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  1. skpyle

    New guy with a 2013 Escalade ESV Premium AWD

    Actually, that will work. It will then match my 928S, which has 4-piston Brembo's. :D
  2. skpyle

    New guy with a 2013 Escalade ESV Premium AWD

    A-Ha! Thanks, I obviously misread the posts I saw. Thanks for the clarification!
  3. skpyle

    New guy with a 2013 Escalade ESV Premium AWD

    Sweet, thank you! Very good to know.
  4. skpyle

    New guy with a 2013 Escalade ESV Premium AWD

    Very true. Which is why I just completed going through the brakes. Turned all four rotors, new pads, all new hardware, slider pins, drag reduction clips, flushed the brake fluid, etc...then bedded in the pads to the rotors. In the future, I am considering upgrading to the 16" front rotors and...
  5. skpyle

    New guy with a 2013 Escalade ESV Premium AWD

    What all did you have to do?
  6. skpyle

    New guy with a 2013 Escalade ESV Premium AWD

    I don't plan on going that fast ever, really. I-85 is in a perpetual state of reconstruction and is in atrocious condition. And is littered with Highway Patrol. Its just good to know I can if I want to... Yep, I am very happy with it. I like having power to spare when I am driving. Gives me...
  7. skpyle

    New guy with a 2013 Escalade ESV Premium AWD

    :D
  8. skpyle

    New guy with a 2013 Escalade ESV Premium AWD

    Because I am a chicken-sh*t. I will do 140 in my 928. I am nervous to go above 120 in my Escalade.
  9. skpyle

    New guy with a 2013 Escalade ESV Premium AWD

    Last Friday, Black Bear Performance E-mailed me the tunes for the ECM and TCM. I had to work all weekend, so I didn't get them downloaded until Monday night. Test drive went well. Tonight, I drove to work. The shifts are crisper and more positive feeling. As for the engine, well, on the highway...
  10. skpyle

    Turn steering with engine not running...should or should no do? 2013 Escalade ESV

    I would agree, except it was common lore for all 2nd Generation Explorers. The service manual even warned against turning the steering without the engine running the pump. It was quite the pain in the kazooie when doing brake and suspension work.
  11. skpyle

    Turn steering with engine not running...should or should no do? 2013 Escalade ESV

    Sweet! That is how I do it when I work on my little 1984 S-10 and its recirculating ball power steering gear. Thanks!
  12. skpyle

    Turn steering with engine not running...should or should no do? 2013 Escalade ESV

    Thank you very much!
  13. skpyle

    Turn steering with engine not running...should or should no do? 2013 Escalade ESV

    G'morning, gentlemen. I have a stupid question: is it a bad idea to turn the steering of my 2013 Escalade ESV with the engine off? Meaning does it cause issues with the power steering hydraulic system? I know this seems simple, but I come from over 8 years with my 1999 Explorer. On it, turning...
  14. skpyle

    New guy with a 2013 Escalade ESV Premium AWD

    Do it!!!
  15. skpyle

    New guy with a 2013 Escalade ESV Premium AWD

    Thank you! I bought WeatherTech mats years ago for my Explorer and loved them! They were a requirement to me for my Escalade. Thanks!
  16. skpyle

    New guy with a 2013 Escalade ESV Premium AWD

    Random thing I learned tonight. While replacing the belts and tensioner, I took the opportunity to check the torque on the intake manifold bolts. I don't remember where I read that suggestion, but I felt it was worth checking. Although, being a 2013, it should be fine. (Yes, I know. I have ALOT...
  17. skpyle

    New guy with a 2013 Escalade ESV Premium AWD

    Sweet, good to know. Thanks!
  18. skpyle

    New guy with a 2013 Escalade ESV Premium AWD

    In a surprising bit of productivity, I was able to get the engine serpentine drive belt and AC compressor belts changed this evening. As well as the idler pulley and tensioner assembly. Granted, both old belts looked to be in very good condition. No fraying, no cracking across the grooves. They...
  19. skpyle

    New guy with a 2013 Escalade ESV Premium AWD

    This morning, I pulled the 3rd row seats out so I could install a WeatherTech cargo mat in the back. I got the longer mat offered. I have WeatherTech floor mats in the front and second rows, and really like them. Removing the seats was a pain because I am an idiot and read too fast. I read the...
  20. skpyle

    New guy with a 2013 Escalade ESV Premium AWD

    I agree. This one is subtle, and understated. It blends in with the engine compartment.
  21. skpyle

    New guy with a 2013 Escalade ESV Premium AWD

    This one from Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07KK81KMG?ref=ppx_yo2_dt_b_product_details&th=1 I read through all 23 pages of the 'Finally Jumped on the Catch Can Bandwagon' thread in the Engines & Drivetrain forum. I found this one in there and thought it would serve my needs.
  22. skpyle

    New guy with a 2013 Escalade ESV Premium AWD

    I installed a new catch can today in the driver’s side PCV plumbing.
  23. skpyle

    New guy with a 2013 Escalade ESV Premium AWD

    Thank you! This is the result of paying attention for the past 15 years. Go ahead and get maintenance up to date and out of the way.
  24. skpyle

    Finally Jumped on the Oil Catch Can Bandwagon

    New Amazon catch can came in. I fabbed up a little mounting plate and have installed it on the alternator bracket. I am doing an oil change in 300 miles, so that will be too early to tell. Next change will be 5000 miles. I will drain the catch can and see what I get.
  25. skpyle

    New guy with a 2013 Escalade ESV Premium AWD

    Thanks! I am still learning, this is my first GM SUV.

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