Live in West Michigan and needed a new / used vehicle to replace my 2004 jeep Grand Cherokee that got totaled last winter. Looked at another Grand Cherokee but wifey is into horses so we got to thinking that we would like something more versatile like a pick up. Then I saw an Avalanche on Craig's list and had never considered it. Found one at a dealer, drove it, liked it and purchased it a few weeks ago 2005 with 105,000 miles on it. So far we love it.
Already put it to use hauling 25 bails of hay. I finally had a chance to check out the mechanics yesterday to see what was needed but everything looked good under the hood except for that grounding wire. I will check the hood to see if there is an attachment point. I also crawled under the AV and inspected the frame and drive train. These things are built like a tank! No wonder they are so heavy! I do need shocks but that will have to wait until next weekend.
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