to Z66, or not to Z66...

[kjpierce]

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

[bowtiebandit]

What are your future plans with this truck?

[kjpierce]

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.

[slacker_53]

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

-slacker