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    2023 PPV

    The Police versions are nice. They already have many of the upgrades that people do after they get their vehicles. NO daytime running lights, an engine stop-start is permanently disabled. This will save you the trouble and expense of making these corrections yourself.
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    2025 new tahoe/suburban feature wishlist

    I have these items on my new Tahoe. Engine stop-start permanently disabled. Daytime running lights permanently disabled. 12V power ports stay alive all the time. Car will idle indefinitely. Accessories will remain on indefinitely. (Great for drive-in movies). If you know a little bit about...
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    The lawsuit should have been for more $

    Permit me to help with insurance decisions, simple. If you can afford to take the loss without it affecting your lifestyle, then do not buy the insurance. I insure my car, I ensure my house. that's it. I don't get insurance for my iPhone, items I buy at Walmart, etc. I probably paid for my last...
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    2023 Suburban Premier 5.3L 4WD - Observations and Questions

    On my new Tahoe, the "must have upgrades" 1) Install device that permanently overrides engine stop-start. There's a good chance the vehicle already has it. I use the one that installs behind the dash, it retains full functionality, but it remembers your selection and KEEPS it that way. 2)...
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    Engine failures

    I would change your oil more frequently. I change mine every 3,000 miles. There may be restrictions on this if you live in California.
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    Just purchased new 2024 Tahoe - USB Issue

    You're doing things the hard way. Just use Apple CarPlay with your iPhone.
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    2022 Yukon Window Tint

    I have window film on my windshield and all other windows. Zero problems. I have actually tested a variety of window tinting. My goal was to block UV-A, this is believed to be a cause of skin cancer. After testing about six different types. I found that “XPEL” did the best job. You cannot find...
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    ECU software

    The police version is highly desirable. Daytime running lights are already disconnected and or disabled. No need to do it yourself. Engine stop start is usually disabled also. Other undesirable features such as auto engine shut off and other automatic timers are also disabled. It is possible to...
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    Traiding in 2021 Tahoe High Country for 2021 Escalade worth it?

    Part of the decision-making process on the Escalade is if they've already had various corrections completed. For example, is the engine stop-start disabled already? Are the daytime running lights already disabled. If these updates have been done on the car it could add to the decision-making...
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    2023 Tahoe RST 6.2L Engine Stopped - starts with rattle

    Hyper complexity in order to squeeze out another 1 mile per gallon. I can see why people with the mechanical skills try to DE-Detroit their engines.
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    Yet another reason to keep driving an older vehicle....

    "Security". The word often invoked by corporations to force consumers to use their service for maintenance or basic functionality. Although I love their products, this is the same excuse Apple uses to stop people from installing apps on iPhones that don't come from the Apple App Store...
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    Problems With New Engines And How It Is Handled

    If money is no object, I would try and locate a 2021 or 2022 Toyota Sequoia. Normally aspirated V8 engine. Good for at least 300,000 trouble free miles. The Sequoia design was ruined starting with the 2023 model because of the hybrid battery. Not only expensive to change, this massive battery...
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    Tinted front windows - Can it get removed?

    Any tint shop can take it off. As someone that has had skin cancer, all of my vehicles are tinted. The best window tinting to stop UVA is Permaplate by Xpel.
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    How to know if oil has been changed at dealership

    It is very common for them to forget to reset the oil life monitor. I change my oil every 3000 miles so it's difficult to tell visually.
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    2025 Order Guide Availability

    I would be careful. You may be forced into a hybrid. Verify that the 2025 model is not hybrid.
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    Considering a 24 or 25 Tahoe/Yukon or Suburban

    I have owned both. I've owned many suburbans, Tahoes, and a Toyota Sequoia. You'll find the Toyota to be more reliable. The problem is that the Sequoia went to a hybrid version which I did not want. I'm now driving a new Tahoe that I like, once I permanently disabled the engine stop-start and...
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    Newish GMT800 'Burb Owner from SF Bay Area

    When you posted that picture, it's no longer a secret location. I thought SUVs were illegal in California.
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    Copper Clad Aluminum wire on an auxiliary battery installation

    If you have a choice, I would definitely go with pure copper.
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    2025 Escalade to no longer diesel engine option

    Strongly recommend that you buy a gas powered 2024 model. Chances are in 2025 everything will be hybrid despite the fact that most people don't want one.
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    Buy a New 2024 Yukon or Tahoe or wait til 25s

    I'm afraid you have the obsolete idea that newer equals better. In many cases it does not. In 2025 you'll probably find yourself forced into a hybrid which most people do not want. If you like the 24 model buy it now.
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    Help me decide (keep current or get new)

    I would buy new. But you must VERIFY any new GM vehicle has Apple CarPlay. Some do, some don't. It can be difficult to sell a vehicle without Apple CarPlay. Look, the world would be a boring place if we all liked the same things, but I positively hate that black mat paint job. I hate it so much...
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    If you didnt have a Yukon/Suburban/Escalade, what would be your next choice?

    I'm in the same boat. GM no longer has Apple CarPlay. You couldn't GIVE me one without Apple CarPlay. I'd be tempted by Toyota. Toyota also has "DRL off" right on the light switch.
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    Should I be hesitant to buy a 2023 Yukon Denali Ultimate?

    Just VERIFY it has Apple CarPlay. Some GM vehicles do not. They can be difficult to resell without Carplay. I would not hesitate. Any vehicle with a normally aspirated V8 engine that is not a hybrid is in very high demand. Get one while you can.
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    Aftermarket radio/amp issues

    I like Kenwood. Just verify that it has Apple CarPlay. It's hard to give away a vehicle that doesn't have Apple CarPlay.
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    2009 hybrid tahoe w/ 140k miles....... or 2014 tahoe lt w/ 170k miles... which would you take?

    The hybrid battery is likely overdue to be replaced. 5 to 7 years is typical. Find out what a new battery costs. I don't like hybrids in general, but use ones are even worse.

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