I bought my Trailblazer SS about two years ago and absolutely love it. The weak transmission is a major issue along with a poorly designed oil pickup tube location. But once you fix those problem areas, you got the makings of a badass street truck.
Alex A i have a 2006 trailblazer SS just got back in July it had 54k miles awd every gadget, bell and whistle in it can u tell me some stuff about this beast I may not know about?
nicholas young I can certainly try. I have a RWD, but look at a AWD one for a brief moment. I can tell you the AWD version has the added issue of the front differential becoming a issue. At 54,xxx miles I would worry to much about until you get toward the 100k club. Also, having AWD can increase the chance of the 4l70(AWD launches can be addicting)taking a dump faster than on the RWD. So a good size transmission cooler and a slightly built transmission are a good investment. These vehicles were built during a time with GM’s build quality varied from good to good enough. I know some owners who were making 500+ rwhp on a stock transmission and others would just sneeze in a stock TBSS and lose all their gears. I’ve got 146,xxx miles on the original trans with a CAI, headers, and street tune done. No issues at all. As long as you are aware of the problem areas and avoid them. You might be able to avoid some expensive trips to the mechanic.
I love my 2008 TBSS AWD 3SS! Bought it new in '08 and as of September 1st, 2021... I'm almost at 38K mi on the ODO. It's had its first brake job less than a year ago. I don't drive much but, when I do, I enjoy every second of it. With the AWD, it's easy to beat everyone out of the hole. Light turns green, foot to the floor, no spin, just hook and launch. It's still bone stock at the moment but, I think of throwing a Maggie on it all the time for an easy extra 150hp. Best bang for the buck. If you're gonna get a TBSS, make sure it's AWD!
I have a 08 Ss awd she rips I wanna throw a lsa and a 4l80e trans And definitely do the oil tube upgrade ! Right now I just add an extra qt in but really I don’t beat it up either ... love the truck ! Rides nice ! Looks nice!! And shits and gits what more can ya ask for 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
They’re overpriced because they are rare to find and if im not mistaken they were manufactured for only 3 years. Also the rwd is way more desirable than the awd
Mr Random Reviews srt comes with 425hp while the ss comes with 395hp and only 14k srts were made 2006-2010 and 24k tbss 2006-2008 if the mileage is low like 50k on that toss then it’s worth it
Donald J. Trump both trucks have their strengths and weaknesses. SRT8 is faster out the box than a TBSS, not to mention a decent 5-auto transmission. TBSS has access to massive aftermarket support options and the unbreakable 12 bolt rear end with 4.10 gears. One guy was making 1300rwhp through the stock rear end in his Turbo TBSS.
I am not even going to lie , I bought my trailblazer ss in may 2018 and your video popped up .. and now almost 3 years later I am going to watch it because I am no longer scared to what happens to my truck 😭😂 I’ve had it for almost 3 years now and it’s been great... I’ve only had to replace the transmission once and got it stolen once 🤣😅
I couldn't afford a trailblazer ss a few years ago... So I bought a Buick Rainier with a 5.3, it's a beast and it's only gonna get better when I bolt an LSA supercharger to it
I would love to have a late 1st gen colorado z71 4x4 with the 5.3 ls vortec v8 300hp and 320lbs torque on a small truck!!! Cant beat that combination!!
I owned one .... it was ok , nice to have the 6.0 when passing slow pokes in front of you. Had some issues (air ride suspension you didn’t mention) but it was nice for a minute.
I had a 06 TBSS and I loved it. The only issue I really had was the compressor. It would short out and in the morning I would come out to my garage to start it and it would be slammed on the ground in the rear. But overall it was a great whip.
It's funny to me how many Haters these Trucks have yet they are still on the road. Comparing Brand new Dodge/Jeep/Fiat brands to this is Hilarious! I work for Chrystler Jeep Fiat and see these regular on a Flatbed needing Expensive work. I'll keep my SS any day.
@@ThemReaper5 I agree I'm with you on that I've owned one for about six year and it's underrated all that's needed is a few mods to make it even more fun !
RobQc sorry late reply but we have the best SUV’s out right now look at all these boring suvs/cross overs coming out and compare them to what we have minus the srt Durango & jgc
My brother had one that he unfortunately lost in a divorce. I remember back in middle school I would constantly search for videos of the TBSS vs Jeep SRT videos.
They have a potent engine with a shit ton of potential. They're heavy vehicles too though, since you say fastest you've been in, I'd really like to know what all your friend did to his SS.
I saw this one time in a game and I loved it but when I saw it irl about a month ago I made it my very difficult goal to make this my very first vehicle that’s how much in love I am with it this or the Silverado ss
Anyone in the market for a TBSS should look for a Saab 9-7x Aero for a lot less money. You get a better looking sleeper with HIDs and a better interior as well. Plus they only made 621 total in 2008 and 2009. I love mine and love the reactions I get because people have no idea what it is.
The Aero is nice but it's not nearly as nice or cool looking as the SS. The interior on GM's were bland in those days so I could see the Aero having a much nicer interior.
Bought my Imperial Blue Metallic AWD brand new in 07 and immediately took it to track day in Sonoma - bone stock (but with borrowed track slicks all around) and it easily was doing 13.7's and 8's in the quarter. Added a supercharger, intake, PCM tune and replaced the exhaust with a freer-flowing SLP exhaust a few years later, and was pulling 12.8's all day. I absolutely love my TBSS, as a cruiser it drives smooth, but when the lead foot is put into it, it will not hold back. Looking to pick up an 08 or 09 very soon, this time in Red ;-)
@vintagelightman03 Slicks are just a personal preference for me - don't want to tear up my street tires and wheels during a weekend. I've got a nice 17" steel setup for when I hit the track. You are right about finding an 09 out there, they are few and far between. I see 08's are plenty to be had at or around $20k
my 96 fleetwood limousine (funeral coach) has the same engine as the corvette of that year with basically just a milder camshaft, 260hp instead of 300, still high on torque though
I want one I have a 4.2l and I love it but it handles like crap and the SS sorts that out apparently; my 4.2l can tow no problem until it comes time too stop and your expecting your brakes too last the rest of the week.
Its nothing new per se, the TBSS idea came from the 91-93' AWD GMC Typhoon. The Typhoon had a Turbocharged 4.3L V6...same bore and stroke as a 350 minute a couple pistons. Anyhow, I believe they made a GMC version of the TBSS. If so, that maybe something worth considering as people are more familiar with the Chevy TBSS.
I bought a 2wd tbss when I was 21. Rod bearings went out due to the crap oil pick up design. Rebuilt the motor then a month later the trans went out. But I loved it. But they're troublesome
what car is on the left there? (edit: I think its double parked) love the video so far though just had to pause and ask :D the traiblazer SS has been a dreamcar of mine for like 5-6 years now
I have a 2004 Chevy Trailblazer EXT LS with a 5.3 L naturally aspirated engine 7-passenger. Using the same engine and drivetrain as the Chevy Silverado built on a Chevy Colorado frame unlike the frame that's using the SS which is much weaker I have a solid truck frame. Buy 2010 when Chevrolet discontinued 7-passenger Trail Blazers in favor about the Chevy Traverse which later on have to be redesigned because the first generation of Chevy Traverse what's a soccer mom mobile. To add further insult after discontinuing the SS Trailblazer they took the Trailblazer badging and sent it overseas to Malaysia and elsewhere where that Trailblazer is a piece of garbage granted they did make one in a diesel but quite frankly I don't like it that's why I hang onto my 2004 Chevy Trailblazer EXT LS because it's much better built and the best part about it is it's very low cost to maintain aside from the issue with the 4 L 60 e transmission which had nothing but plastic junk in there which I modify by putting a bull Ripper transmission and it intercooler this vehicle is a beast and still running. I like today's SUVs that are nothing but a bunch of plastic and garbage that fall apart after 3 years look at Scotty Kilmer has video on the 6 worst SUVs not to buy or rather stupid people keep telling you to buy. With a few modifications of the current SS Trailblazer platform you can get the full potential of the Chevy engine a few modifications needed is the transmission and the oil pickup setup. Another thing I would add is a transmission cooler. If you look on TH-cam Bad Dream Makers on Scotty TV you'll see a SS Trailblazer that was totally re-engineer from the ground up what a supercharger installed a beautiful work of art olfactory look totally piped-in and Dyno tested it's a beast a beautiful winter Beast. However don't sleep on the Chevy Trailblazer in the right hands is re-engineered and it could be a beautiful off-roader
The high rise intake was to keep the torque down low for such a heavy vehicle......the intake wasn't designed strictly to be capable of handling the power.
I had a 4 speed auto 3rd gen Camaro and the thing would redline at under 100mph...why in 2006 would gm still be using a 4 speed...maybe I’m just ignorant
Randall Lane , i wouldn't say worthless. I bought a 1990 454ss with just under 14k on it in 2000 for $9500. Had the stock Turbo 400 tranny beefed up with a B&M shift kit. Had the heads milled & flowed. Had and used a 3 duce intake & carbs off a 1968 Chevy 427 (worked perfectly on this block and a old LS7 crate ), Roller Cam, Hedman Headers , Magnaflow Exhaust and for about $4k parts $1k labor it dyno at 503hp at the rear will. A few grand more with some Brodix heads it would be 700 easy. I put Big Whillwoods all the way around 22's another $3k. I loved it drove it 2 years sold it with just over 18k miles on it for $18k. Broke even and had alot of fun in it. And another person got a really nice fun truck with 500 dependable HP for under $20k and he actually still has it with about 30k miles on it. He put it on a dyno 2 years ago and it it hit 508 he had put fuel injection and new exhaust system on it. And even sold me my intake & carbs back.
But needed a supercharger to get those numbers. No naturally aspirated 4.6 reaches these numbers. I mean hell, the early models of the 4.6 didn't even achieve 300HP.
I would really like to have a rwd low mileage blue one. If i was well off that is. Because i wouldn't want it as a dailey driver (unless i was rich) cause I'd feel bad about putting alot of miles on it and just being exposed to the public to much: door dings, others in my ride, etc. And also if i could only have one or two $20-$25k toys i would go this route. But if money was basically no problem I'd love one of these. Especially if you could drop $15-$20k into it get it up to 580-630hp at the wheel, Temec 6sp, BIG brakes, little handling/suspension up grades. And still look bone stock. That would be a fun little ride.
@vintagelightman03 It does add a couple of hundred pounds, but when you launch from a dead stop, that weight is multiplied upon the rear wheels by taking it OFF of the front and reducing wheel spin which tremendously helps how fast you get to the end of the quarter mile! I've been doing that little trick for 33 years now, and it can shave (depending upon the vehicle/drivetrain/axle ratio/ and tire combo up to a second off of the quarter mile, because you can get more throttle to stick to the ground!
My dad gifted that car to me when I was 15 y/o but after using for 5 months the radiator broke down somehow till then I hated this car and changed to Chevy Caprice ss it's been 1 year and i am still rocking with ma badass
I love the video don’t get me wrong but why’s is it labeled before you buy? Seems to me it’s just an ss informational video. I’d think if it was a proper before you buy there would of been mentioned what to look out for as far as problem areas and so forth.
Those examples you used are far from stock. The first one from Vegas (maroon) was procharged. No knocking the SS but you are talking like that is stock example.
I've owned mine since I bought it brand new in 2007. I've loved it since day one... still got it, still love it.
What all have you replaced on it
@@rudygarcia9170 good question
Is it still running? Rn
Nice
I bought my Trailblazer SS about two years ago and absolutely love it. The weak transmission is a major issue along with a poorly designed oil pickup tube location. But once you fix those problem areas, you got the makings of a badass street truck.
Alex A very true
Alex A i have a 2006 trailblazer
SS just got back in July it had 54k miles awd every gadget, bell and whistle in it can u tell me some stuff about this beast I may not know about?
nicholas young I can certainly try. I have a RWD, but look at a AWD one for a brief moment. I can tell you the AWD version has the added issue of the front differential becoming a issue. At 54,xxx miles I would worry to much about until you get toward the 100k club. Also, having AWD can increase the chance of the 4l70(AWD launches can be addicting)taking a dump faster than on the RWD. So a good size transmission cooler and a slightly built transmission are a good investment.
These vehicles were built during a time with GM’s build quality varied from good to good enough. I know some owners who were making 500+ rwhp on a stock transmission and others would just sneeze in a stock TBSS and lose all their gears. I’ve got 146,xxx miles on the original trans with a CAI, headers, and street tune done. No issues at all.
As long as you are aware of the problem areas and avoid them. You might be able to avoid some expensive trips to the mechanic.
Alex A ok thank you very much and yes I am already addicted to the launches 😂do you have Instagram I can follow you on?
nicholas young yup it’s blazintbss
The best Bang for the buck mod is switching over to e-fans! Almost 25hp for around 300 to 500 depending on what parts you buy and labor.
I’ve had one for 10 years. It’s so much fun. All the power you will ever need in an suv
I love my 2008 TBSS AWD 3SS! Bought it new in '08 and as of September 1st, 2021... I'm almost at 38K mi on the ODO. It's had its first brake job less than a year ago. I don't drive much but, when I do, I enjoy every second of it. With the AWD, it's easy to beat everyone out of the hole. Light turns green, foot to the floor, no spin, just hook and launch. It's still bone stock at the moment but, I think of throwing a Maggie on it all the time for an easy extra 150hp. Best bang for the buck. If you're gonna get a TBSS, make sure it's AWD!
What’s a maggie
@@Deleteddddbd It's a Magnuson Supercharger. "Maggie" for short.
I have a 08 Ss awd she rips I wanna throw a lsa and a 4l80e trans
And definitely do the oil tube upgrade !
Right now I just add an extra qt in but really I don’t beat it up either ... love the truck ! Rides nice ! Looks nice!! And shits and gits what more can ya ask for 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
395 horse from factory 5 less because of the belt driven fan for towing. Damn I love my TBSS....
Good to know. I have a 06 with red.@vintagelightman03
Sorry RWD
I have an 06 2wd tbss. As soon as i swapped out the fan to electric i notkced a difference immediately
I was just looking at one the other day. They want almost 20 grand for it, too much money for any trail blazer regardless of the engine!
yea they are way over priced...for that much you can pick up a first gen cherokee srt8 that comes with 130 more HP
They’re overpriced because they are rare to find and if im not mistaken they were manufactured for only 3 years. Also the rwd is way more desirable than the awd
Mr Random Reviews srt comes with 425hp while the ss comes with 395hp and only 14k srts were made 2006-2010 and 24k tbss 2006-2008 if the mileage is low like 50k on that toss then it’s worth it
grim reaper but gm is more reliable than Mopar
Donald J. Trump both trucks have their strengths and weaknesses. SRT8 is faster out the box than a TBSS, not to mention a decent 5-auto transmission. TBSS has access to massive aftermarket support options and the unbreakable 12 bolt rear end with 4.10 gears. One guy was making 1300rwhp through the stock rear end in his Turbo TBSS.
I am not even going to lie , I bought my trailblazer ss in may 2018 and your video popped up .. and now almost 3 years later I am going to watch it because I am no longer scared to what happens to my truck 😭😂 I’ve had it for almost 3 years now and it’s been great... I’ve only had to replace the transmission once and got it stolen once 🤣😅
how much did it cost you to replace the transmition
Best family car investment I ever made 06 awd for 9k
I always see the RWD models. I live in the Carolinas so it's not like we NEED AWD or anything. No mountains by the beach and definitely no snow.
I couldn't afford a trailblazer ss a few years ago... So I bought a Buick Rainier with a 5.3, it's a beast and it's only gonna get better when I bolt an LSA supercharger to it
I would love to have a late 1st gen colorado z71 4x4 with the 5.3 ls vortec v8 300hp and 320lbs torque on a small truck!!! Cant beat that combination!!
Man I had a 5.3 rainier too. Shit blew up, I fuckin miss that thing so much! I keep trying to find a decent one but they're all clapped out now lol
I have an 08 red love the truck!! It’s thirsty though but since I work on it myself and have access to discounts on parts it balances out!!
I have the same one in red 3 ss with full exhaust my wife hates it I love it
bs ive smoked stock srt8s
I once saw one of these towing a 20 foot long boat and it blew my mind that someone would use such a powerful rig to do so.
I owned one .... it was ok , nice to have the 6.0 when passing slow pokes in front of you. Had some issues (air ride suspension you didn’t mention) but it was nice for a minute.
I had a 06 TBSS and I loved it. The only issue I really had was the compressor. It would short out and in the morning I would come out to my garage to start it and it would be slammed on the ground in the rear. But overall it was a great whip.
He sounds like he choked at 3:37 😂😂😂😂
😂😂😂😂😂😂
Lmfaooo
Can anybody stand this guys voice?
I bought my trailblazer ss a couple months ago, my kids and i love it lol its already wrapped as well
Holiday The Ssavage how is the drive? i own one but can’t drive it until my pass my driver test!! :(
It's funny to me how many Haters these Trucks have yet they are still on the road. Comparing Brand new Dodge/Jeep/Fiat brands to this is Hilarious! I work for Chrystler Jeep Fiat and see these regular on a Flatbed needing Expensive work. I'll keep my SS any day.
If i can find a clean one, this might be my next car..was thinking about getting an ls2 gto but i think ill take this over the gto
i was undecided about this suv. but thanks to this video i just bought mije today. I'm so happy :)
Thanks for mentioning my page in the video.
My boss has 2 of these and I love hearing it pull out of the lot
Don't forget you can get all of that power in an all will drive model of the trailblazer SS.
Do one on the impala SS
Yes 😎
That car would’ve been very good if it was rwd
94,95,96 Impala SS was RWD
@@Ericlmarwalker1 your joking right?? All 94-96 impala SS cars were RWD
But the 90s Impala SS because the 2000s Impala SS were shitting FWD
Damn gang your brain buffered at exactly 3:40 seconds into this video 😭
I get blessed with this car daily cause a man has one in my neighborhood
Very underrated and it's actually fun to drive too .
RobQc I hope it stays that way so I can buy one more before the value goes up
@@ThemReaper5 I agree I'm with you on that I've owned one for about six year and it's underrated all that's needed is a few mods to make it even more fun !
vintagelightman03 it doesn't launch good with a 4:10 tear end?
Really underrated those things can launch! Modded or not they're quick!
RobQc sorry late reply but we have the best SUV’s out right now look at all these boring suvs/cross overs coming out and compare them to what we have minus the srt Durango & jgc
My brother had one that he unfortunately lost in a divorce. I remember back in middle school I would constantly search for videos of the TBSS vs Jeep SRT videos.
Lambochaser the 2 best sport suvs ever made imo
Lambochaser yep I used to do the same exact thing
nicholas young I still do that and I’m 29
grim reaper FACTS
Lambochaser and srt 8 Jeep will dust it bro
I’ve wanted one for sooooo long
A buddy has a tbss and its literally the fastest vehicle I've ever been in idk what he's done to it
They have a potent engine with a shit ton of potential. They're heavy vehicles too though, since you say fastest you've been in, I'd really like to know what all your friend did to his SS.
I saw this one time in a game and I loved it but when I saw it irl about a month ago I made it my very difficult goal to make this my very first vehicle that’s how much in love I am with it this or the Silverado ss
Anyone in the market for a TBSS should look for a Saab 9-7x Aero for a lot less money. You get a better looking sleeper with HIDs and a better interior as well. Plus they only made 621 total in 2008 and 2009. I love mine and love the reactions I get because people have no idea what it is.
The Aero is nice but it's not nearly as nice or cool looking as the SS. The interior on GM's were bland in those days so I could see the Aero having a much nicer interior.
“Better looking”. Yeah right 😂
@@Prey521 it’s cooler and extremely rare only like 500 ever made
@@TooMuchJosh1 better looking more rare and better handling
Bought my Imperial Blue Metallic AWD brand new in 07 and immediately took it to track day in Sonoma - bone stock (but with borrowed track slicks all around) and it easily was doing 13.7's and 8's in the quarter. Added a supercharger, intake, PCM tune and replaced the exhaust with a freer-flowing SLP exhaust a few years later, and was pulling 12.8's all day. I absolutely love my TBSS, as a cruiser it drives smooth, but when the lead foot is put into it, it will not hold back. Looking to pick up an 08 or 09 very soon, this time in Red ;-)
@vintagelightman03 Slicks are just a personal preference for me - don't want to tear up my street tires and wheels during a weekend. I've got a nice 17" steel setup for when I hit the track. You are right about finding an 09 out there, they are few and far between. I see 08's are plenty to be had at or around $20k
my 96 fleetwood limousine (funeral coach) has the same engine as the corvette of that year with basically just a milder camshaft, 260hp instead of 300, still high on torque though
LMAO that voice you did!!! busted out laughing while watching in the office 😂😂
I'm buying 1 next year for sure....my friend should of never let me drive his!!!!
L.K. G-FORCE do u have it now?
@@yaaboiidanny1901 Yes I do all black!!!
@@313DETROIT Congrats bro that's goals right there, its crazy because your first comment says 1 year ago.
I want one!
Hard to find a clean one
3:36 = brain spasm💀
I know this video kinda old but any tips on finding where to buy one ?
My C7 Z06 has a Corvette engine too. Corvette engines are badass.
Which trans do they come with...
Before you buy a Geo Metro!
Vulcan Taurus Performance I own 2 of those😂😂
@@Obs.mingus I owned a '92 Storm LSI years ago. 😁
Best tires you recommend for my 2006 Chevy Trailblazer SS
Ive had the goodyears, hankooks and yokohamas… in my experience, the yokohama parade spec x have been the best.... to each their own...
I am subscribing mostly because the random hilarious burp and i love videos about cars/SUVs
What's wrong with 4:10 gears?
Ugh I want an SS so bad! But my 07 LT has been good to me but one day I'll get my hands on an SS!
Saab 9-7x aero is the same thing. Shhhh, the dealers don’t know.
Could you do one on the grand prix GXP or bonneville SSEI?
Could you do a before you buy a Monte Carlo SS? I saw a comment for the Impala but I believe the Monte Carlo looks way better. 06-07 with the 5.3.
Whats the difference from a trail blazer SS and a z71 ?
Do one on the 2014-2017 Chevy SS.
Only if its a manual
I want one I have a 4.2l and I love it but it handles like crap and the SS sorts that out apparently; my 4.2l can tow no problem until it comes time too stop and your expecting your brakes too last the rest of the week.
Well It got about 420 stock without the exhaust system. So we put a good exhaust on, tuned it, and it runs about 450
Liar
nope. cold air intake to@@MrKoritime
I am looking for one now to purchase for myself does anybody have one for sale?
anything is forsale @ the right price. I have one, It's white. excellent condition. In Georgia.
Grey and black looks sick
Its nothing new per se, the TBSS idea came from the 91-93' AWD GMC Typhoon. The Typhoon had a Turbocharged 4.3L V6...same bore and stroke as a 350 minute a couple pistons. Anyhow, I believe they made a GMC version of the TBSS. If so, that maybe something worth considering as people are more familiar with the Chevy TBSS.
GMC did not make a version of the TBSS.
I miss my TBSS so much!!
I want one now great vid
No purple minivan wheelstand clip?
what about the 2003-2006 silverado 1500 ss
A 4.10 rear in a V8 truck (Trailblazer has a full frame) is quite normal
Dope clip 💯 love my 3ss
TBSS is cool and all but I just cant do that interior... No the WK1 SRT8 is where it's at for this class!
Still looking for 2008 awd silver tbss🤤🤤
I bought a 2wd tbss when I was 21. Rod bearings went out due to the crap oil pick up design. Rebuilt the motor then a month later the trans went out. But I loved it. But they're troublesome
Does the Title have SS on the title?
I ordered an o6 rwd new got a tune an cold air from vector best is 13.48
what car is on the left there? (edit: I think its double parked) love the video so far though just had to pause and ask :D the traiblazer SS has been a dreamcar of mine for like 5-6 years now
I know this is a 4 year old yt video but I think it’s worth noting that this is actually a 6.0 iron block not a LS2 aluminum block.
What would a clean 2007 tbss awd with 130,000 miles on it be worth?
Where can you find ss I live in Memphis TN
I have one, It's white. excellent condition. In Georgia.
Discount Regular car reviews nice try
Thanks for explaining everything that everyone already knew about the TBSS
Guys im trynna buy one, is it worth it payin 8k for 07 ss with 140xxx
thats a good deal
3:36 did you have a stroke?
I have a 2004 Chevy Trailblazer EXT LS with a 5.3 L naturally aspirated engine 7-passenger. Using the same engine and drivetrain as the Chevy Silverado built on a Chevy Colorado frame unlike the frame that's using the SS which is much weaker I have a solid truck frame.
Buy 2010 when Chevrolet discontinued 7-passenger Trail Blazers in favor about the Chevy Traverse which later on have to be redesigned because the first generation of Chevy Traverse what's a soccer mom mobile. To add further insult after discontinuing the SS Trailblazer they took the Trailblazer badging and sent it overseas to Malaysia and elsewhere where that Trailblazer is a piece of garbage granted they did make one in a diesel but quite frankly I don't like it that's why I hang onto my 2004 Chevy Trailblazer EXT LS because it's much better built and the best part about it is it's very low cost to maintain aside from the issue with the 4 L 60 e transmission which had nothing but plastic junk in there which I modify by putting a bull Ripper transmission and it intercooler this vehicle is a beast and still running. I like today's SUVs that are nothing but a bunch of plastic and garbage that fall apart after 3 years look at Scotty Kilmer has video on the 6 worst SUVs not to buy or rather stupid people keep telling you to buy.
With a few modifications of the current SS Trailblazer platform you can get the full potential of the Chevy engine a few modifications needed is the transmission and the oil pickup setup. Another thing I would add is a transmission cooler. If you look on TH-cam Bad Dream Makers on Scotty TV you'll see a SS Trailblazer that was totally re-engineer from the ground up what a supercharger installed a beautiful work of art olfactory look totally piped-in and Dyno tested it's a beast a beautiful winter Beast. However don't sleep on the Chevy Trailblazer in the right hands is re-engineered and it could be a beautiful off-roader
Nice review guy. Keep them coming!
They got 410 because of 20 inch tires they got a. 9.5 rear end also
The high rise intake was to keep the torque down low for such a heavy vehicle......the intake wasn't designed strictly to be capable of handling the power.
I had a 4 speed auto 3rd gen Camaro and the thing would redline at under 100mph...why in 2006 would gm still be using a 4 speed...maybe I’m just ignorant
Always wondered why not the dual exhaust in the rear come on!
Saving up.to buy me on. I've wanted one since I seen it but could only afford the ls model lmfao
I remember the worthless 454 SS Truck that needed a high cliff to break a 14 second quarter, never seen this though.
😂😂😂
Yes "Worthless". Sounds good though.
Randall Lane u been sleeping LMAO
Randall Lane , i wouldn't say worthless. I bought a 1990 454ss with just under 14k on it in 2000 for $9500. Had the stock Turbo 400 tranny beefed up with a B&M shift kit. Had the heads milled & flowed. Had and used a 3 duce intake & carbs off a 1968 Chevy 427 (worked perfectly on this block and a old LS7 crate ), Roller Cam, Hedman Headers , Magnaflow Exhaust and for about $4k parts $1k labor it dyno at 503hp at the rear will. A few grand more with some Brodix heads it would be 700 easy. I put Big Whillwoods all the way around 22's another $3k.
I loved it drove it 2 years sold it with just over 18k miles on it for $18k. Broke even and had alot of fun in it. And another person got a really nice fun truck with 500 dependable HP for under $20k and he actually still has it with about 30k miles on it. He put it on a dyno 2 years ago and it it hit 508 he had put fuel injection and new exhaust system on it. And even sold me my intake & carbs back.
Saul Goodman they are classic trucks.... They getting harder to find too.
I need one .. how I can buy it
But the terminators used a 4.6. And actually had more than 390 because they could put down 360 rwhp stock
But needed a supercharger to get those numbers. No naturally aspirated 4.6 reaches these numbers. I mean hell, the early models of the 4.6 didn't even achieve 300HP.
I would really like to have a rwd low mileage blue one. If i was well off that is. Because i wouldn't want it as a dailey driver (unless i was rich) cause I'd feel bad about putting alot of miles on it and just being exposed to the public to much: door dings, others in my ride, etc.
And also if i could only have one or two $20-$25k toys i would go this route. But if money was basically no problem I'd love one of these. Especially if you could drop $15-$20k into it get it up to 580-630hp at the wheel, Temec 6sp, BIG brakes, little handling/suspension up grades. And still look bone stock. That would be a fun little ride.
Wonder what he thinks about jeeps trackhawk
What you think about the silverado ss?
@vintagelightman03 It just needed a few sacks of cement mix laid up against the tailgate to hold it's light weight ass to the ground!
@vintagelightman03 It does add a couple of hundred pounds, but when you launch from a dead stop, that weight is multiplied upon the rear wheels by taking it OFF of the front and reducing wheel spin which tremendously helps how fast you get to the end of the quarter mile! I've been doing that little trick for 33 years now, and it can shave (depending upon the vehicle/drivetrain/axle ratio/ and tire combo up to a second off of the quarter mile, because you can get more throttle to stick to the ground!
@vintagelightman03 Three bags of concrete mix in the trunk was how my IROC camaro beat many POS ford mustang gt's in the early and mid 1990's! :)
Wait they came in AWD? My dad had an 06 when I was in high school and we always said AWD would make it better.
yep
1:49 -2:00 is what got you a sub 😂
Mommas grocery getter has a fucking corvette engine 🤣
My dad gifted that car to me when I was 15 y/o but after using for 5 months the radiator broke down somehow till then I hated this car and changed to Chevy Caprice ss it's been 1 year and i am still rocking with ma badass
Cyberslated your one stupid bitch lmao
0:44 to 0:57 best part ayeee
Would it be a good idea to buy this vehicle if I live in Quebec. We get some serious snow up here.
It's all wheel drive I believe it would be fine and fun.
@@357coonan9 thanks
Maaan I'm saving my money for this bad boy
Stock for stock SRT8 Cherokee still beats it but im a Chevy guy from heart will always love my tbss
IF you can keep the engine together in the cherokee! They are known for grenading!
I love the video don’t get me wrong but why’s is it labeled before you buy? Seems to me it’s just an ss informational video. I’d think if it was a proper before you buy there would of been mentioned what to look out for as far as problem areas and so forth.
Those examples you used are far from stock. The first one from Vegas (maroon) was procharged. No knocking the SS but you are talking like that is stock example.
Wasnt the LS2 exclusively to the C5?
No, 05-06 GTO had an LS2
Hermosa camioneta, son muy buenas para toda la vida.
I always loved these and never understood why it discontinued. Dodge fired back with the Grand Cherokee and GM could have been dominating the class.
And the cherokee doesn't have the T'blazer's superior frame!
Poor sales.. I've an 06 and I love it.. dropped about 20k into so far, but suspension issues have plagued me since I've gotten it
This was a hilarious review 😂