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Are You One Of The exclusive Av (2500) Owners

It's not about gas, it's about...RAW POWER :8: :8: :8: :8: :8: :8: :8:

What do you say to those GAS SAVERS "Get away fron me boy, ya bother me" >:D >:D >:D >:D

The oil companies need us to survive...and we're doing our part....BUYING LOTS OF GAS mmmmm gas is good..... :eek: :eek: :eek: :eek: :eek: :eek:

Mike :cool:
 
02-Z66 said:
i want to get one, but they cost too much. not to mention the cost of extra gas.
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They don't really cost that much more. Compare a 2500 vs a Z71 and you are only looking at a few hundred bucks.

Now gas cost... that is another story. Only hurts if you drive a lot of miles.
 
2500 owner here! I love it, the power is awesome. I traded in my 1999 F250 for it. Glad the Ford is gone.
 
Welcome Jelly, I also traded in a F350 4x4 crew cab w/7.3. I actually think the AV has more torque! Now you need to start the mods to get even more out of it. (y)
 
I dunno its got lots of torque... but then again Ive only test drove it around on the highway.. :8: oh well this weekend im going to use one to haul around my trailer+mechinery... shhh dont tell the dealership ;D
 
2002 Av Charter Member - about 24000 miles on my av. using about 2 quarts of oil per 3000 mile change. No mods. Have searched the net and priced mods that i think make the most sense. 2500 w/ 8.1L needs a Whipple w/intercooler. Proficientperformance.com has everyone beat in price and includes shipping.
http://proficientperformance.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Product_Code=WIP-GM81SI&Category_Code=wip_auto_superchargers_gm_new&Store_Code=PP
I know there is a lot of controversy over whip vs other roots or centrifugal supercharger or turbo. Paxton sounded good but I don't need an air to water intercooler (not drag racing). Ken Belle info is pretty sketchy on the web. Paxton has a three year warranty and Whipple one year. Whipple is about $300.00 cheaper and has free shipping.

Other mod(s) would be Gibson cat-back system and possibly Gibson headers. It's funny.Gibson is available cheaper here in Washington at a local shop vs on the net. Whipple is cheaper by purchasing on the web.

One of my biggest concerns with adding mods is the warranty void. my local dealership said it would void it. But whipple and retailers say it can't. I love this rig and plan to have it for 15 years or so but would like to "Kick it up a notch"!

any and all comments welcome. Hope to buy mods after first of year. ;D
 
New 2004 2500 w/ 4.10 axle.

When is thing going to hit OD?
Oh it already has!

3000 rpm at 82 mph Wow.

Bought it to pull the horse trailer. Love the solid ride and torque.
Love the XM Radio.

Avalon
 
Welcome to the subclub avalon (y) Get some mods for it and really see what it can do! Just be prepared to pay for it @ the pump >:D
 
2002 2500 Indigo Blue, loaded.. Picked it up in October for 24K with 17K miles. THis is the best truck I have ever driven. Lots of power, very smooth, great in the mud, great on the snow and fast.. oh did i forget, it looks awsome.

I have owned a 98 Tahoe Z71, and a 89 3500 454SS single cab. The Avalanche 2500 is the best all around truck that Chevy has made to this day!

:B:
 
Pay at the Pump????

How about 11.2 mpg!@

Only has 560 miles so far.

Not even broken in yet.

JTBLUE- how do you like the Diablo?

Avalon
 
avalonandl said:
JTBLUE- how do you like the Diablo?

Avalon
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I have the Diablo..really impressed. I have not had any custom programming done like alot of others, but I like it. My only downside is that you have to use super unleaded all the time. But worth it. >:D
 
No diablo here? what does it do for me, maybe I should have it. Hey while all of you fortuate 2500 owners are on line. what do you guys think about this....

I am about to buy some stuff. first on the list is the wheel spacers for the rears to come out... link... http://www.correctrack.com/

then i want to buy the HD keys to lift the front... link... http://performancelifts.com/cgi-bin/cart/PLC13-2.html

then after that, i will buy some 285's for the stock wheels.. hopefully the HD keys added will stop the rub on 285's in the front

JT
 
JTBLUE- Sorry i meant Oviedo.

OV- What have has the Diablo done for you that you noticed most?

Avalon
 
jtblue2500 said:
I am about to buy some stuff. first on the list is the wheel spacers for the rears to come out... link... http://www.correctrack.com/

then i want to buy the HD keys to lift the front... link... http://performancelifts.com/cgi-bin/cart/PLC13-2.html


JT
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The only person that I know has the spacers are Gandy..he swears by them, I would like them, just don't know if the $$ justifies it.

The key are also something I have wondered about. I was just going to ask someone w/ a 1500 who has swapped out withthe Ford keys if I could buy their old ones. They are supposed to do the same thing. But for that price, I thing I would just buy them. Just have been kind of worried about messing around with the front end. If you do either take some pics and let us know the results, I am very interested in knowing what you find out. (y)
 
avalonandl said:
OV- What have has the Diablo done for you that you noticed most?

Avalon
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With the Diablo I usally run mine in Tow/haul mode. I think the performance differnce is substantial. I saw two other guys w/ the 8.1 @ the STIGTG, and they both had custom programs made up, and they swear thta it makes a huge difference. I am probably going to stick w/ the stock program Diablo sent beacause I drive mine ALOT. But the performance w/ the Diablo, intake,and exhaust have been amazing. The Diablo is alot better than the Hypertech as it works all the time and not just @WOT, and is alot more adjustable. Hope this helps you out.
 
I agree for the spacers (350$$) is a lot!!!!

For the ford keys.. the 1500 models keys will not fit out 2500's, its different. Thats why if you clik the link that i have shown, the part is for GM 2500's only. Basicly the keys that are on that web site are for HD suspension and will only work on 2500 AV's not the 1500's. Its prity cheep! I am alittle worried about using them also, but its a draw between that or cranking the "T" bars up. Some people say its ok for the "t" bars to crank them, and some say its better to buy the HD keys????? who the hell knows.
 
jtblue2500 said:
For the ford keys.. the 1500 models keys will not fit out 2500's, its different. Thats why if you clik the link that i have shown, the part is for GM 2500's only. Basicly the keys that are on that web site are for HD suspension and will only work on 2500 AV's not the 1500's. Its prity cheep! I am alittle worried about using them also, but its a draw between that or cranking the "T" bars up. Some people say its ok for the "t" bars to crank them, and some say its better to buy the HD keys????? who the hell knows.
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I didn't mean those keys in your link will fit both. I meant someone w/ a 1500 who has installed the Ford keys. If you take their stock 1500 keys and install them on the 2500 it will lift the 2500 the same as the ones in your link. That seems to be a fairly cheap mod that would make a difference. Depending on install and alignment. Good luck and let us know.
 
I have a big black 2003 2500. I love it

What I really love is how it pulls my 19' Bayliner Capri classic cutty out of the water at almost an idle!

Mods, I dont know where Im going..... alls I know is I am on my way!

John
Salmon hunter
 
av2500

cool, that 19 footer is like putting a full tank of gas in the truck. it pulls my 30 foot 10k lb formula with no sweat !!!!
dont you just love this thing
 
I agree jt. I have a 26 PC and it is nice to have enough power to do the job. I still get a bit queezy going down hill and around corners - braking you know. Avalanche is a great rig.
Nathan
 
"That's a rare bird ya got there partner!" - Tech at dealership re: 2500 Avy in for servicing

After realizing that the rear end in the 1500 Avalanche was the same as my Chevy S-10 ZR2 compact truck, I knew I had to get the 2500! The larger gas tank, better rear suspension, stronger wheels, additional capacity, etc... was just icing on the cake. Plus, now when I tow anything I'm so not worried about straining my truck (at all). I can honestly say that I didn't notice a price difference as well. Plus the mags said it was actuall faster through the slalom course than a 1500! :love: :B: ;D
 
I have 50000 on the truck and 12000 on the new motor, this motor so far only shows me check oil level at 3000 miles after an oil change which I can live with. The first motor the check oil level light would come on after 1500 miles. Even with that this truck is and does every thing I need it too.

Happy AVing,

Troy
 
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