Had my ZR2 for a month and love it. Got rid of my Ford F150.
Silverado ZR2 Introductions
Just traded in my 2026 Colorado ZR2 for a 2023 Silverado ZR2... Found an off lease, extremely well maintained Silverado in a smaller town here in Indiana. It sat on the lot...
Silverado ZR2 Introductions
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Silverado ZR2 Talk
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The Colorado is definitely the sweet spot for offroading. My old S10 ZR2 was great on the trails and it wasn't nearly as good with the suspension nowadays. Agree 100%. I put my 2000 ZR2 through...
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Dubai dunes last week learning how to drive in the desert, recovery, ridge driving.
Check out JB Reviews on YouTube. He has a 2024 AT4X that he has done a delete too (as well as some other mods). He goes over what was done, and what issues he has run into. That is probably a...
Silverado HD ZR2 Problems
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My last duramax was deleted and it made a word of difference on it. I actually went gasser this time though in large part because I didn't want to have to do a delete on a L5p. It's a little...
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My first oil report from Blackstone came back today. 2023 1500 6.2 truck had 49000 with a fresh oil change from the dealership, sticker on windshield says Pennzoil 0w-40. I just did my first oil...
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I'm gonna take the contrarian position and tell you they look hideous. But you've already came to that conclusion, so at least we agree on that. This is an offroad/tow rig. You should adjust...
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Saw on last night, his lights were up in the damn trees. I always wonder what type of moron does it take to think it's ok. I also wonder why it hasn't been outlawed yet due to safety.
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Hey Everyone, Ive been reading through this forum for a while but first time posting. Purchased my Red Chevy Silverado ZR2 1500 in December 2025. It was a 2024 model brand new with 56kms on the truck. In Australia it takes about 8...
Silverado ZR2 Purchasing
2027s have opened for ordering for those dealers with allocations. Pricing still not released. No Bison available yet. Seems only option on regular ZR2 is machined or black...
Silverado HD ZR2 Problems
I had asked my SA about buying one and keeping in the trunk, they said that wouldn’t help because they need to be programmed to function. I don’t know on the 2500HD, but the...
Silverado ZR2 Introductions
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Welcome. Dang, another contractor truck. There are a ton of contractors on here. lol
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Kudos to you for having the courage to invest in a Whipple given engine reliability issues. I would’ve done this to my ‘23 but not sure I’ll keep it long term. Now you need to upgrade the brakes...
Silverado ZR2 Talk
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This looks awesome! I watched some videos from last year. Couple of buddies and I are doing a trip in Moab Sept 24th-29th so we will miss out sadly. If you have any trail recommendations I’d love...
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Silverado ZR2 Purchasing
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I'll bet $500 that turd can't beat mine, especially in heavy traffic!
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Silverado ZR2 Problems and Issues
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Got my truck back yesterday, so far so good. They rebuilt the valve body with later generation metal parts versus the first generation plastics. Hope it holds. Saved me $1100 on a fluid exchange...
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Silverado ZR2 Problems and Issues
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Pretty sure the $1100 service your mentioning includes a filter replacement which is why it’s so expensive, I asked my dealer and they said I don’t need that until like 60k miles. Changing the...
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Silverado ZR2 Talk
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Fellas and fellets the Red Rock Rally 2026 meet up registration is live. COLORADO-SILVERADO ZR2s and CANYON-SIERRA AT4xs welcomed. 📍Moab Oct 16-19 2026 There's a mix of easy to moderate trails to...
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Silverado ZR2 Problems and Issues
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I just ran across my receipt for my transmission "fluid exchange" and it was under $180 (no filter) and I had a service coupon. Your dealer will publish their service coupons on their website. I...
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Silverado ZR2 Bison
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I would shop around, prices have dropped considerably, I've seen them under $500 now. A couple years back they were $1000. Search the forum, there is a rebuild service now too, butty you'll be...
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Silverado ZR2 Exterior Mods
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Do it right, do it once. Don't cheap out on an already very capable platform. I've had two 1500 ZR2s. The first was a 22 and the current is a 24 with the 3.0 Duramax. Depending on how far you want...
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Silverado ZR2 Introductions
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Had my fair share of Chevy product, 2500 LTZ, C4 ZR1, C5Z, C6 ZR1, C7 Z51, and a C7 GS but this is my first ZR2! First stop was Tortilla Flat for breakfast the day after I took delivery!
Silverado ZR2 Talk
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Fellas and fellets the Red Rock Rally 2026 meet up registration is live. COLORADO-SILVERADO ZR2s and CANYON-SIERRA AT4xs welcomed. 📍Moab Oct 16-19 2026 There's a mix of easy to moderate trails to...
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All done. These are WAY, WAY brighter in person than what they show on these pictures, but I couldn't be happier with the way it looks. Nice to have the option to switch between amber and...
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Silverado ZR2 Talk
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I figured they would have to at least include up to the 26 model year, since they are failing too. The only way out of this is to do buybacks and get people into new trucks and hope they built...
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I've been to Moab at least 100 times. Stop at the chamber of Commerce in the middle of town. I think it is Maine Street, Hwy191 & Center. Hwy 191 takes you straight through town from I-70. Moab...
Hello new member and new Colorado ZR2 2026, anybody tow with these anywhere near max and with Anderson WDH?
Thats good to hear! Im literally torn between the K03 and Recon Grappler at this point. Dont belive I would hate either one. There both good looking tires too. I find it interesting that the K03...
⛓️ Silverado HD ZR2 Forum
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It'll be a niceer truck in many respects with the suspension and creature comforts. That being said, these trucks have a lot of smaller quality and performance issues and an occasional larger...
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⛓️ Silverado HD ZR2 Forum
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They are pretty solid over all. HD gasser avoids most of the emissions junk and electronic shifter, ect the 1500s have. My 24 HD has 25k miles on it. No real problems. It's been back to a dealer...
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Just did a short trip after the update today. This one seems to be working smoothly again and it actually produced good bass again, especially on Sirius (not quite as good with Spotify and...
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If it makes anyone feel better, I’ve had two new vehicles in the past few months and both (GMC Hummer EV and Ford Raptor) both have the same issues as my ZR2. Admittedly not as often especially...
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Silverado ZR2 Introductions
I know it might seem counter-intuitive, but the 6.2L motor is a performance motor and its OK to run it more aggressively. In fact, just like performance motorcycles they run better when they are flexed. You don't have to beat the shit...
Like usual, I agree with AXE. I'm about to turn 44,000 on my 22 and it's still running strong. I drive it HARD. Not as hard as my CTS-V, but I hammer on it every time I...
Silverado ZR2 Introductions
Why not just let warranty replace the engine? You say you've babied the truck and yet you want to supercharge it? Hmmmm.............. Thing is - since you bought it used you...
Silverado ZR2 Problems and Issues
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My ol man drives Ram's, he's got an 1500 Laramie that's less than a year old and last week it started shifting horribly and then started grabbing and partially locking up when turning. Local...
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Silverado HD ZR2 Problems
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Hopefully they just have it for the day and get it fixed. Just tired of taking it in. Was going to change the oil tomorrow but guess Ill hold off in case they drain it to fix it. You should buy...
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Regarding getting a new 6.6L once it is available - my Dad told me "you don't want to be the first on the bus or the last - somewhere in the middle is where you want to be". Most domestic...
Silverado ZR2 Introductions
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Hell the 6.6L gas isnt a performance motor and Ill drive it like I stole it from time to time. Probably one of the reasons why the DIC says 11.3MPG life time :D
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Silverado ZR2 Introductions
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I was told by my service advisor that my truck only has 5 years or 60k on power train . When I purchased the truck I remember being told it would have 5 years 100k . Now with new motor it will be...
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Silverado ZR2 Introductions
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Like usual, I agree with AXE. I'm about to turn 44,000 on my 22 and it's still running strong. I drive it HARD. Not as hard as my CTS-V, but I hammer on it every time I drive. Same break-in...
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Silverado ZR2 Problems and Issues
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For the last month or two my 2023 1500 ZR2 has clunked a little when putting it in to gear. I originally thought it needed a fluid change but have been procrastinating due to cost of $1100. Day...
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Silverado ZR2 Problems and Issues
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They replaced it as well as a new torque convertor (thanks to a misdiagnosis). Mine took 60 days for replacement...
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Silverado ZR2 Problems and Issues
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It’s literally welded to chassis thin metal studs not threaded and they spin on those cutting nuts that are supposed to create their own thread at install. They’re chickenshit mild steel thin...
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Silverado ZR2 Introductions
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I’m not sure what to do, I started hearing a tapping noise so I checked the oil levels and all was good. A week later noise gets louder and louder. Took it into dealer and I’m told it will need a...
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Really looking forward to the final install. I have a set of @CZmenghe lights I’ve yet to install. I bought some lens tint paint, but haven’t tried that yet. Update on this. Having the front...
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Silverado ZR2 Introductions
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Let the Dealer put a new engine in it and drive it. I went through the same thing, Dealer was great and provided a loaner. I was given $1100 dollars worth of GM points for the inconvenience to use...
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Silverado ZR2 Talk
Installed my bed extender, interesting being amp stated you can't use it with the multipro tailgate which makes no sense at all. This is the one that went from my ford ranger...
Silverado ZR2 Talk
Huso what exactly is this doing ? sorry for my ignorance.. i am very new to the zr2 Disables the auto start/stop feature and the dynamic fuel management feature on the motor...
Silverado HD ZR2 Modifications
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My neighbor was going to do this mod on his 2500HD. He eneded up installing the Banks pan instead. However, he told me that he found a guy on Ebay selling new GM pans that were not expensive with...
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I've been a mechanic for 26 years now, and shop owner...those extended warrentys, unless they come directly from the manufacturer are pretty much worthless. Agree this was a GM warranty no car...
Tire size: LT285/60R20 Wheel: Fuel Offroad Hammerhead in Blackout 20x9 +1 offset Suspension modifications: None Any trimming performed: None Please note any Tire-Body contact observations...
I have a 2023 Ram Power Wagon I Just picked up 2026 ZR2 2500. Ram has some electrical gremlins with changing screens, missing gauges on remote start and problems with Navigation. Biggest issue...
Hello, glad to join the forum. Currently have a 25 Silverado 2500 Trailboss but looking at dropping down to a Silverado 1500 zr2 3.0L. Past truck was a 2021 Silverado 1500 Trailboss 5.3L that...
Silverado ZR2 Problems and Issues
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Thank you. I will let the service writer I have trusted for years know about this on Monday and hopefully there’s something to be done. Just for reference had the same noise, discovered heat...
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Silverado ZR2 Problems and Issues
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Just for reference had the same noise, discovered heat shield under cab stud nuts were loose. Took to dealer twice before instructing them to glue locknuts on to the studs that hold the shield up...
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Sadly, it is not just GM my 2023 Ram power Wagon has its fair share of electrical gremlins. At least GM is trying with updates. Ram supervisors basically told us too bad!
Silverado ZR2 Problems and Issues
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Had my compressor replaced due to it would take a couple of minutes before it even thought about changing temp. They said the compressor was bad as it was cycling. New compressor acts no different...
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The ECU controls all the features as fa as I know. I believe it takes a little time for it to tell the BCM what is commanded.
Thank you for the add. I’m Al, from Texas. I have a ‘26 ZR2 Bison, cactus gray, 3.0. It’s my 2nd Bison (‘23 with issues). I’ve added a winch and the AEV 35” kit, with Salta 17”...
So a few weeks ago I hade the GoRhino sports bar installed. Thought it needed some personalization to it. So had a local metal shop remake some inserts Next week going to have some honeycomb...
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Just completed 2700 miles to Glacier NP and back with the Range installed, gained 1 mpg. And thats with running through Idaho and Utah’s 80mph speed zones. Best 20$ Ive spent!
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Just purchased ‘26 2500 ZR2 gas Upgrade from 2010 RAM 1500 Laramie 5.7 Hemi, 165k miles. Almost bought ‘26 RAM 2500 Rebel 6.4 Hemi. I’m so happy with the ZR2. No regrets. Bed length and features...
Silverado ZR2 Introductions
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I traded in my 2024 LTZ 3.0l Silverado for a 2024 ZR2 3.0 Silverado a month ago. Loving the truck. It was what I originally wanted but no one had them in stock back then in the baby diesel. Go...
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Silverado ZR2 Introductions
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⛓️ Silverado HD ZR2 Forum
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Okay so I put the deposit on the truck and need to pick it up Saturday. Apparently the dealer stated the truck was ceramic coated, and I said Well that is a problem so I will cancel the deal not...
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Silverado ZR2 Problems and Issues
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Is your heat shield around the spare tire making contact with the exhaust pipe? That noise sounds more like metal on metal contact from loose parts. Hard to say for sure.
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I just put the B&W Companion in last week. Fit right into the puck system. Bought a 30 ft 5th Wheel Cougar, tows great so far. The 27SGS, it only weighs about 8200 lbs dry. I figured the truck...
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Silverado ZR2 Photos
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Silverado ZR2 Photos
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Thanks Bizon, I’ll be out of country unfortunately. Much appreciate the invite. ❤️
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I traded in my 2024 LTZ 3.0l Silverado for a 2024 ZR2 3.0 Silverado a month ago. Loving the truck. It was what I originally wanted but no one had them in stock back then in the baby diesel.
Thank you for having me. My name is Matt from Texas. I have a 2024 2500 ZR2. This truck is truly a beast
Silverado ZR2 Talk
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The only advantage of working with a SA from a dealership is you don't have to pay upfront like at a 3rd party repair facility. At least if you have a decent dealership you work with it should be...
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Silverado ZR2 Problems and Issues
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Okay, these might be my last two questions…. Maybe…. 1. Has anyone else felt the ass end of the truck swing to the side when going over a bump? I’ve got the multimatics and have felt the entire...
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Silverado ZR2 Problems and Issues
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Okay, these might be my last two questions…. Maybe…. 1. Has anyone else felt the ass end of the truck swing to the side when going over a bump? I’ve got the multimatics and have felt the entire...
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Silverado ZR2 Problems and Issues
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I had the same issue with the adaptive cruise control and refuse to use it anymore due to that exact problem. With the 2022 you should be able to get a dealer to update to Android 12 and if you...
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Silverado ZR2 Bison
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I thought the water was deeper until after watching the video. Sort of lame I know. Lol
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I'm a desert guy so take that for what it is. I've driven the TRX hard in the desert. Big, heavy and an absolute blast. I'd be willing to bet the RHO will be more nimble and lively feeling...
Dodge had some really shady loans available. 392 isn't just the displacement, is your credit score. Certain demographics got into the cars that way=street takeovers. Kinda like the stated...
So how high does that Caddy bounce? It's powered down these to avoid burning shit down, but before it got painted this high and then after it got painted this high,
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Silverado ZR2 Introductions
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Off-Topic Discussion
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Gonna have to find some more soon! Its gotten to be fairly available in my area now. Lots of places have it in stock, maybe not out on the normal shelves. Prices have come back down closer to...
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Silverado HD ZR2 Problems
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Have the service manager ride with you and point out the issue. PDR on the door dent if the paint isn’t broken. Good luck.
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Silverado ZR2 Problems and Issues
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Can definitely say I have felt the "hop" in the rear of the truck. Its light back there unless you have something in the bed, it happens. Can't answer to this one. I do not recall the 1500 ZR2 I...
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Swapped out the S8 light bar for a new OnX6 20" light bar, doubled the lumens. It fit but took some trimming on a couple shutters and cleaned up the grill cut outs so the entire light is clear. Mounts fit in the same spot which made it...
2022 Silverado ZR2 37,700 miles Awesome truck! She threw SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL, SERVICE ESC... flashing CHECK ENGINE... remote start wouldn't work... Drove to local...
Been dead around here! Thought I'd reminsce some. I poured a Blanton's tonight. It's always so damn good! Gonna have to find some more soon!
Silverado HD ZR2 Modifications
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He didn't ask what it does, he asked what the one next to it is. 🤦♂️ It's been corrected 😆
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Silverado ZR2 Talk
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2022 Silverado ZR2 37,700 miles Awesome truck! She threw SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL, SERVICE ESC... flashing CHECK ENGINE... remote start wouldn't work... Drove to local dealership. Injector...
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Silverado ZR2 Talk
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My drivers seat just started doing it about 2 weeks ago, will have them look at it next time I bring it in. That's been an issue for 15 years. They will either replace the mounting hardware or...
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⛓️ Silverado HD ZR2 Forum
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Three times this week this piece of shit has had no volume. Not even the fucking turn signal. One time it even lost all my presets. I've done reset after reset after reset. These trucks piss me off.
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Off-Topic Discussion
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I'm a big fan of the band Tesla. Here's another great cover that they did....
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⛓️ Silverado HD ZR2 Forum
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Mine has no sound 85% of the time upon starting. I have to change stations and then everything is fine (most of the time). I've had the unit replaced. Same BS after a few days. Been living with it...
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⛓️ Silverado HD ZR2 Forum
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I have the same problem but only about once every 3 months. I just think it’s odd that we all (presumably) have the same head unit but experiences vary. Gotta be the various software versions we...
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Three times this week this piece of shit has had no volume. Not even the fucking turn signal. One time it even lost all my presets. I've done reset after reset after reset. These trucks piss me...
My 25 does the same thing once in awhile at low speeds as well. Sort of sounds to me like it’s a quick turbo spool up back feeding through the the intake/air filter. Heard it a few times in semis...
Silverado ZR2 Talk
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You know you can drive AROUND those rocks right?
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⛓️ Silverado HD ZR2 Forum
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What an embarrassment when you can’t even get audio right. Just look at all the affected models in the above PDF. GM was ready to make vehicles but the software was knowingly inadequate and Mary...
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Silverado ZR2 Problems and Issues
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Alright, I’ve had the truck for a month now and I got some questions. 1. My park assist will turn on when I start the truck, but as soon as I put it in drive, it turns off and won’t turn back on...
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