2001 GMC Yukon XL (Aka Beast)

[makintoshnex]

Here is my "Beast" it's not the best, but it is what it is. 2001 GMC Yukon XL 2500 all original for now. Seats and frame in great condition. Body has some damage from rust, but previous owner did lots of job to a body And truck itself. I purchased it 2/1/25 for $2800. I think it worth the money. Beast has 244345 on odometer, the only code is for abs, because of speed sensor. Engine eats some oil from time to time. But nothing serious.

 

[makintoshnex]

So far I'm looking for 8x165.1 wheels but nothing comes under 1 k. So I will wait. Also park brake light kicked in. It glows steadily not flashing. Maybe bad ground? What you guys think. Also question. This truck is higher then regular Yukon from factory, looks like it is 2 inches lifted. Can I fit 33 wheels without lifting it more?

 

[Marky Dissod]

You'll likely be able to fit 32" tires if it's not lifted. (What's the point of wheels over 20" for a 2500?)
As for the wheels,

GMC Yukon 2500 Wheels Rims Wheel Rim Stock OEM Replacement

1988 - 2016 Chevy Suburban 2500 Wheels and Rims | Hubcap Haven

For a beast, you'll find it surprisingly well behaved.

 

[makintoshnex]

Still can't get rid of those lights. ABS is because of speed sensor on wheels , but park didn't go away even after I did grounds unde driver side. I'm quite scared to take it to highway in this condition. Brakes seems to working. But I'm a little bit you know

 

[Rocket Man]

Still can't get rid of those lights. ABS is because of speed sensor on wheels , but park didn't go away even after I did grounds unde driver side. I'm quite scared to take it to highway in this condition. Brakes seems to working. But I'm a little bit you know
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Could be as simple as the brake light switch. How is the fluid level? Keep an eye on it in case it’s rusted and leaking lines.BTW nice name; check out my build thread, link in m signature at the bottom of my post. ( The Beast one)

 

[makintoshnex]

Could be as simple as the brake light switch. How is the fluid level? Keep an eye on it in case it’s rusted and leaking lines.BTW nice name; check out my build thread, link in m signature at the bottom of my post. ( The Beast one)

Brake Fluid level seems to be ok. Brake lines were replaced by previous owner for stainless steel and fuel lines are nylon.

 

[Bigburb3500]

Brake Fluid level seems to be ok. Brake lines were replaced by previous owner for stainless steel and fuel lines are nylon.

This looks exactly my 01 except I had barn doors. Great truck!

I had the same lights/issues except mine was not due to speed sensor. There is an ABS module on the driver frame rail (I think it’s driver, if not it will be on passenger side lol) and these modules are known to go bad. They are a bit tricky to get out if never replaced but are not hard. Find a good used one, usually about $50-70 if I remember correctly. When the module goes bad both these lights will come on.

 

[strutaeng]

Scan the truck for codes, but the brake/abs light are likely the EBCM.

I replaced the EBCM on my 99 Silverado last year, after it went out and I had been driving it like that for like 2 years, but only got driven occasionally.

Congratulations on the purchase!