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    Took The Plunge

    We have an 01 Tahoe LS with over 300k miles on it. Daily driver. Do the maintenance by the book and it will last a long time. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    what oil

    I am still planning on switching to that Valvoline full synthetic high mileage at the next oil change. I switched to Synpower (from Maxlife) in my other car And am getting about 1-2 mpg better, just from that. If you're already running full synthetic I dont think it would improve, but I have...
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    Got an OBD code of P0404 EGR

    I finally got around to scanning the code of the service engine light today. It is P0404 EGR control circuit range / performance. Google search indicates that it might help to remove and clean the EGR valve. Anyone want to comment on doing that? I've never done it before.
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    Torsion bar slipping?

    Have you taken it to a good suspension place and asked them for a diagnosis? Might be worth it, so you know what parts they think need to be addressed. Or if you have access to the Factory SM, it has the diagnostic to follow. For me...I am not a "suspension guy", so I take it to a local place...
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    what oil

    Yes, everybody recommends the Seafoam or ATF flush for an engine that has not been well maintained (oil wise). Will probably do that at the next change. I was planning on going to Valvoline Full Synthetic High Mileage, but may try the racing oil you suggested. Right now, not hearing any...
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    what oil

    thanks for sharing those links. Quick question, if you got a motor that has been poorly maintained, would you still recommend the Valvoline racing oil over the Valvoline MaxSyn Full Synthetic? I've heard the Valvoline Racing is definitely the best for vintage/classic engines, especially if you...
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    AC blowing hot air!

    There should be stickies on all of the AC issues. (Just MHO) Need the service diagrams too, which would be helpful. There are excellent bits and pieces of info on this forum, it just needs to be organized a little better, especially the diagnostic part. On the repair side...hehehe...I...
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    Tune up/fluid change Recomendations

    I do a PCV valve every three years or so, just as a matter of course. Depending on how many miles it has, might want to do a fuel filter too. Cheap and never hurts to do it. Of course, the nomal "belts and hoses" should all be checked and replaced as needed. If you don't have maintenance...
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    Question about antifreeze

    On the pressure test, where is the best place to get the test equipment? (not trying to jack the thread, but it might be helpful for the OP to know) EDIT: WAIT Nevermind...I missed this post earlier. :emotions122...
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    New to the suv scene

    :insane: :) Welcome! We drive an '01 Tahoe with a bone stock 5.3l, 3.2? Posi rear end, and the smooth ride suspension. At 330k miles, its still a blast.
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    AC not working...again.

    Worth getting a new belt and putting it on to see what happens. We will hope for the best!
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    AC not working...again.

    If the compressor is starting to go, you can also get high pressure on the low side and low pressure on the high side. At that many miles, if it's the original compressor, would not surprise me. Here is a really good link to an Autozone Diagnose Common A/C Problems web page...
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    what oil

    Have been using Valvoline high mileage blend 10w30, but plan on switching to Valvoline high mileage full synthetic next oil change. Always use the AC Delco filter. Its cheap, but seems ok. My experience is more frequent oil changes tend to do more good than harm, so I tend to buy cheap BRAND...
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    Which code reader to read/clear DTC, ABS and Airbags?

    In case anyone is interested, I got a reply back, saying the Innova 3160 should do the job. However, I was in a rush and wanted the ABS code, so I went to Harbor Freight and bought the Cen-Tel model for about $100, that also does ABS (no SRS). For now, I am using it and is OK for the price...

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