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Forum: Cooling
09-03-2014, 10:00 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 720
Posted By gmkid

Re: Major Engine Overheating, Blowing Radiators

I bought an A.C. Delco rad only to find out that it is made by Ready Rad. Thought the supplier was trying to rip me off so I called Delco and they confirmed it. I would bet my left leg that there...
Forum: Interior
08-28-2014, 10:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,051
Posted By gmkid

Re: accessory fuse blowing

When you get sick of blowing a bunch of fuses and wasting money, I usually put a light bulb (12vdc) in series with the fuse that keeps blowing. The light bulb will limit the current in the circuit...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-22-2014, 10:10 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,590
Posted By gmkid

Re: No Gauge Reading, Help!

I agree with scorpner start by chasing down the circuit grounds on the cluster wiring. Your fuel gauge reading full is a telltale sign of a lost ground. A fuel gauge is just a voltmeter with the...
Forum: Electronics
08-19-2014, 11:26 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 841
Posted By gmkid

Re: new alternator very hot and puts out 19 volts

It sounds like the voltage regulator in the alternator is not doing its' job anymore. I would remove the battery and have a good parts store run it on their analyzer. Then, I would hook up the good...
Forum: Electronics
08-13-2014, 07:46 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 685
Posted By gmkid

Re: OBD Scanners

The best code scanner you can buy is a paperclip (it is almost free). IF your 88 is like my 86 and I am 99% sure that it is. As you face the dual row diagnostic port install the paperclip between...
Forum: Electronics
08-12-2014, 10:44 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 379
Posted By gmkid

Re: Need help about my CHMSL

make sure the wiring connector on the contact pad did not come unplugged. lift hatch and carefully take out the screws of the contact pad (located above little light that shines on the spare tire...
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