Front Lower Valance

[Baggerjim]

I have an '08 Tahoe LTZ, does the front valance serve any real use or is it just for looks? I want to take it off for more ground clearance. I tow a 6000# travel trailer and I don't want to screw up any air flow that helps with cooling. Thanks

 

[NathanJax]

just for looks

 

[CrashTestDummy]

The front valence, or more-specifically, the front air dam actually directs air out from under the truck, reducing turbulence there, and helping MPG some. I haven't compared the vehicle with and without the airdam, but we put a front air dam from a NBS Suburban/Tahoe on our '02 Sierra 2500HD D/A and gained a solid MPG in all driving modes. Your mileage may vary.

 

[vinnyray]

I had mine off and on, doing several trials and couldn't notice a difference. If you drive a lot of highway you may see more of a drop removing it.

The other alternative is to trim it.

 

[fiatdale]

If you do remove it, the bumper cover looks like shit without it. Youd want to trim the bottom of the cover off as well so it cleans it up.

 

[Baggerjim]

Thanks to all, any info helps.

 

[jdj71]

I'm looking to replace my air dam/valance. Any tips on the removal? Thx

 

[vinnyray]

I'm looking to replace my air dam/valance. Any tips on the removal? Thx

What vehicle do you have?

 

[jdj71]

Oh yes. 07' yuk SLT

 

[01Konvict]

Two screws in corner of bumper near tires. Then clips in middle just pull out.