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    2500 leafs on my 5/7 drop 1500?

    Hey guys, I’ve been getting my 95 c1500 ready for autocross and just regular street driving. The front suspension is nice and stiff with the drop springs I’m using but the back end is really soft. I bottom out a lot and the truck tends to under steer pretty bad. I added a factory rear sway bar...
  2. southsidesmoka

    Howdy All

    Howdy and hello from Columbia, SC! I am the proud owner of a 1999 Chevrolet C1500 Suburban LS - I call it The Bus (pictured below). She's got approximately 319,500 miles on her original engine. I am her fourth owner. I've had to have the timing chain replaced and a new fuel pump installed...
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    Ticking noise in gear at idle

    Hi everyone. Wondering if anyone has experience that could help me figure something out that's bugging me. I have a 97 Sierra 1500 with the 4.3 / Automatic transmission. When the engine is hot and I am in drive, foot on the brake and idling, I hear a ticking noise as shown in this video: Video...
  4. twotonetruck

    1995 GMC C1500

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    Wiring issue with Dakota digital cluster

    I have this dash cluster that I bought and I’m having issues finding the wiring diagram for the dash cluster for my truck so I can install this one. I have a 20 pin pigtail on my truck and need advice with doing this swap. There is multiple of the same colors and just need help getting a wiring...
    • cox41104
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    • 350 700r4 c1500 cluster swap digital cluster need diagram need help
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: The Garage
  6. mint88

    1988 C1500 5.7

    She has been my baby. I'm only 19, so I still have quite a bit to learn. This truck was a college gift from my grandparents, and it has probably been one of the greatest things in my life. This truck has had quite a few interesting experiences. Anywhere from mid-highway control arm swap, all the...
    • mint88
    • Thread
    • 1988 1988 c1500 lwb 2wd 5.7l 350 5.7 c1500 tbi
    • Replies: 11
    • Forum: Member Trucks
  7. BappleApple

    1990 C1500 700R4 to TH400 Swap (need help & experienced advice)

    Hey Guys! Been a while, but you ain't got rid of me yet ;) So my bestfriend & I are building his 1990 Chevy C1500 (Single Cab, LWB) that he bought as a roller. Truck originally had a 305ci & 700R4 from the factory (700R4/4L60 in 1990, call it whatever you want but still just a 700R4) We put a...
  8. Treyes

    Power window / power lock switch need help with pins

    I bought the power window and locks for a 88-94 but have no idea what the pins are for and which control what. If you could help me out that’d be appreciated.
    • Treyes
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    • 88-94 c1500 need help power door lock power windows wiring wiring diagram
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Audio + Electronics
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    92 c2500 reg cab new seat ??

    Hi I’m looking to swap out the old bench seat in my 1992 reg cab c2500 What would be the best bet Ive seen people do new Silverado interior or seats from a king ranch Any helpful advice would be appreciated thanks
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    Chevy gmt400 alarm

    Anyone install a alarm in there gmt400? I have a 1992 and looking to install a alarm what’s a good quality alarm and how to install it?
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    Where to find a radiator 6.5 diesel 1992

    Hi guys I’m looking for a radiator for a 6.5 diesel but for a 1992 and I can’t find one anywhere on diesel site it shows 1994 and up and I need one for a 1992
  12. McSweeney

    Engine oil

    Ok this one is pretty simple fellas, so my truck has 202k on the clock, and runs great. But i do worry about the motor so ive used 10w30 synthetic for a while. My boss used that in his 350 so he said it would be good in mine. My question is, for the summer should i use something thicker like...
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    Need some wheel/tire help

    This is my 89. Stock height, 15x10 with 295/50/r15 all the way around. Looking to fill up the wheel well a get rid of the lip a bit (as much as I love it). I'd like to keep the wheels I have here but am curious what size tire will work best on 15x10 to fill in the well. No clue on the backspace...
  14. 1994chevycheyenne

    Chevrolet c1500 Radiator Drain Plug Replacement

    In this video, we're going to be replacing the radiator drain plug on my 1994 Chevrolet c1500. For what it’s worth I have the 4.3L V6, but this part also works on the V8 model OBS trucks.
  15. 1994chevycheyenne

    Using BlueDevil Radiator and Block Sealer to Fix Coolant Leak in my 1994 Chevy C1500

    In this video I use the BlueDevil Pour-N-Go Radiator and Block Sealer that I purchased from AutoZone on my 1994 Chevy C1500 with the 4.3L V6 to see if I can fix a coolant leak.
    • 1994chevycheyenne
    • Thread
    • 1994 c1500 1994 chevy cheyenne c1500 bluedevil c1500 coolant leak radiator radiator leak
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Member Trucks
  16. Jordan Eckert

    The overdone question of lifting a 2wd

    I have a 2000 ccsb c2500 and was looking at doing a spindle lift with 2” spacer and 3”. Body lift just looking to see if it’s doable. Already looking at the upper control arms from airbagit.com
  17. Jacob Hendrix

    Power Seat Track Swap Compatibility

    I recently ordered a replacement power seat track for the driver's seat in the '97 C1500 Silverado. Upon removing the driver's seat and the power seat track assembly, I have realized that I might not be able to install the new one (at least not as a direct swap). The replacement was pulled...
  18. blackdeathmessenger

    94 gauges into 91 cluster?

    Sorry if this is the wrong place to post this, I couldn't seem to find the best place to post it or any existing posts about this. Anyways, on to the background and question. I was kinda set on installing a 94 cluster into my 88 C2500, as I had had no luck finding a 91 cluster that hadn't been...
  19. BappleApple

    Flywheel Question for automatic to manual swap

    Hey guys! Been a while since I've posted anything on my truck and I need some expert help and advice. I have a built 2nd gen LT1 in my C1500 (Originally pulled from a '92 Corvette) and after 4 transmissions in <6 months, It's became evident that the 700R4/4L60's just don't hold up between the...
    • BappleApple
    • Thread
    • auto to manual c1500 horsepower lt1 race saginaw saginaw m15 saginaw swap transmission
    • Replies: 7
    • Forum: Transmissions
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    Tps causing high idle

    '89 c1500 5.7 tbi with 700r4 Timing is set to 0 New sensors all around (truck sat for a long time) Tps sensor is showing .49 volts with key on and not running, once it's started it jumps to 1.3-1.5 volts. Idles high around 1500-1700 When I pulled off the old sensor one of the bolt heads snapped...
  21. DeputyPelican

    "Red Rock" 97 C1500 Build

    1997 GMC Sierra SL 2WD with a 262 4.3L engine, and 4L60E transmission. Little history of the truck to preface the thread.. The truck was sold in 1996 to my Uncle by my Dad was a vehicle salesman at the local GMC dealership. My Uncle used the truck mainly for various errands, all on...
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    C1500 ls swap 3" full exhaust

    Texas 1988-1998 C1500 ls swap 3" exhaust You will need own sensors Local Pickup, or make shipping arrangements I have a set up that I no longer need. Schoenfeld ls1 swap long tubes 3" - mild steel to 3" y merger to 3" electric cut out and side dump to 3" cat to 3" flowmaster mild steel to dump...
  23. dAT OBS

    Info on tbi 350 swap to tbi 454???

    Getting ready to replace the good 1992 350 with a good 1990 454...I have couple questions Are the serpentine accessories brackets the same size Any wiring difference I know I need 454 exhaust manifold but is the OEM y-pipe different sizes Any more differences???
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    1989 c1500 long bed single cab 5.7 build log

    Bought the truck with 150k and already driven it to 160k. So far I’ve been fighting a rough idle issue and have replaced Fuel pump (stock unit) Tpms sensor IAC sensor Coolant temp sensor (for ECU) Distributor Ignition coil Plugs and wires Spare tire Rear shackles (0/2) Exhaust (straight pipe)...
  25. Fishinfreak96

    Building a 97 c1500 from a wrecked 96

    I have two trucks in my garage that I am working on. The donor truck is a 1996 c1500 with 160k. The other is a stripped down 1997 c1500. Same color, same cab, but has a clean title vs the donor which has a salvage title and a bent frame in the front. Hopefully I can post here to share my...

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