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    1994 5.7 idle too low

    You need to get a scan tool (Snap-On MT2500 is a good choice) and see what it tells you. The gauges & tachs on these aren't known for accuracy. I'd be highly interested in what the IAC counts are. If they're over 0, check the scanner to see what the RPM is. Don't be surprised if what the...
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    What are my options for 6x9 speakers in an ext cab?

    Plenty! Preamp: Crown Straight Line One or Parasound P5 (If you'd like a remote and XLR inputs/outputs) Amps: Crown PS 200's or 400's. If you like it loud, you'll want two of either so you can bridge them. Speaker: Klipsch Cornwall I's. / UREI 811C's. Subs: N/A. The x.2 aspect will come...
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    What are my options for 6x9 speakers in an ext cab?

    Save your money and invest in a dedicated 2.2 system for listening, if you're into music. You'll see at least 3x the gains for every dollar you put there vs a car. I consider myself to be a huge audiophile, by my truck's system is stock other than the Infinity plate speakers, '94 CDM swap and...
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    Headers changed

    Are you sure? Have you tried dumping a bag of flour on her and finding the wet spot?
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    Headers changed

    Sounds like you need to get "Natalie" out of there and get Heather back. She turned the truck on before, maybe she'll do it again.
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    1995 k1500, 5.7/350. Backfires through intake

    Oh yeah, you'll want to rectify that with a heated unit. If all you see is one wire going to it, it's a non-heated type. Either way, you'll definitely want to get a scanner and see what it's doing. I've heard O2 sensor cross counts should be 20 or greater. The unit in my truck reports 6 at...
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    Breaking yard etiquette. Discussion debate personal views please

    ^^^Yep, that's what they did to me several years ago when I pulled a quad sealed beam headlight assembly off a GMT400. They tried to ring it up as a "Composite Headlight Assembly" I think, for nearly double the price. If it wasn't for the confused look on her face I'd have probably just went...
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    Breaking yard etiquette. Discussion debate personal views please

    That's mighty generous of you. Twenty years ago I remember that happening all the time. Then it's as if the rejects from Wal-Mart or AutoZone got hired into these places and so they charge for everything. Also have to pay attention the receipt- they've tried to swindle me before by ringing up...
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    1995 k1500, 5.7/350. Backfires through intake

    "Long tube headers.. TBI.." Where at in the header is the O2 sensor? Did you install a heated unit? I've heard that with non-cast iron manifolds the non-heated O2 sensors don't get hot enough. Would be worth getting a scanner and observing what the O2 sensor is doing when it backfires.
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    Breaking yard etiquette. Discussion debate personal views please

    Oh, I had every intention of keeping & buying the parts I was pulling, up until they broke. Just recently we were pulling a passenger side rear door panel for my fiancée's Tahoe. I ended up breaking the plastic clips that hold the panel to the door- the very same reason why hers needs a door...
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    Breaking yard etiquette. Discussion debate personal views please

    I take stuff apart in yards as carefully as I can and always try to close the hood & doors and such to keep water out and to be mindful of the next person coming along. However, I also see it as practice for when I go to work on my own vehicles. Which is a roundabout way of saying I've broken...
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    K1500 lift on a k2500?

    Personally, if I couldn't find any information on one vs the other, I'd pass.
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    I need help with my radio

    Why wouldn't you just keep all questions and updates pertaining to your radio IN THE SAME THREAD? Not only is it concise, but it just might help others down the road. Currently, you've got three threads on this issue. On that note, would it be possible for a moderator to combine all these...
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    4l60e TQ and HP Question

    It's contrary to popular opinion on here, but I like the 4L60E in our 2002 Tahoe. My wife to be knew the original owner, so we know it's the original unit. It's approaching 285k miles with just filter and fluid changes. It's the best shifting four speed auto I've ever driven. Do I beat on...
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    No Brakes!!! Dangerous ride home.

    Hmm, no wonder most people can't stay in their lanes. And here I thought they were just smokin' dope.. Whatever it is, SE Michigan drivers are the F'n worst I've ever witnessed.
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