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Hello guys, I finally did it and brought home my H2 today. The GMS deal got the price to the lowest level I've seen so I jumped in and made the committment . . . and I think my wife may be speaking to me by Thanksgiving now. Anyway, I have a couple of questions for you experienced owners.
1. My owners manual makes no mention of an engine break in and the salesman says these new technology in the engines don't require it. Do you guys agree? 2. I need some side steps, round chrome with the black steps is what I have in mind for this solid black SUV. Who is the best source? H2 Source?? 3. I think I want a locking gas cap cover to keep the FUH2 crowd outta my tank. Any advice on those? I've been waiting two years for this and I love my new H2. Now, to get offroad and really enjoy it. David |
Hello guys, I finally did it and brought home my H2 today. The GMS deal got the price to the lowest level I've seen so I jumped in and made the committment . . . and I think my wife may be speaking to me by Thanksgiving now. Anyway, I have a couple of questions for you experienced owners.
1. My owners manual makes no mention of an engine break in and the salesman says these new technology in the engines don't require it. Do you guys agree? 2. I need some side steps, round chrome with the black steps is what I have in mind for this solid black SUV. Who is the best source? H2 Source?? 3. I think I want a locking gas cap cover to keep the FUH2 crowd outta my tank. Any advice on those? I've been waiting two years for this and I love my new H2. Now, to get offroad and really enjoy it. David |
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by DrG:
Hello guys, I finally did and brought home my H2 today. </div></BLOCKQUOTE> I finally did and brought home my H2... WTH  Before you finally did and brought it home did were you a fixin' to did bring it home? Sorry, it's my job.  Welcome. Check here for the latest info on locking gas caps: http://www.stant.com/index.cfm?location_id=170 Screw the chrome steps. Get the removable U-steps. You'll thank me later. |
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by DRTYFN:
I finally did and brought home my H2... WTH Before you finally did and brought it home did were you a fixin' to did bring it home?</div></BLOCKQUOTE> Well I suppose I was a fixin' to do dat. OK, so I can't type. But, for a Deity, you weren't too hard on me. I was thinking of a chrome or black cover over the gas cap but you have suggested a locking cap instead. Do I understand "his deitiness" correctly?? I had considered the removeable U-steps too. I assume the point of being removeable is for off-roading. Correct?? Are they secure on the vehicle? Personally, I'm 6'5" and I don't need any steps but the wify is going to have to have some assistance. You know, those U-steps don't look near as cool as the chrome ones do and with 8 bolts (I think), they are removeable too. So where do I get the U-Steps? Thanks for the help! DrG |
Welcome to the forum. You'll find that a large number of the members are true experts (I am not one of them).
I have the type of locking gas cap Drty posted you to. I got it from the dealer and it works great. I have a 2005 H2 and it definitely came with an engine break-in instruction. I believe it said that during the first 500 miles (a) you should not exceed 50 miles per hour, (b) no full-throttle acceleration, and (c) don't drive at the same speed for an extended period of time. Best regards, George SSSS |
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by DrG:
I was thinking of a chrome or black cover over the gas cap but you have suggested a locking cap instead. </div></BLOCKQUOTE> That's a locking fuel door as an alternative. Both work equally well, the main difference is price and aesthetics. The cap is mucho cheaper and keeps the truck more stock/less bling. I have the Stant locking cap as well and have had no problems. Stacy |
Welcome DrG and congrats on the new H2.
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<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content"> Originally posted by DrG:
...and I think my wife may be speaking to me by Thanksgiving now </div></BLOCKQUOTE>When she opens that trap again, tell her to make dinner. Welcome to the forum. (grumble, grumble, damn texans everywhere... grumble, grumble) |
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by KenP:
(grumble, grumble, damn texans everywhere... grumble, grumble) </div></BLOCKQUOTE>Next thing you know, we gonna get Hummer video with country music in the background..    Uh, welcome DrG!  |
Hi DrG
Hummer has a break in. But, on every vehicle I have owned and every engine I have ever built My philsophy is break in the engine like Your going to drive it. In my case it is foot on accelerator pushed through floor. I wrote the man a check jumped in it and drove it to Dallas and back at about 80 MPH. But I did follow one rule but not by choice. I did fluctuate the speed some but, only because of all the people who were peddling their rides down the freeway. Oh and I have never lost an engine and have gotten some tremedous amount of useful miles. TAZ |
Removable steps are best. They are very nice and I have never had any problems with them. They fasten securely.
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Welcome from a fellow Texan!
Yep, Ken... looks like y'all are being overrun by us hicks from the sticks! As to the locking gas cap... I am favoring the one at H2source.  Your wife will talk to you by Thanksgiving -- guaranteed -- if you buy her an H2 of her own! Although, if she is REALLY ticked, it may be through a mediator or divorce attorney! Enjoy! |
Actually, I think the manual said to not travel in excess of 20 mph for the first 500 miles. Isn't that correct?
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<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by GeorgeSSSS:
Welcome to the forum. You'll find that a large number of the members are true experts (I am not one of them). </div></BLOCKQUOTE> I understand. I have been reading this forum off and on for over a year and can easily see the depth of knowledge here . . . that is when they are not hammering each other for some off-the-wall comment. <BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">I have the type of locking gas cap Drty posted you to. I got it from the dealer and it works great. </div></BLOCKQUOTE> OK, I was really thinking of the cover but maybe this would be a better deal. I suspect it is cheaper too. Can you have it keyed to match your door key? <BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">I have a 2005 H2 and it definitely came with an engine break-in instruction. I believe it said that during the first 500 miles (a) you should not exceed 50 miles per hour, (b) no full-throttle acceleration, and (c) don't drive at the same speed for an extended period of time. </div></BLOCKQUOTE> Exactly, those are the standard instructions that I have used to break-in a new engine for years. Where in the book did you see that? I have looked and can't find it. My salesman said the same thing another member here has said and that is "Just drive it!!" <BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Best regards, </div></BLOCKQUOTE> And to you also. We must have matching trucks, black, SUV, Adventure, Nav system, XM radio, black grill and brush guard. David |
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by CBR_Raven:
Welcome DrG and congrats on the new H2. </div></BLOCKQUOTE> Thank you CBR. The credit union said I could drive it as long as I make the payments. David |
Howdy! Glad to have another Texan on the board.
I guess being 6'5" you have found out that these were not made for tall people. I can't tell you how many times I hit my head on the top of the door frame getting in and out. Finally, I think I have that part figured out. (Yes guys, it probably is a blonde thing. ) Great truck! Good luck getting the wife in it. |
New tech or not still a new engine has not been run in. Easy for the first 1000 miles then, change the oil then, your ready to let it loose.
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<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by H2Blondie:
Howdy! Glad to have another Texan on the board. </div></BLOCKQUOTE> I think he is ashamed he put Texas on his siggy... he is ignoring us! (In case you didn't notice -- seeing as you ARE blonde!)<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by H2Blondie: I guess being 6'5" you have found out that these were not made for tall people. I can't tell you how many times I hit my head on the top of the door frame getting in and out. Finally, I think I have that part figured out. (Yes guys, it probably is a blonde thing. ) </div></BLOCKQUOTE> No, guys... she isn't 6'5" -- just wanted to clear that up now! |
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by H2Finally:
Next thing you know, we gonna get Hummer video with country music in the background.. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>And the problem with that would be?  |
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by H2Blondie:
[quote]Originally posted by H2Finally: Next thing you know, we gonna get Hummer video with country music in the background.. [quote]And the problem with that would be? </div></BLOCKQUOTE>It'll cause an epidemic of incestuous pregnancies. |
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by H2Blondie:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by H2Finally: Next thing you know, we gonna get Hummer video with country music in the background.. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>And the problem with that would be? </div></BLOCKQUOTE>Everyone will fall asleep at the wheel! Welcome, DrG. I'm kind of warming up to the whole Texan thing (long story). I think one of the nicest/best quality fuel doors out there is the one made by Predator Motorsports. http://www.predatormotorsports.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=4 http://www.predatormotorsports.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=167 The black is available now, the chrome in late July. If you want a good deal on stainless (looks like chrome, but won't rust) nerf bars, let me know. I switched to U-steps so that I can ditch them more easily for off-roading. You may want to consider this. But if you do want the "silver" ones with black foot pads, let me know. They were only on my truck for a week. |
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by H2Finally:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by KenP: (grumble, grumble, damn texans everywhere... grumble, grumble) </div></BLOCKQUOTE>Next thing you know, we gonna get Hummer video with country music in the background.. Uh, welcome DrG! </div></BLOCKQUOTE>I was going to do that! What about Country Music? BTW, Welcome! |
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by H2 Rocks:
What about Country Music? </div></BLOCKQUOTE>Heard one, heard them all...  |
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by H2Finally:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by H2 Rocks: What about Country Music? </div></BLOCKQUOTE>Heard one, heard them all... </div></BLOCKQUOTE>Exactly. |
Fine.
The first time I make a video it's country music allll the waaaay! |
And we'll turn off the sound, turn up our own sound track and watch in awe at your videographic skills!
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<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by H2 Rocks:
Fine. The first time I make a video it's country music allll the waaaay! </div></BLOCKQUOTE>Uh! I can only imagine: "Broke my first tie-rod- bumped it on a lawg.. Reminds me of last yeeear- when I lost ma dawg. Ma gurl she found out- now she's on the run. OHhhh a Deeeeing Fras er dun..and..a Deeeeing fras er dun.... But I'm gonna keep on a truckin...Cause you know I'm not a F#*$in.... .....arou-hound...Pa..bouw-bouw"  Welcome Doc! |
Y'all behave now. I'd much rather listen to country music than "hollow log" music!
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<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by h2co-pilot:
"Broke my first tie-rod- bumped it on a lawg.. Reminds me of last yeeear- when I lost ma dawg. Ma gurl she found out- now she's on the run. OHhhh a Deeeeing Fras er dun..and..a Deeeeing fras er dun.... But I'm gonna keep on a truckin...Cause you know I'm not a F#*$in.... .....arou-hound...Pa..bouw-bouw" </div></BLOCKQUOTE>H2CP, perhaps you could respool your video while singing that excellent country ballad for H2Rocks and Klaus? |
David:
Responding to your comments: Regarding having the locking gas cap keyed to match the door key: It doesn't look possible to my eye. I keep the gas key in the center storage bin attached to a key fob (so it can be easily found) and that works well for me. Regarding where the engine break-in instructions are located in the manual: I've searched and been unable to find them. I'll take another look. Regarding whether our H2s are identical: I hope so. My black Adventure Series H2 has been perfect -- -- every fit, every switch, every element -- -- perfect. George SSSS |
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by h2co-pilot:
"Broke my first tie-rod- bumped it on a lawg.. Reminds me of last yeeear- when I lost ma dawg. Ma gurl she found out- now she's on the run. OHhhh a Deeeeing Fras er dun..and..a Deeeeing fras er dun.... But I'm gonna keep on a truckin...Cause you know I'm not a F#*$in.... .....arou-hound...Pa..bouw-bouw" </div></BLOCKQUOTE> Not a bad country song but "REAL" Texans know that you had to mention your momma, a train, prison and your pickup truck for it to be a "REAL" country song. "Drove my pickup truck to the train station to see my momma, She just got out of prison todayyyyyyea." Thanks to all of you for the welcomes. Wish I could respond individually, but there's not enough time. I haven't hit my head on the door frame yet, probably because I don't have any side-steps yet so it's a stretch to slide into the seat. However, I seem to have more headroom in the 2005 models than the 2004's I sat in, most of which didn't have the sunroof my has. I know that makes no sense but the neat thing so far about the H2 is that it's a truck my size. I don't have to bend over to get it, very cool. While I haven't hit my head on the door frame, yesterday, with the truck in the garage, I yanked open the back seat door and hit myself right between the eyes with the edge of the door as the handle is located somewhat forward. It wasn't pretty (pretty stupid actually) but I learned where the edge of the door is. Can someone give me the inside info on the Hummer Clubs? Is the Hummer Club Inc. mainly H1 owners? Their magazine, Azimuth, seems to indicate that. What's the skinny on Team Hummer? Their website forum seems to be nothing but ads from some clown. David |
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David:
Here's a scan of page 2-24 of my owner's manual describing the engine break-in procedure I followed. George SSSS |
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by h2co-pilot:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by H2 Rocks: Fine. The first time I make a video it's country music allll the waaaay! </div></BLOCKQUOTE>Uh! I can only imagine: "Broke my first tie-rod- bumped it on a lawg.. Reminds me of last yeeear- when I lost ma dawg. Ma gurl she found out- now she's on the run. OHhhh a Deeeeing Fras er dun..and..a Deeeeing fras er dun.... But I'm gonna keep on a truckin...Cause you know I'm not a F#*$in.... .....arou-hound...Pa..bouw-bouw" Welcome Doc! </div></BLOCKQUOTE>LMAO! So? What's wrong with that? At least I don't have to pay a therapist! |
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by h2co-pilot:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by H2Finally: <BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by H2 Rocks: What about Country Music? </div></BLOCKQUOTE>Heard one, heard them all... </div></BLOCKQUOTE>Exactly. </div></BLOCKQUOTE><BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content"> </div></BLOCKQUOTE>Open your mind...well..anyway open your mind and you can be a boxcar willie GROUPIE. |
I'm jonesin' for a new handbag so watch yourself!
I like "The Devil went down to Georgia" the mind was open- then I bought the album and it closed tighter than a mouses...well you know. |
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by h2co-pilot:
I'm jonesin' for a new handbag so watch yourself! I like "The Devil went down to Georgia" the mind was open- then I bought the album and it closed tighter than a mouses...well you know. </div></BLOCKQUOTE><BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content"> </div></BLOCKQUOTE>Sooo it WASyou who bought that albumn.Been-a-wonderng that fer years. |
Charlie Daniels Band
Why is this thread so looooong? |
The width or the current down fall of disscussion? Which ever you are correct!
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The width- I like talking about nothing- I don't know jack about Hummers!
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