First Truck Owner - 24 TB
Hello All, I finally got myself a Truck. Traded in my 2019 VW Golf R for this beauty 2024 Trail Boss. So far I am loving it. Can't wait to take offroad.
Posts of the Week
The most-reacted posts on Chevy Trail Boss Forum each week — the community's best photos, builds and discussions, ranked by reactions.
Aug 8, 2026
Trail Boss Camping & Overlanding
Stock Silverado Trail Boss in Colorado what passes can this do?
The vast majority of the Alpine Loop is graded forest service roads. Most of it can be easily done in a stock TB. With that said there are places that can get you in trouble. I...
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Some Sierra Gold, courtesy of the Trail Boss
Hot and dry this year in the Lost Sierra... The early thaw either washed out the wild fish, or the heat had them hiding from us. Maybe both. No Browns or Rainbows but a...
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July 2026 Trail Boss of the Month Winner: JWright82 🏆
The votes are in! Congratulations to @JWright82 on taking home the July 2026 Trail Boss of the Month title! 🏆 If you missed the voting thread, be sure to check out all the entries here...
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2027 TrailBoss(es) revealed
"updated rear auto-locking differential" - hmm, wonder about that ? Watched again and he did NOT say “auto” just “updated”. Here’s to hoping they make it an electronic locking diff… God forbid...
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What did you do to your Trailboss today? 🛠️
there were a few, Mighty Mouse is one i have on an older Gen 1 LS. it is a very nice piece though. https://www.mightymousesolutions.com/cans-fbody...
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Stock Silverado Trail Boss in Colorado what passes can this do?
The only thing to be very aware of is the poor turning radius of the TB on some of the tight mountain switch-backs. Engineer and Cinnamon are GTG, just stay off of Poughkeepsie Gulch (unless you...
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Anyone smoke their taillights?
Yeah I was looking at these too, but saw some reviews that they can or will come off. Still on the fence about it.
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Trail Boss Talk
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What did you do to your Trailboss today? 🛠️
Today, I ordered the K&N oil catch can. After reading thru the forum and a TON of reviews, it appears to be a trustworthy product and comprable to the J&L and others, but comes with a 6oz can...
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What did you do to your Trailboss today? 🛠️
Today, I ordered the K&N oil catch can. After reading thru the forum and a TON of reviews, it appears to be a trustworthy product and comprable to the J&L and others, but comes with a 6oz can...
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Trail Boss Problems and Issues
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Misfire Again!?
i only want to say this...NEVER ADD anything to your oil...research, call and spec out the oil you need. you do not want to dilute, modify or change chemistry of your oil. You may never see the...
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Trail Boss Problems and Issues
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Electrical nightmare
I have looked hi and low forward and back nothing is broken.. when I started it that morning it died after about 2 minutes of running… and it was hard to start back but it did start… so I suspect...
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Trail Boss Problems and Issues
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Electrical nightmare
my fuel pump module acted up a few times before ever throwing a code. the engine would lay over, then ran back up to the setting of the cruise control...it wasnt until the 3rd or 4th time of...
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Trail Boss Problems and Issues
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Electrical nightmare
it took a very long cycle for it to happen....it was a full loss of power or solid 6-8 secs, then would ramp up the pre-set cruise speed. when doing 75 ish, you decel very quickly...and then a...
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Aug 1, 2026
TRAILBOSS ANTENNA HACK
Mine kept getting caught in the brushes at the car wash. This was my solution.
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new to me 23 trailboss
just got me a 23 lt trailboss i4 turbo, so far really love the truck, hope to learn alot here!! Thanks!!
TRAILBOSS ANTENNA HACK
I kept getting irritated about the antenna hitting the garage door when I pulled out or went in to garage . so I almost bought a new one / shorter . kept looking and not liking...
New Guy Post
New to the forum, but owner of my LT Trail Boss since December of 2022. Just crossed over 50k, with the last 30k spent exploring the PNW. Pictures is just North of Wenatchee, WA before heading out...
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Trail Boss Problems and Issues
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TRAILBOSS ANTENNA HACK
LOOKS GOOD , as a fellow gun owner I thought about that one too , but im cheap LOL did not want to spend the money on something I already have . it really looks nice on your red TB . (y)...
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Introductions
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TRAILBOSS ANTENNA HACK
LOOKS GOOD , as a fellow gun owner I thought about that one too , but im cheap LOL did not want to spend the money on something I already have . it really looks nice on your red TB . (y)
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Trail Boss Problems and Issues
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TRAILBOSS ANTENNA HACK
I kept getting irritated about the antenna hitting the garage door when I pulled out or went in to garage . so I almost bought a new one / shorter . kept looking and not liking the prices or...
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Trail Boss Problems and Issues
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Pop in my steering
definitely post the problem when diagnosed. those of us that have spun the wheel of "guess the cause" want to know!:cool:
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Introductions
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New to the Chevy World
Life long Ford guy, but just bought a 26 Trail Boss LT. So far, I love it but still trying to figure out where everything is and how to configure it to my liking. Lots to learn, but I will get...
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Introductions
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New to Trail Boss Forum
Welcome! What took you so long to get here? 😁 Didn't know that the forum was here. But I'm here now to stay. 😂
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Introductions
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Introductions
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Jul 25, 2026
Trail Boss Talk
Trail Boss Talk
Apple Carplay not Working Suddenly
Thanks, I will these instructions a shot. Holding down the end call button did the trick. All better now! Thank you.
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Trail Boss 5.3l Engine
Oil catch cans
OKAY ! if this catch can regardless of brand is it a no-no for the warranty if taken in for service ? if so then it would have to be taken off when GM is doing the service work...
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Trail Boss Problems and Issues
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DFM install ,do I need to change the oil viscosity
Aside from the government making claims that the OE needs to meet certain C.A.F.E. (mileage) requirements....there is Zero reason to continue 0-20 over 5-30
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Trail Boss Modifications
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Resonator and flapper
Nope tape them up and lock that flapper in the open position. It will sound so much better.
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Trail Boss Talk
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What did you do to your Trailboss today? 🛠️
Well, confirm since that post...we have done route 66 from STL to Catoosa, OK (Big Blue Whale).... Surprisingly, at the posted speed limit and few stops....she is far less thirsty. Highly...
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Trail Boss 5.3l Engine
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Oil catch cans
My dealer loves that I have one installed....they say, it should have one....but GM doesnt.... Most knowledgeable techs understand, and it is not invasive to any service work.
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Trail Boss Problems and Issues
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Engine turns off, NOT auto stop start
Oddly enough, I just took off on a 2000 mile ish road trip....Louisiana to STL, the west out Rte. 66 On the way up, my truck seemed to be having a trans issue...so I thought. But temp was 151 on...
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Trail Boss Talk
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Shock absorbers and upper control arms
I'm running the Rough Country aluminum upper control arms with no problems. Daily driving, fire roads, two track, rock gardens, some mild rock crawling and fun at the local terrain park have all...
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Trail Boss Talk
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What did you do to your Trailboss today? 🛠️
Installed a new Fuel Pump Contril Modual at 52K.... Leaving tomorrow at 8am to start a STL to ?? Route 66 roadtrip....we will see where end up by Friday!
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Trail Boss Talk
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Apple Carplay not Working Suddenly
May try resetting the infotainment screen by holding down the end call button on the steering wheel with the truck running in park. Essentially a soft reset. Don’t know if it’ll help CarPlay...
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headlight and turn signal
Hello all, I have a 2021 Silverado 1500 Trailboss Custom. I recently had the DS low beam and PS front turn signal stop working. Headlight won't turn on and signal doesn't flash. I have checked all...
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Jul 18, 2026
Trail Boss Talk
What did you do to your Trailboss today? 🛠️
not to sure I will ever understand the highlighting of the gas door...somethings are just meant to not be seen.
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The black Trail boss Photo Thread
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Introductions
2026 cypress grey
I hear you, I could park my Wife's Suburban like it was a car, but not my TB And here I thought it was just me, lol. Drove a chevy work van for years and never had an issue...
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2026 cypress grey
ANYONE DO ANY PIN STRIPING ON YOUR TB I did this to mine , just to make it pop a little . I want to do the sides but reluctant to start , don't have a clear pic in my mind for outcome .
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Trail Boss Problems and Issues
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Engine turns off, NOT auto stop start
Don't just tighten the negative battery cable, take it off for 5 minutes and reconnect. I know it sounds crazy to "reboot" a truck but it works. I was off road driving it hard. I put it into a...
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3 Trail Boss Owners: 0W-20 or 5W-30?
***Latest Used Oil Analysis*** The latest test results are from my UOA from 7/11/26. FYI...this is an ester-based oil so that is why the oxidation value is so high. You will notice the same high...
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3 Trail Boss Owners: 0W-20 or 5W-30?
Ive been using that penzoil euro l 5w30 seems to be working good no pressure problems and/or mpg loss or gain
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Trail Boss Talk
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What did you do to your Trailboss today? 🛠️
I am seriously astounded how much crap "could" go back into the intake manifold without these catch cans. Crazy! And I suppose the catch can will violate the engine warranty, which is 10 years or...
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Trail Boss Talk
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What did you do to your Trailboss today? 🛠️
NO it doesn't violate the engine warranty and can easily be taken off in 15 minutes or so if you think there's going to be an issue.
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Trail Boss Talk
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What did you do to your Trailboss today? 🛠️
NO it doesn't violate the engine warranty and can easily be taken off in 15 minutes or so if you think there's going to be an issue. It is something that should be STOCK on our Chevy small...
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Trail Boss Talk
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What did you do to your Trailboss today? 🛠️
that fluid level is not a direct correlation to what is going into the intake. is there mist and oil deposits, yes...but alot of that (i think) is from condensation forming in the catch can i...
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What did you do to your Trailboss today? 🛠️
Small cosmetic updates, fuel door was easy to remove so it's black now, and had a nail right in the corner of the sidewall in my 20" so i removed all wheels and painted calipers. 18" spring tires...
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2026 cypress grey
IT IS A PAIN IN THE ARSE TO FIND A DESENT PARKING SPOT OR TRYING TO TURN AROUND QUICKLY
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Trail Boss Photos
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The black Trail boss Photo Thread
You can take a look at the smoked taillights on my rig. Thanks man. Are they whole taillight assembly or covers? If you bought them can you let me know where, if you don’t mind. Again thank you...
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Trail Boss Talk
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What did you do to your Trailboss today? 🛠️
not to sure I will ever understand the highlighting of the gas door...somethings are just meant to not be seen. I get it, it took me a minute and I just thought to myself, I see these in town, I...
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Jul 11, 2026
July 2026 - Trail Boss of the Month starts now!
Haven’t posted in a while… truck was clean for a change.
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2026 cypress grey
new to forum . my name is Raul Briones ( retired ) from Celina, TX. anyway I bought a new Trailboss ( traded a 2022 ford bronco big bend ) I absolutely love this truck , do...
New guy
Hello everyone! My name is Jeff. I’m from Alabama. Been lurking here for a few months and decided to sign up. From reading posts I can see there’s good people here with so much...
Trail Boss Suspension
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Suspension & tire swap /ride comfort
6112s are well worth it especially for the price. Massive upgrade in ride improvement on and off road. My understanding is the 5100s can use the stock 550lbs spring, but the 6112s require the...
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New member
As promised, here is a real life pic of the TB, at the casino yesterday afternoon. Added some WeatherTech window ventvisors and a WeatherTech hood deflector. Will be adding a oil catch can, an...
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July 2026 - Trail Boss of the Month starts now!
2022 LT Trail Boss Z71, 5.3l. 100% stock, only mods are hood deflector and vent visors. At the casino where I won $200.
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Trail Boss Modifications
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Preventing Lifter Failire
I believe you either have one that's going to fail or you don't. I read somewhere that 97% do not fail. I have no way way to confirm or deny that number.
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Trail Boss Camping & Overlanding
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TB in Moab & I rolled friends Jeep
Very glad everyone is OK. Brings to mind a famous quote by G.K. Chesterton. “An adventure is only an inconvenience rightly considered. An inconvenience is only an adventure wrongly considered.”...
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Trail Boss Talk
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First Road Trip in the Trail Boss
Went on another trip during 4th of July. Went down to Crystal Beach, Tx with the family. This one was about 1500 miles total. Truck did great and no issues. Even did some running on the sand and...
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Introductions
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2026 cypress grey
Welcome to the forum and the Cypress Gray Brotherhood ;) Both really nice rigs! I too had toyed with (and test drove) a Bronco, I do like them. Parking will probably be your biggest...
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What did you trade in for the Trail Boss?
2018 Dodge Challenger Scat Pack and 2008 Ridgeline RTX.
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July 2026 - Trail Boss of the Month starts now!
My 2021 Chevy LT Trail Boss at the beach sitting on Falken Tires, Fuel Rebel wheel, 4” Ready Lift lift kit and pretty much completely Blacked Out. Next project adding Cowl Hood, MAYBE 🤔
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Trail Boss Modifications
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Preventing Lifter Failire
The LIFTERS are the problem. It doesn't matter if you electronically disable them. If they're bad they will still fail. There was a guy that had been running one on his 6.2 and the lifters still...
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What did you do to your Trailboss today? 🛠️
has anyone notice the howl the BFG has after about 15K miles ??? seriously curious...i really wanted to return to liking the BFG...but 2 sets now with 20K miles have howled so badly...they were...
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Jul 4, 2026
1 st time Truck owner ..Happy to be here !!
Hey everyone! Glad to be here. My name’s Reds, and I just bought a 2020 Chevy Silverado Trail Boss Custom with the 5.3L. I’ve never owned a truck in my life. I’m always looking for ideas on mods, maintenance tips, and ways to make the...
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TB in Moab & I rolled friends Jeep
Just got back from my 4th annual Moab 4WD overland trip. This one was interesting to say the least. For the first three trips (often documented on this site) I was sharing TB...
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50k miles later…
And I have no issues to report. This truck and motor have been great to me for the past 4 yrs. I plan on continuing to use it as my daily driver until the spring when I get a...
June 2026 Trail Boss of the Month Winner: X-BoatCop 🏆
Congrats to @X-BoatCop for taking home the win in the June 2026 Trail Boss of the Month contest! His 2026 Silverado 1500 Trail Boss Custom claimed the top spot thanks to an outstanding photo taken...
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Trail Boss News
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2027 Trail Boss
I fail to see the use of the passenger side screen. I believe the intent is for the passenger to operate it? Maybe they can get rid of the glove compartment as well and have a printer in there...
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What did you do to your Trailboss today? 🛠️
Changed out the factory tires for 295/60/20 Bridgestone all-terrain R03’s. Added a 1.75 readylift leveling kit and swapped out the chrome lugs for black. Also added red rough country caliper...
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New here
Just wanted to say hello. Been a TB owner for 5 years and just now found this forum. Bought my TB thinking the family would enjoy camping trips and some off-road adventures. Turns out they are...
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Trail Boss Modifications
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Lift kit
Dont Jump out just yet.... couple key things... 1. Budget for an Upper control arm first. 2. you CAN do a READY LIFT LEVEL kit, some even have the arms with it 3. the Stock Ranchos suck ! budget...
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Trail Boss Suspension
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recommendations to fit my new 35's
here is a great site to get you all the info you need... https://www.trailboss.org/
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Trail Boss of the Month Winners
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June 2026 Trail Boss of the Month Winner: X-BoatCop 🏆
So I guess I don't have to pay the dues, this month? :unsure:
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Headlight upgrade
As we all know the stock halogen bolt suck to say the least I have gotten a little upgrade from Amazon for $50 and makes a huge difference they are the SEALIGHT S2S bulbs 9005/h11 kit...
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Introductions
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New member
Hey all, new to the forum and wanted to intro myself. Just purchased a 2022 Silverado LT Trail Boss Z71. Not the first Silverado I've owned, had a 99 LS previously.
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Jun 27, 2026
What did you do to your Trailboss today? 🛠️
Today was adding Red MGP caliper covers and swapping out those chrome lug nuts with Black! Could not have been easier.
New Member 2026 Trail Boss LT
Hey Everyone! Just saying hi and introducing myself here. I'm Mike and I recently purchased a 2026 TB LT 5.3. I added a few pics as well. First mod was tinted windows. I'm...
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Chevy Colorado and trail boss hats
I’m selling these high Quality hats that I make. I have Chevy Trail Boss and Chevy Colorado. Both come in an embroidered patch and a leather patch with laser engraving. Hats...
What did you do to your Trailboss today? 🛠️
I added LED grille marker lights. Low-profile and can't tell they are there when they are off. 3M tape attached, no drill.
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Trail Boss Problems and Issues
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Potentially Leaking Sunroof —Staining Headliner on Passenger Side Help
I guess from the lack of replies that this isn't a common problem. Has it leaked again since cleaning the seals? GM used to sell a conditioner for door seals, I'm sure they still have it. My...
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Trail Boss Problems and Issues
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Potentially Leaking Sunroof —Staining Headliner on Passenger Side Help
If the drain holes are plugged water will overflow the track and flood the headliner. Gently clear the drain holes with weed whacker string that is small enough to fit into the tubes. If you...
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What did you do to your Trailboss today? 🛠️
Ordered the Official GM recommended Dash Camera. (GM Part #19540254) Have over 32,000 GM Rewards Points, so it's only costing me Tax & Shipping, about $36. Once it gets here, and I've scoured the...
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What did you do to your Trailboss today? 🛠️
Installed the 20% tint overlay on my third brake light. I have the Recon Smoke third brake light on my '21, but I wanted to try this on my '26 since it was way less money and I didn't have to...
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Trail Boss Modifications
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Question about adding amp/sub with the factory radio
I also installed Infinity door speakers. The Bose door speakers were junk. I did not get the GM Kicker. Got a Kicker powered sub from Crutchfield for $295. Sounds great.
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Introductions
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So, 2024 Chevy trailboss custom 20-in rims mud tires Factory thinking of adding 2-in spacers any opinions or advice
when selecting tire size...calculators are a rough round about of the math.... look up the manufacture's actual size chart... this is a very useful tool for tire size, if take a few...
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Introductions
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New Member 2026 Trail Boss LT
Thanks everyone for the warm welcone and to answer a few replies at once.... the standard bed is what sealed the deal for me, I dont need it but it's nice to have the longer bed and personally I...
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Trail Boss Modifications
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Lift kit
I did not do this to my Silverado but have built jeeps in the way-back. You didn't specify if you want to do it cheap, or you want to do it right. On the cheap side using a 2" level up...
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What did you do to your Trailboss today? 🛠️
Tried out a trim black restorer for the plastic trim that’s starting to oxidize. It wasn’t cheap and makes a mess but a little goes a long ways and the section I tried looks brand new. Now to see...
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What did you do to your Trailboss today? 🛠️
I added LED grille marker lights. Low-profile and can't tell they are there when they are off. 3M tape attached, no drill. They look good. I know I've liked mine.
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Beach vacation
Just got back from North Padre Island here in Texas. Took the Trail Boss on 2 trips down the beach. First trip was an easy 12 mile run on fairly hard sand with the occasional soft spot. 2nd run 2...
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Jun 20, 2026
Introductions
Finally got my truck and so here i am!!
Hey everyone! I'm Mike, just purchased my 2021 Silverado LT Z71 Trail Boss a couple weeks ago! It's a blue metallic with black leather interior, but the best part is that it only has 19,500 miles on it!!! I know crazy right?! I have...
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First Road Trip in the Trail Boss
Went to Broken Bow, Oklahoma in the first road trip with the new Trail Boss. About 1200 miles altogether. Went to Broken Bow with the family and on the way back ran through...
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June 2026 - Trail Boss of the Month starts now!
Late night at Arches National Park with the Milky Way in the sky and one of the famous window arches in the background. Thanks to a car planning to leave and giving some extra...
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New Member- HD Trail Boss
Just discovered this forum, I've been on SilveradoSierra for awhile though. There's not a lot of HD activity there, so hopefully this forum will be more engaging since it's TB-specific. Purchased...
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Finally got my truck and so here i am!!
Hey everyone! I'm Mike, just purchased my 2021 Silverado LT Z71 Trail Boss a couple weeks ago! It's a blue metallic with black leather interior, but the best part is that it only has 19,500 miles...
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Trail Boss News
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2027 TrailBoss(es) revealed
If GM really wants to listen to it's customers it should build a truck with less technology. They should take a hint from Ursa AG that is building tractors for farmers with zero tech built in, a...
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Beach vacation
Just got back from North Padre Island here in Texas. Took the Trail Boss on 2 trips down the beach. First trip was an easy 12 mile run on fairly hard sand with the occasional soft spot. 2nd run 2...
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What did you do to your Trailboss today? 🛠️
Got some Ridge Grapplers over the weekend. 285/65r20s. The Nittos run a little big. The specs are 34.8/11.5.
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Trail Boss News
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2027 TrailBoss(es) revealed
Looks like they took the front end off of the HD trucks and put it on the 1500s.
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What did you do to your Trailboss today? 🛠️
I installed my new rollup tonneau cover. Super easy install. And pretty rigid. It’s not lockable but it would definitely slow someone down trying to gain access to the bed. Ordered straight...
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Trail Boss News
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2027 TrailBoss(es) revealed
Motors still have shitty lifters and transmissions are not mentioned as being upgraded or changed. Why would I spend the money???? You expected DOHCs? (just curious) It does seem that the...
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Introductions
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New Member- HD Trail Boss
Welcome!! Nice looking truck!! There is a few Trailboss HD member on here. Me included.
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Introductions
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Introducing my truck
Congrats on the badass first truck! My best advise to you is to take a moment and appreciate how blessed you are to have the affluent parents you have, and also consider the level of trust they...
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Trail Boss News
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2027 TrailBoss(es) revealed
https://gmauthority.com/blog/2026/06/this-is-the-all-new-2027-chevy-silverado-1500/?_bhlid=4ee1717d29c3c7411178ab1cf53e3a6579429719 Very nice but I don't think I'll be aching to trade up my 2026...
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