- May 16, 2014
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Hello all, I was a member of Trailvoy (like many others here) for quite some time, but used a different screen name. Anyway, I used to own a 2004 Trailblazer 4.2. I went through a couple of S10 Blazer "Beaters" until I bought an 02 Avalanche two summers ago. It was totalled this past March and have been looking for the right vehicle to replace it. I have decided I want to get back into a Traiblazer/Envoy or the like. I have found what appears to be a nice 2004 Buick Rainier with the 5.3.
http://dubuque.craigslist.org/cto/4402628412.html
What are your thoughts on this? I want one with a 5.3 for sure as I intend on towing my 01 Z28 to the track and other events on occassion. Also will pull a 18' Four Winns boat. I know a 4.2 can get it done, but I just don't like how soft they are down low in the RPM range. Anyway, I like the look of the Buicks, and they are easier to find with the 5.3 around here. Not to mention slightly cheaper than the 5.3 TB's as they are usually a little older. How is the AWD system in these rigs? I know there are some issues but that is the case with anything. Is the price about right on this particular Rainier?
For anyone wondering about the screen name, I previously mentioned I have a 2001 Z28 Camaro.
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Stock bottom end 2003 LQ4, S480 turbo, custom cam, 4L80E trans, Circle D converter, 9 inch, running on E85. Last year went a best of 9.92 @ 140 with a smaller turbo and different cam. Looking to go mid 9's in the upper 140 range this year.
I look forward to spending some time here. Thanks all!
http://dubuque.craigslist.org/cto/4402628412.html
What are your thoughts on this? I want one with a 5.3 for sure as I intend on towing my 01 Z28 to the track and other events on occassion. Also will pull a 18' Four Winns boat. I know a 4.2 can get it done, but I just don't like how soft they are down low in the RPM range. Anyway, I like the look of the Buicks, and they are easier to find with the 5.3 around here. Not to mention slightly cheaper than the 5.3 TB's as they are usually a little older. How is the AWD system in these rigs? I know there are some issues but that is the case with anything. Is the price about right on this particular Rainier?
For anyone wondering about the screen name, I previously mentioned I have a 2001 Z28 Camaro.
.
Stock bottom end 2003 LQ4, S480 turbo, custom cam, 4L80E trans, Circle D converter, 9 inch, running on E85. Last year went a best of 9.92 @ 140 with a smaller turbo and different cam. Looking to go mid 9's in the upper 140 range this year.
I look forward to spending some time here. Thanks all!