2011 Chevy Silverado 2500HD Duramax Build

[WildChevys]

I've never started these build threads from the start, they've always been after the fact. This one i'll start from the start. The truck is a 2011 Chevy Silverado LT 2500 HD Duramax.

Here it is this past friday when i got it home:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v720/jimmyboy8301/2011%20Silverado/2011-11-12_13-39-10_972.jpg

After removing the lower valance, and demold/debadge:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v720/jimmyboy8301/2011%20Silverado/DSC02975.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v720/jimmyboy8301/2011%20Silverado/DSC02976.jpg

This coming saturday the bed is getting rhino lined, and tuesday it's getting tinted, also a truxedo truxport tonneau is on order. next week the dealer should be installing the hitch platform, tow mirrors, and rear fender liners.

Before the end of the year i should have my stereo system/navigation installed, and hopefully paint.

after the winter should be a BDS 6.5" lift with 20" BMF's and 35" Toyo's and a dual 4" MBRP exhaust.

[Quyonmob]

Sub'd for the baddest storm trooper on FSC.

[97vortec383]

Looking forward to this one :cheer:

[Cartman372]

Sub'd for the baddest storm trooper on FSC.

This^

[Chuggs]

Sub'd for the baddest storm trooper on FSC.

Ditto. :cool:

[HiSpdJunkie]

Sub'd even though I will see most of the build in person as it happens.

[WildChevys]

:lol:

thanks guys

[CustomChevyGuy]

this is going to be fun to watch!

maybe its the angle or maybe its just me, but with the body molding and letters on, it doesnt seem quite as long :dunno:

[WildChevys]

i think it's the angle of the pic lol

[6.0 Bowtie HD]

Im in on this one. Paint? intrigued

[rebelbowtie]

I absolutely hate tue GMT900 trucks demolded... But the truck should turn out nice if it's anything like you GMT800 white truck.

[98silvyman]

Sub'd for another flawless build

[Dunetras4er]

Looks good demold/debadge!

[WildChevys]

thanks guys!

[canuckz71]

Subd! If its anything like your black NNBS this one will be wicked

[98BlackSierra]

I loved your black truck James, but this one is going to be badass!!! Can't wait to see the mods begin!!

[WildChevys]

thanks!!

[WildChevys]

here's the truck with tow mirrors, rear fender liners, tonneau cover (bed rhino lined which can't be seen lol) AND the hitch!
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v720/jimmyboy8301/2011%20Silverado/DSC02977.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v720/jimmyboy8301/2011%20Silverado/DSC02978.jpg

tint this tuesday, stereo with b/u camera the following tuesday, and paint the week after.

[HiSpdJunkie]

Lookin good. I found the back up camera but have no way to test it. Let me know when you need it.

[DarkCharisma]

Nice. Stomtrooper theme, I assume? Kinda going that way with mine...

[WildChevys]

Lookin good. I found the back up camera but have no way to test it. Let me know when you need it.
thanks mike


Nice. Stomtrooper theme, I assume? Kinda going that way with mine...
yes sir. seems to be the easiest to maintain and looks great.

[DarkCharisma]

I am sure it'll look awesome. :cheer: Can the exhaust be modified without voiding the warranty, as long as it's from the DPF back?

[WildChevys]

as long as it'a filter back (which it seems most are including the one i'm going with) i believe your fine. i don't know much of a difference sound/power wise a filter back is going to make but we'll see. i'm going with MBRP's 4" cool duals exhaust in stainless. they claim up to a 18hp gain and EGT's reduced up to 200 degrees.

[OG 8 Lug]

Damn this is going to be so nice. I'm truly jealous. I have one suggestion - if you are going to troop it, you should get black exhaust tips as well. That would look so sick.

[WildChevys]

that would be cool, but i think only rbp makes black tips

[Chickasaw]

I was just about to say that, but you beat me to it haha

[OG 8 Lug]

that would be cool, but i think only rbp makes black tips

So get an RBP tip! They have expensive tips but also ones that are in the $50 range.

[Chickasaw]

is the exhaust going to be straight back or 45'd out the back?

[WildChevys]

45'd out the back and i found black MBRP tips so thats definitely on my radar

[xxhomeless]

where's the tint pics

[WildChevys]

truck is at the shop today getting the system installed including the b/u camera. i'll post pics tomorrow because it will probably be dark when i get it back. then sunday night it's going to the shop for paint.

[Stratosman]

truck is at the shop today getting the system installed including the b/u camera. i'll post pics tomorrow because it will probably be dark when i get it back. then sunday night it's going to the shop for paint.

My new Equinox has a b/u camera, standard on the 1LT's now, it's neat. The guys at work with the 2011's are mad because the 2012's have better options on the 1LT's. It also has the fancy touch screen radio/Ipod thing.

[rocking chevy]

looks good, should turn out great.

[WildChevys]

My new Equinox has a b/u camera, standard on the 1LT's now, it's neat. The guys at work with the 2011's are mad because the 2012's have better options on the 1LT's. It also has the fancy touch screen radio/Ipod thing.
yea my wife's terrain has the b/u camera also pretty cool. i dont think in the LT's the options for the silverado's between the 11's and 12's are much different at all, if any. the camera might be the only difference.

[Country-Man]

Looking good. cant wait to see the finished product

[WildChevys]

thanks

[WildChevys]

15% strip and 50% fronts
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v720/jimmyboy8301/2011%20Silverado/DSC02997.jpg

stereo:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v720/jimmyboy8301/2011%20Silverado/DSC02998.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v720/jimmyboy8301/2011%20Silverado/DSC02999.jpg

[oneloudz71]

Should be a nice project! Working at a diesel performance shop I hate to see a Duramax "wasted" on fears of legality and warranty, but should be a nice looking truck. Personally I would have gone with an exhaust that dumps under the bed with a big black tip hanging just visibly under there because of the lift. Not a fan of the "cool duals", seems only Dodge kids do that around here.

[WildChevys]

i actually changed my mind, as of now i'm not going to do any exhaust. ANY DPF back exhaust is a waste of money since it wont gain you any power and wont make it any louder. for now i'm leaving the exhaust alone.

[oneloudz71]

Whatever you do, don't tune it with the DPF on it, all you will do is plug everything up and you will be getting kicked into regen CONSTANTLY.

[98BlackSierra]

So what is the exact purpose of the fender liners, to keep snow/mud and other debris from getting stuck up under the bed? I wish they made them for OBS trucks when they were new.

The truck sure is looking good, the 50% on the front looks just about perfect. I think I'm going to go with 50% all the way around the car now after seeing the darkness. She's coming along nicely!!

[Brody57]

WAIT...What the hell did I miss? You sold the black LTZ?

[Stratosman]

So what is the exact purpose of the fender liners, to keep snow/mud and other debris from getting stuck up under the bed? I wish they made them for OBS trucks when they were new.


The biggest benefit is the look. The front wheel well is always black, but GM leaves the rear wheel well the color of the bed, which looks ridiculous. Here is a white example, this guy put some wheels and tires, but left the rear fender liners off :fail:

http://silverado1500.net/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/White-2011-Silverado-15001.jpg

here is a stock example:

http://images.jaxsportscars.com/pictures/35210460.jpg

Little things like that make a huge difference.

[RedBehemoth]

no exhaust? i know my buddies 09 with a 5 inch MBRP exhaust sounds really good.

[WildChevys]

Whatever you do, don't tune it with the DPF on it, all you will do is plug everything up and you will be getting kicked into regen CONSTANTLY.
yea i know, i'm not doing ANY tune lol

[WildChevys]

WAIT...What the hell did I miss? You sold the black LTZ?
YES


The biggest benefit is the look. The front wheel well is always black, but GM leaves the rear wheel well the color of the bed, which looks ridiculous. Here is a white example, this guy put some wheels and tires, but left the rear fender liners off :fail:

http://silverado1500.net/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/White-2011-Silverado-15001.jpg

here is a stock example:

http://images.jaxsportscars.com/pictures/35210460.jpg

Little things like that make a huge difference.
EXACTLY lol


no exhaust? i know my buddies 09 with a 5 inch MBRP exhaust sounds really good.
nope, no point. a DPF back exhaust is a waste of money and would be PURELY for looks. it will not gain ANY performance and will not gain ANY sound. the only way to gain power and sound on an LML is to remove the DPF and DEF which will make the truck illegal and void the warranty on a 8k plus motor. no thanks.

[RedBehemoth]

well i guess when you get bored of that wierd looking exhaust tip you can just hack it off and dump it or just for some reason find some extra money you can get it for looks IMO.

[WildChevys]

the exhaust tip is designed like that to cool the exhaust coming out for when the truck regens. during the regen process the temp inside the DPF goes above 1100 degrees and the exhaust during regen comes out at about 600 degrees. that tip allows air in the back of the "musket tip" to cool the exhaust coming out of it.

i wanted a DPF in the worst way untill i did some reading to see it was pretty much worthless and that there is actually a point to that ugly ass tip lol

[RedBehemoth]

i know what it does, but i wish it wasnt such an eye sore lol.

[WildChevys]

me too, but there isn't much you can do. soon enough there should be other "distractions"

[DarkCharisma]

i wanted a DPF in the worst way

Are you retarded, or just a masochist? :lol::crazy:

[WildChevys]

i meant a DPF back lol

[redchevy914x4]

Man one of my buddies just got an 11 and removed all the emissions crap and got a basic tune for it just so the check engine light is not on and it is such a nice ride! Its just so stupid all the crap they put on the new diesels. If you live somewhere that you dont have to pass emissions I would take the dpf and all the other stuff off.

[WildChevys]

and void the warranty on a 10k motor? i think not lol

[1988 GMC 355]

The DPF stuff is very dumb, how is is saving the enviroment when it is costing 4-5 MPG with it? ANother downfall of the EPA and CAFE rules

[WildChevys]

yup, when the truck goes into regen it's just dumping fuel into the dpf.

[oneloudz71]

and void the warranty on a 10k motor? i think not lol

How many people do you know that have blown a motor due to an exhaust and tune? Tranny, sure that weak a$$ Alison can granade very easily with added HP. The only time I have see motor issues due to added power was the cranks and those were on supercharged applications. I get where you are coming from, a motor is expensive, I just wouldn't be worried about that. Obviously you arn't worried about other parts of your warranty seeing as how with the lift and larger tires they could void your warranty on any remaining factory suspension components, tranny, transfer case, front diff, rear end...

[1988 GMC 355]

yup, when the truck goes into regen it's just dumping fuel into the dpf.

My neighbor has a 07 D max and when he tuned his out and got ride of it he went from 13-14 to 17-18 and my my boss has a 6.4 power stroke and he went from 11-12 to 15-16

[WildChevys]

How many people do you know that have blown a motor due to an exhaust and tune? Tranny, sure that weak a$$ Alison can granade very easily with added HP. The only time I have see motor issues due to added power was the cranks and those were on supercharged applications. I get where you are coming from, a motor is expensive, I just wouldn't be worried about that. Obviously you arn't worried about other parts of your warranty seeing as how with the lift and larger tires they could void your warranty on any remaining factory suspension components, tranny, transfer case, front diff, rear end...
my dealer is VERY lift friendly they sell new lifted chevys both 1500's and 2500's. i've talked to the service manager about any problems with lifting this truck and as per his email the only thing i would void is suspension. the truck is built to tow 19,000 lbs so them voiding a trans because of tires that add a total of about 400 lbs is pretty weak. the main tuner for the LML's is H&S and i have heard iffy things about them plus the fact that it leaves a "foot print" in the truck that WILL void the warranty should something happen. my main concern warranty is powertrain since everything is so expensive, and that i have a 6 year / 100,000 mile coverage. There might not be 1 person in the entire world to blow a LML, but i'm only worried and care about 1 LML, mine. If someone/anyone would be kind enough to tune it for me and remove all the emissions crap and tell me that they'll pay for a new motor or anything else that craps out related should something happen that GM won't cover then we'd have a deal, but i don't think anyone is willing to make that guarantee.


i'm not worried about a DPF back exhaust, i'm worried about a turbo back exhaust (also illegal). i'm a realist and know that $hit happens. i have a job i have to be at, a house, and a daughter. we only have 2 trucks, so if mine crapped out and wasn't covered i'd be screwed. it's not worth it IMO. i bought the d-max so i'd have plenty of power stock without having to do anything. more power is always better, but with the possible repercussions it's just not worth it to me.

[redchevy914x4]

on my buddies truck it is the 4th duramax he has bought from the same dealership so he has a very good relationship with the service manager. He lives in an area where he does not have to pass emissions and he still has all the original stuff. He has it in writing that they will still honor his warranty up to a certain extent because all he did was remove the factory emissions stuff and got the basic tune that adds no horsepower or torque. It is just to turn off the check engine light. It all depends on how good of a relationship you have with your dealership as to what they will and will not cover. The service dept has the ability to kind of manipulate the system.

[oneloudz71]

my dealer is VERY lift friendly they sell new lifted chevys both 1500's and 2500's. i've talked to the service manager about any problems with lifting this truck and as per his email the only thing i would void is suspension. the truck is built to tow 19,000 lbs so them voiding a trans because of tires that add a total of about 400 lbs is pretty weak. the main tuner for the LML's is H&S and i have heard iffy things about them plus the fact that it leaves a "foot print" in the truck that WILL void the warranty should something happen. my main concern warranty is powertrain since everything is so expensive, and that i have a 6 year / 100,000 mile coverage. There might not be 1 person in the entire world to blow a LML, but i'm only worried and care about 1 LML, mine. If someone/anyone would be kind enough to tune it for me and remove all the emissions crap and tell me that they'll pay for a new motor or anything else that craps out related should something happen that GM won't cover then we'd have a deal, but i don't think anyone is willing to make that guarantee.


i'm not worried about a DPF back exhaust, i'm worried about a turbo back exhaust (also illegal). i'm a realist and know that $hit happens. i have a job i have to be at, a house, and a daughter. we only have 2 trucks, so if mine crapped out and wasn't covered i'd be screwed. it's not worth it IMO. i bought the d-max so i'd have plenty of power stock without having to do anything. more power is always better, but with the possible repercussions it's just not worth it to me.

I respect your opinion, I don't agree with it but I respect it. I can totally see where you are coming from! Around here the dealerships all "look the other way" for tunes and exhaust, in fact we do alot of exhaust and tunes for customers that the dealers actually refered to us. If something major were to happen the customer could get pinched because the decission to warranty an item can go over the dealerships head, so for that I can totally see where you are coming from.

[WildChevys]

It all depends on how good of a relationship you have with your dealership as to what they will and will not cover. The service dept has the ability to kind of manipulate the system.
i realize that, he must have a REALLY good dealer if they won't bother him about the emissions. in NJ if i was caught by a mobile dmv check point without the emissions crap it would be a 1k ticket AT LEAST as far as i know. thats just not worth it

[WildChevys]

I respect your opinion, I don't agree with it but I respect it. I can totally see where you are coming from! Around here the dealerships all "look the other way" for tunes and exhaust, in fact we do alot of exhaust and tunes for customers that the dealers actually refered to us. If something major were to happen the customer could get pinched because the decission to warranty an item can go over the dealerships head, so for that I can totally see where you are coming from.

yup. suspension doesn't bother me (or the dealer). DPF back exhaust and intake don't bother the dealer either, but with all the emissions crap still in place it makes those mods virtually useless. as for the tune the dealer can't do anything about it. if the truck were to have a catastrophic failure gm wants the computer sent to them for testing where they would fine "foot prints from the tune". and if i got rid of the emissions crap and even if the dealer didn't hassle me about it jersey has mobile dmv "spot checks" if i got stopped by them and it failed emissions because i got rid of that crap they could tow the truck and give me fines OVER $1,000. i'd LOVE to do it, i've always wanted a loud dirty diesel, but i have to stick with a quiet clean one lol

[oneloudz71]

i've always wanted a loud dirty diesel, but i have to stick with a quiet clean one lol

I was cool with everything you said untill this! Don't fall into that EPA bullsh!t mindset! Come on, you arn't driving a 1995 Powerstroke puffing black on every encline!

[1988 GMC 355]

I was cool with everything you said untill this! Don't fall into that EPA bullsh!t mindset! Come on, you arn't driving a 1995 Powerstroke puffing black on every encline!

IT is NJ law he is refering too, they can get him for not having the DPF on it.

[oneloudz71]

IT is NJ law he is refering too, they can get him for not having the DPF on it.

And I wasn't saying anything in referance to the NJ laws, I was refering to the "loud dirty diesel, vs quiet clean"...you know, that little thing called a quote box...

[WildChevys]

when i say loud and dirty i mean the ability to blow smoke when i want to and the ability to have a full exhaust so that when i start the truck it sounds like i'm at an airport. and when i say quiet and clean i mean that i have to keep it stock.

[oneloudz71]

when i say loud and dirty i mean the ability to blow smoke when i want to and the ability to have a full exhaust so that when i start the truck it sounds like i'm at an airport. and when i say quiet and clean i mean that i have to keep it stock.

LOL, gotcha!:cheer:

[6.0 Bowtie HD]

I personally hate the new dpf and def requirements on the new trucks. I work on class 8 all day long. The new semis have them too. I recommend keeping as much of the warranty as possible. If it weren't for the doser valve failures or the actual dpf filter going bad we would never see the trucks we sell until further down the road. We see them right about 50-100k for new valves and or dpf filters becuase the regen will not complete. The regens are supposed to burn up all the contaminants but in real life they just burn themselves up or fail all together. The warranty does not cover them becuase there deemed a wearable part however we can get warranty to cover the labor. When they fail and they will fail, have money around to fix it the system isn't cheap to maintain. Ive replaced them after the first regen before with only 1600 miles on the clock. These trucks are nnormally run into the million mile plus range replacing them all the time will surely get tiresome.

[WildChevys]

yup, it sucks lol

[redchevy914x4]

ya the new diesel emissions stuff is crazy. That's why if I were to buy a diesel I would most likely buy one that is around an 06-07 that way it doesn't have all that junk on it. But either way, very cool truck man! I can respect leaving it stock for warranty reasons. Especially on such a nice/expensive truck.

[WildChevys]

if i was independently wealthy i would take that crap off in a heartbeat.

[tds z71]

When are you getting new rims?

[WildChevys]

when i get the tires and lift

[1988 GMC 355]

LOL, gotcha!:cheer:

That is what I was trying to say, he wants to be dirty and loud, but NJ wants to keep him clean and quiet.

[WildChevys]

:lol: :lol:

[xstuddsx]

Trucks looking good and your sig is even sicker haha! Christmas Vacation is the sh1t!

[WildChevys]

lol i know!!

[mudbuddy]

Very nice looking truck, and for what it's worth I was told the feds have a $10,000 a day fine for tampering with any part of a DPF exhaust system by the factory reps from International Harvester but that could be because we are considered a DOT carrier. I think it is smart on your part to leave the motor stock to ensure it stays under warranty given the number of warranty claims I have seen with the D-Max trucks in my fleet. Looking forward to seeing the future mods coming up, I know it will look sic when your done, but are we ever really done with any vehicle?:10:

[WildChevys]

thanks, and 10k HOLY $HIT thats alotta hooch. i'm happy with the stock power (more wouldn't be bad, but unfortunately its not gonna happen). I'm hoping it will be back from paint today but i think tomorrow is more realistic. and your right we're never done, it's a sickness lol.

[WildChevys]

got the truck back from paint this afternoon:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v720/jimmyboy8301/2011%20Silverado/2011-12-08_16-39-54_452.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v720/jimmyboy8301/2011%20Silverado/2011-12-08_16-40-15_731.jpg

[1988 GMC 355]

Wow, looks great!

[6.0 Bowtie HD]

They put so much chrome on those trucks, looks so much better color matched. :thumbup:

[Lockjaw]

that trucks the shiznit

[WildChevys]

thanks guys, it's gettin there. i got one more trick up my sleeve for 2011!!

[1988 GMC 355]

Uhh ohhh, I don't even have an idea!

[WildChevys]

:lol: you have about 2 weeks to think about it. the parts are already in too

[1988 GMC 355]

Hmm, I will get on it and come up with a very well educated guess :lol:

[WildChevys]

lol, ok go for it

[1988 GMC 355]

I have one guess so far, but not ready to use it :lol:

[WildChevys]

hahahahahahaha

[oneloudz71]

That looks sooooo much better!

[WildChevys]

thanks

[oneloudz71]

What about adding the factory style clearance lights? I have never been a fan of clearance lights untill this body style, and the factory ones that are slim and LED look really nice. You see almost no orange when they are not lit up.

[oneloudz71]

Smoked tails or the dark Recon replacement tails would look killer too!

[xxhomeless]

thanks guys, it's gettin there. i got one more trick up my sleeve for 2011!!

just one?! you got a whole 3 weeks still!

[Chickasaw]

smoked clearance lights with smokes tails would b pretty sweet btw the storm trooper almost looks 100% for deployment haha

[WildChevys]

What about adding the factory style clearance lights? I have never been a fan of clearance lights untill this body style, and the factory ones that are slim and LED look really nice. You see almost no orange when they are not lit up.
i'm REALLY considering them.

[OG 8 Lug]

Looks so nice, these GMT900s look so good in all white color-matched.

I love this one, I'm guessing this is similar to what yours will look like when it is finished?


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-2e8i9Dbr4s

[4407lifted]

Looks good!

[WildChevys]

its close, but mine is gonna have more black trim on it

[WildChevys]

hopefully i'll have another update next week (fingers crossed)

[DroppedAsAChild]

Gunna Be badass James. More cruisin to friendly's Next year HAHAHAHA. Im debating which of my trucks I will be bringing to Carlisle. Pops might have one as well. Were workin on it. Just have to sell his Pilot first.

[WildChevys]

niiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii iiice

[1988 GMC 355]

Gunna Be badass James. More cruisin to friendly's Next year HAHAHAHA. Im debating which of my trucks I will be bringing to Carlisle. Pops might have one as well. Were workin on it. Just have to sell his Pilot first.


Just stay away from my waitress's :read:

[OG 8 Lug]

its close, but mine is gonna have more black trim on it

That's still a good color combo. The GMT900s are just beautiful when they are color-matched.

[WildChevys]

they NEED to come from the factory like that

[DroppedAsAChild]

they NEED to come from the factory like that

The 2012's do James
http://wot.motortrend.com/2012-chevrolet-silverado-gets-new-appearance-packages-wi-fi-connection-112371.html

[illinoisboy]

Thats a very nice truck, i cant wait to see it when its all done!

[canuckz71]

The 2012's do James
http://wot.motortrend.com/2012-chevrolet-silverado-gets-new-appearance-packages-wi-fi-connection-112371.html

With a chrome rear bumper though but the silver LTZ in the link looks sweet!
In 2011 GMC Sierras with the All-Terrain package came with colormatched bumpers and grille aswell.

[WildChevys]

The 2012's do James
http://wot.motortrend.com/2012-chevrolet-silverado-gets-new-appearance-packages-wi-fi-connection-112371.html

its only with the Z71 appearance package though, good luck finding a lot truck like that. thats the problem. they should make them all like that standard. you usually always get the better deal on a lot truck instead of an ordered truck

[OG 8 Lug]

The Silverados they have pictured in their newest commercials for the HDs and even the 1500 are both models with color-matched front ends, they look really nice.

[WildChevys]

yea, on the HD's they are Z71 appearance package trucks, for the 1/2 tons they are either LTZ's or Z71 appearance package trucks also

[oneloudz71]

Here is a 2500 we have at our shop with the Z71 appearance package...

http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w265/oneloudz71/PROTINT.jpg

[Stratosman]

its only with the Z71 appearance package though, good luck finding a lot truck like that. thats the problem. they should make them all like that standard. you usually always get the better deal on a lot truck instead of an ordered truck
:nono: dealers pay the same for the truck whether it's special ordered or not, you just have to try harder when you are ordering one because they'd rather sell you an older one off the lot, all the same discounts/rules/net costs apply whether the new truck is on the lot or getting ready to be made, assuming they are the same model year

[WildChevys]

Here is a 2500 we have at our shop with the Z71 appearance package...

http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w265/oneloudz71/PROTINT.jpg

thats odd, all the other appearance packages i've seen the valance (where the tow hooks and license plate goes) is painted the body color not black plastic as that one. let me dig up a pic


:nono: dealers pay the same for the truck whether it's special ordered or not, you just have to try harder when you are ordering one because they'd rather sell you an older one off the lot, all the same discounts/rules/net costs apply whether the new truck is on the lot or getting ready to be made, assuming they are the same model year

but the problem lies in the fact the the promotions are based on the the truck is delievered NOT when it's ordered so that is a gamble PLUS i'd be without a vehicle for 4-6 weeks verses not at all lol

[WildChevys]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v680/koerbs/photo1.jpg

[AllBlkdOut07]

http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w265/oneloudz71/PROTINT.jpg
Like that front A LOT


http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v680/koerbs/photo1.jpg
Now THAT'S kinda ugly

[WildChevys]

i like the black valance better, it breaks up the white

[AllBlkdOut07]

The white valance appears to stick out a lot further too, it's an illusion. Yeah DEF do NOT like the white valance.

[RedBehemoth]

The 2012's do James
http://wot.motortrend.com/2012-chevrolet-silverado-gets-new-appearance-packages-wi-fi-connection-112371.html

looks like ill start saving for that truck:lol:

[WildChevys]

santa came a little early:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v720/jimmyboy8301/2011%20Silverado/IMG958935.jpg

[oneloudz71]

Ummm, looks a little short!

[WildChevys]

front is on jacks. won't be done till tomorrow night/friday morning

[StockRoids21]

Damn, I'm in the wrong profession :lol:
Badass yet again.

[OG 8 Lug]

Damn is right... BMF Novakanes... Mmmmmmm :P

Keep us posted, this is lookin great so far.

[WildChevys]

thanks guys!

[OG 8 Lug]

Btw, what the hell do you do for a living that not only enables you to buy a new D-Max, but also your own shop to work on it in? I wish I had my own shop :(

[WildChevys]

thats not my shop. thats the shop thats doing the lift lol. my job is in my profile lol.

[OG 8 Lug]

Oh I figured it was yours because it was being left on jacks all night haha

[WildChevys]

nope, the shop did that

[StockRoids21]

Sounds like I need to go from a parts manager to a officer lol. Like I've said dozens of times. Awesome looking truck and thank you for your service!

[silverado_lover]

needz moar low

[WildChevys]

Sounds like I need to go from a parts manager to a officer lol. Like I've said dozens of times. Awesome looking truck and thank you for your service!
thanks dude

[DroppedAsAChild]

Looks Awesome James How much of a lift this time ?

[97vortec383]

wish santa could come by my house early... or at least bring as good of gifts as you got.

You must've made the nice list!

[speedjunkie]

Very nice. Wish santa would just come to my house.

[oneloudz71]

thats not my shop. thats the shop thats doing the lift lol. my job is in my profile lol.

Oh, it is lifted in the picture...that is what I meant about looking a little short...I didn't think it looked lifted from the pic...what size lift/tire/wheel? I love the BMF's by the say!

[WildChevys]

truck's done. i'll have "good" pics tomorrow. here's some in the meantime:



http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v720/jimmyboy8301/2011%20Silverado/384817_247042945362456_109344929132259_635411_2627 89709_n.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v720/jimmyboy8301/2011%20Silverado/375381_247042978695786_109344929132259_635412_1323 006027_n.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v720/jimmyboy8301/2011%20Silverado/384648_247042988695785_109344929132259_635413_1837 546219_n.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v720/jimmyboy8301/2011%20Silverado/376006_247043008695783_109344929132259_635414_4135 75277_n.jpg

[WildChevys]

Oh, it is lifted in the picture...that is what I meant about looking a little short...I didn't think it looked lifted from the pic...what size lift/tire/wheel? I love the BMF's by the say!

6.5" BDS
35" toyos
20" novakanes

[oneloudz71]

There we go! Now that looks much better! It was hard to tell in the garage because there was nothing really to give a perspective of size from that pic.

[xxhomeless]

looks sweet! how come you only go 50% on the front windows?

[WildChevys]

there is a town i work near where the cops are a$$holes, and write anyone INCLUDING other cops ESPECIAllY for tint

[AllBlkdOut07]

Looks outstanding, loving the white.

[WildChevys]

thanks!

[Toolman]

Looking good Jimmay!!!!

[jmig]

truck's done. i'll have "good" pics tomorrow. here's some in the meantime:



http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v720/jimmyboy8301/2011%20Silverado/384817_247042945362456_109344929132259_635411_2627 89709_n.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v720/jimmyboy8301/2011%20Silverado/375381_247042978695786_109344929132259_635412_1323 006027_n.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v720/jimmyboy8301/2011%20Silverado/384648_247042988695785_109344929132259_635413_1837 546219_n.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v720/jimmyboy8301/2011%20Silverado/376006_247043008695783_109344929132259_635414_4135 75277_n.jpg

I love the truck!! It looks great with all the goodies santa brought you:)

[squeaky3]

Love it!!!!! Perfect stance

[WildChevys]

thanks guys!!

[DroppedAsAChild]

Looks great Brother. Some good Cruising in carlisle again :D, Especially to Friendly's :lol:

[WildChevys]

oh yea!

[xxhomeless]

that sucks about the tint thing, truck is super nice though!

[6.0 Bowtie HD]

Very nice. :thumbup:

[dirtyhick42]

While it is awesome looking I secretly hate you and am very jealous...

[WildChevys]

thanks guys

[tds z71]

That is really nice looking, but I must admit I like the vmaxx more. sorry.

[WildChevys]

lol, while nice the vmax doesn't hold a candle to the dmax

[rebelbowtie]

when can i expect to see it hooked up to a gooseneck?

[WildChevys]

probably never.

[rebelbowtie]

it was worth a shot

[Stratosman]

Looking like a Wildchevys sort of truck now! Nice!

Why are waiting for the bed lengthening (sp?) kit to be put on last :think:

[WildChevys]

got the truck back today here she is. full photo set is here:

http://www.flickr.com/photos/mad-creations/sets/72157628446626087/

BDS 6.5" kit with 3" rear block, fox shocks, 9500 series steering stabilizer
35" Toyo MT's
20x9 Novakanes

truck sits 47.5 in the front and 47.25 in the rear

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v720/jimmyboy8301/2011%20Silverado/6522491827_6de92405a7_o.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v720/jimmyboy8301/2011%20Silverado/6522498731_5d87eae3d0_o.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v720/jimmyboy8301/2011%20Silverado/6522499691_85d7dbbeb8_o.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v720/jimmyboy8301/2011%20Silverado/6522500691_f1ee6fc831_o.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v720/jimmyboy8301/2011%20Silverado/6522502085_f09693a898_o.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v720/jimmyboy8301/2011%20Silverado/6522504635_245cbb1581_o.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v720/jimmyboy8301/2011%20Silverado/6522509043_34999ea629_o.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v720/jimmyboy8301/2011%20Silverado/6522512585_bd4121fbfb_o.jpg

[Tweaks]

Almost making me not hate the color white on a vehicle... almost.:cool:

[OG 8 Lug]

Damn, that is beautiful. I'm truly jealous as well. Great stance, great tire/rim combo. Drool won't stop coming from my mouth.

[AllBlkdOut07]

http://i188.photobucket.com/albums/z120/AllBlkdOut07/signatures/WIldChevys_125x500.jpg

[WildChevys]

EXCELLENT!!!!!!

angles btw:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v720/jimmyboy8301/2011%20Silverado/photobucket-4721-1324168551198.jpg

[rebelbowtie]

Only thing I can find that I would change is the side molding, I prefer them on newer trucks.

[dirtyhick42]

I know it has been gone through already but I would lose that tip. Is there anyway to maybe move it back and have it angles down as a sort of dump just to get it out of the way.

[WildChevys]

i'm kicking around just biting the bullet and doing a DPF back in the spring

[speedjunkie]

That is sweeeett. Might do the same in a GMC.

[AllBlkdOut07]

EXCELLENT!!!!!!

angles btw:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v720/jimmyboy8301/2011%20Silverado/photobucket-4721-1324168551198.jpg

Showing rust already!? Damn you rust.

[WildChevys]

lol

[OG 8 Lug]

Yeah those CVs are looking a little rusty. Must be bad way up North there.

[BasicBlack]

Showing rust already!? Damn you rust.

My thoughts exactly. Nothing a little POR-15 and a brush can't hide.

[onebadm0f0]

nice truck man

[WildChevys]

thanks!

[Stratosman]

Showing rust already!? Damn you rust.

He's going rat rod with it, he's just not fully committed yet :lol:

Love it James!

[WildChevys]

:lol: :lol: :lol:

thanks dude!

[HorNz]

I love the truck WildChevys. As far as the tip goes, there are other styles of cooling tips for these engines. That just happens to be the one GM chose to make. You could always just change the tip without doing a complete DPF back system.

Oneloudz71: Do you work at EDP?

[WildChevys]

thanks, and i know, but if i'm going to spend the money i'd rather have the exhaust come out the side at some kind of semi 90 degree angle. thats why if i do anything i'll do a dpf back.

[WildChevys]

here's a picture of new and old i got the day my dad bought his new '11 silverado (from the same dealer i got mine)
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v720/jimmyboy8301/2011%20Silverado/photobucket-6028-1324669190767.jpg
the HD sits about 2" higher than the old truck

[OG 8 Lug]

Liking the new one a little bit more. Not to mention you got LML power under that hood!

[WildChevys]

oh yea! thanks

[NHurless93]

Both trucks look absolutly flawless!! keep up the good work! :thumbup:

[WildChevys]

thank you

[WildChevys]

all cleaned up today:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v720/jimmyboy8301/2011%20Silverado/2012-01-01_15-26-09_303.jpg

[AllBlkdOut07]

Here's the pshop you asked for.

I sent you an email with both original jpgs, photobucket may have reduced the quality of these.

BEFORE
http://i188.photobucket.com/albums/z120/AllBlkdOut07/james_before.jpg

AFTER
http://i188.photobucket.com/albums/z120/AllBlkdOut07/james_after.jpg

[Jon4x4]

if i woulda went back to see my truck liek you did id die a little inside haha

[JohnnyRingo]

Here's the pshop you asked for.

I sent you an email with both original jpgs, photobucket may have reduced the quality of these.

BEFORE
http://i188.photobucket.com/albums/z120/AllBlkdOut07/james_before.jpg

AFTER
http://i188.photobucket.com/albums/z120/AllBlkdOut07/james_after.jpg

http://missionalthoughts.files.wordpress.com/2008/10/graphic.jpg

[WildChevys]

if i woulda went back to see my truck liek you did id die a little inside haha
i was a little sad..................................untill i fired up the 765 ft/lbs torque duramax lol

http://missionalthoughts.files.wordpress.com/2008/10/graphic.jpg
lol, thanks. umberto did a FANTASTIC job as usual

[1988 GMC 355]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dj-vWDbvjDU&feature=related

[AllBlkdOut07]

Apparently he's not fond of those particular tires.

[WildChevys]

i LOOOOOOOOOOVE the white and black smoke!

[1988 GMC 355]

I thought it was awesome, must not be good enough tires.

[AllBlkdOut07]

I thought it was awesome, must not be good enough tires.

Def cool, but dumb too.

[WildChevys]

blowin money lol

[03SMURF]

10/10 for his truck but was expecting a little more from the burnout. maybe its cause Im on my phone.

[MSF]

Did the shop that painted your truck paint over the chrome bumpers? I've heard it can work, but it worries me. And beautiful truck BTW! The emisssions make me sad, but I understand your warranty woes.

[WildChevys]

All the chrome was sandblasted first then prepped and painted. Thanks

[captnidiot]

Your HD is killer, your black maxx was killer as well. I need to go into the business you are in your making dealer money it seems like.

[El M6]

Bad Ass Truck u got there, love those HD!!!

[BOTMAN]

Your HD is killer, your black maxx was killer as well. I need to go into the business you are in your making dealer money it seems like.

Living in debt rolling in style man :rocking:

[WildChevys]

Your HD is killer, your black maxx was killer as well. I need to go into the business you are in your making dealer money it seems like.
Lol, i get good deals

Bad Ass Truck u got there, love those HD!!!thanks


Living in debt rolling in style man :rocking:im not exactly living in debt, but i am rolling in style. My truck payment is lower than most people with a civic

[BOTMAN]

im not exactly living in debt, but i am rolling in style. My truck payment is lower than most people with a civic

Its just a saying :lol: wasn't saying that you were

[WildChevys]

Ya cant take it with ya anyway lol

[AllBlkdOut07]

Ya cant take it with ya anyway lol

Where I am going they don't take credit cards.

[1988 GMC 355]

Where I am going they don't take credit cards.

Just a picture of your piece right?

[AllBlkdOut07]

Haha, no that was WildChevys, none of that for me.

[1988 GMC 355]

Maybe you should take on after him :lol:

[WildChevys]

hahahahahahahaha

[AllBlkdOut07]

Maybe you should take on after him :lol:
'Scuse me?


hahahahahahahaha
What you laughing at, that made little sense.

[WildChevys]

devin

[Blue Bowtie]

Looks really good man, as always.

[WildChevys]

thanks

[1993-Sierra-Z71]

Updates???

[WildChevys]

don't really post here much anymore.

got rid of the death metal novakanes for stealth novakanes, now i just ordered 20x10 stealth novakanes (20x9 are on now) to give the truck a wider stance. also had the grill repainted because the brace at the edge of the split by the headlights was painted white and should be left black. looking into some performance mods for the next year or so.

[WildChevys]

heres how it sits now waiting for the wider wheels"
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v720/jimmyboy8301/2011%20Silverado/7469051696_5196680509_o.jpg

[SuperchargedSS]

Almost went with BMF. Can't wait 6 weeks for their 22x10.5. Had to move on. But absolutely sick wheels and a badass truck!