Recent content by mayvillain
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Hard Shifts After 4-Wheeling
I bought a 2002 Silverado 2500HD (8.1/Allison) in March, 135,000 miles. Love this truck. Went on a somewhat unplanned 4x4 adventure in Bishop, CA. During a very long, very steep climb in 4x4 High, I noticed the Trans Temp got to 250; highest I've ever seen it. I pulled over and cooled off and...- mayvillain
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- Forum: Engine & Performance
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Dealing with power steering leak from brake booster
Also, quick update: I decided to try my luck with a rebuild. I bought the $35 seal kit from Pirate Jack; heard it was a little better than A1 (or whatever). My expectations are low, but since it’s an accessible part and I’m short on money I figured id try that before dropping $650 on the...- mayvillain
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- Forum: Suspension, Steering & Brakes
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Dealing with power steering leak from brake booster
So it is indeed the booster itself that is leaking, not the lines. It's leaking on the bottom in the back, right where the main housing bolts together. Seems like an easy enough fix, although the part itself is a little pricey. Thank you for the advice and the video!- mayvillain
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- Forum: Suspension, Steering & Brakes
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Dealing with power steering leak from brake booster
First post; I just graduated from the GMT400 forum when I bought a 2002 Silverado 2500HD. It has the 8.1L/Allison trans combo. I bought it with a significant "power steering leak." The previous owner was letting it leak and topping off the fluid occasionally. There is a LOT of fluid in the...- mayvillain
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- Forum: Suspension, Steering & Brakes
