After researching/shopping for a replacement vehicle for the wife I concluded that if you look hard enough you can find something on any newer vehicle that has failed on someone and cost them big bucks. The information we have access to is both a blessing and a curse. True, older vehicles...
IAC would be my first guess as well. You mentioned a new engine. 15000 miles would have been some time ago. I would check if you have any air leaks where the TB bolts to the manifold or anywhere else on the manifold for that matter. A small leak to the atmosphere would be enough to cause...
All good points about taking your time and making sure your truck is up to date on maintenance. Which it sounds like you have done quite a bit of work to make it a reliable rig. Besides that when you load the trailer make sure you have a correct amount of weight on the tongue of the trailer...
To do a cam conversion you could do it with the engine still in the vehicle. Many of those early TBI engines had the provisions in the block for a roller cam. Mine did anyhow. If that is the case just get the parts from an L31. Otherwise you will need conversion lifters. You will need to...
Are you running the 383 with that cam with the stock tune? I am guessing not. If the OP was willing to buy the tools to burn chips and learn the tuning then I would say go for heads and cam.
I think this also depends on the amount of time that you want to put into it. The TBI system does not respond well to significant engine mods such as a cam change. If you are willing to take the time to learn to tune then that opens up more options. A new EFI system could net more power...
Just as another data point my 95 8 lug came with 3.73s. I actually ran across an 88 with 3.42s but it had the SM465 trans with a very low first gear. I agree that the majority of these came with 4.10 gears.
CCSB are getting hard to find in decent condition. Check ball joints and tie...
You have it backwards. Power flows from the power distribution center to the multifunction switch to the lights. My guess is if you keep blowing a flasher you have a short in the multifunction switch or elsewhere in the system. I attached a wiring diagram. I suggest unplugging components...
Tough break. The only condolence I can offer you is that you are a little wiser now than you were before. And next time you talk to someone building an engine you will have a story to tell and a lesson to convey.
I had similar experiences with aftermarket rebuilt steering boxes. They all had noticeable play. Even tried adjusting the bearing pre load. I finally ended up with a new not rebuilt unit that has been good. Make sure you don't have a problem with the pitman arm instead of the gearbox...
Yes the iron duke and the 60 degree 6 family use the same bell housing pattern. May want to do a little research on the 700r4 applications. I think the v6 vs I4 have different valve body calibrations. Shame you are not closer. I have a 700r4 from a v6 left over from my MG project that I...
What I have wondered is if the 4200 vortec from a trailblazer would be a mileage friendly option. Very torquey which would be good for a truck. Not sure I have ever seen an inline 6 stuffed in a 400's engine bay.
Like others, I have an old Honda accord that I use for basic a-b...
Not sure what you mean by feeling heavy. Maybe steering feedback or braking? I don't have burbs but between my LD c2500 and the HD K2500s there is not a huge difference in driving. Others have commented on the 1/2 tons needing brake upgrades. For what you are describing a 1500 or 2500...