Recent content by Chemman

I have to admit that I have not yet used one or purchased one. From what I have seen on their website the Oil Udder is extremely flexible.

There is always the Oil Udder which you can slip over the oil filter right after you slightly loosen it so it will turn by hand easier. https://oiludder.com/

I would try and find another 2004 TrailBlazer LT since I am so "comfortable" with working on it. Also, I would try and find one from a non-rust belt state only driven on Sunday's by the proverbial little old lady...

I purchased a SLA Group 78 battery at Costco for my 1999 Silverado about 2 weeks ago, and it had a 12/20 sticker on it. I did not see any AGMs at the Costco where I purchased it.

02envoyLT, assuming all is good and you do not have a CAT or other problem, try this - remove the fuses for the PCM and let the vehicle sit for 30 - 60 minutes, then put the fuses back in. This lets the PCM forget the learned driving parameters, and allows it to relearn, and hopefully improve...

Cost to have these replaced at a garage is going to be $700 - $1000 or more due to the labor involved.

I am unable to find an ACDelco part number, but the Standard Motor Products P/N is S1717, The BWD P/N is PT1215, and the Wells Vehicle Electronics P/N is 1P2005.

Mooseman, it does appear that one of the lines from the fuel pump does go to the vapor canister. I found these which may be of help. They are supposed to be valid for the 6.0 engine.

Just for kicks, try removing the hose from the purge valve solenoid before your next fill up and see if that helps any.

Magnificent information. Thank you for taking the time!!!!

Mooseman, I understand what you are saying, and I admit that you are far more capable of a mechanic than I. However, I have learned that GM does not always include all valid DTC codes for their vehicles in their factory service manuals (FSM). About 5 years ago I got a P0466 on our 99 Silverado...

Just as an FYI, I looked up the P0445 code on the TechSmart Parts website (it has a DTC code lookup too) and for the Saab it says: Evaporative Emission (EVAP) Purge Solenoid Valve Control Circuit Shorted Here is the link to the website: http://www.techsmartparts.com/en/ Scroll down to the...

I agree with you about listing the country of origin! When I replaced my fan clutch about 5 hears ago, I purchased a NAPA fan clutch, and when I got it I remember joking with the counterman that the part was made in the USA. I assumed that Standard Motor Products manufactured it under either...

JayArr, I wonder if it might be worth it to pass your findings along to Hayden/Standard Motor Products and ask them why their product is not as good as the Behr/Mahle unit? Wonderful write up and a real opener! I just checked Rockauto and the price difference between the Hayden and Behr units...

I would jack the front end up, place it on jack stands, and see how much play there is in the wheel. If it moves a lot when you go back and forth holding the wheel at the 9 and 3 positions, or in and out when you do the same at the 12 and 6 positions, then it appears your wheel hub assembly is...