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01-25-2013, 11:58 AM
Thread: Android Scanner App
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Brian, I got my bluetooth adapter from Amazon. ...
Brian, I got my bluetooth adapter from Amazon. Here is the link.
http://www.amazon.com/BAFX-Products-Bluetooth-Engine-Diagnostics/dp/B006MPZ9VC/ref=aag_m_pw_dp?ie=UTF8&m=A2VZTJP6N0Z6QL
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01-24-2013, 04:53 PM
Thread: Android Scanner App
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Android Scanner App
I just purchased an android tablet, and I've discovered an app that will read my truck's PCM data stream via a bluetooth transmitter that plugs into the ALDL. The app I got is called Torque, and it...
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01-24-2013, 04:39 PM
Thread: Steering column repair request
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What year is your truck? If it's 97 or later,...
What year is your truck? If it's 97 or later, you will have to replace the "multi-function switch", which only requires pulling the steering wheel. If it's earlier, then you'll have to take it down...
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01-24-2013, 04:34 PM
Thread: 92 K1500 no heat
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Are you saying the blower doesn't work, or that...
Are you saying the blower doesn't work, or that none of the HVAC system is working? Since you recently replaced the blower motor, are you sure BOTH the power and ground wires have good connections?
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12-13-2012, 03:54 PM
Thread: 88 Chevy 305 backfires and coughs
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Have you replaced the distributor cap and rotor? ...
Have you replaced the distributor cap and rotor? I've seen them do crazy things, similar to what you're describing.
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12-13-2012, 03:48 PM
Thread: Chevy G20 shimmy
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Have you had your rotors resurfaced? That's the...
Have you had your rotors resurfaced? That's the first place to start. Also, you may have brake caliper dragging. Take a real close look at both calipers and rotors to see if there's any sign of...
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12-13-2012, 03:43 PM
Thread: EBCM on a 2004 Astro Van
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According to my manual, the EBCM is mounted to...
According to my manual, the EBCM is mounted to the frame under the driver's side of the van. The controller is a part of the modulator valve.
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12-13-2012, 03:36 PM
Thread: DRL's are dead, not a bulb issue
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It may be something as simple as a faulty fuse or...
It may be something as simple as a faulty fuse or relay. Really difficult to diagnose on a message board. You need to locate a wiring diagram in order to check it out fully. ...
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12-13-2012, 03:25 PM
Thread: 1995 gmc sierra engine help
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The price is good. The easiest and most...
The price is good. The easiest and most practical thing to do if you used it would be to swap your intake manifold onto that engine and sell the TPI parts off separately.
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12-13-2012, 03:22 PM
Thread: 91 K1500 Transmission Problem!!!
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It sounds like you broke something inside there. ...
It sounds like you broke something inside there. Most likely, you're looking at a major overhaul. Sorry to be the bearer of bad news.
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11-29-2012, 04:11 PM
Thread: 93 K1500 tranny / rear end question
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If it's a 4x4, you can't change the rear axle...
If it's a 4x4, you can't change the rear axle ratio without matching the front to it. YOu haven't described your problem here. Does it not move at all? Does it make noise? Have you checked fluid...
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11-29-2012, 04:07 PM
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Sounds like you may have had a ground circuit...
Sounds like you may have had a ground circuit failure. Take a good, hard look at all your ground wires, not just the negative battery cable. I would also check the connections on the bus bar under...
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11-27-2012, 03:32 PM
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Reversing the battery terminals lets the smoke...
Reversing the battery terminals lets the smoke out of lots things on cars. I've seen entire electrical systems ruined, including PCM, ignition controls, radio, alternator, and any other electronic...
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11-27-2012, 03:23 PM
Thread: 3speedchevys progress page.
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Sorry to be the bearer of bad news here. There...
Sorry to be the bearer of bad news here. There are some pretty significant differences between the 4x4 and 4x2 setups, especially the entire front suspension. Unless you're really good at...
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11-27-2012, 03:19 PM
Thread: 88 s10 questions
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If I recall correctly, the 2.8l with the 5 speed...
If I recall correctly, the 2.8l with the 5 speed was common for 88's. I had an '87 with the 2.8 and auto, and it was a pretty good truck.
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11-27-2012, 03:08 PM
Thread: 1993 K3500 4L80E help needed
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Just a thought here, but have you checked out...
Just a thought here, but have you checked out your shift solenoids? I don't know what the combinations are for that trans, but a bad shift solenoid can cause the loss of 2 gears if it's bad.
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11-15-2012, 04:26 PM
Thread: PCV valve question
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PCV valve question
Have a 2003 Silverado 1500 4X2 ext. cab with 5.3 V8. Just did a tune-up and the original pcv valve is not a valve at all, but a housing with tiny hole in the big end. I used AC Delco replacement...
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11-15-2012, 04:16 PM
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The way to tell if it has HD cooling is to check...
The way to tell if it has HD cooling is to check for oil cooler lines from the oil filter base to the end tank on the radiator (driver's side). I would say it would be kind of rare on a 305 engine. ...
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11-15-2012, 03:59 PM
Thread: Need insight from a 4.3 person
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Those numbers are well within the range of...
Those numbers are well within the range of normal. As long as it's running well and the mileage isn't changing, you're okay.
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11-15-2012, 03:57 PM
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I'm assuming you're talking about the driving...
I'm assuming you're talking about the driving lights in the bumper valance. They only come on when the low beams are on and the switch in the dash is on. There should be an indicator lamp in the...
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11-15-2012, 03:53 PM
Thread: Black Smoke...
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If I were you , I'd put a fuel pressure gage on...
If I were you , I'd put a fuel pressure gage on it first. Key it on and check the pressure, then make sure it holds pressure when off. It sounds to me like your fuel pressure regulator is leaking...
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10-18-2012, 04:37 PM
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If it's the old style, the switch goes in first...
If it's the old style, the switch goes in first (don't forget to connect the arm that attaches the turn signal lever). The coil spring needs to be on the shaft, on top of the bearing cup inside the...
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10-18-2012, 04:29 PM
Thread: Back seat in 1999 silverado
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NO. The seat is designed either to be up...
NO. The seat is designed either to be up (folded) or down (as a seat).
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10-18-2012, 04:21 PM
Thread: Help, Electrical Gremlin
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I would take a long, hard look at the battery...
I would take a long, hard look at the battery cables and all other wires that flex as the engine moves from load to coasting. You might also take a look at the motor mounts, to be sure they are...
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10-18-2012, 04:17 PM
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You need to check and make sure the alternator...
You need to check and make sure the alternator has a good, solid ground. Have actually put a voltage tester on it, or are you depending on the gage? If a tester shows 17 volts, you should return...
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