Chevy Silverado - Continued XVIII

87lion

My truck was shipped from Pontiac to the D.C. area in a few days. I don't remember exactly but I think it was finished on a Wednesday, went on the truck Friday, and arrived at the Tuesday or Wednesday. I don't know for sure if it went by road or rail, but the CS people said it was going on the truck and I know it arrived at the dealer on a truck.

charcoalhd

Hey willimjo, I was talking a guy on another forum that must work at the Plant here in Michigan. He told me that my truck would not get on a rail car. I live near South Haven and Kalamazoo MI. Hope this helps. Also I had a problem with my '97 Silverado which had traveled on a rail car. It is white and I started noticing orange dots in the paint. You couldn't hardly see them but they were there when I washed it. I asked the dealer and he said the brake dust from the rail car is hot and floats up and imbeds in the paint of the vehicles on the railcar. After my truck was exposed to the elements for awhile, the brake dust started to rust and turned orange. It never did anything to the body, it was just imbedded in the clearcoat. I guess I should be glad to know my new truck is coming by truck only and not railcar. Just a thought.

willimjo

Thanks for the replys on the delivery questions. It sounds like it would be reasonable to expect my truck next week or the week after.

I originally placed an order on 12/7/00 on a loaded LT with the FW1 Ride Control option. Knowing that the FW1 hadn't yet been built, I figured it was a long shot to get the order picked up. After waiting a month, I couldn't wait any longer and replaced the order on 1/5/01 without the FW1 and the order was picked up on 1/9. It looks like I may get my truck within a month of ordering it!!

mbwhitley

a 2500 HD later this year. I'm planning on ordering a 2002, but an '01 on the lot isn't out of the question. My plans are:

2500HD/CC/SB/4WD/8.1/Allison/3.7
(hoping to compromise on pulling for gas mileage)

I'd like a bigger gas tank - thinking about the LB just for the 34 gallon tank.

The truck will be used for daily driver to work (40 miles R/T) and pulling a 30 foot travel trailer with wife and 2 small children 3 weeks and 4 weekends a year. I live close to the Texas gulf coast, so it will get several trips to and on the beach each Summer.

Guidance on options and problems to look out for would be appreciated.

Mike

mgdvhman

they make 'em in like 50 gallon or more for SB's..?..I might do that?

Mike....5 days from build to California??....My dealer is 25 minutes from the Pontiac plant...and it took 2 weeks to get there after it was built!...and we both paid the same delivery charge I'd bet!

GRRRRRR

I had to order 2 times...as my 99 was cancelled by GM..and ended up ordering a 2K instead......5 months total as well

- Tim

randersen

My information may go back awhile, but it was my understanding from a couple of mechanic friends that you had to put whale oil(that's what they called it in the 70's) in a locker for extra lubrication and protection that regular 80W90 gearlube didn't provide. Supposively a locker would tear itself up if you didn't have it in. This may be what the difference between what GL-4 and GL-5 lubricant is for differentials although the additive may be something other than whale oil. Anyone care to comment? If it is still needed, then your 99' ado would already have it in from the factory for the locker. Unfortunately, recent owners manuals only specify a GM part number which may already contain the additive but doesn't blatantly note this. My mechanics friends say that the glove box manuals are for quick reference which may be why the information is somewhat lacking. And now that the new Silverado's have synthetic, I am curious ,too if it is still needed.

salesrep1

RE: Sunvisors
I drove to the local GMC dealer and looked at the C3. It has the same sunvisors as the 2000 & 2001 Tahoe & Suburbans. The place where the Silverado inner bracket would go is plugged with a quarter sized colored plastic plug. There is a "new" inner bracket same as the Tahoe, ect mounted closer to the overhead consol.
The big question is would GMC make a special roof for the C3? I doubt it. Way to expensive to tool up 2 roofs for different models.I suspect if you would pull down the headliner enough to look or feel under the headliner where the bracket on the C3 is attached you may find that there is either a provision for the bracket or inner roof sheetmetal you could attach the new bracket to.

The outer (3 hole) bracket is definatly the same as the current Silverado.

I wonder if the previous attempts to use a Tahoe or Suburban visor could have been with the 99 model sunvisor. As you know Chev came out with the "new" model Tahoe and Suburbans late in 99.

I had a Isuzu Rodeo prior to my Silverado and it had poor lighting overhead. Isuzu said nothing was available for a overhead light to be mounted above the dash area. So I went to a salvage yard and found a light out of a late model Toyota and low and behold there was a way to attach it to the inner sheet metal of the roof without affecting the outer metal skin.

If anyone has tried a 2001 part number sunvisor I and others sure would like to know.
Thanks

redsilverado

brackets.....man that sure sounds like a big headache to go through just to change a visor. our alero had visors that would come down and even extend outwards on the rod. only used this feature once. but to tear into a roof to change a visor? can't believe anyone would go to all that trouble. sorry, just my thoughts out loud. i guess i'm happy.

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red

minikin

Been watching the Silverado post for about 9-10 months; time to put in my 2 cents. Bought a '00 ex- cab 5.3 4x4 in august. Changed tires from 245 Steeltex to 265 Michelin LTX/AT because Michelins work great and I didn't want to die. Partly because I didn't want to screw with the dealer, bought the Hypertech programmer to fix the tire size change; then also programmed for other stuff I care about. Even at 87 octane this thing works! Fixed the speedo/odo, firmed up the shifts, and gave me a nice bump in torque in the low end of the curve. Live in the Denver area where altitude sucks power, but just spent most of this last week at sea level in D.C. in a rental 5.3 4x4 Silverado. Came home, got in my truck, and it still felt almost as fast and a hell of a lot more comfortable. Edelbrock shocks work well with the Z-71, btw.

mgdvhman

sounds nice...

I haven't died on steeltex yet though......proper tire care goes a long way...

- Tim

minikin

Tim --
The Steeltex worked fine -- until it got really cold and snowed. First low speed turn at the end of the street was interesting. Tread compound doesn't seem to like the cold and when I looked hard at the tread design I realized the ATs have a solid outer rib with protruding lugs added on. That's what drove the change. I've been partial to BFG A/Ts on my 4x4's, but this truck isn't a hard core off-roader and doesn't need the stiffer and tougher sidewalls. So, after a lot of research and recommendations I went with the Michelins. I highly recommend them to anyone who doesn't make a habit out of running rocks.
-- Don

mgdvhman

you got the crappy all season?...or on/off road like mine:

http://www.teleweb.net/mgdvhman/2000LT4.jpg

hell..just last night they worked like a champ in the snow we got..

 - Tim

minikin

The A/T on-off road,like yours. Might have been a combination of the snow, fresh w/ light refrozen layer underneath, and temperature; about 8-9 degrees F. Had identical conditions about 3-4 days after I changed over and no problem.
-- Don

minikin

If they work for you, great. I'm not one of the Firestone phobics and changing out tires at 2,700 mi isn't my idea of a fun way to spend money. The Steeltex's were a bit quieter, too. I'm going to give them to my cousin in PA for his Ford Ranger. He's been running Firestone's back there for years and likes them.
-- Don

mgdvhman

..too many people have gone nuts in the head thinking all stones are bad....they was supposed to be some cases of steeltex being bad?...but even with wilderness AT's....keep em rotated and inflated and you will be fine......Firestone was teh first company to make tires as we know them today!

- Tim

z71bill

The GM limited-slip differential on older model cars and trucks called for - rear axle limited-slip lubricant additive (part no GM 1052358).

Without this additive when you came to a hard complete stop it would feel like someone bumped you from behind. The additive solved this problem and also helped protect the clutch in the limited-slip differential.

The current locking differential in the Silverado does not need this additive - it uses a synthetic gear oil. The locker and the limited-slip do basicly the same thing but operate differently.

Even though it is not required I changed my rear fluid at 6,000 miles - plan to change the front at my next oil change (18,000 miles) and switch to Mobile 1 synthetic. Will change the rear again at around 30,000 miles - also with M1 - the GM synthetic costs $25 per quart what a screw -

broph

Go Giants... Go Ravens. does anyone know how bad a raw egg splashed on your truck can damage your paint. Just washed too. I have a physcho neighbor who (54 yr. old women) who likes to egg peoples cars or in my case trucks if they park near the front of her house. It's to bad that I live in the city & city parking is what I have to deal with. Police won't do anything until someone sees her doing it. It sat all day in the cold (upstate NY) before I noticed it, but washed it off as soon as I could. Could this do permanate damage to the clear coat or paint? Thanks for any feedback.

Tom

obyone

If left in the sun, the egg will permanently discolor the paint.

87lion

I think if you cleaned the egg off and have no visible damage you're probably OK. If you have damage you can probably have it rubbed out.

smart99

If she threw from a distance (which she probably did)you may need to see the Dent Dr. Often times eggs will leave hail damage like dents. If you got the egg removed prior to the time it congealed on the paint you may be ok. As to the dent you should put your truck under florescent lights for a close inspection.

vince4

I found a great way to increase the maximum delay time on the intermittent wipers. Mine was only 14 seconds (manual says 22) at max setting which I found too short sometimes. After the fix it's 32 seconds and everything else works exactly as before, no affect on the minimum delay.

The mod is to add a 270k resistor between ground and one wire under the hood. The wire is easily accessible and does not need to be cut. It's a 10 cent, 10 minute job.

If anyone is interested in the details send me an e-mail.

mgdvhman

Go Giants!!

DOHH!

- Tim

silveradobob

Just bought my 2001 LS 4WD Ext.cab SB...WOW !!!
5.3/3.73's/autotrac/265's/locker/fogs/trailering pkg./pewter with graphite int. - think I'm in love! Got the Chevy bedliner and bought a LeBra tonneau cover(snaps).
How many miles before I can switch to Mobil-1? Is it fairly easy to change oil/filter yourself? Does the K&N filter actually do any good or just a waste of $ ?
Would appreciate any advice you seasoned owners could give me...thanks.

sf0383

Well today is supposed to be the day. I have a TPW of 1/29. 2500HD,CC, 4x4, 6.0, automatic. Does anyone know if there is a way I can confirm if they actually begin production? A number to call or website to check would be appreciated.

willimjo

Call Chevy Customer Service at 800-222-1020. Give them your order number, and a few other details, and they can tell you the status of your truck, including whether it is in actual production or not.

bco

bob...

click here to see pics of how to change oil/filter and do a chassis lube. it's my pic trail website. leave your email in my guest book and i'll email you specific instructions and what you need to buy to change your oil and filter.

bco

markbuck

Well, my GMC 2500HD CC LB 4x4 6.0L 5-speed stripper finally has a target production week!

Yahoo!

Supposed to be built week of Feb 12th. I'm psyched!

sf0383

I called the Chevrolet customer service number with my order number and all they could confirm was a TPW of 1/29. So at least the dealer and Chevrolet are on the same page. I'll call back in a few days and see if they can tell if it is actually in production.

n75v111

641-754-3401 before 2:30 pm cst. (If you get my phone message leave no and i'll call you right back)
I have Pontiac Name & Phone No. - Sorry Can't post it.

75v

sf0383

I waited to long to check back. Damn Job! don't these people know I got personal business to take care of. Should I try tomorrow or you can e-mail me at sf0383@aol.com. The guy on the phone today was nice but he didn't know what day it was.

n75v111

After about 7:45a cst

Sorry - Just set 3:30 est so you'd have time to call Pontiac before office went home for the day.

No reason you can't call tomorrow. They will be able to confirm and look at shipping info perhaps.

Will check in here from home tonite - let me know if tomorrow works for you.

75v

dch0300

Born on Dec 6th, 2000.

-David

erikf2

Except you chopped the bed, took out the window visors, and replaced the running boards with nerf-bars! LOL

Nice looking truck!

n75v111

Thanks for the heads up on wiper speed. So what's going on that yours was too fast?? Or do you think they are all that way and no factory fix?

75v

pocahontas

(this was just re-edited for link correction)

You should also submit those pics to this discussion: Showcase Your Vehicle in Town Hall!

To anyone else that's interested: you'll also find a direct link to that application/discussion on the Town Hall front page (lower right corner).

Happy Motoring! ;-)


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erikheiker

Mobil 1 can be put in your new truck as soon as you want. Corvettes come from the factory with Mobil 1. I just did my first oil change the other day at 2887 miles and I switched to Mobil 1. Based on a lot of research, I decided to use a Mobil 1 filter. They cost as much as a K&N...about $10. I think the K&N will be in the same league as the Mobil 1. For those who want to use a Mobil 1 filter, the part number is M1-206. Yes, Mobil 1 is much more expensive, but with a $30k truck I plan on keeping for 10 years I consider it money well spent. My last truck had a strong engine after 111k miles, all but the first 9k using Mobil 1. I'm a believer.

broph

Thanks for the responses, I believe that I got it off fast enough not to cause any damage. As for the dents, I'll have to check it out.

LOL

Tom

vince4

n75v111, there is nothing wrong with the factory wiper function, I just wanted a longer delay for very light rain or road spray.

Erik, I tried to respond to your e-mail tonight but it got kicked back twice because your server didn't know who the heck you are.

bco

fyi...myself and others experienced lower oil pressures (by about 5 points or so) with the mobil one over the ac delco pf59. not saying it's good or bad...just that's what has been a common experience. i change to mobile one 5w30 at 7500 and have used it since. first m1 oil change used an m1 filter (206 is correct). since...i've used ac delco pf59's. no problems with 20k and going strong.

bco

obyone

Did you notice the 5 psi loss when warm or cold or both? I switched to a KnN oil filter for my last change and noticed a slightly higher psi maybe about 7 psi increase over the pf59. Don't know whether this is bad or good, but I like the little nut on the bottom allowing me to take the filter off with either a wrench or pliers.

mgdvhman

...you want it to flow good....but does too fast mean it's not filtering good?

hmmm

- Tim

kansan

In another board (I think it was the oil filter board), someone posted that the anti-drainback valve does not matter if your filter is installed on the bottom of the engine. This doesn't seem to make sense as it seems gravity would still cause the oil to drain down out of your engine through the valve. I'm not real familiar with the exact flow path of the oil, and would appreciate any educated comments on this subject.
Thanks,
Ken

dch0300

I changed the oil and filter for the first time on my 2001 w/ 5.3 L when it reached 1000 miles.
Put in Mobil 5W-30 oil and PF59 filter. I noticed about a 5 to 10 psi increase after the oil and filter change. I like the magnet on the end of the drain plug.

Wow, does that oil flow out fast and far!!! Thought I had the oil pan back far enough (about 1 1/2 feet) when I pulled the drain plug out. The oil over shot the pan by at least another foot.

Sorry Tim, I forgot to pre-fill the oil filter with oil when I installed the new one. Engine ran about 4 seconds afterwards with 0 psi oil pressure. Got to remember to do that next time.

Reset the "change oil" indicator with no problem afterwards.

I now have 1125 miles on it and the truck is still 100% flawless.

-David

4x4man

would mean oil is being held up and the result is higher oil pressure. Could the filter be slowing up the oil and causing the higher oil pressure because it can't pass through as easily??
I don't know maybe I am way out in left field....

Bob

kansan

I'm pretty sure the oil pressure is measured downstream of the filter, the pressure your engine is seeing. Otherwise, why would low pressure be a problem, I've never heard of high oil pressure being a concern. The more pressure drop across the filter, the lower your oil pressure, the less the pressure drop across your filter the higher your oil pressure would be. If your filter gets clogged up the pressure drop will reach a point where it will bypass the filter element and go directly to your engine.

bco

how much you payin' for the k&n and what is the compatible part # for the silverado? that nut integrated on the bottom is a slick idea...might even buy it just for that!

bco

obyone

best price I've seen was at Checker's for $9.99. part no. HP-2006. I think it's the same price as the Gold AC filter.

Red-

Bluebeast, thats the guy that's related to Ryan...Hehe..

BTW, your pics are up. Will email you later with details before opening to general public...not at my 'puter right now.

obyone

Forgot to answer your question...the dipstick measures the same...halfway between full and empty as with the pf59.

redsilverado

i meant the oil pressure reading. did i say dip stick, i was talking about the pressure reading you have on the dash. no biggy. just a comparison. the wife's and mine are about 10 psi's different, and i was curious where your's is reading.

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red

broph

I have one for ay. I only have 17K on my truck & the "service engine soon" light came on. When coming home from work this am, the light went off. With all my experience with these lights, I have never had one gone off by itself. It didn't run any differently. Now even though it went off, would it still have an error code stored in the computer? She's going into the shop on thus. for this, still gonna keep apt. just to cover her butt. Has anyone had an experience like this before. My guess is probably bad juice. Appreciate any response. Thanks.

broth