2000 z71 repair advice

[aidandj]

I bought it...and i love it. Time to start putting some work into it. Dealer wants 5000 (!!!!????) to get it back to full working condition I think I can do it myself for less. Here is a list of everything wrong with it. Could anyone tell me what stuff I can do myself and which stuff i should just go to the dealer for? Ive included prices in case it would be cheaper to just go to the dealer

Brakes Pulsate $95 (doesn't bother me I'll replace it when i do the breaks)
4hi light out(assuming this is the light on the dash, i dont care much about that)
Exhaust Leak (going to get a new exhaust system anyways)
Brake Flush $109
Left Valve cover leaking $246
Original wire set $650
Serp Belt $120 (just bought one at O'reillys)
PS Flush? $109
Exhaust Leak manifold $156
Coolant flush $154
Door pins and bushings $190 a door (just bought 2 for $8.99)
Pitman arm $340 (just bought a new one also)
4 lines? (cant read the handwriting) $600
old (or oil) coolant lines $245
front pinion seal $142
oil filter adapter gasket $256
Rear breaks $312 (I would do at les schwab)
drums need turn
front differential service $60
Inner tie rod end $147 (not sure which side bad handwriting)
license bulbs $22 (going to put in leds anyways)
Broken wheel stud $110
Induction service throttle $119
LF Door actuator $253 (found one for $72 can i replace myself?)
Intake leaking $685

Any input would be greatly appreciated thanks ahead of time guys.


Aidan DJ

---------- Post added at 11:50 AM ---------- Previous post was at 11:48 AM ----------

Oh and one other quick question. For some reason the rear cargo doors unlock with the unlock button but do not lock automatically. Is this normal or a problem?

 

[M3PO]

I doubt anyone can answer the question, unless they know your level of talent, your shop, and tools. Anyone can fix anything given unlimited time and funds. If you are not comfortable with the job, find help or take it to the dealer/shop.
I would defiantly address the safety items, like the wheel stud, ALL brake issues, suspension parts. Almost as important would be the manifold leaks.

Good look!

 

[swtz71]

yea all safety stuff should be addressed first. like M3PO said..

 

[Mac]

I'll start you off with a 2$ Baster fix.
PS flush could be dealt with by using a Baster and suck the fluid out and replacing it with new fluid.

I'll let the other guys ...add to the list..

 

[aidandj]

Thanks guys,

Im mainly curious on which repairs can be ripoffs. Like i got quoted 190 for the door pin and bushing replace, and I bought the parts for less than 20 and replaced them in less than an hour. Im trying to balance the stuff that i can do myself with the stuff i should have a shop do. I have limited tools, (basic sockets, jack, can buy cheaper tools) plenty of patience, but not much experience. Also should i be going to the dealer, or can i get better deals at a local shop?

Aidan DJ

 

[adrianb]

$22 for license plate lights seems......fully priced.

 

[aidandj]

$22 for license plate lights seems......fully priced.

Yeah especially when you can get LEDs for under 4 bucks. Anybody know of a good site for cheap LEDs?