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f5fstop
06-13-2007, 11:59 PM
http://www.motorcities.com/media/image/640/07FCE274201201A/2008-Hummer-H3-Alpha-Updated-Off-Road-Photos-A-640.jpeg
http://www.motorcities.com/media/image/640/07FCE274201201I/2008-Hummer-H3-Alpha-Updated-Off-Road-Photos-I-640.jpeg
http://www.motorcities.com/media/image/640/07FCE274201201T/2008-Hummer-H3-Alpha-Updated-Off-Road-Photos-T-640.jpeg
http://www.motorcities.com/media/image/640/07FCE274201201L/2008-Hummer-H3-Alpha-Updated-Off-Road-Photos-L-640.jpeg

I call the orange - flaming orange, but believe its official name is Solar Flare Metallic
Sewie
06-14-2007, 12:01 AM
Sweet action shots!! :perfect10s:


I'm digging that charcoal color. And I actually kinda like the orange. Would look good all blacked out. :cool:
Desert Dan
06-14-2007, 12:31 AM
Cool V8's

Check out the skid marks from the Charcoal H3 going up the hill and what up the left front tire? It looks like chewing gem but probably dust:)

It must be in Moab since the rear plate is bent too:)
Viet Nam Vette
06-14-2007, 12:36 AM
Nice .. Full UBP... and Rock Rails... And A V-8.

That second shot down looks like a scary steep climb..Yeooooow..!!

Wonder what the angle was on that one..?? Nice when your wheelen a rig that doesn't belong to you ..but to the General.


Full Speed ahead..:D
3Hummer
06-14-2007, 12:40 AM
i love that charcoal color, thatll be a major seller.
NEOCON1
06-14-2007, 01:11 AM
thanks F5 :jump:
Wisha Haddan H3
06-14-2007, 01:55 AM
Those are the cleanest rigs I've ever seen on a trail. Sweet V8 tho!
Steve - SanJose
06-14-2007, 01:58 AM
That was fun!
H3slate
06-14-2007, 02:21 AM
The front skid plate is a lot different from ours. No more H3 badging on the plate.

Was that to make more room for the V8?
ChiHummer3
06-14-2007, 02:22 AM
Great pics! :clapping:
HummBebe
06-14-2007, 02:38 AM
I saw the new color palate at the dealership on monday....the new colors a awesome.
3Hummer
06-14-2007, 02:42 AM
Ok so what are all the new colors or is that it
Agriv8r
06-14-2007, 02:46 AM
great pics...
f5fstop
06-14-2007, 05:07 PM
The front skid plate is a lot different from ours. No more H3 badging on the plate.

Was that to make more room for the V8?

No, the I-5 has the same plate. I believe it has something to do with crash, but not sure.
The Green Lantern
06-14-2007, 05:18 PM
Nice!!! :beerchug:


I'm still waiting for the "Green" H4. :giggling:
f5fstop
06-14-2007, 05:51 PM
I have verified via the VIN number on that "orange" Alpha, that the color is officially called 28U - SOLAR FLARE METALLIC

Alpha package....
1SE - ALPHA PACKAGE INCL:
ENGINE 5.3L V8
TRANSMISSION, 4-SPD AUTOMATIC
4.10:1 REAR AXLE
145 AMP ALTERNATOR
CHROME APPEARANCE PACKAGE INCL: CHROMED EXTERIOR DOOR HANDLES CHROMED EXTERIOR MIRROR CAPS UNIVERSAL HOME REMOTE
ALPHA BADGING
16" CHROME WHEELS
LEATHER APPOINTED SEATING,
FRONT/REAR 8-WAY POWER SEATS INCL LUMBAR (DRIVER AND PASSENGER) HEATED SEAT CUSHION AND BACK (DRIVER AND PASSENGER)
LEATHER WRAPPED STEERING WHEEL, SHIFT KNOB AND BOOT
AM/FM STEREO W/6 DISC CD PLAYER AUTOTONE CONTROL (REPLACES BASE RADIO)
7-SPEAKER MONSOON SYSTEM WITH AMPLIFIER AND REAR WOOFER SPEAKERS
OVERSIZED CARPETED FLOORMATS,
FRONT/REAR OVERSIZED CARGO AREA CARPETED FLOORMAT CARGO COVER

Also, it is designated as an H3x, but it also has the off-road package. Didn't know this could happen:D
H3slate
06-14-2007, 07:24 PM
No, the I-5 has the same plate. I believe it has something to do with crash, but not sure.
Let me clarify, this is what our skid plates look like

http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k301/knappe18/06.jpg

And this is what is on the alpha
http://www.motorcities.com/media/image/640/07FCE274201201A/2008-Hummer-H3-Alpha-Updated-Off-Road-Photos-A-640.jpeg

Both black skid plates protecting the oil pan are the same, but the silver plate in front below the tow hooks looks completely different.

Did they make this change on all 08 H3's, or just on the alpha?
Viet Nam Vette
06-14-2007, 07:31 PM
Both black skid plates protecting the oil pan are the same, but the silver plate in front below the tow hooks looks completely different.





Yeah...your right. For a second there ..I thought I smoked to much crack...:D
SR1355
06-14-2007, 08:07 PM
Very Cool... those were the guys I met at Silver Lake in April. That second shot looks nutz...:D
fourfourto
06-14-2007, 08:29 PM
Some of our skidplates look like this :beerchug:

I like the H3 on the skidplatehttp://www.elcovaforums.com/forums/images/icons/icon14.gif
Steve - SanJose
06-14-2007, 09:08 PM
Some of our skidplates look like this :beerchug:

I like the H3 on the skidplatehttp://www.elcovaforums.com/forums/images/icons/icon14.gif

Same here!http://www.elcovaforums.com/forums/images/icons/icon14.gif Nicely done on yours too.
wannabeH3
06-14-2007, 10:29 PM
I like the v8 in the h3 rather than the h3 on the skidplate which no one can see anyways. also looks like the new skidplate seals up the front end pretty nicely compared to the old plate.
Wisha Haddan H3
06-14-2007, 10:45 PM
Noticed it's a 2-part skidplate, and the front part looks kind of plasticky. Please tell me it's real metal.
DURAMAX TIM
06-14-2007, 10:48 PM
IIRC it's carbon fiber w/ hillbilly chrome sprayed on.
Wisha Haddan H3
06-14-2007, 11:37 PM
After the first few years, GM cheesed out on the S10 ZR2 skidplates, replacing 1/4" with 1/4" resin.

Hope that's not the case here. They're cheaper for sure, but then again, they're cheaper. Plenty of gouges and holes in the ones I saw (that actually wheeled).
Sewie
06-14-2007, 11:37 PM
re: the new bumper/skidplate - From one of the old Alpha threads.

The new bumper is for "car to truck capability". That way when you hit that car infront of you, you don't ride up over the top of the rear bumper.
fourfourto
06-14-2007, 11:48 PM
Noticed it's a 2-part skidplate, and the front part looks kind of plasticky. Please tell me it's real metal.

If its plastic it will snap in a second.
I only moderate off road(dam steps!) and under my hooks are all scraped up,if it was plastic they would be toast.
f5fstop
06-15-2007, 12:22 AM
Noticed it's a 2-part skidplate, and the front part looks kind of plasticky. Please tell me it's real metal.

Well, tomorrow AM, I will go out and hit the damn thing with my fist and listen for a plastic thud or a metal ting. I believe it is metal, but will verify in the AM.
H3 Builder
06-15-2007, 03:21 AM
The bumper change, I believe, was for truck to car crash ability. Probably one was an early version and was updated with more production type parts.
KeyzH3
06-15-2007, 04:55 AM
As in like, "If you can read this, Smile as you slide under!"

:eek:
blindzebra
06-15-2007, 01:31 PM
*drooling*
NEOCON1
06-15-2007, 01:43 PM
After the first few years, GM cheesed out on the S10 ZR2 skidplates, replacing 1/4" with 1/4" resin.

Hope that's not the case here. They're cheaper for sure, but then again, they're cheaper. Plenty of gouges and holes in the ones I saw (that actually wheeled).


X2

when i see fj's on the trail with their plastic skidplates most are falling off and loose . remember the one we saw on fins with the cracked skid and 1 of the corners was busted so the bolt wasnt holding it up anymore in one spot .

Plastic protection = :OWNED:
f5fstop
06-15-2007, 01:53 PM
All underbody skid plates or shields ARE metal or aluminum. NOT plastic. I just verified with the Orange one.:excited:
NEOCON1
06-15-2007, 01:54 PM
All underbody skid plates or shields ARE metal or aluminum. NOT plastic. I just verified with the Orange one.:excited:


cool thanks 5 :perfect10s:
Viet Nam Vette
06-15-2007, 03:12 PM
Ok..Next Question... Can you adapt that skid plate to your present 3..?

You know some ones gonna ask that one... Get the tape measure out F5..:clapping:
H3slate
06-15-2007, 04:14 PM
All underbody skid plates or shields ARE metal or aluminum. NOT plastic. I just verified with the Orange one.:excited:

Thanks F5, you never fail to deliver. :beerchug:

I am liking the new skid plates and how the two front ones match up so well. But there is nothing wrong with a big H3 in your face either.
wannabeH3
06-15-2007, 06:06 PM
i need to see what the exaust looks like so i can plan my 20 dolla glasspak swap.
f5fstop
06-15-2007, 10:09 PM
Ok..Next Question... Can you adapt that skid plate to your present 3..?

You know some ones gonna ask that one... Get the tape measure out F5..:clapping:

Not sure, and was too busy seeing how an Alpha accelerates around town to get down and measure a skid plate.:D

I checked, and the other color is the new 75U - GRAPHITE METALLIC. Not bad really for a gray/black color.
NeedWisdom
06-16-2007, 07:11 AM
Not sure, and was too busy seeing how an Alpha accelerates around town to get down and measure a skid plate.:D

I checked, and the other color is the new 75U - GRAPHITE METALLIC. Not bad really for a gray/black color.

So fess up, how was the acceleration, is it worth the extra cost??

Anything else new stand out to you in the 08's?

Someone has to ask the question ya know.... :clapping:
CrisB
06-19-2007, 04:30 AM
Very Cool... those were the guys I met at Silver Lake in April. That second shot looks nutz...:D

That's what I was thinkin' Paul....looks like they put 'em to the test but good!
timgco
06-19-2007, 05:33 PM
Not sure, and was too busy seeing how an Alpha accelerates around town to get down and measure a skid plate.:D

I checked, and the other color is the new 75U - GRAPHITE METALLIC. Not bad really for a gray/black color.

You may not be able to say, but if you can...

is this new color like the new H2's 08 silver, more of a graystone like our Tahoe, or more like H1's Black Diamond?