2023 Colorado ZR2 Overland Build

[@PeterSierra]

In 3 seconds I see a build that finally showcases the build stance that complements the design elements better than any Colorado build to date. Beauty.

[@outlandishoverland]

Thank you!

[@NickGiordano-zu4em]

nice and clean, no snorkel yet , I had the snorkel put in and the fender had to come off for install and the gas struts I bought wont work cause the airbox is in the way so now im back to a prop rod , food for thought

[@outlandishoverland]

Good to know!

[@hoch_und_runter]

I love how you took the backseats out! Can you show it in a video how you did it or how it looks underneath? I am also wondering how you mounted the stuff. Love it, would be perfect for me and the dogs but also really useful to transport something inside and for installments for overloading. You give me many ideas!

[@outlandishoverland]

I maybe later down the road might do a video on how to do a rear seat delete.

[@franktitoni]

Siiiiiiick Truck my guy! Cool Style, Cool Functionality!

[@outlandishoverland]

Thank you!

[@Dav-S5658]

I really don't know much about these trucks, but they sure are good looking. Nice job on the seat delete! It's good to see clean wiring too. One thing though! Your rear spring shackle appears to be nearly vertical. Is that correct? That shackle should be sitting at 20 to 30 degrees off of vertical If the shackle is vertical, it will result in a harsh ride, higher stress on the spring, and it could even eventually lead to spring failure. Strictly speaking, you need to measure the angle from the datum line between the two spring eyes, but I'm trying not to confuse the hell out of you. This is actually a common thing that I see with modified leaf springs. I just did a search about this and found some pretty good KZbin tutorials. I suggest you have a look!

[@outlandishoverland]

Thank you. From the instructions provided from Leveled Up and the pictures they provided in their instructions they look exactly like mine, so based on that, they are correct? I didn't know about the angle you mentioned and will definitely look more into it. Not sure if the angle specifically applies to a more aggressive shackle, but I will take a look into it. Thanks

[@HCBossVos]

Thanks for making this vid. Enjoyed

[@outlandishoverland]

Thanks for watching!

[@Downtimelost]

Hell yeah dude ! Build is lookin rad I wish I got a zr2 ! Lol

[@outlandishoverland]

Thank you, you should have it's a big step up to the Z71 but you are in it too deep now 🤣 you still got a rad Colorado 🤟

[@Downtimelost]

@@outlandishoverland oh yeah we big deep now 😭😭😂😂

[@barryguffey8061]

My buddies Z71 rolls all the same trails as me in Florida.

[@Downtimelost]

@@barryguffey8061 the z71 is definitely capable mine keeps up with everyone also , zr2 just looks rad lol

[@outlandishoverland]

@@barryguffey8061 I mean to be fair that's not saying much. I lived in FL for majority of my life and FL trails aren't much of a challenge. Most of it is just mud and all you need for that is momentum and some clearance.

[@frankheffernan8066]

I bought my 2024 Colorado in April. Thoroughly satisfied. Can you please create content on the rear seat delete. How to remove the seats, mounting points, dimensions etc… You did EXACTLY we what I intend to do with mine.

[@outlandishoverland]

Nice congrats on the purchase. Yes, I could possibly make that a future video!

[@fuelmanadventures5800]

how close are you to the weight limit with that topper? was thinking of going with the bison, but because of all the extras, the bison only has about 1,050lbs left where as the zr2 has around 1,400lbs of play.

[@outlandishoverland]

Actually the ZR2 non-bison has a payload of 1151 lbs. This topper only weighs 300lbs. It really depends on how you build out the back with the weight. I built it myself designing it pretty much as lightweight as possible. Right now with my build out and all the equipment and us in the vehicle we are basically at the payload capacity right now.

[@Jay-me7gw]

What are the details on the disconnects? Just heim joints on the ends of threaded rods? What was used for the pins that the heim joints attached to on the knuckle and sway bar?

[@outlandishoverland]

I have a better breakdown of it and view of what it looks like in my Fins and Things video.

[@Jay-me7gw]

@@outlandishoverland Cool thanks! ill take a look.

[@lcool33]

Can you link the bracket you used for your auxbeam panel tried finding it but could not find it. thanks!

[@outlandishoverland]

www.badlandindustries.com/product-page/defrost-vent-ball-mount-2023-colorado-canyon

[@Jay-me7gw]

I like those wheels. I just put the same ones on my LX570 also with a 315/70R17.

[@outlandishoverland]

Nice! Been loving the wheels so far!

[@SCH00NY125]

did u remove the center trim to wrap it or do it while attached?

[@outlandishoverland]

I removed the center trim

[@PeterSz73]

I'm confused about the spare tire. I thought the Bison's is mounted to the bed because that size does not fit under the body yet yours is down there. I would go with the bison if it wasn't for that spare taking up all the space in the bed. How did yours fit under the bed and chevy could not figure out the same on the Bison???

[@outlandishoverland]

I don't have a full size spare underneath. It's the factory 33" tire still underneath

[@PeterSz73]

@@outlandishoverland oh that makes sense. Fyi I found a comment under another zr2 video where the guy said he was able to fit a 35 under the bed. Do you think yours would fit? It seems to be wider than the ones on the Bison.

[@outlandishoverland]

It can fit but it will hang much lower and hurt the departure angle.

[@isaiahanderson6146]

What was the reason for extenddin the breather tube ffor the rear diff?

[@outlandishoverland]

It's for water crossings. To prevent water from getting into the rear diff.

[@timannnn]

Did you have to do any clearance on the front or rear end with wheel/tire setup? Love the channel. I'm doing a similar build on a 2024 ZR2. Thanks.

[@outlandishoverland]

No clearance in the front or rear. I do slightly rub in the front when turning the wheel and slightly articulating.

[@FlyinGato]

Great video, making me miss my ZR2

[@outlandishoverland]

Thank you!

[@harolddenton6031]

I almost bought a 2024 zr2 buson in this sand dune metalkic color but i decided just to buy a regular zr2 in the harvest brinze metallic color. That daved me an extra about 12 grand. Now i am about yo change out tge stock wheels and tires. Debating whether to go with method or black rhino wheels in bronze,gold or black color. Might go with pizza cutter size wheeks in 255/80r 17 or 255/85r17 sizes. That way my gas economy does not tak as bad of a hit. Also trying yo devide what brand if tires i want to.put on tge yruck. I love nitto ridge or recon grapplers/ Falken wildoeak At4w/mickey thompson baja boss A/T/bf Goodrich K03 and copper AT3/XLT or STT Maxx.

[@brianpatton6522]

Really nice build so far. Unless I missed it, where did you get the gear shift/console vinyl wrap? I've been looking for something to go on my '13 Colorado Trail Boss.

[@outlandishoverland]

Thank you, maybe I missed it but it's this wrap amzn.to/3xQInwz

[@brianpatton6522]

@@outlandishoverland Thanks man. Good luck on your build.

[@just4ivaylo92]

You're not making it easy on me to not buy a ZR2. 😂 Nice build.

[@outlandishoverland]

Thank you, I mean it's worth the purchase 🤣

[@Downtimelost]

Buy one !

[@Jay-me7gw]

I had the opportunity to test drive one in February in Salt Lake City at a dealer that had 3 ZR2's come in at the same time. I went down there 90% sure that I was going to trade in my 2014 F150 Ecoboost for it, but I gotta be honest, after the test drive I was kind of disappointed in the powertrain. It did NOT feel like it was making the torque the claim. This was coming from my 1400 lb heavier F150 that makes less torque(on paper) and was on the same exact tires but in a 315/70R17 from a Bronco sasquatch. It should have felt significantly stronger than my F150. I ended up walking away. I could have bought it that night but I had also test driven several gladiator EcoDiesels in the prior weeks and felt it was much stronger and all around a better truck(IMHO). Ultimately, I didn't buy the Gladiator either because they have significant cooling issues while towing, which I need my truck to do. If it were not for the towing issues, I would have a Gladiator Rubicon EcoD in my garage. All I am saying is, do your due diligence. The ZR2 was a fine truck but it was not going to fit my needs.

[@elginwang1572]

Beautiful ZR2. Wondering if you can fit 315s without a lift?

[@outlandishoverland]

Perhaps with the correct offset

[@SpaceCadet403]

why do you need the quick link on the front suspection?

[@outlandishoverland]

To articulate better and much smoother on washboard roads

[@Jfay330675]

What vent mount is the auxbeam on?

[@outlandishoverland]

It's from Badlands Industries

[@bricks-mortar]

Nice. Guess those rock sliders came with vehicle.

[@outlandishoverland]

@@bricks-mortar Yes those are standard on the ZR2

[@stern2701]

I’m torn between what I like best the Colorado or Canyon.

[@outlandishoverland]

Both great options but they are identical copies of each other, the Colorado is a better bargain.

[@TuffPeen]

Hey i saw you recently changed the fluid on your front and rear diffs. Any advice on interval timing, fluid choice or anything else? Manual doesnt have any info unfortunately. Super sick build btw been watching since you first got it

[@outlandishoverland]

Interval timing all depends on how you use your truck. I just changed mine just due to the break-in of the components, I figured it was going to be metal shavings in the diffs. I plan to change my diff fluids every 30k miles or so. I used Mobil 1 Delvac 75w90 because it's one of the few 75w90 oils that doesn't use limited slip additives in it. You don't want LSD additives due to our lockers.

[@TuffPeen]

@@outlandishoverland killer, thank you so much. Appreciate the reply

[@freedompanda9438]

Looks good! I’m going to test drive a Colorado ZR2 this month, one is coming in to the local dealership. How have you liked the overall ZR2 experience? Also, love the overall setup. I think I recognize that road from hiking the PCT!

[@outlandishoverland]

Thank you. So far I have been loving it so far with some very minor complaints (which will be an upcoming video of my negatives with the truck). I have just under 7,000 miles with the ZR2 and some pretty hard offroading with it and absolutely no issues this far.

[@barryguffey8061]

Very nice

[@outlandishoverland]

Thank you

[@barryguffey8061]

Moab put everthing East Coast to shame. Chevy rolled it all.

[@voyasystem]

Did you say sway bar quick disconect ?!

[@outlandishoverland]

Yes you heard correct, it was a custom sway bar disconnect my brother and I created (he is a mechanical engineer). I had a small segment about it in my Fins and Things ZR2 video showing how it works.

[@jessylucano6121]

Are those 35 tires?

[@outlandishoverland]

Yes they are.

[@DavidMunoz-kd2tp]

How’d they fit? Any rubbing?

[@NavyLDO]

Nice truck! Curious…how did those heavy @$$ Falken 35s affect your performance and gas mileage!?

[@outlandishoverland]

Performance wise you really don't feel them driving around, the torque the 2.7L makes is more than enough to move them around. Gas mileage took a little hit the problem is I put on the topper and tires very close to each other so I don't know exactly which affected my MPG more but I dropped with the addition of both about 2 MPG. I average currently on the highway at 70-75 MPH at around 15-16 MPG

[@NavyLDO]

@@outlandishoverland Thanks. I can live with the gas mileage hit. Appreciate the info!

[@barryguffey8061]

Yea

[@barryhadar4486]

doesn’t have switches come from the factory

[@outlandishoverland]

There is an option to have 4 switches from the factory but in my opinion I don't like where it mounts and 4 was not enough. There is technically 1 aux switch that it comes with.

[@YtRando69]

Your deavers look flat already 😅

[@outlandishoverland]

Just the weird camera angle, they still have plenty of curvature to them.