The 5 Easiest Chevy Silverado Aftermarket Upgrades
The Chevy Silverado is a great truck. It’s reliable, tough, and comes with plenty of options. But there are some great upgrades that you can’t get from the factory. In this blog, we look into the five easiest upgrades you can make to your Silverado.
1. Exhaust Systems
Whether you have a 5.3 or 6.2-liter V8 under the hood, there’s one thing your Silverado will be missing. And that’s a free-flowing exhaust system to unleash the sound of your motor. There are plenty of reputable exhaust specialists out there that offer bespoke systems for the Silverado and offer:
- Better exhaust sound
- More power
- Improved fuel economy
Make sure to get a cat-back system rather than just a replacement rear muffler. That way, you get more power and better fuel economy, too.
Keep In Mind: Some exhausts can drone at cruising speeds, so try to drive to a vehicle equipped with the system you want first.
2. ECU Remaps
The ECU in a modern car controls everything from ignition to timing and fuel delivery. Manufacturers use generic ECU settings that can often be reprogrammed to deliver:
- Better performance
- Smoother power delivery
- Better gas mileage
An ECU remap on its own may not deliver a major performance boost. But it is certainly worthwhile if you have done other mods to your truck, too.
Keep In Mind: You could invalidate your factory warranty with certain ECU remaps.
3. Suspension Upgrades
If you enjoy heading off-road, then upgrading the suspension with components like leveling kits or lift kits can enhance your truck’s capabilities and give you:
- Better off-road ability
- Enhanced protection for the underside of the truck
Installing more capable shock absorbers and taller springs will give you an edge on tough trails.
Keep In Mind: An overly stiff suspension can make for a hard ride on the road.
4. Wheels And Tires
A tire upgrade is often done in conjunction with suspension improvements and can:
- Enhance the look of your truck
- Provide more ground clearance
Larger tires will improve ground clearance. And you can choose between on and off-road tread types to enhance grip levels. Upgraded alloy wheels can also give your truck a unique look.
Keep In Mind: Very low-profile tires look cool but can make the ride hard.
5. Cold Air Intakes
One of the best and easiest upgrades you can do is to install a cold air intake. Unlike the other options here, it can be done in your driveway. Cold Air Inductions intake kits are designed to work specifically with your vehicle and will give you:
- Better intake sound
- Improved performance
- Better fuel economy
This results in real power gains that you can feel. And the enhanced intake sound is just icing on the cake. The increased airflow into the engine allows it to perform more efficiently. So your fuel economy will improve, too.
Keep In Mind: Only a high-quality aftermarket sealed airbox intake system will deliver these results.
Upgrade Your Vehicle With A CAI Cold Air Intake Kit
While we can’t comment on aftermarket exhausts, ECUs, or suspension kits, our cold-air induction kits are built to deliver. At Cold Air Inductions, we do real power testing and deliver real power gains. Every kit is made from the highest quality materials and crafted right here in the USA.
We don’t change OEM sensors or connections. And we believe in our products, so we offer a lifetime warranty. Our intake kits are designed and engineered to work with specific Silverado models. This is why we deliver noticeable improvements over stock. Contact us today and experience the benefits of a CAI cold air intake kit.
