2009 Tahoe ltz suspension

[dkreller]

Thanks for all the reply's, I really appreciate. I'll get the vin when I get out of work. Here's some pics of my new to me Tahoe 2009 ltz with 130k on it, so far I've replaced the headlights going toupgrade the drivers valve cover , got a tune to stop the afm, has a slight lifter tick that I'll be checking out when I do the valve cover.

I am in the same boat as you. 2009 Tahoe LTZ. The last 8 of my VIN is 9R219430.

Looking to replace struts. Is it a good idea to replace the entire strut/coil spring/mount assembly all in one job?

Add the last 8 digits of your VIN, and @915_Tahoe may be able to give you the exact replacement part numbers for your truck (sometimes, part numbers change over time). Then, you can use those parrt numbers to find the best price on RockAuto.com, GMPartsGiant.com, or GMPartsDirect.com I used ACDelco parts for the rear air shocks, and a Dorman compressor (many folks on the Forum have used Dorman compressors with good results).

It is an easy DIY job.

stop the afm, has a slight lifter tick that I'll be checking out when I do the valve cover.

I am in the same boat as the OP. 2009 Tahoe LTZ. The last 8 of my VIN is 9R219430.

Looking to replace struts. Is it a good idea to replace the entire strut/coil spring/mount assembly all in one job?

 

[Joseph Garcia]

I am in the same boat as you. 2009 Tahoe LTZ. The last 8 of my VIN is 9R219430.

Looking to replace struts. Is it a good idea to replace the entire strut/coil spring/mount assembly all in one job?


I am in the same boat as the OP. 2009 Tahoe LTZ. The last 8 of my VIN is 9R219430.

Looking to replace struts. Is it a good idea to replace the entire strut/coil spring/mount assembly all in one job?

My opinion is that if you have more than 100,000 miles on the current suspension, then you should replace everything (coils), once you make the decision to replace the shocks. That's just my opinion.

 

[915_Tahoe]

I am in the same boat as you. 2009 Tahoe LTZ. The last 8 of my VIN is 9R219430.

Looking to replace struts. Is it a good idea to replace the entire strut/coil spring/mount assembly all in one job?


I am in the same boat as the OP. 2009 Tahoe LTZ. The last 8 of my VIN is 9R219430.

Looking to replace struts. Is it a good idea to replace the entire strut/coil spring/mount assembly all in one job?

Front absorbers
Gm#19420493 $577.34 each
Rear absorbers
Gm#19368461 $589.27 each

 

[91RS]

If you keep the Auto Ride, use ONLY factory shocks. Do not use aftermarket or reman. I’m in the minority here but nothing feels like the factory shocks do for Auto Ride. If you decide to delete it, use QUALITY parts like the coilover and rear shock setup Atomic Fab sells with Viking shocks or use Bilstein shocks. Suspension and tires are the absolute worst place to go cheap because it will ruin the way a vehicle drives.

 

[pwtr02ss]

The Tahoe was made to run a 285-45-22 so they will fit. Lots of folks say a 22" wheel rides just as nice as a 20" wheel and others do not agree as it is really a subjective topic. I'm of mind that a smaller wheel will deliver a softer ride and certainly have more traction and be better off-road and for towing.

Lots of guys speak highly of the Dorman compressor even though most of us dislike most things Dorman! They also prefer the Arnott rear shocks with GM OE a close second. I do not have this setup so I'll leave it to Joe and the others that have it. Joe just put his back in commission after the previous owner disabled it.

I have the dorman compressor and it has a lifetime warranty, which I took advantage of after 5 years of use. The compressor was sounding lazy. I highly recommend it. I used the oem shocks and have about 80k on them. I recommend using oem shocks, simply because we seem to get well over 100k out of them.