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Another alternator replaced. This time, I was given an all new one from their supplier not a reman unit. It is also the 145amp version designed after the acdelco unit. I'm sure the parts inside are different but same case. It keeps a solid 13.8v with +/- .1v which is very acceptable. We will see how...

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Getting the ball off the receiver I don't use is a bear. Can't turn it. Looks like cutting it will have to happen.

So what are the ratings for the stock front hooks?

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Yes part of a class III hitch. It has a 2" ball in it now but I would be taking it out for the anchor shackle. Sizing of that is another question. I would need the pin to be 1" thick to match the bolt hole for the ball. And anchor shackle with an opening of 3/4"+ It looks like the ones that would fi...

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I'm looking to make a rear recovery point. I have an old hitch with 2" drop. I want to turn it upside down so its 2" raise almost like a skid for the rear. But I'm looking for a pin to run through it. This is what I have: http://www.quadratec.com/Assets/Images/10017/10017-md.jpg This is what I want ...

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Haha fair enough! I'll be waiting and watching intently!

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I would just do it after the filter. Better safe than sorry. Only be reading a couple degrees cooler if that, is it worth the few dollars of a new sensor and hassle to replace?

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MSD ignition: Don't notice much of a difference, I should have listened to f9k9

Gabriel shocks: Should have spent the extra dough the first time on bilstein. Not going to replace now as its already spent.

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I like the look of that! Not too flashy like some other lowered s10s. I bet it handles well too. What does it get for gas mileage? I'm assuming it has the 2.2?

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I'm sorry for your loss, make sure you take care of the kids and that they take care of you.

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If the problem persists, you could always try switching out the cooler to a different style. The one I have from B&M prevents overcooling and it is around $50.

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Scangauge is only going to read what the PCM tells it. It will be the same as the speedometer. The scangauge has a tire size setting. You can set it by the percentage the tires you are using are smaller or larger than the stock pcm setting. You can also verify it by gps as the scangauge gives a rea...

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Glad it all worked out for you!

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That is what I was talking about! Poly can go tighter than rubber, just not overtight as stated above. You can tell, it won't tighten till it stops like a bolt but they will squish down a bit and it will be more difficult to turn. About 40ft lbs should do it.

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It depends on which tires I have on, my pcm was reprogrammed and is accurate on one set not the other, this is the accurate set sadly. I still go by the scangauge and verify with mileage reading.

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I go by the scangauge, it was set to tire size and verified by GPS.

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Okie, get any more updated pics?? I really want to see what the finished product is looking like!

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Ok so change from last tank to this tank: 1.2 mpg increase. Could be contributed to many things but same driving style, same routes, pretty much same weather too. Not a huge difference but I'm almost up to 13mpg! I don't know why my fuel economy sucks so bad. Only thing I can think of is the tires??...

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I cranked them down pretty firm. Poly is a better material to crank on then rubber without worrying about it "exploding" out. Thats the best way I can think to describe it.

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Alright last question, can I make the brace? Are there any photos of where the brace/bracket go just to see what I'm getting into?

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Did the zr2 package come with gas tank shields?

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This is the only shield I have yet to add. I haven't been too worried about the gas tank due to its location. Mine is steel and its nearly half covered with the factory plastic "shield". If I do get a shield off a 2nd gen s series, I only need the bracket as well correct? No modification needed? How...

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9.7 inches wide and 30.5-30.7 I could fit that on mine with the setup I have and have no rub. It would be very close but would fit. All I have are shackles and cranked t-bars. The 1" spacers upfront and 1.5" rear pull it away from the frame enough to clear at full lock. I think there is a good chan...

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Haha yes thank you taken care of.

Well that idea doesn't sound too bad, you can give it a shot. How much longer are the shackles the kit comes with? for every 2" longer you get 1" lift. Shocks are a must so thats a good idea. Give the rims a shot and see if it clears.

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I agree with BikerBoomer. Little to no gains seen, I don't know either what our MAF is rated for but if it is similar to the one used on v8s I wouldn't worry at all. You won't exceed it with the amount of air you can pull with a nearly stock 4.3

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Yeah they aren't overly loud for an MT. I expected louder but they aren't quiet either. So far so good with the tire, not much of an ice tire thats for sure but should I expect that with an MT? They are pricey but at this point I would purchase them again, time and wear will tell. If I don't get the...

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I personally am able to fit 30" tires with no rub and only a t-bar crank and shackles. I could almost clear 31s with no rub its close. If you want to easily fit 31s, get the shackles, t-bar crank and body lift. It will sit 4" higher or so front and 5" or so higher rear. That is a good amount of lift...

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First initial feeling, it does not warm up as quickly, seems to start easier/quicker I don't know how it might be related but backpressure perhaps?? Runs maybe slightly better at WOT, idle is same. Mpg will tell in due time.

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Welcome! for pictures and modification listings check out the mod page.

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To my knowledge and the way I see it, replacing the keys would allow for more tension to be put on the torsion bars and thats how the lift is achieved. You are still adjusting the torsion bars and changing the ride characteristics. The keys just allow you to adjust the bars past the stock specificat...

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I guess I don't follow, are we talking backspacing or rim size? The 31" tire is going to be 31" regardless of rim size. The backspacing just simply is the inches that the tire is going to be in or outward from the hub.

Check the links in this thread to understand wheel dimensions more.

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I did end up purchasing 2 more and had all 4 mounted on some rims from the junkyard that are the stock N90s. For a small price, I'll use these as winter tires and my Firestone Destination A/Ts as summers. These have a much deeper tread for the deep snow. I will see how well they handle when it reall...

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You can simply get different backspacing on the rims. The front and rear however are not lined up on our trucks so the fronts will stick out a little further. That is why I personally chose to get spacers to equal the stance not offset it. You could easily get rims that will do the same job however....

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I have towed in the winter and the temps were kept lower especially at highway speeds in 3rd. A cooler is a good idea. I have reached high temperatures with normal driving and no cooler before during the summer. B&M makes a nice cooler that won't overcool and is decently priced. It also comes with a...

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I explained somewhat in previous posts, henryj did as well. The create a very steep angle, you will wear parts out much faster. You torsion bars are designed to only go up to a certain height and no higher, just turning them up by stock to maximum will give you approximately 2" if that is what you'r...

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Pre-cat didn't look bad. I guess my less than poor fuel economy is contributed to something else. I decided in the end to just cut the pre-cat right out and retained it if need be for future use. I put a straight pipe in it's place and clamped it on with brackets. Seems like a decent temporary fix, ...

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Some people have purchased it, I don't know about crewcabs but on other s-10 sites. The thing with that kit is why spend your money on it? You can crank your torsion bars high enough to the point of severe angle without having to add new keys about 2". Saves you money since all you have to pay for i...

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Looks like my new tools will be put to the test tomorrow

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I wouldn't get the torsion key reindexers. You might as well just crank your torsion bars. The new keys will make it worse. The rear can easily be lifted for under $100 with longer shackles or add a leafs. Save the money or get a real lift kit the 5-6" ones that are available. What is wrong with a b...

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I agree you will need atleast 2 inches of lift. Crank the torsion bars and add shackles or a body lift, or both would be good. With that said, you may still rub. I have 30x9.5s with no rub but I did crank the tb and shackles on the rear, also with 1" spacers front and 1.5" back. Don't go further tha...

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If I do cut it off, I'll be cutting it as close to the precat itself to retain as much pipe as possible. In doing so, if the situation arose where it had to be reattached, could a good exhaust shop weld it back on? Assuming it is not too damaged.

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Is it possible to gut the precat and leave it installed or is the material of composition that it would not easily come out? It does look like a tough spot to clamp on a straight pipe until summer where I can get under there and do it right with a torch.

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Is the pipe leading to and from the precat 2 1/2 ID or 2 1/2 OD?

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So this may cause premature failure of the regulator due to overheating? Or PCM problems as well? There aren't any local alternator shops to take advantage of. The new trend is taking the whole alternator out and replacing it. I have a lifetime warranty but I might get sick of replacing it eventually.

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Yes it most likely is a cheap regulator. I don't know the model as I did not replace it, it was under warranty. Perhaps I should order and replace my own, where might a quality regulator be had? Will it be an issue if the battery light intermittently flickers or just an annoyance?

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Is the stock fog light wiring good enough to run a set of auxiliary fogs? I want to be able to use the stock fog button to run another set of lights along with the stock ones. Just wondering if I can use the stock wiring or if I should run new wires and use a relay to activate the new fogs off of th...

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Is a pre-cat required in NH? I called an inspection shop and they said no problem it doesn't matter if its gone. The other shop told me if it came with one, it must be there. I've tried to review the laws but its tough. http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/Rules/saf-c3200.html There are the inspection re...

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180* stat. New, just in this past spring. A little too cold is instead of about 180*ish it runs more like 173*ish. But it gets back up to temp when I stop.

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I agree with previous posts. Clicking sounds and PCs are not a good combination. That typically indicates drive failure. Back up now while you still can. Power supply will be 12v from nearly all connections with a few exceptions. If partitions are viewable than yes they can be accessed. I wouldn't w...

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Yes I was thinking the cold front by lund. I went to the larger radiator and now my truck stays a little too cold at times. I thought maybe something like the cold front would be a good addition but I see your concerns. I was wondering if anyone else on here ran those or something similar.

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Does anyone use the winter grille inserts that are available to get faster startups and a warmer vehicle?

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Ahead of you on that one. Added the sense wire, on the second regulator as it is now.

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It's been a while since I replaced the alternator, now the battery light intermittently comes on. Voltage doesn't even flinch when it does. Any thoughts?

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Well a little update on the servos. They do make a good difference in tranny operation. I am satisfied at this point. The install was not so good. The longer pin was about 1/16" too long and had to be ground down slightly but is still longer than stock. The cover would go on but it bound up. The exh...

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Well back from the academy and onto the street tomorrow. The past 3 months were... not fun. But it went alright and I'm state certified so I can go to any agency in NH and some other states.

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hmmm passenger side by torsion bar? a/c condensation?

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In theory, it shouldn't matter all that much. If you plug them in and sound comes out its right. They can even be reversed and it usually won't make a difference.

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Well I did some winter preparation, I picked up some extra wheels at the yard for a good price, just like stock ones, and mounted my "winter" tires on them. Looks like I have a good setup now for the next few years without buying anymore tires!

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HenryJ, I don't have an account over at Zr2USA I just read some threads for educational purposes, but they are having some questions with the march pulleys working with the Ad244. I just wanted to mention that I have this setup and it does work for me. I have adequate charging, same as without the m...

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I did clean the throttle recently and no EGR, what are the proper ways of cleaning the IAC valve? Is that the part with the electrical plug on it?

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When idling in gear it stays about 600rmp but the truck will drop to about 500 rpm and the lights dim slightly, oil pressure drops. Not even that noticeable but you can tell it does have a slight change in idle. Any thoughts on causes or remedies? Maybe time for a tuneup again even though its only b...

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I may be interested at some point, I have rigged it together for now. I redrilled a hole in the bracket and used some small metal springs and locknuts on the bolts to allow some slight movement and flexibility for the bracket. This may help or it may be too flexible. Only time will tell on this one....

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Wow you have had some issues with that rig. Is it too late for a GM buyback? I'll admit I don't know much about them. I too have had some issues but not nearly as large just minor headaches *knock on wood. I wish you luck in getting it taken care of but it will be adding up financially to be quite a...

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I agree something does have to give. I am going to try to find a way to incorporate either some flex pipe or a springy mounting device of some sort where the stock bracket is. It has been operating like this for years and I don't have a body lift so I figured it would have been all set, I was wrong.

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Well I just had my bracket break. I'm going to try and rig it up tomorrow. I noticed it broken when I was working on my alternator and have no idea how long it has been like that but there does not appear to be any other damage as far as I could tell in the dark tonight. Was there ever a real solid ...

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Well replaced the alternator and headlights and its back to normal. Are there any other problems this could have caused other than headlights? I just want to look into it rather than find out later that wiring was burnt up or something too. I do know that my battery squirted out a little due to the ...

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I was driving home tonight and noticed my blinkers reflecting off of a building nearby then noticed my headlights seemed like they were on highbeam. I looked down at the gauges just in time to see my airbag light flashing and volt meter reading about 16 volts. It did this about 3 times, I shut off t...

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Well I gave it a shot this weekend with a crowbar. The servo cover doesn't budge. I can get an ok handle on it but can't seem to get it to depress inward to release the clip holding it on. The transmission will move when I push hard enough on the servo cover but thats it. Would a large c clamp work ...

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Awesome thank you. All set up and working!

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I have a gray tach wire coming from my MSD box. Is this needed to hook up to anything? I have the GM 8877 harness and seems really easy to hook up other than knowing where to put the tach. And I guess the magnetic pickup purple and green wires are not used?

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I had looked into that... very pricey.

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Negative on the body lift.

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Hey $4 is not bad at all. I think they look ok, match your truck atleast. They would not look that good on mine I can safely say. But I do like them. I am surprised that you got them at Wal-Mart?? I didn't think they sold taillights at walmart but thats awesome.

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Parts are in. Am I able to do these by myself in a parking lot with very few tools and no ramps or lift?

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I finally got an answer, the difference between the two 4th gears is: "MAINLY JUST NAME BRANDS THEY BOTH DO THE SAME THING."

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Just to chime in, at first this sounded complicated to me. There are lots of relays available, NAPA was out of the cheapies and I paid about $12. Oh well, little wire and crimps and good to go. It was much easier than expected. Just mess around and it isn't hard. Did you want to just have quads? DRL...

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