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  1. Matahoe

    Oil pressure all over the place - SOLVED

    So I put that Valvoline Restore 5w-30 in my truck 3 months ago. For the past few days I've been getting the bells and DIC warning of low oil pressure. The dash gauge goes back and forth from 0 - 40 psi many times during a 5 mile trip. I checked the oil level multiple times and it is full on...
  2. Matahoe

    What's left?

    Nah, we don't get cold. We aren't much different than them Badgers or Minnesotans. Lots of Michiganders in the lower peninsula start wearing shorts in early March. The Upper Peninsula is year-round for some! Ha.
  3. Matahoe

    What's left?

    Thanks for the tips everyone! I didn't realize this subject would get this much attention/replies. I will pick this up and let everyone know when I am pre-approved from my credit union. My research thusfar says a loan in my home state is best. PM me if you would like to help me when I expect to...
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    What's left?

    Does Denver use salt on roads?
  5. Matahoe

    What's left?

    There must be a ton of escalades and higher end gmt800s around Tulsa and Oklahoma City. Lots of aerospace families with engineers and AP mechanics. That's a good bet I'm sure. Thanks
  6. Matahoe

    What's left?

    Ok thanks. Lemonsquad? Hmm. Let's just hope that name has nothing to do with the vehicles being lemons. Ha.
  7. Matahoe

    What's left?

    Interesting. So I guess I just need to quit procrastinating and take some vacation. So, there are just a ton of used trucks a long side the road? Only difference being down there they are in reasonable shape and up here in the north the are literally about to fall apart? Hehe. I have relatives...
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    What's left?

    Through the years my 05 Tahoe has been mostly gone over 2 or 3 times front to rear. It's arguably been refurbished and serviced more than it deserves. Most major parts have been replaced including fuel pump body insulator mounts, heads refurbed... the usual tuneup and all steering and brake...
  9. Matahoe

    Block off master cylinder

    I'm here...I'm there...I'm everywhere. You people think you live in a perfect world or something? And relax it's a stopgap fix. I don't drive the damn thing. I just don't want kritters in my neighborhood getting poison. Boy..some people really have nothing better to say. I'll be sure to steer...
  10. Matahoe

    Block off master cylinder

    I got it figured out. Thanks
  11. Matahoe

    Block off master cylinder

    Hey everyone. Well it's near spring time and as usual stuff starts rusting. So it seems I sprung a brake leak on a line going.to the right rear brake and am hemorging fluid fast. I want to block off the port at the master cylinder. My question is what type of bolt would allow me the block off...
  12. Matahoe

    1999 Tahoe, soft brake pedal

    You can do that but either way you will need to bleed the lines again after driving. Maybe 2 or 3 times. The automated bleed just lets you do it in the shop so you're not having to drive then bleed repeatedly.
  13. Matahoe

    Rough start on 1/4th tank?

    Check the fuel pressure like Will suggested in the first reply. That's a pretty good starting point assuming all the basics are good. Any check engine light? If it's been reset you will want to take the truck for a spin on the highway and some stop and go traffic to see if it comes back. Up to...
  14. Matahoe

    New cam and higher # injectors?

    Ok. Good info. Not that big of a deal as far as modding goes. Just staying close to stock with no need for anything else like Holley has to offer. I wish I could mess around with aftermarket stuff like that. Lol. Thinking about getting HP tuners software is about as extreme as I can get atm. I...
  15. Matahoe

    New cam and higher # injectors?

    The fuel tank and lines are similar for both. Common misconception. Already looked into that. If they weren't you wouldn't be able to use E10 or E15 either. Which many do. But yeah the only difference is the PCM programming, injectors and added fuel type sensor and harness. Hence my question. I...
  16. Matahoe

    1999 Tahoe, soft brake pedal

    Binding, chattering or resistance when pressing the brake pedal would either be the linkage from the pedal to the MC or the MC itself. The vacuum booster is easy to rule out. Just disconnect and block off the hose at the booster and see if pedal travel feels any better, worse or same when taken...
  17. Matahoe

    New cam and higher # injectors?

    Ok. So let's say I want to use E85. I would obviously need higher pound injectors like you have. Can you change fuel tables on the fly with HP tuners since my vehicle has no fuel type sensor in it? Or I could just grab a junkyard PCM which had E85 and reprogram the VIN to my vehicle?
  18. Matahoe

    Rear window not working

    My driver's side rear window won't roll down anymore. I can hear the relay activate back at the door but no roll down. Either motor or sticking window because power is getting back there. Just wondering if anyone has any experience and can provide a quick solution? I would rather not have to...
  19. Matahoe

    How good are these ebay service manuals?

    I did the library route as well but the information is lacking and not even equivalent to Alldatadiy information. Looking for full diagrams with part numbers for wiring, connectors, pins, harness clamps and such. I don't want to pay big $$ since the new Alldatadiy pricing went into effect. I'm...
  20. Matahoe

    Battery drain

    I found some pins in the harness connector going to my automatic leveling suspension pump was corroded. Had to replace the pins in there. One is always hot and will drain your battery if corroded or allowed to come into contact with water from going through puddles or car washes. Just something...
  21. Matahoe

    Rear Axle/Differential Rebuild AAR

    If I ever have any rear end issues I'll be sure to try and reference this. I just don't have the wear with all to casually read this. I'm sure it's great.
  22. Matahoe

    "Soft" brake pedal when engine running

    From experience a spongy brake pedal is with out a doubt air in the system. Either in master cylinder, ABS module or lines/calipers. Air in ABS module accumulator section would require bleeding at the module itself (somewhat challenging) or using a scan tool to activate the automatic bleed...
  23. Matahoe

    OK to reuse thermostat housing?

    Going forward you might want to put a bottle of UV dye in the recovery tank so as to keep an eye on any small leaks that may develop. Not absolutely necessary but it wouldn't hurt for added piece of mind.
  24. Matahoe

    OK to reuse thermostat housing?

    I bought a new housing from the dealer years ago. It included the thermostat. I remember having to make sure it was correct for my application because there are some part number differences. Guess that's why I had the dealer look it up for me.
  25. Matahoe

    Rough start on 1/4th tank?

    Rough start or extended crank start? I guess they could be related. I had to replace my EVAP canister, purge and vent valve years ago to fix my extended crank issue. But that was when I had the tank out to clean it, inspect the EVAP lines and replace the fuel pump. I think it was flooding the...

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