I Replaced the ORIGINAL SHOCKS in my 228k Tahoe with Something a Little Better!

[@PreserveGameness5280]

The best generation tahoe in style hands down everybody wanted one of these when they first came out especially the Z71 option

[@cesarjimenez7142]

I’m 16 years old and I love your videos cause you show how to fix things and put new things in thanks for making these vids to make me more smart on cars and trucks 🙏🏽

[@bryan8112]

😊😊😊

[@bryan8112]

😊😊😊

[@2003monte]

You can go at those front struts from the top. Right in the engine bay, just hit them with an impact

[@miiiikee_]

I just rebuilt the front end of my Yukon, new upper and lower control arms, hubs, sway bar links, shocks, and belltech drop knuckles. The rear end drop comes next weekend. Front sits awesome and the new joints definitely tightened it up. Those bilsteins are definitely an upgrade tho👍

[@myboyble]

I have a 05 Yukon and love the Tahoe videos. I replaced the front and rear shocks last fall. Those front shocks were a real pain

[@HeadFlowInc]

I literally laughed out loud after you compressed the first shock! 🤣😂🤣

[@buzztrip84]

Always check the RPO numbers to see what Suspension came on your vehicle and you might be surprised to find out what it comes with. Plus how much better it will ride with the correct shocks. Factory parts are always worth it

[@finnsjustanotherday1481]

235k on my 05 tahoe and I'm suprised just how many parts are still factory off the assembly line.

[@CloroxGodThe1st]

That specific generation and the one before it chevy was making bulletproof trucks.

[@brielsaideles]

This is one of my favorite "project" cars on KZbin. It's simple, and all the modifications that you have done, like the new wheels and the infotainment were super nice, and not something straight out of a slammed supra. Congrats my dude!

[@lsxmatt]

A link to the new shocks is in the description!

[@magaly3424]

Would these shocks work wit a 2004 tahoe LT model air ride suspension

[@codyaguirre9215]

@@magaly3424 I don't believe the air ride suspension is compatible . I could be wrong when you search for shocks on various auto parts suppliers websites it usually gives you options and says compatible with or without whatever suspension package your tahoe Is equipped with. Check out carid website lots of options and gives you options based on vehicle subpackage.

[@bdtaylor1979]

Before you replace the washer fluid reservoir check your washer fluid pump itself. I have an 03 Silverado and my dad had an 04 Silverado and both of them leaked washer fluid. Turns out the washer fluid pump housing is made from plastic and it eventually cracks causing it to leak washer fluid. Replaced just the washer fluid pump on both trucks and no more leak.

[@67neeley]

I just put a touch country leveling kit and it made a massive difference, I have about 260k. Had original front shocks, and they were completely gone, I could compress them and they stayed compressed.

[@cowboysrockthehowdy]

Absolutely love how you cover the entire process in these videos! Keep up the solid work. Really helps when i work on my Tahoe. Been considering upgrading the shocks since i've seen other people upgrade to the Bilsteins as well, but am unsure how it would affect the "air ride".

[@steveobrien8792]

I used to have an 08 Tacoma TRD Off-Road that had Bilstein Shocks and Like you said it Felt like it road on Rails. I loved that suspension setup. I now Drive a 2016 Chevy Silverado and the suspension is way to soft for my liking. I've been contemplating swapping to Bilsteins to see if it would add some firmness to the suspension but I guess that is not the case.

[@RatdogDRB]

Nice to see the Tahoe getting some love again.

[@JrJ-j2r]

are these supposed stick replacement? or for your two inch lift on it? just wondering if there's a difference or not

[@KM-bv3fp]

I just did the shocks on my Express van. On the front shock, I found you can sawzall the top off, much easier. 👍

[@stephenjohnston226]

I agree completely with ya. I have a few of them gm trucks and never could really tell much difference with new Ones. Good vid.

[@dp-r.est.8995]

Stephen Johnston so I can just grab some regular Monroe’s and be ok? I don’t do any off reading. Just city and highway driving.

[@CameronLegend]

Love what you’re doing Matt, you’re an inspiration! Keep killing the game!

[@jberkhimer]

I had an 01 Tahoe and it was the same for me, no real difference in feeling when I replaced the shocks. I got more of a difference from changing the tires and springs.

[@adamger12]

I'm impressed your shocks moved. My factory shocks off of my 38k mile Sierra were completely shot.

[@jkash56]

How is the ride difference between the 4600 and the 5100 both being at stock height on a 2004 Tahoe z71 4x4? Daily driver no off roading or towing The 5100’s I’m looking at are 0-2.5 inches so I know they work at stock height as well but the question I can’t find the answer to is what rides between between the two and which would you get if price doesn’t matter?

[@MoloneLabe]

So I have an 05 suburban. The front end feels so loose and feels super floaty especially when I get on it. It’s sketchy it doesn’t feel planted. I feel like the shocks are shot but idk. I’ve replaced a lot of components in the steering and nothing is fixing it. I get this pull when driving down a straight road like it like to walk. I have to pin the wheel the other way to keep straight.

[@Johncetrone]

Sounds like it could be tires

[@arianmartinez5529]

Brooo yesss finally a Tahoe video man !! Love the Tahoe videos just because I have a Tahoe 😂I do everything to mine as you do to yours

[@jeromegray2]

I just installed the 5100’s on my 04 Yukon. I love them

[@1969ways]

Are you on stock ride height? The 5100 are slightly longer right? My torsion is almost maxed and still sags a bit on the front.

[@WthaHatchet]

Did that subwoofer ever end up fitting and was there a plug already there for it? I think that's a rare option. Especially on a base SLS model.

[@raserx63]

Oh wow...in February , I put the same shocks in my 05’ , silver birch z71. I also did the upper control arms, poly sway bar bushings and end links while I was at it. Massive difference. It’s not wallowing like a pig now.

[@dariog36th]

I saw one of your more recent videos where you went back to the stock 17" wheels. Did going up to 18" really make the ride stiffer that it made you go back to the original?

[@telecomgiant]

I just replaced my original shocks on my 04 Tahoe with 235k. But also added a 6" lift kit.

[@jeffschultz76]

I have an 06 tahoe with the premium z55 rear shocks, will those billsteins replace them, the original acdelco shocks are $300 a pair, ouch

[@mayken6661]

Great question. I have ZW7/G65 . Did you find decent replacement?

[@SydWaters1776]

I have a 05 tahoe with 232k miles. Changing shocks now and the front were original. The rear have some pretty beefy Sachs shocks(15029588 txu). Not sure if they are original or not, not a lot of info to read up on. These shocks still look really good, rubber is just starting to crack. I'm about 200 pounds and after I took them off i can't compress them a single cnt hair.(due to being for heavier loads perhaps and that's why its so much more beefy than the replacement ones?) I'm replacing but not sure I really need too.. Bought it with 202k miles

[@chriskubond6314]

It's gonna be a new truck by the time you're finished with it. Congrats on 50k subs. Won't be long till that's doubled

[@lsxmatt]

Thanks!

[@jewllake]

Those were original! I put the same Bilstein shocks in the front of my 06 Yukon 4x4. I did order new shock bushings from GM as they are more heavy duty, and have that sleeve to eat up the large hole in the upper frame mount.

[@robsshop8704]

I put rancho shocks on mine after a lift kit, I made so much of a difference in ride quality on mine. But I had to cut the stud off before I took the nut off on the front

[@sotos2428]

I have a big question, can I use those front shocks on a 06 Yukon Denali my suspension is just like urs except for the air ride in the back

[@dylancollins7133]

Will those shocks work for the auto ride if I’m trying to get rid of it

[@dannyboy5412]

I had the 4600 Bilstein and honestly I ended up buying the originals shocks that came in my gmc 1500. I loved how the shocks felt in cold days but in warmer days they sucked idk if climate played a roll on the shocks. Last thing about the 4600 is I kept bottoming out..?

[@Whitelightningchallenger]

Just had to replace my water pump on my 05 Tahoe. It was the original one and it had 139,000 miles on that and also I had changed out the serpentine and a/c belt belts that were also original.

[@evhexrc1765]

Had about the same experience with my ‘03 Z71 Silverado. Replaced the shocks with some ProComp ES3000’s I got a helluva deal on and I’m happy with them. Down the road, I’ll get some new, better shocks, but I’m fixing up this rusty coastal Chevy for my first truck so I don’t have money to throw around for long travel Bilsteins or Kings🤷🏼‍♂️. That’s gotta go towards new leaf springs which are completely cooked. Made in Mexico smh.

[@seangowan7441]

Is alignment needed after replacing front shocks on a torsion bar front suspension?

[@ebels3]

Can you show us you air suspension setup? I'm thinking of adding rear bags to my suburban for towing.

[@lsxmatt]

I go through the setup here and show how it works: kzbin.info/www/bejne/sHuqlHd-hdWdpJY

[@ebels3]

10-4. Thanks. Your Tahoe videos are super helpful. And well produced.

[@mayken6661]

My rear shock(left) on 2004 Tahoe 101K is leaking. RPO ZW7 and G65 . Must I use the expensive Nivomats ??

[@tokuzumi1]

I had a bear of a time getting the passenger front top nut off the shock. I ended up using my impact wrench and was able to work it off. Driver's side was cake. The hydroboost was leaking power steering fluid all over the top nut, so the impact just zinged it right off.

[@kenstrickbine]

@LsxMatt curious to what year your Tahoe is and what rear suspension you have? my assumption is not the "smooth ride" (ZW7 RPO Code) or "auto ride" (Z55) premium suspensions and that yours is just the conventional (Z71 and Z66 RPO Codes) ?

[@lsxmatt]

No smooth ride unfortunately. I personally would love to have it even though it’s expensive to fix.

[@daniellizarraga7993]

I put bilsteins on my tahoe, and they're definitely worth it compared to auto part shocks. Keep up the hard work Matt!

[@opera93]

Daniel Lizarraga thanks, I have always used MONROES in a lifetime from Indiana( now in Hekena Valley, no real MONROE/ Tenneco Service here):: relooking at BILSTEIn( had KONI ONCE , on TransAM SPECIAL ED).....

[@mayken6661]

Did you have the Nvomat (self level)?

[@rgs4x]

My shocks on my 05 only lasted 25,000 miles. I replaced them with KYB's 125K later still rides excellent.

[@alexanderchenf1]

The front shock does not have coil around itself?

[@austinreese7863]

I had a leak in my washer system on my 05 Sierra, ended up being the pump split open from freezing in SW PA weather and it was leaking out the sides of the pump not the reservoir itself

[@lsxmatt]

Exactly what happened to mine!

[@Jalapenoskyraisin]

Here for the Tahoe!! ❤️

[@jessekaleb]

I have the same color and model of the Tahoe that you have but it was made 2002. Do you know how to change the center consoles lock? I tried the ignition key but it doesn’t work, so I’m thinking I’ll have to change the console lock in order to have it locked properly, and I don’t know how to do that 😂.

[@cartailincautodetailing946]

Which Milwaukee impact gun r u using

[@boydmerriman]

Why is it there is always one that has to be trouble? BTW, did you rotate your tires criss cross or straight front to back, same side?

[@chayotito1044]

Question: How come you went with these over AC Delco? Looking on Rock Auto

[@princeansoni]

i have a question, i know this video is semi old but, i replaced all 4 shocks on my 05 however, Are the front bump stops supposed to be resting on the control arm?

[@dylancollins7133]

No should have a little travel

[@JoseGomez-lo7ih]

Thanks for the videos i bought my tahoe the beginning of this year and found your videos very helpful keep up the good work

[@goranjovovic6148]

Will these fit 2001 Sierra RWD 2 WD ?? i have coil springs in front !!?

[@dannygonzales2528]

do i need to replace my springs when i replace my shocks on my 2006 chevy silverado 1500 2wd

[@gavincwiklinski6711]

Congratulations on 50k subscribers! 🎉

[@vincentmujeesh3025]

I love the videos bro 🙌🏽you should do a Tahoe video where u detail the paint

[@donellis5005]

I'm wondering can I switch out the factory air shocks for some regular shocks

[@jettjohnson4995]

I have a 2005 suburban with 194000 miles and I need new shocks. Mine has the auto ride suspension (that has been bad for as long as I can remember) would these shocks work with vehicles equipped with air ride suspension ( I want to convert it to an independent suspension and get rid of air ride as I do not tow often). If you had any advice I would greatly appreciate it :)

[@jasongadberry1016]

I love those rims What year Silverado did they come off off

[@dp-r.est.8995]

Has anyone experienced a vibration in the brake pedal when braking at about 3quarters down at low break speed or when turning the steering wheel and braking at the same time say when parking? Just got my rotors and pads done but the feeling was there before the brake job. Any ideas?

[@lsxmatt]

Does it feel like the abs coming on? If so its usually the front hubs.

[@dp-r.est.8995]

LsxMatt I’m not sure what that feels like but I’m going to say no. When it starts the vibration or pulsating i am able to push through that and the vehicle stops.

[@Garcias_rt]

Been waiting for a tahoe video for the longest 😅,, im here for the tahoe build bossman

[@molywop510]

Just asking if anyone knows, but why do new shocks cost $1200 each from the dealer for a 03 suburban autoride?

[@edgarrojas4319]

Hey how is going every one You had air ride suspencion? Is bilstein shock the best choice ? How those air bags work? I recently got a yukon xl rear stock shocks are bad one in the front is bad so i need to replace front and rear but no more air ride suspencion also i need to tow to full capacity i havent but i will what kind of convertion kit brand will be the best choice i appreciate you all Good comments and advice from experience i wanna get some bilsteins shocks front/back Air bags i heard they dont last and is not an easy job to replace them also thinking on getting some let me know what you guys think thanks

[@couchrider6228]

Where can I find the RPO numbers you talk about . I got 97 tahoe .,4x4 two door.

[@lsxmatt]

On the sticker inside the glove box door

[@johntyler7577]

Just finished putting 2010 Silverado/Tahoe 13" front brakes on my 2003 suburban. This is a direct bolt on swap and only requirement is the wheels need to be 18" to clear. Would make for a great video on the Tahoe and relatively cheap

[@lsxmatt]

I’ve been looking forward to doing this, so I’m glad it actually is a bolt on deal. I already have 18’s so it looks like I just need to find a set of calipers!

[@d4ve587]

Love that truck worth doing the shocks, safety and longevity 😎👍sweet job

[@natlovell122]

192k on my '04 Suburban and front shocks need to be replaced. Don't have too much $ to spend on it right now but do want to get it done. Does anybody have any recommendations on front shocks at a reasonable price online? Thanks in advance!

[@jacobsimerman5281]

Are you going to do the Cadillac 3rd brake light?

[@redwolfmaddox3986]

Nice air springs. What kind are they?

[@oakisoakahaha4741]

My 2004 Tahoe is bounced as hell and I bet it’s my struts but need shocks also

[@1969ways]

Thanks for the videos man. I have a 2004 Tahoe z71. How do you like the tires?

[@jbutler9756]

Those are the Z71 shocks which you can still buy from Rock auto for pretty cheap. Good for off-roading 👍🏼

[@alexanderlafferty819]

Where did you get the bags in the rear?

[@jmsmilin]

what size and brand tires are you running?

[@jimsemii852]

Will these fit a 2006 silverado crewcab perse hombre?

[@GeorgeLanivich]

GMT 800 came with the standard DELCO, the z71 off-road packages came with Billstein

[@sergioramos2413]

Would you will recommend these shocks for my 2003 Chevy Tahoe 4x4 LT , I don't really used 4x4

[@lsxmatt]

Yea they’re a high quality stock replacement for sure.

[@sergioramos2413]

Besides those shocks, another ones that you recommend, I'm moving out of state on Sunday and I want to change the shocks, but these ones they don't have it in stock.

[@infiniti_fxvq4602]

Link to shocks ? I have an 04 that needs shocks bad

[@joshuavera4547]

Lol! I always use wrenches as hammers too.. Every tool has a hammer side to it 😅

[@Mikey-wf9py]

BWI group makes the fromt shocks for 00-06 suv with auto level

[@mannyDification]

You needa replace those lower ball joints or lower control arms also upper with swaybqr links and bushings maybe yout outter and inner rods I guarantee you it be super smooth oh and your rear sway barlinks and bushings should help

[@leslybautista5784]

What jack stands did you use?

[@bigsid1984]

What Z code did you have on your Tahoe?

[@441meatloaf]

You should put some thread locker lubricant before you screw them in. It prevents it from being too hard to take out.

[@qualityflips8678]

What shocks did you go.with?

[@austinpowersfasha8878]

Gotta love the Milwaukee impact. Damn thing will break your wrist if you aren’t careful.

[@watuzi]

Nice job Matt. On the fronts, how much did you tighten top bolt?

[@lsxmatt]

Just until it got hard to turn. You want a good amount of squish on those bushings.

[@theANGRIERone]

Just picked up a pair of their adjustable struts for my '14 Armada. Supposed to cure the massive bump steer issue in these monsters. Nothing like new parts! :D

[@TheBravo13x]

Your first mistake was buying a Nissan lol

[@outlawandoutdoorstv9901]

I'm bout to change my 2004 z71 Tahoe shocks and they factory 315k

[@guillermosalgado6513]

Hd conversion?

[@MikeBeatzcom]

Where you get your fender flares?

[@TitusVincentFlorence]

I love my 04. About to lift the front and replace the back! 🤪

[@delvinchandler]

I looked at every Tahoe mod you've done now I'm looking for one to do the same, inspiring, oh and my dodge magnum ain't got the much space lol 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@ajaypro2881]

I love your Tahoe series. I want to go wheeling with your Tahoe!!

[@mattpamp8204]

Factory shocks where the big fat load levelers

[@mayken6661]

Nivomats

[@deandad1508]

I was just looking at these! Thanks Matt

[@ruslanaszarunskas126]

Matt nice to see new video about Tahoe, i said again you are amazing! 😉 Thanks again