Argo_SS

Just put long tube headers on last week and my steering shaft barely rubs one of the tubes when I turn a little. I figure my engine mounts are a little "lazy", so figured I'd change them. Just wondering what options are out there for mounts for these trucks? I know factory is good, just would like to upgrade now if possible.

Lol!

What would be too aggressive for the stock lifters?

And would you run the studs or the stainless or chromoly bolts?

Decided to give the CalSpeeds a try. Anybody familiar with them? Talked to a few people who said they were great bang for the buck for a stainless header What about lifters? Seems I've read about the stock lifters weren't desirable And how would you hold the lifters up to get the can in?

I was thinking the same thing along the lines of PB blaster. But with some badass rust penetrant we have from ACDelco. I'm gonna start spraying it down tomorrow. Don't wanna have to pull my heads off for a machine shop till I'm ready for cam install. What bolts would you go back with? Stock? Someone once mentioned they only go back with ARP studs for exhaust bolts

Just ordered a set of long tubes for my 05. Should be here Friday. My question to y'all is this: what do y'all do for the exhaust manifold bolts? I work at a GM dealer and we dread messing with manifold bolts due to them breaking off or already being broken off in the head. My truck hasn't (yet) popped any bolts on the manifolds. But I'm worried about them breaking when I pull them out. What do y'all do to prevent this? Anything?

Hoping to get one as complete as possible. But let me know what you have.

Beat me to it!!

tell me about it. All of our Chevron's around here were bought out a couple years ago.

Oh, and right now I'm getting 12.4mpg with Magnaflow muffler, AirAid Jr tube and Synthamax filter, HPTuners tune(still working out bugs) and Amsoil in everything. And I don't consider myself hard on it. but I don't "try" to get good mileage either. I live 4 miles from work/town and go through 2 traffic lights to get here.

Copied and pasted this from GM Service Information just now from work. Kinda slow at the dealership at the moment. This bulletin has been updated recently as Chevron was at the top of the list just a few months ago. I always use Chevron when I can due in part to this bulletin. #04-06-04-047L: TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline (Deposits, Fuel Economy, No Start, Power, Performance, Stall Concerns) – U.S. Only - (Nov 7, 2013) Subject: TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline (Deposits, Fuel Economy, No Start, Power, Performance, Stall Concerns) – U.S. Only Models: 2014 and Prior GM Cars and Trucks (U.S. Only) This bulletin has been revised to add the 2014 model year. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 04-06-04-047K. In Canada, refer to the latest version of Corporate Bulletin Number 05-06-04-022. A new class of fuel called TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is appearing at retail stations of some fuel marketers. This gasoline meets detergency standards developed by six automotive companies. All vehicles will benefit from using TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline over gasoline containing the “Lowest Additive Concentration” set by the EPA. Those vehicles that have experienced deposit related concerns may especially benefit from the use of TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline. (1) Intake valve: 10,000 miles with TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline (2) Intake valve: 10,000 miles with Legal Minimum additive Gasoline Brands (U.S.) That Currently Meet TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Standards As of July 1, 2012, all grades of the following gasoline brands meet the TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Standards: 76 Stations Aloha Petroleum BP Chevron Conoco CountryMark Entec Stations Exxon Hawaii Fueling Network (HFN) Holiday Stationstores Inc. Kwik Trip Kwik Star MFA Oil Co. Mileage Stations Mobil Ohana Fuels Phillips 66 QuickTrip Road Ranger Scheirl Oil Shell Texaco Tri-Par Oil Co. U.S. Oil What is TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline? TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is a new class of gasoline with enhanced detergency. It meets new, voluntary deposit control standards developed by six automotive companies that exceed the detergent requirements imposed by the EPA. Where Can TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Be Purchased? The TOP TIER program began on May 3, 2004 and many fuel marketers have joined the program and have introduced TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline. This is a voluntary program and not all fuel marketers will offer this product. Once fuel marketers make public announcements, they will appear on a list of brands that meet the TOP TIER standards. Where Can I find the Latest Information on TOP TIER Fuel and Retailers? On the web, please visit www.toptiergas.com for additional information and updated retailer lists. Who developed TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline standards? TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline standards were developed by six automotive companies: Audi, BMW, General Motors, Honda, Toyota and Volkswagen. Why was TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline developed? TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline was developed to increase the level of detergent additive in gasoline. The EPA requires that all gasoline sold in the U.S. contain a detergent additive. However, the requirement is minimal and in many cases, is not sufficient to keep engines clean. In order to meet TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline standards, a higher level of detergent is needed than what is required by the EPA. Also, TOP TIER was developed to give fuel marketers the opportunity to differentiate their product. Why did the six automotive companies join together to develop TOP TIER? All six corporations recognized the benefits to both the vehicle and the consumer. Also, joining together emphasized that low detergency is an issue of concern to several automotive companies. What are the benefits of TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline? TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline will help keep engines cleaner than gasoline containing the “Lowest Additive Concentration” set by the EPA. Clean engines help provide optimal fuel economy and performance and reduced emissions. Also, use of TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline will help reduce deposit related concerns. GM bulletins are intended for use by professional technicians, NOT a "do-it-yourselfer". They are written to inform these technicians of conditions that may occur on some vehicles, or to provide information that could assist in the proper service of a vehicle. Properly trained technicians have the equipment, tools, safety instructions, and know-how to do a job properly and safely. If a condition is described, DO NOT assume that the bulletin applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle will have that condition. See your GM dealer for information on whether your vehicle may benefit from the information. WE SUPPORT VOLUNTARY TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATION

I'm looking for a good trailer brake controller for my SSS, but want a good looking, good quality product. Just wondering if any of you have found one you are really happy with? The only ones I see are the older-style, outdated squared- off design. Fits fine in my 1986 Silverado K10, but is kinda out of place in the SSS. What cha got? And where are you mounting them???

X2 on the bad connection at battery. I hate side posts for that reason.

That does look good, blown346. Did you have to trim the back of the "brake ducts" to get the fogs in there?? Yea, the Offroad LED bars is what I was thinking of doing. VERY bright and soooo many options on sizes. You can do whatever you want with them. But I'm sure the cops would frown upon using them on the roads. I was wanting to use them on the back roads around the county for a little insurance. I'd just have to be careful when I see an oncoming car to turn them off. (Plus they just look badass). I might look into doing the factory fogs, too.