Common Problems & Reliability Issues for 2007-2013 Chevy Silverado's & GMC Sierra's The 2nd generation, dubbed the GMT900, Silverado's and GMC Sierra's were produced from 2007 to 2013 in regular, extended, and crew cab. Unlike many trucks today, all trucks in the GMT900 platform had small-block Vortec V8 engines, ranging from 4.8L to 6.2L. The GMC Sierra is an … [Read more...] about The 8 Most Common Chevy Silverado & Sierra Problems (2007-2013 GMT900)
S10 Frame Swap on an Advanced Design Chevy Truck
Putting an AD body on an S10 frame Below is just about all the info I have on putting as S10 frame underneath an advanced design truck. Some info is from folks completed the job and list problems experienced, I've never seen it done so I don't have much info to contribute but here's what I have...... There are two options to buy the conversion kits: www.Code504 - Short Bed … [Read more...] about S10 Frame Swap on an Advanced Design Chevy Truck
Troubleshooting Your Chevy Truck Gas Gauge Failure
Troubleshooting Your Chevy Truck Gas Gauge Failure Replacement Parts: Tank Sending Unit Sending Unit Float (only if not replacing the full unit) Voltage Regulator Most gas tank units consist of two parts, the gas gauge mounted in the dash and a tank sender mounted in the tank. The following trouble-shooting instructions apply to the AC-type fuel gauge, which is one of … [Read more...] about Troubleshooting Your Chevy Truck Gas Gauge Failure
1963-1987 Independent Front Suspension Upgrade
1963-1987 INDEPENDENTFRONT SUSPENSION UPGRADE FOR 1947-1955 1ST. SERIES TRUCKS The idea of using a 1963-87 independent front suspension first came to me shortly after my dad bought me my 1950 Chevrolet truck in 1991. Before I even saw the truck for the first time, I went out and purchased a book called How to restore your Chevrolet … [Read more...] about 1963-1987 Independent Front Suspension Upgrade
Windshield Wipers
Windshield Wipers Those little windshield wipers sure are expensive! What can I do instead? My 1949 uses 1954/55 1st style wiper blades. I got tired of paying $8.95 per blade, especially since I HATE wipers that streak, so I tend to replace my blades pretty often. Sooooo.....I started looking for alternatives, and finally found a solution. If you have this style, consider … [Read more...] about Windshield Wipers