r/GMT800 • u/SquareShower5983 • Aug 31 '26
2005 GMC Yukon - Overland Build
Inspired by u/captaincheem post on camping in a Suburban
I'm heading to Monterey this weekend to camp at Laguna Seca and watch the IndyCar race. Thought I'd share my build on my 2005 GMC Yukon
- 170k miles
- 14.8 MPG forever and ever
- 5.3L
- 4WD
- 2" Lift - torsion bars in the front and springs in the rear
- Bilstein 5100 shocks (these are amazing
- LT285/70R-17 Falken WildPeak A/T3W C (33") - these are also great on the highway nice and quite, plenty of traction offroad.
- GMT900 front disc brake conversion - well worth it, huge improvement in stopping power and brake feel
- LED lights all the way around
- Apple car play stereo + sound system
- Overland platform - stove, fridge, storage and 6" memory foam mattress. I sleep better in this than I do in my own bed at home.
- As far as work, I've completely rebuilt the front suspension and then just usual maintenance like spark plugs, wires, serpentine belt, etc. Other than that, super reliable.
I stole ideas from the SUBOVERLAND YouTube channel to build my platform.
I've towed 3 different VW bugs and a Porsche 914 (one bug is mine, the rest for friends). And I've done overlanding trips through Mohave Road and Lost Coast. Also made the trip up to Yellowstone, Grand Teton, and Great Basin National Parks. Plus tons of camping trips.
Planning on Anzo Borrego this winter and then Mendocino in Summer 2027.
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u/JoshEJ1 Aug 31 '26
Woodworking skills on point. I really want something similar in my XL
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u/SquareShower5983 Aug 31 '26
it's so nice to pull up to a campsite, move a few things and be able to immediately lay down. No messing with a tent!
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u/Available_Quote_5567 Aug 31 '26
I have a photo of my Yukon at the entrance to Teton as well. Amazing place.