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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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    Ball joints.

    Here you go, my account of the whole process. 1998 Tahoe Balljoint Replacement -- GMT400 Forum
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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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    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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    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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    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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    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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    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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    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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    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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    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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    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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    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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    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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    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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    Want to trade my truck for a manual! 1995 Silverado Ext Cab

    I haven't been here long, just checking out the or sale section and saw this... looks awfully familiar (I live just south of Fargo) http://fargo.craigslist.org/cto/4766503980.html Probably not what you are after, but had you considered just upgrading your current truck with a manual? GMC...
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    Another Newb from NoDak (Fargo)

    That white truck was/is the only named vehicle at my house. Long, long ago my wife named him "Wimpy" which I aleays thought was an interesting name for a 3/4t 4x4, but I'm smart enough not to argue over trivial matters. You can't see it very well in the picture, but the denting starts at the...
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    New from North Dakota

    I just finished posting up my into post.. I have a tendency to be "wordy" and I know how much guys like pictures. Another Newb from NoDak (Fargo) -- GMT400.com
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    Another Newb from NoDak (Fargo)

    I've been driving a GMT400 for quite a while now, my previous Daily Driver was an extremely stock 1994 GMC K2500 4x4 (light duty) ECSB SLT 5.7/4l60 Tow package Toyota Tundra Rims with stock sized tires and stock GMC center caps. (I don't like aluminum wheels) I loved the ride/handling on...
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    New from North Dakota

    Which part of ND are you in? I just joined and am in Fargo.
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    Custom fabrication designs

    I haven't seen it mentioned on here yet, but are any of these designs available for members? fee or free? I have access to a CNC plasma (DXF/DWG with cut path information on the CUT layer) I bought a cheap 1998 Tahoe recently and had been shopping around for custom bumpers. I'll be...

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