Search results

  1. aleebee156

    1997 K1500 Worth throwing $ into...?

    Hey guys, sorry if this is in the wrong thread, feel free to move it if needed. I'm at a point where I need to either throw money into my truck and make it solid or buy something new. Im looking for input from ya'll since I've been racking my brain on what to do. Ill leave details on my truck...
  2. aleebee156

    Strater

    Question: Need a new starter, got one from napa, pulled the old one and its bigger aka direct drive, and the new part is smaller gear reduction. I put the new gear reduction in anyways. Bolts lined up, dimensions all checked out, i didn't need different length bolts they were perfect. Still not...
  3. aleebee156

    Front Wheel Bearing Replace

    OK, I need some help. I've got a front wheel bearing going out. Am I not able to punch out the races and pull the bearings and replace with new?? Do I have to replace the entire hub assembly?? I can't find the bearings and races for the front. Any help?? 1997 K1500 4x4 5.7L ext cab Silverado...
  4. aleebee156

    Rear output shaft seal leak

    Hey guys, See photos attached. I want to confirm what you all think this leak is from. Output shaft seal? Should I be looking to replace just the seal, or the seal and the slip yoke? Never broken into t-case and driveshaft work much so wanna confirm before i buy parts/start taking things apart...
  5. aleebee156

    1997 K1500 Wont Start

    Hey guys, disclaimer Im just headed out to try and diagnose the truck further. Truck always starts right up, today it won't start. See you tube video for sound. Battery is good, starter seems fine its getting good crank and power. Wondering if anyone can help me direct my diagnosis process. Are...
  6. aleebee156

    Concern for rust

    Hey guys, See attached pictures. Hood and roof are getting worse. I don't know much about rust/bodywork. From the looks of it does it look like something I should be concerned about? Im willing to strip the hood and roof down and lay down some fresh paint for the time being to keep the body...
  7. aleebee156

    Tranny fluid dipstick reading

    Hey guys, Drained the tranny fluid and replaced seal and filter (not a full flush, just dropped the plan), and trying to figure out if i have refilled the tranny properly and i'm having a hard time getting accurate readings. When i check the dipstick (truck in park and idling) when the truck is...
  8. aleebee156

    Positive camber on both sides

    Hey guys. Noticed uneven wear on the front tires (outside edge wearing excessively compared to inner side), visually looked like positive camber on both sides, got the truck aligned, turned out I was correct, alignment fixed positive camber issue. This was about 1 year ago. Now, the truck has...
  9. aleebee156

    Engine Temp and Heater

    Two separate things that may or may not be connected, im unsure but both symptoms appeared same time. 1- My engine temp gauge has been fluctuating. recently it has been low around 160F, but then will take about 3-4 seconds and move up to around 220F. Then will drop back down... its acting...
  10. aleebee156

    Center Console Vault

    Hey guys, Been searching lately for a center console vault/safe to hold valuables and a firearm. I am finding lots of options but nothing built specifically for our trucks, only for the newer trucks. I've got a 97 extended cab K1500 with bucket seats and a center console, 4wd on the floor. I...
  11. aleebee156

    Cargo Light

    Anyone know how the cargo light is wired on a 97 k1500 4x4? The cargo light for the bed of the truck, ash I'm sure you all know, only operates when the cab lights inside the truck are on. I want then two to be separate, meaning I want to be able to use the cargo light without having to have the...
  12. aleebee156

    What's this part?

    Ok bear with me here on this ok, don't be too hard on me ha. I have some tranny oil that's leaking from what appears to be the blue arrow location in the picture. I have minimal tranny knowledge. What is the part with the red arrow? Any help appreciated! (First time posting picture from my...
  13. aleebee156

    Front axle seal

    I got a leak up front on the passenger side at the axle seal. or what looks like its called the output shaft seal. In the link below I believe the part i need is #4, but there are two #4 options... one for "under 7500 GVW" and one for "Over 7500 GVW"... not sure which one i need...
  14. aleebee156

    8.5" 10 bolt rear diff rebuild

    This will be my first diff rebuild. trying to eliminate humming noise while cornering. I think its just the wheel bearings, but gonna do the carrier bearings while I'm at it. figure ill just get a diff rebuild kit and do the wheel bearings as well. I haven't found much on here for the diff...
  15. aleebee156

    Wheel size preference

    whats everyones wheel size preference? based on looks alone. I have 17's on the truck right now, they look good. but the wheels are old and ready to be replaced. Getting new tires this coming fall so looking to possibly do new wheels then as well. Was thinking of going down to a 15" wheel. thoughts?
  16. aleebee156

    Replacing hydraulic lifters

    Hey guys, I've got a lifter that is sticking, so gonna replace them. What else should I do while I'm in there?? any upgrades that won't break my bank??? Rocker arms? etc...? Let me know your thoughts! My truck: 97 K1500, 5.7L 350, Z71 4x4, stock. Its my daily driver. Also, does anyone have...
  17. aleebee156

    "CHEVROLET" tailgate trim piece

    Anyone know where I can find a new trim piece for my tailgate? The big one that goes from side to side that says Chevrolet. Haven't been very successful in my searches.
  18. aleebee156

    Is this gap normal? Pitman arm attachment to power steering

    Hey guys, found this while doing some other stuff under the truck. Is this gap between the pitman arm and the power steering normal? Do you guys have this same gap? Or do I need to take care of that?? I actually replaced this pitman arm myself about 2 years and 30,000 miles ago. But dang I can't...
  19. aleebee156

    Stock Trailer Hitch and Spare Tire Fit K1500

    Hey guys, Ive got a 97 K1500 4x4. It does not appear to have the stock trailer hitch, but Im unsure. The trailer hitch is only bolted on by 4 bolts and two of them are all wonky so thats why i believe its not the factory trailer hitch, it appears to have been swapped out. Or it was just...

Latest posts

Members online

Total: 1,113 (members: 30, guests: 1,083)

Forum statistics

Threads
64,242
Messages
1,389,558
Members
51,219
Latest member
1989Bowtie

Share this page

Top