Hello there. I have been lurking for some time now, and doing a lot of research. This forum is a great resource. I thought it would be a good idea to post about my Envoy, future plans, and concerns.
Currently Stock:
-2002 GMC Envoy SLT with (2HI, A4WD, 4HI, 4LO)
-4.2L engine
-3.73 gear ratio (GT4)
-Factory locker (G80) - I think this means rear diff locker but I don't have a button to lock it or not.
-150 Amp alternator (KG4)
-Rear air suspension.
Future plans:
-Rear air suspension conversion. I am thinking either this strutmaster kit or just purchase 2 rear springs since in the next line item (BDS suspension) lift comes with the shock.
http://www.strutmasters.com/products/2002-2009-gmc-envoy-rear-air-suspension-conversion-kit-with-shocks-gb1rb-2/
-2" BDS suspension Lift
http://bds-suspension.com/product?ma=5&mo=14&ty=1&yr=2002-2009&kid=168H
-1.5" wheel spacers from here
http://theliftmeister.com/public_html/theliftmeister.com/page4/page4.html
-265/70r17 tires (not sure what brand or kind yet but probably some AT)
Concerns:
-That the wheel spacers will negatively affect the life of wheel bearings and other components while towing a small trailer (3500lbs dry). I tow a hand full of times a year.
-That rear springs are worse for towing than the rear air ride system because of the air suspensions ability to automatically adjust to ride height.
-Rear air ride conversion will make the ride squeak (read that from the strutmaster kit website it has happened before)
Reasons for considering this setup:
-Want to be able to camp/fish more off the beaten path with and without trailer.
-More ground clearance during winters up here in Canada.
-Want my truck to look rugged, and more inline of how I feel inside
Thanks for reading.