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    rdezs replied to the thread Why The Gen-V LT Outshines The LS.
    As for GM's VVT, it's proven to be quite reliable and effective. Let's not forget that it allows you the best of both worlds to some...
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    rdezs replied to the thread Oil pressure dropped to 10lbs.
    Note.... If a mechanical gauge reading up where the oil pressure sensor goes shows you have normal pressure, and a new sensor still...
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    rdezs replied to the thread Oil pressure dropped to 10lbs.
    Start by pulling your oil pressure sensor, along with the screen underneath it and see if it's plugged. Then test with the mechanical...
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    rdezs replied to the thread Front seal replacement question.
    You might as well get the tool that holds the flywheel utilizing the starter mounts. Why you can break the crankshaft bolt loose with an...
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    rdezs replied to the thread Knock when cold.
    .... And I'm sure there's a joke in here somewhere about short skirts? LOL
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    rdezs replied to the thread Knock when cold.
    My understanding is GM addressed the problem by coatng the pistons and lengthening the skirt. Lol, not sure if GM would admit that...
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    rdezs replied to the thread Knock when cold.
    If you upload a video with audio..... Piston slap should be 100% confirmed by many of us hearing it. Interpretation of sounds without...
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    .... Very doable with minimal fabrication I would think. Once upon a time we had full size SUVs and pickups that routinely had manual...
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    rdezs replied to the thread Why The Gen-V LT Outshines The LS.
    Last Summer my buddy that works as a tech at the local GM dealer, mentioned they have a lot of seized up engines under 20,000 miles...
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    The important ground is where your negative battery cable goes down to just above the oil pan on the driver side. Don't just clean and...
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    Many times is described above you'll find 85 to 90% of the push rods require the same length. Often it's cheaper to just buy a whole set...
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    rdezs replied to the thread 07 Denali oil pressure talk.
    19 PSI hot is just fine.... And then that does sound like the edge of a cam bearing. Just keep an eye on your oil pressure. You will...
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    The mpg is probably a pretty good indicator that it's right on. I was thinking it's a lot like when I was working on my first small...
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    There's a few things that affect pushrod length at 150,000 miles. The ends of the pushrods themselves wear. The rocker itself wears at...
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    It will run forever without doing the relearn.... But it just won't be as efficient as it's capable of without it

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