What did you do to your GMT today?

[Boricua SS]

What switchbacks did you get?

I got his smd kind not the cree ones. When they are on, they're white. When I hit the signal, the white turns off, and just amber flashes. When I straighten back out, the amber turns off and the white resumes. Its his smd style ones. I dont know what he calls them, but the old ones I had, the white stayed on constantly, even while the amber flashed. That pissed me off everytime I signaled

 

[kjkim93]

From Kevin? Lolol. I'm in need of new switchbacks and don't know which ones to get

 

[Blckshdw]

Im actually trying to work up the courage to do the clear corner mod, and thought bout painting the bezel while im in there.. i just dont wanna mess up my only set of lights..

Gotta get these rocker covers done first before i start on anything else exterior though.. I might hit you and carlton up for some advice when i decide to tear into the lights.

Question for ya, what kind of fasteners did you have on the bottom of your rockers? Mine had some sort of 3 pronged screw heads, that I had nothing close to fitting, so I had to paint them on the truck

As for getting into your headlights, once you actually get it done, like Juan said, it's really pretty easy in hindsight. Of course, either of us can give you tips and get you through the tough parts with ease

Oh I was pissed, but once I learned that it was a new guy putting everything back together, I just couldnt be pissed at him. Im working out a deal with the dealership since they have a new service manager now too. It's looking like I'll get free labor on installing my ac compressor but I'll have to buy all the parts. I'll take that deal since the labor costs morr then the parts.

That's good they are comping the labor for you, sounds like a fair deal to me, under the circumstances.

 

[Boricua SS]

From Kevin? Lolol. I'm in need of new switchbacks and don't know which ones to get

Oh yea.. forgot to mention his name lol. Yea I got um from Kevin.

 

[Midnyteryder196]

Question for ya, what kind of fasteners did you have on the bottom of your rockers? Mine had some sort of 3 pronged screw heads, that I had nothing close to fitting, so I had to paint them on the truck

As for getting into your headlights, once you actually get it done, like Juan said, it's really pretty easy in hindsight. Of course, either of us can give you tips and get you through the tough parts with ease

Mine just had the lil push pins on the bottom side.. I kinda tore couple of them up trying to get the pins out, but they should go back together I hope lol

I'm hoping to possibly get the headlights done before the meet, so I will probably gonna be getting ahold of you guys soon

 

[blazinlow89]

Mine just had the lil push pins on the bottom side.. I kinda tore couple of them up trying to get the pins out, but they should go back together I hope lol

I'm hoping to possibly get the headlights done before the meet, so I will probably gonna be getting ahold of you guys soon

Plastic rivets. I'd you need more they sell them at most auto stores near the Help! section.

 

[HARDTRAILZ]

Tossed a couple decals on it. Painted rad skid.

 

[Blckshdw]

Tossed a couple decals on it. Painted rad skid.

Now I KNOW you are not shy with the , so where are the pics sir?

 

[HARDTRAILZ]

Not sure I like decals yet. Skid is back to black like it was before winter. I guess I can snap a couple in a bit though

 

[mcsteven]

Sorry for the amount of pics

Yeah - you shoulda had at least 3 more. Preferably a dozen total. Comeon - get with the program.

 

[mcsteven]

Whew... today I found my truck. Was not sure it made it home last night.

Um, details? Was your truck out partying without you? Did it meet up with a cute little Mini convertible? Inquiring minds want to know.

 

[HARDTRAILZ]

Um, details? Was your truck out partying without you? Did it meet up with a cute little Mini convertible? Inquiring minds want to know.

It was partying but more aggressive than loving... hooked the winch to a lil Honda to motivate it.

 

[Hypnotoad]

Changed spark plugs, cleaned CPAS, replaced air injection valve, and changed oil. All with the help of my little helper.

 

[Fire06]

Work always goes better with helpers

 

[Mark20]

Replaced lights in drivers door window switch assembly. One was burned out and the article here was the impetus to git 'er done!

When replacing the speakers I broke the trim around the switches. Took over a year but I finally found one on eBay but it was the taupe color. A litrle Plasti Dip and I have a color coordinated one now. Will do the other side hopefully next weekend.

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[mcsteven]

Changed spark plugs, cleaned CPAS, replaced air injection valve, and changed oil. All with the help of my little helper.

When one of my nephews was noticed knowing the names of specific tools around 3 or 4 years old, his Dad taught him the numbers right away. He didn't know what a "quarter inch socket" was, but he knew what a 1 over 4 socket was. My friend put a step stool in front of the box and intentionally forgot tools in it at that point. His son started appreciating being able to help. He cleaned all tools after they were done. He's about 7 now and it's still a great father and son time, as well as being able to teach his son the value of taking care of something (the car, the tools).

When "Uncle Marc" visits, he wants to know if I need anything fixed on my car. Gotta teach him electrical next.

 

[HARDTRAILZ]

 

[gpking]

Today I drove my TB over to my ex-GM-tech neighbor and had him take a look under the hood.
He took a look at my AC system and helped me out with a DIY r134a/sealant/oil kit and says he'll hook 'er up to his AC machine if any problems arise. Lo and behold after he put some r134a in, the compressor clutch engaged and the vents were blowing ice cold air for the first time since forever.
He also noted my upper radiator hose was beat and could blow at any minute, so I made a quick trip to Napa for a replacement.

After that was all said and done, I got a 10A fuse and now my under the bumper lights work.
(They look purpleish in the picture but they're really close to the switchback color IRL)

 

[Zapp Brannigan]

Technically last night, but was too tired to post when I got home... Finally put my GoRhino guard on!

 

[Ghoster]

Installed the bedslide.

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[xavierny25]

Finally got around to doing my saggy rear door weather strip. View attachment 33989

 

[Envoy_04]

Finally got around to doing my saggy rear door weather strip. View attachment 21613.View attachment 21609View attachment 21611View attachment 21612

Nice!

I remember that being my first mod!

 

[mcsteven]

Technically last night, but was too tired to post when I got home... Finally put my GoRhino guard on!

That's one nice work space you're showing there. Wished I lived a little closer to 41.696104, -73.888356, but it's a heck of a commute from 37.8044° N, 122.2708° W.

 

[Darkrider_LS]

Finally got around to doing my saggy rear door weather strip. View attachment 21613.View attachment 21609View attachment 21611View attachment 21612

I need to do that soon!

As for me...well i started the process of making a deal to get my GMT400 K3500 back yesterday and found a good replacement today to finalize the deal. So my buddy is going old school with an old K10 Shortbox. Will get pics of that when he gets it home.

 

[IllogicTC]

That's one nice work space you're showing there. Wished I lived a little closer to 41.696104, -73.888356, but it's a heck of a commute from 37.8044° N, 122.2708° W.

And that is why image EXIF data is a horrible security risk.

 

[Hypnotoad]

When one of my nephews was noticed knowing the names of specific tools around 3 or 4 years old, his Dad taught him the numbers right away. He didn't know what a "quarter inch socket" was, but he knew what a 1 over 4 socket was. My friend put a step stool in front of the box and intentionally forgot tools in it at that point. His son started appreciating being able to help. He cleaned all tools after they were done. He's about 7 now and it's still a great father and son time, as well as being able to teach his son the value of taking care of something (the car, the tools).

When "Uncle Marc" visits, he wants to know if I need anything fixed on my car. Gotta teach him electrical next.

I have 2 girls, and we probably won't have anymore kids. So, I gotta start my girls out early. I'm determined to have a kid that will share my love of cars.

 

[HARDTRAILZ]

Training my daughter a couple years ago.

 

[Juicy K]

Made the dirty Bravada clean on Saturday, and then did Dad's EXT yesterday, before then I had only seen his after it had gone through Mike's Express. I am not sure if his had EVER been detailed. Hell I ruined a clay bar on his truck. Yep it was that kind of dirty.
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[Hatchet]

was finally able to get the fuel tank back in thanks to a 2 extra pairs of hands. Promptly took it for a spin and dies half a block later and would not start again just as before. Back at square one...

 

[Fire06]

That sucks huge hatchet.

 

[gpking]

Nobody I've talked to seems to like where I put my little bumper lights.
I still need to wrap the wiring in innerduct, but I think it looks pretty okay.

 

[kjkim93]

Nobody I've talked to seems to like where I put my little bumper lights.
I still need to wrap the wiring in innerduct, but I think it looks pretty okay.

It looks fine

Guys how much should a pair of used SS headlights cost? I'm on the search and someone pmed to send them a reasonable offer. I think 80 is okay?

 

[HARDTRAILZ]

Not the most appropriate thread for a discussion of value, but I would say that's about what new costs for regular ones, so prolly fair for used. I would base it off what new costs, but never looked at SS costs.

 

[blazinlow89]

Not the most appropriate thread for a discussion of value, but I would say that's about what new costs for regular ones, so prolly fair for used. I would base it off what new costs, but never looked at SS costs.

Uh, aren't the LS and SS headlights the same? You can get a cheap set on ebay for under $100 new.

 

[HARDTRAILZ]

Are the vents in lights or grill...

 

[Porkins]

Uh, aren't the LS and SS headlights the same? You can get a cheap set on ebay for under $100 new.

SS & LS are the same. The 06+ LT headlights are different.

 

[Blckshdw]

Are the vents in lights or grill...

Vents are in the grille's crossbar.

Guys how much should a pair of used SS headlights cost? I'm on the search and someone pmed to send them a reasonable offer. I think 80 is okay?

This is the cheapest new set I could find, most are going for about $85 for a pair. For a used set, adjust your expectations accordingly.

[EBAY]291063468656[/EBAY]

 

[Midnyteryder196]

Yup I paid 85 shipped for my new set of lights a few months ago. The ls/ss/02-05 Lt are the same lights. Only the 06+ Lt are diff and they are twice as expensive.. which really sux lol

 

[mcsteven]

And that is why image EXIF data is a horrible security risk.

I could pull exif data, but take a look at his location under his avatar. Didn't need to read it.

 

[blazinlow89]

SS & LS are the same. The 06+ LT headlights are different.

That's what I thought, Kyle threw me off. Started thinking, well what the hell is different in the headlights?