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HEY Scotty, I need a new engine for my 2012 chevy cruze. Can I get a ATK remanufactured engine? Like for the 1998 thru 2003 chevy Tahoe, suburban ect. The tech said I won't fit with my electronics but can i just use a carburetor and ignore the electronics? I can't afford a new vehicle and chevy can't keep any engines in stock and their repair techs are not knowledgeable. Please help when you can.
@@dirtymikentheboys5817 You need the exact year and type for your Cruze. Good luck doing a carb swap. Chevy resistance type wasted spark ignition would be a nightmare trying to make a drive by wire throttle body work with a carb. MSD used to sell a distributor for the 2.2, 2.0 ecotec. Good luck finding one. SWAPPING different type engine? The repair techs know this is a waste of time. Jasper Engines if you don't want ATK.
@@fromthebackofmymind Why, is this engine so difficult for techs to handle? Why are parts so rare? Why can't i do a throttle by wire system,? Are the electronics embedded in the engine? Why do I need the same exact year? A 2012 vehicle can't use a 2014 chevy cruze( if you can find it) engine? I just don't get why mechanic can't fix it correctly. Thanks I'll look into jasper engines.
We have an 09 loaded up in great condition, that we got for 11K, 3 years ago. I love it! Runs great, and hardly have had any problems with it. Thanks Scotty!
I am the original owner of a 2002 8.1 liter avalanche 2500. It has carried everything from 3 kids, loads of gravel, 8 ft sheets of plywood etc. Through the harshest weather from 120 degrees to subzero temperatures. Best truck I've ever owned. ❤💜
I do believe they're still putting the belt drive on the 3.5 liter Honda I just did it 120,000 k I think it's supposed to be $140 but I just got it done just for the hell of it I love the 3.5 L in my 2008 Honda Accord but you shouldn't drive any more than 160,000 K with that timing belt before you get the kit installed it's about $900 Canadian to get that done
I just bought a 2002 Chevy avalanche and it has some problems and I haven't had the time or nor the money to get anything fixed on it except changing the oil with some Lucas oil treatment but so far is running just fine all except for the O2 sensors has the check engine light on but as far as anything else is running just fine ....
My 2007 Chevy Avalanche made it to 381,000 miles before it gave me transmission issues. I bought it with 67,000 miles in 2016. It’s been on of the best vehicles I’ve ever bought.
I have the 04 avalanche Z71 package 288k miles...😂 I ❤️ bubba blue... $14k 10yrs ago and he's still going. I've rebuilt so much of him but like he said it's so easy to fix. My mechanic does the hard stuff I don't have tools or knowledge to do and he even jokes how much I must love this truck.
Avalanche is a big unsung hero. The early 2000 Chevys are solid for their truck/SUVs with those Vortec V8s. I still have my 2000 Silverado 5.3 V8 Z71 LT 4x4 Extended Cab. May have shoddy plastic interior and the notorious wearing of the driver seat ridge by door but runs like a clock and never leaves me stranded. Got it from a Marine in like 2008 getting deployed for $5100.00. 4x4 works (even has Auto 4wd), transmission shifts smooth, and best of all it's paid off.
The avalanche was a victim of its marketing. No one knew what it was, or why anything about it made sense. What really amazes people when i haul anything with mine is that you can haul a load requiring the midgate dropped, such as lumber or sheetrock, and still have a sealed cabin as you dont actually have to take the window out to drop the midgate. Its very versatile.
And they are literally everywhere here in Texas! We have loved our 04, 05, & 2013 Avalanches. They are great trucks & family haulers as well. Super smooth like a Suburban.
I'm 58 and my wife and I are VERY worried about our future, gas and food prices rising daily. We have had our savings dwindle with the cost of living into the stratosphere, we are finding it impossible to replace it. We can get by, but cant seem to get ahead. My condolences to anyone retiring in this crisis, 40years nonstop just for a crooked system to take all you worked for
Mate I live in New Zealand just retired can easily live on the pension, house paid off, I go fishing every week stay in my little trailer with annexe at the beach, got my own boat. Life is good. Good luck
Hey - I've been hearing about Richard for a long time now. Started during the pandemic and I've heard of how accurate his signals is.. I really do appreciate hearing your advice and feel that it is genuine
who is your coach if this is not too much i'm asking? I've been looking into advisors lately myself, my retirement plans are going down the drain, my 401k has particularly lost everything gained since 2019
These early 2000’s Chevys were so solid built. My dad had a 2004 Suburban and I drove it everyday in high school. It needed a new transmission at 220k miles but other than that, it never had any problems.
My wife still drives an 01 Tahoe with almost 310k on it, still runs strong on the trans I put in a few years ago. Then they ruined these marvelous 5.3s with AFM and reliability went to pot.
I love my 07 avalanche,bought used in great condition. Currently at 130k miles ,has never had a serious issue. She eats oil fairly quickly when im towing,but who careeees. One of the best decisions ive ever made in a life heavy with mistakes haha.
I have a 2002 5.3 bought it for $1,900 at 240,000 miles. I’m at 280,000 now and it’s going strong with some occasional small fixes. These things are mule horses.
Everytime i see a new Scotty video im excited because all he does is speak facts into existence.Ive started fixing cars and everything ive learned is because of scotty.👍
I own a '04 avalanche as well. 175,000 miles on it, and still runs great. I have the undercarriage rust problem, but being that I live in New York, it's expected.
The only thing is that the 2002 to 2005 are better than the 2006 and later. In 2008, they switched platforms and the engine had this horrible fuel shutoff scheme that caused massive oil leaks. I want a 2004 or 2005 if I get another.
If it was a truck you thought you wanted then Definitely get one! My first one was a gift. I drove it for over a decade kept it an bought another one a few years ago. Unfortunately my first one was stolen earlier this year. I’m still pretty pissed off about that. But they’re great trucks! Just make sure you check for rusty frames!
Currently have an 04 avalanche. Still in amazing shape. Paint intact and original interior. I love my avalanche. I do have the Z66 2WD version, but honestly the only place I have ever missed 4WD is at the beach. I do wish I had the Z71 since I am keeping it until it dies. It just turned 200K last week. I have a couple small issues with the PCV Vent Valve and I am replacing the wheel hub this weekend, but overall, this thing is rock solid.
My 2004 Chevy Avalanche Z66 is still running like a champ at 174K miles. I bought it new 18+ years ago. I replaced the transmission with a rebuilt one at 149K miles and that was the only major repair done. I change the oil regularly and replace the tires and shocks when needed. A great truck!
My '02 Avalanche is still a daily driver. 338,000 miles on original 5.3 and tranny. Z71. Still runs like new. Maintenance is everything. I'll keep it till it dies
Just got mine early this year. 06 with 113k on it Edit* Scotty forgot to mention the built in compartments over the rear wheels. Can use them to store tools or as a cooler (they have drains)
Depending on where you live, the prices will definitely vary. I picked up a good one in CA for $8k, that was the lowest I could find it. Ironically enough it was in better condition than the higher priced ones I looked at.
I've been saying since I found Scotty that 99 to '06 Chevy full size trucks and SUVs are the greatest ones ever made, especially the half ton everyday driver truck knock around truck. They make the best one from 1973 all the way to 2006 and my picture is a Ford symbol so that says a lot
@@oreally8605 Well yes. 5200lb half ton is thirsty. My Ram got 11mpg in the city with the 273cid sohc engine. 1hp per cubic inch in any half ton and leave it alone. Plenty. We often towed 3,000 to 8,000lb so it held up pretty good for eight years.
@@BuiltDifferent13 Guys are beginning to salivate on all the 3.8V6's starting to accumulate in the yards. The new smallblocks for costly fuel. Best check for used pickup is no rust out under passenger floor from clogged A/C drain. Ford, Dodge and Chevy.
The Chevrolet Avalanche is one of the best trucks that GM has ever made in history, the older ones from 2002 to 2006. It is also similar to the 2003 to 2006 Cadillac Escalade EXT. The newer GM pickups have a lot of problems with active fuel management, which turns off half the cylinders of the engine to save fuel.
avalanche has been my favorite ride for the past few years now. I don't mind putting money into it as it offers so much capability. Even if the trans goes eventually (mines got 180k) I can find them locally and under $1300. Id say the most annoying feature on the 5.3 is the knock sensors. I have a mechanic who did mine for dirt cheap. Second is probably the oil pressure switch . Third if piston slap and or lifter tick but neither really hurts the engine. Brake lines were fully replaced in mine but depending on where you find one it may not be necessary. Trans lines are next .
I've nearly 300K miles on my 2002 Avalanche. Husband changes oil and takes care of most everything for me. Gas gage quit working and he was ready to set it in fire by the time he dropped the gas tank. Said he'd cut hole in floor board if he ever had to replace again. No serious issues. Just this morning after going over railroad tracks, the back window fell down and I can't get it up @scottykilmer. I hate he's gotta wake up to another Honey Do, but I recently had had surgery and he's going to be on his own pretty much. Any pointers. Motor works so it must be out of track. I tried lifting straight up, I can't. Tried slight wobble up left to right over and over, still can't get it all the way up. It falls back down anyways. Ugh!
If you had $4000 and nothing more, I'd buy a ford ranger if you just need a economic small pickup with a bed. Or go with a 1st gen sequoia/tundra if you need something to pull some weight. The sequoias are more likely to be in the 4k range (i doubt youll find a tundra)
I got a 2006 Florida avalanche for 3k, needed the abs pump thing, other thst it’s great. I love it, Ive gotten so much use out this truck and even has made me money lol 178k
I had an 02 upgraded to an 03 just yesterday i bought another 03 cause it just had an escalade 6.0 fully rebuild did 375hp full exhaust long headers,full transmission rebuild couldn't pass ive never seen 1 this clean 0 rust from a spoil rich kid just need a front brake line done he bought a diesel gmc & fell in love with it 😂everything in the avalanche is under 5km
I love my avalanche I had 2 an 09 which I sold and I miss it! and currently driving an 04 Z71 great trucks I love them the 04 has about 345k km and still runs and drives like new ❤
Thanks for checking it out Scotty! Owner of the '02 Chevy Avalanche here. Going to address some common comments. 1. I live in Connecticut, within the rust belt. If you don't live this far north you don't know about rust! The rust is not too bad considering other Avalanches that I recently checked out. Especially considering the '02 Dodge Dakota with the snapped frame at 200k that the Chevy replaced. For 0 payments, I'll take a little rust, it's going to happen anyways up here. 2. Euro license plate was a gift to me by the wonderful welcoming people of ADAC Rallye Erzgebirge where I volunteered in Germany earlier this year when I studied abroad. The first 1-3 set of letters on the plate is the city or county code. Mine is "STL" for Stollberg, Germany! 🇩🇪 VW and BMW bros break their neck when they see an authentic Deutschland plate on an American truck! The plate frame is from Rammstein's Berlin store. Reise, Reise translates to "Travel, Travel" and I hope to return to Europe again soon! 3. Fuzzy steering wheel covers are the best coming out of turns on a cold morning, and will protect the steering wheel. You either hate them or love them. 4. Really enjoy seeing those in the comments sharing their Chevy GMT800 experiences, especially high mileage ones! Gives me hope for a long life! 5. Yes I paid $4k cash for this and did some work to it myself like the filler neck, undercoating as seen in the video, and replaced some parts that were busted. 6. I held out for this deal, was looking for over a month, checked out 2 other Avalanches but they were clapped out. This one was mechanic owned, stock, and maintained. I got the '02 for classic plates in Connecticut, and it is one of the better years of the Avalanche. 7. Locking tool/beer/miscellaneous storage on both sides of the bed! 3 bed covers lock in place and can hold 200lbs each. Used it as a platform for a ladder yesterday. Tailgate locks, bed has plastic liner, also my quad fits great with the midgate down and the tailgate up. Danke schön Scotty, was great to meet you and hear some of your stories!
We’ve owned three Avalanches, currently have an 04 & 2013. Don’t walk on the covers if you don’t need to, & if you do then walk on the outsides of them. People complain that they leak, but they walk on them in the middle & warp them. Just a heads up! Also, look into getting a servo for the transmission. Enjoy! These trucks are awesome!
99-2006 gmc Chevy v8 4.8l, 5.3l, 6.0l, 8.1l are the best affordable trucks full size suvs you can buy , far cheaper and way easier to fix repair than a toyota. And if you think toyota so great look up these same years and problems with headgaskets, piston valve problems and the costs to repair. A headgasket alone in a toyota v6 v8 is $4-$5k.
the Chevy Avalanche owner should replace the infamous heater hose connectors found on most 2000-2007 chevy silverado/tahoe gmc sierra/yukon/yukon xl and some cadillac models. This part is known to fail due to constant temperature changes and being that it is plastic. Dorman make a stainless steel heater hose connector Part number: 800-409HP he going to need qty: 2.
Had a couple. Very functional, but had water leaks at the midgate. Had a few electrical issues too with one being the cluster. Once this customer gets a few problems, Scotty will post a video that this is the biggest POS out there.
I own one with 140xxx miles it needs new parts and liquids changed but so far its a dependable driver , fires up everytime but its not so gas friendly v8 ya know
I am original owner of a 2004 chevy Z71 avalanche fully loaded all options still use it 360,00 miles, only thing i have ever done to motor was replace throttle body, replaced rear end and transmission 10 years ago oil change every 3000 miles since owned professionally maintained , headliner replaced once along with other mech issues all fixes were new replacement parts, if i keep it , will drop crate motor same size and replace carpet and re upholster front seats with original leather, paint is original charcoal grey metallic you want it as is 6000,00 the price, still runs fine. no issues.
I have an 02 Z71 with 460k. The engine has NEVER been opened, not even a valve cover off. I’m on trans number two and have replaced the fuel pump, alt, and a belt tensioner. That’s it. 4wd still pulls great. Best truck I’ve ever had by a long shot. Oh and the ac has never been serviced and will still freeze you out.
Landlord’s 1994 Chevy Silverado is nearing 300,000. Still a solid performer. I overhauled the AC for him, as well as front brakes, radiator, serpentine belt and tensioner, new spark plugs and wires, new front tires, etc. Its been a solid performer for decades. 350V8 TBI, made in Windsor, Ontario. Can’t get this kind of dependability and quality anywhere, as well as readily available parts.
People who are saying they’re junk have obviously never owned one or owned an ill maintained one. My dad has had 4 and currently has 2. One here and one in Mexico, they’re still running great with 180k+ miles.
That avalanche looks brand new compared to my neighbors 05 avalanche! The Wisconsin winters rusted his out bad, several sheet metal screws and duct tape holding the plastic molding on haha.
I've been telling people for over a decade - the GMT800 Avalanche is a fantastic truck. I sadly gave mine up at 200,000 miles because no one drove it, it was hard to find parking, got only 12 MPG, and needed work.
Most of the GMT800 platforms with those Vortec V8s are very solid built reliable vehicles. I still have my Silverado @ 225k miles and it has never left me stranded and any fixes were cheap/easy... most of it just normal maintenance/ wear.& tear.
Ours has over 200k on it, and is still running good. Mostly highway driven and gets about 17 mpg, unless the wife drives it... Wouldn't trade it for anything! It will carry everyone, and hauls just about anything!
@@franky-fr9ow It is a HUGE truck and does not fit in most parking spaces. Just try backing out of a space with other trucks nearby. My son would always laugh because I could not fit it straight as there was never enough room to swing in. Then the two cars on either side would barely allow me to open my door half way.
@@pg1171 Impressive! Mine usually got 12 - 13 MPG. At around 180,000 miles, the engine developed lifter issues, which would need expensive repairs. I gave it up.
I got just a 06 with 100k the engine will run for about 15 to 20 minutes then starts to sputter shuts off but you can restart it again and it will cycle again plz help
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Its 2023 and I still drive the 07 Lanche. It had about everything wrong with it. GM made crap, which is why they went upside down in 08 and the govt had to bail them out.
Nope my 2010 Ford Crown Vic is far more awesome. With my trailer hitch I can carry far more than this Chevy truck & my Vic gets up & goes if I want it to.
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HEY Scotty, I need a new engine for my 2012 chevy cruze. Can I get a ATK remanufactured engine? Like for the 1998 thru 2003 chevy Tahoe, suburban ect. The tech said I won't fit with my electronics but can i just use a carburetor and ignore the electronics?
I can't afford a new vehicle and chevy can't keep any engines in stock and their repair techs are not knowledgeable.
Please help when you can.
@@dirtymikentheboys5817 You need the exact year and type for your Cruze. Good luck doing a carb swap. Chevy resistance type wasted spark ignition would be a nightmare trying to make a drive by wire throttle body work with a carb. MSD used to sell a distributor for the 2.2, 2.0 ecotec. Good luck finding one. SWAPPING different type engine?
The repair techs know this is a waste of time. Jasper Engines if you don't want ATK.
@@fromthebackofmymind Why, is this engine so difficult for techs to handle? Why are parts so rare? Why can't i do a throttle by wire system,? Are the electronics embedded in the engine? Why do I need the same exact year? A 2012 vehicle can't use a 2014 chevy cruze( if you can find it) engine?
I just don't get why mechanic can't fix it correctly. Thanks I'll look into jasper engines.
hey, what do you think about ford ranger 2015-2017 models without the adblue? are they any good? should i avoid?
As a owner of a avalanche I’m gonna say that I like them
We have an 09 loaded up in great condition, that we got for 11K, 3 years ago. I love it! Runs great, and hardly have had any problems with it. Thanks Scotty!
How many miles on your avalanche??
I am the original owner of a 2002 8.1 liter avalanche 2500. It has carried everything from 3 kids, loads of gravel, 8 ft sheets of plywood etc. Through the harshest weather from 120 degrees to subzero temperatures. Best truck I've ever owned. ❤💜
I would love a 2500. Probably only gets like 8 MPG, but it'll run forever.
About 10 mph. In the city but 20 mph at highway speeds.
@@scottlong4278 I honestly thought about replacing the engine in my 2006 with a 6.0 L LQ9 but just gave it up and sold it.
Good for you here in eastern world have diesel cruiser and hilux
They are pretty tough!
I do believe they're still putting the belt drive on the 3.5 liter Honda I just did it 120,000 k I think it's supposed to be $140 but I just got it done just for the hell of it I love the 3.5 L in my 2008 Honda Accord but you shouldn't drive any more than 160,000 K with that timing belt before you get the kit installed it's about $900 Canadian to get that done
These Things Drove ReaL Good, Had a CaddiLac Like Ride.
I had one, and never had any issues. Unfortunately it got totaled, or I'd still have it.
My father has the 8,1L 2003 with 250.000 miles.
I had a 2002 Avalanche. Best vehicle I’ve ever owned. Drove it for 12 years and 315,000 miles. I didn’t have one issue with it and sold it for $4500.
I would've sold it $14500
I just bought a 2002 Chevy avalanche and it has some problems and I haven't had the time or nor the money to get anything fixed on it except changing the oil with some Lucas oil treatment but so far is running just fine all except for the O2 sensors has the check engine light on but as far as anything else is running just fine ....
My 2007 Chevy Avalanche made it to 381,000 miles before it gave me transmission issues. I bought it with 67,000 miles in 2016. It’s been on of the best vehicles I’ve ever bought.
Awesome
Damn I hope mine makes it that far
I would honestly just replace the transmission
That Avalanche is like a Porsche in the truck world. The design incredible.
They looked stupid new off the lot, with little tires and big gawdy fenders and a body design that looks like 3 completely different era's b
Next video: Here's Why This Chevy Avalanche needs to be driven over a Cliff.
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Driving off a cliff might improve their looks they were ugly.
“Don’t rev the engine!”
shocking!
It's a piece of crap
Bought my Avalanche new in 2002, now has 225,000 miles no problems.
I have the 04 avalanche Z71 package 288k miles...😂 I ❤️ bubba blue... $14k 10yrs ago and he's still going. I've rebuilt so much of him but like he said it's so easy to fix. My mechanic does the hard stuff I don't have tools or knowledge to do and he even jokes how much I must love this truck.
Avalanche is a big unsung hero. The early 2000 Chevys are solid for their truck/SUVs with those Vortec V8s. I still have my 2000 Silverado 5.3 V8 Z71 LT 4x4 Extended Cab. May have shoddy plastic interior and the notorious wearing of the driver seat ridge by door but runs like a clock and never leaves me stranded. Got it from a Marine in like 2008 getting deployed for $5100.00. 4x4 works (even has Auto 4wd), transmission shifts smooth, and best of all it's paid off.
a whole 21 years of life and I never knew the avalanche had that bed thing
Sorry to know that
Was yoUr head under a rock?
Yeah it was a major selling point of them.
The avalanche was a victim of its marketing. No one knew what it was, or why anything about it made sense. What really amazes people when i haul anything with mine is that you can haul a load requiring the midgate dropped, such as lumber or sheetrock, and still have a sealed cabin as you dont actually have to take the window out to drop the midgate. Its very versatile.
Bruh same. Don’t feel bad. I had no idea until now 😂
And they are literally everywhere here in Texas! We have loved our 04, 05, & 2013 Avalanches. They are great trucks & family haulers as well. Super smooth like a Suburban.
I'm 58 and my wife and I are VERY worried about our future, gas and food prices rising daily. We have had our savings dwindle with the cost of living into the stratosphere, we are finding it impossible to replace it. We can get by, but cant seem to get ahead. My condolences to anyone retiring in this crisis, 40years nonstop just for a crooked system to take all you worked for
Go on back to work… 😅
Mate I live in New Zealand just retired can easily live on the pension, house paid off, I go fishing every week stay in my little trailer with annexe at the beach, got my own boat. Life is good. Good luck
I started from the bottom... now I'm here!
Hey - I've been hearing about Richard for a long time now. Started during the pandemic and I've heard of how accurate his signals is.. I really do appreciate hearing your advice and feel that it is genuine
who is your coach if this is not too much i'm asking? I've been looking into advisors lately myself, my retirement plans are going down the drain, my 401k has particularly lost everything gained since 2019
These early 2000’s Chevys were so solid built. My dad had a 2004 Suburban and I drove it everyday in high school. It needed a new transmission at 220k miles but other than that, it never had any problems.
Shame how GM has fallen. My 99 silverado was bulletproof!!
Damn Fresh cap
My wife still drives an 01 Tahoe with almost 310k on it, still runs strong on the trans I put in a few years ago. Then they ruined these marvelous 5.3s with AFM and reliability went to pot.
They are damn good vehicle's!!
Shamu did you get the transmission replaced or junk it?
Got 483k miles on my 05 z66. Its been extremely dependable for the last 17 years and does everything i need it to
GMT800 are best trucks GM ever made, a well kept one is always a good buy.
I love my 07 avalanche,bought used in great condition. Currently at 130k miles ,has never had a serious issue. She eats oil fairly quickly when im towing,but who careeees.
One of the best decisions ive ever made in a life heavy with mistakes haha.
I have a 2002 5.3 bought it for $1,900 at 240,000 miles. I’m at 280,000 now and it’s going strong with some occasional small fixes. These things are mule horses.
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I have an '04 avalanche that has rust in those exact same spots. I love it though. 120,000 miles and still going strong.
I own a '04 avalanche as well. 175,000 miles on it, and still runs great. I have the undercarriage rust problem, but being that I live in New York, it's expected.
We're is the fuel filter located at on avalanche?
02’ Avalanche Z71. 386k miles. Leveled on 35’s. May not have a/c but it’s reliable enough for my 100 mile trip to work and back.
Opens the door.. ah, that's just superficial rust
Avalanche was my dream truck, I may look into one. I wasnt aware of that extra storage space.
Lol none of these cars and trucks 80s and up are dream cars or dream trucks....
The only thing is that the 2002 to 2005 are better than the 2006 and later. In 2008, they switched platforms and the engine had this horrible fuel shutoff scheme that caused massive oil leaks. I want a 2004 or 2005 if I get another.
@@richsweeney1115 my 4 square body Chevy pickups are.
@@richsweeney1115 the gmt800 has been my dream truck for maybe 8 years now and my family has had 2 avalanches and theyve been great
If it was a truck you thought you wanted then Definitely get one! My first one was a gift. I drove it for over a decade kept it an bought another one a few years ago. Unfortunately my first one was stolen earlier this year. I’m still pretty pissed off about that.
But they’re great trucks! Just make sure you check for rusty frames!
1:15 that engine cover has the Nike swoosh 😂
1:45
The owner lost some Man - Points for that fuzzy steering wheel cover.
I'm surprised it wasn't pink. 😆
Currently have an 04 avalanche. Still in amazing shape. Paint intact and original interior. I love my avalanche. I do have the Z66 2WD version, but honestly the only place I have ever missed 4WD is at the beach. I do wish I had the Z71 since I am keeping it until it dies. It just turned 200K last week. I have a couple small issues with the PCV Vent Valve and I am replacing the wheel hub this weekend, but overall, this thing is rock solid.
My 2004 Chevy Avalanche Z66 is still running like a champ at 174K miles. I bought it new 18+ years ago. I replaced the transmission with a rebuilt one at 149K miles and that was the only major repair done. I change the oil regularly and replace the tires and shocks when needed. A great truck!
I have a 2011 LTZ and love it! Very flexible and great riding truck. I’d buy a new one today if Chevy made them!
The only fault I found was a Scotty whining.
Easily fixed.
My '02 Avalanche is still a daily driver. 338,000 miles on original 5.3 and tranny. Z71. Still runs like new. Maintenance is everything. I'll keep it till it dies
I got a 2003 Avalanche 1500 from my uncle with 279000 miles on it. Runs amazing still
Just got mine early this year. 06 with 113k on it
Edit* Scotty forgot to mention the built in compartments over the rear wheels. Can use them to store tools or as a cooler (they have drains)
2002 just got one 2 owner 40k miles on it from california no rust basically a brand new truck
I've been waiting on Scotty to do an Avalanche vid. Just got an 03 100k miles z66, fantastic truck I'm absolutely in love
As a previous Chevy owner. Never again. Just looks and feels cheap in every way.
but. but I paid 12k for mine :|
Depending on where you live, the prices will definitely vary. I picked up a good one in CA for $8k, that was the lowest I could find it. Ironically enough it was in better condition than the higher priced ones I looked at.
@@deuswulf6193 well its also a 2500 so.
same im about to buy an 07' with 140k for 7k and thats a steal compared to others here@@deuswulf6193
You can get one for 4k where I live but they have 250,000 to 350,000 miles on them.
I know it's "Unthinkable" but I like my "ultra-rare" 2003
Tahoe LT 5.3 4×4
with 3 row seating better. Even with 318,000 original 2nd owner miles.🤪
Chevy never painted these very well. Never seen more rust on bodies than achevy truck. To be honest you couldnt give me one of these piles of junk.
I wouldn't buy a GM if it was the last vehicle on the planet !!! The garbage they build is laughable
I've been saying since I found Scotty that 99 to '06 Chevy full size trucks and SUVs are the greatest ones ever made, especially the half ton everyday driver truck knock around truck. They make the best one from 1973 all the way to 2006 and my picture is a Ford symbol so that says a lot
Only downfall is that they eat gas ⛽️ like pac man.
@@oreally8605 Well yes. 5200lb half ton is thirsty. My Ram got 11mpg in the city with the 273cid sohc engine. 1hp per cubic inch in any half ton and leave it alone. Plenty.
We often towed 3,000 to 8,000lb so it held up pretty good for eight years.
@@oreally8605 In today's terms, yes, for what they were at that time, the LS engine is actually quite efficient
@@BuiltDifferent13 Guys are beginning to salivate on all the 3.8V6's starting to accumulate in the yards. The new smallblocks for costly fuel.
Best check for used pickup is no rust out under passenger floor from clogged A/C drain. Ford, Dodge and Chevy.
@@fromthebackofmymind the 89-96 f150a end up with foot wide hole under drivers clutch h foot
The Chevrolet Avalanche is one of the best trucks that GM has ever made in history, the older ones from 2002 to 2006. It is also similar to the 2003 to 2006 Cadillac Escalade EXT. The newer GM pickups have a lot of problems with active fuel management, which turns off half the cylinders of the engine to save fuel.
Thank our all controlling govt for that, now they want no gasoline engines period
200k miles on my avalanche and havent had any major repairs.
avalanche has been my favorite ride for the past few years now. I don't mind putting money into it as it offers so much capability. Even if the trans goes eventually (mines got 180k) I can find them locally and under $1300. Id say the most annoying feature on the 5.3 is the knock sensors. I have a mechanic who did mine for dirt cheap. Second is probably the oil pressure switch . Third if piston slap and or lifter tick but neither really hurts the engine. Brake lines were fully replaced in mine but depending on where you find one it may not be necessary. Trans lines are next .
I brought one last friday
I've nearly 300K miles on my 2002 Avalanche. Husband changes oil and takes care of most everything for me. Gas gage quit working and he was ready to set it in fire by the time he dropped the gas tank. Said he'd cut hole in floor board if he ever had to replace again. No serious issues. Just this morning after going over railroad tracks, the back window fell down and I can't get it up @scottykilmer. I hate he's gotta wake up to another Honey Do, but I recently had had surgery and he's going to be on his own pretty much. Any pointers. Motor works so it must be out of track. I tried lifting straight up, I can't. Tried slight wobble up left to right over and over, still can't get it all the way up. It falls back down anyways. Ugh!
That’s a piece of crap
Only issue. They cost twice as much as 4K on average.
I'd check the oil level. That change engine oil light can also come on when the level is low. Don't ask how I know.... 😂
If you had $4000 and nothing more, I'd buy a ford ranger if you just need a economic small pickup with a bed. Or go with a 1st gen sequoia/tundra if you need something to pull some weight. The sequoias are more likely to be in the 4k range (i doubt youll find a tundra)
4.8 and the 5.3 engines are beast and reliable
I got a 2006 Florida avalanche for 3k, needed the abs pump thing, other thst it’s great. I love it, Ive gotten so much use out this truck and even has made me money lol 178k
Picked up an avalanche a couple years ago as my daily driver, not a fan of the gas mileage but I don't regret getting it
One of my 94 3/4 ton Chevrolet Cheyennes has 435 thousand miles on it. Very dependable ! Good truck Scotty 🇺🇸🏁🐴
That's a steal for $4000 with low mileage. My Silverado with the same motor has 360k. Tons of life left in that Avalanche!!
I had an 02 upgraded to an 03 just yesterday i bought another 03 cause it just had an escalade 6.0 fully rebuild did 375hp full exhaust long headers,full transmission rebuild couldn't pass ive never seen 1 this clean 0 rust from a spoil rich kid just need a front brake line done he bought a diesel gmc & fell in love with it 😂everything in the avalanche is under 5km
I love my avalanche I had 2 an 09 which I sold and I miss it! and currently driving an 04 Z71 great trucks I love them the 04 has about 345k km and still runs and drives like new ❤
i hope one day i get my truck fixed by you scotty
Scotty got it at the Junkyard
Shows chevy dealership 🤣🤣🤣
The biggest serious safety problem with Chevy trucks is the brake lines will rust out! I bought a dorman stainless steel line set and replaced mine!
Frames rust and then break also.
Makes me appreciate my rare 02 Chevy avalanche 2500 2wd with 8.1 and 4l85
Dude those things are awesome
The only Jeep I would buy one that had the AMC 4.0L Straight 6 was the best Jeep engine ever made 1987-2005.
Thanks for checking it out Scotty! Owner of the '02 Chevy Avalanche here. Going to address some common comments.
1. I live in Connecticut, within the rust belt. If you don't live this far north you don't know about rust! The rust is not too bad considering other Avalanches that I recently checked out. Especially considering the '02 Dodge Dakota with the snapped frame at 200k that the Chevy replaced. For 0 payments, I'll take a little rust, it's going to happen anyways up here.
2. Euro license plate was a gift to me by the wonderful welcoming people of ADAC Rallye Erzgebirge where I volunteered in Germany earlier this year when I studied abroad. The first 1-3 set of letters on the plate is the city or county code. Mine is "STL" for Stollberg, Germany! 🇩🇪 VW and BMW bros break their neck when they see an authentic Deutschland plate on an American truck! The plate frame is from Rammstein's Berlin store. Reise, Reise translates to "Travel, Travel" and I hope to return to Europe again soon!
3. Fuzzy steering wheel covers are the best coming out of turns on a cold morning, and will protect the steering wheel. You either hate them or love them.
4. Really enjoy seeing those in the comments sharing their Chevy GMT800 experiences, especially high mileage ones! Gives me hope for a long life!
5. Yes I paid $4k cash for this and did some work to it myself like the filler neck, undercoating as seen in the video, and replaced some parts that were busted.
6. I held out for this deal, was looking for over a month, checked out 2 other Avalanches but they were clapped out. This one was mechanic owned, stock, and maintained. I got the '02 for classic plates in Connecticut, and it is one of the better years of the Avalanche.
7. Locking tool/beer/miscellaneous storage on both sides of the bed! 3 bed covers lock in place and can hold 200lbs each. Used it as a platform for a ladder yesterday. Tailgate locks, bed has plastic liner, also my quad fits great with the midgate down and the tailgate up.
Danke schön Scotty, was great to meet you and hear some of your stories!
We’ve owned three Avalanches, currently have an 04 & 2013. Don’t walk on the covers if you don’t need to, & if you do then walk on the outsides of them. People complain that they leak, but they walk on them in the middle & warp them. Just a heads up! Also, look into getting a servo for the transmission. Enjoy! These trucks are awesome!
@@rich6246servo for the engine
I only paid 1200 for mine 🤣🤣🤣
99-2006 gmc Chevy v8 4.8l, 5.3l, 6.0l, 8.1l are the best affordable trucks full size suvs you can buy , far cheaper and way easier to fix repair than a toyota.
And if you think toyota so great look up these same years and problems with headgaskets, piston valve problems and the costs to repair. A headgasket alone in a toyota v6 v8 is $4-$5k.
the Chevy Avalanche owner should replace the infamous heater hose connectors found on most 2000-2007 chevy silverado/tahoe gmc sierra/yukon/yukon xl and some cadillac models. This part is known to fail due to constant temperature changes and being that it is plastic. Dorman make a stainless steel heater hose connector Part number: 800-409HP he going to need qty: 2.
Avalanche owner here, thanks for the tip 👍
i have learned so much from Scotty over the past years. i dont even know how long it's been, lol. thanks Scotty!
I have learned i am not going insane. It really is a GM issue. Its not me. I am finally free. Vindicated!
Scotty's finally starting to realize how good mid to late 90s -2000s GM trucks were lol..
Scotty has always said those old Chevy and GMC trucks were rock solid.
These trucks have always been my favorite. Don't make them anymore. But great value. And cool factor. ❤💙😝🤑🤑😎👍
I never thought I'd see the day where Scotty reviews the Truck I drive every day
Had a couple. Very functional, but had water leaks at the midgate. Had a few electrical issues too with one being the cluster. Once this customer gets a few problems, Scotty will post a video that this is the biggest POS out there.
Where did you guys find a $4k truck?
Scott, you just did a review on my favorite truck, thank you so much for your insight. I'm really going to keep looking for one.
Once you have one you’ll understand why we Loveeee our Avi’s sooo much!
I would suggest not going over a 2006. 2007 is when they added AFM. 👎🏼
*Cadillac Escalade EXT enter the chat*
01 Silverado...now at 292,000k.
I own one with 140xxx miles it needs new parts and liquids changed but so far its a dependable driver , fires up everytime but its not so gas friendly v8 ya know
I am original owner of a 2004 chevy Z71 avalanche fully loaded all options still use it 360,00 miles, only thing i have ever done to motor was replace throttle body, replaced rear end and transmission 10 years ago oil change every 3000 miles since owned professionally maintained , headliner replaced once along with other mech issues all fixes were new replacement parts, if i keep it , will drop crate motor same size and replace carpet and re upholster front seats with original leather, paint is original charcoal grey metallic you want it as is 6000,00 the price, still runs fine. no issues.
Worked on the GMT 800 team, still have the mug from those days.
I have an 02 Z71 with 460k. The engine has NEVER been opened, not even a valve cover off. I’m on trans number two and have replaced the fuel pump, alt, and a belt tensioner. That’s it. 4wd still pulls great. Best truck I’ve ever had by a long shot. Oh and the ac has never been serviced and will still freeze you out.
Landlord’s 1994 Chevy Silverado is nearing 300,000. Still a solid performer. I overhauled the AC for him, as well as front brakes, radiator, serpentine belt and tensioner, new spark plugs and wires, new front tires, etc. Its been a solid performer for decades. 350V8 TBI, made in Windsor, Ontario. Can’t get this kind of dependability and quality anywhere, as well as readily available parts.
People who are saying they’re junk have obviously never owned one or owned an ill maintained one. My dad has had 4 and currently has 2. One here and one in Mexico, they’re still running great with 180k+ miles.
That avalanche looks brand new compared to my neighbors 05 avalanche! The Wisconsin winters rusted his out bad, several sheet metal screws and duct tape holding the plastic molding on haha.
Spooky avalanche .. it must be psychic .. how does it know you need to go change your oil Scotty ? !!
I've been telling people for over a decade - the GMT800 Avalanche is a fantastic truck. I sadly gave mine up at 200,000 miles because no one drove it, it was hard to find parking, got only 12 MPG, and needed work.
Most of the GMT800 platforms with those Vortec V8s are very solid built reliable vehicles. I still have my Silverado @ 225k miles and it has never left me stranded and any fixes were cheap/easy... most of it just normal maintenance/ wear.& tear.
Ours has over 200k on it, and is still running good. Mostly highway driven and gets about 17 mpg, unless the wife drives it... Wouldn't trade it for anything! It will carry everyone, and hauls just about anything!
Why was it hard to find parking
@@franky-fr9ow It is a HUGE truck and does not fit in most parking spaces. Just try backing out of a space with other trucks nearby. My son would always laugh because I could not fit it straight as there was never enough room to swing in. Then the two cars on either side would barely allow me to open my door half way.
@@pg1171 Impressive! Mine usually got 12 - 13 MPG. At around 180,000 miles, the engine developed lifter issues, which would need expensive repairs. I gave it up.
Old gen Avalanche basically a big truck with those weird pillar doors
I bought 03 new changed every fluid except rear end 98000 miles loves this truck.
I got just a 06 with 100k the engine will run for about 15 to 20 minutes then starts to sputter shuts off but you can restart it again and it will cycle again plz help
the car market is so bad, a rusty chevy is considered a good enough find to make a video on
Wait'll this guy hears about minivans: they have TWO rows of seats that fold flat, and you can STILL HAVE a back window!
Your good, with a personality, yah rock 😅🎉😂❤😂😅 love as for your my brother with a different mother, we have the same Father. 4 reals never change Thank you
the new silverado ev should have been called an avalanche it looks more like an avalanche than a silverado and has the same "features"
Its 2023 and I still drive the 07 Lanche. It had about everything wrong with it. GM made crap, which is why they went upside down in 08 and the govt had to bail them out.
This is making me miss my '02 avy, some day going to rebuild it🤧🤧
Nope my 2010 Ford Crown Vic is far more awesome. With my trailer hitch I can carry far more than this Chevy truck & my Vic gets up & goes if I want it to.
How did it end up back in US? Can't imagine it being worth to ship it back to homeland at all. Aren't these just random German plates found around? 😁
I have a 2002 1500 that is the best truck I have owned