Another newbie from DFW! Bought my first non-truck two weeks ago (previously owned 1993 S10 ZR2, 2001 1500 Z71 and most recently 2015 Midnight Edition Z71 LTZ). Growing family has dictated some changes and since the Midnight was paid off it got traded for a new SUV for the wife, I'm now driving her 12 y/o sedan for work and I got approval to build up a badass family vehicle for ranch/camping/beach/hunting trips.
Snagged a very clean 2011 Yukon XL 2500 SLT (white exterior, titanium interior, 2nd row buckets), with 181k one owner Texas miles. Dash is cracked and driver door handle needs fixed (common issues as I understand).
I get out west 1-2x a year on extended backcountry hunting trips in AZ, CO, UT, WY but still want a good ride for the family. I don't have a crystal ball but I expect at some point to possibly tow a small camper or a trailer with a SxS and camp goodies.
Here is what is on order so far
1. Ranch Hand Grille Guard-
https://www.ranchhand.com/grille-guard-ggc07tbl1.html
2. New front lights and HID 35w
3. Slumberjack roadhouse tarp and adjustable poles
Here are my thoughts (chronological?)
1. Plugs and Wires (NGK or E3?)
2. Mechanical to electric fan conversion
3. CAI and catback exhaust
4. Level kit (not opposed to a lift but don't see many for 2011 3/4 ton)
5. New wheels/tires (has factory 17" and TKO 265/70R17)- possibly bump to 18 or 20" with a tire that runs around 33" dia-- 275/70r18 or 285/60r20?)
What am I missing or what should come first?
Look forward to all the info!!
