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  1. Tinbender59

    TPI swap 101 the easiest, cheapest swap out there

    Howdy people, I'm back with a fresh swap, "actually just getting ready to start it". Yes I know the LS swaps are the hottest thing going. BUT! they aren't my cup O tea. so save the hater remarks if you don't agree that is ok, just keep it to yourself please, I ain't got time nor patience fur...
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    TBI INJECTOR ISSUES

    as I look at the forum I see a lot of TBI "slobbering" issue posts. here is my 10 cents on the issue I havent ran a TBI in years but I do know one thing, when they came out there was no E10 or E anything fuel around these parts. the "E" fuels are exceedingly hard on rubber and seals in the...
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    ONLINE GM MANUALS

    I did not know where to post this but here it is http://fbdylvr.thruhere.net:9001/servlets/Home and Chiltons manuals here http://infotrac.galegroup.com/itweb/sava66375?db=CHLL&id=40539003520151 enjoy
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    look at what I found --- 4L60E trouble shooting guide STICKY??

    Common failures on 4L60E, problems any possible repair Problem Symptoms Possible repair Slow, slipping or no reverse “lo-reverse” clutches are worn out, fluid leak in the reverse apply circuit, or broken sunshell.. May also have worn boost valve. It is possible to remedy a fluid...
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    4L60E MOD advice

    I know there have been sveral threads on this subject but I would like to get a one stop shop method Here is the deal; installed an LT1 in the '97 K1500, and promptly took out 2nd gear, I have purchased a '99 60E w/ transfercase from behind a 5.3, 40K on the clock when the rig was twisted...
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    4L80E in place of 4L60E

    I know this has been hashed and rehashed, simplest is to get a 4X4 4L80 w/ transfercase, but the buggers want to much for one that I will rebuild any way. so!! I know that there is a output shaft that I can accuire that will fit into my 4L60 transfer case. ( can't seem to find it on the net...
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    do-it-yourself weathertight connections

    I spent all morning today working on under hood fan relays, and 4 high beam headlight conversion for my truck. thought I would let y'all know about a neat idea I had many years ago for a do-it-yourself weathertight connections. get your standard crimp connectors, and a cheap tube of sealler...
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    THE TRUTH ABOUT EGR'S

    This is long and complex so hang with me, I have to explain several theories before getting to how the EGR affects the engine Ok!! Here is the truth about EGR’s. Within the internal combustion gasoline engine there is a small problem, it is what I call “HEAT SOAK”. This Heat Soak will melt...
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    headers

    hay guys I purchased a set of these ( E-Bay item 130509548723) and I am using them on my 1997 K1500. they are pretty much the same as the correct year headers without the EGR provisions, which I do not need. just thought you all would like to know, and yes they came polished, and are SS.:smokin:
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    install a 4L80E instead of a 4L60E ??

    I am the type of guy that is always looking for the best upgrade with the least outlay of $$$, Here is a thread on LS1TECH.COM that I found when looking at the possibility of installing a 4L80E into one of my K1500's. It Is very Enlightening to say the least. get the strength of an 80 and the...
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    Installing an LT1 in a 1997 K1500 SBSS

    For those of you that don't know the history of this truck. I purchased it with a blown Vortec, I installed a TPI 327, had several drivability issues with the final being a failed water pump causing a total meltdown of a $2300 motor. Today I purchased a 1996 LT1 with 60k miles, and yes the motor...

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