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  1. TwistedTahoe

    Backfiring, Bucking and stumbling

    I've got a 1995 Chevrolet Tahoe 5.7L 4wd 4l60e and it backfires at any rpm. I started with the basics; fueling, timing spark, and found everything was in spec. I'll put together a list of new parts and their brands if I can recall them(Don't get mad at me for throwing parts at it, I had these...
  2. BkY32

    Engine hydro locking from fuel.

    Alright before I start my truck was stripped kinda. I was away for a year on the other side of the USA. Good chance they could have took my fuel injection and put in their truck cause his was messed up and there was a used tube of gasket maker in the battery tray. I get my truck towed back I...
  3. red98

    Search function

    Anyone else have a near impossible time getting decent search results? Maybe I'm just bad at using it, but I do fine on Google advanced search, the function we have seems to not work entirely. I know theres a thread called "VIN DECODER" or something similar, but I can't seem to find it even...
  4. Gerry Little

    Shift Column Mechanism Problems (Repeatedly)

    Hello guys, I'm kind of new here so I'll do the best I can to explain my problem & hopefully someone will be able to pass me the knowledge I need to be able to fix this truck. So heres the deal, I own a 99' Chevy K1500 4x4 and I keep having problems with my shifter breaking off of the dash...
  5. J

    Transmission advice

    Hey this is my first forum but I have a 99 k1500 classic so it’s pretty much a 98. I just lifted it and but 35s on it I pull trailers here and there but I’d eventually like to start taking it mudding. My problem is my 3-4 clutches went out in the tranny like many other 4l60s, should I replace it...
  6. Gmt4000

    285 70r15s on 15x10s anybody running that set up

    ANmTHcM by Gmt4000 posted Dec 3, 2020 at 3:57 AM 285 70r15 on 15x10 on a B250 van I want to run that tire on my obs but i dont know how low i can go only on the rear Ps i dont mid rolling and cutting I have these i want to run on my truck Screenshot_20200907-102958_Gallery by Gmt4000 posted...
  7. D

    Radiator replacement oem vs aftermarket

    Hey all. I’m new here and this is my first post. I have to replace my radiator on my 97 Silverado fixer upper. I was wondering your thoughts on oem vs aftermarket. I’m trying to decide on getting a standard aftermarket from an auto parts store or going for the oem . I hate to spend the extra if...
  8. G

    What lowering kit?

    So about a year or two ago my grandpa passed, my dad got out of prison and did some less then ideal things to the truck before my grandmother got fed up and gave me the keys and the title. I love this truck. (1998 Chevy 3500 454 2wd DRW) I remember my grandpas dream with it but I need...
  9. Dravec

    Ok y'all, looking for ideas.

    As title states. Looking for ideas for my K2500 Burb. All input accepted. Current theoretical plans: Winch bumper (thinking Buckstop) Warn M12000 winch Roof rack with LEDs New center console (possibly Expedition/Excursion?) Some sort of storage box in the back 6.4 F-350 auxiliary switch bank CB...
  10. B

    New from Cullowhee,NC

    Found these forums when I blew head gaskets on my 95 k2500 last year. Officially making myself a member today because I’m completely stumped about wiring. upgrades: Jegs power performance long block. Jegs dual-plane intake manifold. Fi-Tech 450hp injected carburetor with upgraded fuel pump...
  11. Treyes

    Keyless entry question

    So my main question is when y'all wire these keyless entry systems did y’all run power straight from the battery or did y'all use a fuse Accessory adapter like I've been told and if you did what fuse did y'all use? The kit i bought is a generic ebay one no alarm that has a inline 15 fuse Truck...
  12. S

    obd1 issues

    hello all i am brand new to the gmt400 scene. i bought the truck and decided to do an engine swap. the new motor is a 355 sbc with a holley sniper efi system that is stand alone. i went with a th350 so i dont need to have the ecu trying to shift the truck and freaking out. i want to use the...
  13. DeputyPelican

    A/C Help...

    I'll preface this by stating I've got a 1997 Sierra with a fairly new (replaced approx. 2 years ago) a/c compressor, and I just checked the A/C refrigerant today and it was still within proper range. For the past three-to-four weeks my A/C has been blowing properly until I reach highway speeds...
  14. TheMattBe

    Hiccup / Shuddering - 2000 Tahoe Limited

    Hello all! 2000 Tahoe Limited, 110K miles. The vehicle is in excellent mechanical & physical shape, lived most of its life in Arizona, Texas, & SoCal (no rust). A few hundred miles after upgrading the fuel system to MFI, the vehicle began to exhibit a shuddering / hiccup symptom. In my best...
  15. Brantly

    Please help body lift removal issue

    1998 Chevy k1500 standard cab short bed. Im taking off the 3" body lift and i have taken all aftermarket brackets off and have lowered the cab body down but the front cab bushings have about a 1" gap until its touching the body. Its almost as if the body is catching or hung up somewhere near the...
  16. Treyes

    Side view mirror removal problem

    The screw that holds the side view mirror broke off and when i try to remove nut for a replacement it just spins and ive tried using everything to stop it from spinning but it wont i dont have a welder so thats out of the solutions any tips? When it spins it digs into the panel.
  17. Treyes

    Front bumper middle brackets bolt size needed

    Ordered the two middle brackets for my front bumper off ebay and they didn’t come with the bolts so i need someone to tell me the size of the bolts and what else i need to buy to install them
  18. Treyes

    Door sag

    Door is sagging gonna replace the pins and bushings but i have a question about the roller pins. Do i need them? The roller part is completely bent and ive seen people on youtube without them and the spring. All i care about is the sag because it wore out my latch and now i have to replace that...
  19. R

    '91 350 TBI cooling system weirdness

    Changed thermostat and hoses, trying to bleed the cooling system with a spill free funnel (already tried with just the rad cap off on ramps, same result). Anyone have an idea of what's going on?D have much experience bleeding cooling systems, not sure if this is normal. First video is idle with...
  20. Treyes

    350 or ls swap?

    Got a 1992 c1500 4.3 and i want to swap it but i don't know what would be better a 350 sbc or a 5.3 vortec the factors are im 17 so money is low but i should have enough for either but whats easier and more worth it for the mean time. Not looking for huge horsepower with later mods like cam
  21. A

    fuel tank vent valves dryrotted

    HELP me please are these vent valves removable or do i have no choice to attempt to seal them up i saw some after market one but they werent exactly the same so im not sure if i can use them. im leaking fuel like crazy when ever i fill up alot and i cant find any tanks in the local junk yards...
  22. Treyes

    How much coil to cut for 4” drop

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  23. KaidenP2

    4.3TBI to 5.7 Vortec

    Hi guys, I know this has been discussed a few times but here’s my scenario and findings: I have a tbi 4.3 in my truck (truck is a 95 c1500) . I had the opportunity to buy a vortec 350 which came with the computer and transmission. Anyway I’m aware I need to swap all of the wiring to do the swap...
  24. Treyes

    4.3 tbi v6 cam and lifter questions (1992)

    Got myself a 1992 4.3 tbi single cab as my first truck and it does its job, but as a highschooler i want it to be as fast and loud as it can be so im looking to buy a cam and anything else i can afford but i need yalls help figuring put what is best for the money so any recommendations im all...
  25. KaidenP2

    95 C1500 bench to 99 Suburban 60/40 power help

    Hi guys! I have a 95 c1500 rcsb with the manual bench seat (Absolutely sucks!) Anyway... I have a whole suburban here and I have all the bolts and what not lined up for it. It's 6 way I believe with no lumbar support driver side is 60 portion. My question is in terms of getting the power to...
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