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  1. Frank Enstein

    5.7 Vortec intermittent long crank (fresh thread)

    Test the coolant temp sensor. If it's got too much resistance the computer thinks it is much cooler than it is and gives too much fuel at startup leading to long crank times. The clamp/pressure drop is puzzling but it may be a dribbling injector. prime the pump a few times and see if any of the...
  2. Frank Enstein

    Speedo not working after nv4500 swap

    Check for damaged wiring. if the transfer case is the same one as before the swap, it won't know you changer the trans. You just need to look at what changed during the swap.
  3. Frank Enstein

    Clutch pedal popping/clicking.

    No, it would just need to be replaced.
  4. Frank Enstein

    '89 SEALED BEAM SWAP OUT TO '94 COMPOSITE?

    If you want to learn Waaaaaaayyyyyy too much about headlights/lighting go to the candlepower forums and to Daniel Stern lighting.
  5. Frank Enstein

    '89 SEALED BEAM SWAP OUT TO '94 COMPOSITE?

    I did the opposite conversion on Frank. Very good glass-lens headlights are expensive and aren't much better than the quads. Eventually I will install 60mm Hella projector headlights in Frank.
  6. Frank Enstein

    Sway bar link angle and popping noises..etc

    Vertical play could be caused by the LCA bushings, ball joints, or the bearings. A very small amount of play can easily cause very spooky driving.
  7. Frank Enstein

    Sway bar link angle and popping noises..etc

    In a perfect world the sway bar attachments would be parallel to the ground @ ride height. In the real world try to get it close. Most people overtighten the end links. The end link bolt/nut should be tightened just enough to make the bushing bulge enough to match the washer diameter. That is...
  8. Frank Enstein

    Cab mounts repaired and new polly bushings installed

    I have them on Frank. Someone here commented on them giving a "more informed ride". I agree. You can feel the little bumps like tar strips but they cushion the big hits like potholes well.
  9. Frank Enstein

    Radial Play Specifications

    Sounds like time for a repair bearing or axle shaft to me!
  10. Frank Enstein

    Lug nut/wheel identify

    How large is the hole where the stud goes through and how thick is the wheel at that point? What vehicle are they going on?
  11. Frank Enstein

    Clutch pedal popping/clicking.

    If the transmission's release bearing tube is worn it can cause those symptoms. The tube needs to be smooth or the release bearing can bind on the tube
  12. Frank Enstein

    MIRRORS which?

    I have the Dodge "Elephant Ear" Towing mirrors on Frank and I like them but he's a dually. I have no idea what tomfoolery they used to put them on but if it's like everything else the previous owner did it's prolly roof mastic, booger welds, and wallpaper paste holding them on. I've been afraid...
  13. Frank Enstein

    Oil Priming on L31 Vortec

    I like to leave the pre-luber in place when installing the engine so I can't damage the distributor cap. I run the pre-luber with the air drill while I spin the engine over slowly with the alternator nut 2 full revolutions and then put the distributor in after.
  14. Frank Enstein

    Worst OBS mods

    Frank has the Dodge "Elephant Ears" tow mirrors. They are always in Trailer Deploy Mode because Frank's got a big butt. Sucks going through the ATM but if the mirrors fit the fenders will too even when folded in. When I switch the doors out they are going right back on!
  15. Frank Enstein

    Worst OBS mods

    Buy your drugs here!
  16. Frank Enstein

    Hey Guys I Need Help Quick

    The old house sold! I'm FREEEEEEEEEEE!
  17. Frank Enstein

    Oil Filters with good anti-drainback valves?

    I don't see how. A little puff of oil , yes but tapping on startup no.
  18. Frank Enstein

    Oil Filters with good anti-drainback valves?

    Not on a Gen III/IV small block AKA "LS" engines.
  19. Frank Enstein

    Oil Filters with good anti-drainback valves?

    Beat me to it!
  20. Frank Enstein

    lower rad hose 5.7 motor 41 "(overall width) rad. can't find proper hose

    That will do upper and lower hoses. If you just need the lower SUM-390036, SUM-390024, and SUM-390012 are single hoses the last two numbers are the included hose length.
  21. Frank Enstein

    lower rad hose 5.7 motor 41 "(overall width) rad. can't find proper hose

    SUM-390048 @ summitracing.com Will fix it!
  22. Frank Enstein

    Anyone need a 6.5 TD for free?

    I am parting out my 94 C2500 Suburban 6.5 TD. I'm stripping parts for Frank my 92 K3500. The engine quit running several years ago. I believe the computer lost it's mind. When I'm done stripping it you can have what's left. The trans and rear end are gone and I'm keeping the turbo. So it...
  23. Frank Enstein

    New member from Saskatchewan

    Welcome!
  24. Frank Enstein

    White smoke on startup

    It is normal for an engine to send out a bit of steam out the tailpipe @ cold start. You may be seeing it because you are looking for it now and weren't before. Like Shurkey said oil smoke is generally blueish. That could be valve stem seals on the exhaust side. If you pull the spark plugs...
  25. Frank Enstein

    Fuel Gauge way past Full - How to test wiring at tank?

    The image isn't too clear. The left side is the float end and the right side is the pivot end.

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