Chevy Silverado - Continued XVIII

pocahontas

however, let's try to tone it down on the personals jabs. Or let me know if I'm misinterpreting something... okay?

And now back to the subject of the Chevy Silverado. Thanks! ;-)

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mgdvhman

don't mind the personal jabs...I can take it...I mean come on...consider the source!

.......you must live near me Mike...errr..I mean Titus....as my dealer has exactly what you describe....

- Tim

gabby5

since you guys have been helping me out, I thought maybe you could give me some more advice. I guess GM has the last laugh on us when they equip their trucks with General tires (big joke ha ha). mine are supposed to be aired up at 35psi and 30psi, according to the placard on the door. anyway, I'm not real happy with the ride they deliver and would like to go with a better riding tire. any suggestions?

obyone

Best tires I've seen are the Michelin LTX M/S

obyone

You starting a fan club?

LOL!

Or an echo?

LMAO!!

gabby5

I forgot..tire size 275/70R16 for the Michelin LTX M/S

titus1

is what you have on me bco. i have'nt a clue as to what you are saying, and pleeeze be a bit more respectful towards pocahontas.

anyone here ever try amsoil or royal purple in their trucks? i know that mobil 1 is quite popular but if anyone has tried either of these two products, please give some feedback.
thanks
Rick

obyone

Forgot to answer the question. Amsoil, Mobil1, Royal Purple, etc. All are good synthetics. Mobil1 being the most popular due to being sold at retail stores. Royal Purple and Amsoil being a little harder to find. A lot of racers live and die with Royal Purple. And amsoil has the 25k miles between oil changes with their toilet paper filtering system.

titus1

i like havin the teacher pet me....been that way all my life. funny thing is though, i'm always envied by a few, but i've learned to live with it.
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obyone, again thanks for the info. the toilet paper filter is suppose to be an external thing is it not?
Rick

john294

in here,the sh**s getting kinda deep lately,lol
what crappy drive shafts and universals not even 12 mts old and their all rusted,normal?I guess so..........

titus1

it seems that all members here have a great sense of humor, and the host even allows a little horseplay but keeps it in order.
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i though i it was only me but yes the driveline parts are left out to the rust gods. of all the precautions that GM takes in making a rust free truck they left these parts totally naked. i'm thinking of painting them before they go into a state of decay, but don't want to end up with the vibes. speaking of vibes, what do you think would be the end result of driveline painting Obyone? do you think painting might result in out of balance componets due to one being a little heavy handed with the ole spray bomb?
Rick

gsxr1216

I hope you are making a joke?? maybe if you used a whole can only on one side of the shaft you might cause a out of balance problem but let's be realistic here, how tight do you think they hold the balance on those components?? Plus in the case of the front driveshaft you are talking about a very small diameter. Remember your physics? it takes a lot to weight (more than a .030 layer of paint) offset to cause a vibration you can feel on a 2.5" diameter shaft

john294

I used a product on another appilcation(naval jel?)a while back that turned the rust black and encapsulated it to slow the rust process down .Under closer inspection under truck Ive noticed a few rust spots, I didnt get any under coating (rust proofing) when I got the truck nor do I remenber any being offered........Rust Never Sleeps.........

titus1

i totally agree with you that painting should cause few if any problems. but then again, i was asking Obyone to voice his opinion since he has apparently been through the mill with vibration problems. as far as physics is concerned...well....i would place good ol common sense in the picture. on another note though, i feel that since foriegn trucks come with painted driveshafts that the american manuf. would at least match their quality. must not hurt to leave em raw though, just look at a lot of trucks that have been on the road for less than 3 years and you'll see plenty of rust.
Rick

quadcab4x4

Why would you paint the driveshaft?

Allen-

john294

my 96 nissan pathfinder shaft looks good as new and it is painted ,didnt pay for any addtional under coating on it and it looks fine underneath, no raw rust spots like the silverado,Im not getting into compareing foreign to domestic but it is poor quailty for a dealer asking $21k for a auto. V6 4x4 2000yr model,I did not pay that, but that was the sticker price, mar.22.2000.....

pocahontas

The post you're referring to with the links was deleted earlier today because the material within those sites do not conform to our Town Hall guidelines.

To explain, Edmund's Town Hall is a family oriented website that has guidelines to insure the materials viewed/accessed from our discussions are appropriate for people of all ages, including children.

Hope you understand. Can I suggest that you email obyone for that information....

Also, understand that people here are welcome to post links to family oriented websites with automotive information that they think will be helpful to other Town Hall participants.

Btw, I tried to send you an email a while ago, and it bounced back. Perhaps you need to correct your email address? You do have the option to keep it private... so only the hosts can see it.

Talk later. ;-)

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mgdvhman

....Find me a child on these boards..

Good luck on this one now!

..today's teens hear,see, and do more than you or me could ever believe Poco....

Get real

- Tim

mgdvhman

..as for those "other" sites and language.......hey...we are just a product of Edmunds.com

after all......YOU GUYS forced us to leave and become what we are.......right?

...I'll take my free speech please

- Tim

(Insert delete key now)

ricsch

I painted the drive shaft on my '00 Silverado (Actually, after lightly sanding, and priming, I gave it a coat of Rustoleum gloss black. Looked good, and it never hurt or helped the vibrations that this truck had. So, if anyone happens to be looking at a '00 Silverado on a lot for sale, beware-it could be my old truck that GM took back!!

Now come spring I can paint the shaft on my '01, even though I don't plan to see much of it when it gets dropped a few inches (2/4 drop so it doesn't get confused for a 4 wheeler drive)

pocahontas

....Find me a child on these boards..

Considering that in some states, children can get their driving permits at the age of 14, it's not unusual that we DO have a number of kids that visit this website. Also, in order for Edmunds to be listed in certain directories, the guidelines imposed here have to be directed towards family audiences.

"...I'll take my free speech please."

As for the argument about "free speech", look at it like this way: you can't just walk into any private establishment (i.e. restaurant), and scream profanities at the top of your lungs. You'd be asked to leave..., perhaps even physically thrown out. Correct?

Edmunds provides free automotive information for everyone regardless of whether they choose to participate in their Town Hall discussions. All they ask in return is that if you do participate here, you please respect their rules which are intended to make this place a comfortable environment for ALL people regardless of age, sex, religion, race... and etc..

And now back to the subject of the Chevy Silverado. Thanks!

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mfarmer2

If so, it's hard to believe you'd have such a flippant attitude about "todays teenagers see more... etc" That may be true with some teenagers (not mine), but that doesn't mean we should condone or encourage bad behavior in a public forum.

Poca- I like the fact that this board has been cleaned up. Thanks for doing a great job!

Mary

mgdvhman

I agree not all are bad...but you must admit wayyyyyy more low life kids are produced these days...and the stuff they do..inhale...inject..etc. is wayyyy beyond anything we ever did as kids....and the respect of today's "overall majority" of kids is pathetic.

If you can still raise your kids correct and keep them away from today's element....I applaude you. Great Job.

I don't agree with the way kids are raised and the language they use and hear..etc...but I am also a realist who is willing to admit the truth.

....Back to trucks.....we are off topic and don't want to disturb the family atmosphere here...

..BTW....I do not have kids by choice...as they all drive me nuts....8 Nieces and nephews is enough...best part about 'em....they go home at the end of the day

LOL



- Tim

swolfe3

For those of you (if any are left) who have had to have your steering shaft replaced what exactly were the symptoms? Think I may be starting to have a problem with mine.

Scott

mgdvhman

a rattle like feeling/sound in the steering shaft....usually worse while going slower over bumps and/or while turning

- Tim

mgdvhman

...The realist!...the guy that don't care about political correctness...

If he is lucky.....he will never grow up...just continue to be a realist.

;-)

- Tim

silveradobob

Sounds like there are problems and expense involved with a catback system. I am well satisfied with the existing power from the 5.3. I would however like a deeper,non-offensive exhaust tone. from what I have read in some other forums... adding a dual system from the cats back sounds like a pretty good way to go. Most seem to go with the Flowmaster mufflers. Does this sound like a good way to go ? How about the Flowmasters...which model number ? Any problems in doing this that I might not be aware of ? Thanks for your advise on my questions since joining Town Hall...I'm trying to learn as much as I can and you have all been a big help to this Silverado rookie.

bco

post #1378

have you had your intermediate shaft replaced? cuz i have and yes, there actually was a rattle. no clunk. just felt like the steering wheel was a little loose...it kind of...rattled. yes, that's a good word. had the tsb done and now...no more. rattle that is.

bco

mledtje

Just had mine replaced. It was clunk/rattle that sounded like it could be in the front suspension. It was felt in the steering wheel as much as it was heard.

Actually felt like it could be something serious, but it was not.

Mike L

swolfe3

Thanks for the feedback guys. What exactly does the TSB say? Do they replace the shaft?

Scott

bco

click here for a listing of all tsb's.

click here for the intermediate shaft tsb.

my favorite part about these listings is they say "Copyright General Motors Corporation. All Rights Reserved." that helps when printing and taking with you to your dealer...

bco

obyone

There are two problems associated with catbacks. The first is loss of lowend torque caused by the free flow exhaust (less restriction). The second is in cab resonance. If you've ever heard it, it can drive you nuts. Course as always, there are those who enjoy the resonance...similar to those that enjoy opera.

Flowmasters have a tendency to resonate as well as Gibson. If you want loud, Flowmasters, resonance, Gibson, performance, PV catback and all the manufacturers will tell you that single in single out with the 3" pipe will give you the best increase in performance. Also, while you're increasing exhaust, you may want to look into increasing air intake.

titus1

what are you guys talking about now?
Rick

titus1

it took 2 days for the dealer to replace the shaft, how about you?
Rick

bco

#1394 of 1397 one more thing by titus1 Feb 12, 2001 (02:27 pm)
it took 2 days for the dealer to replace the shaft, how about you?
Rick

'bout an hour.

bco

mledtje

Dropped off truck at 8 am, picked it up at 1 pm. Free wash and a couple of fresh cookies from the dealer's coffee shop.

Mike L

ckulus

Hello,
I see in my 2001 Silverado 1500 owner's manual that there is a service manual available for $120. Is there another source for this at a cheaper price? Or, would you recommend a different book?

Thanks,

Chet Kulus

ckulus

Hello,
I see in my 2001 Silverado 1500 owner's manual that there is a service manual available for $120. Is there another source for this at a cheaper price? Or, would you recommend a different book?

Thanks,

Chet Kulus

titus1

i'm glad we got that behind us. not sure why it took my dealer so long to do my truck. maybe it's the way texans work. LOL
BTW i went for a visit, but i'm unsure whether you want to discuss things in a rational manner or not. let me know
Rick

erikheiker

I personally prefer the Helm manual. It is much more comprehensive than the usual parts store manuals (Chilton, Clymer, etc). Since our trucks were just recently redesigned, chances are the Helm is your only option. I just wish their crappy web site would let me order one. Talk about a useless web site.

Erik

obyone

I ordered the Helm manual off of their website for the '00 Yukon Tahoe Silverado Sierra. I received it in four days. What kind of problem are you having as I ordered and received mine with no problems.

ckulus

I would highly recommend the Helm's manual. I had loaned it to my dealer to help him diagnose a couple of problems correctly.

redsilverado

try it another way.
Mr. Titus, hello sir how are you? you seem to have a lot of answers for the members here, so would you please e-mail me again and explain what you mean. i replied to you but you don't seem to be one that replies back.
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red

pocahontas

for the sake of harmony. In addition, for the sake of continuity other posts have also been deleted.

Look I don't expect everyone here to hold hands and sing "give peace a chance." But for the benefit of the new participants that have come here to discuss the Chevy Silverado, let's please try to ignore the participants/messages we don't like and focus on this subject.

As I've mentioned before: responding to unwanted messages will only create more unwanted messages. In addition, I know it's fun to joke around..., but also keep in mind that what people read may be different than what you write.

So perhaps we should all try to tone it down on the personal jabs/jokes... as there have obviously been some misunderstandings. Okay? And now back to the subject of the Chevy Silverado. Thanks for your participation. ;-)

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obyone

sing "We Are The World"? LOL!

Fortunate for me, I got to read the posts before deletion. Well most of em anyway. I didn't think the posts were out of line...it kind of was similar to that other Road Rash or Road House or whatever the name of the topic was....someone help me on this one...you know the one where you slice the coffee....

When you think about this topic, what are we supposed to post here. Don't think anyone wants to hear how great the truck is cause it ain't. Not mine anyway.

Oh well, back to my normal posting topic...Silverado Problems...LOL!!

titus1

though, redsilverado, do you still think your truck was special built because it had the "special" order number?
Rick

pocahontas

I enjoy my job.... ;-)

Also, thanks for your tip on Deco oil filters. Btw, on the subject of oil, here's a discussion on this board that may be interested in checking out: Petroleum or Synthetic oil for my pickup truck?

Talk later. ;-)

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bco

"whatever you guys do, don't use a non delco filter until your warranty is over. if you bring your truck in for an oil related problem and have an aftermarket filter, your warranty will be voided."

out of curiousity...i'm not trying to be sarcastic here...do you have a source that states that as fact? i've always heard that...and also frequently heard it's urban myth. so, do you have a source? thanks...

bco

hunter98

Good point titus, I take my 5w30 Mobile 1 synethetic to the dealer. Let him install it with the GM filter. Costs about 15 bucks or less for the filter, installation, and all the fluids and diff checked. I do this every 5000 - 6000 miles with the sythetic. This will keep it fully under warrantee. No question. Cheap insurance. I can change it, and have changed it. But it is worth the trip just for the peace of mind.

Hunter

87lion

I believe it is illegal for GM to require a GM oil filter to keep your warranty valid. You must, however, use a filter which meets or exceeds their specification. Now, if you use a non-GM filter I suppose they could tell you it doesn't meet spec and give you a fight.

johnnylinc

Hello, everyone,
My dad has a case of "new truck fever" and has been looking at the '01 Silverado 1500. A salesman told him that the two-tone paint option is no longer available. Is this really the case?

I see lots of '99-and-up Chevys on the street, but I rarely ever see one that's not monotone. I think the two-tone looks really sharp, and can't imagine why GM would drop it from the option list. It's still shown on the BuyPower website as well as Edmunds and other price sites, but I've done some lot-cruising at a couple of large dealers lately and haven't seen one new Silverado with the factory two-tone.

Does anyone have any insight on this?

Thanks.

mgdvhman

..while it may not be a requirement...it gives GM less to point fingers at IF you do have an engine problem

I use Mobil 1 5-30 with a PF 59 Delco filter

..Titus...put that thing away....or just go marry Poco....geeezz...can we kiss up any more?

- Tim