What did you do to your NNBS GMT900 Tahoe/Yukon Today?

[swathdiver]

With temps below 70 early last evening, I finally had a chance to repair my rear window defogger tab. Around the time of the last winter cold snap, the tab fell off the heating element so I bought the Permatex 21351 kit. Upon reading the instructions it said not use when temperatures were above 73 or something. So I shelved the project until now, took all of 5 minutes and now it's been curing and will test it out tonight.

 

[GranPrix]

With temps below 70 early last evening, I finally had a chance to repair my rear window defogger tab. Around the time of the last winter cold snap, the tab fell off the heating element so I bought the Permatex 21351 kit. Upon reading the instructions it said not use when temperatures were above 73 or something. So I shelved the project until now, took all of 5 minutes and now it's been curing and will test it out tonight.

Let us know how it goes. Mine also broke off but I'm further south so I might be waiting a bit longer than you.

 

[Ilikemtb999]

Changed the oil last night and found my trans cooler lines are leaking but wasn’t sure where. Hosed it all off and will wait and see. Also after looking at pictures of new ones it looks like the feds decided to “fix” one already.

 

[Hi-psi]

A while back I installed a Fumoto valve to make oil changes easier/cleaner.

I'm still trying to come up with a solution for the oil filter removal, which can be a bit messy. So far the best method is using a nail to punch a hole in the lowest point of the filter and then let it drain first. This works, but still requires a drain pan or a funnel and jug.

I'd love to find some type of self piercing/tapping drain valve that you could attach a rubber line to.

I found a product like this for aircraft engine oil filters that looks like it would work, but the price ($40) is a bit more than I'd like to drop on such a luxury. Anyone have any ideas?



I found this one that is cheaper, but it doesn't look like the company is still around.

Also found this video, which really to me is the best approach, a strong magnet, stick to the bottom of the filter, tap with a hammer to pierce, open the valve. But, doesn't look like the guy is still around or making them.

 

[Ilikemtb999]

Interesting, I just use a wrench to loosen it and then spin it enough till it pours out and let it sit. Still gets messy. I forgot to order a fumoto valve. I’ll have to get on it before my next change. Had one on my Subaru and it was amazing.

 

[Hi-psi]

Let me say, I'm not some prissy missy that is worried about getting dirty. LOL However, I live in an apartment complex that is extremely strict on a no vehicle maintenance policy. So, what I usually do is drive a couple miles up the road to the Advance Auto and do my oil changes in the parking lot there. If I could come up with a cleaner way of addressing the oil filter, then I wouldn't have to lug my oil drain pan with me when I do it. Just a couple of empty oil jugs.

 

[gpracer1]

It seems they used fluid filled motor mounts for a reason.
I can now totally feel the engine idle like it a bit "rougher", after installing driver side Hummer mount.

 

[Regency]

Washed her!

 

[Doubeleive]

this is for freon cans but no logical reason you couldn't just attach some rubber hose to the fitting and use it for oil
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Refrigeran...=item35c8c19a5a:g:GHUAAOSwstxVRhaS:rk:20:pf:0

A while back I installed a Fumoto valve to make oil changes easier/cleaner.

I'm still trying to come up with a solution for the oil filter removal, which can be a bit messy. So far the best method is using a nail to punch a hole in the lowest point of the filter and then let it drain first. This works, but still requires a drain pan or a funnel and jug.

I'd love to find some type of self piercing/tapping drain valve that you could attach a rubber line to.

I found a product like this for aircraft engine oil filters that looks like it would work, but the price ($40) is a bit more than I'd like to drop on such a luxury. Anyone have any ideas?



I found this one that is cheaper, but it doesn't look like the company is still around.

Also found this video, which really to me is the best approach, a strong magnet, stick to the bottom of the filter, tap with a hammer to pierce, open the valve. But, doesn't look like the guy is still around or making them.

 

[Hi-psi]

this is for freon cans but no logical reason you couldn't just attach some rubber hose to the fitting and use it for oil
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Refrigeran...=item35c8c19a5a:g:GHUAAOSwstxVRhaS:rk:20:pf:0

Yeah, I actually considered that...but I don't think it would work. Those are usually smaller diameter, designed for refrigerant cans that are about the size of a coke can. Plus with the thickness of them, wouldn't be able to get around the oil filter in a lot of applications.

Really need something like that Youtube video that would attach to the bottom of the filter.