Trailblazer i6 mods Look back and see where I said to rebuild the front end with the money and that's a good thing to do 'cause this front end is very flimsy --- "lithe" is another word that comes to mind --- but "buff" it certainly is not. Id say your're better off porting the heads than using 3. They had to drop the compression a bit and do a few other minor things but they said quite simple to get more power. 2 to gain hp n mileage. The day has finally come and in less than 2 months we went from bone stock trailblazer to an incredible sounding boosted one. 0/leveled/22" Diesels/CAI/muffler delete/caddy handles. Mar 26, 2012 · A forum community dedicated to Chevy Trailblazer and GMC Envoy owners and enthusiasts. 0 said 209 HP. What can i do to improve fuel milage. Fortunately the Colorado/Hummers share a lot with the TrailBlazer platform, and the ECM/TCM from 08-09 are identical except for the programmed OSs. 0 engine pull out from a Silverado, only to find out that I needed To ditch most of the front accessory drive, and oil pan. 2. User Info. A few make 4. The only mods I have done are making a homemade air box mod and replaced resonator with a pipe and chrome tip both of which probably didn't add extra power, but they made me feel better and gave me something to do. Jun 5, 2013 · I fired my supercharged traillazer up this weekend. Doable yes, but cost wise you could sell an I6 and buy a high mile 06-07 TBSS for about the cost of a LS2 + trans. Would the stock I6 converter be a nice improvement? ~Erik~ 2013 Sonic RS Manual - 1. 20 dollars on amazon for 1/4 abs plastic sheet. Members can purchase them from my EBAY store, I will buy back their tb cores for $65. 25” adapters Breaks Power stop towing package in front Jun 4, 2011 · For the electronics side, you will need an 09 TrailBlazer I6 ECM OS and TCM OS. 0's. Right now it is bone stock. Higher RPM converters give more "out of the hole" performance, so to speak. well when pertaining to this platform. I would like to gauge the interest in a Stainless header for the 4. Jul 7, 2006 · The paperwork on my Trailblazer SS for the I6 says 291 HP 277 FtLbs My 04 rangers 4. There is light at the end of the tunnel! I started this project in January 2009 with the idea of using an Eaton M112 off a mustang cobra on the inline 6 in my then daily driver 2006 trailblazer. 06+ SWB Trailblazer models received the optional package to get the 5. well maybe im wrong im no pro lol i bought some escort gt2 and set it up for my truck, i put in 6000lb instead of 5000lb b/c i thought they weighd 5. '05 DSG CCSB Sierra 2500HD SLT 6. It has 108,000 miles as of 2-7-09. Helps slide items and won't tear up apholsty, matches rear hatch plastic as well. I'm doing longtubes/ORY after the 1st of the year, and i'm having the urge to spray it with a 100 shot. 4L I6. I went the expensive route and added the Borla stainless cat back dual system to mine. You could always go with a custom supercharger or turbo setup. First off I have a 2002 Trailblazer LTZ with 3. I've had it since June 2008. Feb 14, 2007 · tb I6 twin turbo motor trend did an article where chevrolet put a twin turbo on the I6 and got 400 HP . 73 gears w/ G80 Locker Jan 1, 2007 · I have a 05 TB with a I6. Oct 8, 2012 · Here at Kooks custom headers we are striving to bring the absolute best products to the market. Mar 26, 2013 · Forum search is a great place to start. Turbos tend to be gentler on parts than other forms of power adders, the key is the tune and make 100% sure the engine is not run in detonation/pre-ignition otherwise you will break stuff in a hurry. (Mods please add a poll interested Yes No) Jun 5, 2008 · Engine Tunes/Mods finally a programer for the 4. Simple abs plastic mod to the back of my rear seats. 5 i think, but when i did a 1/4mil measurement the thing read 357HP at 41mph, i thought that was pretty high, i couldnt make it to 60mph b/c i was on a semi-busy road by my house, and i didnt make 1/4mile either, but my Post: trailblazer I6 mods (Topic#152047) sgian Valued Contributor Posts: 4573 Loc: MO Reg: 12-25-03. I wasted a lot of money getting a full dressed 6. Also put the biggest trans cooler on you can find. For all that i read people that mod the I6 with tune, exhaust, and CAI love the Oct 15, 2021 · 2003 Trailblazer I6 4x4 Suspension mods-tow shocks w/ springs in rear-level kit spacers 3” front 2” rear-upper control arms flipped Wheels 16x8” -12mm offset 265/75r16 BFG at ko2s 1. Basically looking at cat-back exhaust, CAI, tune, and possibly headers in the near future. 91 out of 5 based on 23 customer ratings Jan 7, 2018 · Trailblazer ss or EXT accessories and oil pan (or c6 oil pan for 2wd), along with an 03-04 trailblazer EXT v8 engine harness will get you running. Jan 9, 2012 · Since the Chevy Colorado, GMC Canyon, H3 Hummer and Trailblazer I6 share the same throttle bodies. Cheaper to sell and buy an SS honestly. I am extremely interested in increasing horsepower and performance of my new beauty. 3. Oct 4, 2007 · The 2005 Trailblazer I6 was 275HP 275FT-LBS, while the 5. One downside to the 5. I'll try to quickly summarize the project. 4L I4T E78, tuned, turbo mods, etc. 3 was 300HP 330FT-LBS. I got tired of the crappy expensive rubber mats that came with my car that I can't slide anything on. Jul 13, 2009 · If its really heavy then I'd work the transmission over to shift better and faster (#2 mods). only 88,000 miles so i’m trynna make the best of them Oct 10, 2004 · There are a couple of exhaust mods also out there. 2L I6 Mail Order Tuning Rated 4. 00 CB Radio Citizen Band, COLOR LIGHT BULB FILTERS items in SuperModulation Auctions store on eBay! Thanks for your support, SuperModulation Dec 17, 2010 · The only mods i have as of now is a DIY 4" intake and borla exhaust. 2 tunes and performance increase Looking to increse the HP and the Effiency of my 2007 gmc envoy 4. Ford has a problem with the emmisions. As part of that process we are always looking for what the next product should be. I love this engine and think it has great potential. Panhard Bar, BMR LCA's, SAIS Pump delete, SAIS Block-off plate, Corvette Trans Servo, Z-Pak Clutches, Sonnax Pinless Accumulators, Dual Cage Sprag, Auxiliary Trans Cooler,, 8" diff. My goal this summer is to obtain a Cobalt SS S/C 2Bar MAP sensor and get my 02 I6 running with it installed. I'm happy to get away from Fords. They say the motor is virtually bulletproof. I6 is limited on performance mods. 5k stock but its like 4. Jan 15, 2009 · An S-10/I6 TB converter will stall at 2600RPM or so behind a V8 compared to the stock converter that is in the 1800 range. Then fabbing a s/c bracket or welding up a turbo will be relatively easy (the hardwares never been the issue with this). I also use this to pull my camaro to the track and haul my family around. I have searched and done the research and although I have formed my own ideas I also figured to ask some of the experts and other enthusiasts out there. 2008 TrailBlazer SS 3SS AWD Summit White - LS2 E67/T42, bolt ons, suspension, etc. Feb 5, 2018 · Performance Mods: Custom Intake, Nankang SP-5's, PowerSport Slotted-Only Rotors, Kooks Headers w/ Gutted Cat & DEI Header Wrap, Belltech lowering kit: -3" Front -5" Rear, 'Massive' Adj. Corsa comes to mind. 73 gears. Thanks in advance! May 15, 2009 · Yep, I got fed up with lack of power options for the 02-05 I6 and got an SS (plus I waited 4 years to get one). 2 Categories Mail Order Tuning, Trailblazer + Envoy 02-09 Tuning + Software, Trailblazer + Envoy 6 Cyl 2002-2009, Trailblazer Envoy Rainier Ascender 4. My ranger was 50 states legal, so it conformed to Calis strict emmisions laws. There are many different DIY mods with great write ups and pictures. 2 vortec!! Jump to Latest I have a 2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer with the I6 engine and a 1999 Chevy van with a 350. 2L I6. 3. 3 was offered in the SWB Envoy Denali 05-09, and 03-06 in the EXT only. Feb 7, 2014 · The 5. Im sitting at about 50k miles havent done anything but change the oil. Search on motortrend or trucktrend website and you should be able to find it. 7L sleeves and making a 4. Jun 8, 2022 · Steve 24 CT5-V, 23 Corvette, 18 Colorado ZR2, 05 Blazer ZR2 Previous vehicles: 2016 Corolla S, 2012 Cruze Eco, 2002 Corvette Z06, 1996 Impala SS, 2001 S10 Crew Cab, 1998 Malibu LS, 1991 Mazda 626, 1988 S10 Blazer 4x4, 1976 Camaro, 1968 Impala Fastback, 1968 Impala Custom Jan 2, 2013 · What mods can i do to my 4. 2 i6 2003 Trailblazer @ 146,000 miles Sep 12, 2023 · Really --- the TB doesn't bode well with mods to add horses or performance until yards of money are thrown into the pit. Jul 13, 2010 · Exhaust set up I have done allot of research and decided to go with the complete Borla exhaust set up I think it sounds really good it's pricey but my option is it's the only exhaust that actually give the I6 a deep growl ( I have flowmasters now and don't like them ) they have a video on YouTube it's a trailblazer I6 with the Borla exhaust set up but in reality it sounds a million times Oct 10, 2023 · I have a 2003 trailblazer I6 & i’m wondering what mods i can do? i’ve already straight piped and it sounds decent but looking to see what else i can do. 3 is the lack of documentation, the info available is nowhere near as plentiful as the 4. I am a new member as well as a new Trailblazer I6 owner. Come join the discussion about performance, modifications, troubleshooting, towing capacity, maintenance, and more! Mar 11, 2010 · Hello, thank you all for such an awesome site. I would like as much input from you as possible. That's why I think that Ford gets the lowest HP than any other manufaturer. Both mods will give you some performance increase, but will add to cabin noise. Send Private Topic View Profile. Huge thanks to @Calvin-Nelson a Nov 18, 2014 · Engine Tunes/Mods 4. LMK what y’all think! These videos are pre recorded from last year and I’ll be up to date soon! You’ll definitely be able to tell when everything is up to da Dec 9, 2020 · I use my trailblazer all day everyday as I'm sure we all due. The two big mufflers on the I6 are on there for a reason, to quiet the engine. Sep 5, 2012 · SKU GMT 360 I6 TB 4. sdpnu fnm aayulmjm ans hydoo vbyoky vpt psedm xfo nibfg qpuwiip acnz hezbt nad vzfmf