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Chevy Silverado - Continued XV
This topic is a continuation of Topic 2140....
Chevy Silverado - Continued IX. Which should have
been XIV.... but I digress.... Please continue
these discussions here. Thanks!
Front Porch Philosopher
SUV, Pickups, & Aftermarket and Accessories Host
Chevy Silverado - Continued IX. Which should have
been XIV.... but I digress.... Please continue
these discussions here. Thanks!
Front Porch Philosopher
SUV, Pickups, & Aftermarket and Accessories Host
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Long live the Silverado topic.
Mike L
Is it a 5.3 L or 5.7L?
I don't have the manual with me today, but I'm sure it said the 5300 5.7L takes 6 quarts. Under the hood it says its a 5.3L. Either way, is 6 quarts correct?
Thanks,
Randy
ps. If you have access to an air ratchet, use a long extension and apply pressure sideways by twisting to the side with the gun running. This will usually get it off without holding the stud. Only works with air tool though.
Thanks,
Randy
iwact - "I want a chevy truck"
should be "I finally got a chevy truck" (acutally went with the GMC though instead)
My 2000 took 10 days from Born on Date to Delivery Date.
Mike L
- Tim
Peter
Thanks, Lewis
red
thanks for the update on the cab filter
ovalley
My truck has been with dealer since last Wednesday for the noncentering steering. I really should call them, but at this point it's getting so that I'm used to driving rental trucks...even a Dodge. Damn thing sure sucks gas. Will post of any updates, findings as soon as they let me know. Shop foreman duplicated the steering condition so there is no chance of them trying to slip out on this one.
From the sound of your undercarriage destruction, sure seems like whoever worked on your truck didn't know what they were doing. Good luck on yours...
Dean
Didnt try tow haul. I have used it though. When i hauled a bunch of dirt and sod i didnt like it much seemed to shift harder to me. No tow haul rode better
Ryan
Thank You.............
Dean
I think the 7mm deep socket would be a perfect fit for the pain in the [non-permissible content removed] 3rd bolt. But maybe I will try the bend it but don't break it method next time.
But I like having a reason to buy more tools and I can't see just buying one socket - would need to get the matching set - One socket is probable $3.00 and the whole set of 7-8 is around $10.00 - Gee honey I saved $20 today at the hardware store.
filter.....hmm...vince found mold?....I always use A/C and always use re-circ.....and have had pneumonia twice in the last few months and feel it coming on again....i wonder if there is something growing in mine?.....gonna have to take a looksee soon...
- Tim
obyone, thanks for the oil filter wrench link. At $26 each I think I'll take a look in the stores. Can you grab the Silverado filter with that thing? The access is so restricted around the filter body.
Dean
John
http://agmlemon.freeservers.com/latest_tsb.htm
Dean
a little curious cause i've got another one
that's starting the now you hear me now you don't
thing. if i have to i'll pull the dash frame and
insulate everything that even looks like a pest.
but would like to know what has been done with
yours before going into surgery.
...red
week and half - Philly/New York. No problem
in finding parking garages - was surprised.
Truck was troublefree and gas average 23
mpg at 70-75 with the 4.8.
Comfort well thats another thing
I should have gotten the leather pkg, LS seats
got very tiring after 10 hours. The Reg short wheel-base was very bouncy whether this is related to the vibration problem - don't know.
The 4.8 was more than adequate and at 75 still
had plenty to give for passing. My 2001 Vette
was in so made it back home with one night on
road. I love that car!!!! 350hp
Had some E-Mail that a recall is out on the
brakes but haven't had time to follow up yet.
Changed the oil myself so next schedule will
take to dealer to see whats up.
http://www.installdr.com/InstallDocs/GM/PDF/460029.pdf
P.S. - Is there really a difference between summer air and winter air? I heard that summer air gives a softer ride.
I never did get an answer what's the lowest. It came from the factory at 45 all around.....I've got 20K on them at 40...and they sem fine...you may be able to go to 35?....but I'm not trying it out...
Good Luck
- Tim
...you could run 45 in teh front..maybe even 40...but as i said..the steers take all the abuse..so I leave em at max..
AWWW can i get a happy 4 month bday haha
- Tim
Just wondering?
John
I really wanted to get a spray in liner before I bolted the hitch in but time and $$$$$ did not allow so I will have to remove the hitch rails someday so I can have it sprayed.
But any help on tire psi. would help a lot.
Thanks Andrew
kyle
I got my truck back with new Goodyear Wrangler tires and the vibration is different. Now you can feel more movement in the seats and
less in the steering wheel. I plan to try another dealer. My dealer has been nice but very "laid
back" so I'm gon'a take her in to a larger dealer. The carbon removal did stop the noise during cold starts. And the dealer said to bring it in for the next oil change and he'd document the oil usage. So I'm checking my oil every week... time will tell.
- Tim
What kind/size of camper are you getting?
GMC Unveils 1/2-Ton Sierra Short Box Crew Cab
During our recent trip to Southern California for a drive of the Sierra C3, GMC provided the automotive press with a surprise viewing of the 2001 Sierra Short Box Crew Cab.
The Sierra Crew Cab has a 6.5-foot cargo bed, compared to the 5.5 foot box found on Ford’s F-150 SuperCrew. Like the SuperCrew, the 1/2-Ton Sierra also sports four fully independent front opening doors with a 60/40 split bench for rear passengers. Rear seats fold down to provide access to additional storage in the back of the cab.
The 8600 lb.,"heavy", GVWR Sierra 1500 will be available early next year in SLE or SLT trim only.
Rick Asher, from GMC Communications, says the 1/2-Ton Sierra Crew Cab is very similar to the new Heavy Duty crew cab. It's updated Vortec 6000 V8 will produce 300 horsepower and 360 ft-lbs. of torque providing more towing power than most other trucks in the 1/2-ton segment.
GMC is expected to produce 10,000 Sierra Crew Cabs for 2001 though more can be added to production depending on demand.
Chevrolet will also market a 1500 Silverado Crew Cab for 2001 with similar specs to the Sierra.
We think that we are getting a good deal as it looks like brand new as it has about every option one could want.
BTW, did you see the picture of that dodge maxxcab? EEECH! Looks like a caravan pulling a utility trailer on a short hitch.