Thinking about a new truck.

[DV2000NJ]

Just think its weird that my 2000 SLE has 4 wheel disc... and this 05 SLT has drum in the rear... looks like this truck has like every option, besides being a denali... its not far from it.

In '05 they went with larger rotors in front, and drums in the rear (that's why '05+ trucks can't fit anything smaller than a 17" wheel).

 

[Z71_Silvy]

Just think its weird that my 2000 SLE has 4 wheel disc... and this 05 SLT has drum in the rear

Be happy........

 

[EMS_0525]

Just think its weird that my 2000 SLE has 4 wheel disc... and this 05 SLT has drum in the rear... looks like this truck has like every option, besides being a denali... its not far from it.

In '05 they went with larger rotors in front, and drums in the rear (that's why '05+ trucks can't fit anything smaller than a 17" wheel).

Interesting... thanks.

Why should i be happy about the drum? Thought disc stops better?

 

[Stumpuller6.5]

wishin` you luck in the purchase eric!

 

[dietz4ibanez]

Hurry up and buy that truck

 

[EMS_0525]

taking my extra set of keys and the stock radio so ill be prepared to drive it home. Im sure hoping there isnt anything wrong with this one, its a 1 owner truck.

 

[MS3DALE]

Just think its weird that my 2000 SLE has 4 wheel disc... and this 05 SLT has drum in the rear

Don't worry,It will stop just as good if not better than your 2000.

Hurry up and buy the truck so you can sign up for the Black Bear tune meet in April at Pittsburgh Mills Mall,I'll put your name down on the list if ya' want!

 

[EMS_0525]

Just think its weird that my 2000 SLE has 4 wheel disc... and this 05 SLT has drum in the rear

Don't worry,It will stop just as good if not better than your 2000.

Hurry up and buy the truck so you can sign up for the Black Bear tune meet in April at Pittsburgh Mills Mall,I'll put your name down on the list if ya' want!

whats that all about?

 

[drperry]

Just think its weird that my 2000 SLE has 4 wheel disc... and this 05 SLT has drum in the rear... looks like this truck has like every option, besides being a denali... its not far from it.

In '05 they went with larger rotors in front, and drums in the rear (that's why '05+ trucks can't fit anything smaller than a 17" wheel).

Interesting... thanks.

Why should i be happy about the drum? Thought disc stops better?

Something in the design of the brakes... They pick up a lot of crud and kill the rotors... Especially in the mud...
Or something.

I've never had a problem on my Blazer, but a fair number of people have had some kind of issues in the 1/2 tons and larger trucks

 

[Z71_Silvy]

Why should i be happy about the drum? Thought disc stops better?

Not in the rear. From what I understand, the disc/disc setup on the GMT800s was junk and didn't make any appreciable difference in stopping distance.

I was concerned too when I bought my truck...but people told me the same thing...be happy. Plus, if nothing else...it will be cheaper to maintain in the future.