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  1. INW-Iron-Steel

    Rebuilding 4l60e

    I'd do everything. My philosophy is to build the strongest/best unit I can afford to build because I KNOW I will be hard on it. I told the shop who built mine that I fully intended to put a cammed 6.0 in the truck. They essentially built a 4l70 with some aftermarket extras. Stout unit, I've beat...
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    What CV Axle Are You Buying?

    Understandable. I think I would rather just change the axles instead of attempting to work on these ones right now. Could they be okay? Maybe. But my 800 is quickly approaching 300K miles, and I think I would rather just put in some quality new axles and be done with it. Surely someone has to...
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    HVAC Controls

    Good to know on the newer style compressors! I am a big fan of the stretch belt. Keep in mind they are one time use. I learned that the hard way
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    Loose steering

    I think that is the lower shaft. It is great that GM still offers that! I just pulled up my order history and this was the part number. I'd assume one of those two part numbers was the last "iteration" before it was discontinued. Maybe there's some NOS stuff lying around somewhere.
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    What CV Axle Are You Buying?

    I just stumbled across these. Wondering if anyone has experience with them? https://axiomsupply.com/products/axiom-supply-reaper-series-cv-axle-assembly-gm-truck-1500-6-lug-silverado-sierra-1999-2006 Mainly because my rig is approaching 300k miles. I'd prefer to install a high quality new...
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    Loose steering

    I am not seeing the GM genuine unit offered anymore, I guess mine has been in there a while... But, it looks like Borgeson makes a nice one for the GMT800 https://www.borgeson.com/99-08-Full-Size-Chevy-GMC-Truck.html
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    Loose steering

    You have to pull the upper shaft to do the column bearing correct? I would, my upper shaft was worn and making noise. I replaced it with a nice GM Genuine one. If it is out, you might as well replace it. I hate trying to wedge myself down under the dash
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    Loose steering

    Did you get a new steering shaft?
  9. INW-Iron-Steel

    GMT800 Airbag kit

    Hi all! I am considering taking the airbags off my 04 Sierra and was wondering if any member here might be interested in the whole kit. With my truck being lowered, the airbags have made the suspension extremely stiff. They have also caused a "stinkbug" stance that I can's stand. I could source...
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    Loose steering

    I was catching up on this thread and was going to warn you about that. Delco for the most part is just a name on a box. And, unfortunately, usually just a "white box" part with a label. If I want as close to OE as possible for these rigs, I try to source Delphi parts. Delphi actually made a lot...
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    What CV Axle Are You Buying?

    I almost always do. But, I am pretty sure I have Cardone axles in the 93'. They were some of the only axles I could source with that sensor ring during the COVID part shortage debacle. I assumed they wouldn't last long, but they have held up surprisingly well.
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    What CV Axle Are You Buying?

    Why did I have to look at this thread a few days back? My driver CV just started clicking :( Anyway, I think there are three I am looking at buying, but I am going to swab the axles side-to-side first. Moog 10H001 Precision GM8033C Cardone 66-1009 The first two have thermoplastic outboard...
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    2004 RCSB 4x4 - The Mail Truck

    New look! I scored these on marketplace. I was told takeoffs from a 24 Sierra, and that checks out because the DOT numbers are same year. I'll take that for under $200. The 18s with 285s are on the Suburban (and look amazing). The black 17s that were originally on this are goin to my old man...
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    Gear ratio

    Though I have never personally tried it, someone told me years ago the Trailblazer I6 (vortec 4200) converter was a good upgrade for a mild cam pickup. Any thoughts?
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    Gear ratio

    Turbo. That's it. The 5.3 and 6.0 have the same stroke length. That is why the 5.3 works OK in a heavy vehicle and the 4.8 is pretty much worthless for doing real work (4.8 van with a trailer is downright pathetic). In my opinion, you over-cammed the 4.8 for your application. That 212/218 cam...
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    My first GMT800, 01 2500HD LQ4

    Nice truck and cool thread! I see you're using the "beefy" Dorman RD stuff. I'm not typically a fan of Dorman, but the marketing got me. And, I gotta say, I've been impressed. The Dorman stuff has lasted at least as long as the Moog stuff I took out. I usually heat the arm (or component...
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    GMT900 upgrade with 17” OEM snowflake wheels?

    You will be impressed. @Marky Dissod is correct, initial pedal feel is similar to stock. But when you really get in them, brace your forehead for impact.
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    GMT900 upgrade with 17” OEM snowflake wheels?

    Glad you got it figured out! Just an FYI, there are two different calipers that use different pads. This is information for the next time you do brakes on the truck. 1092 pads pair with 285/286 calipers. and 1363 pads with 351/352 calipers. Again, just an FYI if you need replacement pads. You...
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    GMT900 upgrade with 17” OEM snowflake wheels?

    I cannot confirm factory 17s, but here is my 04 with GMT900 brakes and aftermarket 17s. Of note, this brake "upgrade" was available on some GMT800s from the factory.
  20. INW-Iron-Steel

    Dead 4x4, and/or dead 4L60?

    Fully support the manual T-case endeavor. I have never owned a 4x4 without manual shift for the exact reason above. I went full manual in my 93 with a posi-lok. Anyway, a few notes: -The pump rub issue has been addressed and fixed (with case saver and upgraded case options) if you did find a...

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