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    Redneck DoD

    I found an EE video explaining the Nissan system (here >> https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1108141_how-nissans-vvel-engines-work) and it does seem complicated and presumably the HotRocker (only a description found, here >> https://ck5.com/forums/threads/hotrocker.1560/) is too if the two are...
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    Redneck DoD

    There is another way to reduce throttling losses at part load. It requires a blower with a variable speed drive between it and the crankshaft. Set up with a high (numerically low ratio) as it would be in a normal forced induction set-up it boosts. Change the ratio and there is a ratio that...
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    Redneck DoD

    Is the juice worth the squeeze?.
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    3rd or OD in the mountains

    Bearing in mind that there's no heat from the saddle cooler to the trans fluid until the coolant thermostat has opened.
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    Tie rod ball joint question.

    I can't answer your question, only add that the 'plunge' I found was worse (much worse) on the passenger side.
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    RHD Suburban

    The rearmost seat access is also still configured for LHD. The photo of the console though shows something that I found rattling about in mine that has its own designated position. Is it a coin holder?
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    Redneck DoD

    The above point is dealt with in a later post, just to add - that when disabling injector(s), the ECU still has to 'see' them. Emulators as used in LPG/propane conversions do this. And, negates the aim of improved fuel economy. Expect fuel laden oil also.
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    RHD Suburban

    Here in the UK 'bull bar' would be the term. In USA speak, 'brush guard'?
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    Weird Black Soot in my Exhaust

    Already a fact in Euroland.
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    RHD Suburban

    My 1999 C2500 5.7 Suburban doesn't have one either. Not sure if they were an option or what the score is.
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    Tie rod ball joint question.

    Thanks. Pretty much what I figured but seeing as GMT400s have odd quirks that I've not encountered elsewhere (eg, lateral play on a rear wheel where I'd expect none), thought I should ask! Parts are ordered and will be fitted as soon as they arrive.
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    3rd or OD in the mountains

    Consider plumbing a cooler through a thermostat.
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    Tie rod ball joint question.

    Quick question regarding outer ball joint on tie rod on my 1999 C2500 Suburban. Zero play in any direction except what I'd call axial ie, in the direction of the threaded part/shank towards the retaining nut - like plunge. Is this normal?
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    I’m a DA…what maintenance have you screwed up?

    Where were you during the 1980s when Britain needed you and your blade?
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    Gas Mileage

    We need to remember that to improve on what has gone before requires creativity.
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