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Another previos post by me.


Make sure you get a 01 LATE BUILD with the "F" vin change. The Z vin build had 8 cyl crack issues. DO NOT RISK IT unless ypu have $15,000 to replace the engine :-) I learned the hard way on my 01 "Z" vin build.


One of the most visible changes for the 2001 model year is the larger mirrors first seen on the 2000 Slantback. They offer enhanced visibility and are heated. 17" alloy wheels were offered for the first time in '01 and the Monsoon radio was available in Open Top models for the first time. The 6.5L engine supply from AM General's new manufacturing subsidiary, General Engine Products LLC, began showing up in Hummers mid year 2001 and are distinguished by a change in the 4th digit of the VIN from "Z" to "F". A welcome change for long time Hummer owners was a substantial upgrade to the Idler and Pitman arms. Many older Hummers have upgraded to these much improved components. Other changes included armrests on the rear seats, new door armrests and a revised dash layout.

Powertrain and Identification Information.

• VIN 10th Digit designating year = "1"
• Engine: 6.5L Turbo Diesel 195 H.P. 430 lb. ft. VIN 4th digit ="Z" or
  • "F" designating General Engine Products as the manufacturer (later production).
• 4L80E Electronic 4 speed Automatic Transmission. VIN 5th digit ="A"
• Top Speed 83+ mph.
• 869 '01 models built.

Significant changes for 2001.

• Heavy duty Idler and Pitman Arms.
• New Tan Seat fabric.
• New Seals in Geared Hubs.
• New Door Armrests.
• New Beltline Window seals.
• New Seat Pedestals.
• New Engine Assembly Manufactured by General Engine Products LLC.
• Monsoon stereo with overhead speakers now available in Open Top models.
• Optional 17" Alloy wheels available.
• 16.5" Alloy wheel discontinued.
• Armrests added to the rear seats for increased passenger comfort.
• New larger heated power mirrors with convex insert available.
• Dash layout enhanced for better visibility of gauges.
• New Color: Ocean Blue Metallic.
• W8 "Gloss White" Discontinued.
• November 2001 Introduction of the "K" Series for fleet and government applications.

Ocean Blue. New Color for '01.Pewter Metallic.
Competition Yellow. Candy Apple Red.
Black. (B9)Bright White. (W14)
Woodland Green. ('00 shown)Silver Metallic. (S15) ('00 with '01 wheels shown)
Mesa Dusk. ('99 shown)