Search results

  1. skpyle

    Run transmission with no program in TEHCM

    Hello Gentlemen! I am inching ever so closer to starting the overhauled 6.2L engine in my 2013 Escalade. See this thread for context: https://www.tahoeyukonforum.com/threads/2013-escalade-esv-dod-full-delete-becoming-rebuild.156091/ As part of the scope of the work, I had the 6L80...
  2. skpyle

    $100 2013 L94 6.2L used set of 8 pistons, good condition, 175,068 miles

    Hello All! I am selling the used pistons, pins, and circlips from the L94 6.2L in my 2013 Escalade ESV. This set of 8 pistons has 175,068 miles on them, and are in good condition. (in my opinion). The coating on the skirts is worn through, but there are no gouges or scoring. The crowns have...
  3. skpyle

    How to clean coated pistons without damaging the coating?

    Hello Gentlemen, I am going through the L94 6.2L engine in my 2013 Escalade ESV. SUV and engine have 175,*** miles on them. I am having the cylinders lightly honed and installing new rings. All 8 piston crowns are reasonably clean. Most of the carbon wiped off with a brake cleaner soaked rag...
  4. skpyle

    2013 Escalade ESV DOD full delete becoming rebuild

    Hello All, I am now falling face first into a full DOD delete on the L94 6.2L in my 2013 Escalade. However…I am still falling. Cause of this is #5 cylinder intake non-AFM lifter roller is fragged. #5 cylinder intake non-AFM lifter on left, #5 exhaust on right. See my thread here where I...
  5. skpyle

    [SOLVED] 2013 Escalade ESV no comms ECM, TCM

    Hello All, I don’t know what I have done, but I have screwed something up on my 2013 Escalade ESV. There are no communications with the ECM or TCM. Back story: I am disassembling the L94 6.2L to determine what is tapping. Heads and timing cover are coming off. Removed various items from...
  6. skpyle

    2013 Escalade noise: AC compressor or engine...?

    Good Afternoon, All! My 2103 Escalade ESV is making a squeaking/chirping/scraping kind of noise from the engine compartment. It is low down towards the front. This noise has been happening on and off for a few weeks. Sunday morning, I removed the serpentine belt, and ran the engine. No noise...
  7. skpyle

    Any value in a set of good used 2-piston calipers and brackets from a GMT900?

    Hello All! Wandered over here from the 2007-2014 forum. I recently upgraded the brakes on my 2013 Escalade ESV. As such, I have the stock front 2-piston floating brake calipers and brackets available. I have heard rumor that these calipers are useful to 2000-2006 GMT400's as a bolt on upgrade...
  8. skpyle

    2021 PPV 6 piston brake caliper bolt torque, is it Torque To Yield?

    Hello Gentlemen, In my other thread, I am fitting 2021 PPV spec 6 piston front brake calipers and rotors to my 2013 Escalade ESV. I was searching for the correct torque for the caliper mounting bolts. The GM bolts are part number 11546469. These are spec'd for 2021 PPV calipers. They are...
  9. skpyle

    2021 PPV Front Brakes on 2013 Escalade ESV, and rear brake overhaul

    WARNING!!! This is NOT a straight bolt-on upgrade. Hand grinding is required on the spindle mounting ears and wheel spacers with longer lug studs will be REQUIRED! (At least they were for my stock 2013 Escalade ESV.) Good Evening, Gentlemen! As the title states, I am installing 6-piston...
  10. skpyle

    My turn at front end rebuild...2013 Escalade ESV AWD

    Hello All, As I can never leave well enough alone, I am planning the next project for my 2013 Escalade ESV AWD. She has 153,6** on the clock. As of now, all seems good in the front end. However, sooner or later, it will not be. I plan to preemptively rebuild the front end between now and...
  11. skpyle

    2013 Escalade ESV Next BIG adventure: Cooling system refresh, Big 3 Electrical upgrade, Reseal intake, and VLOM mod...

    Hello All! I had been planning on refreshing the cooling system and doing the Big 3 electrical upgrade after Thanksgiving. Two weekends ago, while cleaning the throttle body, I found the front two VLOM bolts were finger loose. Sooo...add intake R&R to the To Do List. Yesterday, I started in on...
  12. skpyle

    Stupid Question: How to effectively clean interior windows?

    Hello All, I feel idiotic for having to ask this, but how do you all effectively clean your interior windows? Specifically the windshield? In times gone by, I have used Windex and newspapers quite effectively in other vehicles. Nice clean windshield, no streaks, no residue. On my 2013...
  13. skpyle

    Falling down a rabbit hole for intake manifold R&R on 2013 Escalade, help me find bottom

    Hello All, I am ordering parts for replacing the torque converter and doing some internal upgrades to the 6L80 in my 140,3** mile 2013 Escalade ESV. As such, I have talked myself into pulling the intake manifold as part of the job. To have the fuel injectors cleaned, replace gaskets, and for...
  14. skpyle

    Circle D 300mm Triple Disk vs CVC BU60FHD for the 6L80 in my 2013 Escalade

    Hello All, I am gathering parts to replace the torque converter in the 6L80 for my 2013 Escalade ESV. I have been researching here on TYF and on the internet about 6L80/90 torque converters. I have it narrowed down to the following choices: Circle D 300mm Pro Series Triple Disk, 1800-2000rpm...
  15. skpyle

    2013 Escalade ESV Annual Maintenance Update: the good, the bad, and the incompetent

    Good Evening, All! I have just completed annual maintenance on my 2103 Escalade ESV: -140,000 mile oil and filter change, Mobil 1 5W-30 oil and WIX 57045 filter -replace the remote spin-on transmission filter, NAPA Gold 1269 hydraulic filter -replace the engine air filter, NAPA Gold 2488 filter...
  16. skpyle

    Really Stupid Question: Where to measure for level on a 2013 Escalade ESV...?

    Hello All, As the title states, where do I measure on my 2013 Escalade ESV to see if it is sitting level? Reason being that I do not have a level spot anywhere on my driveway or such. So, checking oil and trans fluid is a pain. My intent is to raise the rear of the vehicle until it is level...
  17. skpyle

    2013 Escalade ESV doesn't have K5L HD Cooling, do I need to search for the 700W fan motors...?

    Hello All, Random musing...I have seen mention on this forum about RPO K5L HD Cooling package consisting of 700W fan motors and such. My 2013 Escalade does not have K5L listed on the RPO sticker. It does have KC4 Cooling System - Engine Oil (oil cooler in the radiator) and KNP Cooling System -...
  18. skpyle

    Front door 1, Key fob 0….

    Hello All! I have had a vehicle of some kind with a remote key fob since 2013. Every day leaving for work, my keys are in the deadbolt. I slam the front door, lock the deadbolt, and go on. Last week…it didn’t go so well. 6 month old GM key fob for my Escalade tried to act as a door stop. Not...
  19. skpyle

    3457A or 3757A front turn signal bulb for 2013 Escalade ESV...I am confused.

    Hello Gentlemen, I feel stupid for asking this, but I cannot find any concrete information. What replacement front turn signal bulb does my 2013 Escalade ESV take? The owner's manual has no listing, only says, "For replacement bulbs not listed here, contact dealer." My AllData subscription...
  20. skpyle

    2013 Escalade aftermarket turn signals flash too fast when ambient temp is warm

    Hello Gentlemen, I paid off my 2013 Escalade ESV Premium back in the middle of March. To celebrate, I purchased new aftermarket headlight assemblies, fog/turn signal assemblies, and LED tail light assemblies throuigh 1A Auto. About a month ago, I noticed the turn signals(as viewed from inside...
  21. skpyle

    Tall jack stands for transmission removal from 2013 Escalade ESV

    Hello! I am laying out the plans to R&R the 6L80 from my 2013 Escalade ESV to install an upgraded torque converter in the future. Here is my question to all of you who have pulled a 6L80 from a GMT900 in the driveway/garage: how tall of jacks stands did you use? I have a transmission jack to...
  22. skpyle

    Tech 2: Difference between 'knock retard' and 'total knock retard'

    Hello All, Random question about Tech 2 data. Under 'Ignition Data' in data monitoring, what is the difference between 'knock retard' and 'total knock retard' values? Background: Upon reviewing the datalog I sent back to Black Bear after downloading their tune to the ECM and TCM in my 2013...
  23. skpyle

    Care and feeding of power running boards on a 2013 Escalade ESV

    Hello All! My 2013 Escalade ESV has the power running boards. I very much like them, and want to keep them working properly for a long time. Neither the owner's manual nor the service manual have any useful information (that I could find) on the care and feeding of these beasts. Searching this...
  24. skpyle

    Stupid question: what exactly does Tow/Haul mode do on 2013 Escalade ESV?

    Hello All! I have what is likely a VERY stupid question: what exactly does the 'Tow/Haul' mode do in my 2013 Escalade ESV? I am assuming it alters the shift timing and characteristics of the 6L80E transmission? I have read section 9 in the Owner's manual, it discusses Tow/Haul some, but I am...
  25. skpyle

    Turn steering with engine not running...should or should no do? 2013 Escalade ESV

    G'morning, gentlemen. I have a stupid question: is it a bad idea to turn the steering of my 2013 Escalade ESV with the engine off? Meaning does it cause issues with the power steering hydraulic system? I know this seems simple, but I come from over 8 years with my 1999 Explorer. On it, turning...

Forum statistics

Threads
138,037
Posts
1,997,614
Members
102,974
Latest member
kikeap

Latest posts

Back
Top