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Bextreme04 replied to the thread Modified engine crewcab gas mileage?.People choose not to believe it because it isn't true. You don't get better MPG with all of that added, in fact you usually get worst... -
Bextreme04 replied to the thread Lost Two Gen 3 LS Engines in my 1986 C10 2WD.LS injectors ARE bosch injectors. For most years volvo, GM, Ford, etc.. all used the same or similar Bosch injectors. The main issue you...
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Bextreme04 replied to the thread Modified engine crewcab gas mileage?.There is a set amount of torque required to keep the vehicle at a constant speed. HP is the amount of torque being applied over a...
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Bextreme04 replied to the thread Lost Two Gen 3 LS Engines in my 1986 C10 2WD.No one is suggesting that LS motors have all kinds of problems. We are all suggesting that when using a used engine, it is prudent to do...
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Bextreme04 replied to the thread Modified engine crewcab gas mileage?.It's possible... occasionally, but not probably. 15-20 is pretty normal for a fuel injected 1/2-ton blazer/tahoe/suburban if you are in...
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Bextreme04 replied to the thread Modified engine crewcab gas mileage?.I have 35's, 4.10's, 350/TH400/NP205. I get around 10mpg. I'm swapping to a fuel injected 454/4L80. If it was me and I had a already...
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Bextreme04 replied to the thread Lost Two Gen 3 LS Engines in my 1986 C10 2WD.I'm just going to point out that 130psi on a 2002 5.3 is not OK compression. That should be 150-185psi AT LEAST. You need to verify...
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Bextreme04 replied to the thread HIT THE IGN. KEY AND NOTHING.I had similar issues with my truck and it turned out to be a worn button inside the starter solenoid. Do you get a click when you turn...
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Bextreme04 replied to the thread Intake Manifold RTV Dry Times.I believe the instructions say apply the sealer, then immediately set the other part in place and allow to set up for ~15-30...
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For me I'm good with any black or gray for use as valley seal in the manifold. But the right stuff is a cut above the regular stuff as...
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Bextreme04 replied to the thread Intake Manifold RTV Dry Times.I was going to suggest the same thing as edelbrock. Right stuff will be ready to use in 90 minutes. Use the same process as you have for...
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Bextreme04 reacted to dustinova's post in the thread Anyone going to the Portland Swap Meet this year (2025)? with
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The PIR swap meet on Friday was excellent! I didn't end up buying anything, but it was great weather for the long walk around the... -
Bextreme04 replied to the thread Missing sway bar bolts. Anyone know what size they are?.Stock setup...
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Bextreme04 replied to the thread Where are you tapping into for ACC power?.They are different styles of ATO(also called PICO) fuse taps. American autowire sells a kit with all the various flavors for ~$25...
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Bextreme04 replied to the thread backfire under wide open throttle.You should also look at the condition of your damper. If the damper slipped and you just set timing before this issue started happening...
