I Finally Found a Good Chevy (and I'm Buying It)

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  • Chevy Trailblazer SS review. I Finally Found a Chevy I Would Buy, DIY and SUV review with Scotty Kilmer. The best SUV Chevy ever made. Should I buy a used Chevy Trailblazer SS? Buying a used Chevy SUV. Is Chevy reliable? The truth about old Chevy SUVs. Car advice. DIY car repair with Scotty Kilmer, an auto mechanic for the last 52 years.
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  • @scottykilmer
    @scottykilmer  4 роки тому +35

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    • @killstreakgaming78
      @killstreakgaming78 4 роки тому

      @scotty kilmer how much should a classic dodge charger cost me running and everything

    • @dswitz9997
      @dswitz9997 4 роки тому

      What about 2008 Chevy Colorado 2.9 inline 4?

    • @TimberWolf429
      @TimberWolf429 4 роки тому

      Scotty, I don't have to worry about emissions, my truck never had them, and is exempt from the regulations, being it's a 1991 1 ton diesel

    • @mav4516
      @mav4516 4 роки тому

      What about a 2013 ford explorer

    • @kaydenk1903
      @kaydenk1903 4 роки тому

      Hey Scotty if u ever want to sell it lemme know

  • @themanipulator1
    @themanipulator1 4 роки тому +363

    If scotty ever buys a car, nobody will ever believe him 😂

    • @juanquintana7508
      @juanquintana7508 4 роки тому +27

      The boy who cried "i'm buying it"😂

    • @android-ud2nf
      @android-ud2nf 4 роки тому +6

      Until he says he bought a 94 celica or 95 celica don’t believe him

    • @saturnmotorssalesofamerica4952
      @saturnmotorssalesofamerica4952 3 роки тому

      Especially mahk

    • @blairbrown4812
      @blairbrown4812 3 роки тому +1

      No.
      If Scotty ever buys a *NEW* car, off the showroom floor, nobody will *EVER* believe him!
      Otherwise, it would be a sure sign that The End is nigh.

  • @wockhardt6779
    @wockhardt6779 4 роки тому +382

    I swear this guy’s buying a car everyday.

    • @brentjones886
      @brentjones886 4 роки тому +10

      Its customer cars..

    • @Bren9431
      @Bren9431 4 роки тому +28

      @@brentjones886 It's a joke..

    • @mikezerker6925
      @mikezerker6925 4 роки тому +4

      Yeah! I think this is his fifth car this week!

    • @bansheemania1692
      @bansheemania1692 4 роки тому +2

      Maybe he has a Bat cave Filled with Beater's

    • @billdougan4022
      @billdougan4022 4 роки тому +4

      I'm not buying the fact that,
      Scotty says, he's buying a Chevy. 🐱

  • @Sea2SeaAdventures
    @Sea2SeaAdventures 4 роки тому +145

    I never thought I’d see Scotty endorse a TrailBlazer.

    • @basshead.
      @basshead. 4 роки тому +19

      GM makes the best V8 engines in the world.

    • @loktom4068
      @loktom4068 4 роки тому +1

      If DUMB DUMB GM V8 Corvette engine everything it makes will gain back it's American pride and joy again.
      But GM = GROSS MANAGEMENT so much for that too good to be true.

    • @deanh7190
      @deanh7190 4 роки тому +1

      He was enamored with the Vette motor.

    • @gregpavitt309
      @gregpavitt309 4 роки тому +2

      Scotty only likes the engine... That's it...

    • @brandoncaldwell95
      @brandoncaldwell95 4 роки тому +4

      @@gregpavitt309 the V8 5.3 and 6.0 L engines were one of the best besides the 454 (i call them the building shakers) and the 350. Good motors. Everything else, meh.

  • @thomasknight7734
    @thomasknight7734 4 роки тому +93

    My 6.0 Silverado had 30 codes
    I fixed a ground and it dropped to 3 lol

  • @ganzonomy
    @ganzonomy 4 роки тому +94

    Just for the engine alone, rear drive, and loudness... I'd be all over it as well

    • @PlymouthNeon
      @PlymouthNeon 4 роки тому

      ganzonomy id steal the engine, the rims, and the SS logo

    • @gobzillagaming1277
      @gobzillagaming1277 4 роки тому +4

      @@PlymouthNeon you would be dumb to do that because the trailblazer SS is becoming a classic truck

    • @juliogonzo2718
      @juliogonzo2718 3 роки тому +2

      Some were AWD too

  • @MiamiSunrise
    @MiamiSunrise 4 роки тому +145

    I miss those mid 2000's SS models. They have a ton of guts

    • @DrinkmoWater.
      @DrinkmoWater. 4 роки тому +9

      Heard poor transmissions tho later on

    • @mightywasp1258
      @mightywasp1258 4 роки тому +12

      DrinkMoWater if you be driving crazy af. I got a ls4 and it still run fines. 151k miles

    • @jz5937
      @jz5937 4 роки тому +5

      Mightywasp 12 213K miles on LS4 over here with AFM disabled. Super reliable.

    • @gen9rolla
      @gen9rolla 4 роки тому +7

      My buddy has a Trailblazer SS and an 05 Silverado SS, they both haven't had transmission problems from what I've seen.

    • @Kevin-qq9dd
      @Kevin-qq9dd 2 роки тому

      @@DrinkmoWater. I’m around $5k in replacement parts this year alone on mine and all I have is a cam And headers 😭

  • @jaymzreschke4455
    @jaymzreschke4455 4 роки тому +22

    I have a 2006 chevy trailblazer ext with 206,400 miles (currently) and it runs amazing. It has the 4.2L inline 6 and its decent. I do agree on the fact that the transmissions are weak. In the next 30-40k miles my transmission will most likely kick the bucket. She's slipping and jerking in every gear already

  • @michaeldambrosio9091
    @michaeldambrosio9091 4 роки тому +5

    My 2002 Chevrolet trailblazer with the 4.2 straight six is still running strong with 289k still has original engine and transmission.

    • @StockCarGuy
      @StockCarGuy 21 день тому

      i think he’s referring to the build quality cause it’s a lot of plastic, i own one and boy the interior is fragile, mechanically they’re good thou.

  • @karlstevens2483
    @karlstevens2483 4 роки тому +19

    The vortec blazers and Trail Blazers are amazing and still all over the road in 2020

  • @PauloHeaven
    @PauloHeaven 4 роки тому +136

    The good times when the Blazer and Trailblazer had a body-on-frame and big engines

    • @GO-cz7cl
      @GO-cz7cl 4 роки тому +7

      A gm/isuzu product dressed up as a high power chevrolet.

    • @PeterKKraus
      @PeterKKraus 4 роки тому +3

      K5, nice trucks .

    • @hhiippiittyy
      @hhiippiittyy 4 роки тому +6

      If Toyota made a vehicle that was comparable to my Suburban 2500 it'd be in my driveway.

    • @BostonBettor_
      @BostonBettor_ 4 роки тому +3

      The 2021 trailblazer is a disgrace. 3 cylinder 🤣🤣

    • @clydeb7713
      @clydeb7713 4 роки тому +4

      I have the vortec v/6 290,000 miles and I towed with it for 5yrs! Isuzu Acender/Trailblazer. Amazing for me! It's 14yrs old I've had it 5yrs.

  • @Anon1mous
    @Anon1mous 4 роки тому +128

    Next Scotty video: Why I was wrong about the Chevy Trailblazer SS.

    • @dankanchovy1963
      @dankanchovy1963 4 роки тому +5

      That stock transmission , stock oil pan gon get him lmaooo

    • @gregpavitt309
      @gregpavitt309 4 роки тому +1

      Scotty only likes the engine in this truck... that's it

    • @gagejernigan5277
      @gagejernigan5277 4 роки тому

      @@dankanchovy1963 transmission isnt terrible but Ford makes better transmissions

    • @gagejernigan5277
      @gagejernigan5277 4 роки тому +1

      @@gregpavitt309 because it's a pushrod V8 that's pretty reliable compared to OHC engines

    • @Kevin-qq9dd
      @Kevin-qq9dd 4 роки тому +2

      Lmao I just dropped my tbss off for a trans rebuild but it’s still my baby through all the problems 😂 these things are beautiful and fast for what they are.

  • @billhayward2668
    @billhayward2668 4 роки тому +10

    I've had Chevys for 50+ years,do my own mantenance and with the help of a Haynes manual and/or youtube,I always get it fixed and I trust my vehicles to go anywhere without breaking down. 4 generations of Chevys in my family. To each there own. Another great video Scotty!

  • @conservativeguy9329
    @conservativeguy9329 4 роки тому +5

    I own a 2008 Chevy Trialblazer LT. It is one of the best vehicles I ever had. 4.2 inline 6. 138,000 miles and going strong.

  • @danielcastaneda7801
    @danielcastaneda7801 4 роки тому +52

    "Sex liter Corvette engine"

    • @JW--dc8ri
      @JW--dc8ri 4 роки тому +9

      Still runs like stink

    • @andybub45
      @andybub45 4 роки тому +2

      @@JW--dc8ri k ford boy

    • @JW--dc8ri
      @JW--dc8ri 4 роки тому +3

      @@andybub45 I was quoting scotty it sounded like he said stink in the video

    • @issuesexplained681
      @issuesexplained681 4 роки тому +3

      Andy's Shop r/woooosh

    • @noahmcclure2515
      @noahmcclure2515 4 роки тому

      He did

  • @plkthebest
    @plkthebest 4 роки тому +34

    Man, with all these cars you’re buying lately, you must be getting into Jay Leno territory.

    • @dommartelli5529
      @dommartelli5529 4 роки тому

      bmorefan5220 GM V8 is king, alot of morons dont understand

  • @thedemon4451
    @thedemon4451 4 роки тому +23

    my 2003 chevy trailblazer ext lt has 240,000 miles and it still runs great

    • @Curtis69213
      @Curtis69213 3 роки тому

      What’s your secret ?

    • @mitchell9103
      @mitchell9103 3 роки тому +1

      There is no secret, it’s just what they all do. They go forever

    • @Curtis69213
      @Curtis69213 3 роки тому

      Mitchell hope so! Just bought a 2006 with 58,000 miles. Love the truck and have no interest in interacting with a dealership For a long time after this.

    • @chrisbunselmeyer680
      @chrisbunselmeyer680 3 роки тому +3

      @@mitchell9103 2003 here with 290,000 miles on the original motor / trans. Slight timing chain noise but it runs great

    • @conniehammond8539
      @conniehammond8539 3 роки тому +2

      I have a 2002 Trailblazer with 220,000. Runs greats, shifts great, no paint issues at all, everything is solid.

  • @narcotic-uy8qj
    @narcotic-uy8qj 3 роки тому +5

    The 4.2 in the trailblazers are incredibly solid and reliable plus a 4.2 with 270 hp back then??? Those 4.2 were quite advanced in there day and they run forever

  • @yaboykris2118
    @yaboykris2118 4 роки тому +7

    “Not made for racing” I beg to differ. I street raced one of these things in my built STi and it gave me the full gapelbee’s menu. It WAS twin turbo but still fast af.

  • @basithph8958
    @basithph8958 4 роки тому +14

    It’s crazy how an SUV like the Trailblazer SS corners so well that it can autocross with other sports car
    This makes a nice all round vehicle

    • @Big.W.
      @Big.W. 4 роки тому +1

      Corners like a Buick rendezvous

    • @g8_zell
      @g8_zell 2 роки тому +1

      @@Big.W. omg im crying😭😭

  • @sassed12many
    @sassed12many 4 роки тому +5

    One of my favorite sounding v8s was the 1968 GTO with the 400 ci, headers & dual Thrush muffs

  • @Maleekus
    @Maleekus 4 роки тому +21

    My Silverado has the 6.0, one of the best sounding v8's ever imo

    • @hhiippiittyy
      @hhiippiittyy 4 роки тому +4

      Yup. Got a 2500 Suburban with an l96. Sounds awesome.

    • @leadnsteel1428
      @leadnsteel1428 4 роки тому +5

      yeah the 6.0s are great engines. will last forever

    • @theroyalcrownedtiger2946
      @theroyalcrownedtiger2946 4 роки тому

      What do you think about the Duramax Diesel with Allison Transmission ?

  • @tabascodude
    @tabascodude 4 роки тому +1

    I have had my TBSS since brand new in 2008. When someone rides with me for the first time, they hear that rumble and are surprised by the effortless acceleration, even at less than half throttle. They look at me and ask, what does this thing have in it? (If I do a WOT pull is is more like what the hell does this thing have in it!) I respond with "It has a 6................... Point 0" This vehicle puts a smile on my face every time I drive it. Glad Scotty approves!!!

  • @georget.2462
    @georget.2462 4 роки тому +2

    Scotty revving up an engine! What a cool scene to watch 🛫

  • @Coolness18304
    @Coolness18304 4 роки тому +66

    The most stolen Chevy where I'm from

    • @snorkosaurus
      @snorkosaurus 4 роки тому +7

      (and I'm stealing it)

    • @Coolness18304
      @Coolness18304 4 роки тому +2

      @@kevinW826 yup. I'm right on the other side of the bridge

    • @isaakdlg353
      @isaakdlg353 4 роки тому +1

      yes, also In Detroit

    • @theroyalcrownedtiger2946
      @theroyalcrownedtiger2946 4 роки тому

      @@kevinW826 :Which part of Ontario are you in ?
      I live in Ontario too, but it's not common for people to steal GM vehicles.
      Where I am at, theres tons of BMW, Mercedes Benz, and other premium luxury vehicles.
      On the other hand, see alot of honda and toyota vehicles, not my type of a car, small, light, low power, etc. but according to insurance statistics, alot of honda and toyota gets stolen.
      I am gonna guess you live somewhers, in the rural areas of Ontario, but I could be wrong.

    • @theroyalcrownedtiger2946
      @theroyalcrownedtiger2946 4 роки тому +1

      @@isaakdlg353 : I've heard that Detroit has alot of ex convicts and current convicts.
      Is the info accurate ?

  • @onenikkione
    @onenikkione 4 роки тому +3

    I owned a 2004 Trailblazer (non 6.0) it was a great car for us. After owning it for 12 years we gave it to a niece who needed a car, its still on the road today (2020) and she is not the greatest at doing maintenance on her cars.

  • @adamlewis6478
    @adamlewis6478 4 роки тому +2

    I love those 6 liters....I’ve had them in 3/4 ton p/u’s as well as cars. Never had issues with the engines/trans.

  • @michaelbaka4777
    @michaelbaka4777 4 роки тому +1

    Morning Scotty!! "Goes like stink!!!" Love it, boss! Have good day, if you can.

  • @joshbacon8241
    @joshbacon8241 4 роки тому +25

    The Trailblazer SS was also rebadged and sold as the Saab 9-7X Aero.

  • @vandammefan34
    @vandammefan34 4 роки тому +12

    4:54 Hey! Theres one of those crappy blazers in the background

  • @michaelgrear1979
    @michaelgrear1979 4 роки тому +2

    My 2008 chevy trailblazer run good with the l6 i love it

  • @EyeCam08
    @EyeCam08 3 роки тому +1

    Hey Scotty, Adam here. Thanks for your channel. My self along with many others friends and fam. Are huge fans. New Orleans, LA.
    So in regards of the Trailblazer. I have a 2003 LS Chevy Trailblazer (Base Model)
    Bought it from my friend 2 years ago for a G. And have since then replaced the following over the last 2 years.
    •Vale cover gasket. Tube seals and such
    •Coils and spark plugs
    •Transmission pan gasket. And filter.
    •Bushings in upper and lower control arms on pass/driver sides
    Today 11/25/2020 I replaced the following.
    • serpentine belt
    • radiator fan clutch
    •water pump
    I just ordered the following.
    • A strut/shock kit (set of 4)
    • A rack and pinion
    • front brake calipers pass/driver side
    • outer tie rods for pass/driver side
    • along with camshaft position sensor
    • and vvt solenoid sensor
    The vehicle has 205,200 plus miles on it.
    With 4.2 Inline 6
    What are thoughts on keeping or about getting rid of vehicle ?
    Sincerely, Adam Sulony. I’d be happy to private message ya if possible.
    I’m thinking it’s better than getting a note and such but you’re the man. I’m a 28 year old EMT just trying to make ya know. 😂.
    Thanks for your time. -Adam.

  • @crownhic6827
    @crownhic6827 4 роки тому +4

    I took your advise about the brake pads, and they’re great. Akobono for the win! (Spelling check) lol

  • @RGD1982
    @RGD1982 4 роки тому +7

    I’ve owned a couple trailblazers and envoys I love them the only downfall I’ve ever had was the 4L60E transmissions unserviced the transmission will go out around 150000 miles of serviced properly you can get 250000- 280000 miles the atlas series engines were great motors

  • @OnTheToolsWithSal
    @OnTheToolsWithSal 4 роки тому +1

    i had one from 06-2015.... miss that truck big time!! never had an issue with it other then the rack and pinion started to leak at 65,000 miles

  • @gabrielchaparro1698
    @gabrielchaparro1698 3 роки тому +1

    You always review the vehicle looks. Keep em coming love ur vids lol

  • @YourLocalUkrainianGerman
    @YourLocalUkrainianGerman 4 роки тому +48

    Well, Chevy yes or Chevy not, Chevy only sells sports cars here in Germany.

    • @edwatts9890
      @edwatts9890 4 роки тому +1

      @Steve Silvas Dahnke.

    • @FortyTwoAnswerToEverything
      @FortyTwoAnswerToEverything 4 роки тому

      I doubt a trailblazer SS would make it on the autobahn with its super short gearing of 4.10. You'd need to change that to a much longer gear and throw in a 6-speed auto or above to bring it up to modern gearing

    • @CheapBastard1988
      @CheapBastard1988 4 роки тому

      @@FortyTwoAnswerToEverything Well yes the top speed will undoubtedly be garbage. Even the Dodge Ram SRT10 with the Viper engine only does 240km/h which just doesn't cut it on the unrestricted Autobahn.

    • @AIDAHAR210
      @AIDAHAR210 4 роки тому

      @@FortyTwoAnswerToEverything well taking it to a very high speed will become dangerous in this vehicle, aerodynamics and stability isn't on its side

    • @VeggieRice
      @VeggieRice 4 роки тому +1

      Something tells me they don't sell too many SS models of any make in Germany, tho

  • @gwernette5971
    @gwernette5971 4 роки тому +16

    Now that Scotty has done this video, the price for a 2008 Trailblazer SS just went up 2 grand. The Scotty Effect!

    • @isaakdlg353
      @isaakdlg353 4 роки тому +1

      Lmao haha

    • @gregpavitt309
      @gregpavitt309 4 роки тому +1

      Not really... When the only good thing is the engine and the rest is still typical GM junk!!

  • @BourbonDrinker
    @BourbonDrinker 4 роки тому

    I did not know the Trailblazer came in an SS version. Learn something new evertime I watch Scotty.

  • @erwinallen2309
    @erwinallen2309 4 роки тому +1

    You know the one common thing I noticed about almost all cars dating back to when they first started making cars is that they always used the cars body (because its cheaper and convenient ) to run ground (Unless its a positive ground then its opposite) . If we want to eliminate most electrical problems we need to eliminate this common ground and run more wire grounds.

  • @bcgrittner
    @bcgrittner 4 роки тому +5

    Does the Trailblazer SS have eyes in the windshield, too?

  • @zz-hj9zi
    @zz-hj9zi 4 роки тому +3

    “Regular” trailblazers with their i6 base engine made 275- 295hp (depending on the year) which is more than all new midsized crossovers except the gms with 310hp

  • @poploweTV
    @poploweTV 4 роки тому +1

    It’s like i finally found a good guitar and I’m definitely gonna buy it! Cool vid!

  • @jgonzalejg87
    @jgonzalejg87 4 роки тому +4

    We sold our 02 trailblazer LS about 2 weeks ago. 180k, AWD/4wd, 4.2L etc. Put it up in the morning, gone by the evening. Would not mind stepping up to one of the SS models now.

    • @edcuenca4843
      @edcuenca4843 3 роки тому

      How much did you sell it?

    • @jgonzalejg87
      @jgonzalejg87 3 роки тому +1

      @@edcuenca4843 $3900. To a family who needed it more than we did.

  • @android-ud2nf
    @android-ud2nf 4 роки тому +5

    Chevy with 8 cylinders: amazing
    Chevy with 4 cylinders: after thought.
    Honda with 4 cylinder: amazing
    Honda with 8 cylinder: ???

    • @codybrandoncargle3129
      @codybrandoncargle3129 4 роки тому +1

      android 95203 Chevy makes amazing 8 cylinder engines, the 4 cylinders by Chevy are not bad honestly, but the 6 cylinder ones by them are better, Honda has amazing 4 cylinder engines, the 6 cylinders are good, and honestly I would love to see Honda make an 8 cylinder engine for the Ridgeline so that way Chevy can bring back the Avalanche with optional 8 cylinder, but yeah the quality of Chevy and Honda is definitely similar, where Ford and Toyota is also similar. 🤔

    • @tenhundredkills
      @tenhundredkills 4 роки тому

      If Honda made a production V8, I'd buy one in a heartbeat!

  • @eddieboughner4701
    @eddieboughner4701 4 роки тому +5

    I disagree. The stock I6 engine in the Trailblazer is PLENTY powerful.

  • @timwhitehead7213
    @timwhitehead7213 4 роки тому

    Hey Scotty, love your videos. I recently traded in my 04 silverado ss with the 6.0l. There were only 25xx made in the black color that I had. Everything was rusting out. Do you think I got rid of a collectors edition? Ps. I now have a new titan. .so far so good.

  • @jeremyclifton1168
    @jeremyclifton1168 4 роки тому

    Buddy of mine had one for a couple months, it was pretty quick, he didn’t keep it long enough to have any problems with it, but it was fun for a bit

  • @alphamacho6401
    @alphamacho6401 4 роки тому +71

    Rev up your endless money pit! 🚗💨

    • @jordan6736
      @jordan6736 4 роки тому

      Were you listening during the video at all? 😂😂

    • @loktom4068
      @loktom4068 4 роки тому

      Corvette Stingray stinks your wallet.

    • @themrjones
      @themrjones 4 роки тому +3

      With how cheap the parts are for these you can fix everything on the car for two grand. They also came in a 5.3 liter V8 that I guess he doesn't know anything about because that's probably the most underrated one

  • @tbj240
    @tbj240 4 роки тому +3

    The base 4.2L inline -6 pumps out 285 HP. Not too shabby really. Also pretty bulletproof.

  • @laurieannrodriguez4551
    @laurieannrodriguez4551 4 роки тому

    Thank you for the tips Scotty! We can modify the vehicle after we by it!

  • @thynecaptain
    @thynecaptain 4 роки тому +1

    I remember my First car being an 03 trailblazer. Bought it off my step dad with 627k. Not even joking. That thing was great, was the ext model, was the v6 vortec, and just all around was a car that kept chugging. Treated it well too. Same transmission, same engine, 100% miss that car. Wish it never got wrecked. Was my baby

  • @nicholasfield6127
    @nicholasfield6127 4 роки тому +14

    GM and FCA do make some good V8's

    • @northdakotaham1752
      @northdakotaham1752 4 роки тому +1

      Almost as good as a Ford V8!

    • @northdakotaham1752
      @northdakotaham1752 3 роки тому +1

      @Nick J not really. I like the old V8 engines, not necessarily the overhead cam engines although the 4.6 was a good engine.

  • @Duraputer
    @Duraputer 4 роки тому +15

    Scotty's got a whole hooptie fleet by now.

  • @RetroSpectiveMoto
    @RetroSpectiveMoto 4 роки тому +1

    Hi Scotty, just had a quick question, I recently purchased a 1992 Ford F250 Custom w/ 351 cleveland and recently swapped the motor, as the old one blew. Is there anything I should know or that you can tell me for this specific vehicle? Any tips or common issues with this truck would be greatly appreciated, Thank you! BTW Love the videos!

  • @caseytodd7632
    @caseytodd7632 4 роки тому +2

    This and the Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT-8 were such a blast to drive. Wish the automotive climate today would allow their return.

    • @mikehall737
      @mikehall737 2 роки тому +1

      They paved the way for mid sized v8 suv's

  • @MaxSpeedMike
    @MaxSpeedMike 4 роки тому +28

    The c6 z06 is the best bang for buck chevy you can buy.

    • @BlargeMan
      @BlargeMan 4 роки тому +2

      Just make sure you fix those heads on the LS7

    • @pollutedcrimson
      @pollutedcrimson 4 роки тому

      Or virtually any LS/LT-engined chev.

    • @MaxSpeedMike
      @MaxSpeedMike 4 роки тому +1

      @@BlargeMan yea you do them as a mod, along with a cam. Exhaust, headers, tune. Now you're chop choppin with 600-630whp reliably :D

    • @robp.1995
      @robp.1995 4 роки тому

      @@MaxSpeedMike yep I had a 2007 z06. Did heads, cam and long tubes and it would pretty much crush anything on the road lol. 636 rwhp and pulled like a frieght train! Now I'm onto my next project bought a c5 because a have a soft spot for them being that was my dream car when I was younger. We'll see what we can do with her now.

  • @basithph8958
    @basithph8958 4 роки тому +6

    The Trailblazer SS is a hoot to drive
    Makes a good family vehicle

  • @joserentasBioh
    @joserentasBioh 4 роки тому

    Question for you, what is the best A/T tire for my FJ Cruiser 2010 trail team? wheel size 16" headlock ted wheels. Thanks i enjoy your videos.

  • @barrydee587
    @barrydee587 4 роки тому

    Hey Scotty, I had a drive through Texas Emissions Test this morning. I never got out of my vehicle. Still cost the same , but hey I maintain my vehicle (2011 Honda Pilot) so No Worries!!!

  • @gerardohtx207
    @gerardohtx207 4 роки тому +13

    Miss those tbss and Silverado SS 😭

    • @headon434
      @headon434 4 роки тому +2

      Gerardo G. They are still around

  • @daveogarf
    @daveogarf 4 роки тому +3

    KITTY IN THE DRIVEWAY! 6:05
    "...runs like stink..." Haven't heard that expression for decades.
    Another very old, antiquated expression would be: "It goes like a striped ape!"

  • @politicallyunreliable4985
    @politicallyunreliable4985 4 роки тому

    I forgot about this thing. Cool!
    Another similar automotive item was the Colorado/Canyon with the 5.3L. There aren't many out there and everybody wants a mint for them.

  • @Hulkhoagie1
    @Hulkhoagie1 4 роки тому +2

    Hey Scotty. I have a 2017 GMC Terrain AWD. 30,000 miles with the LFX 3.6 liter V6. 301 HP. Terrains with a 4 cylinder engine don't have a great reputation but what about the V6??? This thing is fast (0-60 in about 6 seconds) and fun to drive.

  • @billblount7854
    @billblount7854 4 роки тому +16

    I really want Scotty to get a hold of an 04-06 gto to see how he feels about. I have a feeling he'd like it 😎

    • @codyrecorvitz3404
      @codyrecorvitz3404 4 роки тому +3

      The 06 is the way to go. Mine with a few small mods is pushing a bit over 410 horses for now.

    • @billblount7854
      @billblount7854 4 роки тому +1

      @@codyrecorvitz3404 Yeah I'm rocking an 06 as well 😎.

  • @M3LP
    @M3LP 4 роки тому +18

    Yup the world is ending, Scotty just liked a Chevy. Lol

  • @emmanueldipom7183
    @emmanueldipom7183 4 роки тому

    That is so cool. That is something that I want to get for my daily driver.

  • @angelastarcher9279
    @angelastarcher9279 4 роки тому

    I have a 2005 Chevy Tahoe 5.3L - LOVE IT. Been a great vehicle.

  • @carlosguzman-jj7mo
    @carlosguzman-jj7mo 4 роки тому +4

    Beautiful channel scotty thanks for the great content

  • @justgod613
    @justgod613 4 роки тому +72

    April fools was last month.

  • @leadnsteel1428
    @leadnsteel1428 4 роки тому +1

    I love my Chevy: 2016 Colorado. 2.8 4 cylinder turbo-diesel. 2wd crew cab gets 35+ mpgs highway 600 miles on a tank. 82000 miles so far no problems

  • @joepatterson5510
    @joepatterson5510 4 роки тому

    What’s the best headlight restorer or the best way to do it. You had a video but I vacant find it now. Thanks

  • @gdu370
    @gdu370 4 роки тому +7

    horsepower is irrelevant when towing, it's the torque that matters

    • @jordanny3274
      @jordanny3274 4 роки тому +1

      David G it has 400 torque

    • @user-tb7rn1il3q
      @user-tb7rn1il3q 4 роки тому +2

      It’s all in the gearing. A weak engine can tow well with 4.56 gears.

    • @fargeeks
      @fargeeks 2 роки тому

      @@user-tb7rn1il3q but what about frame strength?

  • @flannelguydiy6458
    @flannelguydiy6458 4 роки тому +28

    That truck looked like that coming out of the dealer new....

    • @isaakdlg353
      @isaakdlg353 4 роки тому +3

      Owner must really take care of it.

    • @reidmiller4626
      @reidmiller4626 4 роки тому

      Flannel Guy DIY thats not a truck.

  • @AydenGibbons
    @AydenGibbons 4 роки тому +1

    I have a 2007 Trailblazer LS and I love this thing. Power could be better but I would love to upgrade to the SS when I can get some extra cash

  • @petecoppola5428
    @petecoppola5428 4 роки тому

    I had a 2002 Trailblazer, great SUV, never had any issues with mine, just performed routine maintenance on it, the only reason I got rid of it was it got rear-ended and was totalled out.

  • @TheLizardKing1967
    @TheLizardKing1967 4 роки тому +5

    My 94' Celica still runs like stink. It's got over 336,000 miles on it!

    • @daveogarf
      @daveogarf 4 роки тому

      I thought you were dead, Mr. Lizard King!

  • @lordofwar9638
    @lordofwar9638 4 роки тому +4

    The Trailblazers with the other engine options were more reliable though. The 6.0 had more issues. I like the 5.3 V8, it lasts longer on average. These were most commonly equipped with a 4.6 inline 6 and it was actually a pretty good engine. A straight 6 is also way easier to work on than V configured motors. The 6.0 would be fun to drive though!

    • @w8what575
      @w8what575 3 роки тому +1

      4.2l i6 and the engines are reliable...but the electronics in them are junk...so is the water pump..junk ...and make sure to keep the oil changed often..with synthetic which is what the manufacturer recommends in the book for it..the vvt solenoid has very fine screens which will blow out if the oil is too dirty and gets carbon built up in it from not changing the oil and not using synthetic..it causes the engine to run terrible...

    • @lordofwar9638
      @lordofwar9638 3 роки тому

      @@w8what575
      I mean every vehicle should have it’s oil changed religiously. Lol
      Electronics def are an issue and ground wires sometimes coming loose or needing replacement.

    • @303jeeb
      @303jeeb 10 місяців тому

      The 6.0 engine itself didn't have any big issues. There was more problems with the 5.3 with DOD

  • @LyamTwist
    @LyamTwist 4 роки тому

    @scotty do I need oil catch can for my 2020 3.5L ecoboost F150?

  • @SpeedDiesOnB
    @SpeedDiesOnB 4 роки тому

    Hey Scotty I just got my first car a few months ago. It's a 2000 Ford explorer Eddie Bauer edition. It has the 5.0 v8 and has 271 thousand miles on it. It seems to run really well. What do you think about these SUVs?

  • @TomLewisxox1
    @TomLewisxox1 4 роки тому +11

    Never had problems with my 2010 SS Camaro yet .

    • @danieljohnson4418
      @danieljohnson4418 4 роки тому +2

      My 2010 Camaro SS was also bulletproof. The LS3 engine and Tremec TR6060 manual transmission is an excellent combination.

    • @jordan6736
      @jordan6736 4 роки тому

      Yeah, it’s subjective to say all of a certain companies products are terrible just like its subjective to say a certain companies products are all amazing.

  • @carfanactic2
    @carfanactic2 4 роки тому +4

    “Runs like stink!” Trademark that Scotty

  • @nathanielhutcheson5751
    @nathanielhutcheson5751 3 роки тому

    Hey Scotty...I have a 2004 Trailblazer...no pvc valve but an oriface. How do I clean that? What product wont hurt or damage where I spray it? Thanks so much

  • @timothyripley4175
    @timothyripley4175 4 роки тому

    Ive always liked the s10 blazers. The 95-2001 were the best IMO. After chevy fixed the fuel injectors, and before they "fixed" them on the 2003s an newer. When I bought my 95 I drove it for 2 days before taking it to the mechanic, the mechanic went to check the fluids and no engine oil. Stuck his finger in the hole an bone dry. He was beyond amazed that I drove it around PHX with no oil and no damage. The problems I've had is the rubber pieces breaking because the age an heat but other than that 235K miles have been real good

  • @drmichaelgrune7641
    @drmichaelgrune7641 4 роки тому +14

    It surely has received a JD Powah award for most electronic problems and for running like stink

  • @SOCscoreCER
    @SOCscoreCER 4 роки тому +4

    His mustang is gonna need some new rear wheels soon with all those burnouts..

  • @archangele1
    @archangele1 4 роки тому +1

    As for Akebono brakes, I agree 1,000,000% with Scotty.
    Although my Infiniti has Akebono callipers (it is a Q60S),
    the thing came with OEM Nissan pads on it from the factory. They were noisy as heck.
    I replaced them at 10K miles with a new set of Akebono pads and no more squeaking.
    The brakes also do not grab as much when damp. I can not say enough
    good things about Akebono brake pads. Using them in a Japanese car
    is basically a 'no brainer' if you want pads that work correctly and are quiet.

  • @bigernroarxd6973
    @bigernroarxd6973 4 роки тому

    Hey Scotty, I’m looking at buying a 1994 Chevy Silverado. It has a 135,000 miles on it and it’s in really great condition. What is something when longer down the road with that truck I need to worry about?

  • @LuciFeric137
    @LuciFeric137 4 роки тому +16

    Everything is better with a Corvette engine..

  • @989787777778787
    @989787777778787 4 роки тому +18

    It's a Millennium Falcon of SUV's

    • @daveogarf
      @daveogarf 4 роки тому

      Does it do the Kessel run in under three parsecs??

    • @2405jacko
      @2405jacko 4 роки тому

      @@daveogarf Nah, just constantly something wrong with it.

  • @GummyBear1993
    @GummyBear1993 4 роки тому

    Scotty, what do you think of the 6.2 liter v8 paired with the 10 speed trans in the 2020 Chevrolet Silverado LT Trail Boss? 10 speed bad news waiting to happen?

  • @whodatboss2359
    @whodatboss2359 4 роки тому +1

    Can the cam phasers and timing chain have something to do with a 5.4L triton shaking while in idle and cruising?

  • @megacharzard10gameing79
    @megacharzard10gameing79 4 роки тому +5

    Scotty calls the i6 engine wimpy
    Me: excuse me my fuir

    • @2WhiteAndNerdy
      @2WhiteAndNerdy 4 роки тому +2

      Yeah, I gotta disagree with him on that one. It's a big 6 and mine has PLENTY of power. Been a super reliable motor too.

    • @UrbexBoyzOffiical
      @UrbexBoyzOffiical 4 роки тому +2

      ive roasted tires in mine and raced normal sedan cars. the inline 6 has 270hp as of the 2002 model and goes up with newer models but even then, 270hp is only 15 less than the 5.3 v8 in its time!!

  • @archangele1
    @archangele1 4 роки тому +4

    The regular Trailblazer of the early 2000's with that inline six cylinder was and is one super tough vehicle.
    My wife has one and it is a pretty versatile vehicle. Even with that
    six, which produces like 277 hp, the vehicle will get up and move.
    From what the dealer told me, the inline six was a lot more reliable then the V8's.
    Also, the six was designed from the ground up as a truck engine. The one
    my wife has takes 8 quarts of oil when you do an oil change and the filter
    is one of those real big ones like in my old 5.0L V8 Mustang.
    Not a fan of the Ford Explorer or the F series. Myself, I drive
    either my 1990 5.0L Mustang, the 2004 350Z or the 2014 Infiniti Q60S.
    But when I need to haul anything, the Trailblazer is worth it's weight
    in gold. Plus it came with a Class III hitch.

    • @UNIT294
      @UNIT294 4 роки тому

      I have an '06 with an inline six and I love it. It's my first SUV and the 4WD is nice in the winter.

  • @nateertle5015
    @nateertle5015 4 роки тому

    Hey Scotty, how would you fix a crossflex pipe on a 2012 Chevy Impala? I took it to the dealership for an estimate and they said it would be $842.57 to fix it. It's $535 for the parts and $300 for the labor.

  • @nhala04
    @nhala04 Рік тому +1

    Jees! We bought a 2003 4.2 ltr. Trailblazer for 2000.00. Damn thing runs like a charm. Owner we bought it from took good care of it. 300,000 miles on it and it purrs like a kitten. My wife loves it!!

  • @dandreceff8238
    @dandreceff8238 4 роки тому +4

    Gm 3.8 liter is the best engine of all times those things will run Forever

    • @jayhockley8841
      @jayhockley8841 4 роки тому

      Unless it was built between 1996 and 2006 with Dex cool . Then the intake gaskets leak .
      I had 2 of them in Monte Carlos .

    • @dandreceff8238
      @dandreceff8238 4 роки тому +2

      Jay Hockley I have 2008 Grand Prix

    • @applepoop10
      @applepoop10 4 роки тому

      The supercharged 3.8l was the best GM engine of all times. Made good power and can be easily modified

  • @GandalfThaWhite
    @GandalfThaWhite 4 роки тому +5

    G'day Scotty.

    • @YourLocalUkrainianGerman
      @YourLocalUkrainianGerman 4 роки тому +3

      Shall we flee?

    • @richardbrown6006
      @richardbrown6006 4 роки тому +2

      Wat. You now about Nissan sunny b14

    • @scottykilmer
      @scottykilmer  4 роки тому +2

      afternoon!

    • @GandalfThaWhite
      @GandalfThaWhite 4 роки тому +1

      @@scottykilmer Congrats on 1 billion UA-cam views. So, I got hit by some lady who ran a stop sign A few months ago while I was driving my 2018 Toyota Camry, and the rental they gave me while my car is being fixed is a Nissan Altima like a 2018 or 2019 one with 30k miles on it, and its got "Chrome" trim pieces falling off of it/ The CvT transmission is already acting funny when you slow down to stop the car/ and the frontal collision system often will say you're getting into a crash while you're just driving normally and it just goes on and on like that. Truly you weren't Blowing Smoke about how Rental cars get beat up and the crappy quality of Nissan these days.
      The quality of my Camry which was made in Kentucky seems to be a hell of a lot more solid made. Wish I would have gotten one made in Japan though. or a 2017 model one made in Japan.. that'd been the best but hey. I've got it so I'll see how many years i'll get out of the sucker.

  • @mr.boostang2064
    @mr.boostang2064 4 роки тому

    Scotty I have a 2007 Explorer with 104k miles and the transmission shop said the transmissions is going out and to replace it will cost $3,800. Do you think it's worth it to repair or should I junk it completely?

  • @beantactics6365
    @beantactics6365 4 роки тому

    Scotty i have a 2007 impala i have an issue with the key phobe only working when ur in the car dosent work outside the car any ideas