What did you do to your GMT today?
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TexazReece
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Voymom said:Trying to change the power steering pump in a snow storm
We have a 3hr drive coming up this evening and it needs to be done, especially with fresh powder falling.
I'm getting me a new puppy!
Kool what breed
DJones
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Today, I decided that the one inch of mud that has been sitting on my gas tank shield needed to go. Not the most comfortable position to be in under your car with a cinder block or two sitting on top of you. The rearmost bolt hole was broken, but not at any real suprise to me.
I'm not sure how hard it should be to turn the front driveshaft, but it seems to be stiff.
After yesterday's post, I cleaned up the rest of my interior. All it needs now is a whole lot of vacuum cleaning.
I'm not sure how hard it should be to turn the front driveshaft, but it seems to be stiff.
After yesterday's post, I cleaned up the rest of my interior. All it needs now is a whole lot of vacuum cleaning.
07ChevyTruck
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- Dec 5, 2011
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Today I thought about changing my fuel filter and spark plugs tomorrow, does that count for anything?
Sparky
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Glanced at my tires and it jumped out on me that they are showing their wear now. For a long time even after 20k miles they still looked really meaty. They have somewhere between 35k-40k on them now and they still look ok but definitely thinner looking. I know, it is to be expected, but I suspect that I'll definitely be wanting new tires before next winter. That is unless we have another "winter" like this one has been lol.
I'm sure that what doesn't help the perceived appearance of the tread is looking at mine after seeing pics of some of the big tires that a few members here run
Also I suspect this summer I'll be replacing my t-stat. It has always been 1 tick below vertical 210, but mpg was normal so I haven't been too concerned. Well, a few times the gauge has slipped down a bit toward the next lower tick, but has come back up. MPG is still mostly normal but there have been a couple tanks that have been a little lower than usual. I'm thinking it is starting to get a little worse. Joy
But then, at 155k miles I really can't complain either.
I'm sure that what doesn't help the perceived appearance of the tread is looking at mine after seeing pics of some of the big tires that a few members here run
Also I suspect this summer I'll be replacing my t-stat. It has always been 1 tick below vertical 210, but mpg was normal so I haven't been too concerned. Well, a few times the gauge has slipped down a bit toward the next lower tick, but has come back up. MPG is still mostly normal but there have been a couple tanks that have been a little lower than usual. I'm thinking it is starting to get a little worse. Joy
But then, at 155k miles I really can't complain either.
MedicatedMike
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- Feb 24, 2012
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*takes a deep breath
This technically should have been posted last night but I was just too tired.
Ok, so I had a whole slew of parts to "throw" at the truck, some needed ASAP and some just preventive/maintence, and have just been waiting for DECENT temperatures on a day the wife has off as its our only vehicle currently.
Already replaced front pass wheel bearing, and removed the fan clutch, fan, and shroud combo last week.
**Currently running fanless and awaiting the new PnP E-fan kit from PCMFORLESS.
Thermostat housing - Most Important of All! Engine running WAY too cold and KILLING MPG
Water pump - Common to replacefter removing that crap OEM fan setup, I could here the slightest noise/growl.
Idler pulley - Precautionary and since so cheap and already taking belt off
Serp Belt - Precautionary/Maintenance, old belt could be run for a while longer but again, Im already there.
Air Filter - Needed badly with Mi dirt roads.
Wiper Blade - Rubber tore on driver side blade other day and been rainy.
Clean Throttle Body!!! - ummmm, duh! Just bough it and its a must, esp with disconnect batt all day.
So, I had 3.5 hours to get as much as I could done before wife needed to take daughter to dance. I thought it would be enough for all or most.....lol...but not quite.
Started with thermostat housing as it was needed the most. I even tested the new one in a pan of water on stove and it opened up between 190-195 just like I expected). Everything went as expected for most part. I lost the special swivel socket I bought just for the bottom alt bolt so it took me nearly an hour to get it off. Put everything back, changed idler pulley, and belt, and realized I only had less than hour before she was leaving and hasnt even leak proof tested anything, so I planned to stop there until later. So got everything ready for the test drive, started TB up, and checked for leaks as I also waited to see if the therm opened up properly. Few minutes later the truck dies and keys are locked up in ignition. (Cant get them out or even get it all the way back to "off")
Long story short, after checking all fuses and taking everything back apart, I found that 1 of the 2 wires on the back of the alt wasnt connected. That then led me to think the battery was killed from running on batt only for 5 mins and a new battery would solve it. So after having family bring us one, all was solved and good in the kingdom again. It was late and dark by the time the new batt was in, so a few things didnt get done last night but will this weekend for sure.
lesson learned = order volt meter and code reader or be at mercy of stealership next time!
Completed: Thermostat housing, Idler pulley, Belt, Air filter, Wiper blade, and new battery!
TRUCK RUNS RIGHT AT 210 NOW!! :wootwoot::wootwoot::wootwoot::wootwoot::wootwoot::wootwoot:
To finish this weekend: Water pump, Clean T.B. with Deep Creep, seafoam treatment gas tank, and triple check/observe everything.
To finish in near future when warmer: Other front wheel bearing and brakes, Install new tuned PCM and get CASE relearn, Install new E-fan kit, and then after that I can trouble shoot the 4 wheel drive! Pretty sure were going to need an encoder motor, but im replacing the 4x4 switch that sheared off and changing the TC fluid "first".
whew......and to think I didnt even used to change my own oil........all thanks to you!
This technically should have been posted last night but I was just too tired.
Ok, so I had a whole slew of parts to "throw" at the truck, some needed ASAP and some just preventive/maintence, and have just been waiting for DECENT temperatures on a day the wife has off as its our only vehicle currently.
Already replaced front pass wheel bearing, and removed the fan clutch, fan, and shroud combo last week.
**Currently running fanless and awaiting the new PnP E-fan kit from PCMFORLESS.
Thermostat housing - Most Important of All! Engine running WAY too cold and KILLING MPG
Water pump - Common to replacefter removing that crap OEM fan setup, I could here the slightest noise/growl.
Idler pulley - Precautionary and since so cheap and already taking belt off
Serp Belt - Precautionary/Maintenance, old belt could be run for a while longer but again, Im already there.
Air Filter - Needed badly with Mi dirt roads.
Wiper Blade - Rubber tore on driver side blade other day and been rainy.
Clean Throttle Body!!! - ummmm, duh! Just bough it and its a must, esp with disconnect batt all day.
So, I had 3.5 hours to get as much as I could done before wife needed to take daughter to dance. I thought it would be enough for all or most.....lol...but not quite.
Started with thermostat housing as it was needed the most. I even tested the new one in a pan of water on stove and it opened up between 190-195 just like I expected). Everything went as expected for most part. I lost the special swivel socket I bought just for the bottom alt bolt so it took me nearly an hour to get it off. Put everything back, changed idler pulley, and belt, and realized I only had less than hour before she was leaving and hasnt even leak proof tested anything, so I planned to stop there until later. So got everything ready for the test drive, started TB up, and checked for leaks as I also waited to see if the therm opened up properly. Few minutes later the truck dies and keys are locked up in ignition. (Cant get them out or even get it all the way back to "off")
Long story short, after checking all fuses and taking everything back apart, I found that 1 of the 2 wires on the back of the alt wasnt connected. That then led me to think the battery was killed from running on batt only for 5 mins and a new battery would solve it. So after having family bring us one, all was solved and good in the kingdom again. It was late and dark by the time the new batt was in, so a few things didnt get done last night but will this weekend for sure.
lesson learned = order volt meter and code reader or be at mercy of stealership next time!
Completed: Thermostat housing, Idler pulley, Belt, Air filter, Wiper blade, and new battery!
TRUCK RUNS RIGHT AT 210 NOW!! :wootwoot::wootwoot::wootwoot::wootwoot::wootwoot::wootwoot:
To finish this weekend: Water pump, Clean T.B. with Deep Creep, seafoam treatment gas tank, and triple check/observe everything.
To finish in near future when warmer: Other front wheel bearing and brakes, Install new tuned PCM and get CASE relearn, Install new E-fan kit, and then after that I can trouble shoot the 4 wheel drive! Pretty sure were going to need an encoder motor, but im replacing the 4x4 switch that sheared off and changing the TC fluid "first".
whew......and to think I didnt even used to change my own oil........all thanks to you!
Juicy K
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Well I hit the unlock button on my key fob, open the door, got in the driver seat. Then I put the key in the ignition and started that great I6 up. This part gets really exciting.... I put my foot on the break, and moved the gear selector to the letter D. I slowly let my foot off of the brake pedal....... 10mins later. I filled the tank up. Then drove home..... LMAO
ConeKilrAutoX
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JRTAHOE
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I went to go check on the TrailBlazer at the collision center and it's still not do so hopefully Monday.
Also, Enterprise called me and I guess they had double booked the Tahoe I was in so they asked me if I could ring it back for a swap out and this is what they gave me.
It is a BEAST
Also, Enterprise called me and I guess they had double booked the Tahoe I was in so they asked me if I could ring it back for a swap out and this is what they gave me.
It is a BEAST
Blckshdw
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Looks nice Mike!
ConeKilrAutoX
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ItsOnVoy said:
Mark20 said:You know the rules, pix or it didn't happen!
yea yea pix or it didnt happen lol
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TexazReece
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ConeKilrAutoX said:
where did u find that cluster? Did you have any probz with the install & I've heard that with this mod it won't show mileage. Does it show for you............Great mod looks good.... No better than good
ConeKilrAutoX
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TexazReece said:
Thank you!
well I was about to buy a DIC online but then I saw a totaled SS at a local dealer and they were going to trash it so I took the cluster off their hands for $45 bucks haha. Its no problem at all if you have a place that does speedometer work by you. I went over and they made the mileage correction for me for $25.
I painted the needles so I could see better during day but at night I cant see at all
so I don't know what to do yet. Hopefully after I put all blue LEDs behind it it will be better I didn't feel like buying new needles for $40...I am saving for a Tune.
TexazReece
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ConeKilrAutoX said:Thank you!
well I was about to buy a DIC online but then I saw a totaled SS at a local dealer and they were going to trash it so I took the cluster off their hands for $45 bucks haha. Its no problem at all if you have a place that does speedometer work by you. I went over and they made the mileage correction for me for $25.
I painted the needles so I could see better during day but at night I cant see at all
Now that's a GREAT find....$45 vs $200+ on ebay. I'm sure after putting in leds it will help u out
ConeKilrAutoX
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TexazReece said:Now that's a GREAT find....$45 vs $200+ on ebay. I'm sure after putting in leds it will help u out
haha I hope! no light comes through needle after I painted the one black and others white. but if not Im not too worried! Just happy I found it cheap and it works completely fine
blazinlow89
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- Jan 25, 2012
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Kardain, your cat may just be as furry as mine (part maine coon, 2 years old and is 37" long). I also need a new gas cap.
I put in a set of the spider reverse lights, i am now 100% LED, for the places that do not require solder at least.
I also received parts for my new project, thanks njansey for the great deal and super fast shipping
I put in a set of the spider reverse lights, i am now 100% LED, for the places that do not require solder at least.
I also received parts for my new project, thanks njansey for the great deal and super fast shipping
Blckshdw said:Any particular reason? Inquiring minds wanna know...
My BlueFusion works great, while I was installing the 97x Nav unit, I also installed a USB Charging station that I got from Ebay. So since my phone works thru my radio, doesnt cost me any extra, and is a HELL of a lot cheaper than onstar..
Also because i cant get OnStar in my wifes truck. I could get the FMV, but we are still at the mercy of their incredibly overpriced service.
kardain
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- Dec 16, 2011
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blazinlow89 said:
Not sure what mine is other than a black and white puffball.... She came from a little kid with box o' kittehs at the grocery store. Got the kitten so the two 13 y/o cats I have could have a new playmate while I'm at work. For the most part one gets along with the kitten quite well... The other not so much.
blazinlow89
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Ours was from Craigslist. She is very affectionate, and its really funny to watch her and the dog play (fight). All I know is she is still growing, and as long as she is now this cat is going to be f-ing huge.
DJones
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Boricua SS
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i just ordered my LED Switchbacks from a member on tbssownners... by far the cheapest place ive found them.. $20 bucks for the pair!!:wootwoot: 60 3528 SMD's with 360 degree wide viewing angle..
ive asked him if i could link his site over here since i know alot of people have interests in LED's and the other things that he is offering... stay tuned...
ive asked him if i could link his site over here since i know alot of people have interests in LED's and the other things that he is offering... stay tuned...
woody79
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- Dec 3, 2011
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goulds48 said:Nothing special but a good salt rinse
Looking sharp.
I lived in Seneca Falls for a few years and loved the place. I miss the scenery now that we live in Rochester
Didn't do much to ours today apart from taking our annual trip down to Welcome To Cartwright's Maple Tree Inn. All you can eat buckwheat pancakes and home made maple syrup
We decided to take a short cut back up and took a seasonal road
Lets just say she was sliding around a bit until we pulled over and dropped it into 4wd. I love taking dirt back roads in the winter ... so much fun :wootwoot:Installed new brake pads all the way around, replaced front rotors and flushed the brake fluid. Now she is super smooth and quiet.:wootwoot:
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