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killian96ss

Another source of popping sounds on the S-series is because the t-bar crossmember is a floating design supported by 2 hangers with rubber mounts. When one t-bar is compressed more than the other the whole crossmember will move to one side and make contact with the frame. If the rubber bushings are w...

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With a 2"BL you can run any TB spacer with a K&N FIPK. Installing a TB spacer actually helps regain 1" of the 2" BL to help prevent misalignment problems with the intake system. I gained a solid 1 to 1.5 mpg after installing a Powerdyne TB spacer on my 01 cc which already had a FIPK. After 90k miles...

killian96ss

The prices are great if you need any of those parts!

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killian96ss

The 4L60E has to be 98 or later (2 piece bellhousing, not 1 piece), must be from a 4wd (4wd has a longer output shaft than 2wd), and the trans should be from another S-series because the full size 4L60E will have different valve body components. You can still use a full size trans, buy you might nee...

killian96ss

Do you have a tb spacer installed? Are all the intake hose clamps tight? Did you reconnect the PCV tube on the back of the tb intake tube/hat? Is your belt slipping? Is the alternator making a whistling/whirring noise?

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killian96ss

HenryJ wrote:You need a 4L60E from a 4x4

& it needs to be 1998 or later 2 piece bell housing.

Forget about the Corvette trans.

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killian96ss

Goo Gone & plastic razor blades, or fishing line.

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killian96ss

Did you have the pre-cat deleted? Is the new main cat bigger than the stock cat?

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killian96ss

Just wanted to say happy fathers day to all the dads out there. It is one of the most challenging & rewarding jobs out there. Have fun with your kids today!!!!

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killian96ss

With a 2" BL & 1" t-bar crank I was able to run 31x10.5 Goodyear MT/R's with only minor rubbing @ full lock on my 01 cc. This is with stock wheels & sway bar disconnected. I did cut off the sharp corner @ the bottom of the fender so that the tire didn't get cut when turned all the way. Without the 2...

killian96ss

Mobil 1 oil & K&N filter every 5000 miles for me. Mobil 1 also makes an extended performance oil that is good for 15,000 miles with 1 filter change halfway. The main reason for the 3 month change even if mileage is low is because of moisture in the oil. If the engine sits for long periods of time or...

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You probably won't notice much of an increase in voltage going with 4 awg cable since the factory cables are already 4 or 6 awg. The Innovative Wiring battery cables use 0 awg pos & neg cables and 2 awg alt & fuse box cables. The fuse box cable needs to be bigger so that more juice gets to the entir...

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F9K9 wrote:Bilsteins, hands down.

X2.
I tried Rancho RSX's (better than the RS5000's) & Bilsteins on my cc, and the Bilsteins were definitely better.

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killian96ss

Did you have heat before the new engine was put in? If you did, take it back and tell them about the NEW problem. Has all the air been purged from the system? Are you running the orange Dex-Cool or regular green antifreeze? Dex-Cool is known to clog radiators and heater cores which is why most peopl...

killian96ss

It is illegal to remove ANY part of the emission system including the pre-cat. A lot of the automotive forums out there do not condone or allow members to talk about removing emission equipment because it is a violation of federal law. Most shops will not remove a cat because of the liability, but t...

killian96ss

Power Performance & MOOG are both good choices. I thought the NAPA premium parts with blue colored boots were good quality? I guess they could have switched to a lower quality supplier. I have had good results with their other parts like CV axles, brake parts, etc. When did GM switch to higher quali...

killian96ss

Very timely discussion. I performed the throttle blade mod 150 miles ago and my 03 CC threw a P0171 anbd P0174 code (Bank 1 and Bank 2 system too lean). Do you think they are the result of the mod? No. The the tb blade mod only increases airflow. The pcm will adjust the fuel delivery to match the a...

killian96ss

Sorry to stir things up. You know I will speak my mind. I would be happy to explain the correct process for thread repair if you like. Using a cutting die on damaged threads to fix them only makes the problem worse. A thread clean up die should have been used instead. These do not cut new threads, t...

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Even if you don't care, I still feel better telling you that even after the clean up the threads still look really bad, and unsafe. My friend who fixes s### like this all day, says those threads are no good and will most likely strip out. The threads above the cotter pin hole are really bad, but eve...

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After seeing the picture I have to be honest, those threads are beyond repair. My friend who is a 20 year experienced machinist also agrees after seeing the damage. Since this is a steering part, it would be unsafe to try to fix. I know that's not what you wanted to hear, but I am being honest, and ...

killian96ss

The 02 sensors start losing efficiency around 80k miles and are pretty bad by 100k. I highly doubt that shop replaced them without noting it on your reciept. 3 new 02 sensors would add at least $200 to the bill. With your mileage it would be smart to replacing all 3.

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Gary takes tin plated copper lugs, drops in a solder pellet, heats it up with a torch until the solder melts, then while the solder is still molten he puts the cable in and crimps it with a device that looks like large bolt cutter, and then shrink wraps it to seal it up.

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killian96ss

Compression fittings are nice if you don't have a battery lug crimper. Street Wires & Rockford Fosgate both make nice battery terminals and wire fittings. Make sure all crimps or connections are tight.

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killian96ss

What exactly did the shop do? Have you replaced the 02 sensors? Try cleaning the MAF sensor with CRC brand MAF sensor cleaner. If you can't find any use 90 % isopropyl alcohol and q tips. The 3 tiny sensors need to be cleaned, but you have to be careful with q tips. Is your main cat ok?

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killian96ss

The voltage reading @ the alt will not change much with different sized cables so I feel the best place to get a good reading is @ the power terminal on the fuse box. Take a reading there with all accessories off & then on. After switching to larger cables you will definitely see a good increase in ...

killian96ss

...After upgrading my cables my electrical system increase by 1-2 volts over stock. Holy crud! You must boil the battery dry putting out 15-16 volts now ;) I would say if you had a jump in voltage of 1-2 volts you need to address that problem with your regulator as it is outside its operating range...

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The factory battery cables are undersized even for a stock system. After upgrading my cables my electrical system increase by 1-2 volts over stock. My headlights even got brighter after the upgrade! I learned a lot about wire and cable when I managed a production and testing department for a leading...

killian96ss

The local pick-n-pull only charges me $10 for a set of tow hooks. Sometimes they let me keep small parts like that for free. I might have to stop by there this weekend since they are having their annual half off everything event. If anybody needs anything, I can look while I'm out there!

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killian96ss

I knew they were way overpriced! $54k for an off road F150 is just ridiculous!

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killian96ss

Well Reed, at least you wheel your $50k toy. I can't stand seeing really nice exotic cars with old men driving them 20 mph down the road or huge lifted chromed out trucks with 44's with owners that are afraid to get dirt on it! If your gonna spend that kind of money, why not enjoy what the vehicle i...

killian96ss

Go with the Torsen. They are great on road, off road, and @ the track. I have a True-Trac in my 88 S10 4x4, and my 96 Impala SS, and couldn't be happier with the performance. My 05 ZR2 is next to get one since it still has one of those harsh Gov-Locs.

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killian96ss

It's too bad the rear seat space is so small in the cc's. If it wasnt for that problem I would be looking for another one. Since my kids are only getting bigger, my next vehicle will most likely be a Trailblazer SS because its not real big like the full size chevy's, it has plenty of power (400 HP s...

killian96ss

kwalsh wrote:My dilema: Do I fix the CC or trade it in for a full size bowtie?

Most members who have asked this ? went full size because of the extra space, increased power, and same or better gas mileage. Your finances and planned usage for the vehicle should make the decision for you.

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killian96ss

I have read a tsb for late model S10's that says moisture inside the sensor will turn the light on which also disables the entire system. Whenever I used to cross large water crossings and spray water everywhere, my air bag light would come on. It used to go off on its own, but after a few months it...

killian96ss

Isn't the raptor also ridiculously expensive, like close to $50k? Give me an old school GM truck and $50k and I bet I could make something way cooler than the silverado concept or the raptor!

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killian96ss

Nice truck, but very expensive to put into production, and it would have a price tag well over $50k which makes it impractical and highly unlikely to ever get the green light from the now conservative GM.

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killian96ss

There are a couple of pick-n-pull yards near me that still have a few 1st gen tow hooks. If anybody wants some hooks, I can grab a few the next time I'm out there. I pulled a 4wd suburban out of large snow covered ditch using only 1 tow hook on my cc, so I know they are pretty strong. The driver of ...

killian96ss

Are the rear brake caliper slide pins lubed? Bent dust shield? Rock stuck between dust shield? Bad wheel bearing? Bent axle? Warped rotor?

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killian96ss

A single 2.5" exhaust system will make more power than a dual system because of the higher flow rate from retaining more heat, however most dual systems sound better so the question is, do you want the most power available or are you willing to drop a few hp for more of a V8 sound? Either option wil...

killian96ss

I'm not sure how much they are new, but I got $400 for my used cap.

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killian96ss

Welcome to the forum! What Chevy's do you own?

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killian96ss

I tried Rancho RSX and Bilsteins shocks on my 01 cc and the Bilsteins were definitely the better of the 2 brands. I wouldn't even consider any other brand!

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killian96ss

Looks good Jim! I like that body style much more than the newer or older style. The roof rack delete also looks good!

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killian96ss

I have just over 30k on my K/M 2's, so here is what I think so far: They are still very quiet for a mud tire and they perform pretty good on a wide variety of terrain, especially in the mud. Just like the Goodyear MT/R these tires are scary on icy roads because they lack adequate siping. Wear has be...

killian96ss

Glad to here the cc is running good again! Did you ever find a good extended warranty? I've purchased one with the last 3 vehicles I've bought and each time the warranty more than paid for itself. I believe they were all under $1500 while the repair costs on each one exceeded $2500. GMAC and Zurich ...

killian96ss

Mobil 1 gear oil is a good choice and it work will work with the gov-lock.

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killian96ss

Jim wrote:I'm using PurOne on my Tahoe by Purolator, I heard they are good.

I used to use their filters on my old school cars & never had any problems.

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killian96ss

Maybe FRAM & AC/Delco are using the same manufacturer. FRAM filters are known to collapse and plug up because of cheap materials & poor construction. K&N, Royal Purple, & Mobil 1 are high quality filters.

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killian96ss

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killian96ss

Remove visor mounting screws, pull wiring harness out enough to unplug it, reinstall visor screws.

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killian96ss

Ethanol is bad and good. It makes more power and burns cleaner than gasoline, but it also lowers your gas mileage. It's hard to say if the 20 cent increase will balance out?

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killian96ss

Where exactly are the lines leaking @?

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killian96ss

That's why it is best to always use the factory fill hole.

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killian96ss

Use the fill hole located on the passenger side of the rear diff and fill it up until the oil just starts to flow back out the hole.

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killian96ss

That's a great price for that scanner! I've been thinking about getting the same one for the past couple of years now, but never wanted to pay over $200 for one.

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killian96ss

Can you post a picture?

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killian96ss

bradjh wrote:I have an 02 crew with 95,000 idle is getting a little rough. Should I do anything else beside cap, rotor, plugs, and wires??

Yes, you should also replace both pre-cat O2 sensors with some new AC Delco O2's. The throttle body, MAF sensor, and IAT sensor should all be cleaned as well.

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killian96ss

With 123k miles you should also replace both pre-cat 02 sensors. GM claims they are good for 100k miles, but in reality they are losing efficiency by 80k miles. Stick with AC Delco 02 sensors because some aftermarket brands like Bosch can cause surging problems and mpg loss.

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killian96ss

roadrunner wrote:Personally I like the driveability I gained when I added 1" spacers to the rear of my stock CC.

I had the same setup on my CC and thought it looked pretty good that way.

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killian96ss

If you are going to remove the cover, why not just remove what's left of the plastic breather fitting and install a new one? If you don't like the plastic fitting, you could install a brass pipe fitting with a barbed hose end. All you need to buy is 1 tap, 1 brass fitting, and some hose. If this hap...

killian96ss

I believe the most common noise from that area is when the PCV valve vibrates against the throttle cable which transmits the noise to the cab. Grinding noises aren't good, so hopefully this is all that's wrong.

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killian96ss

LSD = limited slip device, which is the same as a G80. GM uses the RPO code G80 for all LSD's whether they are clutch types posi's or lockers.

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killian96ss

With a fuel pressure guage attached to the schrader valve and the system primed (key on, engine off), how long does it take for the pressure to bleed down? If it takes several minutes you are ok, however if it drops right away, you need a new fuel pump.

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killian96ss

Why haven't more people attemted to install a full size 8.2" IFS front diff? This would pair up nicely with the ZR2 8.5" rear. I know Mike did it and was at one time thinking about making a kit to do the conversion, and then nothing was ever said again about the project.

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killian96ss

I still have 3 Optimal red tops going strong with no failures to report. All 3 are model # 9004-003 which are the big red tops. The one in my SS is over 13 years old and still works as good as new. The other two are 4 and 2 years old and working just fine.

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killian96ss

It is important to remember that everything being said is just opinions. I do not have a front locker, but I do know people who do have them and some that have had them in the past. I know 1 guy who did have a failure that was probaby caused by the lock rite, but he is also a maniac off road, so I d...

killian96ss

A lock rite in the front diff works fine as long as it is not heavily abused. One thing that has been proven is that the aluminum front diff is not as strong as the cast iron front diff (locker or not), so if you want a reliable locked IFS front diff try to find one of the iron diffs used in the 5 s...

killian96ss

border man wrote:Any new discount codes

27952252310017

5% discount through 4/18/2010

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killian96ss

I Also, I would like to replace all of the front end bushings, do you know who sells a kit for our truck? Thanks Energy Suspension sells all the polyurethane bushings for the Crew Cab (upper a-arms, lower a-arms, leaf springs, sway bar. body mounts, etc.). One thing worth pointing out is that the E...

killian96ss

That's the first time I have seen a pinion shim failure, but I'm sure your not the first. The pinion usually loosens up because the crush sleeve gets deformed or the bearings start to wear out. Thanks for taking pictures.

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killian96ss

Are you sure it's in 4wd? The dash switch might be misleading you. If you are stuck in 4hi, my guess would be a bad encoder motor or faulty dash switch. I had the same problem 2x when I had my CC. One failure was caused by a bad encoder motor, and the other was a messed up dash switch. You might fin...

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Awsome... I will deffinatly look into the tru-trac....Did you buy any other parts for the rear end before you installed it or just the unit itself? I used a complete installation kit (bearings, races, shims, seals, marking compound, carrier bolts, crush sleeve, etc), but I also put in new gears. If...

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I would get a Detroit Tru-Trac gear driven differential. They are always active splitting torque to both wheels, and they don't violenty engage like the Eating Gov-Loc. I have one in my track driven SS and my 88 S10 4x4 Blazer. The Tru-Trac is excellent on road as well as off!

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killian96ss

The S10 looks better, has a better engine with more torque, and is nearly the same size as the Colorado. Unless your running into costly repairs with the CC, I would keep the S10, and wait until GM makes a better mid sized truck.

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killian96ss

To get things back to where I had it , I need to add some 1" spacers to the rear. It just looks better to me with the rear slightly wider. I still have a set of 1" spacers from my CC if your interested. I used to have them on the rear to match the front track width. I don't know why I have hung ont...

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