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tom3 replied to the thread 2016 LTZ with 5.3 coolant temp regulator.I've wondered about that. Don't seen any bleeder ports in the coolant lines and with the pressurized tank and the hose routings I'd... -
tom3 replied to the thread 2001 Tahoe transmission issue.Are you saying it goes ok in 4 wheel drive mode? Not moving in 2 wheel drive?
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tom3 replied to the thread AFM indicator.You can watch the tach close and see a little rpm flare when it goes to and from 4 cyl. mode. Couple hundred rpm. On our 2019 at 30k...
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tom3 replied to the thread Tips/tricks for separating lower ball joint 2018 Tahoe PPV?.On the old cast iron spindles two hammers would pop it out. One big hammer to buck it with and a good sized ball peen to hit it. Hit...
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I had a 2008 Escalade EXT that would randomly have a too low to start battery. Battery and alternator were new trying to solve the...
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tom3 replied to the thread Alternator charging.Yeah, I like this RVC high tech charging system about as much as the AFM engine deal. I'm never sure f it's working correctly or if it...
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tom3 replied to the thread 2017 Yukon Denali Shudder Problem.It's good that Carmax stepped up and is fixing it, but pretty bad that GM transmissions are such crap these days.
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Quick update: I took the car back to CarMax, and they sent it to a GMC dealer. The dealership said they’ve never seen a shudder this bad...
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tom3 replied to the thread Oil cluster at 70Psi.Any specs on the rebuilt motor? Usually a gauge or sender fails it's all or nothing seems like. And that sending unit is a real chore...
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tom3 replied to the thread AFM Disabler differences?.I can't touch mine with the extended warranty - so I like to hear reports like this!
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Really? I’m at 160k miles with AFM active since day 1……
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tom3 replied to the thread AFM Disabler differences?.I would add, do pretty quick. 90k miles is right in the danger zone for engine and transmission failures due to that cylinder confusion...
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tom3 replied to the thread $64 for 8-Quart Full Synthetic Oil Change at local GMC dealer.Usually with our 5.3 the 8 quart fill up leaves it about 1/4 quart low. Close enough for me, 8 quarts is kind of a 3 qt. waste anyway.
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tom3 replied to the thread Judder between 20-40 MPH and 1000-1500 RPMs.I'd suggest getting the pan off the transmission quick. See what's in the bottom and how the fluid looks. You might be able to save...
