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Posted: 7/26/2013 8:04:13 PM EDT
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They don't make them anymore.
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Posted: 7/26/2013 8:06:48 PM EDT
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My Dad had one, put a shit ton of miles on it traveling. He had to have the tranny rebuilt, that's about it.
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Posted: 7/26/2013 8:11:54 PM EDT
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if its the 5.7 vortec its the good motor my 97 and 99 chevs both had it, my 05 had the 6.0 I now drive a cumins
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Posted: 7/26/2013 8:14:27 PM EDT
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They run forever, you will go through brakes and pitman/idler arms faster than you should.
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Posted: 7/26/2013 8:15:17 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: They don't make them like that anymore. I was hoping to hear something more along the lines of.... |
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Posted: 7/26/2013 8:15:35 PM EDT
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They run forever, you will go through brakes and pitman/idler arms faster than you should. No shit our tahoe ate brakes like fukn candy but it was a good rig |
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Posted: 7/26/2013 8:16:32 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: No shit our tahoe ate brakes like fukn candy but it was a good rig Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: They run forever, you will go through brakes and pitman/idler arms faster than you should. No shit our tahoe ate brakes like fukn candy but it was a good rig |
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Posted: 7/26/2013 8:18:34 PM EDT
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I have a 02 Tahoe and a 2000 Silverado
They. Run great. As any electric fuel pump that in the gas tank don't let the tank get below 1/4 full the gas cooles the pump. They are a bitch to replace. |
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Posted: 7/26/2013 8:22:28 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I have a 02 Tahoe and a 2000 Silverado They. Run great. As any electric fuel pump that in the gas tank don't let the tank get below 1/4 full the gas cooles the pump. They are a bitch to replace. Hhhmm that is interdasting. did GM design them that way or is that just how it turned out? |
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Posted: 7/26/2013 8:35:17 PM EDT
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I think the head gasket on these was a problem as well. I had a '96 Tahoe and loved it. It towed better than my '01 Yukon.
As mentioned: Transmission - purchased mine with a rebuilt unit. Fuel pump (research it and get a good pump with a warranty) Pitman/idler - see above. 4WD actuator - easy DIY under the truck. Fuel injectors - change from spider unit to upgraded design if you're in there for another reason. |
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Posted: 7/26/2013 9:35:24 PM EDT
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If one only rarely goes above 65 mph is the brake thing still a big deal? Quote HistoryQuoted:
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They run forever, you will go through brakes and pitman/idler arms faster than you should. No shit our tahoe ate brakes like fukn candy but it was a good rig Ya the tahoe is heavy in the font light in the back (im assuming the burban will be too) so the breaks up front took more of the brunt but i think it was a every other year deal at like $40 a set not a huge deal and easy as hell to do |
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Posted: 7/26/2013 9:47:15 PM EDT
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They run forever, you will go through brakes and pitman/idler arms faster than you should. This. Front brakes are are way to small. Other than that, gtg. Great trucks. 1/2 ton or 3/4? |
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Posted: 7/26/2013 9:49:39 PM EDT
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No shit our tahoe ate brakes like fukn candy but it was a good rig Quote HistoryQuoted:
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They run forever, you will go through brakes and pitman/idler arms faster than you should. No shit our tahoe ate brakes like fukn candy but it was a good rig Well, considering how much the damn things weigh... 
2001 5.3 Suburban owner here. |
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Posted: 7/26/2013 10:04:40 PM EDT
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I have a 2004 suburban which has been great, but is not what the OP is asking about, so I don't know what I'm doing here.
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Posted: 7/26/2013 10:07:11 PM EDT
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I'd get a 2000+ just so you get the LS series engine. 5.3L or 6.0L or whatever FTW
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Posted: 7/27/2013 9:29:11 AM EDT
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Did I get in before someone lambastes you for considering an "Obama motors" product, even though it's used, and built well before the reign of Barack the 1st?
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Posted: 7/27/2013 9:30:13 AM EDT
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id like an all black one with tinted windows so i can park in front of arfcommers homes.
imagine the chaos in GD? |
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Posted: 7/27/2013 9:57:47 AM EDT
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I have a 93 Suburban, pretty similar to the 99s. It's got 327k on the clock and runs like a top.
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Posted: 7/27/2013 10:03:11 AM EDT
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Great trucks.
Same common problems as the other 96-99 GM trucks Fuel pump Fuel injector spider Intake gaskets Transmission |
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Posted: 7/27/2013 10:08:39 AM EDT
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I still have a '99 Sub that I bought new.
Never had transmission problems with it, but I know I seem to replace one major thing a year. That's not a big deal since it have north of 230k miles on it. I honestly think the doors are going to fall off before the power train gives up the ghost. |
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Posted: 7/27/2013 10:08:48 AM EDT
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I have a 1999 with 215k runs great and gas mileage isn't too bad.
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Posted: 7/27/2013 10:11:04 AM EDT
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I still have a '99 Sub that I bought new. Never had transmission problems with it, but I know I seem to replace one major thing a year. That's not a big deal since it have north of 230k miles on it. I honestly think the doors are going to fall off before the power train gives up the ghost. Oh yeah, door pin hinges are another wear item on these trucks. Simple kits to replace the pins, it's just kind of a pain. |
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Posted: 7/27/2013 10:30:31 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Oh yeah, door pin hinges are another wear item on these trucks. Simple kits to replace the pins, it's just kind of a pain. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: I still have a '99 Sub that I bought new. Never had transmission problems with it, but I know I seem to replace one major thing a year. That's not a big deal since it have north of 230k miles on it. I honestly think the doors are going to fall off before the power train gives up the ghost. Oh yeah, door pin hinges are another wear item on these trucks. Simple kits to replace the pins, it's just kind of a pain. does one get the kits form LMC or where? |
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Posted: 7/27/2013 10:49:20 AM EDT
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Price? Miles?
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Posted: 7/27/2013 10:59:04 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Price? Miles? I ended up paying 2700 for a 157000 mile unit |
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Posted: 7/27/2013 11:10:28 AM EDT
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Had a 96 with about 240K on it.
Rebuilt transmission once. Engine was still strong and good oil pressure (45 PSI) A/C was crap and always was. Rear air worked better. Brakes held up fine. Ball joints replaced once at 200K 2 or 3 alternators. Or maybe 3 or 4, can't remember. Fuel injector assembly (spider looking thing) replaced twice. Coolant leak on rear seal of intake where it meets the head. |
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Posted: 7/27/2013 11:14:52 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Had a 96 with about 240K on it. Rebuilt transmission once. Engine was still strong and good oil pressure (45 PSI) A/C was crap and always was. Rear air worked better. Brakes held up fine. Ball joints replaced once at 200K 2 or 3 alternators. Or maybe 3 or 4, can't remember. Fuel injector assembly (spider looking thing) replaced twice. Coolant leak on rear seal of intake where it meets the head. |
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Posted: 7/27/2013 11:25:02 AM EDT
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I had a '99 3/4 ton suburban that I bough new and put about 90,000
miles on it. 7.4 liter engine that got about 12-13 mpg. It was not a good tow vehicle though. Only problems were electric door locks and intake manifold gasket leak. Had both problems fixed without breaking the bank. Replace brakes and tires once. Looking back I should have kept it. Hope that helps |
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Posted: 7/27/2013 11:48:00 AM EDT
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I have a 98 suburban that I bought about a year and a half ago with issues that I knew about and some that I didn't . I've replaced the radiator so far and the battery , the air doesn't work, and it won't start with out help from some starting fluid( I think it's the fuel pump). That said , it still gets better gas mileage than my 04 F -150 super cab. If it was well taken care of, get it.
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Posted: 7/27/2013 11:52:24 AM EDT
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does one get the kits form LMC or where? Quote HistoryQuoted:
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I still have a '99 Sub that I bought new. Never had transmission problems with it, but I know I seem to replace one major thing a year. That's not a big deal since it have north of 230k miles on it. I honestly think the doors are going to fall off before the power train gives up the ghost. Oh yeah, door pin hinges are another wear item on these trucks. Simple kits to replace the pins, it's just kind of a pain. does one get the kits form LMC or where? Regular Parts store, it's a common issue so it's easy to find the kits ETA: one way to check cooing system integrity is to rent/borrow a pressure tester and test the cooling system as part of the inspection. Holding cap listed pressure (13 lbs iirc) for a while is ok, if not you have a leak somewhere. And if its not dripping on the ground, it's either going into the cylinders or oil system. Obvious chocolate/strawberry milkshake in the oil/transis a no-go |
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Posted: 7/27/2013 11:55:58 AM EDT
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I have an 01 that has been a solid car for 200k.
Fuel pump had to be replaced at 150k. I went cheap and replaced it again at 175. Brakes haven't been an issue for me. AC is great, and I can't think of anything else that stands out. For $2700 I think you did well.
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Posted: 7/27/2013 12:01:35 PM EDT
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99's still had the 350sb (5.7l) and the 454 (8.3l) engines. Issues with these vehicles were things like....the rear ends got hot if you towed....and everyone did. (the machines manufacturing the rear end gears were so old that they we not making parts well). These vehicles also went thorugh brakes pretty quickly/but I lived in the mountains. Engines and trannys were pretty solid. Electronics were okay. A/C was very good. Interiors held up well. Drivers seat if "leather" would show wear pretty quick though.
I worked for GM back then although I too am a Ford guy. I would own one of these. 
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Posted: 7/27/2013 12:03:55 PM EDT
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mine has 167,000 on it, and as stated above, you have repairs and maintenance, but other than that they are good vehicles.
the rear a/c lines tend to rot out depending on your location and are an expensive repair. I would have no issue buying a low mileage well taken care of suburban. |
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Posted: 7/27/2013 12:07:26 PM EDT
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id like an all black one with tinted windows so i can park in front of arfcommers homes. imagine the chaos in GD? 
"If you can read this you are in range" |
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Posted: 7/27/2013 12:07:56 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: 99's still had the 350sb (5.7l) and the 454 (8.3l) engines. Issues with these vehicles were things like....the rear ends got hot if you towed....and everyone did. (the machines manufacturing the rear end gears were so old that they we not making parts well). These vehicles also went thorugh brakes pretty quickly/but I lived in the mountains. Engines and trannys were pretty solid. Electronics were okay. A/C was very good. Interiors held up well. Drivers seat if "leather" would show wear pretty quick though. I worked for GM back then although I too am a Ford guy. I would own one of these. The newer vortec 8.1L is about a 496 or so. |
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Posted: 7/27/2013 12:11:06 PM EDT
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No shit our tahoe ate brakes like fukn candy but it was a good rig Quote HistoryQuoted:
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They run forever, you will go through brakes and pitman/idler arms faster than you should. No shit our tahoe ate brakes like fukn candy but it was a good rig Still running mine. Aside from the usual limitations of the 350 as a towing powerplant (IMHO, not made for sustained loads), the biggest weaknesses are: 1. Transmission. Just plan on it dying and needing to be rebuilt. 2. Brakes. They undersized the 99 brakes. (01-02 was built right if you want a comparison). Only use Delco parts and you will get better life out of them, but plan on renewing the brakes regularly as they chew them up. The post above is NOT exaggerating. 3. Electrical. GM always has electrical gremlins - Not Lucas level, but there. Bad grounds you have to chase down with a multimeter - Get a good Fluke meter and a book on auto electrical now to save cursing a lot later. |
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Posted: 7/27/2013 12:17:21 PM EDT
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I have lots of kids and am on my 4th Suburban - all got over 225K,
my 96 kicked offline at 265K towing 4,000 lbs of hay up a 12% grade. None required much outside of normal repairs, but be ready at the gas pump - 15 mpg ain't swell at all. |
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Posted: 7/27/2013 12:20:11 PM EDT
[#38]
I own a 99 Tahoe, and love it. It's got enough power to tow my boat, and it's comfortable and handy enough for all four of us to go on longer trips. I replaced the engine at 110k, because it was that good of a truck. The motor didn't die because of GM, it died because of how a prior owner treated it, which could happen to any brand. Parts are reasonably inexpensive and it's easy for me or my mechanic to work on if something does go wrong. I would buy another in a heartbeat.
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Posted: 7/27/2013 12:21:07 PM EDT
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I think the head gasket on these was a problem as well. I had a '96 Tahoe and loved it. It towed better than my '01 Yukon. As mentioned: Transmission - purchased mine with a rebuilt unit. Fuel pump (research it and get a good pump with a warranty) Pitman/idler - see above. 4WD actuator - easy DIY under the truck. Fuel injectors - change from spider unit to upgraded design if you're in there for another reason. This is true. I have a 96 C1500. Tranny at 155,000 miles. 2 sets of fuel injectors , one fuel pump and a couple of front end parts. Currently has 170,000 miles and runs so smooth that I sometimes have to look at the tach to see if is still running. Got a 5.0 liter(305) |
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Posted: 7/27/2013 12:22:36 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I have an 01 that has been a solid car for 200k. Fuel pump had to be replaced at 150k. I went cheap and replaced it again at 175. Brakes haven't been an issue for me. AC is great, and I can't think of anything else that stands out. For $2700 I think you did well. well, i did get it, just added it to the insurance actually http://sanantonio.craigslist.org/cto/3956127398.html seems like a good truck and I have difficulty keeping it under 70mph in 4th |
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Posted: 7/27/2013 12:25:15 PM EDT
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O4 LS Tahoe 5.3 here, Haven't reached 1OO,OOO miles yet. I try and change the oil every 3000 miles or when it gets to 50%. Did the brakes in the rear like two years ago. Bought it brand new.
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Posted: 7/27/2013 12:27:39 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: This is true. I have a 96 C1500. Tranny at 155,000 miles. 2 sets of fuel injectors , one fuel pump and a couple of front end parts. Currently has 170,000 miles and runs so smooth that I sometimes have to look at the tach to see if is still running. Got a 5.0 liter(305) Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: I think the head gasket on these was a problem as well. I had a '96 Tahoe and loved it. It towed better than my '01 Yukon. As mentioned: Transmission - purchased mine with a rebuilt unit. Fuel pump (research it and get a good pump with a warranty) Pitman/idler - see above. 4WD actuator - easy DIY under the truck. Fuel injectors - change from spider unit to upgraded design if you're in there for another reason. This is true. I have a 96 C1500. Tranny at 155,000 miles. 2 sets of fuel injectors , one fuel pump and a couple of front end parts. Currently has 170,000 miles and runs so smooth that I sometimes have to look at the tach to see if is still running. Got a 5.0 liter(305) the suburban came with a 305? |
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Posted: 7/27/2013 12:29:17 PM EDT
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Hhhmm that is interdasting. did GM design them that way or is that just how it turned out? Quote HistoryQuoted:
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I have a 02 Tahoe and a 2000 Silverado They. Run great. As any electric fuel pump that in the gas tank don't let the tank get below 1/4 full the gas cooles the pump. They are a bitch to replace. Hhhmm that is interdasting. did GM design them that way or is that just how it turned out? |
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Posted: 7/27/2013 12:54:07 PM EDT
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I have one, you're too far away to though. Plan on a blown 4l60e, the OD and converter like to fail. min, expect a valve body. I swung a trans into mine and now it runs like atop. NE rust belt issues aside. Picked mine up for 1k put and k in it and KBB claims its a 6.5k vehicle.
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Posted: 7/27/2013 4:48:42 PM EDT
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there are apparently a lot of people who convert the burb to a NV4500 5spd. Anybody here do that? it sounds like a good way to preclude some unpleasantness with the auto tranny.
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Posted: 7/27/2013 5:04:12 PM EDT
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Ive got a 98 pick up that I bought new. 316K miles so far and the only thing done engine wise is the intake gaskets. ! alternator, 2 fuel pumps, and 3 distributor caps are all Ive done to it. 5.7 vortec engine SHOULD be the same as the suburbans, so if its priced right, JUMP ON IT! Oh yeah, NO transmission issues here, I ordered her new with a 5 sp manual, 373 gears, and a g80 locking diff. Truck got 16.8 mpg when I filled it up and checked it today, not bad IMO!
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Posted: 7/27/2013 5:08:54 PM EDT
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We had one and drove it into the ground. In 195k, replaced the transmission, alternator, ac system, and other consumables such as oil and brakes.
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Posted: 7/27/2013 5:53:13 PM EDT
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id like an all black one with tinted windows so i can park in front of arfcommers homes. imagine the chaos in GD? Mine is parked outside an arfcommer's home. 
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Posted: 7/28/2013 1:25:37 AM EDT
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Nearly 200K on mine, replaced tranny at 120K. Still runs strong. Cross drilled and slotted rotors and ceramic pads are a great upgrade for brake longevity. Drive it 80 miles a day to work and back.
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Posted: 7/28/2013 7:30:24 AM EDT
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I've got one with 260K on it. I've got the 350 Vortec engine and it's a runnin' son of a gun. Never had tranny problems, but did get a 2000 transfer because the oil change place checked/drained it and then "forgot" to refill it. They bought me the transfer. Still runs great, but I'm getting rid of it because I've "inherited' all of the cars back that we got the now grown up kids. My driveway looks like a used car lot.
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