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Re: Avalanche - Transmission Destroyed (The Final Results) [mikeandgayle]
Written by: hippycritter on Feb 6, 2012 11:18:21 PM
Hi folks, Unfortunately, I think I might be joining the broken Chevy Avalanche transmission club, a most unfortunate club to belong. My tranny went out at 57,000 miles on my 2005. It was the old sprag gear failure, a well known issue. Seeing how I didn't want to have them replace an old crappy tranny with a new crappy tranny, I had it rebuilt elsewhere seeing as how even new ones ... Read More
2005 Avalanche - Transmission Destroyed (The Email I sent GM Cust Serv)
Written by: oknation on Feb 2, 2012 6:13:00 PM
I called GM Customer Service when I got home to notify them what had happened. I talked with a lady named Francis. She didn't have any suggestions, but just asked if I was towing something at the time and other questions to which the answer was no. I decided to take my Avalanche to the Chevrolet dealer from whom I had purchased my vehicle the next morning to have it checked ... Read More
Re: Avalanche transmission vibration at 50 mph [appo]
Written by: dhaseltine on Dec 28, 2011 1:53:48 PM
Yep just happened to me 2005 Avalanche, 94K and lost drive, overdrive ans 3rd, She's in the sho now..... Thank god for Aamaco because Chevy blows.......

GM Speedometer Recalls
Written by: bruceu on Jul 4, 2010 10:17:35 PM
Hello My speedometer just crapped out to-night. It is sitting at 110 Kms. sitting still. I found this info and thought I would pass it on. My Vin # falls right into this. I will let you know how I make out. Bruce GM Speedometer Recall Repair Solutions for the Speedometer Problem on Late Model GM Vehicles * Welcome * Qualified Cadillacs * Qualified Chevys * Qualified GMCs * Common Questions ... Read More

Gatorback
Written by: erickpl on Oct 2, 2008 10:48:33 AM
I previously owned a 2004 Avalanche Custom (long story), but now own a 2005 Avalanche with standard tonneau and textured plastic panels (non-cladded). They were fading something fierce. There IS a TSB for the fading plastic and the Chevy dealer should have it. The information can be found at the link below: Fading black panels I had this done to my Avalanche and it looks like a brand new Avy now! ... Read More

20" OEM wheels - What Tires?
Written by: robriz on Nov 15, 2007 11:30:25 AM
I just purchasd a set of 20" OEM chevy wheels for my 2005 Avalanche Z71. They are the ones that are included in the 2007 LTZ package. Any suggestions on what tire and size? I know the new ones have 275/55/20 Bridgestone Dueler H/L Alenzas. Looking for suggestions and advice. Thanks

2006 E85 Capable autos NOW - GM
Written by: seniorjose on Jun 5, 2006 9:05:59 AM
2007 5.3L V-8 engine Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra half-ton pickups 2WD & 4WD 5.3L Vortec-engine Avalanche, Suburban, Tahoe, Yukon & Yukon XL 3.5L Chevy Impala (LS, 1LT & 2LT) 3.5L Chevy Monte Carlo (LS and LT models only) 2006 3.5L Chevy Impala (LS, 1LT & 2LT) 3.5L Chevy Monte Carlo (LS and LT models only) 2005 - 2006 5.3L Vortec-engine Avalanche 5.3L Vortec-engine Police Package Tahoe* 2003 - 2006 5.3L ... Read More

04 AVALANCHE GAS LEAK
Written by: erwin888 on Sep 30, 2005 10:01:34 AM
day is Sept. 30, 2005 we hare having one of the worst Fire in San Fernando Valley. i was around northridge 5:30 PM i am the typed of guy that hardly complains. i usually give people chances. -First bought the car and when i drove the truck home Head light was not working. brought it back at the Dealer in Glendale and had it fixed. No Problem -Instruments started acting up. ... Read More