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How many miles are too many for a Chevy Avalanche?

How many miles are too many for a Chevy Avalanche?

A friend of mine bought a well-serviced 01 avalanche with 300K on it. Almost trouble free— seems to have an oil pressure problem when the oil gets old, but he got it for a song and can afford to replace the engine and still not be too deep in it. Maintenance and care make a huge difference in longevity!

When did the Chevy Avalanche first come out?

Being a X GM Technician, I can pretty much tell you the life’s history of the Chevrolet Avalanche from day 1. The Avalanche appeared on the Scene for the 2002 model year – there were no 2001’s. The very first Avalanches suffered from a transmission problem called a Shell.

Is the 5.3 litre Chevy engine what you need?

August 13, 2020 by Tom Harbid The Chevy 5.3 L V8 engine, also known as the Vortec 5.3 or the EcoTec3 is generally looked at as a reliable and trustworthy engine. The Vortec 5300 is a small block V8 that was produced in 1999 for the first time.

What’s the mileage of a Chevy Vortec 5.3?

Before we dig into the common problems, let’s talk about engine reliability. The Vortec 5.3 is widely regarded as extremely reliable, with most engines having a lifespan within the 200k-300k mileage range.

What kind of engine does a Chevy Avalanche have?

Engine 09 2009 Chevy Silverado 5.3L LY5 V8 Motor 114K Miles Nice! (Fits: Chevrolet Avalanche)

A friend of mine bought a well-serviced 01 avalanche with 300K on it. Almost trouble free— seems to have an oil pressure problem when the oil gets old, but he got it for a song and can afford to replace the engine and still not be too deep in it. Maintenance and care make a huge difference in longevity!

Being a X GM Technician, I can pretty much tell you the life’s history of the Chevrolet Avalanche from day 1. The Avalanche appeared on the Scene for the 2002 model year – there were no 2001’s. The very first Avalanches suffered from a transmission problem called a Shell.

Before we dig into the common problems, let’s talk about engine reliability. The Vortec 5.3 is widely regarded as extremely reliable, with most engines having a lifespan within the 200k-300k mileage range.

What kind of Eash panel do I need for avalanche?

Eash Q-Forms panel is custom designed to be a direct replacement for the factory panel in your car, truck, or SUV. They ave available in every factory color originally offered for your vehicle, as well as black. Included in Box All mounting fasteners, hardware and trim pieces. Complete…

How many miles does an avalanche 1500 have?

Mileage: 58,737 miles Body Type: SUV Color: Black Engine: 8 Cyl 5.3 L No accident or damage reported to CARFAX. Purchased on 10/01/12 and owned in IA until 03/16/21. Driven an estimated 12,283 miles/year.

When was the last time I serviced my Avalanche 1500?

Mileage: 138,123 miles Body Type: SUV Color: White Engine: 8 Cyl 5.3 L No accident or damage reported to CARFAX. Purchased on 11/15/10 and owned in MN until 04/06/21. Driven an estimated 17,467 miles/year. Last serviced at 164,396 miles in Minnetonka, MN on 02/19/20 • Vehicle serviced • Tire repaired.

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