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    95 454 Intake Fastener Torque Sequence Question

    Why are there two sets of sequences?Someone please explain.What am I missing?
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    Collapsed Lifters 95 GenV Big Block

    So,was hearing very noisy lifters,almost to a loud clatter.Removed the valve covers and was about to try to adjust them(I had already converted the rocker studs to adjustable type years ago)and with a mechanic friends help we found two collapsed lifters,bummer.My question is is it OK to replace...
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    Belt Tensioner Pulley Replacement Reversed Threads

    Not sure if this has been discussed here but the pulley can be replaced and there is no need to replace the entire tensioner assembly...BUT! the bolt that secures that pulley is LEFT HAND THREADS!!,ask how I know LOL. So...righty loosey,lefty tighty.This was on an old Dayco,I replaced it with a...
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    Suck Squeeze Bang Blow

    I totally comprehend how the 4 stroke works,the 2 stroke on the other hand is a puzzle to me.What does it do? Suck and squeeze on one stroke then bang blow on the next? I have the basic principle but it's still a mystery to me.I've worked on countless 4 strokes but 2 stroke not so much. Any...
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    Degree vs. Asterisk

    Been noticing when someone wants to type a degree value they use an asterisk...well there's an easy way to put a genuine ° there.Try this: hold down the ''Alt'' key and then hit 0176,once that's done let go of the Alt key and Bingo you have a ° there.Put that in the ''Barely Usefull" knowledge...
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    PCM Terms and Values ('95 Suburban 454,4L80E,4x4)Yours May Be Similar

    Thought this might help someone,explained a lot to me.(taken from ALLDATAdiy) Vehicle » Powertrain Management » Computers and Control Systems » Testing and Inspection » Scan Tool Testing and Procedures » Positions Positions This information will assist in emission or driveability...
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    Bought An Extech DC Amp Clamp

    Always wanted one,now I need to learn how to use it.It actually has some weight to it no doubt the magnet.
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    Parts Reciepts...how many you got?

    The oldest one I have is from '08 and I have probably close to a hundred,how 'bout you?
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    JEGS 69 pc. Screwdriver Set

    Got an e-mail advertising this set for $19.99 and since all my screwdrivers have seen better days thought I'd give 'em a try.They were delivered a while ago so I was anxious to open the box and what I spent my money on.To my surprise they appear to be well made,nice handles(fit my large hands...
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    Are SAS Suspensions This Bad?

    A friend recently bought a '96 Ford F250 4x4,ECSB.We took it to the hills to have a little fun with it.From the get-go we found the ride to be extremely harsh.We had to crawl to the point of almost killing the engine(granny low in 2wd.) so we wouldn't get slammed against the roof and our kidneys...
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    Nice '98 GMC K2500 RCLB

    Wish I had the $,want this truck!! http://palmsprings.craigslist.org/cto/5547144740.html
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    A Little Sunday Fun

    http://youtu.be/bVbuK2e1-94
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    Recent Off-Road Fun

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jsZv-Yp6j-c&list=UUQSPzeZUoz759lipNaGnf2g&index=1&feature=plcp
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    Had Some Fun In The Dirt (coupla vids)

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4_9A9qQ2pUY&list=UUQSPzeZUoz759lipNaGnf2g&index=2&feature=plcp
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    Did A Little De-badging

    Got tired of looking at the ragedy door bumper guards strips,so I got rid of 'em.Used a heat gun,3M's adhesive remover and a plastic razor blade.Then buffed it all out with some Mother's polishing compound and a buffing wheel on a cordless drill.I think it looks lots better... BTW,I put...
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    Site Logged Me Out,What Gives?

    I was typing a reply to a thread and went to PB looking for a pic and when it came time to post the reply I had been logged out.What's the time limit on ''no action''? I thought it would be more than a few minutes
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    SoCal Checking In

    Been wanting to join your forum for a while,finally pulled the trigger.I'm a member of a couple of other forums and thought I would join a forum which is all about what I drive('95 Suburban K2500)and wifey drives('99 GMC K1500).My Burb is modded somewhat,wifey's is pretty much stock except for a...

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