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  1. OR VietVet

    Thumping noise while steering.

    Been 3+ months. Doubt you get a response.
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    OR VietVet Is Still Throwing $$$ at 2005 Z71

    If you look close enough, you can see the socket got hot enough, that it is no longer round.
  3. OR VietVet

    OR VietVet Is Still Throwing $$$ at 2005 Z71

    Came back from tacos today and coming down my street and my landlord pointed at the d/s front and said my daytime running light was out. Sure enough, it was. Opened it up and the bulb/socket were both charred and slightly melted on one contact. Had to settle for a Dorman part and I replaced old...
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    Engine Oil Overfill

    Hell, set up a magnet on the oil filter and have a magnetic drain plug.
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    Engine Oil Overfill

    Is there a reason that has not already been done? Edit: I did some research. They are available as an add on or direct replacement in some applications and as a pre filter adaptor.
  6. OR VietVet

    Engine Oil Overfill

    Sounds doable, BUT, when the metal gathers there is always a sludge effect at the metal area. If you use a magnetic drain plug, that comes out with the plug. If you use your method, there MAY be some of that left in the pan. But, it is a "better than nothing" idea.
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    Engine Oil Overfill

    Some how, some way, either do the oil change yourself or find a trustworthy shop, friend recommendations and a personal meet and greet helps. I always use a magnetic drain plug and encourage others to as well. Periodically do an oil analysis with these guys...
  8. OR VietVet

    Never ending debate - best oil weight

    Look at all the videos at you tube, about Lake Speed, Junior.
  9. OR VietVet

    Engine Oil Overfill

    So you were using a ratchet and socket and could not break the drain plug loose. That is straight up bull*s*h*i*t. Drain plug too tight and I bet the filter is too and overfilled. They would pay me double my money back because of the drive there and to get me out of there. Incompetence for an...
  10. OR VietVet

    Engine Oil Overfill

    When pic of dipstick was shot, was the dipstick being held vertical or horizontal?
  11. OR VietVet

    Stock camshaft options

    I am confused.....You say you NEED it but are willing to guess and take a chance on iffy parts.
  12. OR VietVet

    Stock camshaft options

    Tight budget? You have yet to reassemble. There is still unknown costs coming.
  13. OR VietVet

    Stock camshaft options

    The $100 to $150 price difference is not worth the chances, IMO.
  14. OR VietVet

    Engine Oil Overfill

    That invoice also tells you they pumped in oil and never checked the level. Idiots!!! You need to get some tools and a drain pan and do it yourself.
  15. OR VietVet

    Stock camshaft options

    What is the price difference between used and new? Want to do all that work with a used cam and cross your fingers?

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