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    Owner of 2 squares! Also, a Suburban

    I just found out this is a sub-section on this forum, so I'll post my other vehicle builds! 1982 Chevrolet K10 Shortwide Silverado My buddy owned this originally, but he's got a lot on his plate. He sold it to me running and driving for $1000. Manual window, A/C (doesn't work, but has it)...
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    Duramax Swap Opinions

    I'm debating on swapping a Duramax into my '98 K3500 that currently has a 5.7L. I'm having electrical issues preventing the fuel pump from running, and I'm getting tired of putting money into an underwheling engine, anyway. I've always wanted diesel power in that truck. I think a 7000 pound...
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    GMT400 Owners also in the SUBIE GANG!

    In another thread, it has come to my attention that there's a few people who own GMT400 trucks and ALSO own Subarus, such as @Jerryred94silvy. Just for fun, I want everyone to type what GMT400 they have and then include a picture of their Subaru. I'll go first. I currently own a white 1998...
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    Has Anyone Installed an Aftermarket Fuel Gauge?

    Hey y'all I have a 1998 Chevrolet K3500 Silverado with the 5.7L V8/4L80e and a 34 gallon fuel tank. I have a problem. In 1998, Chevrolet went from using the 0-90 ohm resistance to the 40-250 ohm resistance to measure fuel tank level. Well, the previous owner replaced the fuel pump...
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    Change Trans Fluid or Not?

    Hey y'all, I have a 1998 Chevrolet K3500 Silverado CCLB with the 5.7L Vortec and 4L80e trans. My transmission has no issues and shifts perfectly, but it also has 268k on it and I don't know the maintenance history of it. The fluid is dark red, but doesn't smell burnt. In the almost 4 years and...
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    Post pics of your valvetrain setup!

    I'm wanting to put in a Comp Cams Xtreme Energy Cam in my truck, along with 1.5 full roller rockers, LS6 valve springs, and the matching Comp 787-16 retainers. I'm curious to see what it'll look like, so post pictures of what valvetrain upgrades y'all have done to your trucks! I'm looking for...
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    5.7L Towing Upgrades (yes, another thread)

    I have a 1998 Chevrolet K3500 CCLB with the 5.7L Vortec/4L80E/BW4401. My truck is a lot more truck than engine. The truck can support more trailer weight than the engine can pull, so I want to add upgrades to the engine to help it pull more. I'm wanting to pull my 2019 Impala Premier on a...
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    '93+ Boost Auto Parts Key Fob Retrofit!

    I'll start off by saying I am not paid to show this to y'all, I just really like the product. As y'all might or might not know, the best company to buy the K2XX body style tow mirrors from is Boost Auto Parts. Recently, they just came out with a key fob designed for the GMT400 trucks (93+...
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    Bellhousing Bolt Question

    I have a 1998 Chevrolet K3500 with the 5.7 Vortec/4L80e/BW4401. I'm trying to remove the engine and I can't get to the bellhousing bolts. What is the best way to get to the bolts, and what size are they? I can't get the bottom bellhousing part off because the exhaust is in the way. Would it be...
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    Engine Replacement Tips?

    Since Big O Tires cracked my engine where the starter mounts, I'm having to replace the block. I'm having to do this in a time crunch and I've never swapped an engine before. I've put on a lift kit, swapped out a transfer case, and a bunch of other repairs, but I never have changed an engine...
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    Vibration After Lift Kit?

    I installed a 6" Rough Country lift kit on my '98 K3500 and now I have a vibration from the front driveshaft. I know it's from the front driveshaft because I removed it and it drives smooth as butter. Did anyone have a vibration after installing a 6" Rough Country lift kit, and if so, what did...
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    Let's see those amplifier installs!

    One day when I save up the money, I'm thinking to do a full sound system install. I currently have new 4x6s on the C-pillar, 6.5s in the front doors, and a brand new Pioneer bluetooth/aux/cd deck, but it still doesn't sound as good as my STOCK '02 Impala with a factory amp, 2-6.5s and 2-6x9s...
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    Duramax Knuckle Swap?

    I watched a video about a Cummins swap and the guy mentioned a Duramax knuckle swap. I have never heard of this, but if doing so allows for the better brake rotor and bigger caliper design, I'm all ears for a how-to on how to do this. If anyone has any information, please tell me! Thanks in advance!
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    11.5 NBS Axle Swap?

    There are probably threads about this, but i can't find anything. How hard would it be to swap an 11.5" FF rear axle from a NBS truck into a '98 K3500? I already have a full float, and i can figure out brake pressure with a proportioning valve. Physically, how hard would it be to mount one in...
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    Driveshaft modification after 6 inch lift?

    I installed a 6" rough country lift on my K3500. Install was garbage since there were a few mistakes from their parts, but it rides as well as stock and still handles well, also. My only problem is the front driveshaft. I now have a vibration from the front driveshaft, and i know it's causing...
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    Cracked Starter Hole Fix?

    So my fuel pump and (new) starter just went out at the same time, or so I thought my starter went out. Turns out the outer bolt hole is cracked which causes the starter to move and not engage the flywheel. Is there any solution to repair it other than replace the block? I don't have the money or...
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    Fuel Pump Bad?

    A little backstory. Just yesterday I dropped my truck off for an alignment. Well I got a call saying "hey I think you mint have ran out of gas" which was impossible, I only had about 160 miles on that tank. So when I went to go pick it up, I called roadside assistance for some fuel and even...
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    Best Brake Pads

    Alright y'all, as y'all probably know, GMT400 heavy duty trucks go through brake pads more often than a typical truck. I now live in the mountains where the hills are insanely steep everywhere. I'm looking to replace my brake pads in November when I visit back home so I need some advice on what...
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    Tire Poll

    So I have about halfway worn out my Nitto Ridge Grapplers from the Colorado trails which means I gotta start saving up for a new set. I really liked the Nittos but I want to try other brands, you know, be a tire w**re. I have 3 options so far I've narrowed it down to based on what I like and the...
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    What Are Great 4L80e Upgrades?

    If I put a supercharger kit on my truck I want to upgrade the trans. While the 4L80e is a stout unit, mine has 258k on the original in a 7000 pound truck. Even just 50% more power puts me over the 440 lb-ft input limit is 4L80e is rated at. If I wanted to upgrade the transmission without...
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    5.7 Vortec Upgrade Options

    I know there are probably like 185356 threads on here about upgrades to the 5.7 vortec, but I'd like everyone to list options of upgrades. Money and a budget is not a big factor, but I'm not looking for a turbo, although I would love to. My goal is slightly more towing power while keeping my mpg...
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    Is there anyway to add speakers to the rear doors?

    I took the rear door panels off my '98 Chevy (Silverado package Crew cab) truck and noticed there aren't any speakers. I know there are 4x6s on rear c-pillar and I've replaced those already (pain in the A** by the way), but I wanna add speakers in the rear doors. Is there anyway to add speakers...
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    Help with a Seal

    So I have a leak on the passenger side of my truck. I've traced it to the seal that goes all the way around the top of the cab. It's the one that starts where the top of the fender meets the door and wraps all the way around the end of the top of the back door. Does anyone know where I can find...
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    Opinions on Seat Swap

    When I bought my truck, it came with the 60/40 split bench in the front. Unfortunately, the seats are extremely worn out. The driver's seat is reusable, but the passenger's side is not really salvageable anymore. I'm going the way of changing to bucket seats and a center console swap. The...
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    Best Timing Chain Set

    My 1998 truck has the 5.7L L31 Vortec engine with 255k on it, and I want to replace the timing chain. I know it has slack, and the timing cover leaks so why not change it while I'm replacing the cover? I'm not sure at all which timing set to get. I would get Rollmaster, but I don't need...

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