Should you buy a 07-13 model silverado?
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- A quick walk around of my truck where I tell you my thoughts after owning it for a year. I’ll cover some of the positives and negatives as well as some future upgrades.
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My son inherited my 13 when I got a 17. Both are 5.3 engines The 13 is a much better engine and ride, we both agree.
You should sell your 17 and get a 13 then. Save you some money, win win!
I'm still running my 02 Silverado ext cab long bed Z71 4x4. Paint, body and interior are in great shape. Engine was leaking oil at the rear main seal and I had low oil pressure. It has 348k miles on the original motor and transmission. I was considering getting rid of it but with the current prices of new and used cars, I thought it might be worth it to get the work done. 250k of the miles came in a 3 year period between 2017-2019, and are mostly highway, so I figured the motor was still good. I decided to spend the money and get the rear seal replaced and had the oil pump replaced at the same time. WOW am I glad that I did. It runs so good with 348k on it that it's scary. Even the GM lifter tap is gone after it warms up. FIX EM, DON'T SELL EM. Screw the dealers and these crazy prices.
Just bought me a 2008 chevy silverado has oil leak but I prefer to fix this instead of buying crazy ass high prices on cars 🚗 😤
True 👍
Great video. Looking at getting one of these to pull a small trailer and this was a great help!
My Mom's 2007 Tahoe LTZ has over 268,000 mile on it still going strong. Original engine and transmission.
Just bought a 2013 about 3 week now love it rides really nice and also have the 5.3
Bought my 2008 single cab 4.3V6 brand new, transmission still shifts smoothly engine is still smooth and quiet. Have fixed or replaced small things had defective coolant line replaced engine coolant sensor, replaced valve vent solenoid as well as gas cap and thermostat but that's about it, absolutely no mechanical issues. Use it as my daily and will keep it till the wheels fall off...great truck.
have a 2012 silverado 4x4 ex. cab, had truck for 6 years, never let me sit, put over 46000 miles on it 4.8 litre with NO afm , love this super reliable truck, work truck edition
Nice truck. I've got a 2012 1500 WT with the small doors in back so extended cab I guess. Mine is black and I love it. 286k miles and running like new no joke.
i hope this is true, just picked one up with 36k miles. same year
Thanks for sharing, I to have a 2012 gmc sierra extended cab tho also black so I love to hear these trucks making it to the high mileage
Any problems ever with that active fuel system?
Get the range technology to turn off afm
Nice reveal dude I had mine for a year. Been real good to me
I also disabled the v4 mode with the range technology
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I bought a 11 sierra last year and despite a few issues with it, it runs well and sounds great
I got a 08 and I like it alot.
I own a 13’ 1500 LT Crew Cab and I must say it’s the best all around truck. Super reliable it’s ridiculous. 115k and pulls like new, interior is all leather and in great shape and it’s all black but tastefully done. Wish i got 4x4 only “complaint”
Good Truck I changed all relays and got even better
Changed all your relays for what purpose? Just curious
I have a 2013 z71 crew cab. Every mod you made I ironically did as well when I got mine 4 years ago. I did however upgrade the brakes to the powerstop tow package. My bed is lined by LineX. I think my best upgrade was the brakes. When you have a load they don't hardly fade at all.
Was it expensive to do that brake upgrade? I don’t tow very often, but when I do, it’s pretty heavy.
It's really just a preference. I like my truck to stop like my car.
@@dfoutdoors3623 Not expensive. Just the front was about 488$.
Hell yea nice truck I have a 2012 Silverado LT too and I love it I put flow master on mine and it’s not too loud it’s just right
Put an oil catch can on it. I did one on my 2013 and it’s amazing how much it smoothed out the idle and it’s amazing how much it catches coming out of the pcv valve
Had mine for a while 175000 on mine got it reasonable due to blown motor. Good truck
I put the Rough Country 2" leveling kit on my 2011 Silverado Z71 and it made a world of difference in how the truck looks and feels. I also have a Cherry Bomb Glasspack which gives it a good sound, but not too loud
I bought the leveling struts from rc. Running 285 70 17. Made a big difference in looks. Also put the rc intake on for kicks.
Giddy up! Now getter tuned!!!
O and take the gauges out the screw behind the gauges on the top left that holds the dash on. Part of the harness gets cut on the scew. All 3 trucks I had did that to. If it helps yall
Have you any videos
I just bought a used 2010 Silverado 1500 LTZ. It's got almost 200,000 miles but the price was really good so I went and looked at it. The owner claimed it was a 5.3L in his ad but, when I looked at the RPO codes, it's an L9H truck; non-AFM 6.2L. I couldn't get to the bank fast enough lol.
Brother, this comment helped me a good deal. Thank you a lot!
If you live around where the roads are salted , the rocker panels and rear fenders are prone to rust. Transmissions generally fail around 200000 miles. A complete fluid change is due around d 100000 miles. I have 125000 on my 2011 it has been a reliable low maintenance truck.
One of my co-worker is married to a former technical advisor for K&N. Over dinner one night he fessed up to the fact that K&N's air induction systems were pretty much hogwash. Without additional extensive and expensive modifications and engine retuning the improvement in performance was so small as to be undetectable. Save your money and don't fall for bullshit marketing. And yes, it does make the engine sound different but that doesn't translate to horsepower at the rear tires.
Very true. They do state on their Dyno test sheets that only 20ish hp is gained at 4500 rpm, which is pretty negligible but they hype it like it’s gonna make your car a drag car. I do have my truck tuned and plan on adding a more free flowing exhaust in the future, so those two things will help. Thanks for watching and commenting!
@@dfoutdoors3623 No problem, I don't want to be a turd in the punch bowl but so many people watch online videos and then spend their hard earned cash on snake oil. I spent most of my career as dyno test operator doing research and development on 2000 hp and up industrial engines. Thinking that a shade tree mechanic can out engineer the manufacturers is a steep hill to climb. Doubling the horse power of most automotive engines will typically reduce the engine life by as much as 2/3rds. And for what? Being able to squeal your tires leaving a stop light.
People no this. Its more for looks than anything. I bought the rc intake. Basically a copy of the kn for 200 less
@@kc8653 😂 More for looks? How many people drive with the hood off. I only lift my hood to check fluids and maintenance. Not worth $200
@@lockman004 I look are it differently. I got the diablosport tuner and disabled AFM on my 2014 Silverado right away. I want to fend off valve problems as long as possible. I also went with the 87 octane retune because I'm not going to spend the $5/gal it takes to use premium (it's only going to go much higher now). I also plan to get the 2 inch leveler kit and a cold air intake. I'm not doing this for vanity/looks or sound, I'm doing it to solve problems. AFM increases gas mileage a little on the highway (mostly). Disabling it loses you maybe 2 mpg. I installed a throttle body spacer which is supposed to boost HP very modestly (maybe 5 hp?) BUT also improve gas mileage a bit too. The cold air air intake will give me maybe 10 HP and a few more lbs of torque BUT also improved gas mileage of a few mpg. The 2 inch leveler will reduce mpg itself but I want that 2 inches extra ground clearance up front - last snowstorm in my area dumped snow that was above the bottom of the air dam on the front of my truck with the lower front end. No like, but that "rake" to the stock truck (lowered front end) was done to improve mpg. Raising the truck reduces mpg. I'm hoping that between the small mods of throttle body spacer, cold air intake, tune from the diablosport, 2 inch leveler, and disabled AFM that my mpg will not change much at all, maybe even get slightly better, while also slightly improving the performance of my truck. I'm not trying to sound, or act, like a street racer here.
A exhaust tip would look nice!
Bought a 2009 Silverado crew cab paid cash for it 14k loving it a lot
bronze LOOKS GREAT
2007 Silverado 4 door. Love the truck but the back doors locks are always malfunctioning. The back ones haven’t been open for a year. The front ones have messed up too but not in awhile.
Hey brother if you want better throttle response more than what you already have and a slight tweak and Power add a throttle body spacer. And yes they make a noticeable difference
In general most people don’t think they do much, but I’ve heard a lot of guys say they make a difference in these trucks. What spacer are you running?
Also if you add a throttle response controller the Active fuel management system isn’t noticeable. Never bothered me i just make sure the oil has dexos and it’s been just fine.
I have the same truck. Those are not stock tires, but the wheels are. Bought it new and now has 121,000 miles.
I did most things you did to my '13 Silverado 1500. Best thing was the AFM disable and tune. I suggest you install an oil catch can because the PCV for mine isn't a valve at all but straight pipe from the vent into the intake. Mine also did not have a cabin filter so I installed a kit I got off Amazon; wasn't hard else it will destroy your HVAC. GM getting waaaaay to cheap to save a dollar so this would be my last one . I do love having it otherwise.
Turning off AFM and tuning makes such a big difference for these trucks! Worth the money for sure! I have installed both an oil catch can and the cabin air filter since I made this video, and they have been great upgrades! I have a video of my catch can install on the channel.
@@dfoutdoors3623 Then we have the same trucks except you have larger back door! Thanks for the good, no-nonsense video. Take care.
I’m going to be adding a magnaflow cat-back exhaust in the near future, so be watching for that 😎
@@SummerSanityOver70 Hey Charles, I'm looking at buying a 2010 Silverado Ext Cab LT Z71 4x4. I'm scared about what I've read about the active fuel management and pro lems associated with it, such as the rollers on the crank... so I'm asking for any advice in advance? Thanks
@@dfoutdoors3623 hey buddy, great video. I'm looking at buying a nice 2010 Ext Cab LT Z71 5.3L 4x4. But, I'm scared, because of what I've read about the Active fuel management system & what problems you could have associated with it. Looking for advice, and what to have done to it if I do buy the truck. Thank you.
I've got the same truck same color and everything. 80k miles and rust on the wheel well so looks like some upgrades myself. Will be taking the factory air cleaner out. If you could send me links for the chip and k&n that would be great.
Mine eats up headlight harness connector melts one about every 6 months . Stocked up on them easy enough to solder a new one on. Door actuators are starting to go as well. Other than that been a good truck.
You need to change out the harness
I have same issue
I did the Same to my 2008 with Duel exhaust, 6" Lift and all I Burn is E85, What a Difference! @DF Outdoors
I have about the same truck. It's a 11' extended cab 5.3l. I rebuilt the engine and trans after the AFM failed. Used a 6.2l VVL cam, 50lb injectors, wired in flex fuel sensor and installed a 78mm turbo. Now it's a good truck. Honestly if I ever bought a 07-13 5.3l I would get the AFM crap out of it ASAP, they are all ticking time bombs. (get it ticking like the lifters)
Awesome! Sounds like a great ride. I have my afm disabled with a tuner, so no worries there.
@@dfoutdoors3623what tuner should I use I want to save my truck
@@youngsoulja9557 I have a Diablo intune I3 tuner
@@dfoutdoors3623 Disabling is not an option in Qatar. It will fail inspection.
@@youngsoulja9557 DO NOT USE A TUNER. Change the oil properly.
I have a 2013 LT. The afm malfunctioned at 129000 mi. So I decided to pull the whole engine down for inspection. I deleted the afm(new cam, performance lifters, valley cover). The main and rod bearings looked bran new. The cylinders still had cross hatch in them. The o ly thing questionable was the oiler rings were carbon coated pretty bad. So I re-ringed it. Freshened up the the crosshatch, new bearings all around(even though it didn't need them). All new seals and gaskets. Timing gears and chain were in great shape. 👍 all in all, it was in pretty good shape for me using it to pull 7500 lbs most weekends of the summer as well as wheel it mildly. I expected it to be more worn than it was. I put a big trans cooler on it which made night and day difference with trans temp. A 2 5" leveling kit. I've had it for 4 years with no other trouble. So other than the afm, the engine can handle regular mild abuse in my opinion. 👍👍 It's the best half ton truck I've ever had. I like it so much that I've decided it's my keeper truck. I put a 17500 lb winch on it last week and plan to give it 6" or so of lift next fall.
Awesome! Mine is at 118000 right now and it’s nice knowing that these engines hold up well. My only real problem with it right now is I have a pinion bearing going out.
Good video! Can you do a video on your Diablo tuner.
I’m looking to buy a 13 right now
2011 Sierra z71 all terrain
Only drive in M 5
78k miles optioned out
Perfect
Nice! I used to drive in m5 all the time to keep afm/dod off. Then I got a tuner and disabled it altogether.
Why didn’t GM put a light under the hood ? I put an aftermarket one on mine.
I have a 2008 Chevy Silverado, it’s a great truck ! I have 98000 miles . It has a 6.2 liter engine and I have never had a problem with it !
Nice! Having the 6.2 sounds nice seems like it would have a lot more power
The 6.2 didnt have afm. Good choice
Maybe add a link to the tuner you installed. Just bought a 07 with a 4.8. Seems really nice so far only had the truck 4 days.
www.diablosport.com/shop/intune-i3-for-gm-platinum-1.html?SID=beck32m99r0q8ni57s1qfl9sd0
This is the one I bought. They’re kinda pricey, but they have a lot of versatility and are easy to use. When I tuned my truck I picked the most aggressive tune that you can choose in the menu and I also modified other parameter like AFM and idle speed. It made a big difference in how the truck performs. Thanks for watching my video. 👍
As far as the shifting issue did the truck ever bog out on hills till you floored it anf also when you slam the gas anf it shifts at high rpms did it ever like jump forward when it would shift
It's a great truck, although it loves to drink synthetic oil. Yes, oil catch can is a must, it also likes Seafoam and BG additives.
mine never has
but is 4.8 and dont have afm
@@garyshelor1396 mine a 4.8
The flowmaster 40 series has a nice deep sound , stay away from the super 10 it’s lauder but more for a sport car .
Using these 93 octane tune requires you to actually use 93 octane premium gas? Or does it work also with regular but give a better performance tune?
Ya fix the wire in the wire harness that goes from in the truck to the out side and your good. Had 3 and the same thing on every one. Makes different things work not work. You fix that and you're golden. But I'm crazy lol
What wire? Where is it located?
@@dfoutdoors3623 the harness that comes in the trunk under the dash you may have to poke around, I had 3 different trucks 3 different wires. And right under dash by the parking brake. There is a yellow plug with 4 wires, the plug end going up start moving it around as you drive 2 different trucks. One off the 4 wires was broken on the inside. After I moved it around my truck started cutting in and out. I found a bad brown wire. And take the instrument panel out. And they is screws behind it there's on on the top left remove it, because the wires go over it and starts rubbing it.
Get one had mine for 14 years 215 miles
Just bought a 2010 crew cab LT 5.3 130 k miles for 4 grand from
A friend
I have the 2012 silverado ltz crew cab I have cold air intake and had to take it off I get a lean code but I just bought the same tuner I would appreciate it if you can tell me what exact tune you installed I have the touch screen stereo anyhow ltz has all gm offered great truck
Had any major repairs or issues from it?
Air bag problem could reinstall afm,why im afraid to do it! If they mess with the computer?
Best thing to do is to buy the chip that keeps the engine running on all 8 cylinders all the time, so you don't ruin the lifters.
I just use a tuner to disable it 👍
Delete the AFM/DFM on the 5.3s by switching the intakes with a 4.8 of the same year. You won't have ANY issues with lifter failure.
You must be trying to keep the inside clean for the next guy right??
I recommend the 4.8 in that generation
Yup a reliable non afm engine
Do you have the death wobble over 60mph?
replaced the fuel pump on my 2011 chevrolet silverado 1500 ls it runs for about 30 mins then i gotta let it rest before driving again any suggestions i do not know much about trucks
What about a 2013 6.2 6 speed? Are those solid motors?
I bought a week ago a 2013 4x2 with only 109K miles, looks, and ride like new. I also dislike the fuel system management, what I do is, I drive the truck in M (manual) 5th gear and the system doesn't kick in, by doing that, M-5TH gear, is always on V8 mode and feels like a different truck all together.
I bought a 2009 WT 4x4 model just over 7 months ago. I haven’t even put 10 000kms on it. (Bought at 233kms it’s at 240kms). Worst purchase ever. The front end has been nothing but problems. Leaks just about everything. Brakes failed needed new master and booster. Maybe it’s a lemon but something to look out for
6 or 8 cyl?
Nicer than my 05 !!! lol
I’m thinking of getting almost an identical truck - how does it tow? I would be using it for boat and RV towing.
I don’t do much towing other than a tool trailer for work. It pulls that trailer well, but I can’t really speak about boat/RV towing. My dad has an identical truck to mine, but his came with a factory installed trailer brake controller that he says really helps with heavier loads.
Fix that wire and all the clunking noise and crazy shifting will stop. The hole that the harness goes through to the out side of the truck slowly cuts the wires because off sharp edges.
I’m intrigued. What wire are you taking about?
How’s the fuel economy?
GM greatest engine i just had a Denali sierra 2023 and the Engine bearings broke and guaranteed hate LT engines I went and buy a 2012 silverado again just because it has a LS engine never had problems wen i used too have LS engine on my trucks
Yes, should but one.
Where’d you get the seat covers and are they comfy?
I just bought them off of Amazon. They don’t really add or detract from the comfort of the seat itself. I just really like them for their durability and protection.
There are a lot of different seat configurations to choose from when ordering so it’s important to select the right ones.
I just ordered a Rough Country neoprene set for my 2013 1500. Couple hundred cheaper than Wet Okole or other top brands
@@paulparks4780 Nice! Seat covers are a must for me. Even if you don’t use your truck for work, it’s nice knowing your seats are protected.
I have a 2012 Chevy Silverado and put a 2inch leveling kit on it .it will make it look a lot better 👍👍😎
The 2” leveling kit is high on my priority list 👍 which brand did you choose for the kit?
I got the kind that goes on the bottom of the strut from American truck for the last 6 years with no problem. 😎
How are these with mpg ?
I've got a 2011, 1500, 4x4. Completely stock except for a K+N air filter, with 64,800 miles.No towing or heavy hauling.My driving is 95% on twisty back roads, and in a small town, 5% hi-way. My all around average is 16.2 mpg.
Any update on the truck? Mileage, needed repairs?
Glad you asked. It’s been a heck of a year… lot of life happened and I haven’t been able to upload as much as I should. I’m gonna try to make an update video in the near future. I’ve added a few mods, done some minor repairs (and a major one 😭). Stay tuned!
@@dfoutdoors3623 Completely understand my man! It has been a very challenging year for me too! I'm looking to pick up a 2008 Vortec Max 1500 tomorrow, and watched some of your vids for ideas. I'm considering doing some videos of my truck too. Looking forward for more from you man!
What exactly is the “max vortec”? I’ve seen it on a few trucks, but I don’t know what makes it different from a regular vortec 🤷♂️
@@dfoutdoors3623 The Vortec Max is the 6.0L motor and heavier duty transmission from the 2500HD, on the 1500 chassis. It has a slightly higher end suspension and tow package. The advantage was more towing capacity, with the smoother ride of the 1500. The one I'm getting is an LT, with the Z71 package.
Start her up I wanna hear 👂
how do you keep the afs from causing damage?
I have afm disabled with my tuner. It keeps it in v8 mode all the time.
@@dfoutdoors3623 was the tune hard to install?
@@draperwebb1770 no, it’s a handheld device that plugs into the obd2 port and has a lot of cool functions. Different tunes to choose from and parameters to customize. My tuner is a Diablo sport intune i3.
@@dfoutdoors3623 if you use the range arm disabled does it go into effect right away? Do you have to do anything else to it? I have almost the exact truck as yours except mine is a extended cab. 202000 miles and runs great. Hate the afm
I have a 2013 Silverado LT Z71 and it is the biggest hunk of crap I have ever owned. DO NOT buy one. it goes through motor mounts, wheel bearings, tie rod ends, ball joints, it burns oil, loses anti freeze, and wont hold an alignment. now its also having a front end issue that is causing me more nightmares. Also my body control module is crapping out. I have literally spent thousands trying to keep this hunk of $#1t running. For a ten year old truck with 360k miles it has far too many issues. I should have bought a square body.
Should I buy a 2011 Chevy Silverado lt great shape just wasnt sure how long this truck will last me
I think they are really good trucks and can even be great trucks with a few minor modifications like getting a tuner to add horsepower etc. as with buying any used vehicle i strongly recommend having a qualified mechanic give it a thorough inspection. It’s always nice to see the service records from the previous owner too.
@@dfoutdoors3623 definetly it’s super clean like no rust seems to be really well taken care of has a 7 inch lift nice tires hard to find a truck with low miles or cheap
I have a 11 LT extended cab, 5.3L, put on front struts and ball joints @ 150,000 miles costs $500 did it myself. Recall on airbag. Beware the shift cable comes off when the bushing gets bad, mine came off when I was putting it in park except the transmission was still in reverse. Be safe check that it's in park, won't start until transmission is in park. I do like the truck, runs and shifts great.
Save your money for transmission rebuild. It will most likely need it.
thank you for that info🙏🏿💪🏿😮💨. really saving up to get one. even with the horrible prices
And save up for a paint job. I have 2011 extended cab Z71 4x4 & the paint is flying off the cab. I'm pissed! Buy a Toyota & save yourself some grief. Chevy needs to find themselves a new road!
Check out my blue 2013
Good looking ltz! Let me know know how those headlights do long term.
@@dfoutdoors3623 thanks
I love my 2012 gmc sierra 🍻 im gonna keep it forever i want to be buried in it
*Heavy Breathing
Asthma lol
Hey you can have the full officiency deactivated
That’s the best year chevy make good engines before the make that direct inyección shit
The 6L80 is a POS!
Junk, buy a toyota much better more reliable truck.
You aren’t towing anything nor do you have a box
@@ImaYamtoyota is the only way. My parents just paid off their 2013 silverado and of fucking course it's falling apart now. All they needed to do was get a toyota..