2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 - Consumer Discussions

Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra Gasoline Engine Problems

• 2001 4.3 auto 4x4 engine operating problem

  Written by: dcv396 on Apr 11, 2012 2:35:32 PM

  My 2001 chevy 1500 silverado has quit a hard problem to find. I hope some one can help. Ok I will do my best to explain it. It starts and runs fine. you can put it in drive and it will auto shift through the gears at up to 4500 RPM ok. the issue is when you are going up a hill or grade for more than 25 seconds under a ... Read More

Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra Starting Problems

• Re: 2001 chevy silverado [omp41]

  Written by: iron_hp on Jan 15, 2012 5:08:55 AM

  I have a 2002, GMC, 1500, Z71 5.3l engine with, at the time, about 150,000 miles. Had problems on rainy days, damp days, acted like water in fuel. It was the intake manifold gasket. A little over a grand to fix. They also cleaned the fuel rails, and throttle body. Was a new beast.

Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra Transmission Problems

• My 2001 1500 Silverado w/4.8 auto. stalls when shifting into reverse

  Written by: manyafix on Jan 1, 2012 4:11:43 PM

  Almost everytime I shift from forward to reverse the engine stalls. Any ideas? Also when I try to back up my utility trailer loaded w/1000lbs, up a slope, the truck doesn't move. I step on the gas pedal,but nothing happens. The motor doesn't rev and the truck won't move. If I can get a little momentum and about 1500 rpm's then she'll move. what do ya think? Also, when I'm stopped ... Read More

Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra Fuel Pump/Fuel System

• Re: 2001 chevy silverado 1500 4.3 v6 [biga4]

  Written by: jim858 on Nov 9, 2011 5:26:07 PM

  Thanks biga4! I was having the same problem with my 2000 GMC Sierra 1500 4.8LTR V-8 you described in your post. I had changed out all eight of the coils along with a new fuel pump & filter (the fuel pump was causing a lag whenever the fuel in the tank was 1/4 full or less) but I was still plagued with rough idle & hard start. I changed out the ... Read More

Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra Noise and Vibration

• Lost and really need help.

  Written by: kahulu on May 3, 2011 2:34:16 AM

  I have a 2001 chevy silverado 1500 LS. I was driving uphill one day and my truck was losing power and was not shifting to 3rd gear. At that time, a loud and schreeching noise came from the undercarriage. Thats when the truck stalled on the hill and died out. I restarted the truck again, it starts up and idles for a bit but then dies out. My truck was towed ... Read More

Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra Brake Problems

• 2001 silverado 1500 4x4

  Written by: hateful_jim on May 2, 2011 3:47:22 PM

  Hateful Jim here- At this point, i'm just trying to pay this piece of plastic crap off, although i bought it USED, and still had to pay about 12000.00 for it. I still owe about 2500.00 on it, and it only has about 134000 miles on it. Was driving down the highway sunday, and right out of the blue, the transmission goes out. Fluid level was fine, smells ok, a little ... Read More

• Front Driver Side Wheel Bearing Issue

  Written by: daveinsocal on Mar 13, 2011 2:22:10 PM

  I have been getting this strange almost whiny type sound from my front driver side wheel area. Everyone I have spoken to suggest replacing the wheel bearing. I am curious to know if I have to replace the hub as well or what. I have been searching online and all the parts places only have the rear wheel bearing listed individually. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Also when I turn ... Read More

Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra Gasoline Engine Problems

• 2001 chevy silverado 1500..4.8L v8 vortec...rough idle

  Written by: jojo7676 on Aug 9, 2010 1:19:54 PM

  hi all...guess ill start from3 days ago..3 days ago, while driving to work, truck spitted and sputtered then quit. revved it for about 15 min..all was fine..after driving 6 more minutes down the road does the same thing, but does not crank back up..i have it pulled to my home.put the diagnostic on it and got codes po171 & po174..replaced the bank 2 /sensor 2 o2 sensor and fuel filter. cranks ... Read More

Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra Electrical and Computer Questions

• Re: Chevy Silverado instrument panel, rust and brake issues [pondrocker]

  Written by: bmdiggy on May 15, 2010 12:10:36 AM

  It sucks you're having these issues with your truck. No vehicle is perfect, every company has had its share of recalls. I have owned a 2001 silverado 1500 with ZERO issues and I mean zero. I traded it in @ 125,000 for a new 2004 1500 extra cab with the cluster issue everyone is talking about but again ZERO issues other than that @ 160,000. One has to expect to put ... Read More

Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra Transmission Problems

• Re: Trans Cooler Install [obyone]

  Written by: chomp1974 on Apr 4, 2010 7:38:07 PM

  I am looking for a good quality trans cooler, trans shop said an LPD style that is good for the winter--any suggestions???? There are so many to pic from on EBay. Would I be best to get an OEM trans cooler from the dealer that includes the lines etc. What part number would I get??? The OEM style I saw on EBay looks like you just hook up directly to the ... Read More

Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra Electrical and Computer Questions

• 2001 chevy silverado electrical problem

  Written by: whatsup3 on May 5, 2010 6:04:01 AM

  I have a 2001 Silverado 1500 5.3 L. Instrument panel lights are going crazy. Some times all the guages work and somtimes none of them work. Checked all fuses nothing blown. Anybody have any ideas on what's going on with these guages? Any ideas would be appreciated.

Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra Gasoline Engine Problems

• 01" Chevy Silverado 1500 W/ Misfire Codes

  Written by: socalpools on Mar 30, 2010 2:02:05 PM

  Hello, I have a 2001 Chevy Silverado 1500 5.3l 4x4. I am have issues with the engine missfiring. The computer is telling me that I have cylinders 5, 7, & 8 misfiring. I also have fuel coming out of the exaust. Today I have replace all of the plugs. I still had the same cylinders misfire. Then I switched cylinder 1's wire with cylinder 8's wire and still the same missfire ... Read More

Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra Electrical and Computer Questions

• 01 silverado 1500 5.3 multiple cylinders misfiring while idling in drive

  Written by: jlp09 on Mar 21, 2010 5:06:10 AM

  My 2001 Chevy Silverado 1500, 5.3 vortec, is misfiring on multiple cylinders while idling in drive. When I stop at a red light, some times, the misfiring is so bad that it noticeably shakes the whole truck like I'm in the middle of an earthquake. The hotter the engine temp, the worse it is. I bought a Diablo Sport Predator programmer/tuner/diagnostic tool to help find out what the problem is. The ... Read More

• Re: ABS warning and Breaklight warning lights stay on. [brenlee]

  Written by: shaneo on Sep 14, 2009 4:44:30 PM

  I have a 2001 chevrolet silverado 1500 and my lights just like yours comes on and stays on I personally have a relative that works at the dealer ship and he too put my truck on a dianostic machine and it gave two codes.The machanic said it was a computer module that went bad so I read your story and I wanted to share it with you....maybe it could be the ... Read More

Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra Exterior and Body

• Re: 2006 Chevy Silverado 1500 tailgate stuck [shukeeper]

  Written by: elentz on Apr 7, 2009 4:17:46 AM

  The right side actuating rod on my 2001 Sierra tailgate handle came loose and I had to remove the bezel and stick my finger in there to pull the rod manually. The plastic rod retainer is broken and I have not yet found a source for replacement parts. Duct tape worked for a few months. If anyone knows where to buy the rod ends, please inform us.

Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra 4x4 Questions

• More Problems with Chevy

  Written by: lilbitmama on Dec 17, 2008 4:20:20 PM

  I have a 2001 Silverado 1500 LS. Today it shifted into 4lo and now it will not shift out. I have noticed alot of grease around the boot on the drivers side. I need help. Anyone out there know what I can do to get it back into 2wd? I am desperate....please help me

Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra Fuel Pump/Fuel System

• Re: 2001 chevy silverado 1500 4.3 v6 [hiscokid]

  Written by: biga4 on Apr 7, 2008 5:32:41 PM

  I got mine at a local AC Delco supply store, 1/2 price compared to what any dealership wanted. I heard of other people ordering from gmpartsdirect.com for around $260

• Re: 2001 chevy silverado 1500 4.3 v6 [biga4]

  Written by: hiscokid on Apr 6, 2008 8:39:42 PM

  My truck just started up the other day and is running fine now, it misses every once and a while but I'm thinking it was bad gas. Where can this upgraded spider assembly be purchased? I heard these poppet style injectors are nothing but problems. thanks.

• Re: 2001 chevy silverado 1500 4.3 v6 [hiscokid]

  Written by: biga4 on Apr 5, 2008 9:26:27 PM

  I had a similar problem last week. Truck starts fine when cold but hard starting, or won't start at all when at operating temp. Did some research and found some answers at fullsizechevy.com. A lot of the people posting there had the same issues. Found out the hard starting was caused by a leaking fuel pressure reg. On these 98-01 Sequential fuel injection Vortec engines the spider assembly and FPR are ... Read More

• Re: 2001 chevy silverado 1500 4.3 v6 [mickeymouse2]

  Written by: hiscokid on Apr 4, 2008 6:21:01 PM

  hello, I just wanted to update you on the truck. I got my scanner and plugged it in, got no codes. Decided to see if the truck would start and it did, I did nothing to the engine. Once it started It was misfiring alot but it seems like its progressively getting better. Does anyone have any other Ideas what it could be? Also does anyone know of a cheaper way ... Read More

• Re: 2001 chevy silverado 1500 4.3 v6 [hiscokid]

  Written by: mickeymouse2 on Apr 1, 2008 7:42:48 PM

  Does it usually throw a code for the cam sensor then? Yes. Once your code indicates a bad cam sensor, it should still be checked with a graphing meter. However, thats expensive and the sensor is probably only 45.00. No relearn needed. Once a cam signal is seen by the PCM it will fire the injecters. Your check engine light may take awhile to go off by it self, or just ... Read More

• Re: 2001 chevy silverado 1500 4.3 v6 [mickeymouse2]

  Written by: hiscokid on Apr 1, 2008 6:37:28 PM

  Thanks for the tips mickeymouse2, I ordered a scan tool and am awaiting its arrival. The check engine light had gone on a few times before it did this so you're probably right. Does it usually throw a code for the cam sensor then? If it is the cam sensor do you know if the pcm requires a relearn program once I replace it? Thanks again.

• Re: 2001 chevy silverado 1500 4.3 v6 [hiscokid]

  Written by: mickeymouse2 on Mar 31, 2008 8:33:00 PM

  Spray a liberal amount of carb cleaner into the throttle body, then try and start it. If it starts briefly there is a fuel delivery problem. Pressure at the rail checks ok, so injecters are not firing. Most likely cause is a bad cam sensor. Other causes are an open circut from the oil pressure sending unit, security issue. If you have a security light on your dash that says security. ... Read More

• 2001 chevy silverado 1500 4.3 v6

  Written by: hiscokid on Mar 31, 2008 5:15:41 PM

  I'm have a problem with my truck. It was running fine and the next time I went to start it, it wouldn't. The vehicle cranks over fine, I check the fuel pressure and its between 60 and 70 psi at the schrader valve. I've got plenty of spark at all the spark plugs, it just seems like there is no fuel getting inside the combustion chamber. Anybody have any ideas? This ... Read More

Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra Brake Problems

• Re: 2001 Silverado 1500 Brake Pulsation [sweetlb]

  Written by: 07silveradoguy on Jan 21, 2008 7:26:36 PM

  I have really earily simular problem with 07 Silverado, after putting on some after market wheels same size as stock wheels, I began experiencing problem and thought it was rotors and or brakes but I replaced rotors and brake pads thinking it was warping, but to no avail the problem still exist's when I press the brake pedal the whole front end of truck buck's but steering wheel is fine, This ... Read More

• Re: 2001 Silverado 1500 Brake Pulsation [1offroader]

  Written by: sweetlb on Sep 7, 2007 2:09:48 PM

  Finally some progress. I jacked up the front end and checked for looseness, shakes, etc… and no problems. Then this past weekend, I had my buddy in the truck with me (he owns a 1997 Silverado). He heard the noise and asked what the heck that was. I told him my story on how I already changed the Pads and rotors and still have this problem. Not sure what to do. ... Read More

• Re: 2001 Silverado 1500 Brake Pulsation [sweetlb]

  Written by: ttaupier1 on Aug 9, 2007 9:59:47 PM

  I am not sure its the front rotors and calipers ...are a problem.. but rather the symptom. I have put new rear calipers from SSBC on my 2003 GMC Sierra, not sure it matters what type, but rather the rear calipers are swapped for something that works. I also added brake SS-lines. I drive in Boston traffice weekly and have for about 35-45k miles on top of the 45k i had ... Read More

Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra 1500 Owners

• Silverado 1500 2001

  Written by: silverado01 on Jul 10, 2006 4:54:00 PM

  I have a 2001 Chevy Silverado and want to install an in dash cup holder in place of the cover but not sure it will work since my truck came without a pull out drink holder. Chevy dealer says they are not sure it will work but maybe. Can anyone help me out before I buy one?

Chevy Silverado: Problems & Solutions

• 01 Silverado 5.3 v8 "service engine soon" light questions

  Written by: phoenix7 on Jun 19, 2006 4:28:32 PM

  Can N E 1 help me please!! I have a 2001 chevy silverado 1500, 5.3 v8. And for the last weeks, i have been driving with my "service engine soon" light on. I had borrowed one of my colleage's diagnostic scanner to pin point the problem and this is what it said: P1415 - air system bank 1 and P1509 - IAC system high RPM. Could any one tell me what ... Read More

Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra Transmission Problems

• 2001 1500 silverado automatic to manual transmission

  Written by: avanger9220 on Mar 4, 2006 9:18:03 PM

  I have a 2001 chevy silverado 1500 5.3l v8. I am wondering if it anyone has any information on what it takes to convert it from a automatic transmissio to a manual transmission. I love my truck but i dislike the fact that chevy wouldn't offer a manual as a option on this truck.

Chevy Silverado: Problems & Solutions

• Re: 2001 Chevy Silverado 1500 HELP!! [jhendrix3]

  Written by: northernmi on Jan 1, 2006 9:44:04 PM

  The exact same thing happened to my 03 silverado I paid to get it fixed $235 for a new cap and rotor. 4 months latter I got a recall letter . sent in my reciept got my money back, they wanted me to take my truck in for the recall, they again replaced cap and rotor then put the foam insulation pad on my A/C hose. problem fixed . If you ... Read More

• Re: 2001 Chevy Silverado 1500 HELP!! [jhayley]

  Written by: jhendrix3 on Sep 10, 2005 3:16:58 PM

  I have 1500 Chevy Silverado 2001 Mine died on me coming back from North Carolina. Had it towed to the dealer. It was smelling bad too! Like you said burning oil. Would crank but not start. This is what they told me. The AC line in the back of the motor above the distributor was not wrapped with foam insulator water from the AC was dripping on my Distributor. And inside ... Read More

• 2001 Chevy Silverado 1500 HELP!!

  Written by: jhayley on Sep 1, 2005 7:29:11 AM

  I have a 2001 Chevy 1500 and the other day I was on a road trip and stopped for gas, all was fine until I had been driving for about 30-40 miles after getting gas, and I was going about 70mph and my truck died in the middle of the highway. I eased my way to the side of the road and over to a gas station and when I put ... Read More

Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra 1500 Owners

• 2005 CRUISE CONTROL

  Written by: k5qm on Jun 16, 2005 4:13:22 PM

  My 2005 Silverado 1500 has a 4.3 engine with a 4 speed automatic transmission. With cruise engaged and climbing hills the transmission downshifts into 3rd for about a second and a half then goes to second . At this time the engine rpm goes from 1800 to 4500 rpm. Not a good situation on wet surface. Chevy dealer tells me that chevy has had this problem since 2001 and refuses to ... Read More

Chevy Silverado/GMC Sierra - Owners hangout

• 2001 Chevrolet Silverado (The Crimson Bomber)

  Written by: brotherprice on May 30, 2005 8:25:12 AM

  Howdy folks! I am new to the form. Glad I found this place. I have a 2001 Silverado 1500, 5.3L. Bought it used 31 months ago, and she had 33,000 miles on her. Well, lately, a few problems have come up, and I was wondering if you all could help me. First off, the gas gauge fluxes big time. I have heard that this is a sensor, and it would cost ... Read More

Chevy Silverado

• Theft Deterrence

  Written by: thumpinsteve on Aug 15, 2003 8:36:10 PM

  I owned a 2001 Silverado 1500 LT which was just stolen. This truck had the security system but, that obviously did not help. It also had the OnStar system but, I did not renew subscription after first year. I called them and offered to sign back up if they could help with my stolen truck. However, they said someone would have to push the button from inside the truck to renew ... Read More

Chevy Silverado/GMC Sierra - Owners hangout

• 2001 Silverado Seatbelt Problem

  Written by: kcpanther on Jul 7, 2003 1:28:24 PM

  I have a 2001 1500 LS Extended Cab Silverado. The front passenger side seat belt is giving me and my wife a terrible time. We have had it replaced twice at the dealership. The problem is that the supposed "child safety feature" on the seat belt locks the seat belt constantly while driving down the road. We will be cruising along smoothly and the seat belt will lock up requiring the ... Read More

Chevy Silverado

• 2001 Silverado Seatbelt Problem

  Written by: kcpanther on Jul 7, 2003 1:26:44 PM

  I have a 2001 1500 LS Extended Cab Silverado. The front passenger side seat belt is giving me and my wife a terrible time. We have had it replaced twice at the dealership. The problem is that the supposed "child safety feature" on the seat belt locks the seat belt constantly while driving down the road. We will be cruising along smoothly and the seat belt will lock up requiring the ... Read More

Chevy Silverado/GMC Sierra - Owners hangout

• Truck ride

  Written by: troubleshooter on Feb 11, 2003 8:23:04 AM

  I recently purchased a 2003 1500 series silverado Ex-cab 4 wheel drive truck to replace my 2001 Gmc sierra. Both trucks have the same Z-71 package and the only difference is that the gmc had firestone tires and the chevy has bridgestones. The ride on my 2001 gmc was significantly better than my new silverado. Could the tires be the difference? Anyone have any idea why?? Thanks DAVE

Loss of Steering in turns 2002 Silverado LT 1500 Z71+

• Loss of Steering in turns 2002 Silverado LT 1500 Z71+

  Written by: cindyxf2 on Dec 20, 2002 4:57:26 PM

  Summary - 2002 LT Silverado 1500 v8 Z71 shortbox extended cab plus towing and much more, no cap/weight in rear, less than 8k miles. Loss of steering was last night in a right hand turn at 30-35 mph. Felt like front tires were coming off and the steering wheel bucked like crazy, car was coming the other way and the truck already was making a point of not wanting to make ... Read More

Chevy Silverado/GMC Sierra - Owners hangout

• Mileage

  Written by: dch0300 on Oct 3, 2002 8:02:48 AM

  16,600 miles on my 22 month old 2001 Silverado 1500 LS, Ext Cab Z-71, 5.3L, 3.73's and when I drive 75 mph I normally get 18.3 mpg. When I drive 70 mph I get 18.8 mpg. When I drive 65 mph I get 19.2 mpg. For normal all city driving I get 15.5 mpg. I had to take my truck into the Chevy dealer for the first time last week. I ... Read More

Chevy Silverado

• Ryan,

  Written by: gator36 on Aug 24, 2002 9:39:20 AM

  Got this information directly form the dealer... GMPP is one of the easiest warranties to use at the dealership... The dealership has a $400.00 markup on the cost of the ext warranty. A 4yr 100,000 Major Gaurd (everything except trim) zero deductable is $2,240.00 on a 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4wd. Dealer cost on this is $1,840.00. This is again 4 years from the date of purchase. I got mine for ... Read More

Toyota Tundra vs. Chevrolet Silverado

• Still Happy Too

  Written by: dch0300 on May 15, 2002 10:53:25 AM

  My 2001 Silverado 1500, 5.3L, ext-cab, Z-71 is now 17 months old and has 12,200 miles on it. I'm very picky when it comes to my toys, and so far this is the honest truth about my truck. I have a slight engine tick for about 10 seconds at cold start up. I check the oil level just prior to every oil change and it is always at full. I've not ... Read More

Chevy Silverado Problems

• 98 Silverado Dashboard Fire

  Written by: mttruck on Feb 1, 2002 3:40:14 PM

  Hello All, This is my first time at the website, I was referred here since I'm looking for help. The dashboard in our 1998 Silverado caught on fire last weekend. It has ~60,000 miles (mostly highway). We have always had it serviced professionally, we have never altered anything in the truck and we don't smoke. The truck had been sitting for about 30 minutes, shut off. My husband got in, started ... Read More

• Left lean

  Written by: artt on Dec 28, 2001 1:09:32 AM

  If you put "lean" in Board Search, you should get 20 messages including this post... Chevy leaning to the left by skywalk22 Jul 10, 2001 (05:29 am) If you look at my truck from the back the whole truck leans to the left. The right side of the truck is at least 1" higher than the left side. Has anyone seen this before? My 01 1500 RC LB also leans left. ... Read More

Chevy Silverado - Continued XVIII

• Question

  Written by: dhoff on Nov 7, 2001 7:06:05 AM

  I'm hoping someone here can help me out with a pricing question. My sister in law is looking at a 2001 Chevy Silverado 1500 pickup truck. She's in the Chicago suburbs if that makes any difference. The truck she is looking at has 6,000 miles on it but the dealer considers it new because it has never been titled. They claim it was a demo. Seems like a lot of miles ... Read More

Chevy Silverado Problems

• 2002 Chevy Silverado Transmission

  Written by: car3fan on Oct 26, 2001 11:57:22 AM

  Hello Everyone, I just purchased a 2002 Chevy Silverado LS 1500 Extended Cab - Shortbox. It has the 4.8 Liter engine with the 4 speed Auto Transmission. Can anyone tell me if they've had a similar experiece as follows? At very low acceleration from a stoplight, the transmission shifting from 1st to 2nd produces a small shudder and less than positive gear change. When I accelerate more quickly from the stop ... Read More

Chevy Silverado - Continued XVIII

• New 2002 LS Silverado Transmission

  Written by: car3fan on Oct 26, 2001 11:46:38 AM

  Hello Everyone, I just purchased a 2002 Chevy Silverado LS 1500 Extended Cab - Shortbox. It has the 4.8 Liter engine with the 4 speed Auto Transmission. Can anyone tell me if they've had a similar experiece as follows? At very low acceleration from a stoplight, the transmission shifting from 1st to 2nd produces a small shudder and less than positive gear change. When I accelerate more quickly from the stop ... Read More

Chevy Silverado/GMC Sierra's w 8100/Allison

• BOB

  Written by: ryanbab on Jul 23, 2001 10:32:17 AM

  this is what i found Platinum CPS Step Bars , Chrome Plated Stainless • Usually in stock and available to ship within 2 business days. 26-1680 Pair $387.61 2000-2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 / Silverado 2500 / Silverado 3500 Pickup, Extended Cab, 4 Door 2000-2001 GMC Sierra 1500 / Sierra 2500 / Sierra 3500 Pickup, Extended Cab, 4 Door pretty darn expensive Ryan

Chevy Silverado - Continued XVIII

• Front right Brake/Suspension Clunk/Thump

  Written by: sfisher1 on Jun 8, 2001 6:31:36 AM

  Bought 2001 Silverado 4-door x-cab in oct. 2000. LS, 5.3, leather, step bars, dual exhaust, pewter-I absolutely love it-especially the motor. About 2 months ago, i started to get a loud thump or clunk out of the right front (you can "feel" it on the floorboard if you sit on the passenger side) either from the suspension or brakes (i'm surmising). It only happens under braking. if i hit a series ... Read More

Chevy Silverado Problems

• Front right Brake/Suspension Clunk/Thump

  Written by: sfisher1 on Jun 7, 2001 2:17:13 PM

  Bought 2001 Silverado 4-door x-cab in oct. 2000. LS, 5.3, leather, step bars, dual exhaust, pewter-I absolutely love it-especially the motor. About 2 months ago, i started to get a loud thump or clunk out of the right front (you can "feel" it on the floorboard if you sit on the passenger side) either from the suspension or brakes (i'm surmising). It only happens under braking. if i hit a series ... Read More

Chevy Silverado/GMC Sierra - Owners hangout

• Lund Trident Bug Deflector For Sale

  Written by: jdh8 on Apr 27, 2001 11:58:33 AM

  Hello All: I have a smoke colored Lund Trident Bug Deflector that is brand new - never been used - although I did open the box - for sale. I got this one by mistake when I ordered one for my 2000 Yukon. This one is for the 1999-2001 Silverado 1500 or the 2000-2001 Suburban/Tahoe -- it does not fit the GMC models (Yukon/XL/Sierra) -- that one is slightly different because ... Read More

Chevy Silverado Problems

• Reliability of Chevy Silverado 1500 P/U and Extended Warranty

  Written by: akplate on Apr 10, 2001 11:42:15 PM

  I just purchased a 2001 Chevy Silverado 1500 with 4.9L and automatic trans. A plain truck with very limited additional items. I am wondering, it is worth to purchase a extended service plan. The dealer is asking $1400 for bumper-to-bumper coverage, 100,000 miles/7 years. (4 additional years to factory warranty). This is my first truck and would like anyone's experience with GM/Chevy trucks.

Chevy Silverado/GMC Sierra - Owners hangout

• Silverado 1500 LT and the 1500 HD

  Written by: rickandjulie on Apr 1, 2001 8:23:26 PM

  I am about to buy a Silverado 1500 CT 2001 and am hearing about a Silverado 1500 ID 2001 that is a club cab instead of an extended cab. Has anyone heard of this? I can't find info at chevrolet.com about this truck, size differences, engine differences, etc. Thanks ahead of time. Rick

Chevy Silverado - Continued XVIII

• Extended Warranty Suggestions

  Written by: 64roadster on Mar 19, 2001 10:24:37 PM

  Getting very close to purchasing a new 2001 Silverado 1500. Asked about the extended warranty options available, cost, etc. I was surprized to find the the Chevy dealer uses "Fidelity Warranty Services, Inc.". The brochure which lists the "Silver", "Gold" and "Platinium" coverage doesn't have anything in it specific to GM. The Company is licensed in Florida. Anybody had good or bad experiences with this company? Is there a GM connected ... Read More

• 2001 1500 chevy silverado V6 woes

  Written by: klopez on Mar 8, 2001 7:20:52 PM

  I just recently bought a 2001 chevy silverado 1500 with a 4.3L V6 Vortec engine with a 4 speed automatic transmission. I am wondering if my truck has a problem or not. When I accelerate to get on the highway, my transmission shifts 4 times. When it shifts to the final gear and at 65 miles per hour, my RPM are at 1500. To accelerate on the highway quickly, I have ... Read More

• V-6 Vibration

  Written by: bugsplat on Mar 8, 2001 7:59:50 AM

  Tried to post yesterday but it doesn't appear here. Maybe I was in the wrong site. I have a 2001 V-6 2wd Xcab with 3.73 rear end, 1800 mi.. I've been getting a vibration as the tranny shifts under low load conditions, felt mosty through the gas pedal. Dealer said it was because the torque lock up was engaging too soon causing the engine to shudder under the strain. Needs re-calibrating, ... Read More

Chevy Silverado Problems

• 2000 vs 2001 1500 2wd x cab short box - my review

  Written by: kingfishgus on Feb 8, 2001 11:57:00 AM

  As some of you know I had Chevy buyback a 2000 1500 2wd Xcab LS short bed auto 4.8 355 limited slip Silverado due to highway shake. It also had the harsh feedback through the steering wheel when hitting bumps at speed. I rented a truck last week and they gave me my exact truck, except it was a 2001, no limited slip, and had a 5.3 engine; had a 10/00 ... Read More

Chevy Silverado - Continued XVIII

• Re: #600 truck satisfaction

  Written by: randersen on Jan 4, 2001 5:53:09 AM

  1. Have a 2001 ext. cab 4wd short box 2500HD in LS trim, 6 liter, autotrans, Indigo blue outside, graphite interior , cloth buckets seats, trailer tow pkg., roof lights, locker rearend, optional polished aluminum rims, on/off road tires, and maybe a couple other factory options I can't remember right now. Love the truck, only has 2000 miles so far. I have added Westin CPS(stainless) step bars, ARE Z-series fiberglass cap, ... Read More

• My new 2001

  Written by: dch0300 on Dec 20, 2000 12:33:03 PM

  jmincher, I paid $28,435 + tax, license, etc. In other words.... the final total was $31,526. I got just about every option available for a 1500 LS. Guys at the Chevrolet dealer were surprised to see a new two-tone Silverado come in. They hadn't seen one in 6 or 7 months. Ryan, I bought the Westin Platinum CPS and the Lund Interceptor at local tire shop (Les Schwab). They gave me ... Read More