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    S-10 2.8 TBI runs rough midway through warmup

    My 87 S10 2.8 with a 4sp trans acted like that one time and it ended up being a vacuum line. IIRC, there was one that came to a T junction and ran down behind the engine and by the transmission. Also had one rot off that went to the canister. Replaced the CTS another time and that is probably it...
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    Flywheel and Pressure plate bolts

    Oh that is in the old block, so I wont be doing anything further with that motor. I'm the super slow guy with a brand new BP engine. I probably should have used that thread for this but I'm embarrassed to admit its taking me this long to get the motor in/done. I was hoping my next post in that...
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    Flywheel and Pressure plate bolts

    Here's the old pilot bearing. Running yr finger over the edge you can feel it got kocked up somehow as it has a sharp edge sticking up. I almost believe the oring seal is on the wrong side of the recess. As I understand it, the seal should be facing the trans side to keep grease in and trash out.
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    Flywheel and Pressure plate bolts

    Thanks all, I've got a new pivot ball and clutch forkin the shopping cart. The boot was MIA so one's in there as well. Alot of reading suggest the bushing is preferred. My only thoughts is this truck isn't going to be a daily driver by no means. Pulling a 7K lb tractor around some but nothing...
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    Flywheel and Pressure plate bolts

    Does it matter if the old engine removed had a (needle) pilot bearing vs the Luk clutch assembly I bought has a pilot bushing? Its a manual transmission. EDIT: After actually opening the plastic the pilot was in to see it better it is a pilot bearing and not a bushing. I guess I'll use the...
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    Flywheel and Pressure plate bolts

    Heres another shot of the release bearing wear marks.
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    Flywheel and Pressure plate bolts

    It would have been great if when I removed the engine I had gone ahead and removed the bell housing and clutch fork to inspect for wear or broken parts. So lesson learnt. Broken clutch fork retainer spring, worn pivot ball, and release bearing looks to have the signs that the spring was on the...
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    Flywheel and Pressure plate bolts

    Is it acceptable to reuse the Flywheel and pressure plate bolts? Just resurfaced the flywheel for the new BluePrint 5.7 and ready to put on the new Luk clutch disk and pressure plate. thanks Tom
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    Cylinder head gasket replacement job

    I love this thread. Learning is a never ending process for me as I have a hard time....oh look, a kitty cat.
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    1987 R10 oil pressure switch location/leaking

    That's what I was thinking...I have permatex thread sealant in a tube.
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    1987 R10 oil pressure switch location/leaking

    While this discussion is going on, should the two pipes that thread into the block have thread sealant on them? I dont recall seeing a torque spec on them either but my thinking is that they should be tightened to really snug but not crazy snug.
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    Intake Manifold bolt length question

    Ordered some intake manifold bolts and would like to know If I should be concerned that the new ARP bolts are shorter than the originals. New ones are smaller heads and IMO would need to have the washers which shortens them that much more vs originals. Is this normal or should I just go buy...
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    Blue Print or GM Performance

    Ordered some intake manifold bolts and would like to know If I should be concerned that the new ARP bolts are shorter than the originals. New ones are smaller heads and IMO would need to have the washers which shortens them that much more vs originals. Is this normal or should I just go buy...
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    TBI I need help

    @GR Jonesy This may seem silly, but any chance you could go back and replace the old parts back excepting the injectors("Replaced TPS IAC plugs MAP sensor"). Just in case you can get it back to a rough idle at least. But first, go thru the checklist procedures probably smartest thing you can do...
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    Blue Print or GM Performance

    Right on @tadslc .... the teeth look to be in great shape and the surface I think shouldn't take much true up. From the few clutch disk I've seen this one has right much life left in it but I'm going new and hope it will be a long time before it ever needs replacing.
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    Blue Print or GM Performance

    Very slow progress....largely its just how I do but also its hot, summer yards duties, it's too freaking hot, and everybody else's problems precede my own. Whiney complaint over. Got the IM painted/cleared, pulley's p/c also, engine mount brackets done also. Have a list of items on Rock auto...
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    Blue Print or GM Performance

    Thanks!
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    Blue Print or GM Performance

    https://www.oreillyauto.com/detail/c/lucas-oil-products/lucas-engine-break-in-oil/luc0/10631 Just to confirm, the SAE30 linked above is what you are referring to. I see there is a 20W50 Lucas break in oil on the Lucas website.
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    Blue Print or GM Performance

    Will do my best on video. Definitely pics though.
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    Blue Print or GM Performance

    I"m debating getting new Intake manifold bolts. One rung off so would have to replace that one. Anyone use the ARP bolts such as on Rock Auto? Set of 12 hex bolts for $22 is reasonable(non stainless steel) Since I'm putting the old exhaust manifolds back on I'll get some new bolts for that as...
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    Blue Print or GM Performance

    Did you buy the BPE oil that was mentioned in the installation guide? BPP710 break in oil or BPE service oil BPP10W30, for my roller cam motor. I know it also says "otherwise, use an OE recommended API SN service rate multi-viscosity(non synthetic) oil." I"m wondering if it would be worth it in...
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    2004 5.3 Intake Manifold Gasket Replacement

    Yep, I've got 2 GM OEM ordered from Rock auto
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    2004 5.3 Intake Manifold Gasket Replacement

    @Bextreme04 Thanks for taking the time to write all that up. The YT video I've seen was pretty decent but sometimes things get skipped over. My INNOVA 3150f I dont believe has the live data capability.
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    2004 5.3 Intake Manifold Gasket Replacement

    Idle is ok at cold startand runs fine. The code is that P0174 if I remember correctly as it's been awhile. I've cleared the code and it stays off but eventually pops back up. So it's time to knock it out.
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    2004 5.3 Intake Manifold Gasket Replacement

    I've got a 2004 Tahoe needing to replace the IM gasket. I've never had the IM off on this vehicle and have owned it for 6 years with not much trouble. SES light is on and showing a code which points to bad gasket. So I've seen a video on it and it doesn't look like too bad just a ton of...

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