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  1. 02-12-2009, 10:41 PM #1
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    Default new guy from fl with some questions

    Whats up guys/gals? my names kane im 19 next month ill be 20. im looking at getting a silverado and lifting it, putting a full exhaust, and more. but i just joined to do some research first before i buy, i currently drive a saturn ion. anyways. any suggestions on years or things to stay away from?
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    Welcome to the site! Good luck on your search!
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    Welcome to the site! As far as what to look for, "they are all good"! Good luck!
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    If I knew I wanted to lift it and turn it into an off-road beast, I might look into a '70's or '80's model with a solid front axle (probably 3/4 ton or heavier, too). But I don't know if there are other considerations for you that would prevent you from driving something that old.

    One of the big downsides of the GMS 1/2 ton IFS is that it is so weak, no one makes aftermarket differentials for it (locker/limited slip). For that matter, people aren't too fond of the 10 bolt rear, either, especially when they put the really big tires on it. For these reasons, I'd probably strongly consider getting 2500 or heavier. Settling for a 1500 would depend greatly on how much lift and what tire size you want to end up with.
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    Welcome to the ste. Is ther aything specific you are concerned about?
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    welcome to the site. provide us with some more details in what you are wanting to do whether it be a daily driver, an offroad vehicle, then what kind of off road vehicle, rock crawler, mudder, trails. or what kind of daily driver, hot rod, gas saver (lol), ford crusher ( just get a chevy) help us out so we can help you
    2000 silverado with a 5.3l v8, shorty headers, upgraded plugs, 10 mil wires, magnaflow high flow cats, flowmaster 80 series muffler(2 in 2 out) w/ 18 inch stainless silverline tips. i have a k&n CIA. its a 4x4 z71 offroad package. Ls model.
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    Welcome to the site!!

    If I was to do it the right way it would be a 2500 Duramax Crew cab. 6" lift with 35's. Very capable offroad but still drivable around town.

    Check out DWill's it is the perfect specimen.
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