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1998 Tahoe Balljoint Replacement

Exactly this. I apparently left out the ball joint nut wrench sizes.. My nuts were different between the old and the new. To remove the old one was a 1 1/16". To install and tighten the new one it was a 5/8". I used the box end of SAE wrenches. 32mm or 36mm is usually a size that is...
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- Post #8
- Mar 16, 2015
- Forum: Stock Suspension + Bolt On Kits
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Ball joints.

Here you go, my account of the whole process. 1998 Tahoe Balljoint Replacement -- GMT400 Forum
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- Post #16
- Feb 19, 2015
- Forum: Stock Suspension + Bolt On Kits
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1998 Tahoe Balljoint Replacement

I've seen a few questions about this, and I had to do mine anyhow.. so I put together this how-to. I used my old school t-bar lug wrench to losen the wheel nuts I supported the vehicle with jack stands under the frame and the hydraulic jack under the lower control arm. First I had to...
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- Feb 19, 2015
- Replies: 12
- Forum: Stock Suspension + Bolt On Kits
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98 'HOE Build

I was wondering what mine would look like if I debadged it.. Thanks for the preview! As soon as it gets warm around here I'll get to work on those bumper strips and fender trim. regarding the Aztek needles, can I assume those are from Pontiac Azteks? Was it a simple swap? Any online...
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- Post #21
- Feb 19, 2015
- Forum: Member Trucks
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1998 Tahoe 4dr LS Build

Its been a while, I haven't really done much, I changed the driver side exhaust donut, I tried to change the passenger side but the front exhaust stud nut is completely rounded off so I need to figure out how to get that out/broke so I can change it. And the 3 nuts that hold the downpipe (O2...
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- Post #4
- Feb 9, 2015
- Forum: Street Build Threads
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Rear brake drums to caliper upgrade

I don't know anything about the kits, but on another forum I am working on my own front disk brake conversion and it utilizes dimensions from an off the shelf/standard weld on type bracket. Measurements and initial prototypes Big Cheap Brake Conversion -- My Photobucket Collection of...
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- Post #4
- Dec 26, 2014
- Forum: 96+ Vortec Performance + Computer Swaps
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4dr Tahoe Leaf Spring Swap (anybody got links/pics?)

People make spring and shackle brackets all the time, if somebody has done this already, I'd love to skip to the end result. Its a tad cold here today, supposed to be up into the 30's for the next couple days. Hopefully this weekend I'll get under the 'hoe and mock up some ideas. For...
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- Post #6
- Dec 4, 2014
- Forum: Stock Suspension + Bolt On Kits
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4dr Tahoe Leaf Spring Swap (anybody got links/pics?)

Air ride would be optimal. But the trade off is complexity. And at this point I'm kind of leaning toward simplicity. Swap out the electronic shift transfer case for one with a lever. I will never use the 4 auto function of this case. Not to mention the buttons for using it are in a difficult...
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- Post #5
- Dec 3, 2014
- Forum: Stock Suspension + Bolt On Kits
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4dr Tahoe Leaf Spring Swap (anybody got links/pics?)

I don't need load capacity, sure it is a benefit of this. But I'd actually prefer a softer ride not firmer. Typically for a vehicle you want the softest spring rate possible to achieve desired ride height and the control body roll and jounce with correctly sized sway bars and valves shocks...
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- Post #3
- Dec 3, 2014
- Forum: Stock Suspension + Bolt On Kits
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4dr Tahoe Leaf Spring Swap (anybody got links/pics?)

This is my project so far, 1998 Tahoe 4dr LS Build -- GMT400.com Forum Tires are 265/70R17 (32" tall), they fit but if I ever hit a bump or rut they'd smash into my fender openings. My goal is minimal lift, once I get this done I'll determine the best route for the front. So, without...
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- Dec 3, 2014
- Replies: 5
- Forum: Stock Suspension + Bolt On Kits
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Post your other projects

I've got enough daily drivers and projects to choke a horse.. (and I also take care of 4 horses) In descending age order. Wife's Daily Driver 2012 Tahoe LT [no pic, that's weird] 2005 F250 CCLB 6.0 FX4/Lariat/Camper Package (with the 98 Tahoe -- its a two-fer) 1994 GMC 2500 ecsb 5.7...
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- Post #387
- Nov 26, 2014
- Forum: Member Trucks
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1998 Tahoe 4dr LS Build

Tires and Wheels.. $25 (plus valve stems and balancing) The tires and wheels that were on it when I bought it were mediocre at best. I shopped for new ones, I watched craigslist. and during this time, I decided that I really wanted to upgrade to 265/70R17 tires. I already own 2 other...
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- Post #3
- Nov 25, 2014
- Forum: Street Build Threads
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1998 Tahoe 4dr LS Build

Battery Cable End loose. Twice since I've owned this Tahoe, I have had a loose connection on the positive cable of the battery. On both occasions, the Tahoe wouldn't start and the positive cable bolt was too hot to hold onto. The first time I cleaned it with a wire brush and reassembled it...
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- Post #2
- Nov 25, 2014
- Forum: Street Build Threads
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1998 Tahoe 4dr LS Build

Could just as well be called the maintenance log... I recently picked up a 1998 Tahoe, I got it cheap for under a grand and drove it home (110 miles). So while *mostly* solid, it has issues. I'm running this thread mostly so I can keep track of my notes as I do work on it, I work in IT...
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- Nov 25, 2014
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Street Build Threads
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Another Newb from NoDak (Fargo)

Dad has an early 90's gmt400 rclb diesel 2500 that I plan on scouting for upgrades. 14b 9.25 Hydro boost Torsion crossmember and rods.
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- Post #6
- Nov 21, 2014
- Forum: Introduction