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  1. Gearheadmike

    Junk Yard Electric Fans For 34'' Rad?

    So i put a new 34" rad in my truck when i installed new engine i want to remove the clutch fan and shroud to clean it up a bit. The truck is a 96 reg cab step side 2wd. I see the flex a lite kits for like $400+ but i'm not spending that much haha. Did anyone ever use a junk yard fan setup that...
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    96 Step Side Roll Pan Good Places?????

    So i'm looking for a roll pan for my 96 step side and i see ones on lmc and ebay but kinda would like a nice fitment one? I know they all kinda need tweaking but id like to start with a good one. It won't be getting molded to the bed and it needs to have a access hole for a hidden hitch.
  3. Gearheadmike

    Stepside Bed Side Panel Removal?

    So anyone know of a video or detailed description of removing the bed sides on a stepside box? Any tips on it? Going to be removing them for body work and painting.
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    Engine Suffix Codes??

    So my buddys got a 350 on the stand and looking to get a little more info on it using the suffix code on the front pad. I'm having a hard time finding it online tho. The last 3 letters of the suffix are ULH i know it's a tbi 350 4 bolt. Anyone have a source or book that has the ulh suffix in...
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    Vortec Fuel Pressure Gauge Question

    Has anyone installed a fuel pressure gauge on the vortec engine's under the hood using the test port? If so what fittings are needed?
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    Heating Issue Vortec

    1996 c1500 Has new jegs chevrolet performance vortec engine 400 miles on engine. Everything in the cooling system is NEW! It was running warm up to 200-215 that's when i re went and bought again new 16 lb rad cap/ fan clutch/ 180* t-stat ( ecu is tuned for 180*). Still was heating up to...
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    Vortec V8 Distributor

    Can the dist in a vortec v8 5.0-5.7 be set in off 1 tooth and still run or will it instantly throw a cel?
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    Scanner Tool To Set The Timing????

    So i know you need a scan tool that reads live data and the cam position and the vortec need to be set at 0*tdc - 2*tdc. Now i hate to take my truck to the dealer to set this i was wondering if anyone knew if anyone sold a scanner that reads the cmp? That isn't going to brake the bank lol...
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    Code and Scanner/Fuel Injector Question

    Got my 96 gmc seirra C1500 5.7 vortec it's got a new engine in it fuel pump/new MPFI injector upgrade from the org poppets. New aluminum body dist. Cap/rotor/plugs/wires/etc. I got a cel on the other day and it was P0307 Cyl 7 misfire so i erased code didn't come back on when i moved truck...
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    SS 454 Fog Light Question

    So i want to put the SS454 style bumper valance and fog lights on my sierra and i found a ss valance for $40 new but does anyone know where i can get the fog lights and how do they mount on these style trucks? Pic would be awesome! Thanks
  11. Gearheadmike

    Long Tube Dual Exhaust?

    Ok i got a 96 C1500 swb i put a set of long tubes on got 02 bungs welded in and that. I'm now trying to figure out how to get the pipe from driver side over to the pass for the dual exhaust. I wan't true not a single in and dual out muffler. I already have a 2.5 mandrel bent tail pipe exhaust...
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    C1500 10 Bolt 8.5 Posi Question

    My 96 has the 10 bolt rear 3/42 gears with 8.5 ring (pretty sure) i see somewhere about 71-81 trans am's having a limited slip set up factory on most? And that this would be a cheap swap? I never really messed with rear ends lol there is a guy around the corner a few miles has a buick road...
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    What To Prep Floors With?

    Got my std cab gmc and had pulled all the old carpet and that out it was junk. My floors are great no rust/rot but has some scratches and that. I'm putting new heat/sound deadening and new vinyl floor. I'm just thinking of something i can put down to further protect floor pans? Few people say...
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    Short Box Question?

    I got a 96 step side i know the box sides can be unbolted. Can or has anyone ever bought a fleet side replacement panel and bolted/welded it on to make a 6ft fleet side from a existing step side? I would like a 6ft fleet side on my truck but finding one around me not rotted is near impossible.
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    Header Y-Pipes??

    So i put the patriot long tube headers on my 96 C1500 5spd and i just bought a duel tail pipe system but now im looking to go from headers to there. Is there any places that sell a header back that cuts over to the pass side frame rail.? Stupid local muffler shops won't touch it do to no cats...
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    TUNE PCM For Less.Net Anyone Have One?

    I'm looking to have my 96 1500 tuned need the cat/egr/ rear o2's deleted and running cai and long tube headers. Have a 5 speed so not worried about trans tuning. My question is does anyone here have a tune done by PCM For Less and how do you like it and whats your review of them?
  17. Gearheadmike

    Clutch Bleeding Stupid Question?

    I got the nv 3500 with internal slave i know a lot of people just gravity bleed them but the bleeder is recessed in and looks as if the fluid will run down the inside of trans and wouldn't that get on the clutch?
  18. Gearheadmike

    Power Steering Pump Damn Damn Damn

    So i went and bought a new power steering pump for my truck (napa) and it was defective chirping noise they swapped it and the second has a faulty top where cap go's. (Both reman pumps) I hear Auto zone and advance auto pumps are junk (reman also) Anyone know a good place to get one thats...
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    Who Does Computer Tunes And What Can I Get Rid Of?

    I got a 96 gmc step side i'm building it is a 5spd 2wd originally had the 305 but i replaced with a 350 vortec. So can i have the 305 ecu tuned or will i have to get a 350? And Who does the tunes? Also i already put a egr delete plate on and have a set of long pre vortec headers that i just...
  20. Gearheadmike

    Need Help On My Wiring Harness

    OK so i'm putting my engine bay harness in and i got a lot of placed where it should go but still some i can't remember. The Engine is currently out of it at this time also. Does anyone have or know where i can find a wiring harness diagram with labels as to which plug go's where? It's a 96...
  21. Gearheadmike

    Stupid Parking Brake Cables

    ok so i put all new brakes on rear of truck along with all new parking brake cables and now putting back together it seems the part that attaches the passenger and driver side cables together is catching on the cab mount? Its a 2wd short bed.
  22. Gearheadmike

    Looking To Buy A Clutch Set Need Some Input

    I'm looking to buy a clutch set for my truck need throw out bearing too. When did these get so expensive? I found a exedy at rock auto for 236 with the bearing. Just seeing what input you's have and what your running. http://www.rockauto.com/en/moreinfo.php?pk=2393138&cc=1144202&jsn=475
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    Rust Preventative What Has Everyone Used?

    So i got my 96 sierra stripped to frame and plan on having it blasted. But not to sure what to coat it with afterwards with. Also looking to coat the under side of cab and box with. I dont wanna use undercoat i want something lasting and strong.
  24. Gearheadmike

    Firewall Bulk Head Wiring Need Help

    Ok so i have a 96 gmc sierra and im stripping down to get frame blasted im stuck at the wiring at the firewall. Im used to the pre 96 with the 2 different harnesses one on pass side and one driver this looks like the pass is tied into the driver side harness? Also does the connector still...
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