We do like full-size pickup trucks here on 4WDLife and we’ve always had some affection for the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 (and its virtual twin, the GMC Sierra). In this take, we feature the best Chevrolet Silverado years. This staple Chevrolet truck made its debut with the 1999 model year. Initially only available as a three-door […]
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Chevy Silverado Years to Avoid
The Chevrolet Silverado is the brand’s offering for the heavy-duty full-size pickup truck segment. As a General Motors vehicle, it does share a lot in common with the GMC Sierra. In select markets, the Silverado is also known as the Cheyenne. The Silverado pickup come in three different variants: the 1500, the 2500, and the […]
What Size Lift Do You Need for 33-Inch Tires in Silverado? Plus Tips in Choosing One
The Chevy Silverado is an iconic and reliable pickup truck from a global brand. It is a hardworking, smart, and tough beast in a lightweight package. To make it more powerful, consider a variety of performance upgrades, including bigger tires. To raise your ride, it is not enough that you pick larger tires. You will […]
How Big of Tires Can I Fit on My Chevy 1500?
One of the main benefits of owning a Chevy is the potential to upgrade and even improve it, especially if you love off-roading. The most common modification most truck owners do is installing bigger tires. With bigger tires, you enjoy improved ground clearance and it gets easier to tackle rough terrains without damaging the truck. […]
Best Power Programmers: Performance Tuners for Chevy Silverado 5.3L
The 5.3L V8 engine designed for the Chevrolet Silverado is a game changer. In its stock state, it’s capable of dishing out 355 horsepower and 383 lb-ft. Of torque. It can pull 11,600 lbs and carry around 2,202 lbs of cargo. If that doesn’t seem much to you, well the engine still has untapped potential […]
A Guide to Selecting the Best Brake Pads and Rotors for Silverado 1500
Most vehicle owners focus on raw performance, storage capabilities, and looks when upgrading the Chevy Silverado 1500, and very few think about how to improve braking performance, arguably the most important feature to work on on a pickup truck that’s going to be used for tough hauling tasks. Unfortunately, choosing top-quality brake kits isn’t simple […]
Best Tonneau Covers for Silverado in 2023 – Review & Buying Guide
A Tonneau cover is one of the best things you can purchase for your truck; it protects the bed when you don’t need it. You can keep it covered to prevent rain, snow, and sunlight from ruining the finish and keep the mud and road grime off the bed to keep it in good condition […]
Best Shocks For Silverado 1500
Shocks are known for offering a smooth ride across a bumpy roadway or rough terrain, but it offers more than just a comfortable ride. Whether your riding trails, driving to work, or hauling heavy equipment, the shocks are responsible for how well you can control your vehicle. Without a reliable set of shocks, you would […]
Best Power Programmers & Performance Tuners for Chevy Silverado 5.3L
A performance programmer is one of the best investments you could make for any vehicle, but that goes double for the Chevy Silverado 5.3L. A big car with a seriously powerful engine, Chevy models with a 5.3L engine can enjoy some genuinely outstanding improvements to things like fuel economy, horsepower, torque, and emissions. Below are […]
