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  1. TerryKing

    2012 Tahoe 5.7, tow package: Towing to Florida?

    Hi Everyone, I did do some searching here. I have always run Castrol full synthetic 5W30 as recommended. Now 130K and I wonder about using 10W30 or other as I will be towing in MUCH warmer weather than here in vermont. What are your experiences / opinions with using a heavier weight oil on...
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    Low cold start oil pressure

    Low oil at COLD start. I had a 5.7 startup at -20F where the oil pressure reading seemed to be real low for a couple of minutes. After warmup it was normal. On 10 degree startups now the reading comes right up. It may be the screen etc is SO stuff at -20??
  3. TerryKing

    92 Yukon 5.7 (New engine w/ 20000 miles): Engine Oil??

    Thanks, Guys.. I appreciate the info and opinions.. I'll stay with good synthetic.
  4. TerryKing

    92 Yukon 5.7 (New engine w/ 20000 miles): Engine Oil??

    Hi, it's T4 15w-40. I can get 20+ quarts of this for free... Supposed to be very high quality. The older GM's didn't spec. full synthetic, although I use it in my 2012 Tahow 5.7..Thanks!
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    92 Yukon 5.7 (New engine w/ 20000 miles): Engine Oil??

    Hi Everyone, I have free access to some Shell Rotella T4 oil 5w-40 which is high quality recommended for diesels. Any reason I shouldn't use this in my regular GM350? Thanks!
  6. TerryKing

    Troubleshooting: No Spark: 92 Yukon 5.7L

    THANKS! Went thru sequence; pointed to ignition module in distributor. Replaced and RUNSAgain!
  7. TerryKing

    Oil Change

    What about a "creeper"?? I used to jack the front up about 6 inches, and roll under with the creeper. MUCH easier than crawling... And a small pillow so my neck muscles didn't hate it so much.. This was before I built my barn at age 70 and put a pit in it (Open to the air, barn is on a...
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    Troubleshooting: No Spark: 92 Yukon 5.7L

    THANKS! I'm Starting now...
  9. TerryKing

    Troubleshooting: No Spark: 92 Yukon 5.7L

    Hi Everyone, I would really appreciate pointers on troubleshooting my hardworking old friend 92 Yukon. Running fine, stopped in the yard. Next day won't start. Cranks fine, but not even a cough. Smell fuel at exhaust. Direct connect ignition coil to test sparkplug: No Spark. Replaced...
  10. TerryKing

    My 2012 Tahoe has a place for a secondary battery.

    My 2012 Tahoe has a place for a secondary battery. Can someone point to How-To install / wire a second battery?? Thanks!
  11. TerryKing

    Hollow rattle from front end?

    Rattle on Tahoe?? Hi, I have similar rattle. Found ALL the hubcaps/wheel covers are loose and rattle. I'm on a dirt road; hear it only on those little bumps. The 6 center platic nuts are as tight as possible and wheel cover still is a little loose and rattles.. Any fixes?? update: When I...
  12. TerryKing

    Roof Rack

    OK, I ended up drilling out those 10 holes to 1/2" and using wellnuts (Rubber plugs with threaded inserts) to attach my own design roof rack. It has wood (cherry) front-to-back runners about 3 inches high (curved to match roof contour) with recessed 1/4-20 screws down into the wellnuts and...
  13. TerryKing

    Aftermarket Center Console for 2012 Tahoe??

    I found a NOS in box Havis console on Ebay; I'll post what I do with it... I was about to do something like that toolbox and customize my electronics in the lid...
  14. TerryKing

    Roof Rack

    Hi Guys, Anyone had roof rack on and off Tahoe?? Need info on the attaching hardware! Mine has no roof rack, just 5 holes each side with plastic plugs. The hole is a hex shape, 5/16" across. What type of fastener is used for these?? I want to make my own rack like I did on my old...
  15. TerryKing

    Aftermarket Center Console for 2012 Tahoe??

    I've seen a couple but they were $500 to $750. Wow.. They're nice furniture, but I'm more of a tech-head.. Hmmm....
  16. TerryKing

    Aftermarket Center Console for 2012 Tahoe??

    Hi, Just bought a 2012 Tahoe which was a fleet vehicle. Interior is plain but nice quality. No center console. After looking a lot online, I'm thinking of this console: http://www.fleetsafety.com/chevy-tahoe-console-by-havis-21-2007-2013/ Anyone used one of these or similar aftermarket...
  17. TerryKing

    Mats - Where are the Hooks on the Floor?

    Just got my WeatherTech mats. Box says "Factory Retention Anchors used".. I have a fleet vehicle that came with plain rubberized floor cover. Good for me in snowy/slushy/salty Vermont. I'm about to put the WeatherTechs in. The Drivers side has a 3/8" hole with a V-Oval raised section...
  18. TerryKing

    2012 Tahoe: Where to get constant 12V in overhead front area??

    Thanks.. I was thinking that there are those lights overhead that come on with a manual switch. But maybe those just signal the AutoMagic electronics controls? Hmmm. I have a meter and I'll try to check that out. Anyone have a How-To on opening the trim etc. on those lights. I hate...
  19. TerryKing

    2012 Tahoe: Where to get constant 12V in overhead front area??

    Hi, I need to feed a 12V to USB charger to Hands-Free unit etc. that are mounted on the visor or the above-windshield area. Anyone know where I can grab 12V in the upper area near the overhead lights etc? Any Wire Color Info?? :-) Thanks! Regards, Terry King ...In The Woods In Vermont
  20. TerryKing

    2012 Tahoe: Roof Rack Mounting holes??

    Hi Everyone, My 2012 Tahoe was a fleet vehicle; no roof rack. There are 8 black plastic 'covers' (2 sets of 2 on each side) on the roof. Can you tell me what is UNDER these? What type fastener? Threaded?? I plan to build a custom rack like I did for my earlier Yukon, which had no factory...
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