Hi, I have a 2000 Chevy Silverado, ext. cab, 4x4, Auto. Trans., with a 5.3L engine with 210,000 miles on it. I bought it in January (5 months ago) in Florida from the original owner, it's nearly rust free! It runs and drives pretty well for an older truck, most regular maintenance is up to date, but it does have a tapping valve, starts rough, some smoke coming out of the tail pipe, and now an oil leak (looks to be the rear main seal). I do have some experience turning a wrench, and prefer to do the work if I can, but the rear main seal looks like a job for the professionals.
MAIN QUESTION! Related to replacing the rear main seal on my 2000 Silverado, 4x4, Auto Trans., with 5.3L engine with 210,000 miles!
1. Rough estimate to replace the rear main seal (# of hours, costs involved, parts?)
2. Should I do/replace anything else at this time (while the Transmission is out)? To be proactive?
3. Any suggestions, links, or advice to make sure the job is done right?
Just trying to prepare myself and my truck for the long haul. Thanks for all your time and help!
Todd
Boone, NC
MAIN QUESTION! Related to replacing the rear main seal on my 2000 Silverado, 4x4, Auto Trans., with 5.3L engine with 210,000 miles!
1. Rough estimate to replace the rear main seal (# of hours, costs involved, parts?)
2. Should I do/replace anything else at this time (while the Transmission is out)? To be proactive?
3. Any suggestions, links, or advice to make sure the job is done right?
Just trying to prepare myself and my truck for the long haul. Thanks for all your time and help!
Todd
Boone, NC