finding '10 quad cab dodges and Chevy 1500 for around that kind of money with 30-40k mi. It's almost 6 yrs old. If what Dunbar say is true (and I don't doubt him a bit) then maybe it's an ok deal, but if it hasn't started depreciating yet, when will it start to do so at a rapid rate?

OverkillZJ
12-13-2012, 12:34 PM
Wow, that's more than I just picked up a brand spanking new Grand Vitara with all options for, 0% APR over 4 years. Apples and oranges, I know, but I don't think I could pay that much for anything with 80k on the clock unless it's a 1 ton diesel!

tjblair
12-13-2012, 12:37 PM
Make sure it does not have air ride.

Super Scout
12-13-2012, 02:28 PM
I think you could get a lot more truck for a lot less money. I paid 10k for mine. In 2009 for a 2002 Chevy K1500 ext cab, z71 with 40,000 miles on the ticker. Something to think about. I always go a little older with less miles I seem to get much better deals that way.
I was told by a used car salesman once (so take it for what its worth). That used cars drop the highest percentage in value from 5-6 years old. So I always looked in the 6-7 year range.
My only real advice, decide what you need, decide what you can affor and stick to it.

joshs1ofakindxj
12-13-2012, 02:34 PM
That's something to think about...

joe_and_jeep
12-13-2012, 02:35 PM
Maybe I should sell my Silverado 2500, they hold their value like crazy.

2002wranglerX
12-13-2012, 03:17 PM
i don't know what it is about the avalanches but they do hold their value. ventresco is trying to find a nice one right now and him and i were talking about it.

looks like that 2500 avalanche is gone. it's off CL.

Meeke
12-13-2012, 03:35 PM
My 08 Tundra may be for sale shortly. It's the same one I brought to your house a while ago. I should be under the price of that Avalanche with less than 50k on the clock. I'd never sell the truck, but I have a company truck that I have full use of.

joshs1ofakindxj
12-13-2012, 04:07 PM
Thanks, but I think I'm set on the Avalanche at this point, now I'm just looking at 2005 and 2006 models.



This ain't too bad...

http://imagescdn.dealercarsearch.com/Media/2475AD/2300684_CustomTemplate1_kd2e5hbbrv.jpg (http://www.steelcitytrucks.com/2005-Chevrolet-Avalanche/Used-SUV/Canonsburg-PA/3543/2300684/Craigslist/4793735/Details.aspx)

SirFuego
12-13-2012, 05:46 PM
Out of curiosity, what attracts you to the Avalanche instead of a half-ton extended cab Silverado or Sierra of comparable options?

tjblair
12-13-2012, 06:30 PM
If you plan on towing with it. I would stay away from the 1500 because of the rear coils. And like I said before I would make sure it does not have air ride.

2002wranglerX
12-13-2012, 06:45 PM
Does that have a 5.3?

joshs1ofakindxj
12-13-2012, 08:18 PM
Out of curiosity, what attracts you to the Avalanche instead of a half-ton extended cab Silverado or Sierra of comparable options?

I guess mostly the way the bed is always covered, the tool boxes in the bed sides, etc. you can easily camp in the back by putting down the back seats and throwing an air mattress in the bed. You can keep most things you put in the bed out of the weather and secure from theft. A hard tonneau cover on a regular truck isn't near as easy to take on and off on a whim.

Oh and a lot of the time I find myself transporting lots of long guns when I'm going to the range. It's really nice to threw them all in the back of the avalanche that locks and is secure.

joshs1ofakindxj
12-13-2012, 08:26 PM
Does that have a 5.3?

Yes

Sycotik Skier
12-13-2012, 09:54 PM
not trying to thrw your decision one way or another but the Undercover tonneau cover is pretty secure and easily removed in like 15 seconds

Leady
12-17-2012, 09:56 PM
My girlfriends dad and brother both have an avalanche. They are nice trucks but its essentially a 1/2 ton 4 door with a sweet tonneau cover minus that back seat deal. If the back seat doesn't make or break it for you, I would get a pickup. You can save $10,000 that way.

2002wranglerX
12-17-2012, 10:25 PM
The 5.3 does nothing for me. I know some guys like it. But I was never impressed.

justin'sbig7
12-17-2012, 10:42 PM
i had a k1500 with the 5.3 and 3.73 gears. it was an ok runner untill i towed. it struggled with the jeep and even towing a couple of jetskis was a chore with it.

Super Scout
12-17-2012, 10:46 PM
I dunno, I must be the only guy with a positive exp, but I tow the Scout close to 7,000 pounds with my 5.3 chevy I think it does fine. Everyone who ever rode with me thought it was fine as well....

justin'sbig7
12-17-2012, 10:51 PM
i got tired of towing the jeep (around 7k with trailer) with the engine screaming on any hill i came to. it did it, just not pleasantly. the turnpike tunnel hills were a different story. i needed the blinkers there

joshs1ofakindxj
12-17-2012, 11:30 PM
I towed a Chevy Venture behind my dad's 2012 Avalanche yesterday with the 5.3 in it. Reinforced it for me. The Avalanche tows just fine up hills and all over.

2002wranglerX
12-18-2012, 05:51 AM
i got tired of towing the jeep (around 7k with trailer) with the engine screaming on any hill i came to. it did it, just not pleasantly. the turnpike tunnel hills were a different story. i needed the blinkers there

That hill is a killer.

It'll get it done. But like you said, you'll be working it pretty hard in the hills.

When I bought the truck I have now I specifically looked for a hemi or 6.0 Chevy.

2002wranglerX
12-18-2012, 05:51 AM
I towed a Chevy Venture behind my dad's 2012 Avalanche yesterday with the 5.3 in it. Reinforced it for me. The Avalanche tows just fine up hills and all over.

6 speed makes a big difference.

2002wranglerX
12-18-2012, 06:33 AM
I towed a Chevy Venture behind my dad's 2012 Avalanche yesterday with the 5.3 in it. Reinforced it for me. The Avalanche tows just fine up hills and all over.

The 6 speed makes a big difference.

jeepnick
12-18-2012, 07:23 AM
That hill is a killer.
Its even worse when you stop at the Starbucks before it...

Super Scout
12-18-2012, 08:58 AM
Yeah, I dunno ran the turnpike between Latrobe to New jersy and back. The scout, truck loaded with a long weekend worth of camping gear and never once did I drop below the speed limit. If you keep it north of 2300 rpm it ran great, never bogged on the hills. My truck is almost stock too, everyone who rides in it is pretty surprised.

mxg342
12-18-2012, 04:23 PM
i had a k1500 with the 5.3 and 3.73 gears. it was an ok runner untill i towed. it struggled with the jeep and even towing a couple of jetskis was a chore with it.

same here.....

HoodRN
12-18-2012, 09:59 PM
i had a k1500 with the 5.3 and 3.73 gears. it was an ok runner untill i towed. it struggled with the jeep and even towing a couple of jetskis was a chore with it.

Me three. Mine ran great until it had a load behind it. I had to rev the snot out of it on long grades, tranny temp would hit 250-260 on a regular basis. This was a 5.3 w/ 3.73 posi tow package. Managed around 9-10mpg towing.

joshs1ofakindxj
01-02-2013, 02:29 PM
Look's like I'm getting this one. Paperwork should be done today and picking it up Saturday or Sunday hopefully.

http://www.qsales.net/2007-Chevrolet-Avalanche/Used-SUV/Butler-PA/7449/2093370/Details.aspx

http://imagescdn.dealercarsearch.com/Media/4235/8112_17.jpg

Sycotik Skier
01-02-2013, 06:42 PM
thats just up the road from me

joshs1ofakindxj
01-02-2013, 09:58 PM
The guy there named Ed is a nice guy to deal with I have to say. I pointed out a small leak on one of the transmission lines and he had his mechanic change it right away. Also took care of a few other small things.

Leady
01-03-2013, 12:45 AM
Girlfriends dad just got a brand new one. I was looking it over and they are pretty damn nice trucks, you should be happy

XJ_Sean
01-03-2013, 11:33 AM
Go Big
http://enginemonsters.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/cadillac-escalade-ext-2007-the-most-luxurious-loader-in-class.jpg

2002wranglerX
01-03-2013, 12:35 PM
Man. Just seems expensive for what is essentially a 5.3 1/2 ton with 80k miles.

But maybe it's just me.

Looks like a nice dd.

2002wranglerX
01-03-2013, 12:36 PM
Go Big
http://enginemonsters.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/cadillac-escalade-ext-2007-the-most-luxurious-loader-in-class.jpg

Those have the big boy motors in em too

Super Scout
01-03-2013, 12:54 PM
I think the price is pretty decent, Avalanches have a niche, and GM trucks seems to always hold their value.

2002wranglerX
01-03-2013, 12:55 PM
I think the price is pretty decent, Avalanches have a niche, and GM trucks seems to always hold their value.

ya avalanches are always more $

2002wranglerX
01-03-2013, 01:01 PM
http://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/vehicledetails.xhtml?zip=15015&endYear=2010&driveCodes=4WD%7CAWD&engineCode=8CLDR&doorCode=4&sellerTypes=b&maxPrice=20000&showcaseListingId=336421389&doorCodes=4&driveCode=4WD%7CAWD&sortBy=derivedpriceASC&showcaseOwnerId=74833&startYear=2007&engineCodes=8CLDR&firstRecord=26&maxMileage=100000&searchRadius=75&bodyStyleCodes=TRUCKS&listingId=332116349&listingIndex=3&Log=0

i'd be more into that... half the miles ya know. and it doesn't have a turd under the hood

2002wranglerX
01-03-2013, 01:04 PM
http://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/vehicledetails.xhtml?zip=15015&endYear=2010&driveCodes=4WD%7CAWD&engineCode=8CLDR&doorCode=4&sellerTypes=b&maxPrice=20000&showcaseListingId=336421389&doorCodes=4&driveCode=4WD%7CAWD&sortBy=derivedpriceASC&showcaseOwnerId=74833&startYear=2007&engineCodes=8CLDR&firstRecord=76&maxMileage=100000&searchRadius=75&bodyStyleCodes=TRUCKS&listingId=334739890&listingIndex=14&Log=0

another with half the miles....

i dunno... i think the 5.3 just kills it for me

Super Scout
01-03-2013, 01:16 PM
Well I guess to each his own....I would take a 5.3 over a 5.7 hemi anyday. I buy vehicles for long term, imho a SBC will out last the hemi. That said I must of got really lucky on my truck or it was built on like a tuesday afternoon, that everyone was really ready to get it done because it runs good.
My Cousin had a 2003 quad cab ram, and my truck would eat it alive in a stop light drag. He had over sized tires but nonetheless.

2002wranglerX
01-03-2013, 01:23 PM
Well I guess to each his own....I would take a 5.3 over a 5.7 hemi anyday. I buy vehicles for long term, imho a SBC will out last the hemi. That said I must of got really lucky on my truck or it was built on like a tuesday afternoon, that everyone was really ready to get it done because it runs good.
My Cousin had a 2003 quad cab ram, and my truck would eat it alive in a stop light drag. He had over sized tires but nonetheless.

I guess. I passed a guy with a half ton avalanche pulling a single axle trailer going up the big hill out of butler.

I was pulling 7k lbs and he had his revved up and was struggling with prolly half my load.

The hemi in my 03 isn't anything crazy but that 5.3 is way less than impressive.

I agree that it'll prolly outlast a hemi. But I'd pay the extra $ for a 6.0.

Super Scout
01-03-2013, 01:41 PM
I hear a lot of guys complain about the 5.3 and the way it revs, I will say this you gotta drive it a certain way. When I pull my trailer I keep it atleast 2,500 rpm. At that RPM it wont down shift and will rev more for steep hills. A lot of guys let it run at 2,000 when a hill approaches it down shifts so they are singing a tune in second gear, while I am pulling hills at 70 mph, while my transmission isn't overheating. It takes a few mpg off but the overall trip is much better, plus less wear and tear on the truck. I had post on pirate about pulling with a 5.3 lots of good advice, the trucks need to keep RPM up, if you don't they are bad.

Ragnorox
01-03-2013, 05:25 PM
Well I guess to each his own....I would take a 5.3 over a 5.7 hemi anyday. I buy vehicles for long term, imho a SBC will out last the hemi. That said I must of got really lucky on my truck or it was built on like a tuesday afternoon, that everyone was really ready to get it done because it runs good.
My Cousin had a 2003 quad cab ram, and my truck would eat it alive in a stop light drag. He had over sized tires but nonetheless.

Really?

Super Scout
01-03-2013, 06:00 PM
Yes really.

2002wranglerX
01-03-2013, 06:01 PM
Really?

Makes me want to line up next to him with mine.

2002wranglerX
01-03-2013, 06:02 PM
Also makes me miss my tundra.

5.7 I force>hemi>5.3

The hemi likes revs too. That's why guys put 4.56s in them with stock tires.

Super Scout
01-03-2013, 10:43 PM
Quick google search, I know very little about these times, but this is what I found.

2007 Dodge Ram 1500 Sport 4x4 Quad Cab 0-60 mph (http://www.zeroto60times.com/index.html) 7.8 Quarter mile 16.0

2000 Chevrolet Silverado LS 1500 0-60 mph 7.7 Quarter mile 15.8

2002 Dodge Ram 1500 Quad Cab Short-bed 0-60 mph 10.2 Quarter Mile 17.6

So are the quad cabs just really really heavy ?

2002wranglerX
01-03-2013, 11:03 PM
02 isn't a hemi

justin'sbig7
01-04-2013, 06:56 AM
Glad you found the truck you were lookin for Josh :thumbsup:

book85
01-05-2013, 01:33 AM
I have an 07 Silverado 1500 quad cab with a 5.3 and it runs pretty damn good, gets decent fuel mileage, and tows fairly well. I also have a 2010 Dodge Ram 2500 quad with a 6.7 Cummins so I have something to compare it to. Both are automatics and obviously the 5.3 won't tow as well as the 6.7 but I think you'll be very happy with it. Congratulations on your new truck and as long as you're happy with it, thats all that matters.

joshs1ofakindxj
01-07-2013, 11:17 PM
Like you didn't know this picture was coming...

Super Scout
01-08-2013, 07:35 AM
I always like the front on the Avalanches/Suburban/Tahoe. I wish they had used it on the trucks too.

Ragnorox
01-08-2013, 10:18 AM
Makes me want to line up next to him with mine.

I guess he forgot about our trip back from WV after stripping Mykals XJ down.

Ragnorox
01-08-2013, 10:21 AM
Purdy truck there Josh!

Super Scout
01-08-2013, 12:14 PM
I guess he forgot about our trip back from WV after stripping Mykals XJ down.

Ummmm I won and wasn't really trying. Not really sure what your getting at here ?

REDjp500
01-08-2013, 01:46 PM
Also makes me miss my tundra.

5.7 I force>hemi>5.3

The hemi likes revs too. That's why guys put 4.56s in them with stock tires.

Not to keep beating a dead horse, but in a recent experience I found that the 5.0 in a 2012 F-150 will out run a 5.7 Tundra. Now we aren't really comparing apples to apples tho. The F-150 was just an extended cab with 20K less miles. The Tundra was a crew cab and had a fiberglass cap on it. Just by seat of the pants driving tho I felt if they were set up the same the 5.0 would give the 5.7 a real challange.

I was really surprised with the new 5.0 and have been told the eco-boost is just as good, if not better. I haven't drove a brand new ram with a hemi yet. Regarless, most new fullsize pickups make any of their older counterparts seem just that, older...

HoodRN
01-08-2013, 07:25 PM
THe only way that I'll drag race a Tundra/F150/6.0 Chevy/etc. is if we're both pulling 10,000 lbs. Otherwise, I'm just chugging.

joshs1ofakindxj
01-11-2013, 11:30 AM
Loving the truck so far. Been getting 15mpg but I find myself driving it like I'm still in my jeep. I'm giving it too much gas like I have the straight 6 under the hood still. I have to get used to this v8 thing.

One thing I found is that my tailgate wouldn't lock with the doors. There is no place for a key either so I couldn't manually lock it. This is something I need basically. Well some research shows the locking tailgate was an option for this year, so that's a bummer, but wait! I'm looking at the tailgate and I notice it has a reverse camera. That's odd, because the truck doesn't have an in dash screen or a mirror with a back up camera screen. I take the plastic off the tailgate and sure enough there is an electric lock and a backup camera in there with the wires cut. For some reason this tailgate was put on the this truck from one that was loaded. Not sure how to use the backup camera but I'm waiting to hear from guys on the avalanche forum where I need to connect the wires from the tailgate lock. Hopefully the wires are already run under the back of the truck so I don't have to run wires to the door locks in the cab.

Super Scout
01-11-2013, 12:47 PM
Maybe it was hit or something and they found that one in a yard, nice score really.

joshs1ofakindxj
01-19-2013, 09:49 PM
Got the tailgate lock working today. Found the plug for the wires under the rear bumper. Talk about easy fix.

Next is the trailer brake controller. Should be easy wiring as well. Heck it's even explained in the owner's manul.

joshs1ofakindxj
07-15-2013, 10:44 PM
I'm looking at getting a leveling kit. I don't like how low the front end sits, and I'm not towing my jeep without a weight distribution hitch.

I see these cheap kits that are some kind of simple "C" shaped piece that bolts between the bottom strut mount and the lower A-arm. I see the more expensive rings for the top of the strut. Considering this is a driver and not a wheeler, any reason I shouldn't go with the cheaper one?

dan58
07-16-2013, 07:40 AM
I've seen the same thing for my 1500 GMC. I'm inclined to go with the RC kit. They're only like $65.

tanz45
07-16-2013, 08:39 AM
Rancho sells a whole lift strut as well for leveling. Much more expensive but.....another option.

joshs1ofakindxj
07-16-2013, 09:09 AM
I've seen the same thing for my 1500 GMC. I'm inclined to go with the RC kit. They're only like $65.

Yup that's the cheap one I'm looking at. It's a polymer part, so it can't be seeing too much stress. I'm tempted to buy it from amazon, make my own out of steel, and return it lol.

gilly95
07-16-2013, 05:34 PM
i have a set of steel top rings for a 08 silverado 1500.... never put them on, ill check the part number next time im at my moms if your interested

joshs1ofakindxj
07-16-2013, 06:11 PM
Let me know.

gilly95
07-17-2013, 10:35 PM
i lef tthem at work.. ill take a pic and post in the am... there alum not steel...

joshs1ofakindxj
07-18-2013, 09:08 AM
Any part numbers? Or know who made them? 1" or 2"?

gilly95
07-18-2013, 11:39 AM
Its a skyjacker 2 in... part number c720ms...

joshs1ofakindxj
07-18-2013, 01:31 PM
Found a 2" bottom-style leveling kit for $38 on ebay.

All these installation instructions I find are pretty over the top I think...disconnect top ball joint, disconnect tie rod end, disconnect sway bar...am I only person that trusts harbor freight spring compressors? Guess so!

joshs1ofakindxj
07-19-2013, 10:29 AM
The Avalanche has been a great truck for hauling stuff.

https://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/580505_192826667550309_1892886980_n.jpg

https://fbcdn-sphotos-c-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-frc1/485555_170818396417803_1808850095_n.jpg

https://fbcdn-sphotos-a-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn1/71929_154842088015434_2013077821_n.jpg

But it has started exhibiting a pretty bad problem since the 3 month used car warranty ran out lol.

Randomly when I start it, it will blow a nice big cloud of blue smoke for a few seconds. Only twice have I seen it doing it during driving upon acceleration. Also oil consumption seems to be up, requiring a quart of oil pretty frequently.

From the Avalanche forum, this seems to be a pretty common problem related to the 07 model year. The major cause is the Active Fuel Management (AFM) which switches between V8 and V4 mode. There is a pressure relief valve that unintentionally shoots oil at the #7 cylinder wall and causes the rings to clog up, then forcing oil into that cylinder. The second cause is the bad PCV valve built into the left hand valve cover that deposits excessive oil.

Chevy's fix originally was to put a deflector shield on the pressure relief valve and change the valve cover. Really bad motors got a rebuild. My truck seems to have been typical, no signs of trouble for years, then it just hits.

So now, the damage may be done to my rings, but I'm going to try some things to prevent further damage and hopefully, keep my truck going without a rebuild.

Some factory info here: TSB 12-06-01-001B http://powertrainintegration.com/Service/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/BULLETIN_12-06-01-001B.pdf

My PCM is now on its way to Black Bear Performance to get the AFM turned off for $55. Most people go this route now instead of installing the baffle shield, because of other issues with the AFM. Effect on mileage in this area with hills should be minimal. I have a new cover from Dorman to put on while the truck is down, then when the computer gets back I'll pull the plugs, put in an upper cylinder cleaner to try and clean up the rings if it's possible, blow it out, change the oil, and put in some new plugs.

Ah the joy of buying an expensive newer vehicle so you don't have to work on your old jeep anymore.

joshs1ofakindxj
03-23-2016, 04:10 PM
Oh look I bought a truck, AGAIN!

https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpf1/v/t34.0-12/12884403_594450674054571_160082698_n.jpg?oh=be3002 761a0d9c98674d4de9d612a88c&oe=56F5A183

2005 GMC Sierra Z71 Crew Cab

The good:
Got it for $8200
5.3L, no leaks, runs like a champ
NO RUST - rockers and frame are insanely clean
New tires, back bumper, and Interstate battery

The bad:
164k miles (I aint scurred!)
Smoker owned so it needs a deep clean
Center console is broken so to the junkyard I go
Needs a bed liner sprayed before I put it to work

The_War_Wagon
03-23-2016, 06:17 PM
So you got rid of the Mudslide because...???

joshs1ofakindxj
03-24-2016, 08:17 AM
Mudslide?

The_War_Wagon
03-24-2016, 09:20 AM
Mudslide?

Mudslide, Avalanche, Tidal Wave, Cavalier - whatever. :002:

joshs1ofakindxj
03-24-2016, 01:59 PM
The avalanche was unreliable depreciating money pit turd made in Mexico.

Cavalier is still in the stable. My fiancee is driving it around Oakland right now.

New truck was made in Canada. Superscout says it should be trouble free for the next million miles.

The_War_Wagon
03-24-2016, 10:39 PM
The avalanche was unreliable depreciating money pit turd made in Mexico.

So the first three pages of this thread are all lies now? :044:


Cavalier is still in the stable. My fiancee is driving it around Oakland right now.

Wow - I didn't EVEN notice that in your resume of autos there!

My wife had a '95, that was a shitbox from the word go. I always wanted to win the lottery, rent a C-130, take it up to 35,000', and drop that Crapalier back off OVER DICK Hendrick Chevrolet in Charlotte, where she bought that piece of Chitterlet. :092: That car SUCKED. :wasted:

muddeprived
03-25-2016, 06:59 AM
So the first three pages of this thread are all lies now? :044:



Wow - I didn't EVEN notice that in your resume of autos there!

My wife had a '95, that was a shitbox from the word go. I always wanted to win the lottery, rent a C-130, take it up to 35,000', and drop that Crapalier back off OVER DICK Hendrick Chevrolet in Charlotte, where she bought that piece of Chitterlet. :092: That car SUCKED. :wasted:

LOL my buddy owned a cavalier too and we always called it the crapolier. It's crap.

Super Scout
03-25-2016, 10:51 AM
Good cavaliers are like hot not crazy women, or a union member who isnt a democrat. They exist just very rare.

joshs1ofakindxj
07-11-2016, 10:36 AM
The smell inside wasn't from a smoker, it was from an old mouse nest in the driver side vents! It was blowing out a little at a time and I had enough. I pulled the HVAC box and cleaned everything out. What a time consuming job. Easy 8 hours, but so worth it.

https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/13606476_645234705642834_6771983022720647393_n.jpg ?oh=a0244e1f3af7ab241bfed7e4327061a7&oe=57EA9A57

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All clean and back together.

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The_War_Wagon
07-11-2016, 03:53 PM
Dang. I just dremel-tooled a hatch into my vent ducting under the dash, and vacuumed 24 years of crap out of my RC.