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Posted: 10/12/2016 9:02:15 AM EDT
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I had an 04 Tahoe before I traded up to my avalanche. I really miss my tahoe honestly but I needed a truck bed occasionally. I'd be all over it for 5k. That package cost more than that alone. I'd say that's easily a 10-15k vehicle.
Edit: Just pulled up Lingenfelter's site and just the supercharger package in 10k... Yikes |
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Posted: 10/12/2016 9:07:13 AM EDT
[#2]
For 5K I'd be all over that.
Sleeper ftw. |
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Posted: 10/12/2016 9:32:23 AM EDT
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With only 60k miles it's a good deal even without the upgrades. I'd be all over that, i'm surprised he's selling it so cheap.
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Posted: 10/12/2016 9:35:41 AM EDT
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For 5K I'd be all over that. Sleeper ftw. Yup, in a ny minute. |
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Posted: 10/12/2016 9:39:53 AM EDT
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I had an 04 Tahoe before I traded up to my avalanche. I really miss my tahoe honestly but I needed a truck bed occasionally. I'd be all over it for 5k. That package cost more than that alone. I'd say that's easily a 10-15k vehicle. Edit: Just pulled up Lingenfelter's site and just the supercharger package in 10k... Yikes Funny, I had an 03 Tahoe years ago that I traded for an Avalanche. I have a full-size truck now and a Jeep Grand Cherokee, so this really would just be a toy...and I'd probably sell the Cherokee if I get the Tahoe. It's just me and the two dogs, so I really don't need 3 vehicles. I looked on their website and saw the cost of the package and what all is included for that price...and I just don't see any down-side to getting it. At it's core, it's still a loaded 03 Tahoe 4WD with 60K miles on it. |
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Posted: 10/12/2016 9:44:32 AM EDT
[#6]
Do it and PP
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Posted: 10/12/2016 9:44:39 AM EDT
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I've got an 05 with 198k the only issues I have are rust which has now kiled it from getting an inspection. I'd say as long as there's light to no rust...fo... I definitely would
 sht if I had 5k I'd come down and get it if you didn't want it 
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Posted: 10/12/2016 9:49:27 AM EDT
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With only 60k miles it's a good deal even without the upgrades. I'd be all over that, i'm surprised he's selling it so cheap. That's what I was thinking...He's "been trying to sell it" for years. He hasn't listed it or actively tried, really...he just tells people he's going to sell it, and that's where we are. I asked him the other day if I showed up at his house with a car dolly and $7K if I could take it home, and he said "You could take it for a hell of a lot less than that." So, I'm guesstimationg about the price, but it would be in that ballpark. |
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Posted: 10/12/2016 9:52:07 AM EDT
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I've got an 05 with 198k the only issues I have are rust which has now kiled it from getting an inspection. I'd say as long as there's light to no rust...fo... I definitely would sht if I had 5k I'd come down and get it if you didn't want it It's a NC vehicle, so no salt = no rust, thankfully. |
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Posted: 10/12/2016 9:55:29 AM EDT
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That's what I was thinking...He's "been trying to sell it" for years. He hasn't listed it or actively tried, really...he just tells people he's going to sell it, and that's where we are. I asked him the other day if I showed up at his house with a car dolly and $7K if I could take it home, and he said "You could take it for a hell of a lot less than that." So, I'm guesstimationg about the price, but it would be in that ballpark. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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With only 60k miles it's a good deal even without the upgrades. I'd be all over that, i'm surprised he's selling it so cheap. That's what I was thinking...He's "been trying to sell it" for years. He hasn't listed it or actively tried, really...he just tells people he's going to sell it, and that's where we are. I asked him the other day if I showed up at his house with a car dolly and $7K if I could take it home, and he said "You could take it for a hell of a lot less than that." So, I'm guesstimationg about the price, but it would be in that ballpark. Even $7k for a clean, rust free Tahoe with such low miles is good deal in today's market. |
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Posted: 10/12/2016 11:15:52 PM EDT
[#11]
I'd totally rock that.
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Posted: 10/12/2016 11:38:46 PM EDT
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5k?
If you don't buy it, I am sure I could swing one ... Boosted LS is the definition of fun on wheels. |
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Posted: 10/13/2016 4:49:55 AM EDT
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I see that the general consensus is to "fo", and I most likely will.
My only concern about it, is that I'm not a gear-head, for lack of better word. I know how to maintain a vehicle, but if something breaks on it...I'm sure it wouldn't be an easy or cheap fix. The good news is that it was done at Lingenfelter, not some guys garage down the street...so I know it was done right. But, God forbid, something does break, I don't know that anyone in eastern nc would be able to fix it. I'll most likely do it...I'm supposed to go check it out this weekend or next. If I get it, I'll definitely come back and post pics. Thanks for all the input! |
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Posted: 10/13/2016 5:04:34 AM EDT
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Dude.......Fo! And bring it by for me to see!
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Posted: 10/13/2016 5:33:52 AM EDT
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Dude.......Fo! And bring it by for me to see!
I definitely will if I get it...I need to call you man |
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Posted: 10/13/2016 5:41:29 AM EDT
[#16]
I'd buy that in a heartbeat
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Posted: 10/13/2016 6:16:42 AM EDT
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If you don't buy it I will. 5K and I will be on my way. Nice ride and I would buy it.
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Posted: 10/13/2016 7:09:30 AM EDT
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Have any pics of it?
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Posted: 10/13/2016 7:11:57 AM EDT
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Shit, I have an 04 LS Tahoe 5.3 without FWD. I'm the original owner, people are always asking me if I want to sell it. I'd also be all over that deal !
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Posted: 10/13/2016 7:39:01 AM EDT
[#20]
Would FO
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Posted: 10/13/2016 8:40:23 AM EDT
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Have any pics of it? Quote HistoryQuoted:
Have any pics of it? I don't, unfortunately. Quoted:
If you don't buy it I will. 5K and I will be on my way. Nice ride and I would buy it. Shipping back to Africa would be a little high, no? |
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Posted: 10/13/2016 11:42:57 AM EDT
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OP, the 00-06 body Tahoe, is the last Tahoe that a regular person with average machanical knowledge can fix.
You need to fo hard on this as even with out the LPE package a 60kmile 03 4wd tahoe alone is worth $14,000 all day long. Just do all the required maintainance. 1. engine oil 2. transmission fluid 3. front dif, rear diff, transfercase fluids 4. radiator fluid 5. change air filter (or oil the K&N) and change the PCV (I think 03 still had a PCV) 6. change fuel filter (if its not the intank version) 7. grease all fittings 8. call lingenfelter and ask them if there's any regular maintaance that needs to be done to the super charger itself. Not sure if they used a Vortec or a Procharger, vortec may need to have it's oil changed 9. enjoy and if anything breaks it will be stuipid shit like the following: window motors, AC vent actuator or blower fan resistor, some of the lights on the steering wheel controls, etc. All easy fixes. Big stuff would be the transmission going out, but......... I doubt that transmission is stock if it had a full LPE package done, but if say is it stock and LPE didn't touch it, those transmissions at most cost $1700 installed for a brand new one or $450 for a used one and you install it which can be done in an afternoon. |
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Posted: 10/13/2016 2:28:52 PM EDT
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OP, the 00-06 body Tahoe, is the last Tahoe that a regular person with average machanical knowledge can fix. You need to fo hard on this as even with out the LPE package a 60kmile 03 4wd tahoe alone is worth $14,000 all day long. Just do all the required maintainance. 1. engine oil 2. transmission fluid 3. front dif, rear diff, transfercase fluids 4. radiator fluid 5. change air filter (or oil the K&N) and change the PCV (I think 03 still had a PCV) 6. change fuel filter (if its not the intank version) 7. grease all fittings 8. call lingenfelter and ask them if there's any regular maintaance that needs to be done to the super charger itself. Not sure if they used a Vortec or a Procharger, vortec may need to have it's oil changed 9. enjoy and if anything breaks it will be stuipid shit like the following: window motors, AC vent actuator or blower fan resistor, some of the lights on the steering wheel controls, etc. All easy fixes. Big stuff would be the transmission going out, but......... I doubt that transmission is stock if it had a full LPE package done, but if say is it stock and LPE didn't touch it, those transmissions at most cost $1700 installed for a brand new one or $450 for a used one and you install it which can be done in an afternoon. Says who? My 2011 Avalanche still uses the "same" 5.3 motor. Granted they upgraded to a 6l80 trans and ditched the old 4 speed. They haven't changed THAT much. Maintenance is stupid easy on these though. Heck I changed an alternator in 15 minutes taking my time. Worst I ever had to do was change a fuel pump on an 01 that the check valve was sticking it letting fuel drain back into the tank causing an occasional hesitant start. I love these GM trucks. Well I will say I hate the damn cheap ass plastic dash that cracks in every one of these NNBS models. |
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Posted: 10/13/2016 3:23:55 PM EDT
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Shit, if you don't, I'll be in Robbinsville this weekend and I'll come buy it.
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Posted: 10/13/2016 3:24:42 PM EDT
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Says who? My 2011 Avalanche still uses the "same" 5.3 motor. Granted they upgraded to a 6l80 trans and ditched the old 4 speed. They haven't changed THAT much. Maintenance is stupid easy on these though. Heck I changed an alternator in 15 minutes taking my time. Worst I ever had to do was change a fuel pump on an 01 that the check valve was sticking it letting fuel drain back into the tank causing an occasional hesitant start. I love these GM trucks. Well I will say I hate the damn cheap ass plastic dash that cracks in every one of these NNBS models. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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OP, the 00-06 body Tahoe, is the last Tahoe that a regular person with average machanical knowledge can fix. You need to fo hard on this as even with out the LPE package a 60kmile 03 4wd tahoe alone is worth $14,000 all day long. Just do all the required maintainance. 1. engine oil 2. transmission fluid 3. front dif, rear diff, transfercase fluids 4. radiator fluid 5. change air filter (or oil the K&N) and change the PCV (I think 03 still had a PCV) 6. change fuel filter (if its not the intank version) 7. grease all fittings 8. call lingenfelter and ask them if there's any regular maintaance that needs to be done to the super charger itself. Not sure if they used a Vortec or a Procharger, vortec may need to have it's oil changed 9. enjoy and if anything breaks it will be stuipid shit like the following: window motors, AC vent actuator or blower fan resistor, some of the lights on the steering wheel controls, etc. All easy fixes. Big stuff would be the transmission going out, but......... I doubt that transmission is stock if it had a full LPE package done, but if say is it stock and LPE didn't touch it, those transmissions at most cost $1700 installed for a brand new one or $450 for a used one and you install it which can be done in an afternoon. Says who? My 2011 Avalanche still uses the "same" 5.3 motor. Granted they upgraded to a 6l80 trans and ditched the old 4 speed. They haven't changed THAT much. Maintenance is stupid easy on these though. Heck I changed an alternator in 15 minutes taking my time. Worst I ever had to do was change a fuel pump on an 01 that the check valve was sticking it letting fuel drain back into the tank causing an occasional hesitant start. I love these GM trucks. Well I will say I hate the damn cheap ass plastic dash that cracks in every one of these NNBS models. Didn't say it couldn't be done but the NNBS has even more electronics, modules etc than the NBS. Every body style they get more complicated with the support systems which can be tricky to diagnose. |
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Posted: 10/13/2016 3:40:57 PM EDT
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I don't have a problem working on my T9 Escalade. More modules yes, but the diagnostics almost all run through obd, minus the tech2 needed for bcm and TCM diagnosis
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Posted: 10/13/2016 4:22:12 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Shit, if you don't, I'll be in Robbinsville this weekend and I'll come buy it. Careful. Buddy crashed bike up there last weekend. He was just behind me. |
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Posted: 10/13/2016 11:33:22 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Careful. Buddy crashed bike up there last weekend. He was just behind me. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Shit, if you don't, I'll be in Robbinsville this weekend and I'll come buy it. Careful. Buddy crashed bike up there last weekend. He was just behind me. |
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Posted: 10/14/2016 3:57:01 AM EDT
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OP, the 00-06 body Tahoe, is the last Tahoe that a regular person with average machanical knowledge can fix. You need to fo hard on this as even with out the LPE package a 60kmile 03 4wd tahoe alone is worth $14,000 all day long. Just do all the required maintainance. 1. engine oil 2. transmission fluid 3. front dif, rear diff, transfercase fluids 4. radiator fluid 5. change air filter (or oil the K&N) and change the PCV (I think 03 still had a PCV) 6. change fuel filter (if its not the intank version) 7. grease all fittings 8. call lingenfelter and ask them if there's any regular maintaance that needs to be done to the super charger itself. Not sure if they used a Vortec or a Procharger, vortec may need to have it's oil changed 9. enjoy and if anything breaks it will be stuipid shit like the following: window motors, AC vent actuator or blower fan resistor, some of the lights on the steering wheel controls, etc. All easy fixes. Big stuff would be the transmission going out, but......... I doubt that transmission is stock if it had a full LPE package done, but if say is it stock and LPE didn't touch it, those transmissions at most cost $1700 installed for a brand new one or $450 for a used one and you install it which can be done in an afternoon. This is the kind of shit I need to hear...Thank you! As I said earlier, I'm not a gear-head and all the high performance stuff on it scares me a little. If some of that high performance stuff takes a dump, I'm not sure there's a reputable hot-rod shop in eastern nc that could properly diagnose/repair it. But from what I've read, and experienced (owned an 03 Tahoe and an 04 Avalanche), the trucks themselves are pretty reliable and easy to repair. Also, Like I said earlier, at it's core it's an 03 4WD Tahoe with 60K miles on it...so, for five grand or so, I think I can only go but so wrong with it. If I get it, It'll be a couple weeks before I actually do...but I'll let him know there's plenty of folks willing to swoop down and snatch it up should I change my mind. Thanks again, everyone, for your input. |
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Posted: 10/14/2016 11:24:05 AM EDT
[#30]
why are you still here?
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Posted: 10/14/2016 2:11:52 PM EDT
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why are you still here? Word I know Nevada is a long way away but that would almost be worth the trip |
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Posted: 10/17/2016 11:07:22 PM EDT
[#32]
definitely fo
so did u tell him you'd get it? any local hotrod shop should be able to diagnose issues, easy enough |
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Posted: 10/17/2016 11:33:40 PM EDT
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We need updates damn it
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Posted: 10/18/2016 1:51:31 AM EDT
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Waiting on pictures.
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Posted: 10/18/2016 4:08:03 AM EDT
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Sorry guys...nothing to update yet.
It'll still be a couple weeks til I "get my money right" (redneck speak for "come up with the cash" ).
I still haven't gone to check it out/drive it. But, again, I know the guy fairly well and he's pretty trustworthy. I trust what he says about the condition, etc. Worst case scenario, If I check it out and it's a POS...I don't buy it. But I feel pretty confident it'll happen...just a matter of time. I know this is the shittiest "What's in the safe" thread ever, but this will be the first place I come when I get it, and I'll bring pics...and maybe the testimony of Scott (2xsl_1998) after I take him for a ride in it.
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Posted: 10/18/2016 4:14:49 AM EDT
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definitely fo so did u tell him you'd get it? any local hotrod shop should be able to diagnose issues, easy enough I told him I'll likely get it, providing there's no surprises with it. That's one of my biggest concerns...I'm not aware of any reputable shops down here. We'll see. Once I get it, I'll call Lingenfelter with the VIN and find out exactly what was done to it...what I need to look out for or pay attention to, etc. |
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Posted: 10/19/2016 3:48:30 AM EDT
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Those run really well. I have similar setup, with a TSP 212/218@ .050" cam, Magnuson TVS 1900 Blower, and it runs STRONG.
VERY fun accelerator pedal, you will have a lot of fun. |
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Posted: 10/20/2016 12:29:21 AM EDT
[#38]
tag for outcome and pictures
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Posted: 10/20/2016 10:00:54 PM EDT
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Minor Update - The owner texted these pics to me tonight.
Looks like he's the second owner and that it had Lingenfelter's 6 liter engine put in it...not just a super charger put on the stock 5.3 liter engine. Also had their H/D (heavy duty, I assume) transmission and heads. All in all, not a cheap package. 
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Posted: 10/21/2016 12:08:56 AM EDT
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then yes fuck yes is that worth it. Hell that truck if all cleaned up is a magazine worthy car for something like GM Hightech or Super Chevy as-is.
a 200k mile 6.0L pull out engine is worth $1600 all by itself. Now factor in a warmed over LPE 6.0 and $3000 super charger and you get what I mean. At the very worst if you ever got tired of the tahoe, you buy a 4th gen Camaro SS with the LS1 and trade the engines over and STILL make money on the tahoe and put a free super charged 6.0 in a 3300lb camaro. That transmission is either a 4L65 (beefed up 4L60) or the HD 4L80 (which is a huge heavy transmission). You need to buy this thing as it has low/mid level collector car written all over it. |
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Posted: 10/21/2016 12:11:30 AM EDT
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I would convert the trans to synthetic and extend the intervals . Looks like a hell of a find
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Posted: 10/21/2016 1:34:41 AM EDT
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So did you buy it yet
Seems to me the drivetrain is worth the asking price. I love the idea of a sleeper tahoe. |
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Posted: 10/21/2016 1:58:23 AM EDT
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I told him I'll likely get it, providing there's no surprises with it. That's one of my biggest concerns...I'm not aware of any reputable shops down here. We'll see. Once I get it, I'll call Lingenfelter with the VIN and find out exactly what was done to it...what I need to look out for or pay attention to, etc. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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definitely fo so did u tell him you'd get it? any local hotrod shop should be able to diagnose issues, easy enough I told him I'll likely get it, providing there's no surprises with it. That's one of my biggest concerns...I'm not aware of any reputable shops down here. We'll see. Once I get it, I'll call Lingenfelter with the VIN and find out exactly what was done to it...what I need to look out for or pay attention to, etc. NC? Tick Performance. ETA: To reiterate, that's a screaming deal and you should buy it immediately. (still) |
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Posted: 10/21/2016 3:36:45 AM EDT
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If he sold it for $5k, he's a re-tard. It could go for a lot more....
I can't believe you're hesitating on it. Just give me his number and tell him I'll pay him a lot more
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Posted: 10/21/2016 9:21:30 AM EDT
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Posted: 10/21/2016 9:40:36 AM EDT
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definitely fo so did u tell him you'd get it? any local hotrod shop should be able to diagnose issues, easy enough I told him I'll likely get it, providing there's no surprises with it. That's one of my biggest concerns...I'm not aware of any reputable shops down here. We'll see. Once I get it, I'll call Lingenfelter with the VIN and find out exactly what was done to it...what I need to look out for or pay attention to, etc. NC? Tick Performance. ETA: To reiterate, that's a screaming deal and you should buy it immediately. (still) I used to race with Jonathan? from Tick back when I had my Cobra. His car was just a bit faster than my Cobra back in 04. |
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Posted: 10/21/2016 12:35:21 PM EDT
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It'll still be a couple weeks til I "get my money right" (redneck speak for "come up with the cash"). Soon |
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Posted: 10/21/2016 12:42:43 PM EDT
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Seriously don't let that get away. That's not just a slapped on supercharger deal. It's the swapped to the HD (5.3 to 6.0 and 4l60e to 4l80e) built drivetrain.
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Posted: 10/21/2016 4:59:34 PM EDT
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then yes fuck yes is that worth it. Hell that truck if all cleaned up is a magazine worthy car for something like GM Hightech or Super Chevy as-is. a 200k mile 6.0L pull out engine is worth $1600 all by itself. Now factor in a warmed over LPE 6.0 and $3000 super charger and you get what I mean. At the very worst if you ever got tired of the tahoe, you buy a 4th gen Camaro SS with the LS1 and trade the engines over and STILL make money on the tahoe and put a free super charged 6.0 in a 3300lb camaro. That transmission is either a 4L65 (beefed up 4L60) or the HD 4L80 (which is a huge heavy transmission). You need to buy this thing as it has low/mid level collector car written all over it. Basically I echo what this guy says. BUY IT NOW. |
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Posted: 10/22/2016 10:41:02 PM EDT
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Like basically everyone else has said, if that is what it is buy it RIGHT NOW. Hell, if it's a bone stock tahoe optioned like that with that many miles buy it right now.
But I don't really get it...so he buys a lingenfelter modded vehicle. He has to be a car enthusiast. I mean I guess someone could "accidentally" buy one but would they over pay that much, talk about it being modded by them, and then have the supporting paperwork or even know why it was valuable enough to keep/send to OP? So, assuming he is a car enthusiast, he probably knows/hangs out with other car enthusiasts. If he's been talking about selling, why haven't they snatched it up? Or casually browsed car forums and seen what it is worth? And when is the last time anyone selling a vehicle told you that they'd sell it for less than what you offered to come to their house with a dolly and pick it up? For sure, there may be more to the story to explain this. I just say this to say, if anyone can provide OP with a little more info on what to physically look for to make sure it's an actual lingenfelter conversion it might be beneficial to OP. But then again, if he lied and its a bone stock Tahoe like that for 5k it's still a deal. .
I personally hope it's legit, OP gets a screaming deal, and then posts some pics.
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