Tag Archives: quadzilla

Raise Me 6 Inches

Posted on October 2, 2010 by Brian

I jacked quadzilla up by the frame instead of the axle this time and noticed that sitting on the jack stands is about the height I want it to be.  The top of the wheels are the same height as … Continue reading →

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Quadzilla Repairs

Posted on October 2, 2010 by Brian

I started the work to remove the rear differential carrier today.  I didn’t get too far though, got started too late.  I did get the wheels off, the spare tire removed, rear tie rods disconnected, parking brake linkage off.  I … Continue reading →

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Why did GM do this?

Posted on December 4, 2009 by Brian

I do not understand why GM thought it was a good idea to scale the coolant temperature gauge like this. There is no way you can look at it and figure out what the temperature is unless you are good … Continue reading →

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Stepper Motor Pictures

Posted on December 4, 2009 by Brian

I had to take apart one of the little stepper motors from my gauge cluster to see what was inside.  It is amazing you can get these little motors for $3 each… those little tiny gears are amazing by themselves.

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