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  1. mackguy

    NBS Denali wheels and Fuzion tires

    Well the Suburban isn't a DD, just occasional use and possibly foul weather transport (though snow is somewhat rare here), so my basic thought was to avoid some expense get tires better than the well worn ones I have, and maybe get some wheels I liked. But if the Fuzions are useless in general...
  2. mackguy

    NBS Denali wheels and Fuzion tires

    I didn't see a wheel and tire section and this seemed like the closest one.. 2 unrelated questions. Our 99 K1500 Suburban is needing tires soon-ish. I got a quote of $608 for Firestone Destination A/T which is probably the route I'll go if I just do new tires. But I had kind of wanted to go...
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    Recommend me some brake components

    Just curious what brake components (brand/model) have worked well for all. Our 99 K1500 Suburban is due, I've been putting it off as it's not driven often. Mostly used for highway trips, but may end up with some RV duty. I was looking at the PowerStop Z36 kit, but I've always shied away from...
  4. mackguy

    Brake noise

    Rock Auto gives option of different front pads depending on rear drum of 10 or 11.. Oh well, just wonder what the 10" version fits. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    Brake noise

    Dumb question, but I'm looking up pads/shoes and I see different p/n for FRONT pads depending on REAR drum diameter. Does that make sense? Furthermore, how do I know which rear diameter I have? Bendix gives me a choice of 10" or 11" rear drum, O'Reilly shows 11" or 13".
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    Brake noise

    Planning to go on the lift this Saturday to find out what's going on for sure but wanted to get some ideas first. 99 K1500 Suburban First noticed a low grinding sound when coming to a stop. Have now noticed a constant metallic scraping sound at any speed with/without brake application...
  7. mackguy

    The Stupid Axle Questions Thread

    It's 4x4, yes would have to do the front eventually too (would just pull front driveshaft if I couldn't do it all at once). Well I was just looking at 3.73 since that was the only other factory option for the K1500, and I expect the towing duty to be rare. Another stupid question... I have...
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    The Stupid Axle Questions Thread

    I'm considering re-gear of our 99 Suburban to 3.73 from 3.42, as we might be getting a travel trailer and the extra towing oomph would be nice. Just looking on Craigslist it looks like I can get a whole rear axle for around what it would cost to re-gear the current axle, and while I suppose...
  9. mackguy

    Combined weight rating of K1500 Suburban

    I'm not sure what you mean by "little trucks" or what that spec sheet is supposed to indicate? K1500 Suburban is still based on a full size truck. If it's GVWR+tow rating that puts it at a 12,300 lb GCWR, but it's unusual to be loaded to gvwr and towing a trailer. Here's the list for 2016...
  10. mackguy

    Combined weight rating of K1500 Suburban

    Hi All, I'm having trouble with something. My FIL is considering purchasing a camping trailer, that he would let us use from time to time. He has a 2010 F-150 that apparently has a tow rating around 10,000lb (9800 or 11,300 depending on which rear end it has), but per our owner's manual with...
  11. mackguy

    Pitman/idler arm replacement

    Well I don't know if the steering box is a problem, just figured after 205k miles if I had to remove it to do pitman arm I'd rather go ahead and do a new box... Now if I can do pitman without removing steering box I'd try that first..
  12. mackguy

    Pitman/idler arm replacement

    Are the AC Delco Professional rebuilds any good?
  13. mackguy

    Canyon/Colorado Wheels?

    Boo oh well, there was a set here for $200. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  14. mackguy

    Canyon/Colorado Wheels?

    Just wondering if 6 lug Canyon/Colorado wheels work for a 6 lug GMT400? http://www.ebay.com/itm/SET-OF-4-OEM-2015-2016-GMC-CANYON-18-WHEELS-RIMS-22901344-/191808494420 These seem to be plentiful and relatively cheap. Pondering going to 18" wheels as a good point to get a little better road...
  15. mackguy

    Pitman/idler arm replacement

    They responded.. $296 + Shipping + $150 Core..
  16. mackguy

    Pitman/idler arm replacement

    Thanks, I thought MOOG was decent, and not even the most expensive. I tend to avoid anything in RockAuto "economy" category.
  17. mackguy

    Rear pillar moulding Tahoe/Yukon/Burb

    are they just dusty, or need repainted? No cracks? Shipping to 27295?
  18. mackguy

    Pitman/idler arm replacement

    How much did the Redhead cost you? I've e-mailed them but didn't see GMT400 listed on their site.
  19. mackguy

    Gas pedal placement and weight

    One of the few things that annoys me with driving our Suburban is that the brake pedal and gas pedal seem to be in different time zones.. I sit where I have to stretch really far to floor the gas, and cramp my leg trying to get my foot on the brake. Also, compounding the gas pedal distance...
  20. mackguy

    doors rattle when hitting bumps in road.

    Hopefully this thread isn't too old to revive.. I have a rattling drivers door, and there does seem to be a little play in the pins. What's the best source for a pin kit, and what tools do I need? I see this mentioned all the time in the 'what did you do today" thread, but don't really see a...
  21. mackguy

    Pitman/idler arm replacement

    Thanks.. If I have to pull the box anyway, would it be prudent to go ahead and replace the steering box, or is it better to leave it alone until it causes its own problems? I do have a little "wander" in steering, but originally chalked it up to just being an old truck (it's much less wander...
  22. mackguy

    P0446 evap sys

    Thanks! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  23. mackguy

    Pitman/idler arm replacement

    Had the 'burban in to Firestone a few days ago and asked for an alignment check. They said there was too much play in idler and pitman arms to do an alignment. I haven't noticed unusual sloppiness in steering but would like to take care of it eventually. Couldn't find anything on here about...
  24. mackguy

    P0446 evap sys

    Where can I find the part to replace? The old thread mentioned something that was $180, but no pn Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  25. mackguy

    P0446 evap sys

    I get an occasional P0446 code that shows evap emissions system. I can clear it and it will stay off for several hundred miles usually. I read a thread from 2010 with a method for cleaning the vent. Just want to clarify best strategy for chasing this down. 99 5.7 Suburban.. Sent from my...

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