01 Yukon Xl

David S

David S

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Hey guys, so I decided a little while ago to Buy this 01 Yukon and make my version of an overland / camp/ travel vehicle. The 1st thing I've been working on is the interior layout, sleeping platform -storage .
so the rear height is 9" internal and flows to behind the seats at 17 1/4 inches leaving 31 inches of head height to the roof enough to sit up, this was kinda inspired with the idea I can hide some gear & my dogs can run around each compartment has a specific use. ( yes I use to build custom car audio ) lol .
I'll post updated photos for this build tomorrow
 

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Phildirt said:
Nice to see another GM SUV, I've been lonely haha. What are your future plans? Is it 4wd?
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Yep 4x4. Eventually I may do a lift still undecided, have added a roof rack, swing out rear tire carrier with jerry cans, a set of rough country drop steps and front bull bar with light ( will be changing out for full bumper ) at some point and yes it’s nice to see a few more GM vehicle builds not against other makes just like to see what’s out there in the full size world..
Onboard air and solar are in the works [emoji1303]


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Here’s some updated shots of current build, some of the carport is done getting all the gaps right and flushed in handles to access the compartments.. let me know what ya think [emoji1303]


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That's pretty sweet. If I wasn't hauling kids and crap everywhere I'd do something similar. I pretty much treat my Burb like a pickup truck with a topper at this point, quit trying to keep the interior nice from the middle seats back a long time ago.
 
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Phildirt said:
That's pretty sweet. If I wasn't hauling kids and crap everywhere I'd do something similar. I pretty much treat my Burb like a pickup truck with a topper at this point, quit trying to keep the interior nice from the middle seats back a long time ago.
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Ya I made a mat out of a tarp and carpet that sits over Incase of dog accidents that’s easy to hose off and air dry [emoji51] lol the flat space is 49 inches wide so I can still haul ply wood and dry wall when needed or any other home improvement accessories [emoji15]


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David S said:
Hey guys, so I decided a little while ago to Buy this 01 Yukon and make my version of an overland / camp/ travel vehicle. The 1st thing I've been working on is the interior layout, sleeping platform -storage .
so the rear height is 9" internal and flows to behind the seats at 17 1/4 inches leaving 31 inches of head height to the roof enough to sit up, this was kinda inspired with the idea I can hide some gear & my dogs can run around each compartment has a specific use. ( yes I use to build custom car audio ) lol .
I'll post updated photos for this build tomorrow
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Nice job! I too have an 01 Yukon xl. I’ll be watching your progress!


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Jimmy Schantz said:
How much extra weight ?
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I don’t think I added much when you think about what I removed center and 3rd row seats, seat belts and interior trim in the rear. Total weight of wood, carpet and screws maybe 250/300lbs should be close to even.. when I have a chance I’ll be weighing the seats to see what came out
 
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I don’t think I added much when you think about what I removed center and 3rd row seats, seat belts and interior trim in the rear. Total weight of wood, carpet and screws maybe 250/300lbs should be close to even.. when I have a chance I’ll be weighing the seats to see what came out
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Cool deal I have a 1999 Yukon and was thinking about making it an off-road vehicle
 
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Wow, that looks terrific! Great job on that interior, it looks very well thought out.

I found this thread as I'm researching possibly getting a fullsize GM suv.

I'm on the fence right now, not sure if I want to go short or long wheelbase if I go GM, and the 1st gen Sequoia and 100 series LC are not out of the running either.

I imagine the GM's are the cheapest to buy and repair though.
 
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StuntmanMike said:
Wow, that looks terrific! Great job on that interior, it looks very well thought out.

I found this thread as I'm researching possibly getting a fullsize GM suv.

I'm on the fence right now, not sure if I want to go short or long wheelbase if I go GM, and the 1st gen Sequoia and 100 series LC are not out of the running either.

I imagine the GM's are the cheapest to buy and repair though.
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I think cost is about the same for some repairs, I will say there are a lot more options as far as suspension lifts for the others than the GMC or Chevy. I need room to sleep inside when I want with the wife and a few of my pups, so this allowed for storage and space without filling the interior. 49 inches between the side cabinets and just over 8ft in length [emoji1303]
Can’t wait to see what you build
 
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David S said:
I think cost is about the same for some repairs, I will say there are a lot more options as far as suspension lifts for the others than the GMC or Chevy. I need room to sleep inside when I want with the wife and a few of my pups, so this allowed for storage and space without filling the interior. 49 inches between the side cabinets and just over 8ft in length [emoji1303]
Can’t wait to see what you build
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Thanks! I'm not 100% sure on what I want yet, I have to drive them. It will mostly be me in the vehicle, occasionally with a dog and perhaps one other person, max. I want something that cam be used as a camping vehicle and light offroading, as well as a support vehicle for my mountainbiking trips. The biking can get gear intensive, which is why I want a fullsize in the first place, and not a 4Runner.

I may PM you at some point, if I get one or look at one I'll prob have some questions. :)
 
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StuntmanMike said:
Thanks! I'm not 100% sure on what I want yet, I have to drive them. It will mostly be me in the vehicle, occasionally with a dog and perhaps one other person, max. I want something that cam be used as a camping vehicle and light offroading, as well as a support vehicle for my mountainbiking trips. The biking can get gear intensive, which is why I want a fullsize in the first place, and not a 4Runner.

I may PM you at some point, if I get one or look at one I'll prob have some questions. :)
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No worries, hit me up
 
that's awesome!! just picked up an 07 Denali non XL, and looking to build it up. it's tough to find a lift kit for this thing with the dang air ride suspension
 
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