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    Scan tool needed for suspension

    I got Foxwell NT710 with GM software. It shows a lot of data from my 2004 Monte Carlo. I have to dive deep learning it :) I hope I will be able to test it on my 2007 GMC Yukon soon, when I got it back assembled :) For reference, I got it from official Foxwell Euro site for EUR 280,00 ($320)...
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    Scan tool needed for suspension

    Thanks for the answers guys, Yes, you are correct. You can add additional license/software for other car brands. For the time being, I am GM fan and not planning to switch to other brand :-) OK, I will go with Foxwell and see what it will be :-) Thanks, Ivo
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    Scan tool needed for suspension

    Sorry for hijacking the thread... I need diagnostic scanner for my 2004 Monte Carlo and 2007 GMC Youkon. Which one would be better for me, Foxwell NT710 Bi-directional Scan Tool or Tech2 (clone from here...
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    Revert back to OEM Z55 suspension, good or bad idea?

    I was able to loosen it with some heat and nut extractor socket. This is the only fluid that looks new despite all vows for "all new fluids" I got from the guy I bought the car from :D:D:D Will keep you updated :-)
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    Revert back to OEM Z55 suspension, good or bad idea?

    Thanks mikez71, Another question, I am not able to remove front diff fill plug. It is striped. I order new one. Is it OK to heat it with a torch? I guess plug is iron but the casing is some aluminum alloy or so... Thanks, Ivo
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    Revert back to OEM Z55 suspension, good or bad idea?

    Hi again, Progressing slowly... The time to fill rear diff have come. I see G80 RPO code. Do I need to add LSD additive, like AMSOIL Slip Lock® Differential Additive to the oil? AI answer is that G80 do not need additive, just regular 75W90 is OK. Thanks, Ivo
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    Fuel Injector #12580681 Micro Filter Size

    Just for the record, if anyone have the same question. Micro filter and barrel of the injectors are 6mm in diameter. The injector barrel is smaller (6mm) about 10-12 mm deeper where the micro filter seats. BR, Ivo
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    Fuel Injector #12580681 Micro Filter Size

    Hello all, As part of the project, I cleaned fuel injectors on 2007 L92 GMC Yukon. I ordered micro filters that go inside the injectors according to info I find online. Most of the places show 6mm outside diameter of micro filter. Then, I measured injector bore and it is 7mm. Also, micro...
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    Revert back to OEM Z55 suspension, good or bad idea?

    Thanks, this did the trick. Now I have new brake hoses all around and rebuild brake calipers and supports. Jumping to another topic... I also cleaned the fuel injectors. I am waiting for micro filters to arrive. On youtube, I watched videos that filter is placed flat with the injector. What...
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    Revert back to OEM Z55 suspension, good or bad idea?

    :D:D:D At least, I will have refreshed car except transmission at this time. The oil pan was relatively clean, no metal shavings at all. Fluid was dark. In Carfax, there were two records: at 83K miles -Internal transmission repaired at 101K miles -Transmission serviced And I guess, torque...
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    Revert back to OEM Z55 suspension, good or bad idea?

    Thanks! Useful info. I will stop any mods before I finish current work :-) I started with plan only to change leaking transmission lines and ended with engine out :-)
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    Rock Auto

    I am from Bulgaria and for me, the only reliable source for American auto parts is RA for more than 10 years. Papers are always clear (export and import) and I do not have any problems with customs here. Last month my order arrived with missing part, another part doubled. I followed online...
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    Revert back to OEM Z55 suspension, good or bad idea?

    Yes, it is Fun :-) Unfortunately, there is no heated steering wheel. I was about to ask, if I get one from somewhere, is it "bolt on" or additional wires/fuses/relays required? Also, gas here f... expensive. I may convert it to LPG in the future. My daily driver is LPG converted 2004 Monte...
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    Revert back to OEM Z55 suspension, good or bad idea?

    Hi guys, I put adjusters in the correct way.Thanks for spotting it! I got very good at that... :-) I can do it for less than 30 minutes per side :-) About brake line nuts... the pipes are coated with some plastic or paint. I have to burn about 1 cm of it and nut got free. Next is engine...
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    Revert back to OEM Z55 suspension, good or bad idea?

    You are absolutely correct :-( I will rework this today.
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    Revert back to OEM Z55 suspension, good or bad idea?

    Hi Mike, Sorry for not explaining it clear. The problem is between nut and black pipe. I was able to remove hose by turning it wile the nut is stuck to the black pipe. The strangest thing is that it is not that rusty... Thanks for the help! Ivo
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    Revert back to OEM Z55 suspension, good or bad idea?

    Hi all, Front end is almost done. See picture of the passenger side :) I have trouble with brake lines. I was able to loosen hoses but flare nut is "welded" to brake line. I think it is covered with some type of plastic paint or so. If I apply some force the line starts to bent but the...
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    Revert back to OEM Z55 suspension, good or bad idea?

    To add to the motor mounts topic, I see passenger side of the engine is very close to the firewall. Even some valve cover bolt tear the insulation. Here are pictures of what I mean:
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    Revert back to OEM Z55 suspension, good or bad idea?

    Not to open another thread... Since I am doing a lot of staff here, cylinder heads, oil pan gasket, timing chain etc., I thought, I will be good idea to change motor mounts and transmission mount. Looks never been changed before (19 years and 180K miles). I have only option to buy from...
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    Revert back to OEM Z55 suspension, good or bad idea?

    Hi guys, This project progressing but very very slow... hopefully in right direction :) It turned to huge restoration. I ended up renting four post lift in a workshop. What I am doing so far: 1. Front Z55 suspension, including upper control arms. This was big PITA. Control arms bushings...
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    Revert back to OEM Z55 suspension, good or bad idea?

    Thanks mikez71, useful info. @ Joseph Garcia It took me about 45 to 60 minutes to assemble it from new components. It could be done for less but I am doing it for the first time and did many measurements and trials. Spring compressors are about $45 here. To get old shocks from the car took me...
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    Revert back to OEM Z55 suspension, good or bad idea?

    Hi guys, Thanks for the help. I managed to assemble one of the shocks. It was not that hard. Is there torque specification for the center nut on the shock? I tighten it till it stopped but did not put much force since I need to keep strut stem from rotating by 9mm wrench. Here are some pics...
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    Revert back to OEM Z55 suspension, good or bad idea?

    Hi guys, I am slowly progressing on this. I bought another pair of spring compressors like above and I can confirm, it could be done with four compressors. I discover another "issue". The springs that are currently installed, and on pictures I have seen, upper spring end is facing outward in...
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    Revert back to OEM Z55 suspension, good or bad idea?

    :happy107::happy107::happy107: For me, being DIY mechanic is also stress relieve from my main job :-) How much will be labor cost on conversion like this in USA? Parts cost is clear, except I have to pay shipping and import duties, sometimes doubling parts cost. BR, Ivo
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    Revert back to OEM Z55 suspension, good or bad idea?

    Hi Joseph, I am not looking to save on this. I am in Europe, and whenever I go to some shop usual answer is... American car? Go away... That is why I become DYI "mechanic" :):):)

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