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    recommendation on Remanufactured engine 1998 5.7 vortec

    1998 k1500 5 speed manual 5.7 vortec Blown rods. engine completely out of commission. I am no interested in rebuilding at this time. I will be doing the engine swap in October. Shopping for remanufactured engines now. need some good recommendations on past experience, not hear say. this site...
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    2023 average cost reupholster seats - 2000 z71 tahoe

    No, but it is a negotiating tool.
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    Seat Shop Reviews

    I am about to order seat covers for my 2000 tahoe z71 (OBS). any reviews or alternatives. I like that that they have youtube videos on install and are made in USA. And does anyone have recommendation on the 2nd row covers ? The Seat Shop and others don't stock the 2nd row.
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    95 w/t 4.3l manual transmission -does 95 year only apply

    thank you. yes, i wasn't sure if the 95 quirkiness applied to manual transmissions like it does with autosmatics.
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    2023 average cost reupholster seats - 2000 z71 tahoe

    nope, i want an estimate on upholstery to negotiate the price of the vehicle that needs the work done.
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    95 w/t 4.3l manual transmission -does 95 year only apply

    so you guys are say that 4.3l manaul transmission wiring harness from 93-94 and 96-up are different from a 95 4.3l manual tranny? Manual transmissions(matched with a 4.3l) from 95 are a stand alone breed that can not be a straight forward swap?
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    2023 average cost reupholster seats - 2000 z71 tahoe

    looking for a ball park estimate to use for negotiations of a possible purchase. front and rear seat need reupholster
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    95 w/t 4.3l manual transmission -does 95 year only apply

    for 95 automatics, the wiring harness is different from 93-94 and 96-up. is the wiring harness different for 95 manual 5 speed from 93-94 and 96-up?
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    95 w/t 4.3l manual transmission -does 95 year only apply

    i know these 95 years are one off in interior(mainly dash), engine bay component layout, and one year only automatic transmission. Does this apply to 95 that came with manual transmission? I know the interior will be the same other than a shifter. i avoid 95 trucks with automatics and wondering...
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    Steering box - pitman shaft leak -replace seal while in k1500 truck?

    Was the gear box still installed on the 4x4 k1500 truck when u did it?
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    Steering box - pitman shaft leak -replace seal while in k1500 truck?

    Just curious, what jobs/vehicles do you use this tool on that requires u to use the tool and keep the gear box installed?
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    4l60 vs 4l60e fuel economy?

    Looking at a 92 suburban. Just curious if I should hold out for a 93 or newer. Curious how much fuel difference and the benefits of the transmission being electronically controlled.
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    Steering box - pitman shaft leak -replace seal while in k1500 truck?

    thanks. i'm planning on removing it. i just need to make sure i have all i need. thanks for sharing your experience.
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    Steering box - pitman shaft leak -replace seal while in k1500 truck?

    wow, the price of that tool is crazy. for that amount, i would pay someone to do the job. thanks for the reply. I'll just need to plan my schedule out for this job.
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    Steering box - pitman shaft leak -replace seal while in k1500 truck?

    98 k1500 silverado. any one successfully replaced the pitman shaft seal that is on the bottom of steering gear box while the box was still installed on the truck? I know i can pop the seal out while still installed but not sure about the room needed for tools(hammer/socket spacer/ratchet) to...
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    Roof Rack

    can we get a front/back picture of your truck?
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    Sub/Hoe Stock-modded(shortend) Luggage Rack on Extended cab truck

    Chips98z71 used a shortened stock luggage rack with stock bolts and Napa well nuts. https://www.gmt400.com/threads/pics-of-obs-with-roof-rack.24480/ Would the well nuts be able to handle two kayaks(12ft, 16ft) either on J-racks or upside down laying on bow/cross bar for a few hour high way...
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    Suggestions on new Distributor Brand/vendor?

    yup, fired up this morning with a new cap and rotor. my distro is the plastic model, i'm thinking of replacing the whole assembly since there are aluminum upgrades. then i'll do the mod you suggest on the original distributor and keep it as a spare, also keep the new rotor and cap i got...
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    Suggestions on new Distributor Brand/vendor?

    looks like i should have been here a long time ago. member of 67-72chevytruck and fullsizechevy(rip) back in the day. liking this forum... 98 k1500 5.7 5 speed, 210k miles Today truck won't start. When it was running, hesitation, slight bucking when at 1800-2400rpm. No hesitation, no bucking at...
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    Heater Hose Quick Disconnect to Barbed Fitting and Hose Clamp Swap/Fix

    i convert to barb fittings on any gmt400 i own or work on. if you are still driving with the original, i highly recommend replacing on your time before it decides on it's own to need to be replaced. your choice on what you decide to replace with. i like how the barb and hose conversion is very...
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    OBS Chevy/GMC on NBS Wheels

    How did you get your front end to sit so high? That 2nd pic is awesome.
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    OBS Chevy/GMC on NBS Wheels

    Here are my two current obs with new stock rims.
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    OBS Chevy/GMC on NBS Wheels

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    OBS Chevy/GMC on NBS Wheels

    Anybody running stock 17" 8 hole steel?
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