Tonyrodz
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Careful when you pull that tape off, it might pull some of the clearcoat with it.
There are just some days I wish I didn't turn wrenches
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Yep, thought of that. The passenger side, above both doors, shows clearcoat problems but none at driver's side.
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The driver's side outside mirror looks to be very expensive when buying new. Best price I can find is a dreaded Dorman mirror at RA for $592.79. Genuine GM is way up there. I reached out to @915_Tahoe and am waiting to hear back.
Does anyone know of a used mirror option? Thanks.
Does anyone know of a used mirror option? Thanks.
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Got the 2007 Lexus IS350 back from detailer yesterday. In about an hour, I replaced the engine air filter, the cabin air filter, the engine hood struts and the trunk struts and did the oil change. Took 24 pics and posted it at CL. Had a call about it 15 minutes later. Road test, I drove. The 22 year old did not have his license or insurance cards with him but had in his phone but that phone pic does not mean it is current. I drove and he bitched. I said can the bitching or go away. He settled down. We settled on $8k and then he balked when I said I was taking the Ca. license plate off. I told him if gets in accident before he transfers title, I could be liable back to that license plate. He flashed the $8k at me and I stood my ground. He drove away with his girlfriend. It will sell soon. Not worried about it.
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Ordered the two rear door window regulator/motor assemblies for the 2005 GMC Duramax and will be installing them. I also figured out the d/s outside mirror application and price of just under $600. Crazy price. Only one at RA is a Dorman and is more than a Genuine GM part at GM Parts Direct. I think the RA one is where I am gonna go. easier for return if needed and the GM part may not be in stock and on back order with all the supply problems. I am not gonna buy the truck but he is paying me to get it ready and I will sell for him. He is an old vet and has to have a rolling walker to get around. The truck would make a great trailer puller or work truck but myself and my girl have just decided to slow down when it comes to trailering on the road. Travel yes, stay at a hotel or motel yes, stay at a camp model at campgrounds yes, deal with the purchase price and insurance and upkeep of owning a trailer.....NO.
If anyone is looking for a 2005 GMC Sierra SLE crew cab 6.5 bed Duramax/Allison combination in the PNW, let me know. Guarantee you, I can get you a good price.
If anyone is looking for a 2005 GMC Sierra SLE crew cab 6.5 bed Duramax/Allison combination in the PNW, let me know. Guarantee you, I can get you a good price.
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Just talked to the Duramax owner. He does not want to pay for a new mirror and does not want to fix it before sale. Whoever may want this, will get a reduced price for that mirror. It is cracked and does not move with the inside adjustment switch but you can see out of it while driving. It is set at the right spot for viewing beside and behind the driver. Could likely get a salvage yard mirror someplace.
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My 10:00 appointment showed this morning for brake inspection. was complaining of noise and vibes. I heard the dragging noise going slow thru the neighborhood, where noises bounce back off the homes. At highway speed and on exit ramp, has severe pulsation. Can feel in steering wheel and seat of pants. The pads are all wearing even and are very thin and brake fluid was low from displacement. I ordered in 2 new front rotors, 2 new rear rotors, front pads and rear pads, from RA.
When I went to tear it down, each wheel had a theft lug nut and I had to use the special tool for that. I told him I don't want to put them back on and then repeat when we do brake work. He gave me money and I went to the local AZ and with my military discount, 4 shouldered chrome cap lug nuts were $12.14. He paid with his c/c for the brake parts and gave me a $20 for the lug nuts and $30 for the inspection. He will pay me $240 for the labor when I do the work.
Both front and rear pads come with shims and all hardware/clips.
So....next week I will be doing the brake work and the 2 window regulators on the 2005 GMC Duramax.
When I went to tear it down, each wheel had a theft lug nut and I had to use the special tool for that. I told him I don't want to put them back on and then repeat when we do brake work. He gave me money and I went to the local AZ and with my military discount, 4 shouldered chrome cap lug nuts were $12.14. He paid with his c/c for the brake parts and gave me a $20 for the lug nuts and $30 for the inspection. He will pay me $240 for the labor when I do the work.
Both front and rear pads come with shims and all hardware/clips.
So....next week I will be doing the brake work and the 2 window regulators on the 2005 GMC Duramax.
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I'm quite familiar with that exact sound you described! The cable frayed and got wrapped up in itself inside, on that spool. My driver window did this five years ago. I took it apart to see what I needed to order to replace it. Ended up taking the assembly apart and replacing the cable. Then put the money I would've spent towards H3 mounts: https://www.tahoeyukonforum.com/threads/growing-up-doesnt-have-to-suck.93510/post-1283960
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@915_Tahoe got back to me with the correct mirror part number. It was what I thought it was but was blown away by the almost $600 Dorman price at RA and wanted to be sure.
Owner is still not gonna spring for the part.
Does anyone have a link or 5 for used GM truck parts like this mirror?
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At my age, I am more of a parts replacer than opening components up and replacing a part inside. Plus, it is the customer's money.
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