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  1. J Thomas

    Questions: Preparations for a rebuilt motor

    Two Questions, hopefully y'all can point me in the right direction. 1) I'm wanting to get my motor rebuilt in my '92. It's a TBI 350. Where can I find a list of sensors that I'll need to replace when having my motor rebuilt? 2) I'm wanting to swap my heads to a set of Chevrolet performance...
  2. J Thomas

    Vortec Heads, need help

    I'm trying to plan a rebuild for my 1992 K1500 with a 350. Im.not wanting to build a monster, just something with a bit more heart. So here is what I've come up with: Vortec Heads Summit Racing TBI intake to Vortec Heads Stock Exhaust manifolds I know I need to be looking towards a good cam...
  3. J Thomas

    NV4500 Question

    Please help. I have a 1992 K1500 with the NV4500 and I'm wanting to change the shifter knob. What thread size is the shifter knob? Google has not been of any help. Thank you.
  4. J Thomas

    Steering Shaft Replacement

    I'm not sure if I'm in the right forum to ask this, but I'm needing help with a steering shaft question. I have a 1992 K1500 and I'm wanting to upgrade my steering shaft. Mainly because next to the power steering pump and gearbox, all my steering parts are brand new and my truck still has play...
  5. J Thomas

    T10 194 Bulb Question

    I have a 1992 K1500 and I'm wanting to change out the bulbs to LED. I have read the pin forums and I'm stuck at one point and need help. With my instrument cluster off, I can make access to the bulbs and their holders. Here is where I'm stuck. How do the bulbs come out? Every other vehicle...
  6. J Thomas

    Biggest Tire on Crank-to-Level

    Hey everyone, I'm wanting to buy new BFG A/T tires at the start of next year. I have a 1992 K1500. With a level crank, what's the biggest Tire I can fit successfully and still look good? If I can fit a 285, can I go to a 295 and be fine? Please help before I make a costly mistake. Thank you.
  7. J Thomas

    4-inch Lift, Pic and Advice Request

    Hey, I'm wanting to lift my truck and run 315's. I'm not a fan of the way the 6 inch kits look, but I don't the 4 -inch kits. Does anyone have pictures of their truck with 315's or 35's on a 4-inch kit? Also, what are some things I need to prepare for and which brand do you feel offers the best...
  8. J Thomas

    ICM questions

    I have a 1992 K1500 5.7L, and I was reading on common problems trucks between 88-98 experince. I saw where "ICM" was mentioned several times. 1) What is it? 2) Where is it? 3) How hard is it to change? 4) How will I know when it doesn't work? Thanks in advance!
  9. J Thomas

    Help needed with replacement brake parts

    Hey everyone, I'm wanting to replace my calipers, drums and rotors. Is there one brand that's better than another? I've found: Delco, Bendix, Wagner and A1 Cardone. Any advice on which to buy and which to stay away from? Thanks!
  10. J Thomas

    Need Advice: Brake Caliber and Front CV Axle

    I'm needing to replace my front brake calibers and front CV axles. I went to O'Riley's and got a quote. The front calipers are $20 a piece, but their reman and the CV were $80 a piece. Will car part store parts work well or are their brands you'd recommend? Thanks in advance.
  11. J Thomas

    Wanting to replace my stock springs

    I'm wanting to replace my front and rear springs, any recommendations on who to use or where to buy? I have a 1992 K1500 I'm wanting to retain the stock look and feel. Thank you.
  12. J Thomas

    Bilstein 5100 Question

    Can you run Bilstein 5100 shocks on stock suspension without a lift or level?
  13. J Thomas

    Differential Fluid Change Question

    I have a 1992 K1500 and I'm not sure what fluid to change out with. I got a fluid spreadsheet from O'Riley's and it notes 80W90 for both differentials. In the note section, it lists the following numbers: 12345836 for the front and 12378261 for the rear. I can't find either. Can I use AC Delco...
  14. J Thomas

    Restoring GM Wheels, question..?

    Hey everyone, I'm trying to restore an older set of Z71 wheels. I have a set from a 97 that I've hit twice with Aircraft peeler. Now I'm about to start with wet sanding. I bought 320, 600, and 1200. My question is at what point to do reapply a coat of clear, how many coats should I do, what's a...
  15. J Thomas

    1992 K1500 General Question

    Hey everyone, I'm new to the site and this is my first post, so please bear with me. I bought a 1992 K1500 Silverado "Heavy Half". Single owner, 143k RCLB. I've preformed a basic tune up: Plugs, Wires, Oil, Fuel Filter, Disturber Cap and Rotoer Button. Is there anything else I may have missed...
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