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    When you do the control arms, mark the adjusters on the upper by scribing a line. I took it for the alignment afterwards and it was...
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    rdezs replied to the thread 6.2 engine rebuild.
    .... And if they pulled the motor, did the rebuild and reinstalled.... Don't even bother checking for exhaust leaks. It's 100% on them...
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    rdezs replied to the thread 6.2 engine rebuild.
    Check to see if an exhaust manifold bolt snapped and is missing. Checked for an exhaust manifold leak, as well as the flange or the...
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    Yeah, they're sealed bearings. Replaced the originals along with all front and components at about 174,000 mi as preventative...
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    rdezs replied to the thread DOD Delete now ticking.
    .... And did you use the correct gasket at the exhaust manifold flange to the downpipe? Some applications are odd.... Our 2014 Escalade...
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    rdezs replied to the thread DOD Delete now ticking.
    Mmm ... Sounds like it only ticks under load? Like when exhaust pressure is up? Yeah, I would triple check your exhaust before diving in...
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    rdezs replied to the thread DOD Delete now ticking.
    I didn't see where you replaced the oil pump? One of the first things to check when you hear that ticking is your oil pressure. Any sign...
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    Disconnect the hose to the t fitting first. Then reach back by the firewall where you will find two tabs, press them in, push the...
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    rdezs replied to the thread wild oil leak.
    20 psi hot oil pressure at idle is just fine. If you suspect the block off plate above the oil filter where the oil cooler lines...
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    Just look on Amazon for bidirectional scanners, and read the description to make sure it has live data capability. Autel make some...
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    This would be a good scenario to be able to watch live data when the idle starts slowing down and it dies. Pretty much all the...
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    rdezs replied to the thread 08 Tahoe 4l60e rebuild.
    Have confidence. 8 years ago I tore into my first automatic transmission, a turbo 350. Picked up a manual on rebuilding it to take some...
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    The corrosion is the result of two dissimilar metals. Even stainless steel studs in aluminum will eventually result in corrosion. I...
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    Stainless steel studs with flanged lock nuts is what I use. Then going forward, if you ever go back into it, you don't have to risk...
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    rdezs replied to the thread Speedo (suddenly) reading high.
    A bidirectional scanner that shows live data would be useful to see what your ECM says your speed is compared to what's being displayed...

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