2020 Silverado Trail Boss Custom Review

[@Lacoste9277]

I like what Chevy did with the custom packages. It's allowing you to get a trail boss on the exterior but allowing us to either get all the bells and whistles by going up to the $60,000 or for us who don't want all them bells and whistles an wants a truck to be a truck you can get that at about $20,000 less

[@sweetscienceboxinggym5646]

I got the custom. I’m added telescoping steering column, power seat, leather, fog lights; leather steering wheel all oem parts from eBay. Makes a huge difference, did all the work myself and saved a lot.

[@Phil-mx6wt]

@@sweetscienceboxinggym5646 Would love if you made a video showing it off. I'd be interested in doing similar things!

[@thedavid3737]

@@sweetscienceboxinggym5646 do you know if you can swap out the gauge cluster on these without it being reprogrammed?? I’m not talking about switching to the digital clusters like in the high country, I’m talking about the one that’s in the high end Trail Boss. I would probably do the same thing you did, just get on eBay and switch out all the things I don’t like about the Custom.

[@jonchase7752]

@@sweetscienceboxinggym5646 how’d you do the leather

[@goatfightshop3769]

@@jonchase7752 eBay sells replacement seat covers/ only thing missing is leather cover for the folding armrest. That is a GM dealer only item. I ordered the power driver and passenger seats plus the rear seat with storage compartment off a wrecked vehicle from eBay/ Looked into telescoping steering wheel and was too much work. Once I could adjust the seat my short self was able to get better position. I looked into the gauges; that too is a mofo. Programming required and also loss of some functionality I believe is what kept me from doing it/

[@anton3ooo]

Great review man, always a good feeling when you get your money's worth!

[@ZI-mm2un]

I like how when he lifted the middle seat all of his change fell out and he didnt even react to it.

[@shakenbake8811]

Really good review, I just got one about two weeks ago. As for storage space husky makes a nice storage space for under the rear seats that’s nice for around 150$ and I’ve seen some other that are lockable starting around 300$.

[@VentureDad6]

I like that and will invest for sure. I've got kids in car seats right now, so that makes under seat a pain right now.

[@raptor074]

Beatiful truck ,like you said you dont need that fancy shit ,it does have what you need remember its a truck

[@campbell0162]

The more fancy shit you have, the more problems that'll pop up almost guaranteed. Waste of money

[@VentureDad6]

Mechanically it's the same as the $50k trucks.

[@christopherdavisson617]

Custom was a great choice. It is a truck after all. Sometimes simplicity is a good thing.

[@mikelovell9661]

Tell ya what ....drive a LT for a week... then drive a custom for a week.... then comment like that

[@countryboy9720]

I’ve had mine for about a year and an half now I absolutely love the truck it’s a double cab long bed which in my opinion is the way to go

[@thedavid3737]

They have this exact same truck at my local dealership and I’m really debating on if I want to take my 2017 Texas Edition and trade it in. Of course my 2017 has dual climate controls, heated seats, fog lights, multiple USB, center storage console, and a lot of other options you won’t find in this truck. I just don’t know how bad I will miss my interior options or if it’s worth it to me. I’m sure I could replace most of the parts with ones from a salvage Trail Boss but I don’t know if I’d want to go through the trouble. This is a really nice looking truck though! Guess I should go take a look at it and see if it’s worth it or not. Great video!

[@clintlewis1719]

Very nice truck and sounds like you got a heck of a deal

[@wickedmainah950]

I boughta 19 trailboss custom new last sept and love it. No storage or multiple USB ports is my only gripe. 33k out the door. Those tires go great in the snow. I put a boss htx v plow on mine and it plows great. I did get remote start and a button to drop the tailgate. Get the rear wheel well covers...it will pack the mud and snow up in there if you dont. I like the looks of the custom better than the lt anyway. Hoping to find a deal on a center console out of a wreck, I miss that extra cubby.

[@VentureDad6]

The convenience packages don't look so important when they add $2k+ to the truck, but if not it's just an annoyance. It's like they sat there and tried to get on your nerves with things. :D I'm trying to be Zen and just minimize stuff... I'm like some clutter clearing Karen with my choices and cleaning it regularly.

[@Silidons91]

where do you live lol? the best price I can find here in southern california is 38k, that's not including my taxes though. 46,690 is the msrp. i deal with the fleet people too because they have an agreement with my union at work.

[@wickedmainah950]

@@Silidons91 maine

[@steventomlinson8349]

How does the boss plow frame look on the front? Cant decide if I want a boss v or the new Fisher v they just came out with last week

[@wickedmainah950]

@@steventomlinson8349 boss has a lower valance that makes a very clean install. Fisher will cut up the front end .

[@miguelolivas3583]

I had a hard time choosing between the custom and LT but the custom has that extra seat that comes kn handy and the LT doesn't....

[@baracktrump1410]

Its actually more than a spacer lift, they also have special CV axles opposed to the standard Z71s.

[@trenchtown889]

thanks for the review. Been shopping for a while and will be making an upgrade from the 08 Silverado sometime this year. What was the sale/sticker price you started with to get them down to 36k? They're going for 39.9 sale prices in the South Jersey market. GORGEOUS truck.

[@DWRECKED91]

I would like to know the original MSRP also! Great review and thank you.

[@VentureDad6]

$44,890 was the sticker. It was $42k plus the 5.3L for $1,400 and 1,600 destination charge.

[@trenchtown889]

@@VentureDad6 And you got them down to $36K? Nice work!

[@VentureDad6]

It's all discounts and rebates. Just wait for the right time and follow the sales. Then ask for 1 little extra. I got the remote start thrown in for free...

[@Silidons91]

@@VentureDad6 did you trade something in?

[@Jgrace-hu6xn]

I just bought the trail boss lt with every option the Savings of the custom wasn't worth it too me after looking at the big 3 and all options but the custom is still a nice truck for the budget

[@VentureDad6]

Glad you are happy! Best out of the box truck I've owned.

[@Cris54998]

My dad works as an independent contractor so he’s always out on the field. He could get any truck he wanted, but he likes very simple vehicles without any bells and whistles(Not even bluetooth). The exterior is amazing and a great looking truck for the price. I think the interior is too plasticy and looks very dated. Only getting a split bench seat sucks but consoles mean more money upfront. Overall great exterior but interior could use some work.

[@msg63bretired82]

Snow rating is a gimmick (at least as far as driving on highway). Radial tires work in the snow because they’re self cleaning and maintain a flatter contact patch than bias tires. Learned this in Illinois in the late 70s back when “radial snow” was the tire to have. People got around fine with plain old radials in back and bias in front. BTW you can’t run radials in front and bias in back because the lack of lateral movement will fatigue and break the belts. The rear of the car is supposed to move laterally and the front isn’t. Thanks for posting great video!

[@DV77737]

Nice truck!

[@sschevmale24]

I hate it doesnt have the big center console. I've been doing research I think you can add it for about 1200 installed

[@608_diesel]

I've been looking at trading in my 2015 GMC Duramax for a 2020 Trail Boss. Only thing I would really like to see on the custom trim is steering wheel radio controls and to have the center console open up for storage. I'll probably end up having to get an LT traill boss, but guess that's by GM design lol

[@brygram]

Safety Package adds audio controls on Steering Wheel

[@funkyk]

Just bought mine but in red!

[@HungryMeshigaud]

Looks good . Get a usb hub and you’ll have plenty more

[@lionelpatterson1436]

The seats go up and down good to know cuz I couldn't see over the hood

[@ericahearn9604]

They do not go up and down only front to back and the rear tilts forward and back

[@richardreyes2683]

Is the extra 6k worth for the trail boss package? My local GMC dealer (Texas) has several custom trim levels with 4wd going for around 31k before rebates. Wouldn’t it be more practical to pay the lower price tag and do the lift and off road tires for a much cheaper price? I’m only bringing this up because my dad is looking to buy his last truck before retirement and he is not so sure on spending so much on a truck when in reality he only needs a basic truck to haul around small loads and get from point A to point B

[@VentureDad6]

Great question, that's up to you. There is also a difference in wheels, grill, skid plates and bumper. Not sure about the exhaust. You could of course do it piece by piece depending on your budget, time and what you want custom. For me, it was everything I needed I'm not planning any changes and everything is buttoned up nicely from the factory and that takes away some of the worry about add ons.

[@theshittybowman]

Richard Reyes the LT is WORTH the extra 6k brother... absolutely worth it.

[@pollutedcrimson]

A lift and tire change could very possibly void your warranty as well

[@bmwmdude]

Interior wise is where the LT shines over the custom. There is a lot more kit with the LT inside.

[@vspd303]

LT model is about 10,000 more

[@theshittybowman]

I got the 2020 LT TrailBoss... if you’re looking to save money, right on but with the sales I left the lot at $44,300 - I got everything I need for my needs. Price is too good to not go LT, IMO. Awesome truck though bro!

[@n1n0z24]

Eric Nelson my brother bought a 2020 ram 1500 longhorn 4x4 for 45k the msrp was 66k

[@sschevmale24]

84 month 0 percent? 5.3 or 6.2

[@nikkcarroll9382]

Dam, which engine?

[@theshittybowman]

JJD 5.3...

[@theshittybowman]

Nikk Carroll 5.3... I love this truck.

[@ApostleThe344]

I love my new trail boss just did the base model 2020 trail z71. So badass

[@robertscott305]

The consul if you want to buy it through GM it cost me about $800 I'm going to try to find it in a junkyard probably get it for 500 or 600 I have the same truck except its red I like it

[@mitchwinder1204]

Years ago the OEMs spec’d rubber to be of a certain quality. It was always a better tire than what you could buy on your own. That’s not the case today. They’re spec’d to meet a price point, and in the case of light-duty trucks, spec’d to meet a specific rolling resistance for the CAFE numbers.

[@juancarlosguzman2827]

How much it’s cost this model? Love it

[@BranWags]

Getting mine tomorrow, was really shocked to find out about not having a center console, it is what it is though! Fucking love the truck!!

[@VentureDad6]

I don't know why there isn't at least the flip up.

[@mitchmorrill9475]

Does your transmission ever give you a hard downshift or shutter?

[@bigt4331]

How you get that truck for 36,000.00? Rebates coupons, everytime i go to a dealer they try and rip me off with warranty etc, i have a 2016 2500 chevy duramax, i really want a trail boss

[@Boobtube.]

they can only "rip u off" if you allow them to. Tell them what you want and stand your ground. Do not be afraid to get up and walk out if things get to far out of hand. That will show them you mean business and might even bring a better deal. Dealers hate to see someone walk out without a deal. When you walkout, 9 times out of 10, they will stop the BS rip off talk.

[@robertscott305]

I have Facebook Chevrolet put advertise on it I click on it that took me to a website which had multiple vehicles on it I click on the trucks then it put up dealerships around me I pick one which showed me the trucks they had in stock with pictures, sticker price and sale price. I saved the ad to my phone and took it with me. Now dealerships make money by ripping you off you can’t let them. Don’t be afraid to walk away there will be another truck tomorrow and most of the time the dealerships will call with a better deal

[@jables6]

What kind of deal?

[@Mascotal]

Basically this is a work truck with a 2 inch lift. Good to know.

[@mattphipps2284]

Isn’t there under seat storage in the middle front seat?

[@Cupillac]

Matt Phipps nope and the console doesn’t even open up. Garbage

[@VentureDad6]

Nope... My 18 LT had it and it locked. Miss that!

[@dailyhiphoplive693]

I wish they would just make a big lcd screen but I understand it a work truck bu fuck it in 2020

[@Jman11129]

It’s a not a spacer lift it’s an actual suspension lift. If you look it up you can watch TFL doing a interview with a GM engineer about the trail boss package.

[@VentureDad6]

Yeah, I got that wrong. My initial readings said that, but they were probably before it came out.

[@mp211204]

The lt package is way better overall, at least in terms of features but still a very nice truck

[@VentureDad6]

It is, just wanted to show people what the custom has.

[@trance2012]

You disnt mention that all gm trucks have a waked frame not a painted frame

[@mikelovell9661]

Maybe you need a mini van

[@Ekimsnegdoh27]

The trail boss is not a spacer lift. It’s a true suspension lift in the front with a larger block in the rear. Also the lt coMes with the 5.3 with the 10 spd for 2020 with dynamic fuel management and the cylinders can shut down all the way to 1-2 3-4 5-6 etc cylinders. And btw I never can feel it like I could on my 2014. The custom comes with the 5.3 with 6 speed with active fuel management which is v4 - v8 only which is the old system. Also the lt has sport mode and off road mode and many other options. But the custom is a nice option for the price

[@683carl]

Mike Hodgens why does everyone advertise this truck as having a body lift then? I still wouldn’t buy it anyway..just seems stupid that info on this truck is not correct.body and suspension lifts are two totally different things

[@campbell0162]

Honestly I think the LT is not as good looking as the Custom package. I prefer the simple interior without any bullshit push button start, no automatic start and old school halogen headlamps. Keep it simple stupid. Great video. P.S ya'll talk funny in Maryland lol, I've lived in Mississippi for too long haha

[@VentureDad6]

I was quite a bit nasally with a cold, but the MD accent is real.

[@heazy87]

Naaah, the LT is waaay better.

[@christianrosas3188]

Damn you just let the ashes go everywhere. But truck is nice. Debating on this or the little ZR2

[@VentureDad6]

HAHA! Go big!

[@christopherdavisson617]

Good vid man. But two things. One, the compound is not cheaper on those Goodyears. They are at the very least the same tire with the same ratings as the after market ones. Some claim that because GM has good year make them specifically for that truck that the quality control is actually higher. At the very least tho they are the exact same tire. Those tires will do just fine in the winter. And two, you DO have a fuel management system in that 5.3. I have a 2015 and you have the exact same motor and transmission that I have in my truck. The difference is you have AFM (active fuel management) and the newer 5.3 as well as 6.2s that are mated to the 10 speed transmission have dynamic fuel management. AFM only shuts down 4 cylinders at a time. DFM shuts down up to 6 cylinders depending on throttle load. I had the AFM on mine deleted. I've heard nothing good about that system. Not that it makes the engine unreliable but it can cause things to go bad quicker from what I've heard from personal mechanics as well a lot of people online. IE fuel injectors and such. Now that being said I do get about 2 miles less per gallon since it's been shut off. I also have way smoother and better throttle response as well tho and to boot the transmission seems less confused than with it turned on. Not trying to be a know it all. Just wanted to chime in about the 5.3 that is in your truck. Awesome vehicle man. As soon as I get mine paid for I'm getting a Trail Boss. You have a very nice truck sir.

[@VentureDad6]

My old truck was an 18 and the AFM was noticeable when it shut down cylinders. I do have one on this, but you don't notice it., Looks like they smoothed it out.

[@perfect478]

Is this crew or double cab

[@VentureDad6]

Crew

[@pontiacGXPfan]

The custom trim must be the rental trim

[@mikelovell9661]

the seats are cheaper in the custom btw

[@madddriver9715]

gorgeous truck bro. looking at the same truck myself.

[@VentureDad6]

Thanks 👍

[@terrencejones9817]

I have an LT Trail Boss. It's definitely big step up. The Screen is larger and has much more functionality. The LED headlamps and Fog lamps are biggest win. The LT has 4 USB ports also sport mode.

[@theshittybowman]

Terrence Jones I was looking at the TRD or Raptor... I’m so glad I got the 2020 LT Z71, the price for the LT is worth it.

[@supervegeta5329]

The custom doesn't have sport mode?

[@Jman11129]

The trail boss comes with the AFM (active fuel management) the old fuel management. I have the same truck. They just don’t come with the new fuel management (dynamic fuel system) It turns into a v4 when you are on cruise control or at a stop. I advise you to get a range device to keep it in V8. The AFM over time will destroy your engine.

[@VentureDad6]

Thanks for the clarification Jonathan! With the low end display, I don't get to see it changing like I did on my 18 LT. I'm not sure if it is the transmission then or what, but I don't feel that lag and power loss like I did on my old 5.3 and 8 speed.

[@Jman11129]

Kjeld Lauritzen they honestly just did better programming probably to make it less noticeable I never really notice it until I’m going 25 or less

[@wickedmainah950]

It does have afm, they have fixed the oil consumption problem. I can hear mine when it kicks in. Wish they had a disable feature with it.

[@Jman11129]

wicked mainah way to beat a dead horse

[@Jman11129]

wicked mainah and you can get a device to disable it. It’s called the range device.

[@paulviola4582]

What’s your mpg

[@VentureDad6]

17.8 warm weather will bring me over 18.5...

[@J21C412D0]

So not true. We ship the same tires to shops as we do to oem after certain dot are exceeded.

[@sir556]

I love this shit

[@ezeNdog]

Nice vid and truck but I think all trucks have out lived thier over pricing and lack of options... It's some what affordable but lacking key features or way overpriced with alot of crap u won't use.

[@howardc4601]

You seriously talked for 10 mins and didn't even show the back seats or the bed?

[@bryondrill9239]

Just ordered a decked out 2020 trail boss 6.2 10 speed. Man I gotta have interior options bud. At least a drivers power seat.

[@andrewjocar4507]

That’s one disappointment, that should come with a matching spare if ya ask me....

[@683carl]

Why does everyone talk so highly about this truck? It’s nothing special..on the plus side at least Chevy finally realized that tires are round.i would rather buy a normal truck and lift it and do larger tires myself.it will not void your warranty..there is just some shitty dealership’s out there that will tell you that it will.if something goes wrong with your truck the dealership has to be able to prove in court that your lift caused the problem.if they cannot prove that 100% they have to cover it.

[@1duramaxhd]

Front end looks cheep

[@PatelPresh]

Stop smoking in that beautiful truck man!!! The ashes are disgusting your going to ruin this machine.... other than that great video

[@VentureDad6]

Working on it! Thanks!

[@Nebidok7]

Good god that interior is atrocious. Man get what you pay for so to speak and it shows in the interior. Exterior looks great and the interior is so cheap. Like a work truck but for 36k! Jeez

[@VentureDad6]

True... Seats are comfy for long rides. I'm easily entertained.

[@LCNismo]

You say that "they cheaped" out on certain parts but really "you" cheaperd out on the things. You should have bought a LT then. Just saying. I bought my 19 LT TB for 40k out the door. Yes new. If only it had cooled seats.

[@Mel54308]

4x4? And damn how did you managed to get it that low

[@bigbeef8935]

Here’s the review I’ll save u 10m, don’t buy a Fukn base model custom and get the 6.2 LT . Your 5.3 and even transmission is different in a custom and interior is embarrassing it’s worth my extra 68$ a month especially for the led headlights. Your truck compared to mine you’d regret it every day not spending a few extra grand. Ps I paid 47k$ out the door for every option and a custom order color.

[@user-wq8bh4ct3u]

The custom grill looks better than the LT.

[@scroperman4612]

the custom is the poor man’s trail boss lol

[@VentureDad6]

On a teachers salary... That's what I can afford.