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    Front wheel bearings

    That is some EXCELLENT information!!!!!!!
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    Right and Left wheel hubs?

    1997 K3500 4x4 Auto 6.5 Diesel. Hey folks, I have been told there is a Right Wheel hub bearing and a Left Wheel hub bearing assy. I cannot tell the difference....Am I missing something here?? What is the difference??? Cheers, Dave
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    Upper Control Arms two way's to install??

    I "Will sell no wine before it's time" Shit..I think that I will be driving the only 1996 Mason dump truck...that has a front end that is all new...Bill...this project took...day's off my life!!!! LOL!! Today in fact I noticed..that..I had to replace the Studs that hold the Rotor to the...
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    Black wheels

    Hey folks...I have some input here. I have come to MY conclusion that it really all pertains to ones taste, BUT....I also feel it boils down to the color of your vehicle. Chrome or Polished Aluminum rims look great on some trucks/Cars depending on the color of the Vehicle....PERIOD. Chrome or...
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    Upper Control Arms two way's to install??

    Hey Fellas...Once again..."Thanks" for the response. The Description from 6.2 and the photo's from Great White really helped out alot. It was correct that the arm did indeed swoop Inward or toward the rear. So in hence the Part number is ON TOP of the control arm. I put them in today as well...
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    Upper Control Arms two way's to install??

    Thanks brother...I will check in the AM. Such A simple thing...but yet...kicks my ass. Thanks for taking the time to post photo's. I really appreciate it. Cheers! David
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    Upper Control Arms two way's to install??

    Hey Thank you for that info!! Great! I will check it out. So YOU know apparently what I am going through, These control arms fit into the frame mounts either way....I did not put ball joints on, but I will now, this may solve the issue. Huh......:WTF: :thumbsup:
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    Upper Control Arms two way's to install??

    Actually I do live in League City as well. South Kansas Ave. Small world. I just say Clearlake...most people know it better. Well glad you are getting that rain...better than last year...can we not forget HOT...NO RAIN... I used to hang out at Mixed Nuts, Vito's, Beer Garden, Both...
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    Upper Control Arms two way's to install??

    ROGER THAT "RustBelt"......LMAO!!! :) David D.
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    Upper Control Arms two way's to install??

    Hello Burning Oil! Thanks for the reply! Man you hit it right on the nose, regarding "feels good when you get it done".....It's all starting to come back together now, nice clean freshly painted frame, I have cleaned all the usable bolts, and painted the associated parts as well. From the...
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    Upper Control Arms two way's to install??

    Hello to All!! So here we go..1997 GMC K3500 4X4. I decided it was time to replace the front end, WHAT A NIGHTMARE!!!! I mean really!! Ok give ya heads up, I replaced or HAD to Replace the Following...ready??..Upper and Lower Ball joints, Upper Control Arm Bushings, Inner and Outer Tie...
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    Crank Pulley..Noise..clank...rattle..

    OdLaw- Thanks for your input. I did indeed look at your photo's and now just may go ahead and just replace my balancer to be safe. Although my balancer seems to be fine and in good condition, as well, the engine runs smooth without vibration. Cheers, David D.
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    Crank Pulley..Noise..clank...rattle..

    Hello..and THANK YOU. I really enjoy this site and all the information, I will continue to help out in anyway possible. I was told about this site from CTChevy427. He was correct, I have truely gained excellent information, from many of the members. So a big THANK YOU to all on here...
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    Crank Pulley..Noise..clank...rattle..

    Hello! Thank you for the input. I did have a "Look" at the balancer when I installed the new crank pulley. Yesterday I did indeed check it again, It looked solid, Rubber was firm, and it did not move or slip on the ring when I applied any pressure for movement. I will now keep...
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    Vacuum Pump Pictures..

    Hello all...In case you wonder what a typical Vacuum pump in your truck looks like. I took some pictures. I would hope this way...you can now understand what to look for, if, when it comes time for removal. This was in a 1997 GMC Diesel. With A/C. First off, You do not need to remove the...
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    Crank Pulley..Noise..clank...rattle..

    Hello to all!! I recently found out where the Source of a "Rattle/Clank" noise was comming from on my 97 GMC. This noise was clearly evident when truck was idling. When belt was removed and truck was running....NO NOISE. Ok one step at a time. Checked the Vac...
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    Glow Plug Extend Relay install, with Pics..

    Thank you!!! Much appreciated...I truely hope this will help others get the "Idea" and a different View of a install. Cheers! David
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    Glow Plug Extend Relay install, with Pics..

    Hello!!! Thank you!! Well..I was already at the Auto Junk yard that day. Drooling at all the MINT condition Cars and Trucks that where traded Cash for Clunkers. I just got that Soleniod while I was poking around. I was going to go with Lighted switches like you did. I had that switch in my...
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    Diagnosing dual tank balance module

    By the way...How much Fuel does each tank hold anyway??:mad2:
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    Diagnosing dual tank balance module

    This is the Gauge reading, with truck running, BEFORE I added Fuel. This is the Gauge reading, with truck running, AFTER I added Fuel. REAR Tank took: 16.675 Gallons FRONT Tank took: 13 Gallons. Needle is Removed from it's Pin on the cluster. Back shot of Needle, Note..it CAN...
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