i am about to order a 2003 avalanche w/out the body hardware.
i want the 2wd, but i don't know if i want the Z66 pkg. the pkg is $1,045. it includes this:

-tinted rear window -big deal
-better suspension -ok
-traction assist - need that
-differential,locking, -do i need this??? don't plan on heavy towing
heavy duty rear
-recovery hooks.front -don't plan on getting stuck!
-17" wheels -getting aftermarket wheels

so basically all i want is the traction assist and maybe the hd rear.

does anyone have the Z66?

so what is everyone's opinion on this?

thanks
kj

What are your future plans with this truck?

mods:
-cold air intake
-exhaust(cat back duals)
-chrome step side bars
-20" wheels


as far as use:

no off roading
no heavy towing


just want a nice truck for family and use for aroung the house type stuff.

i actually ordered one with the z66 pkg. cuz right now there is a 4,000 rebate on the avalanche. so i am trying to get one made before the end of this month. but the dealer said if it didn't come in by the end of the month i don't have to get it. cuz i want the rebate. but he want the z66 on it so he can sell it if i don't get it.

so basically i am getting the z66 to get the rebate, unless i just get one with the body hardware.

I know you don't want/need a 4X4, but in my opinion the resale on a 4X4 is worth the intial expense - you will get most of it back in trade, whether you use it or not. -only my opinion.

If you MUST get a two wheel drive (UGH!) and CAN get the rebate, why not get the Z66 pkg.

If the rebate is not in the equation and you still want a two wheel drive, then why get the Z66 pkg.?

A two wheel drive Avalanche is like a Pepsi without the fizz, a hot dog without the mustard, a boat without a motor...................

My :2cents:

-slacker :smokin: