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    Better Radiator?

    Thank you for the advice!
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    Better Radiator?

    I'm pretty sure I have the 1" one. Did the thicker one bolt right in?
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    Better Radiator?

    Thanks! I do not have a trans cooler.
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    Better Radiator?

    I'm replacing my radiator due to a leak. I was planning on just swapping in an OEM AC Delco replacement but figured I'd ask here first. I have a '97 K1500 Suburban and I tow a camper in the mountains. The truck runs cool when driving under normal everyday conditions. However, when towing in the...
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    1997 Suburban Steering Issues

    I just checked all my lights and everything works (except for one license plate light which you've motivated me to fix!). Also, the functionality of the brake pedal switch was tested when I tested all the contacts on the cruise plug. It test results indicated the brake switch is good.
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    1997 Suburban Steering Issues

    I've tried 2 boxes from the junkyard and neither worked. I know it's not part of the EVO system but in looking at the schematic, they get their speed signal from the same source. That's why I started thinking the problems were possibly related (and because the timing of the failures seemed like...
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    1997 Suburban Steering Issues

    Update: I got a shim kit and a '96 high pressure line. Before I install them, I had a thought which I haven't mentioned on this thread (I thought they were unrelated until now). My cruise control went out about the same time that I noticed the steering over-pressurization. What if they're both...
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    1997 Suburban Steering Issues

    Thanks guys. I've done some research on both of those options. exp500, what's the reason you used a pump and pressure line off a '96? I thought the '96 components didn't have EVO, but you mentioned still plugging into the EVO valve behind the pump. (maybe you meant a '96 steeeing gear??) Would...
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    1997 Suburban Steering Issues

    Thanks Joseph! That is very relevant to my issue. That's the fix I know most people would suggest. I'm a bit worried because I've read mixed reviews on the bypass. Some say the steering feels loose or "easy." What was your take on how it felt after you bypassed it? I know that everyone has their...
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    1997 Suburban Steering Issues

    I'll check out the binding by taking off the tie rod ends. The wheels turn freely when I jack up the front and turn them by hand. After some more research I'm really starting to think it's an issue with the EVO steering system. If any of you really know that system and how to diagnose issues...
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    1997 Suburban Steering Issues

    I'm not sure about binding. I was going to take the steering knuckle off yesterday to feel for any irregularities but I stopped because once I saw how much I'd have to take apart to get to it, I figured I'd just replace them. So I have to get a set before I jump in so I can get the job done all...
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    1997 Suburban Steering Issues

    Thanks for the responses guys. Here's my alignment report. Based on the chat, it sounds like 2.9 should be fine. That number is consistent with another alignment I had done about a year ago when I bought new tires. Because there's no change between the two, I doubt that's the source of my...
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    1997 Suburban Steering Issues

    Thank you for the suggestions. I have recently (maybe 6 months ago) replaced the upper ball joints because a previous alignment revealed some play. I was wondering about the lower ball joints. I'll check those for play and/or binding. Do you have any idea how I could check the steering gear? I...
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    1997 Suburban Steering Issues

    I have a 1997 K1500 Suburban. It's my wife's daily driver so I don't drive it everyday, but probably every two or three days. I got in it about a week ago and the steering was not re-centering very well after a turn or even while driving on a curve. I can let go of the steering wheel on a curve...

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