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  1. geocrasher

    Any tips for replacing the heater hose quick disconnect?

    That would be nice :D
  2. geocrasher

    Any tips for replacing the heater hose quick disconnect?

    Perhaps I should have got that instead. By the time I saw your comment, my daughter who's out doing shopping had already left the store. Hopefully the Liquid Wrench does the job so I don't have to break out the "cut the stupid thing out" tools.
  3. geocrasher

    Any tips for replacing the heater hose quick disconnect?

    Thanks! I did just check and it's definitely 5/8" hose. So, 1/2" NPT to 5/8" hose, easy peasy. Now to just the old one off without breaking it. Got some liquid wrench and am going to start spraying it every few hours with that.
  4. geocrasher

    Any tips for replacing the heater hose quick disconnect?

    Thank you, that's what I was looking to know. My understanding is that it's 1/2" NPT threads and just a standard hose nipple will work with the same size heater hose as the rest of the truck? You can tell I'm new at this aspect of working on my truck. And I'm a serious over-thinker. Thanks a...
  5. geocrasher

    Any tips for replacing the heater hose quick disconnect?

    I found a leak on my TBI 350 that's in my 88 Suburban. It's the quick disconnect next to the distributor: Apparently these are prone to breaking off upon removal, which looks like a pain to fix! Any suggestions for replacing this? Should I replace it with the same part? I'm going to replace...
  6. geocrasher

    88 4wd Suburban 1/2T. Front brake issues, time to rebuid- or upgrade?

    After having driven it a bit, I realized that the problems were in my head, and it's stopping better than ever. It's always had a lot of travel. I bought a new master cylinder to install, and when I replace the rear brakes and brake line, I'll also replace the master cylinder. For now it's done...
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    88 4wd Suburban 1/2T. Front brake issues, time to rebuid- or upgrade?

    Status update: Got the parts all in. New rotors, repacked the hubs completely (the grease WAS burned), new rubber hoses, pads and calipers. I wasn't able to say I had it bled until I saw a tip to put grease on the brake bleeder threads. That stopped air from getting in around the threads, and...
  8. geocrasher

    350 Tune-up "kit" w/ Cap, rotor, wires: Good deal?

    Cool, thanks guys. I appreciate it. I'm so far out of the loop on this stuff it's not funny.
  9. geocrasher

    88 4wd Suburban 1/2T. Front brake issues, time to rebuid- or upgrade?

    I'm about to order all the parts needed. I'm getting new rotors (same price as having them turned locally!) and calipers, pads, hoses. Going to repack the bearings while I'm in there. If any one has suggestions for the best pads, I'd be grateful.
  10. geocrasher

    350 Tune-up "kit" w/ Cap, rotor, wires: Good deal?

    Hello, I apologize if this has been covered to death. I was cruising RockAuto for some parts for a front end brake rebuild , and decided to look into a tune up. I've had my 88 Suburban for about 7 years and haven't replaced the cap, rotor, wires, or plugs. Mind you, it's not seen but 20 or 30k...
  11. geocrasher

    Replacing Seats and Seatbelts on an 88 Suburban

    I don't want to rebuild the current ones- it'll just cost too much money overall. I think I'm going to try to get buckets with built in seat belts out of less than 20 year old SUV if possible. Even if I had to spend $150 on a nice set, it would be cheaper than the new belts altogether. Any thoughts?
  12. geocrasher

    Replacing Seats and Seatbelts on an 88 Suburban

    It's time to replace the front 3 point belts on the suburban, and also the front seats. I'm going to try for seats out of something from the early 2000's Suburbans perhaps, we'll see what I can find. In the mean time, I really need to get some new seat belts. The passenger belt mechanism is...
  13. geocrasher

    88 4wd Suburban 1/2T. Front brake issues, time to rebuid- or upgrade?

    I was thinking the same things. I think this will turn into one of those "While I'm at it..." projects. Surely the outer axle seals need replacing. I'll have to check to see if these things even have inner axle seals. Thanks for all the replies, this has been really helpful!
  14. geocrasher

    88 4wd Suburban 1/2T. Front brake issues, time to rebuid- or upgrade?

    Ah, hoses too! I hadn't thought of that. So, blow out the hard lines while replacing the calipers, hoses, pads, and master cylinder. Got it. Thank you. I'm thinking about a 2" lift in the future, perhaps longer brake hoses would be good at this point.
  15. geocrasher

    88 4wd Suburban 1/2T. Front brake issues, time to rebuid- or upgrade?

    Hey everyone, 88 Suburban half ton with a 10 bolt front end. While driving at about 45mph it started pulling left really hard. By the time I figured out the front left brake was dragging, it was smoking very badly and pouring water on the wheel and hub caused it to sizzle immediately. Ouch...
  16. geocrasher

    Electric Locks Completely Dead

    Hi all, I have an 88 Burb with electric locks- they're dead. There was a blown 10A fuse in place, and the fuse block calls for a 20A. I replaced it with a 20A fuse. No go. Still dead. Can anyone point me at a good source for troubleshooting info? Thank you very much! :)
  17. geocrasher

    Tires/Wheels from newer Suburban to my 88 Suburban

    I forgot to post a pic of what I ended up with! It rides a lot different with these mudders on it, but the price was right :)
  18. geocrasher

    Broken Seat Back Repair

    Hi guys, I got the seat back repaired on my 1988 Suburban. I made a video that shows how it was done, I hope it's helpful to somebody.
  19. geocrasher

    Tires/Wheels from newer Suburban to my 88 Suburban

    Thanks guys! I didn't realize offset would be such an issue, but they DO look a lot deeper now that I'm looking closer. At any rate, it's now moot. I just bought a nice set of 31" mudders from a guy who upgraded to 33's. Got them for a dang good price too!
  20. geocrasher

    Tires/Wheels from newer Suburban to my 88 Suburban

    Howdy gents, I need new tires, and I'd like to replace the fairly discolored/rusty factory steely's on my 88 Suburban 1/2 ton 4x4. 6 on 5.5 as far as I know. I'm on a tight budget, and so I have had the idea that I'll find donor tires/wheels from something else being parted out by a private...
  21. geocrasher

    1988 4x4 V1500- the work begins!

    Thanks for the warm welcome! I'll copy this post over toe the mentioned section, @HotRodPC Thanks for the idea! Oh, and there are pics going with it ;)
  22. geocrasher

    1988 4x4 V1500- the work begins!

    Howdy all, I've owned three suburbans. The first two were 3/4 ton trucks, and this is my first half ton. What is it? Well I'm glad you asked. 350, 700r4, 3.73's, 10 bolts front and rear, on stock wheels and 31's. Barn doors. 40 gallon tank. Factory tow package. I bought it as a family rig and...
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