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  1. evilunclegrimace

    Does the 5.7 tbi need back pressure to run correctly?

    What are you planning on doing for O2 sensor feed back to the computer? Is the elimination of the muffler and catalytic converter going to pass emmissions in your state? Are you planning on keeping the TBI fuel system?
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    Storage box bolt size

    The factory bolt is 25 mm long.:33:
  3. evilunclegrimace

    Yukon/suburbon interchangeability

    ALL of the front end parts will fit, fenders ,hood, core support,grill, inner fenders,bumper,bumper brackets.
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    1988 K2500 5.7 NP241C remove and replace transfer case with engine and transmission installed?

    I have removed many T cases and never had to jack up the transmission to get them out. A stubby wrench is your friend. Drain the T case, Unhook the wiring harness and remove the drive shaft. Remove the the T case shift linkage and the 6 bolts that hold the T case to the adapter. Then slide it...
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    Tbi fuel pressure gauge adapter

    https://www.summitracing.com/parts/ado-88894338
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    '97 Steering Gearbox Replacement Guidance

    I have already gone through ALL of the part numbers and Yes, there are different numbers for different trucks,BUT like I said they will all bolt up and work on the K series. Take my '98 suburban K 1500, there are 2 different part numbers for the same application based on the steering gear case...
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    '97 Steering Gearbox Replacement Guidance

    They all fit. I just installed a 1988 K 3500 steering gear in my 1998 K 1500 suburban. They might have different part numbers but, they bolt in the truck just fine.
  8. evilunclegrimace

    TBI to HEI

    As far as a step backwards, the TBI does not have the ability to give me the timing curve I need with this much HP Would you explain what this means^
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    Breaking yard etiquette. Discussion debate personal views please

    I bet that would make a great SAS project with a 4.3 in it
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    Really wish ppl would stop bringing me trucks with hydraulic fluid in trans

    https://www.geocelusa.com/product/2300-construction-tripolymer-sealant/
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    No fan clutch

    The vortec engines came with a metal fan with 5 blades if the truck did not have A/C or if it did not have a heavy duty cooling system.
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    Really wish ppl would stop bringing me trucks with hydraulic fluid in trans

    Before we delve into the nitty-gritty, let’s first clarify what these two terms mean. The word “hygroscopic” comes from the Greek words ‘hygros,’ meaning wet or moist, and ‘skopein,’ meaning to look at or observe. On the other hand, “hydroscopic” is often confused with “hygroscopic,” but it...
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    Really wish ppl would stop bringing me trucks with hydraulic fluid in trans

    The first multi-grade oils were developed in the 1950s. They featured a chemical that allowed the oil to alter its viscosity based on temperature. The SAE came up with a number system for this. The first number, the one with the “W” next to it, indicates cold temperature viscosity —”W” for...
  14. evilunclegrimace

    Vibration?

    5 pounds of fuel presseure is not correct for a TBI engine. 9-13 is the factory spec with closer to 13 being the preferred pressure.
  15. evilunclegrimace

    93 5.7 cat delete o2 sensor light

    No, The O2 sensor is concerned with what is happening with the engine, It does not care what happens in the downsteam exhaust.
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    Vacuum canister

    The proper term is Ignorant. Everyone is Ignorant about some thing
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    Brake problems, f*** EU regulation

    Up until '90 for sure.
  18. evilunclegrimace

    Brake problems, f*** EU regulation

    Measure the rotor thickness and let us know what you come up with, also how about a picture of the brake booster.
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    Vacuum canister

    I wonder if he/she is related to Peezy555.:anitoof:
  20. evilunclegrimace

    Can a heat soaked starter cause sputtering and surging?

    Start with the standard trouble shooting items,Tune up parts,dirty/fouled plugs? Are the cap and rotor in good shape? Is thefuel pressure,in spec? When was the fuel filter last changed? Are there any broken vacum lines,Hook it to a scanner,see what live data is telling you.
  21. evilunclegrimace

    Shaking rear end

    Another thng to check is the runout on the drive shaft(s) .050 max. Are there any weights missing on the shafts?Has anyone beat on the shaft to change a U joint and dented it at the weld?
  22. evilunclegrimace

    94 350 TBI high idle

    Disconnect the throttle cable and see if the problem persists, also make sure that there is no binding or kinking in the routing of the throttle cable. Check to see if the TBI base gasket has failed and is contacting the throttle plates.
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