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  1. RawbDidIt

    Camshaft position sensor

    Good evening, Had a problem I haven't had before, my truck stopped running while on the freeway last weekend. Running just fine, and then all power was lost, coasted to the shoulder and the thing wouldn't start. Couldn't sort it out roadside, so got a tow home and hooked up the scanner and...
  2. RawbDidIt

    383 Stroker advice

    So, I'm finally getting all of my ducks in a row for putting a 383 stroker in my truck. Being completely upfront here, I've never done this before, but what's the purpose of having multiple vehicles if I can't garage one for a few weeks to get a major upgrade done? Because I'm newb to engine...
  3. RawbDidIt

    Steering issue

    Hello everybody, I'm sorry if this has already been addressed, but I couldn't find my exact issue in any thread through my initial searches. My 1997 K1500 has always had somewhat sloppy steering, I attributed it to the rag joint, but it's gotten unbearable. Completely independent of the rag...
  4. RawbDidIt

    Power off with key on, normal on accessory

    So when I came out of work this evening found my truck working abnormally. With key in accessory everything worked as normal, I'm run or start everything lost power. Thinking it might be a fuse I looked at the 2 ignition fuses in the engine fuse box, everything checked out normal. After a few...
  5. RawbDidIt

    HVAC issue... maybe?

    Not sure if this is an issue, just seems like it ought to be. My AC compressor runs when the fresh air option is selected, even with A/C "off" on the control panel. Still blows hot air, but the compressor keeps engaging and disengaging like I'm running it. Now if I engage recirc, it doesn't...
  6. RawbDidIt

    Vortec 454 idling problem

    Good afternoon everybody. I thought I'd post this since I couldn't find it when I searched. Hopefully this helps somebody else. Note: you DO NOT need to remove the distributor cap to find, test, or replace the oil pressure sender. I did because it helped me to find it based on the description...
  7. RawbDidIt

    N-Fab step bars

    Watching my 5 ft. Tall wife try and hop into passenger seat of my 97 k1500 finally stopped being funny, so I ordered some step bars from N-Fab off of Amazon. Free shipping, and got here in 4 business days. Not too shabby. Installation was simple enough, a set of Jack stands, a sharpie, a 14mm...
  8. RawbDidIt

    still a dog...

    Alright, I'm at a loss as to what else could be causing my problem. I've replaced quite a few parts and it's been getting better, but still just not 100% yet. The problem is hesitation, and bogging under acceleration from a stop, particularly while cold. It gets better after warming up, but...
  9. RawbDidIt

    Low voltage disconnect

    With everybody doing custom electrical upgrades on these trucks, has anybody installed a low voltage cutoff for battery protection against accidental over discharge? Second time in a few weeks I left my lights on and drained my battery, an alarm would help, but a low voltage cut off would be the...
  10. RawbDidIt

    Battery suggestions

    So I have a battery from Advanced Auto Parts, it's the gold option, supposed to be pretty decent, but I'm not pleased. I've had other problems with the truck, most of which I've posted here, but I've sorted out a short in the stereo harness, a parasitic drain in the headlight switch harness...
  11. RawbDidIt

    New lights

    Replaced my headlights today, thought I'd share my experience. I was contemplating the 4 hi mod, HIDs, and LEDs. Still might go with the 4 hi mod, haven't fully decided yet, but I decided against HIDs because the change in color between high beams and low beams would bother me and I haven't seen...
  12. RawbDidIt

    "New rims"

    Just picked up some used wheels off of a newer Chevy 1500 Texas Edition. Does anybody have experience with these as far as tire fitment? It has 255/65/20 on there now (I think) and they rub on the frame, but only on hard turns. I'm thinking that 265/55/20 should fit, just looking for...
  13. RawbDidIt

    Fuel pump "fix"

    My truck has been on the weak side lately, especially prior to being warmed up, so I decided to do a little diagnosis of the problem. I'm posting this as a help for others who may experience the same issues. Symptoms: sluggish acceleration especially from a dead stop, uphill, or prior to...
  14. RawbDidIt

    OEM wheels from newer years

    I really like these wheels but wanted to know if anybody knows if they'll fit. They should because they're larger and have the same lug pattern but wanted to know if anybody has actually seen it on the GMT400 platform. Sent from my SM-G965U using Tapatalk
  15. RawbDidIt

    Timing adjustment

    My truck posts a code indicating the timing is off, gas mileage isn't great (about 10mpg) and throttle response is not as good as I expect. I know the procedure: unplug ECM timing sensor, plug timing light into spark plug wire #1, adjust distributor until timing mark lines up at 0 degrees, shut...
  16. RawbDidIt

    High output alternator

    I've seen some posts about this, never seen a complete write up with part numbers, so here goes. Been looking to do this upgrade for a while, as usual I was forced into it, had to make a couple of decisions in the interest of time. As a lot of you know and a few threads on this site will tell...
  17. RawbDidIt

    Parasitic drain

    I have a problem with my 97 K1500. It's pretty much in the title. I've narrowed down the drain to circuit 9 marked as "Park Lps" it's a 20A fuse. From what I can tell it's a brown wire that goes to all turn signals front and rear, and the marker lights on the front corners, as well as the...
  18. RawbDidIt

    Dash removal (electrical gremlin)

    So, my dash lights went out on my way home the other night. The fuse was blown. Changed the fuse and the new one blew too. Obviously I have a short. After looking through the electrical diagrams, I've narrowed it down to the gray wire behind the dash. Only problem is the problem must be behind...
  19. RawbDidIt

    New owner in North Texas

    Hello all, I may have jumped the gun a little, I've been active on a few other threads, even started one before formally introducing myself. My name is Rob (Get it? Rob Did It?) and I'm a first and a half owner of a GMT400. My introduction to these vehicles was about 15 years ago when my mom...
  20. RawbDidIt

    Audio recommendations

    Disclaimer: New to the forum, I apologize if these questions have already been answered. Your patience is appreciated. I ran across a 97 K1500 ECSB (3 door) for a really good deal. It was a few states away, so I had my parents pick it up and they're storing it at their shop for a few weeks...

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