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    Power Ports

    One or more of my cigarette lighters/power ports on my tucks and vans have died. I want to install USB ports instead of the conventional lighter ports. Are there any of the (probably Chinese) USB power ports that seem to be reliable? Or should I just roll the dice and buy the ones offered on...
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    RockAuto Code

    Anybody have a RA code? Mine has expired and can't find one on the internet. Much appreciated if somebody has one!
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    Cap & Rotor

    Undoubtedly this has been discussed, but I want the latest scoop. What cap and rotor are you guys liking? After a few fails with aftermarket C&R's I have stuck with AC Delco or OEM for a long time. For those that recommend the all copper caps, what kind've of lifespan are you getting compared...
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    Starter Solenoid

    96 G1500, 5.0 How do you remove the plunger from the starter solenoid? This makes me fell stupid becuase I know I've done it before on my 96 K1500 and 02 G1500, but cannot for the life of me figure out how to get this one out.
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    Transfer Case Fluid

    So what is the forum consensus on the proper fluid for my 243C and 246 T-cases? Is it still conventional fluid or has there been any updates on other (synthetic) fluids?
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    P1345 code....

    96 K1500, 5.7, 4L60E 275K Two years ago I installed a Holley aluminum timing cover. It doesn't leak a drop. But.....apparently the cover was slightly out of spec and I got the P1345 code. Ultimately shimmed out the crank sensor with shims from EFI Connection and that stopped the code. In...
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    Side mirror mounting tape/backing

    I have to install new mirror glass to the backing plate that snaps on to the "socket" of the mirror housing on one of my cargo vans. Anybody have a recommendation of what brand and type of sticky tape similar to the factory stuff?
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    Headlight switch

    97 K1500 it's an early model year truck and almost identical to the 96 models. Low mileage. Chasing a small amp draw when the truck is off, about .2-.3 of an amp. When I pulled the 50 amp lighting fuse under the hood the draw went to zero. Plugged it back in and had a .2-.3 draw. Pulled the...
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    Why are my Lo Beams burning out?

    96 and 97 K1500's. The 97 has had the Painless Headlight and 4 hi kit for two years--no problem. Sylvania SilverStar Ultras in all four headlights. I put maybe 5k on the truck a year. My 96 has had the same kits, installed a little over a year ago, I installed it the same as the 97 with my...
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    Seat mechanism......

    I seem to always ask the hard questions, but I believe in miracles......... :oops: 96 and 97 K1500's ESCSB Two door, with 60/40 split front seats. Let's see if I can describe this without using my hands. The passenger seat slides forward with the lever on the side of the seat back. In the...
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    Have a (slight) grinding noise.....

    96 K1500 NP243C T-Case (push button) Front diff rebuilt less than 20k ago by a mechanic I trust (turned out nothing was wrong with it, I was chasing a gremlin) Timken hub bearing assemblies less than 20k ago. New CV axles less than 10k ago. Have a grinding noise at very slow speed (less than 5...
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    Seat Covers

    I'm looking for some decent, but affordable seat covers. Anybody have any experience or suggestions? These are 96 & 97 ECSB's with 60/40 split bench and fold down center console. Thanks!
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    Back Window...

    Does anybody have suggestions where I can source a back window for my 96 ECSB at a reasonable price? I'm leaning towards a stationary window rather than a slider, but haven't ruled out a new slider. I doubt many windows are made in the USA these days, but trying to avoid ChiCom manufacture.
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    Alternator question.....

    1996 K1500 5.7 w/105 amp alternator. After driving a while with the motor fully hot, especially now that it's a bit warmer outside, my volt meter gauge drops quite a bit below the 14v mark, getting close to the next large hashmark on the volt meter. It was doing this last night, and when I...
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    Calipers......

    1996 K1500 What calipers are you guys liking currently? Are the Power Stops anything special? Raybestos R-Line coated? Raybestos new uncoated? Or AC Delco new uncoated? I'm pretty sure I'm going with the Raybestos slotted rotors. Raybestos Element 3 pads? I'm hoping the Raybestos Element 3...
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    Tail gate cables

    Opened the tail gate today and one of the cables is busted. Knew there was something I wanted to do to the tail gate this fall before hunting season............. Anyway, what are the good ones? Ones to stay away from? Or are they all the same?
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    Big Three....

    Have any of you used a breaker in lieu of a fuse on the alternator to battery power wire when upgrading the wiring? Pros? Cons?
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    I seem to always ask the hard questions.....

    ...but I'm gonna try anyway. The plastic painted filler/valance that goes between the bumper and grill. I'm missing some of the little clips that the screws go into. The hole is square, and it's a rather complicated looking small clip. Other than robbing another GMT400, does anybody have a...
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    Plug Wire Loom

    I need the plastic plug wire loom/holder/retainer for the four wires coming out of each side the distributor. It is the 90 degree type that slides on to the metal bracket. I can find 2 and 3 wire ones, but not the 4 wire. Anybody have a part number or better yet a source?
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    Resonation.......

    96 K1500, 5.7 Installed a new exhaust on my truck. Walker OEM downpipes and cats, original mid pipe, Flowmaster Series 70 muffler with 2 inlets and single 3" outlet, with factory hangers and new Walker rubber isolaters. It's got lots of resonance. Sounds louder INSIDE the friggin' truck then...
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    Trip Odometer

    My trip odometer quit working and will not zero out, either. Has anybody had this happen? Before I pull the cluster, did anybody come up with a fix? 96 K1500.
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    CV Joint...

    So I'm installing new boots on my CV axles for my 96 K1500. When I pop the ball bearings out of the cages the outer cage comes out of the housing. My understanding is the outer cage is supposed to remain in the housing, isn't it? I've never had the outer cage come out before. Regardless, I...
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    Looking For a Tailpipe......

    A factory style tailpipe, but in 3" diameter. I've searched but haven't found one, was wondering if any of you guys would have a source or link to something like that. I'm looking for something that will come off my new single outlet muffler and exit in the general vicinity between the rear...
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    Which LED?

    96 and 97 K1500's. The brake light and tail light bulbs. Looking at the Philliips LED's and RA says red LEDS, but the lens is already red. Clear bulbs are what originally go in the there. I would think that white LEDS go in the brake light and tail light sockets? Or do the red work? Or do...
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    Wrap or Replace?

    The steering wheel that is. The leather on my 96 is starting to deteriorate. Looking at a Richmond leather cover for the wheel at $125, or buying a "refurbished" one from Summit for $180. Are there other companies out there making good wraps or new steering wheels for our trucks?
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