What did you do to your GMT today?

[BOOMERZ]

Installed a used onboard air tank set up with twin trumpet train horns just have to chase down a lil leak but all is good .... can you hear me now lol

 

[Wooluf1952]

Been a busy couple of days! to my astonishment I found 4 of 6 wheel studs sheered clean off so I fixed those up. No idea of how this happened, my only guess is over/under tightening. Changed the fuel filter on Tuesday as well as front and back differential fluids and threw in a couple chrome interior handles in the front that I got from the junkyard for $5 to replace the black textured plastic ones. Did oil today with Mobil 1 and seafoamed it.

Are you using wheel spacers/adapters?

 

[STLtrailbSS]

ordered Brake Motive Front Rotors wont be here till Wednesday

 

[Boricua SS]

took the beaSSt to a local motor/speed shop (turns out that i talk to the guys parents every Sunday... didn't even know that lol) so they could look at the motor before I take her to the dealership next week...

the guys busted out their stethoscope's and took a listen all over my motor... to their conclusion, something is definitely going on in/with cylinder #2.. without taking it apart, obviously they don't know for sure... but they said its definitely in the head and it could be anything from a broke spring, all the way to rockers needing to be adjusted... but they said its not very aggressive and that other things shouldn't be damaged.. which is what i was worried about with the ticking going on...

so, its off to the dealership Monday or Tuesday, and then shes parked for the winter... goodies to come for her return next year (if i keep her of course )

 

[AV8ER]

Washed it today!:wootwoot:

 

[Sparky]

took the beaSSt to a local motor/speed shop (turns out that i talk to the guys parents every Sunday... didn't even know that lol) so they could look at the motor before I take her to the dealership next week...

the guys busted out their stethoscope's and took a listen all over my motor... to their conclusion, something is definitely going on in/with cylinder #2.. without taking it apart, obviously they don't know for sure... but they said its definitely in the head and it could be anything from a broke spring, all the way to rockers needing to be adjusted... but they said its not very aggressive and that other things shouldn't be damaged.. which is what i was worried about with the ticking going on...

so, its off to the dealership Monday or Tuesday, and then shes parked for the winter... goodies to come for her return next year (if i keep her of course )

So, sounds like worst case scenario they slap a new head on it and call it a day. That's not too bad.

 

[bdorsch44]

Are you using wheel spacers/adapters?

Nope. Bone stock, just had a whole brake job including lines and all new suspension but I dont think there's a connection.

 

[Fire06]

Washed and cleaned the truck. Cleaned the leather seats and put conditioner on them.

 

[Mypetropig]

Nope. Bone stock, just had a whole brake job including lines and all new suspension but I dont think there's a connection.

If the wheels were re installed using an air powered impact gun that might be the culprit. I have had that happen on a previous vehicle.

 

[Boricua SS]

So, sounds like worst case scenario they slap a new head on it and call it a day. That's not too bad.

Yea pretty much, unless they decide to fix it when they find out what's wrong.. I just hope that's it.. if it is, I think its pretty safe to say that I'm keepin her lol..

 

[mapanch]

I drove it today. On vacation this week and it hasn't moved since I got home from work on Saturday.

 

[SBUBandit]

ordered Brake Motive Front Rotors wont be here till Wednesday

Bet you get them faster. I've ordered from them three times, the most recent being Tuesday for my Taurus, and everytime its been two business days. I bet they ship today, you have them Monday or Tuesday. They ship from Chicago

 

[McGMT]

Cleaned up a couple little spots on the frame that had surface rust with some rust converter then sprayed the whole frame a nice matte black. Also, gassed up yesterday to the tippy top and no fumes or leaks from the new pump seal.

 

[gmcman]

Sprayed some PB Blaster on the lower ball joints and axle nuts. Because the LBJ's are getting replaced in the AM. :wootwoot: After my coffee.

 

[McGMT]

Sprayed some PB Blaster on the lower ball joints and axle nuts. Because the LBJ's are getting replaced in the AM. :wootwoot: After my coffee.

Which ones did you get?

 

[gmcman]

Which ones did you get?

MOOG K6663 from Amazon. $90 for the pair but ended up being $98 shipped because I had to add $4 each for next day shiping since I wasn't paying attention to the calendar.

They need to be replaced a few months ago, I cannot wait any longer. Unless I want an unwelcome fender flare.

 

[FlyingFischer]

Installed plug and play e-fan kit! The little bit of driving I did today I did notice a little bit more pep when I stepped on it. I will keep everyone posted on MPG gains.

 

[STLtrailbSS]

Bet you get them faster. I've ordered from them three times, the most recent being Tuesday for my Taurus, and everytime its been two business days. I bet they ship today, you have them Monday or Tuesday. They ship from Chicago

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[Canary2323]

Trying to get this vht off my taillights, I put clear plasti dip on too bc I read that it would come off easier.. Not the case. This is a pain in the ass.

 

[The_Roadie]

Trying to get this vht off my taillights, ...

Why? VHT remorse?

 

[fr34kout]

Time to buy a gallon of thinner and a pack of microfibers. Trust me I've had to strip my tail lights twice now and it isn't fun but that's the only way you're guna get it off without ruining the condition of the lights.

Why? VHT remorse?

I would guess problems from the cops. I was fine for over 6 months, then 1 cop finally noticed my car and pulled me over 4 times within 1 week. Luckily no tickets but I had to take it off and respray it lighter.

 

[Blckshdw]

Trying to get this vht off my taillights, I put clear plasti dip on too bc I read that it would come off easier.. Not the case. This is a pain in the ass.

Rub some brake fluid on it, I heard that works really well on Niteshades.

 

[Canary2323]

Yeah I like the look but I rushed it the first time, so going to redo them and take my time. I'll try the brake fluid, tried gasoline but didn't work. Any suggestions on what grade sandpaper in should use to get out the scratches that I'm making..?

 

[revamp]

Finally put my decals in!


I have a liftMeister decal, but it has Marks Gmail address on it. Anyone know if there are newer decals or if I should just cut off the email address before putting them on?

 

[TexazReece]

Washed and cleaned the truck. Cleaned the leather seats and put conditioner on them.

Whats a good leather conditioner bro? I think it's due time for mine lol

 

[TexazReece]

Finally put my decals in!


I have a liftMeister decal, but it has Marks Gmail address on it. Anyone know if there are newer decals or if I should just cut off the email address before putting them on?

Just cut it off or leave it on for marketing for Mark. Looking good there bro :wootwoot:

 

[jrSS]

Yeah I like the look but I rushed it the first time, so going to redo them and take my time. I'll try the brake fluid, tried gasoline but didn't work. Any suggestions on what grade sandpaper in should use to get out the scratches that I'm making..?

800 to get em scuffed up. Then 1000..then 1500....then 2000..then u should be done lol.

 

[STLtrailbSS]

wasn't expecting them till Wednesday received and installed by 3 on Saturday cant beat it.
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[gmcman]

Lower ball joints are INSTALLED! :wootwoot:

Bout time. I took a slightly different approach and will post up some pics and a few short video clips.

 

[anthonyl79]

Got my 86 front springs and Z71 rear springs today. So tomorrow it is time to 2.5" Mark lift with 1.5" wheel spacers and Hankook Dyna Pro ATM 265-70-17!!!

 

[AV8ER]

Bilstein HD installed up front, new air filter and replaced the rear washer fluid pump because it was cracked and leaked out all the fluid. It drives so much better with the new shocks all around! Really appreciate my dads help with all this stuff!

 

[gmcman]

With temps in the low 70's I thought I would perform some "Spring cleaning"

Well, have some else do the cleaning. After all, I didn't drop all the crumbs.

He was riding his tryke around and with all the acorns falling at terminal velocity....he doens't want to take his helmet off...lol.

 

[gmcman]

Hitting all 4 doors with the Dynomat Extreme. Been sitting in the basement for 3 years from when I did the LOML's stereo, may as well put it to use.

 

[meerschm]

I managed to change my transmission oil lines to the radiator.
:wootwoot:

 

[gmcman]

A freakin rusty clip! I will not tolerate these distractions!!!

 

[gmcman]

Big box of Dynomat....going all out now.

The 35MM axle socket makes a great roller.

 

[HARDTRAILZ]

Did some teail riding in VA and drove it home to IN

 

[Sparky]

Finally ordered a couple (hopefully) final parts for a project that I want to have finished before Saturday. They better get here in time and I better get off my lazy bum and get it done

 

[Canary2323]

Thought I'd try out duplicolor fabric paint/dye to go with a different color scheme and update interior. Very pleased how the product looked and worked, doing over my lexus carpets tomorrow.

 

[Blckshdw]

Thought I'd try out duplicolor fabric paint/dye to go with a different color scheme and update interior. Very pleased how the product looked and worked, doing over my lexus carpets tomorrow.

I heard, on the OS, that it rubs/wears off after a while, especially on the high contact areas. Keep us posted on how well it holds up for you.