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    Borgeson Steering Box?

    I’m looking into replacing my steering box and want to know what y’all are running? I’m looking at the Borgeson box but am also open to the Redhead, Bluetooth and other reputable companies. I’m wondering how these boxes hold up compared to a junky reman and what y’all would recommend. For the...
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    Misfire diagnosis

    I’m troubleshooting a misfire on my 97 C1500 with the 350 Vortec 227K miles. I’ve got O2 sensor codes and a generic misfire code. I’m not wanting to throw parts at it but think it’s injector related but also running lean due to the fuel trim readings. Does anyone have any input to make sure I’m...
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    4L60E Recommendations

    Well it’s time to replace my transmission before it craps out on me. It’s grinding/dragging in 1st and rattling starting at 35 mph. It’s got a 120K miles on it so I’d say it’s due. I was wondering what y’all recommend. I don’t really want to fool with a 4L80 swap. Do y’all have any...
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    Thermostat Opening Late?

    I’m new to the TBI motors as my other 400 is a Vortec. I don’t think it’s normal but want to verify in case it is. The temp gauge on my truck from a cold start will climb to 210 before the thermostat opens. The stat is rated for 195. 210 isn’t overly hot but I think there could be a faulty...
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    Behind Seat AR Rack

    Has anyone ever made or have a behind the seat rack to hold a rifle? I’m not talking about the kind that sits in the back glass. I have a single cab short bed with enough room behind the 60/40 for my spare AR-15.
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    2 Water Pumps in 1 month?

    I’ve gotten fed up with replacing water pumps on my 95’s 305. Apparently this thing goes through them more than gas. I’ve put on an Advance Auto pump on and then finally a NAPA two weeks ago. They both are leaking from the back side on that cover plate NOT where it bolts to the block. Any ideas...
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    Milkshake Under Truck

    I moved my 97 for the first time in a week and when I backed up, I saw this milky spot on top of my oil spot on the driveway. I can’t see it being a head gasket as the coolant is clean and full both in the rad and overflow. Oil cap and dipstick are clean. I also don’t have an oil cooler running...
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    305 Questions

    I’m looking at buying a 95 extended cab short bed with a 305 and NV3500 for $1300 My main concern is power with the 305. I’m used to the 350 Vortec in my 97. What are your opinions?
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    85 Prelude Resurrection Project

    454cid mentioned starting a build thread for my 1985 Honda Prelude. Here it is: This is my $800 Honda Prelude project. It is the base model and is equipped with the 1.8L 12 valve A18 with twin Keihin carburetors and an automatic transmission. I purchased it in non running condition and towed...
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    4L60E Question

    I’m sure this has been addressed many times already but I am having a hard shift from 1-2 gear. My first thought is the accumulator. If I get on the gas, it smoothes out but it gets to be a really hard shift otherwise. Sometimes it’s intermittent. No CEL is on the cluster to read codes. I have a...
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    Suspension Upgrades

    I’ve got a 97 C1500 and I’m wondering what are some upgrades I can do to stiffen the ride up and tighten the steering on my 400? It seems very loose and mushy especially from the rear as far as suspension goes. Even with a new front end with AC Delco Professional and Moog minus a gearbox, my...
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    Lifter tick issue

    I’ve got a 97 C1500 with the 350. On cold mornings, it had a passenger side tick. When driving it for a few minutes it goes away as it warms up but before it sounds like a diesel sometimes. I’ve heard to try adding Marvel Mystery Oil to the crankcase before an oil change and that hasn’t helped...
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    Door panel

    Anyone interested in a passenger side door panel to 95-98 interior style in blue? Silverado model with power locks and windows
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    1975 Dodge

    A while back, I picked up this 75 D300 to convert into a flatbed. I can’t believe I bought a Dodge being a GM guy...It’s currently got its stock 318 and NP435. I got it from the original owner who extended the frame 5 or so feet. It’s got a 14 foot bed! It was sitting for the past five years and...
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    Brake Issue

    So I rebuilt my master cylinder with a Raybestos rebuild kit and got no fluid out of the front hole on the bench bleed. This left me stranded for a few days. Then I get a new master cylinder, bench bleed it, and bleed my brakes in the dark. I keep getting air out of my right rear bleeder. It...
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    1994 Passport 4x4

    This is a little different from my GMT-400. Does anyone have experience with these or ideas?
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    Spare Engine

    My 350 Vortec out of my 97 has 218,000 on the odometer. I’m not really consuming much oil yet and there’s not ticks or knocks. Not even leaks. I’m just wondering if it would be wise to go ahead and pull another Vortec out of another truck to rebuild when mine goes out. I put about 13K miles a...
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    Moonie Gauge Value?

    I came across a set of moonie gauges and I’m wondering what I should price them at if I were to sell them. I have a 97 so there are really no use to me but I couldn’t help but grab it.
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    Where to find paint?

    Does anyone have any recommendations on where to get paint by the quart? I’m needing factory codes so they match up the rest of the panels. I can find the Duplicolor rattle cans but I’d like to do a better job with my sprayer. Thanks!
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    Good deal or pass?

    I’m not sure if this is the right place or not to post this. I have come across a 98 GMC C1500 WT. It has a 4.3 with 300,000 miles and a rebuilt 4L60E. The asking price is $500. I think this is a good deal but I want some second opinions. There’s no rust except for surface rust on the frame. It...
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    Unusual Rear Tire Wear

    Is there any way on these trucks that the rear end can be out of alignment? I have Cooper Cobra Radials with 6000 miles on them and the rear tread is nearly gone on the outside. A year ago the truck was in a wreck and the frame was bent but it was straightened out by a reputable garage. Attached...
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    Rear Exterior Light Issue

    Hello, I hope this is in the right section as this is my first thread. I am having weird issues with my taillights on my 1997 C1500 and have no idea where to go next. I’ve checked all fuses under the hood and by the dash. I have not checked the relays nor do I know how to. I originally thought...

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