That Tahoe looks nice! I've done a leveling kit up front and a spacer in the rear for some additional clearance for articulation. Think an add a leaf would do the same. Also maybe a 2 inch body lift too. For me It's a lot of fun having additional space for the family. My primary wheeling rig is an 86 Suzuki Samurai in which the family may have trouble fitting in.
I think I mentioned this last video. But ball joints and steering links are a must. The steering links can bend while driving straight. At 15:08 when you gas it and you see the tire steering angle jump in and out, that is what will bend the steering links. And that may have been caused by worn steering and/or ball joints. But it looks really good with those tires, and the chrome pieces removed.
All of the steering is worn so much on this thing... I can move the tires with my hand at least a couple of inches left and right. I've been looking at a couple of different options for arms and someone here mentioned the redhead steering box so I'll keep looking.
I'm curious if you had your torsion bars torqued up prior, or were they set at factory height? I'm doing the 2" to 3" lift on my 2002 with the newer torsion bar keys. That should take care of any fender rub (I'm hoping). lol Mine is a Z71 with 4.10 gears, which seems to be plenty, since it's more on road than off. I'm also curious about tread wear on these tires. Generally, my luck with off road tires, is that the tread wears fast with lots of highway speed driving. Some I've owned barely lasted 3,000 miles.
I have no idea about the torsion bars being adjusted before I owned the vehicle. I have over 20,000 hard miles on my Patagonia MT tires on my Jeep. If you're going through tires that fast, I'd check alignment settings ASAP.
@@AutoEdits Yeah, they wore evenly, just as bad at the rear. So alignment isn't an issue, just 75mph on the interstate. Possibly softer compound versus the heat of extra speed. So, likely, you could get another inch or so of height in the front by cranking them in. Cool.
I wish I never sold my 5.7 Vortec powered GMC Yukon. It looked exactly look this lol. It was an amazing truck. I've always loved the 88-98 GM trucks, especially the 96-98 examples. Cool budget rig Jason. Love it!
So glad I found this build. My 99/2000 Tahoe needs some love. You don't see many on YT treated as real off road worthy, which they totally are. Looking forward to more! 😎
What a beast. You're the only person I know with a Wrangler, a Ram, a Mustang, a Tesla and a Tahoe! You're the very definition of a car guy. Btw, I'm sorry to say this but TahOverlander is a terrible name.
I have a GMT-400 Suburban and the upgrade I'm most pleased with is the full Powerstop Z36 brake kit with the powder coated calipers. The stock brakes are a weak point on this platform and the Powerstop brakes are amazing. And they're cheaper than OEM brakes from the dealer. You'll want Part No. KC1970-36 I replaced all my front end parts with HD Moog or GM parts. In my case I got TA K02's for what you paid for those milestars. I also have an HT-383E engine swap with JB headers and Magnaflow header back exhaust with performance cats plus a performance tune. Love this platform. Amazing truck in all weather. Easy and inexpensive to work on. Drives great in town and on the highway.
Odd. I have a GMT-800 Suburban, and it’s brakes are phenomenal. It stops faster and truer than the 2017 Nissan Altima and 2016 Hyundai Sonata I had before. Of course, it’s 4-wheel discs, so perhaps that’s part of it.
Love the truck! Brings me back memories of my parents 2 door tahoe on how easy and fun it was to drive. Can wait to find one soon and build a similar truck once again. Btw where is was wash/off-roading film at. thanks
Love it man! I am in the market for one of these things for myself. Big enough for the kids, my wife, the dogs, a good rig to go fishing with or out to the cabin. I'm kind of excited! Looking forward to some more of your content! Thanks so much man!
Whats the actual height of the 35s mounted on the wheels? I have 285-75-16 in aftermarket 16"s and these are basically 33" on my 98 Tahoe. And with the 3.73s that it has it does 70 mph at around 1,800 rpm
Unfortunately not too much support for heavy duty steering duty parts. Cognito makes a pitman arm brace. Rough country makes a steering stabilizer. FFR fabrication and Phatphabz makes heavy duty tie rods, if you don't mind heim joints. Sway bar delete is free of course.
AMAZING!!! I have a 99 Tahoe and no one really makes content for this body style anymore. I’ve got a 99 2WD. What’s the largest Tires I can fit under it?
Stock size tire is roughly 29” tall for 2wd. I’ve fit 31s with no modifications on stock wheels. I put a rough country lift spindle and did the same bumper cutting and fender massaging as seen in this video to fit ~33s (295/75r16) on (16x8” -12 offset) aftermarket wheels. With stock wheels I think you’d be good for 33s with stock suspension as long as your coil springs aren’t worn out.
I can't wait to see the re-gearing. I want to do that to my truck and add the locker but have been having a terrible time finding good videos on it. Thank you!
looking forward to the build. You should include the tune-up in your videos too. It would be nice to see that along with coolant flush etc. so it can help people know how to do that when buying a older vehicle or one that has been sitting for awhile.
That's what's up... WHITE LETTERS OUT!!! I'm not the only one who thinks this looks so good on a vehicle!!! I get so mad when I see a person with them on this inside I'm like ugh!!! Lol 👍👍💯🔥
Oh you're in for it now, big tires do interesting things to old trucks :) Looks great, awesome project. Just don't go too far off the trail for a while, those big tires will expose the weakness in the drivetrain. Which is a good thing if you want to turn that into an off-roader, since you can fix them and get the truck squared away and reliable for longer trips. BTW - Props on the production value, the back facing front cam on the trail, nice!
I did it with my 04 expedition. Same tires. Rubs just a little. The tires make the truck. Once the word gets out some more on these tires BF goodrich is going to be in for a big surprise. Can't beat the price. Just ordered my winch. No it's not a warn winch. I would have to take out a loan for one of those. I can buy 5 fiery red 13000lb winches for the same money. Buy 2 and keep a spare in the back. Just saying. Have fun.
Is that ab35x12.5.16 tire you have ? Because I stopped by my Discount tire here in Indiana and they said that Patagonia does not make that size to fit my wheels, Which are stock ones like yours.
They fit as you can see in this video but they are not in the manufacturer's size recommendation for this width of wheel so a major chain like that wouldn't want that liability.
Just picked up a 1997 k1500 extended cab going to do the same thing as you soon once I get it running again looks like you near me hopefully I’ll catch you driving around
The problem here is the IFS. It is a weak link and with any hard use it will break. It is notorious for lifting wheels. Installing a locker will make it even more vulnerable. So yeah you got 35s and a bomb waiting to go off in the front axle.
I have a k2500 suburban on 33s. Doing some east coast wheeling its was able to hang with my buddies' icon 4 runner and a lockered jeep comanche. It's more comfortable off road than either of them and is just about as capable. It was 600 bucks, pulls 10k, and it never breaks down more than 50 bucks worth. I can't ask for more than that
Love your videos. They are always fun to watch and entertaining! Also, that Tahoe has me feeling nostalgic, riding around in my Mom’s Tahoe with the 5.7 vortec. Simpler times...
Right! I can't quite explain the nostalgia and how it impacts the feeling of wrenching or driving on it... it's not like it's a classic car or anything... just very interesting that it's real.
Steering tie rods and control arms go with kryptonite they are a east talking 24mm size nuts to lock everything and great warranty jump it drag it sled it if it breaks they cover it
I hope you told the person you bought this from about your channel. Imagine how cool this would be for them to watch. After all their memories they have in that car and it getting a second life.
I ❤️ MY 01' TAHOE!! She crawls effortlessly and 4-Wheeling is my heart. If you have a chance to take it in the snow, you will NOT be disappointed. Thank you for sharing this step-by-step mod. Not sure I'll shoot for the 35"s but again, thanks to you I have an idea🤗 Your right when you said you could just keep riding. Such a comfortable and effortless truck off road.
Hmm, let's see, stuffing 35-inch rubber on a stock Tahoe with stock 26-year-old SUV suspension components, what could possibly go wrong?! Nothing really, I wonder how long before your tie rods snap like Twiggs. You might want to give Kryptonite a call for your front end suspension parts.
just subscribed because i had one of these tahoes.... a 96 and sometimes i miss it.....had great room and just a great truck....yes do updates on this suv ....maybe a roof rack and lighting?........will be watching!
So, 35's fit without too much fuss. Good to know. I'll have to consider that for my Tahoe. I'll wait and see what you do next. It looks so darn good with those 35's, absolutely love it.
I've had my '00 Tahoe ('99 model year) since new. I've been considering making it weekend rig. This is exactly where I want to start - a new front bumper is needed anyway ! It is Z71 and had a dealer installed cattle guard - which they started the rust from their installation or hardware choice? anyway the rest of the truck deserves this refresh! thanks for posting
@AutoEdits it's just a trim package that mine has. It is not the newer body style, it's a '99 that was sold as '00. Chevrolet just added options and sold them for a discount because they still had some leftovers... and they also had the newer body style for sale at the same time. I have body color wheel trim that I will need to remove to see if the 35" tires will fit, - because the opening is too small as it sits.
I'm looking at buying a 1995 Chevy Tahoe 4 x 4 $2,000 it has the throttle body injected 305 not the vortec motor or push button 4-wheel drive it actually has the lever on the floor, this will only be my second Chevy product I've ever owned but the electric seats have to go LOL can't wait to see how this journey goes I see how popular are these vehicles are so why not
@@AutoEdits yeah I know nothing about Chevy square bodies or anything on these tahoes but give me a classic 60s Chevy truck then I know so this is going to be something new to me
Also, you want kryptonite tierods and if sticking with stock control arms and such just use Moog parts for the rest. If you put towing air bags in the back you can get rid of the bump stops for better ride quality and adjustable lift lol. Mine had them and it would raise 3" or so from empty bag to 50psi
Jason, having watched your channel for years, and knowing how your plans for a vehicle can change, I look forward to the day you decide to take the Tahoe to Tahoe by way of the Rubicon Trail.
You just blew my mind with that one... If I could get this thing capable enough to survive the Rubicon would be EPIC! But to take the Tahoe to Tahoe thing may just happen soon because of how awesome that sounds... thank you!
@@AutoEdits Only place I know that carries them is Rockauto. See what they have by chance. They're tan and green and are under the "heavy duty" tab, or the "premium" tab.
I'm looking forward to watching your series with this truck.I have 1992 suburban where I just put a 350 four bolt main in to replace the tired old 350 .I also have a 2-in lift to level the truck out. I'll be doing small upgrades to make it more dependable and survivable doing overlanding trips and because I have the 700R4 transmission, I'll be looking to beef that up in the future.
How does the 700R4 compare to the 4L60 in my Tahoe? Give this video a watch ua-cam.com/video/SLxA9hlW9y8/v-deo.html this platform does so well on long trips!
I purchased a 95 Chevy Tahoe 4 x 4 about four years ago and I’m having the same experience lots of fun lots of satisfaction driving an older vehicle it does need TLC here and there but what a blast!
Interesting to hear this... not the first time either... I spent a lot of time with that rad dude but never thought we sounded even similar but the folks like you know better than me.
I have a couple of K2500 pickups and they both rub with aftermarket wheels and 33x12.50s. I'm definitely going to install the tires on a set of stock wheels. I have cranked the torsion bars. Mine rub on the front bumper and the rear of the front fender. . And I've trimmed both!
I relate to this video so much. I have a 2wd Dodge Ram 1500 6speed manual regular cab short bed. I installed 4.10 gears and have a Detroit locker in the stock Chrysler 9.25 rear axle. It goes off road no problem on my 33” BFG KM3s. I have a new 4x4 but I’m not taking it hardcore off-roading because I don’t want to scratch it lol. My 2wd can go all the places I need it to being in south Florida and a trail like what you’re on in this video is perfect and I agree I could do that all day too just riding with the windows down and soaking it all in 😎
I dig the hell out of this project, I'd love to see it progress into a full on overland rig over time, especially on a tight budget...
That's the plan!
@@AutoEdits Hey! that's my Tahoe!!
Yes, do a build series on this truck.
Copy that!
Im currently building my 97 tahoe i will definitely fallow this build
@@AutoEdits please!
That Tahoe looks nice! I've done a leveling kit up front and a spacer in the rear for some additional clearance for articulation. Think an add a leaf would do the same. Also maybe a 2 inch body lift too. For me It's a lot of fun having additional space for the family. My primary wheeling rig is an 86 Suzuki Samurai in which the family may have trouble fitting in.
I just got some 20 inch ceterlines and nitto trail grapplers 35 12.50 and the bumpstops heck yeah
I want to put 35" tires on my 96 Chevy dually so this has been very helpful. The body is already ugly so no worries about cutting it more.
HA!
Can't wait for all your videos to come your doing so well
Thanks, I'm glad someone is watching!
What about a solid axle swap? If the front end needs a lot of work, prob better off just swapping it and having a cool off road rig
Sounds expensive and just plain hard... not sure I can pull it off.
White Letters OUT, indeed!!
Heck yeah!
They were find right out of the box.. just needed bigger tires!!!
Yep!
I think I mentioned this last video. But ball joints and steering links are a must. The steering links can bend while driving straight. At 15:08 when you gas it and you see the tire steering angle jump in and out, that is what will bend the steering links. And that may have been caused by worn steering and/or ball joints. But it looks really good with those tires, and the chrome pieces removed.
All of the steering is worn so much on this thing... I can move the tires with my hand at least a couple of inches left and right. I've been looking at a couple of different options for arms and someone here mentioned the redhead steering box so I'll keep looking.
@@AutoEdits There used to be quite a few upgrades out there. Seems like there is fewer now :(
Yep.
SAS that thing, since youre gonna need to replace a lot refreshing at the front
That sounds like it's out of my skillset... but I'm willing to learn how hard it would actually be.
@@AutoEdits Im sure you can do it, as I can see your in your videos. You just need the time👌
Are the tires reversible if you don't want to see the white lettering
Nevermind, watched further and found my answer
I'm curious if you had your torsion bars torqued up prior, or were they set at factory height? I'm doing the 2" to 3" lift on my 2002 with the newer torsion bar keys. That should take care of any fender rub (I'm hoping). lol Mine is a Z71 with 4.10 gears, which seems to be plenty, since it's more on road than off. I'm also curious about tread wear on these tires. Generally, my luck with off road tires, is that the tread wears fast with lots of highway speed driving. Some I've owned barely lasted 3,000 miles.
I have no idea about the torsion bars being adjusted before I owned the vehicle. I have over 20,000 hard miles on my Patagonia MT tires on my Jeep. If you're going through tires that fast, I'd check alignment settings ASAP.
@@AutoEdits Yeah, they wore evenly, just as bad at the rear. So alignment isn't an issue, just 75mph on the interstate. Possibly softer compound versus the heat of extra speed.
So, likely, you could get another inch or so of height in the front by cranking them in. Cool.
One of the best platforms ever, can't get enough of these vehicles
I agree!
I wish I never sold my 5.7 Vortec powered GMC Yukon. It looked exactly look this lol. It was an amazing truck. I've always loved the 88-98 GM trucks, especially the 96-98 examples. Cool budget rig Jason. Love it!
Always appreciate your upbeat and positive personality. :-)
Thanks a bunch!
It looks amazing with those tires on it.
I think so too!
I have a 1995 Chevy Tahoe with 300k miles
So glad I found this build. My 99/2000 Tahoe needs some love. You don't see many on YT treated as real off road worthy, which they totally are. Looking forward to more! 😎
Just rewatched the "watch me stuff these 37s under my jkur" last night...this could be your thing. Tossing oversized tires on stock vehicles channel.
HAHA!!!
This is the type of thing I can get behind!
I like the oem wheels.
Same here! I'm glad he kept them. They're probably also the main reason why he doesn't have much rubbing.
What a beast. You're the only person I know with a Wrangler, a Ram, a Mustang, a Tesla and a Tahoe! You're the very definition of a car guy.
Btw, I'm sorry to say this but TahOverlander is a terrible name.
I’ve been kinda lucky🤣 I totally appreciate the input on the dorky name! You have given very good advice over the years... tahoverland ends here 😂😂😂
I have a GMT-400 Suburban and the upgrade I'm most pleased with is the full Powerstop Z36 brake kit with the powder coated calipers.
The stock brakes are a weak point on this platform and the Powerstop brakes are amazing. And they're cheaper than OEM brakes from the dealer.
You'll want Part No. KC1970-36
I replaced all my front end parts with HD Moog or GM parts.
In my case I got TA K02's for what you paid for those milestars.
I also have an HT-383E engine swap with JB headers and Magnaflow header back exhaust with performance cats plus a performance tune.
Love this platform. Amazing truck in all weather. Easy and inexpensive to work on. Drives great in town and on the highway.
That sounds like a great rig! I would love a 383 in this but that might be tough here in California.
Odd. I have a GMT-800 Suburban, and it’s brakes are phenomenal. It stops faster and truer than the 2017 Nissan Altima and 2016 Hyundai Sonata I had before. Of course, it’s 4-wheel discs, so perhaps that’s part of it.
@@MarcPiery that's because they fixed the issue on the GMT-800 platform. Bigger front rotors and 4 wheel disks.
@@AutoEdits yeah, unfortunately the HT383E isn't, AFAIR, California smog compliant.
😊 What size tires are those exactly?
That generation Tahoe/Suburban is one of the very few gm products I would own.
Snuck right up on me... I love this thing.
GM powertrain reliability went downhill after 2006, and 2002 electrical components.
Was a pleasure meeting you! - Amazon Driver
Howdy dude! glad you stopped and introduced yourself!
I love how everyone wants 4k+ for an $800 dollar truck
LOL
I am so pumped for this build! Looks like tons of fun!
So far it is a lot of fun!
I have a 98 Tahoe with the exact same tires, but I have American Racing Baja wheels and a 6 inch lift. No trimming. Love the build so far.
Maybe I shouldnt be so nervous about putting 33s on my stock 2002... happy to find this 3 years later.
Love the truck! Brings me back memories of my parents 2 door tahoe on how easy and fun it was to drive. Can wait to find one soon and build a similar truck once again. Btw where is was wash/off-roading film at. thanks
Love it man! I am in the market for one of these things for myself. Big enough for the kids, my wife, the dogs, a good rig to go fishing with or out to the cabin. I'm kind of excited! Looking forward to some more of your content!
Thanks so much man!
Whats the actual height of the 35s mounted on the wheels? I have 285-75-16 in aftermarket 16"s and these are basically 33" on my 98 Tahoe. And with the 3.73s that it has it does 70 mph at around 1,800 rpm
1993 Chevy K1500 xcab...sunk $4,600 into it this year...putting another $3- 4k into it. I've had it aince 20,000 mi. 😮😊 24 years I've had her.
Unfortunately not too much support for heavy duty steering duty parts. Cognito makes a pitman arm brace. Rough country makes a steering stabilizer. FFR fabrication and Phatphabz makes heavy duty tie rods, if you don't mind heim joints. Sway bar delete is free of course.
Very interesting to learn this!
I wish I found a $800 tahoe I stay in Illinois so if it’s cheap it’s probably rusted out
WHITE LETTERS OUT! Hell yeah i aint the only one.
Yeah buddy!
East coast mudder over here !!! .... looking to grab a new hauler.
AMAZING!!! I have a 99 Tahoe and no one really makes content for this body style anymore.
I’ve got a 99 2WD. What’s the largest Tires I can fit under it?
Howdy! Yours is about the same as this one from my understanding. So very safe to go 33" with a bit of the adjustments you saw me do in this video.
Stock size tire is roughly 29” tall for 2wd. I’ve fit 31s with no modifications on stock wheels. I put a rough country lift spindle and did the same bumper cutting and fender massaging as seen in this video to fit ~33s (295/75r16) on (16x8” -12 offset) aftermarket wheels. With stock wheels I think you’d be good for 33s with stock suspension as long as your coil springs aren’t worn out.
So if you barely have to do any cutting for stock suspension I’m guessing if you got a leveling kit would be fine
Worth a try!
I can't wait to see the re-gearing. I want to do that to my truck and add the locker but have been having a terrible time finding good videos on it. Thank you!
Coming soon!
@@AutoEdits i subbed and will watch more for sure 👍 😊 👌
@@bustersmith5569 Hope you like this truck as much as I do... ua-cam.com/video/SLxA9hlW9y8/v-deo.html
Hey love it video! Did u put a lift and if so what kind!
This should give you an idea ua-cam.com/video/Jq-FvLoSr9Q/v-deo.html
There is a good chance that had a factory locker in the rear if there is g80 code in the glovebox
Now I want to put 35s on mine. I have 33s and bullet holes
looking forward to the build. You should include the tune-up in your videos too. It would be nice to see that along with coolant flush etc. so it can help people know how to do that when buying a older vehicle or one that has been sitting for awhile.
Ok, I’ll see about shooting some of that!
That's what's up... WHITE LETTERS OUT!!! I'm not the only one who thinks this looks so good on a vehicle!!! I get so mad when I see a person with them on this inside I'm like ugh!!! Lol 👍👍💯🔥
HA!
YES!!!! More Tahoe videos!!!!!
Okiedokie!
Oh you're in for it now, big tires do interesting things to old trucks :) Looks great, awesome project. Just don't go too far off the trail for a while, those big tires will expose the weakness in the drivetrain. Which is a good thing if you want to turn that into an off-roader, since you can fix them and get the truck squared away and reliable for longer trips. BTW - Props on the production value, the back facing front cam on the trail, nice!
Thanks 👍 a bunch!!!
I did it with my 04 expedition. Same tires. Rubs just a little. The tires make the truck. Once the word gets out some more on these tires BF goodrich is going to be in for a big surprise. Can't beat the price. Just ordered my winch. No it's not a warn winch. I would have to take out a loan for one of those. I can buy 5 fiery red 13000lb winches for the same money. Buy 2 and keep a spare in the back. Just saying. Have fun.
Nice to hear about your project! Totally get you on the Warn vs other brand for a cheap build up... Thanks for being here!
Is that ab35x12.5.16 tire you have ?
Because I stopped by my Discount tire here in Indiana and they said that Patagonia does not make that size to fit my wheels,
Which are stock ones like yours.
They fit as you can see in this video but they are not in the manufacturer's size recommendation for this width of wheel so a major chain like that wouldn't want that liability.
Do you know if I could put 35x12.5x20 on a 2003 z71 tahoe? The tires on it now are 285/55/20 but there’s a big gap in the wheel well. Thank you!
Yes, they will fit but you will likely have to deal with a bit of rubbing in a few spots.
Just picked up a 1997 k1500 extended cab going to do the same thing as you soon once I get it running again looks like you near me hopefully I’ll catch you driving around
Howdy!
MOOG Problem Solver balljoints. Weld LCA balljoint in-place. Replace all steer+susp pcs ar same time. AND it will still wander
Thanks for the suggestions.
The problem here is the IFS. It is a weak link and with any hard use it will break. It is notorious for lifting wheels. Installing a locker will make it even more vulnerable. So yeah you got 35s and a bomb waiting to go off in the front axle.
All valid points but this rig was built to do this ua-cam.com/video/SLxA9hlW9y8/v-deo.html
And it does a great job.
I have a k2500 suburban on 33s. Doing some east coast wheeling its was able to hang with my buddies' icon 4 runner and a lockered jeep comanche. It's more comfortable off road than either of them and is just about as capable. It was 600 bucks, pulls 10k, and it never breaks down more than 50 bucks worth. I can't ask for more than that
I absolutely love the way you say it never breaks down more than 50 bucks worth.... LOVE IT! Your sir are a true car guy and I'm glad you are here.
Love your videos. They are always fun to watch and entertaining! Also, that Tahoe has me feeling nostalgic, riding around in my Mom’s Tahoe with the 5.7 vortec. Simpler times...
Right! I can't quite explain the nostalgia and how it impacts the feeling of wrenching or driving on it... it's not like it's a classic car or anything... just very interesting that it's real.
Can I do this same thing with my 1999 Yukon 4x4? I have stock wheels as well, same ones.
Sure!
Steering tie rods and control arms go with kryptonite they are a east talking 24mm size nuts to lock everything and great warranty jump it drag it sled it if it breaks they cover it
Dang... awesome tip... I'm going to look them up! Thanks!
I hope you told the person you bought this from about your channel. Imagine how cool this would be for them to watch. After all their memories they have in that car and it getting a second life.
I ❤️ MY 01' TAHOE!! She crawls effortlessly and 4-Wheeling is my heart. If you have a chance to take it in the snow, you will NOT be disappointed. Thank you for sharing this step-by-step mod. Not sure I'll shoot for the 35"s but again, thanks to you I have an idea🤗 Your right when you said you could just keep riding. Such a comfortable and effortless truck off road.
I agree and love to hear from another Tahoe lover!
I wanna see a build series so bad! I picked up a 99 suburban today for $1000. Love these 90s chevys
It's a really great platform to work on... lots of aftermarket support and just fun!
@@AutoEdits they’re awesome! The rigs of my childhood
Nice i just got me a 99 4x4 happy i found ur videos!!… and where is the Camaro??
Sold that.
MOOG Heavy Duty steering parts. Great upgrade for your steering. I do it to all my rigs.
Right on!
Obs chevy's are the second best truck built after the square body
🤣
Hmm, let's see, stuffing 35-inch rubber on a stock Tahoe with stock 26-year-old SUV suspension components, what could possibly go wrong?! Nothing really, I wonder how long before your tie rods snap like Twiggs. You might want to give Kryptonite a call for your front end suspension parts.
That's the plan at the moment.
just subscribed because i had one of these tahoes.... a 96 and sometimes i miss it.....had great room and just a great truck....yes do updates on this suv ....maybe a roof rack and lighting?........will be watching!
Howdy and thanks for the sub!
i am so pumped for this build... unbelievably pumped. haha!
I’m glad!
If I can say.if u plan to do that type of off roaded I would bein the front up 2 in so u have head way with the tires.
Good advice.
I've personally had better longevity with AC Delco pro parts over moog. Especially with steering components. My 99 eats upper ball joints though
Gotcha! This is how I learn!
maybe u can use parts from a 3/4 ton model for upgrading
Doing the same thing for 1994 suburban k1500 wish me luck
Good luck!
I’m so excited for this build!! Love the channel sir, you inspire me to do builds on my channel! 👍🏼
Awesome! Thank you!
So, 35's fit without too much fuss. Good to know. I'll have to consider that for my Tahoe. I'll wait and see what you do next. It looks so darn good with those 35's, absolutely love it.
Thank you ... it’s going to need some fine tuning but it’s really good so far!
I've had my '00 Tahoe ('99 model year) since new. I've been considering making it weekend rig. This is exactly where I want to start - a new front bumper is needed anyway ! It is Z71 and had a dealer installed cattle guard - which they started the rust from their installation or hardware choice? anyway the rest of the truck deserves this refresh! thanks for posting
I love the look of the 2000 so much better than mine!
@AutoEdits it's just a trim package that mine has. It is not the newer body style, it's a '99 that was sold as '00. Chevrolet just added options and sold them for a discount because they still had some leftovers... and they also had the newer body style for sale at the same time. I have body color wheel trim that I will need to remove to see if the 35" tires will fit, - because the opening is too small as it sits.
Am I the only one that heard that exhaust? Is it stock or was it modified??!
It's got an old flowmaster super44 that's a little tired but still sounds ok!
I'm looking at buying a 1995 Chevy Tahoe 4 x 4 $2,000 it has the throttle body injected 305 not the vortec motor or push button 4-wheel drive it actually has the lever on the floor, this will only be my second Chevy product I've ever owned but the electric seats have to go LOL can't wait to see how this journey goes I see how popular are these vehicles are so why not
Good luck and have fun!
@@AutoEdits yeah I know nothing about Chevy square bodies or anything on these tahoes but give me a classic 60s Chevy truck then I know so this is going to be something new to me
Derek Michaels on Facebook to get rid of the rag joint and go u joint in the steering shaft
Will check that!
Also, you want kryptonite tierods and if sticking with stock control arms and such just use Moog parts for the rest. If you put towing air bags in the back you can get rid of the bump stops for better ride quality and adjustable lift lol. Mine had them and it would raise 3" or so from empty bag to 50psi
All very great suggestions! Thanks!
Jason, having watched your channel for years, and knowing how your plans for a vehicle can change, I look forward to the day you decide to take the Tahoe to Tahoe by way of the Rubicon Trail.
You just blew my mind with that one... If I could get this thing capable enough to survive the Rubicon would be EPIC! But to take the Tahoe to Tahoe thing may just happen soon because of how awesome that sounds... thank you!
Nice, Im very excited to see the videos ahead for this Project !! Always enjoy watching your builds 👍🏻
Thanks! 👍
Mevotech TTX for the front end parts 1,000%! By far the best off the shelf front end parts I've ever used. Lifetime warranty too!
I'll check what they offer for this.
@@AutoEdits Only place I know that carries them is Rockauto. See what they have by chance. They're tan and green and are under the "heavy duty" tab, or the "premium" tab.
You have fired me up to hack my 2011 Tahoe SSV. Thank you!
Awesome to hear!
I'm looking forward to watching your series with this truck.I have 1992 suburban where I just put a 350 four bolt main in to replace the tired old 350 .I also have a 2-in lift to level the truck out. I'll be doing small upgrades to make it more dependable and survivable doing overlanding trips and because I have the 700R4 transmission, I'll be looking to beef that up in the future.
How does the 700R4 compare to the 4L60 in my Tahoe? Give this video a watch ua-cam.com/video/SLxA9hlW9y8/v-deo.html this platform does so well on long trips!
Got an 07 on 35s. Super fun on trails and going camping as it clears well over some of the boulders/ricks I encounter. Looks good too.
I like the 07's.
Had a 98 Chevy taho 4x4 wish I kept that truck son.
They are darn good trucks.
I purchased a 95 Chevy Tahoe 4 x 4 about four years ago and I’m having the same experience lots of fun lots of satisfaction driving an older vehicle it does need TLC here and there but what a blast!
Couldn't agree more!
And you just found the appeal of a cheap 90s Chevy half ton.
Very true!
I went all holley proforged for all my front end parts, cunningham machine steering shaft, and red head steering box on my two door yukon
Thanks for all the great suggestions! Forgot that Holley offered stuff for this!
Needs a 6.0 and a 80e then you wouldn't need to bother with a regear
Now were talkin!
Crazy how you fit 35s on a stock Tahoe. I put 33s on my 09 2500 Burb and i've got quite a bit of trimming to do in the front. Great vid!
Thanks so much for watching and taking a moment to share!
I own a 97 same colour id like to do some easy mods like this to mine
It's such a great platform!
As a yukon XL owner, I'd love to see this build! I love these trucks
Glad to hear you like it... and how come you never told me how fun these things are ? LOL
Nice job. Love your projects and how practical your approach is with getting these rigs fitted to your needs.
Glad you like them! Thanks!
You should eventually do an 1983 - 1997 Ford Ranger with the Twin I Beam. Would love to see an awesome build with an TTB
I like those... seen a lot of them done well. I just accidentally ended up with this thing.
@@AutoEdits i love both my 95 Ranger Twin I beam manual hubs. And my 93' F250 Twin I beam automatic hubs. Both work great off road
Do you and David Freiburger have the same voice actor?
Interesting to hear this... not the first time either... I spent a lot of time with that rad dude but never thought we sounded even similar but the folks like you know better than me.
Always had a soft spot for the squared off look of that generation of Chevy trucks.
Me too!
I have a couple of K2500 pickups and they both rub with aftermarket wheels and 33x12.50s. I'm definitely going to install the tires on a set of stock wheels. I have cranked the torsion bars.
Mine rub on the front bumper and the rear of the front fender. . And I've trimmed both!
Great job There is reason why the HMVV/HUMMER was designed with 37s and low center gravity.
Rockauto steering
I relate to this video so much. I have a 2wd Dodge Ram 1500 6speed manual regular cab short bed. I installed 4.10 gears and have a Detroit locker in the stock Chrysler 9.25 rear axle. It goes off road no problem on my 33” BFG KM3s. I have a new 4x4 but I’m not taking it hardcore off-roading because I don’t want to scratch it lol. My 2wd can go all the places I need it to being in south Florida and a trail like what you’re on in this video is perfect and I agree I could do that all day too just riding with the windows down and soaking it all in 😎
This right here! I'm looking to do a locker on the Ram soon!
@@AutoEdits can’t wait to see that video!
I've been hesitant to put 35"s on my truck with the stock rims but after seeing your video I'm now convinced I'll have no issues.
I was thinking the same thing about the stock rims,,,,,, 👍
I love it! 👏🏽👏🏽
Don't forget to carry a spare fuel pump with you
Where is the fuel pump on this thing... in the tank?
These are absolute gems right now.
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