Hummer Is Back (H3T Upgrades & Review) | Inside Line

It’s the shortest-lived midsized truck in modern history and one of the coolest. It’s the Hummer H3T. With the Hummer brand being reimagined with the Hummer EV, we decided to take a look back at the last truck offering ever to come out of the GM camp. For this Inside Line, we are going to not only give you an overview a 2009 H3T, but show you how it was modified on the cheap.
This includes upgrading it with a new set of 17x9 Centerline 850 Atlas wheels and 35x12.50 Nitto Ridge Grapplers that were initially fit on with no lift (take that Jeep Gladiator!). While the total production of these body-on-frame trucks make them unicorns in the midsize pickup world, the fact is, it remains a sought-after vehicle.
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[@ministryofadventure]

Checking in here to show some HUMMER love! Owner of a Supercharged 2009 H3T Alpha with Rancho, 37's and a snug top ✌

[@omarzowila]

Most people originally didn’t want the H3T back in the day but nowadays, it is becoming a collector’s item because there were under 3,000 made

[@linkortho]

I own a h3t alpha. Bought it as I was tired of waiting for the gladiator at the time. I will never ever sell mine. Love everything about it. My favorite mods- superchip, adjustable ranch 9000xl shocks

[@afet472]

Im on the same boat, h3t alpha as my daily driver and love it. What is the superchip?

[@abdallahmoussa1983]

@@afet472 tuning chip for more power

[@afet472]

@@abdallahmoussa1983 nice any particular one?

[@hartbreakidj]

nice can you share a photo ? funny i’m considering the h3t now and wanted the gladiator forever but the prices are crazy

[@Berserkeroffroad]

Thanks for shedding light on an affordable Gladiator alternative. Great job getting driving shots and I appreciate you researching common complaints.

[@Roll_with_R.C.]

Nice vid, I have the 09 Alpha and love it! Does everything ...

[@bigpapi8179]

Excellent video and I own a Hummer H3 and love it. I wouldn’t get rid of it at all.

[@jgatkinson744]

I have a H3 and I like mine shame they stoped making them . I would never Buy electric vehicle I wouldn’t have even have a electric golf cart if I could’ve found a gasoline one at the time

[@stephenoliveira2652]

I got a super clean one of these at a local dealer. I'm trying to talk myself out of it but I really like these!

[@tomandhistruck]

I love my H3! Not the T, but it gets the job done! Actually in the process of doing a straight axle swap on it. Parts are hard to come by right now.

[@thunderr7.521]

I think it is one of the best trucks. I have a 2009 L5 with adventure package and rear/front lockers! so happy. Planning for a V8 conversion soon and an upgraded suspension and axles. I love it

[@hubabuba3916]

I always like this truck! And interior looks good too.Older trucks are sexy and they still keep the value

[@hellonwheels341]

I love my H3T Alpha I bought it brand new in the day and people still offer me money on site to buy mine. The small windows is one of the things I like it gives you the chop top effects but factory

[@nicot2436]

I wouldn’t compare the H3T to a Gladiator. I own the H2 and a Hmmwv, both are modified with a stand alone off road look but the H3T is a Badass Hummer as well and I have seen them in action along side of H1s & H2. I wouldn’t take anything from them in performance. As far as the dated look. I feel it gives it character and makes them unique.

[@northernidahooutdoors3748]

Thor parts makes a bunch of stuff to convert them to solid front axle.. There is support out there but you gotta look for it…

[@soloshooter2235]

Check the sun roof gasket where it meets

[@ErikisOfficial]

I like the windows. My sis had the h3 and it felt like I was in a tank or something.....because of the windows.

[@thejuicer9706]

Thanks for making this! I got the ‘09 inline 5, and it’s pretty sweet. Shame they only made em a couple of years.

[@LNXG8]

Can I get your opinion on the 5 cylinder model I am going to look at 1 this weekend I want a person with experience advice

[@thejuicer9706]

@@LNXG8 I love it, but if I could have gotten the v8 I would. It’s sluggish and not real strong on passing somebody on the highway. But the few times I’ve gotten off road, it’s great. I’ve never had to get it worked on or anything, no major issues. It’s fun to drive and does everything I’ve asked it to do. I’ll keep it forever. Only problem I’ve had and it seems to be common.... It’s not a daily driver for me, so if it sits too long, say a week or two or three and I haven’t driven it, it won’t start. Took a lot headaches and frustration but I finally figured out it seems to just be weak connection where the cables touch the battery posts. I gotta pop the hood, jiggle the battery cables and it fires right up.

[@LNXG8]

Ok another question just of curiosity i know you don't buy these trucks for gas mileage but is it as bad as they say with the i5?

[@thejuicer9706]

@@LNXG8 it’s not great. Probably do average 15. Since it’s not a daily driver, I’ve never minded. I’ve taken a few trips in it and it’s really not the end of the world.

[@LNXG8]

Perfect it wouldn't be a daily for me either sonim glad I can complain thank you for the information I hope to pick her up this weekend

[@porscheguy09]

The H3T is pretty rare especially the H3T Alpha with the 5.3 liter V8. The base engine is not powerful enough for good off road capabilities and the V8 is a must if you can find one. Even the V8 is underpowered but it’s a lot better than the base engine.

[@DrivingLine]

They unicorns for sure. We agree that both powertrains could be better in the power department. A selectable two-wheel drive transfer case and modern 8 speed transmission could have done wonders for this platform. Gone too soon!

[@MR.TOYBOX]

@@DrivingLine It would be cool if you could Sell it and get the alpha with lockers. Then Buy a hummer h3 with the 4 inch rancho kit and swap them out with the alpha h3t and then sale the h3 with stock suspension. Free kit. Put 37s on it and lets see how it does vs the gladiator off road. It would be Neat to see how a v8 fully locked IFS H3t does vs solid axle jeep gladiator.

[@zefrum3]

@@DrivingLine Im gonna swap my stock 5.3l in my alpha out for a 6.2L LS3 from Mash Motors soon

[@LEGOCAMARO]

I always loved how these looked but that i5 was a dealbreaker for me ended up getting a 05 H2 sut instead. Looks killer though h3t will still keep a eye on

[@wojramos]

Aftermarket lift pls I actually need 1 👍👍👍

[@tryfourlo2840]

Finally how the h3t tanked in sales and yet gladiator is so hot

[@guidok3762]

Thanks for this video, I can buy one here in Europe with front and rear lockers and 5 speed manual (only build 56 with manual), I think I am buying it!

[@DrivingLine]

A manual would be awesome!

[@Kevin93til]

Sick Isuzu

[@josedhernandez7777]

After the leveling was done , do the 35s still rub at full turn ? Or did the leveling kit fix this ?

[@DrivingLine]

No rubbing at all on-road. For the light-wheeling it does, we have not had an issue off-road. Though, if you were to disconnect the front sway bar, we could see the tire potentially still contacting the lower portion of the inner fender.

[@minwiralshamiri887]

Right truck at the wrong time

[@kennyboi01]

Is this for sell?

[@AllTerrainFamily]

How similar is the front suspension to a silverado of the same era? Or the Avalanche? Seems like the same design at least. And I know there are a lot of parts for those.

[@DrivingLine]

It's all 1/4-ton stuff, so it's more Colorado than anything else. Unfortunately, the that gen of Colorado never got much in the way of aftermarket support. The AWD passenger-side drop T-case and mid-tube rear tone rings make them a tough candidate for a solid-axle swap as well.

[@rang3rdude15]

I have a 2009 H3T alpha in the fire orange color. Ive been looking for the right size tonneau cover for the bed. What size or what exact bed cover is that one?

[@Ali_Mansour_Editor]

It’s the Extang Solid Fold 2.0 realtruck.com/p/extang-solid-fold-2-0-tonneau-cover/v/hummer/h3/2009/

[@MrUsp9sd]

I have a truxedo and fit great and is waterproof

[@rang3rdude15]

@@MrUsp9sd link?

[@MrUsp9sd]

@@rang3rdude15 www.autoanything.com/tonneau-covers/77A1587A3603490.aspx

[@tristanhipps604]

I have the truxedo roll up cover that they made for this truck. Way better then tri fold covers

[@bryanortiz4960]

💰FOR SALE : 27K💰 I own one H3T 1 of 48 last made in 2010 with that 5.3L With 55K miles and a lot of mods and with all luxury package including those front and rear axle Located in EL Paso TX Has a lot of mods

[@RustinRoberts]

Link

[@bryanortiz4960]

There’s no link

[@cflip7452]

07 H3 almost 200,000 miles all original and still kicking👍. What more do you want when comparable vehicles are going for $70 to 80 thousand. Keep what ya got is my theory

[@rayquiroz6763]

What type of dirt bike is that?

[@DrivingLine]

It's a Sur Ron. I did a review on it a little while back. :kzbin.info/www/bejne/jHO0Y2mOpb-FqMk

[@MrUsp9sd]

Love my 09 H3t I will never sell it

[@tristanhipps604]

I have a 2010 H3t alpha with the off-road package and I love it. It’s got 35s and It’s one of the most unique vehicles on the road. See it on IG explo_offroad

[@rayquiroz6763]

I have one near me for sale 2009 Hummer H3 Base Mileage: 162,204 Price: $18,495 What are your thoughts

[@DrivingLine]

They are getting harder to find, but I would negotiate hard with those kind miles.

[@Babeyomar]

LOBILLOS MUSICAL DE DURANGO…

[@frederickb4337]

you dont do the h3t justice ....... glad you can read a manual......there is no comparison to the jeep

[@Eidrian111]

I agree with everything except that the 5 cylinder is adequate. A child could run past you. You’re better off with the 5.3, you can get parts everywhere.

[@Scott.Kristiansen]

i wonder how many active duty troops are throwing up the diamond.

[@oriontheraptor8119]

I’d buy a EV hummer if it looked more like this

[@TheRopenNetwork]

11:17 GM is notorious for moon roof leaks. Absolutely pathetic. I own a Cadillac CTS and it leaks even with cleaning it out.

[@yamahschector]

I will trade my fj for it

[@yamahschector]

I will trade my 11 fj for it

[@tristanhipps604]

The alpha with the v8 isn’t much faster accelerating because it has lower gears then the I5. 411 vs 456

[@luisvilla799]

Cheap gladiator lol there is nothing cheap about these things in regards to price

[@fahimblack3925]

Please stop comparing the h3t and the gladiator.two totally different trucks .

[@marco-boss]

Unicorn??? Stopped watching.