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  1. tonydiv

    Timing chain too tight?

    Not sure if it means anything, but it also looks like in all the pictures online, that the sprocket with the holes in it is on the passenger side and the solid sprocket is on the drivers. I couldn't find anything that tells the number of links on each side.
  2. tonydiv

    Timing chain too tight?

    It's just that that one on the upper right isn't touching the chain at the top and the angle of the chain on the bottom seems really sharp.
  3. tonydiv

    Engine cleaning tips

    Simple green works great, but you do need to do a little bit of scrubbing to get the grease and grime off. I used to use simple green and a pressure washer to clean engine compartments, but now, with so many electronic components under there, I'm afraid to use the pressure washer any more.
  4. tonydiv

    Timing chain too tight?

    Is that upper tensioner on the right side of the photo installed upside down? Can anyone chime in here?
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    help locating oil leak

    If there's no oil residue coming from above, it sounds like a classic rear main seal leak. It may be worth getting one of those leak sealers in a bottle. to see if you can rejuvenate that seal.
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    Wheel Alignment

    With the computerized laser alignment systems that nearly all tire centers have these days , coupled with the cheap prices, there's no reason not to have the pros do it.
  7. tonydiv

    Questions from a new member

    I believe that LMC Truck stocks those grills.
  8. tonydiv

    Changing Gear Ratio

    It sure does.
  9. tonydiv

    MOOG front end change...

    I guess that it's another one of those 'may as well' situations. If you're doing everything else.... you may as well do the a-arms.
  10. tonydiv

    exhaust clarification...

    The cats themselves won't set off a cel, it's only when you remove the O2 sensors when the issues start. The truck should have 4 cats, and several people here have deleted the rear ones without any issues. From what I've heard, it also improves the sound considerably.
  11. tonydiv

    Changing Gear Ratio

    There are a lot of gear ratio calculators online that will allow you to compare the new gearing to your current setup. Part of the problem that happens when you do a ring and pinion swap is the 'may as well's' that come up. "may as well put in a limited slip / locker / air locker"
  12. tonydiv

    I want to improve ride quality, where to start?

    If you replace the stock rubber bushings in the front and rear suspension links with urethane pieces from Energy Suspension, it will take the slop out of the ride.
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    97 XLT engine and transmission rebuild/replace options?

    You really need to look at the project from an 'outside' perspective. Is the truck really a good candidate for a project like this? Is it otherwise solid? If you drop $4k or so in to a motor and trans, will you be able to get another 3 or 4 years out of it without any other major...
  14. tonydiv

    Ordered my new bumper

    That's the only down side. Those guys are BUSY and it does take a while to get it delivered.
  15. tonydiv

    2012 5.4 engine failure??? Help

    Look up Magnusson-Moss act. They can't deny your warranty for using aftermarket fluids or filters. They have to prove that it was the part that failed and ultimatesly caused the engine failure. They also can't deny your warranty for not having the dealer do your maintenance.
  16. tonydiv

    bogging down while accelerating

    A failing throttle position sensor can do that. Are you getting any codes? Other things that can cause a problem, dirty mass air sensor, bad cops.
  17. tonydiv

    99 pi swapped into 98 non-pi

    Me too. I would guess that if there were a problem, it would be pretty easy to add a temp sensor somewhere to give the computer that data.
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    Remote Starter

    I would suggest going to one of the manufacturer's web sites and download the installation instructions. You'll get a good idea of whether or not you're going to be comfortable installing it yourself or pay a shop to do it.
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    air suspension question

    You never get under a vehicle with air suspension without the vehicle being supported by stands or a lift. That is basic mechanics 101.
  20. tonydiv

    another backup camera wiring Question

    Perhaps it was because my truck was so tall, but shortly after I installed my back up camera, I decided to rewire it so that it was always on. It really helped me keep track of what was going on back there. Because my mirror monitor had a remote, I could turn it off if I wanted to. Part of...
  21. tonydiv

    Dual alternators

    Wrangler power products ( the same people that make the dual battery trays) have 200 amp alts. Web These guys have dual setups. But I always worry when they say 'call for price'. Sounds expensive. Dual Alternator Kits with Voltage Control Module These guys list them for F250s with the...
  22. tonydiv

    Anyone try a performance chip in their Expy?

    The big change that I found when I put the Edge on my truck was the drastically better shifting. That alone was worth the price. It also gave me a couple of mpgs and better power.
  23. tonydiv

    Urban assault vehicle

    You're stacking spacers? If you can find the same fender flares (Xenon, I think) that I had on my truck it would really look great with those wide tires.
  24. tonydiv

    Alright heres a frame question for you guys

    Unfortunately, I think that you are really going to have to take some very detailed measurements to see if it will all fit.
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    Anyone try a performance chip in their Expy?

    Come on, if you could really increase mileage with a $20 device, don't you think the automakers would be using it? They spend millions chasing a 1 mpg increase. It really surprises me how many people ask about these things, as if they really expect positive responses.

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