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donpatty97 -> What to like abouot your H3 and what do not like? (1/11/2007 12:22:03 PM)

OK, I do not own an H3 but my wife is really wanting a Red one.  So what is it about your H3 that you really like and what are some of the things to watch out for.  I have read some things about problems with the head.    I know we will be purchasing one within the next few weeks and your comments and advice will be appreciated.

  
HummerGuy -> RE: What to like abouot your H3 and what do not like? (1/11/2007 12:34:06 PM)

Welcome to our forum first off!

- Secondly, I will say for me, it is one of the only SUV's I have driven that handles like a car but has the durability of a tank. 

-The head and valve issue does not affect the newer models since they have a different, larger engine. 

-The road noise is very minimul. 

-The stock sound system, even the basic standard one I have, sounds awsome. 

-If you have Verizon as your cell provider, you can link your H3 On-Star cell phone to your Verizon account as an extra line for $9.99 a month, and pool your minutes from your Verizon plan. 

-You can pretty much run over any pothole, bump, rock, dead corpse, etc, and not worry about doing any damage.  I have 27K miles on mine, and my alignment to this day is perfect.  Even the dealer said it was fine after I told them to check it.

-The 2007 models come with the larger 3.7L engine, which is definitely faster then the 3.5L previously installed on the 2006 models.

-You have an unlimited knowledge databse right here you can tap into anytime.

-They are like, really cool, like so cool, like yeah cool.


kild1 -> RE: What to like abouot your H3 and what do not like? (1/11/2007 12:56:49 PM)

i have had a 06 and now have a 07... loved them both
the 07 has more power forsure....
the only dislike  i can think of  right now is the seat adjustments on the leather power seats ,its very tight between the seat and door  and hard to  shove ur hand/arm  down to the adjustment switches
the wife just said  she has no problem gettin her hand down to it .... smaller hands i reckon

other than that  i cant think of  anything else i didnt like

dilo2001gt -> RE: What to like abouot your H3 and what do not like? (1/11/2007 1:07:22 PM)

EVERYTHING

wz56km -> RE: What to like abouot your H3 and what do not like? (1/11/2007 1:24:20 PM)

My wife got one and she thinks it’s the cats meow...  I've been on an anti-GM kick after having a lot of problems with my current truck and her last two GM vehicles but it’s made me a believer.

The good:  Seems burly, drives nice, decent gas mileage for an all time all wheel drive SUV, fit and finish seem real well, free OnStar for a year is cool.  It has some REALLY COOL options available, like electronic locking rear diff for example.  Looks great, really good crash test results, stabilitrac comes standard (important if you have kids).  Comfy seats and nice interior.  Not that you would probably do it but I guess they can accommodate 35" tires with some tweaks to the torsion bars and 37" it you do a 3" lift.  Capable off roader.  Cool driving schools and hummer owner events.

The bad:  It's a rolling blind spot, cars are easy to lose if their in the rear passenger side corner.  Using your mirrors is a must more in this car then any other I've driven.  The trans tunnel is really wide and for me as the passenger it’s uncomfortable for long trips, my wives thinner legs are not affected.  It's an SUV and rides like one (not that I care since it’s 10 times better the my 2500HD).  People say it’s gutless but if you want to go fast buy a sports car.  The steering wheel could tilt a little higher.

Overall, if I didn't need a truck bed to haul my motocross and mountain bikes around I would buy one of these is a split second.

importkiller -> RE: What to like abouot your H3 and what do not like? (1/11/2007 1:27:24 PM)

There are a few problem areas that will need to be addressed by GM.

The front and rear diffs are not the strongest..seems the pinion gear fails either due to soft materials or mis-alighnment...not common but does happen.

If you wait till middle of 07 there will be changes made to the interior that include relocation of the door switches (PITA where they are now) and a few other minor interior adjustments.

Don't know if all 07's have them or not but I know the mid 07's will also have child safety door locks (if that is important to you)


Honestly, if I didn't go off-road I would never buy another one or recommend one to a pavement pounder...for the money you can get alot nicer with more power and luxery....but if you want something that will take you anywhere you want to go on or off road then the h3 is a smart choice.

RobD -> RE: What to like abouot your H3 and what do not like? (1/11/2007 4:03:51 PM)

Dislikes:

- The power window buttons are placed too far back. 
- I would have preferred a fold down tailgate instead of the door. 
- A telescoping wheel would also have been nice.  When I'm forward enough to comfortably reach the wheel, the pedals are a bit close. 
- The near vertical windshield is susceptible to stone damage.
- Paint has a lot of orange peel 
- Milage isn't great

A lot more positives than negatives, though.  Just a few... 

- Rides well
- Handles well
- Feels refined
- Decent quality materials/fabrics 
- Finished well 
- The big sunroof is cool.
- The Hummer looks (not a cookie cutter SUV)


There's a lot to like.


Dennis -> RE: What to like abouot your H3 and what do not like? (1/11/2007 4:45:36 PM)

I knew what I was getting when I bought it..so I have NO complaints!

LawWyfe -> RE: What to like abouot your H3 and what do not like? (1/11/2007 7:04:52 PM)

First off let me say I LOVE LOVE LOVE Mine!  What wz said about the blind spot!! OK, so install a back up camera or sensor or use the LawWyfe sensor and just really survey your surroundings well before u get into it and back out, use ALL those mirrors and since "I am an excellent driver" I turn my head around and look as an extra measure when changing lanes.  MAYBE a little more power, but mine has plenty (I often have to rein her in because I find myself going too fast) and I figure a lack of a V8 or higher  keeps me from getting tickets!
 
My biggest pet peeves...no light in the glove box and no light on the mirrors..(OK so I am a girly girl!) I already own a luxury car, so I know what it is like to have all the extras...I can say I dont miss them on the H3 which I might add I do drive daily as my primary ride.  I bought it because I wanted a rugged (and cool and unigue) vehicle.
All in all, I'd say DUUUUU ITTTTTTTTTTTTT! [sm=gears.gif]

Fireman -> RE: What to like abouot your H3 and what do not like? (1/11/2007 7:14:53 PM)

I don't like the dome light being off when I go out to unload groceries for my wife, out of the cargo area.

Does it not have a switch? Granted it's my wifes ride, so I don't deal with it day in and day out. But we live out in the sticks, and at night it's DARK out here. I would expect to have a cargo light when the rear door is opened, but I get nothing. So, I end up having to open a side door so the light will come on. [&:]

Dennis -> RE: What to like abouot your H3 and what do not like? (1/11/2007 7:25:17 PM)

FM..you have a problem then..

Because my dome lights both come on when I open just the rear cargo door...You might want to check to see if the little button to the lower left of the headlight switch is pressed ON!

Disnydad -> RE: What to like abouot your H3 and what do not like? (1/11/2007 7:41:19 PM)

quote:

ORIGINAL: Dennis

...............You might want to check to see if the little button to the lower left of the headlight switch is pressed ON!


So THAT'S why my interior lights never came on.  Just corrected it.  I know, I know ......... read the manual.[8|]

NJTEX -> RE: What to like abouot your H3 and what do not like? (1/11/2007 7:47:25 PM)

Hummer service and warranty is very good so don't worry about repairs, you'll be covered and most dealers will give you a free loaner car.  If you buy from an exclusive dealer, expect the same or better pampering and service as you would expect from any luxury brand.

When you buy, make sure to get at least the luxury package, Monsoon sound system, Sunroof, trailer hitch, roof racks, and GM step bars (if your wife is short or you have kids).  The adventure package is not needed unless you really want to do a lot of hard-core off-roading.  You can also at least upgrade to larger tires later when you need to replace.  XM is a nice-to-have and OnStar with America's Choice calling on your family plan is the safest way to go and will also add a certain wow-factor when your wife is cruising with her friends.

Biggest down side is a blind spot that is slightly worse than many SUV's with tinted glass when backing up but turning radius is extremely tight so it's a wash when it comes to parking lots.

Overall, it's a great truck.  Good luck with your purchase and hopefully your wife will give you the keys every now and then!


williecee -> RE: What to like abouot your H3 and what do not like? (1/11/2007 7:49:34 PM)

I really like the ability to not be stopped by the snow even when not on 4lock.
The solid feel around the passengers is comforting, and the crask test results are tops.
Turning radius is awesome.
The rear seats have fairly good knee room even with front seats all the way back.
The storage compartments are effective and accessable.
pulls cars out of snow drifts--even cop cars (x2)--hope it will help down the road..!!??

dislikes.....
The rear wiper needs to have more wipe distance.
Needs lowering suspension system for the driver to allow use of drive up ATM's.  HA_HA

I previously owned a 92 Bronco with a 351 Windsor which died at 257000miles. The H3 is tops except
for the power. 5-6 mpg difference is a plus also.

Needless to say, + + + + on the purchase and not disappointed at all!!

shortbus -> RE: What to like abouot your H3 and what do not like? (1/11/2007 7:56:29 PM)

what your wife will probably like most, is that the H3 comes stock with a skirt [:D] [:D] [:D] [8D] [:D] [:D] [&:] [8D] [8|] at least, that's what i got out of the discovery special on hummers.  and the H2 looks great being pulled up a hill by an H1.

  

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