Recent content by lwcools

Folks, I cant say how happy I am with BBP tuned PCM in my 96. I just got it today, and I'm still lead-footing everywhere I go, but if the performance I've seen so far holds true, I wont have any complaints. Ever. Heres a link to my build that started as a simple injector swap. The last post has...

For anyone reading or up on my build, or following the thread, I got my Blackbear Tuned PCM today. Like a kid on Christmas morning I ripped into the box and immediately started playing with my new toy. The PCM they delivered was obviously used and was still pretty dirty. Also in the box was the...

Sounds like your in the same boat I was a few months ago. I read your thread and I think your doing all the right things. My baby is running again, like a champ, all the factory stuff seems to have mated well with the upgrades for me. Unfortunately, my build was done on a paycheck to paycheck...

I guess I forgot to update this previously, but, I got the truck back about 6-7 weeks ago. It runs like a dream on the highway, but until I get my tune done, I wont be feeling any of the power she makes. Right now the factory PCM has it feeling a lot like stock with more umph on the highway...

I think your answer depends greatly on what you plan to accomplish with the new wheels- i.e. Are you looking to give it "stance" where the wheels come out from under the body or are you looking to tighten up the looks by drawing the wheels up under the fenders? As far as your steering is...

its a good bit of work. mostly time consuming. You'll need to pull the dash out. Depending on what you find once the dash is out will determine if you need to pull the entire HVAC unit out or not. When I was working as a mechanic, with all of my tools and the right place, etc. to do it, It was...

I agree with Lester on the engine. also, be prepared for a full rebuild in the not too distant future. The vortec crank bearings and heads don't hold up to water at all. If you've already made chocolate milk, you might be best off doing a refresh now (new bearings and master gasket set). Mine...

Just rebuilt my 96 vortec. Originally was thinking about scavenging my 88 firebird for its 350 TPI to buy some time. Too many electronics on the vortec to go backwards in age, plus you'd basically have to rework the fuel system, computer and all electronics, emissions, etc. the best thing to do...

On my build I bought summit shorty truck headers. They're easy to install, and are direct fit. Long tubes require the rest of the system to be rebuilt. Its doable, but a pain the hind end and costs more in the long run. The Summit headers were right around 200. You'll want to get better gaskets...

0430(catalyst system below efficiency threshold) is directly related to the lack of cats. 0302 is a misfire on cyl 2. 0175 and 0172 are system too rich codes. There's a lot of things that can cause the richness in the system, but I would start by investigating the misfire on cyl 2, and see what...

Here's the new heads and the links to some of the other new parts.. http://www.summitracing.com/parts/sum-g9016/overview/year/1996/make/chevrolet/model/tahoe http://www.summitracing.com/parts/cca-sk08-500-8 http://www.summitracing.com/parts/slp-h345dcp20/overview/make/chevrolet...

Here's some pics of the damage...

Too bad this only works for 98+ Otherwise, I'd be there. Can you do anything with a 96 vortec at Houston? Maybe data collection? I'm planning on doing a traditional tune sometime in the next month, but an in person meet would be great if it would serve any purpose.

One more update before I go for the first start up... All of the engine work is done and its waiting to go in the truck next week. The crank ended up being ground 10/10 and was salvageable, as were all the rods. We ended up doing a .020 over bore and using speed pro power forged pistons (sorry...

A couple other parts/part numbers that are going into this build adding prices for my own notes but you might find the info useful: Summit Shorty Truck headers SUM-G9016 (199.97 Summit.com) ACDelco SCPI->MFI conversion injectors 217-3029 (262.78...