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[396 SS/RS]

I had a '00 Silverado that had about 216k on it when I sold it. The transmission was rebuilt at about 160k, the AC compressor at replaced at about 186k. To me that was pretty good.

I also had a '99 Yukon that was also a very good vehicle. I had to replace the the fuel sending unit in it and had a fuel injector go weak at about 185k.

I still have a '10 Escalade with about 79k on it and it has been great with no AFM issues, Only the folding mirror gear failure and as expected the Magnaride shock replacement.

I also have a '21 HD 2500 Duramax and so far so good with it.

I've never really bought a GM that was nothing but trouble. I find them to be reliable as long as you take care of them, use and work them but don't beat them to death.

[tjs44]

Well,last night someone’s took my sons 22 2500 Duramax right out in front of his house!People suck,the guys out here have figured out how the steal the code from your fab and transfer it right in front of your house and drive them away!Thieves SUCK.Tom

[Too Many Projects]

Originally Posted by tjs44

Well,last night someone’s took my sons 22 2500 Duramax right out in front of his house!People suck,the guys out here have figured out how the steal the code from your fab and transfer it right in front of your house and drive them away!Thieves SUCK.Tom

Been going on for some time now, mostly used to steal Challengers. Once they capture the code and get in, they can reprogram the truck's computer to their fob and drive off with it.

Unfortunately, I doubt he'll ever see it again. That was a professional job with that level of sophistication.

[69L78]

Originally Posted by WILMASBOYL78

I am looking to replace the 04 Suburban [212,000 miles] with a better ride...the rust is winning

Been reading a lot about the 99-06 being the best 5.3 motors...and that the newer motors have issues because of AFM..?? Our 03 Tahoe went 365k miles...never an issue.

Interested to hear some thoughts on the subject. I don't mind an older truck, and I know the transmissions are the weak link.

Educate me and then I'll post the 'truck wanted ad'...

-wilma

Here is a 1-owner garage kept 1986 Suburban w/89,696 org miles, 5.7, it is located in Hershey, PA, a friend of mine is going to put it up for sale soon.

[Crush]

Originally Posted by 69L78

Here is a 1-owner garage kept 1986 Suburban w/89,696 org miles, 5.7, it is located in Hershey, PA, a friend of mine is going to put it up for sale soon.

That’s cool, 4x4?
What’s he asking?

[luzl78]

Originally Posted by Crush

That’s cool, 4x4?
What’s he asking?

It’s 2 wheel drive.

[olredalert]

Originally Posted by 69L78

Here is a 1-owner garage kept 1986 Suburban w/89,696 org miles, 5.7, it is located in Hershey, PA, a friend of mine is going to put it up for sale soon.

----I have a real soft spot for this era Subby, especially a 2-wheel drive. Don't need it but might just have to have it! Do you have an idea what he's looking for, money wise?....Bill S

[Pro Stock John]

The newer GM small cube turbo engines are pretty trick, my takeway is they have reduced the number of parts. In this video he goes over a cutaway engine, describing features like priority oiling to the turbo, and lots of other cool stuff.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JLxeBzrhOHQ&t=436s

[1967Z28]

Any idea why the factory does not put drain plugs on the transmission pans? Seems like a no-brainer to have one on there.

[Lynn]

Have seen a few PG transmissions from the 60s with drain plugs. Otherwise, no.

The "automotive expert journalists" all used to say it was to make certain that instead of just drain and fill, you would be more likely to do it "right" and change the filter. It STILL would have made it much easier, and less messy if I could drain all the fluid (or 99% of it) BEFORE removing all the pan bolts.

Now, it is even worse. Some cars don't even have a fill tube, but at least they have a drain plug. I had to drop the pan and valve body on my son's BMW to replace some rubber tubes (certain they are not actually rubbber... but sure look and feel like it) that had "shrunk" slightly, losing their seal and causing the car to not shift properly. The ONLY way to fill the transmission was to pump fluid in from underneath. What a frigging cluster fluff. Of course, no fill tube means no dipstick either.