FIRST HILL CLIMB IN LIFTED 1995 SUBURBAN Was A Smashing Success!!

FIRST HILL CLIMB IN LIFTED 1995 SUBURBAN Was A Smashing Success!!
First Off-Road Experience In LIFTED 1995 SUBURBAN Was A Smashing Success!!
After installing a Rough Country 2-3" lift kit as well as BFGoodrich KO2 DT tires I felt it was time to take the 1995 GMC Suburban out for a trail run. Not only was it fun, it was a smashing success. I do have a few concerns that I'll have to look into but overall I'm very impressed with this truck.
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[@noahthompson9281]

Trust me your truck can do a lot more than what you just did! I have taken my '99 completely stock on some pretty serious rocky roads in Colorado, some up to 12000 ft! With all the awesome upgrades you have you should trust your truck to do a lot more! It gets really fun!

[@MrJerry160]

you'd be surprised what i was doing with a 2007 Honda CRV 2wd! that light vehicle is nimble

[@allanwagner4570]

your rig is alot more capable than you think !!! be careful and just let the truck do the work 4 low is always best your only down fall will be approach,, departure,, and brake over angles

[@billbly1691]

Great video remember when going up a steep hill watch your oil pressure some times the oil pump won't pick it up

[@scout4locations]

@Billy Bly what do you mean that the oil pump won't pick it up? Do you mean that the oil level goes below where the pump can reach it and pump it back up?

[@billbly1691]

Yes sir

[@benkanobe7500]

@@billbly1691 Unlikely. GM/Chevy tests the crap out those engines in extreme conditions. I think maybe you meant to make sure your oil level is to specification because if it isn't, your oil pick up tube could suck air and you could damage your engine.

[@craigtallbrother4545]

I 4 wheel all da time in my 96 Silverado, up to 75-80 degrees. An my engine is still running like a champ. Oil pressure is still good.

[@mircea415ify]

Lol I need to make friends with him because that how much I love my Suburban

[@alphaomegaello]

Damn, looks way better than my Suburban! Now I want a lift!

[@howtobecomerich4498]

Hahaha. You will be fine

[@piggsy20]

Just a little one

[@TheMskittykat35]

I'm a Chevy type of girl ... Always had CONFIDENCE in my trucks .. DRIVE THAT TRUCK..😄 I HAD A WHITE 99 CHEVY TAHOE FOR ALMOST 8YRS LOVED THAT TRUCK

[@byronrivera6232]

Lower tire pressure with give you a lot more grip! So a air compressor would be a good investment, when your all done just air back up. Nice truck 👍

[@1RoadGarage]

Thanks for the tips!

[@jeromeburrasca6710]

Suburban's rule, I love mine too. Keep yours forever, loaded new ones are $80k out the door now. New trucks get old real fast. :)

[@missingremote4388]

Same . 454 4X4 GMC

[@1RoadGarage]

Completely agree!!

[@miguelr6989]

New trucks get old real fast. Now that's an underated comment

[@rh8611]

2005 Chevy suburban z71. Love it

[@WeekendWarrior604]

2002 GMC Yukon and I love it! I won't be able to afford a new one for a mighty long time hahaha

[@israelrios7612]

Just got 33's for 93. mud terrains. I'm going to go with a 2 or 3 inch lift. U gave high hopes for adventures with my little family

[@TOMAS-lh4er]

Be careful when you're in 4low, don't forget, not to go too fast in that gear . The engine RPM will probably remind you. I have a '93 siera 2500/4x4, You are going to be amazed at what that truck can do as you get more time in with it out in the hills !! Remember you have 3 well-positioned SKID PLATES on that trk. also , they protect you on those deep ruts . YOU DID RIGHT to get out and look any time you're not sure> next time you'll see the same thing and not have to because you'll know if you can or not !! YOU got a great deal on that trk. and you have really improved it more , I love to see nice people like you get blessed like that . and then letting me in on what you do so I can improve mine ! YOU basically have a new trk. there that can last for the next 25 years at least ! where can you buy a new trk . with options you put on, for what you have in it so far $$ ?? thanks alot .

[@1RoadGarage]

Great comment! Thanks!!

[@marascatony]

My dad bought a truck like this two months ago and I am very excited after watching this video. it's great. Thank you

[@90pontiac]

The burb looks great Jimmy, keep the vids coming can't wait to see more.. I have a 94 Chevy suburban Silverado trim k1500 with 180,ooo miles it never gets old I enjoy driving it and off road with it , go on family trips I even use it for work at construction sites.. 🇺🇸👍 Like a Rock..

[@jacobn3160]

You can cut the bumpstops off under the upper control arm, and a lot of people do. I did it because I have a torsion key lift also with factory control arms and couldn’t get it aligned because it was hitting them. It definitely rides a lot better without them. The only thing is, when you jack the vehicle up the front suspension is completely is maxed out. Since you plan to use your 4wd when you’re on some rough terrain, I’d recommend keeping them. They’ll help keep your cv angles from breaking if the suspension is really flexed. If you have a welder you can cut it off and move it down about 1/2”

[@gnd8024]

Have to say jimmy these are beautiful trucks I have a 96 Silverado with the 5.7 vortec and I have a 1990 suburban with the 5.7 tbi with over 380k on original engine but the photos of your truck could have been used for gm factory stock photos of the truck YOU SHOULD BE A GM PHOTOGRAPHER love all the videos as well 👍

[@cevans2021]

I grew up camping in a old 60's GMC Suburban with my dad, and I take my family camping in a last gen (97) GMC Suburban. Been wanting to put a small lift on her and take her out more and watching your videos gives me hope for life in the old girl.

[@michaelgeorge2]

I love how much you love the truck…… you’re genuinely stoked

[@mickymaust2059]

Dude I wouldn't have hesitated to take my 2wd suburban anywhere you went.

[@1RoadGarage]

As long as it had a locker you'd probably be okay.

[@mickymaust2059]

@@1RoadGarage it does and I would. I know your new at the offroad thing I am not giving you a hard ti.e just trying to motivate you to attempt to see what that truck is capable of. Go out and have fun. It's a chevy so when you break it there a plenty of parts available to fix it.

[@joshmiller1928]

Purchased a 2004 K1500 Suburban Dec. 2019. Has 4wd and 4w low. No 2wd at all,it's so sweet. Handles like a dream. Air ride has been replaced with coil overs in the rear. I love it! Was a Ford Guy til I got the Suburban.

[@duncdunc76]

Man just found your chan an am so excited! Subbed and liked right away. I've got a 1994 4x4 Chevy Suburban 6.5 Diesel that I want to build into an overlander and your chan looks like a great resource for info ideas and entertainment. I'll be watching and Thanks for sharing! Just cant beat the 1995 Suburban body style and your truck is Beautiful!

[@1RoadGarage]

Sean Duncan awesome! Love the 6.5L!

[@mciver47]

Good job. I have a 96 that the in tank fuel pump recently died, but now has been replaced this week and working fine. I call my GMC the Urban Assault Vehicle.

[@eugeneredsteer919]

Always keep it in 4 low when ur descending a hill. Lest work for ur brakes. Good video. U will gain more experience as u continue to off road. Its better to go with other vehicles in case anything happens.

[@NotOnYourLife]

Nice job, and it is smart to get to know how the Burb will handle those hills. I give you mounds of credit for taking it slow and looking at the task before tackling it. I have a 03 AWD Yukon XL Denali, so single speed diff and I made it up hills like that and a little worse, covered with loose rock and gravel and the thing just crawled up it. The full size SUV is far more capable than many give it credit for, just stay off narrow paths.

[@supertrzy]

Nice truck! It looks really great, specially with that landscape behind 👍 Love the idea with photos

[@owencanfish]

All Around, Great Video Jim! The Pic was Epic ! Lets Go!!!!! ⛰🏔

[@1RoadGarage]

Yes dude!!

[@Rankedl]

Man I got a 99 Tahoe and back when I was younger it also went up and down easily, hopefully I get it to the point where I can do something like this either with friends or family

[@fabianatencio6634]

Welcome to the world of 4x4ing there's nothing like it... Don't be afraid to put the burb to work🤙🏼

[@camarokurt]

I love your Suburban! wish mine was that nice and low miles. You're right, these Suburbans are the best looking of alk the generations. I used to go off roading in the California desert a lot when I was young. I had an '84 Ramcharger with a 4" lift and BF Goodrich 33X12.5. Yes, the hills just don't look steep on camera, but they are. I'm looking forward to getting my '98 Suburban all sorted out and taking it off road next spring/summer.

[@69mustang]

Love your channel!!! keep it up!

[@SanProsan1993]

Thanks for the inspiration! Had my 1995 Chevy Tahoe for over a year. Raptor Lined it, but still never had a chance to take it overlanding. Hopefully before the end of this year I'll get a chance to do so... Not many spots near me in NC to go off road without breaking a law. Wish I was in the West...

[@1RoadGarage]

North Carolina? Breaking the law?? What do I not know about??

[@SanProsan1993]

@@1RoadGarage Lots of open land here, but any fun section of it is always private property, and owners are grumpy grandpas with shotguns lol. Closest off road park is an hour away from me.

[@cynthiaramp7440]

I have a 19994x4 slt Yukon Truck and love it. I'm fixing it up too. Going to go off Roading and Camping 🥾🏕️. Thanks for your knowledge.

[@pcgspot5701]

I did a fire trail in Big Sir ca right off the 1 with a 6x10 utility trailer on back, in 4low the suburban is a beast,I hit an area that was loose and probably 10% grade and started spinning,luckily was at a turn around,I have a 96' burb with the 5.7 4x4 now I'm gonna go full tilt with,you have one of the best bug out 4x4 trucks there are,enjoy!

[@andrewduis1881]

Looking for one in my area now...found a Diesel 4 x 4 same year.....looking to use it for a camper/traveling truck....for hunting outside of my area.....Congrats ...God has blessed you again

[@jonmarshall9237]

You seem to be in my area around Santa Clarita there’s some fun stuff to discover in the area and explore. Be safe and keep the videos coming! I have a 96 and just have to put my lift on it! 225000 miles on it, bought it in Idaho for $450 put brakes and tires on it and drove it 8 times back and forth and the motor gave up the ghost , I’ve replaced everything in the drivetrain, From the Radiator Back to the rear end! I’ll never sell it, mines a Barn Door too

[@jforst779887]

Tie-Rod sleeves or HD tierods are a popular upgrade on these trucks when you drive off road.

[@Whatley209]

99 Yukon here. Looking forward to start my overland adventures. Very cool man

[@Facelessman42001]

Makes me miss my 87 Lifted Suburban. Great Job Bruthaman. 👍🏼👍🏽👍🏾👍🏿🇺🇲🇮🇱🇺🇲🤘🏿🤘🏾🤘🏽🤘🏼

[@user-ym5bb2ei7i]

🖕🖕🖕🖕🖕🖕

[@MrJerry160]

the hills never look the same grade on camera so i can only imagine the beast of a hill it is!

[@howtobecomerich4498]

Yooo God. I loved your camera skills photographer

[@theaveragejoestinkeringand4407]

I love that body style. I have a 99 Tahoe it does great.

[@Rankedl]

The average Joe’s tinkering And Repair Show same man

[@leemathis6053]

This is the best upgrade to do on a 90s suburban, tried to send a pic of mine but, anyway I put a double electric radiator fan setup from a 07 dodge caravan, easy mod, keeps it at 180 all day with ac...

[@bluemoth1879]

Wicked....🤟🏼 Awesome. Great video. 👍 Beautiful views... Love the suburbans.

[@1RoadGarage]

Thanks!!

[@capnplaidbeard]

Those old ‘burbs are surprisingly capable, I got my hands on a ‘94 k2500 and it has gone through some pretty off-camber stuff with nothing but a good set of tires and the factory rear auto locker. They’re not rock-crawlers by any means, but they’re pretty tough! It’s definitely a plus that I have the FF 14-bolt though, gives me a little more peace of mind

[@MrJerry160]

awesome brother! Make a video show casing the beast. I just got a 96 k2500 and i'm falling in love with the tank 3/4 ton burbans are

[@dylantoale111]

That looks just like a trail I’ve taken a few time just south of Pocatello Idaho. Fun little trail I’ve done it in a stock short box k1500 with street tires. Had no doubt you’d be fine

[@jimparker7778]

This is the way to do it. Buy and fix up an old pickup or an old SUV and have fun with it. Brand new Suburbans and Yukons are so expensive today that it makes so much more sense to do the rough-roading with the beater (pretty nice beater!).

[@Kris-vz1ly]

Dude one of your best videos also that rig is bad azzzzz

[@franks7293]

Rig looks beautiful 👍🏽. It’s definitely a lot more capable that what you think💪🏽. Keep exploring!

[@joedirt5295]

Love the Suburbans ihave 2 an 86 lifted and a 96 2500 that is getting a lift and converted to overlanding!!!! I'm on the wet side of the state from ya!!

[@joejoe-qn4hu]

That's smart wheeling sending GPS coordinations to a buddy just in case its always nice to have co-pilot as a extra Lookout and hand in case things get a little sideways. Suburban looks sweet i have a 04 put on level kit torsion keys gonna do non torsion lift this summer to run 35s

[@04JALD]

Beautiful. I love my 96 future overlander vehicle 😁

[@samsquires2877]

That truck is gorgeous.

[@billbird3833]

I loved my blazers. You might want to look into the factory skid plates for transmissions and gas tanks.

[@Ronaldo-de8js]

I like this off roading videos im looking foward to seeing more off roading videos

[@mikep780]

Rough country steering stabilizer will help with the life of your tie rod ends and idler arm and also less jolting in the steering wheel.

[@skywalker2852]

I've got a '94 2-door. It works well off-road too (in the light to moderate stuff I've done). One thing, when you're not sure of the road - get out and walk it 1st so you know it's passable and safe to navigate. As it turns out, you did fine, but just a tactic for future excursions

[@1RoadGarage]

Sky Walker thanks!!

[@steviepusmc88]

I love your enthusiasm!

[@goodbonezz1289]

Great job on the truck..that suburban is awesome.

[@adamshartley]

Try the trail from pioneer town to big bear. Or rowher flats or gold mountain ⛰ or Cleghorn. Nice burban man. Maybe I will see ya out there one time. I have a 2003 and love it. Dirtnation is a local 4x4 club great crew of guys and always welcoming new members. Amazing what you will try in your truck when there is a crew of people to help. Stay safe man!

[@davidmscott4409]

Having fun, what it’s all about.

[@MonkeySlapper64]

You have inspire me to do so many things to my 98 K2500 454. Especially your recent light videos. With this lift, after all this time, what would you recommend from your time together? I have been considering this specific lift for a year now. 🤔

[@l.cfootman3259]

Good job man!

[@Qualls_MD]

Looks like my driveway up here in Montana our old Astrovan AWD makes it out even in the snow (most of the time) we now have a 2005 Suburban to get us out

[@freddytunes303]

One hell of a truck

[@ronnieDshman18]

You gotta trust your sub more my dude, i live on a ranch and whenever i need to get somewhere i dont think most of our stuff can go i grab the sub, she never lets me down

[@Tess_untamed]

Just so you know another good shock is the Rancho. They have the standard rs5000x and the adjusable rs9000x . I had the rs5000x on my 96' Dodge Dakota 4x4 and loved them. One thing to do would be to air down your tire's , they would grab better.

[@truthx5854]

What a nice truck. You know what we do with trucks like yours in Saudi. Dude GMC old (90’s and down) trucks can handle a lot. They’re well made !

[@pathslesstrampled9906]

Do you have a limited-slip on the rear diff? Option G80 on the RPO sheet in the glove box. Great hill climb! Looks like you're up in the hills right behind my house.

[@JAY-R21]

How can someone dislike this

[@fatimadnoor7563]

Trust mE No One: because they got stuck before 😅

[@rickdaystar477]

Because someone drove over the top of there Prius in a jacked Suburban..

[@Quis85]

Great video. One thing you kept talking about was the bump stops. Which are there for a reason. Now you can buy bigger ones or smaller. But they Protect from you over extension of your structs ans shocks. Otherwise you will buttom out. You don't want to do that. You could pop a spring etc. So if I were you I would not cut bump stops. It's plays a important role. But your truck do what you will. NEVERTHELESS I totally love the video

[@1RoadGarage]

Thank you. I'm actually meaning the droop stops. The part of the frame that keeps the droop from going too low. I know I kept saying bump stop...

[@Quis85]

@@1RoadGarage lol oh ok. I drive a 06 H3 hummer and I just replaced my bump stops lol 😂. Rotted out lol. Front were already new. But nevertheless oh ok now I get what you're saying lol. Mybad lol

[@TheSteve1175]

Well you just got bit,, be safe and be blessed.. 😁

[@saulrobles2150]

Amazing trip, don't forget to change the air filter.

[@yummiermussel5331]

The man said "ive got a wife and child at home and they want me to make dinner" lol. Times we live in.

[@robertpedroza6794]

I know, I was like WTF?

[@jdleschw]

The tailgate on your rig would work out really good for an overland rig.

[@MasonAK.1]

Not bad, but don't be scared. I've taken a '04 CR-V that's only front wheel drive in some sketchy dried up creek but it wasn't a big deal since it was mostly hard packed... it's the loose stuff that gets you stuck and the rough stuff that breaks things. Heck, I've had to "rally" my Lancer down my friends overly long red clay driveway after a hard rain because there was only one way out... not recommended but it was no worse than roads with potholes or under construction with a bit of mud on top lol... only difference was if I stopped or went to slow I'd get stuck. Now that was a fun time lmao

[@rogeriorodriguez1212]

Another worthwhile project is dripping out the complete interior seats and all and applying a product called lizard skin sound control and lizard skin ceramic insulation two coats of each on the interior batmetal of the truck that should make a big difference in the quality of your vehicle.

[@rogeriorodriguez1212]

There's a fiberglass company in Southern California, it's called fiberine. They do camper tops Custom for your suburban. It would make your suburban into a mobile command center. 👍 I wish you well on your journey

[@1RoadGarage]

That sounds interesting!

[@rogeriorodriguez1212]

@@1RoadGarage you could try to install the swivel seat on the Suburban. You just need to go to the wrecking yard and see what parts are compatible from other vehicles kind of like a Frankenstein thing but as long as it's GM parts from GM truck we should be good.

[@dillonh321]

Beautiful Suburban. I had a 1997 Suburban HD, tan and brown two tone, lift kit. Loved it, wish I had had a suburban again.

[@1RoadGarage]

I friggin love it

[@JBlinky67]

Oh brother. You should see the rocks we take our Tahoes /Suburbans/ Silverados over. Drive that thing!

[@mariosmaragos7440]

Hey man you are such a nice guy.I feel like you with my pajero sport.

[@fatimadnoor7563]

6:52 your suburban needs the restroom so bad it’s front wheels are tucked lol

[@altonneese3315]

I feel the same way about my 95 z71!

[@Silverback_GMT410]

I've done Gorman is my C1500 Burban. Hella fun

[@OmniMIT]

By the way, your Suburban is awesome. I'm really in love. I guess that's why I'm going to get one of these.

[@jeremiahtsosie40jt]

I’ve done that in my 2wd Yukon they are very capable just send it parts are cheap and your tires aren’t big enough to snap and axle

[@photog1529]

I have a '95 Chevy K1500 Suburban (original owner) that I'm in the process of converting for my photography road trips. Looking to build a sleeping platform with slide out drawers to keep camera gear and other supplies out of view, but first need a solution for the inside-mounted spare tire. Not too keen on stowing it on the roof since I don't want to wrestle getting a 70 or 80 pound tire on/off the roof. Looking for a rear bumper with a swing arm to mount the spare and still have access to the rear barn doors...just aren't too many aftermarket solutions available for a Suburban (plenty though if you happen to have a tiny 4Runner) short of having one fabricated. Any ideas? I'm all ears.

[@darellgholston9720]

Great videos you should probably invest in a portable air pump as well for when you may have to air down.

[@mackenzieyoung2194]

hit that e brake on them hills before changing into park and take it off after changing back to gear it helps save the parking paul and will hold the truckk a lil safer in theory. also lock it b4 changing gears on a hill itll help keep them from chunking into gear.

[@charles1983]

I enjoy your videos, quite the inspiration. I have a 92 GMC suburban, says z71 on the side. Not sure if that is legit or not. Mine has 400k miles on it or so, it is in much rougher shape than yours, but I'm putting the work into it to get it nicer.

[@frankbaio9058]

I love this truck

[@christophergoodman8720]

I own a ram with 35s and a jeep on 35s . And love cruising in my suburban on 33s more than both of them

[@dontderockmeriz4546]

I’ll admit I’m not a GM fan but that is a beautiful rig Jimmy.

[@Fraserfirrr]

So are you going to keep the stock bumpers or are you going to get some beefier ones? Truck looks amazing by the way

[@AK-ky3ou]

Looks fun

[@ronthompson2366]

Look back... late 80's early 90's ... Chevy had a Ducks Unlimited Camo version special package... included a jon boat on top, camo seat covers and wood trim... very nice vehicle to fit the cross between off road, mild off road, and people hauling... just something to look up and use for ideas .... Subs are great vehicle sadly the older ones are drove to the grave, many are rusted in the back from launching boats, headlining falling... just used up they are so good...

[@beastT44]

Did you ever figure out the bump stop issue? Or was it the extension pieces you put on the shocks? Wondering because I will be installing the same lift on my truck this weekend.

[@rudyfelixxxcruzzz3575]

OBS for the win baby!

[@pull5034]

I put in 5000# air bags on the rear of my 99, the kit i got is for a K2500. You should look into it.

[@Formulabruce]

Next up? E-Locker for front axle !

[@PanzerPlatform]

Looking good. Did you find a good "cheap" tire pressure monitoring system yet? -Chuck

[@PanzerPlatform]

So it's like that huh? The suspense is killing me. Lol

[@daltonholley5659]

Your truck is awesome, does the rear axle have posi trac? Cause that makes a huge difference in where you can go with confidence

[@mariotoro8437]

Great job! What tire size you have on it? Tks