2001 Suburban - what to replace to minimize chance of getting stranded
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A well thought out "Kit" can be a life saver !
I suggested a Chain, but a Tow Strap is just as good, and lighter (but is is more bulky).
I also selected Flashlights, FRS Radios, Volt Meter and Handheld GPS Unit, which all use the same size Batteries.
Ya never know which one will be more important than the other.
A well thought out "Kit" can be a life saver !
I suggested a Chain, but a Tow Strap is just as good, and lighter (but is is more bulky).
I also selected Flashlights, FRS Radios, Volt Meter and Handheld GPS Unit, which all use the same size Batteries.
Ya never know which one will be more important than the other.
Last edited by SWHouston; Sep 4, 2012 at 12:53 AM.
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I have a 2001 Suburban with 130k...given its age and mileage I'm paranoid that it is about to leave me (or worse - my wife) stranded. It has been very reliable (except for the window regulators, brake ecm, A/C and air-ride system) but I'm just waiting for a "no-start" situation. It does has a newer battery and spark plugs, but I want to do some work before winter and am looking for opinions on what I could expect to go wrong so I can pre-emptively replace the likely offender. I'm thinking starter/ fuel pump / alternator/ coil packs / radiator - which are all original - but don't really know what to expect in terms of service life from these. Which of those - or other item I'm not considering - are most likely to give out in the next 6 - 12 months. Any and all advice is appreciated!
After I take care of the basics - I'll move onto other pieces/parts
After I take care of the basics - I'll move onto other pieces/parts
Replace anything made of rubber.
Heater hoses, Rad. hoses.
Plug wires normally go out slowly, like the plugs.
Not that it isn't a good idea to tune up.
When I get my oil changed I have them drain what they can from the tranny.
After 3 times I figure its all been replaced.
I even have gear case oil drained and refilled.
But just for a 2K trip, all rubber parts, and a good battery, tires.
You should be good to go.
You could have alternator checked to see the output, if its good and isn't making funny noises I would leave it alone.
Now, just don't run out of gas.
Have a safe trip.
Lee
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