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Re: LML Duramax build part 6
« Reply #300 on: December 01, 2019, 08:05:02 PM »
Anything look amiss here?
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Re: LML Duramax build part 6
« Reply #301 on: December 01, 2019, 08:06:30 PM »
I checked everything. Ball joints, bolts, layered dirt and dust...All looked to be normal
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Re: LML Duramax build part 6
« Reply #302 on: December 01, 2019, 08:08:19 PM »
And then I got to the torsion bar key

Notice anything?????
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Re: LML Duramax build part 6
« Reply #303 on: December 01, 2019, 08:10:20 PM »
The key is resting on the top of the "Nut" with no bolt threads showing!

The bolt almost screwed out by hand, the top of it broke right off!

Bingo, found the culprit, a broken bolt!!!!!!!!!!!

Well, I'm hard on everything else, I guess it translates to the truck as well...
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Re: LML Duramax build part 6
« Reply #304 on: December 01, 2019, 08:11:20 PM »
I tried to install a non standard bolt from the "Bolt bin", but no Ci-Gar!
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Re: LML Duramax build part 6
« Reply #305 on: December 01, 2019, 08:12:12 PM »
So, I just opened my Amazon account and got a new GM bolt coming my way
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Re: LML Duramax build part 6
« Reply #306 on: December 01, 2019, 08:13:58 PM »
Oh, BTW, the tires are still spectacular, really surprised just how good and smooth they are. Drove home at 70 in the rain with a goobered suspension and had no issues whatsoever. Loving these cheapo tires!
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Re: LML Duramax build part 6
« Reply #307 on: December 01, 2019, 08:16:50 PM »
Anything look amiss here?
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Re: LML Duramax build part 6
« Reply #308 on: December 01, 2019, 08:45:22 PM »
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Re: LML Duramax build part 6
« Reply #309 on: December 01, 2019, 10:12:35 PM »
At least it was simple and caused little if any damage.

These things are hard on upper joints, good time to check or just replace (simple 1/2 bolt in)

What brand beads you using?
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Re: LML Duramax build part 6
« Reply #310 on: December 01, 2019, 10:17:51 PM »
that is just crazy!!! 
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Re: LML Duramax build part 6
« Reply #311 on: December 01, 2019, 10:20:39 PM »
Never heard of that, ever. Must be a mulch thing,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
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Re: LML Duramax build part 6
« Reply #312 on: December 02, 2019, 10:33:17 AM »
At least it was simple and caused little if any damage.

These things are hard on upper joints, good time to check or just replace (simple 1/2 bolt in)

What brand beads you using?
Beads??

I don't know the brand JR, but I do use them in lieu of "toss em off" clamp on weights

I get my tires changed at a truck shop. The boys there and "Sarge, aka "Too-Tall" supply all the beadage and related stuff. I just let em do their thing...
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Re: LML Duramax build part 6
« Reply #313 on: December 09, 2019, 09:56:35 AM »
I installed the new GM torsion bar adjuster bolt. I greased it then adjusted the suspension to the desired height. It took me all of a couple minutes...Easy-Peasy
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Re: LML Duramax build part 6
« Reply #314 on: December 09, 2019, 01:30:47 PM »
No real damage at least, but 7 days for a bolt? Or has it been fixed for a few already?

Looks a tad beefier?
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Re: LML Duramax build part 6
« Reply #315 on: December 09, 2019, 04:24:52 PM »
No real damage at least, but 7 days for a bolt? Or has it been fixed for a few already?

Looks a tad beefier?
Its been fixed for awhile, just updating
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Re: LML Duramax build part 6
« Reply #316 on: December 10, 2019, 03:01:10 PM »
Darn mulch,,,,,,,,
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Re: LML Duramax build part 6
« Reply #317 on: March 24, 2020, 07:49:26 PM »
Maintenance day...I thought

I started with trying to reprogram my TCM with my motor-ops transmission performance programming. I've been driving around with the stock GM slush-bucket shifting since getting the new CM last year.

So I tried to reprogram the new TCM with my autocal. It isn't working.

I keep getting a $053E code which is a security stop when vins and serial numbers do not match up. I had to purchase a new lisence from EFI Live and even with that, no Ci-Gar.

I've tried everything but immersion in holy water so far

Ideas??
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Re: LML Duramax build part 6
« Reply #318 on: March 24, 2020, 09:54:06 PM »
Take it to nick.....?!
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Re: LML Duramax build part 6
« Reply #319 on: March 24, 2020, 10:11:49 PM »
Take it to nick.....?!
He won't do diesels

He can't deal with the types of personalities in that crowd...
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Re: LML Duramax build part 6
« Reply #320 on: March 24, 2020, 10:57:02 PM »
Take it to nick.....?!
He won't do diesels

He can't deal with the types of personalities in that crowd...

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Re: LML Duramax build part 6
« Reply #321 on: March 24, 2020, 11:41:10 PM »
Cummins swap it?  :evil:
Living in the remote north hoping Ken doesn’t bring H up here any time soon…..

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Re: LML Duramax build part 6
« Reply #322 on: March 24, 2020, 11:44:50 PM »
Put it back to stock lol


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Re: LML Duramax build part 6
« Reply #323 on: March 25, 2020, 09:16:49 AM »
I didn't realize you could do a full flash with an autocal... thought it just changed the factory programming that has to be flashed in first.
..but pretty sure we discussed this before and I was wrong?..not sure.. can't remember
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Re: LML Duramax build part 6
« Reply #324 on: March 25, 2020, 08:55:20 PM »
I didn't realize you could do a full flash with an autocal... thought it just changed the factory programming that has to be flashed in first.
..but pretty sure we discussed this before and I was wrong?..not sure.. can't remember
Yes, it will do a complete reflash

So we solved the mystery. They just sent me a file with the vin removed and it flashed right in.

I went a little crazy on the truck today. Did the reflash, changed the oil and filter, and had a leaking amsoil remote dual filter block adapter. A couple of new O'Rings and that was fixed.
Next I pressure washed the undercarriage, inside the fender wells, the entire outside and sprayed a little in the engine compartment.

Then I hand washed it, then buffed and waxed the whole thing.

I detailed the interior and fixed some small things inside the cab. All in all it took all day long!
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Re: LML Duramax build part 6
« Reply #325 on: March 26, 2020, 12:24:07 AM »
So it shifts ok now?
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Re: LML Duramax build part 6
« Reply #326 on: July 18, 2020, 02:52:29 PM »
Cleaned it up a little and rotated the tires.

These Federal Couriga 37's are doing a good job for me. Wear is good, noise is still low. Little to no vibration and overall other than a stiffer ride from the 10 ply rating, they are effective.

I pressure washed the undercarriage and serviced the brakes. The pads are still in great shape despite having 110,000 miles on them.
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Re: LML Duramax build part 6
« Reply #327 on: July 18, 2020, 02:53:42 PM »
And just look how well that cheapo HF bed liner spray is holding up. Now two years old!
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Re: LML Duramax build part 6
« Reply #328 on: July 18, 2020, 06:06:18 PM »
Holding up a heck of a lot better than the Raptor liner I used.
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Re: LML Duramax build part 6
« Reply #329 on: July 18, 2020, 08:14:23 PM »
Holding up a heck of a lot better than the Raptor liner I used.
I'm amazed too!
All I've done is to wipe it with armor-all every once in awhile
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Re: LML Duramax build part 6
« Reply #330 on: November 03, 2020, 09:31:09 AM »
Truck refused to start today!

First time ever

Got to fussing around and went to drain the fuel H2O filter

Fass unit sounded funny, and filter just dribbled

Lookin' at the filters I couldn't recall which year I changed those...Hmmm

Quick ride over to O Reillys to pick up two new WIX units which I screwed into place.

Ran the pump some, then cranked for 20 seconds and the engine fired

End of problem

Moral of the story: When your fuel filters are rusting and covered in mud and you can't remember when you last changed them and your truck suddenly will no longer start, change the filters
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« Reply #331 on: November 03, 2020, 12:20:22 PM »
Sound advice right there I think


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Re: LML Duramax build part 6
« Reply #332 on: November 03, 2020, 01:38:57 PM »
I just change mine with the DIC timer. I do date them though, glad nothing serious though.
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Re: LML Duramax build part 6
« Reply #333 on: November 03, 2020, 02:39:14 PM »
That sure could have been worse.  Glad it wasn't.
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« Reply #334 on: November 16, 2020, 07:48:29 PM »
Still at it as I approach my tenth year of ownership. I buffed the thing some time ago and somehow removed a coating on the plastic headlights. I just decided to replace them to keep it looking good

While I was at it, I pulled the HID low beams out again, since they had started to flash signalling impending trouble
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« Reply #335 on: November 16, 2020, 07:50:23 PM »
I had a SES light on which decoded as #3 and #6 glow plugs malfunctioning. Considering I am at the cusp of winter, I decided to replace all eight. First the wheel well liner comes out:
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« Reply #336 on: November 16, 2020, 07:53:44 PM »
The right side is easy and took about an hour total to R&R and button back up

I used anti seize on everything from the threads to the probe and even my ear where I had a sudden itch which I remedied before realizing I had a finger full of anti-seize. The stuff worked and my finger did not get stuck! ;-))
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« Reply #337 on: November 16, 2020, 07:54:57 PM »
While all that was opened up to sunlight, I wiped everything down and coated it with the cavity sealer (Cosmoline)
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« Reply #338 on: November 16, 2020, 07:57:05 PM »
The right is easy, the left is not. I had to loosen up the steering shaft and the intercooler pipe to gain full access, but in good time the old parts fell to my aggravation and found their way onto the concrete floor.
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« Reply #339 on: November 16, 2020, 07:57:55 PM »
I was unhappy with my bowtie, so it is off for some changin' up
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Re: LML Duramax build part 6
« Reply #340 on: November 16, 2020, 08:07:44 PM »
I have replaced 3 glowplugs so far as they fail. I use the same copper AS.

My cheapo headlight housings need replacing too. Not happy with the pattern but not paying $250ea for new ones!
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Re: LML Duramax build part 6
« Reply #341 on: November 17, 2020, 05:46:34 PM »
Man, it just never stops. Today the anti-lock warning light came on along with the traction control warning light. The DIC displays a message "Service Trailer brake, along with a couple more messages.

Darn, I'd like to keep from buying new if I can help it!
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« Reply #342 on: November 17, 2020, 05:52:48 PM »
The trailer light one jumps on my truck from time to time.  Never figured out what it is. 


The other is just ball joints. That’s easy street!


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« Reply #343 on: November 17, 2020, 06:06:11 PM »
Ball joints?
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Re: LML Duramax build part 6
« Reply #344 on: November 17, 2020, 06:19:26 PM »
Don’t take the bait boys, Don is throwing chaff hoping to get us off the trail...he’s really angling for a 75K new truck....


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« Reply #345 on: November 17, 2020, 06:24:05 PM »
That would mean another fluid change. Who can run a stock vehicle here?
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« Reply #346 on: November 17, 2020, 06:35:38 PM »
Sorry wheel bearings

I got a box and was excited



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« Reply #347 on: November 17, 2020, 06:36:25 PM »
Me.  2-1/2 years on the denali gasser and its totally stock.  25k on the clock.


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« Reply #348 on: November 17, 2020, 06:36:55 PM »
Sorry wheel bearings

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« Reply #349 on: November 17, 2020, 06:59:41 PM »
Don’t take the bait boys, Don is throwing chaff hoping to get us off the trail...he’s really angling for a 75K new truck....


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