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Front Differential Issues

Howdy All, I have been chasing a problem for a while now with my 96 4.3 Manual k1500. Around 45 mph I start hearing an intermittent grinding noise from the front end that has a grind about twice every second. the grind increases with speed, slows down with breaks, and does not matter what gear...
- Waldo
- Thread
- Sep 11, 2023
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Axles + Brakes
96 regular cab one piece bench seat brackets

Howdy, Over the past two years, I have been rebuilding my grandpa's old 96 GMC sierra sportside and finally have it driving around safely. Now that I have finally been able to enjoy the thing, I am able to start messing with the nitty gritty parts of it. One thing that has been bugging me since...
- Waldo
- Thread
- Feb 27, 2023
- Replies: 3
- Forum: OEM and Custom Interiors
Loose Steering after full rebuild

Howdy, I recently did a full rebuild of my front steering components (including xj steering upgrade, new box, new tie rods, new pitman arm, new idler arm with bracket, new upper and lower control arms with new bushings), and by the wrath of satin himself, i still have quite a bit of play. I got...
- Waldo
- Thread
- Oct 27, 2022
- Replies: 14
- Forum: Lowered and Bagged Suspension
Frame Swap

Howdy all, I have obtained a manual transmission 96 gmc k1500 stepside 4x4 that is in desperate need of a new frame. I am a newbie when it comes to repairing, let alone rebuilding vehicles, so I am still learning. I need some advice on the steps I'd go about to go from a fully built truck in one...
- Waldo
- Thread
- Mar 23, 2022
- frame newbie rebuild rusty
- Replies: 19
- Forum: Street Chat / Timeslips