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  1. Next-Generation GM Trucks (2027+)

    1. 2027+ Silverado 1500 & Sierra 1500

      The definitive source for the next-generation 2027 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra. Breaking news, spy photos, release dates, and technical discussion on the redesigned platform.

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    2. Gen VI Small Block V8 (5.7L & 6.6L)

      The next chapter of GM performance. Discussion on the 5.7L and 6.6L Gen 6 Small Block V8 displacements for the 2027 Chevrolet Silverado and 2027 GMC Sierra.  Talk specs, technology, and the $854M investment in the future of the V8.

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    3. 2.7L TurboMax Engine

      The ultimate resource for the 2027+ GM 2.7L TurboMax featured on the Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra. Connect with other owners to discuss the enhanced power delivery, towing capability, and the brand-new 10-speed transmission.

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    4. ZR2, Trail Boss, AT4, AT4X & AEV Off-Road

      Discuss the 2027+ Silverado ZR2, Trail Boss, Sierra AT4 & AT4X. Get technical info on GM's factory 2-inch lift, 34" and 35" MT tires, Multimatic DSSV dampers, and AEV Bison editions.

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    5. 3.0L Duramax Turbo-Diesel

      The premier community for the 2027+ Silverado and Sierra Duramax 3.0L Turbo-Diesel. Explore technical details, towing numbers, and maintenance for this proven, segment-exclusive powertrain.

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  2. GM Electric Vehicles (Ultium)

    1. Silverado EV & Sierra EV

      The full-size electric trucks. Discussion for the Chevrolet Silverado EV (WT, RST, Trail Boss) and GMC Sierra EV (Denali, AT4, Elevation). Covers range, towing, and charging.

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    2. GMC HUMMER EV

      The world's first supertruck. Discussion for the Hummer EV Pickup (SUT) and SUV. Off-road modes, CrabWalk, and mods.

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    3. Equinox EV, Blazer EV & Cadillac Lyriq

      The technical resource for GM's electric crossovers. Discussion on the Chevy Equinox EV, Blazer EV, Cadillac Lyriq, and Optiq. Share software tips, range tests, and charging experiences.

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  3. 2019+ Full-Size Trucks & SUVs (T1XX Platform)

    1. 2019-2026 Silverado 1500 & Sierra 1500

      The main discussion hub for the T1XX platform. Daily driving, new orders, pricing, and news for the 2019+ half-ton trucks. Includes 2022+ refresh. 

       

       

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    2. 2020-2026 Silverado HD & Sierra HD

      The heavy-duty headquarters. Discussion for the 2500HD and 3500HD. Towing, payload, ordering, and daily driving.

       

       

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    3. 2021-2026 Tahoe, Suburban, Yukon & Escalade

      The full-size SUV headquarters. Discussion for the Chevy Tahoe/Suburban, GMC Yukon/XL, and Cadillac Escalade. Covers the 3.0L Duramax, 6.2L V8, Air Ride suspension, and IRS upgrades.

       

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  4. Chevy Colorado & GMC Canyon Forums

    1. 2023+ Colorado & Canyon (3rd Gen)

      Discussion, news, and technical help for the 2023+ Chevy Colorado and GMC Canyon. Covers the 2.7L TurboMax engine, ZR2, AT4X, and all 3rd Gen updates

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    2. 2015-2022 Colorado & Canyon (2nd Gen)

      The central hub for the 2nd Generation twins. Discussion, news, and ownership experiences for the 2015-2022 Chevy Colorado and GMC Canyon.

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    3. 2004-2012 Colorado & Canyon (1st Gen)

      The original GMT355 platform. Technical discussion and mods for the 2004-2012 Chevy Colorado, GMC Canyon, and Isuzu i-Series. Also covers the Hummer H3 & H3T.

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  5. 2014-2019 Full-Size Trucks & SUVs (K2XX Platform)

    1. 2014-2018 Silverado 1500 & Sierra 1500

      The main discussion hub for the half-ton K2XX. Includes the 2019 Silverado LD and Sierra Limited legacy models 

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    2. 2015-2019 Silverado HD, Sierra HD & Medium Duty

      The heavy haulers. Discussion for the 2500HD / 3500HD and the 4500HD / 5500HD / 6500HD chassis cabs.

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    3. 2015-2020 Tahoe, Suburban, Yukon & Escalade

      The K2XX SUV family. Discussion for the Tahoe/Suburban, Yukon/XL, and Cadillac Escalade. Covers Magnetic Ride Control and Air Leveling.

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  6. 1999-2013 Silverado & Sierra (GMT800 & GMT900)

    1. 1999-2013 Silverado 1500 & Sierra 1500

      The daily drivers. Discussion for the half-ton GMT800 and GMT900 trucks. Troubleshooting 4WD, ABS modules, and rocker panel rust


       

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    2. 2000-2014 Silverado HD & Sierra HD

      The workhorses. Discussion for the 2500HD and 3500HD heavy-duty trucks. Covers the 2014 HD transition year.

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  7. GM Crossovers & SUVs

    1. 2025+ Chevy Equinox & GMC Terrain

      The all-new generation. Discussion for the 2025 Equinox (LT, RS, Activ) and 2025 Terrain (Elevation, AT4, Denali). Focus on the new rugged styling and Google Built-In technology.

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    2. 2024+ Traverse, Acadia & Enclave

      The new generation of 3-row haulers. Discussion for the 2024+ Chevy Traverse (Z71/RS), GMC Acadia (AT4/Denali), and the all-new Buick Enclave. Tech talk for the 2.5L Turbo-4 and Super Cruise.

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    3. Classic Equinox & Terrain (2005-2024)

      Discussion and technical help for previous generations of the Equinox and Terrain.

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    4. Traverse, Acadia, Blazer & Enclave (Pre 2024)

      The mid-size and 3-row headquarters. Technical discussion and news for the 2023 and older Chevy Traverse, Blazer, GMC Acadia, Buick Enclave, and Cadillac XT5/XT6.

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  8. Classic Chevrolet & GMC Pickup Truck Forums

    1. Chevrolet Express & GMC Savana

      All topics related to Chevrolet and GMC's popular full-size van line.

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    2. 1988-1999 Chevrolet & GMC C/K GMT400 Platform

      Like a rock. The classic 90's pickup truck. General and technical discussion for 1988 through 1999 Chevrolet and GMC pickup trucks. Parts wanted and for sale encouraged.

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    3. 1980-2009 Chevrolet Kodiak and GMC Topkick

      Discussion for the medium-duty commercial Kodiak and Topkick.

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    4. 1973-1987 Chevrolet & GMC Square Body / Rounded Line Pickups

      General and technical discussion for 1973 through 1987 Chevrolet and GMC pickup trucks. These years were otherwise known as "square body" pickups, although GM officially called them "rounded line" designs. Parts wanted and for sale encouraged.

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    5. 1967-1972 Chevrolet & GMC Glamour / Action Line Pickups

      The transition from work transportation to personal vehicle. General and technical discussion for 1967 through 1972 Chevrolet and GMC pickup trucks. Parts wanted and for sale encouraged.

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    6. 1960-1966 Chevrolet C/K/Apache & GMC 1000-3000 Pickups

      The beginning of the modern age of the pickup truck. General and technical discussion for 1960 through 1966 Chevrolet and GMC pickup trucks. Parts wanted and for sale encouraged.

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    7. 1982-2005 Chevrolet S-10/Blazer & GMC S15/Sonoma/Jimmy

      1982-2004 Chevrolet S-10 & GMC Sonoma, 1983-2005 Blazer & Jimmy

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    8. 1969-1994 Chevrolet K5 Blazer & GMC Fullsize Jimmy

      The smallest full-size SUV in the history of Chevrolet and GMC. The original two-door station wagon. Discussion for the classic 1969 through 1994 K5 Blazer and fullsize Jimmy.

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  9. Member Builds & Introductions

    1. Member Build Threads

      The transformation from stock to custom. Document your build, modification by modification. One thread per truck.

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    2. New Member Introductions

      Are you a new member? Maybe a member who's never posted anything before? It's alright! Come on in, start a new thread, and introduce yourself.

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  10. Technical & Advanced

    1. Ask A GM Technician

      Stumped? Post your question here for GM Master Techs. Serious inquiries only. Please include your VIN and codes. 

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    2. Towing, Hauling & Hitches

      Payloads, 5th wheels, and weight distribution. Ensure your truck is rigged right to pull the load.
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    3. Audio, Electronics & Software

      The digital dashboard. Discussion on Google Built-In, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, OnStar, and aftermarket sound systems.

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    4. Tires, Wheels & TPMS

      Fitment guides and rubber reviews. KO2 vs. Wildpeak? Chrome vs. Black? Discuss universal tire and wheel topics here.

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    5. Maintenance, Oils/Fluids, Detailing & Rust Prevention

      From the engine bay to the paint booth. Discuss oil analysis, fluid intervals, ceramic coatings, car wash techniques, and fighting rust. Keep your truck running strong and looking showroom fresh.

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    6. Advanced Drivetrain, Suspension & Tuning

      Deep dives into mechanical theory. Gear swaps, transmission rebuilding, solid axle swaps (SAS), and HP Tuners / ECU calibration.

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    7. DIY Guides & Reference Library

      Installations, Maintenance, and Repairs.

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    8. Article & Review Archive (Pre-2019)

      A legacy collection of GM-Trucks.com original news, road tests, and product reviews published prior to 2019.

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  11. Marketplace & Purchasing Advice

    1. Classifieds (Buy/Sell/Trade)

      The trading post. Buy and sell trucks, parts, and accessories. Please use caution and follow listing rules.

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    2. Dealerships, Pricing & Orders

      Getting a good deal? Discussion on OTD pricing, interest rates, dealer markups, and order tracking.

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    3. Vendor & Product Reviews

      The good, the bad, and the ugly. Reviews of aftermarket parts and experiences with forum vendors.

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  12. The Lounge & Lifestyle

    1. The Off-Topic Bar

      Sports, news, jokes, and life. If it doesn't fit anywhere else, it goes here. (Keep it civil).

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    2. Future GM News & Rumors

      General industry news, spy shots of non-truck GM vehicles, and rumors about what's coming next.

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    3. Racing, Strip, & Track

      Track talk, racing strategies, super-performance parts, and techniques.

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    4. Garage, Shop & Tools

      The place for projects. Snow plowing, landscaping, tools, garage heating, and home improvement.

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    5. Hobbies, Tech & Outdoors

      Hunting, fishing, 3D printing, and photography. The place for your other passions.

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    6. General Motors Product and Industry News   (21,578 visits to this link)

    7. Meetups, Events, & Gatherings

      Connect with other GM-Trucks.com members around the US or around the world.

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    • The timing marks are ok, that is #1, you can turn it over until they line up and it won't change anything, the crankshaft turns twice for every camshaft revolution, I have always set up SB Chevs as your pic shows using a straight edge
    • Someone's been here before.... There is a receipt for a 3-piece timing set, purchased earlier this year.   Is this picture something, or, nothing?   I have the timing cover off and my crank is perfectly TDC and the keyed gear's locating mark is dead on 12 o'clock.   The cam gear locating mark is also at 12 o'clock. Now, I'm not an expert, but all the install guides say the two locating marks should meet and be perfectly aligned when installing a timing set. The mark on the crank should be dead on 12:00 and the cam gear's mark should be dead on 6:00, and both marks should be perfectly vertically aligned.   I believe the timing gear is keyed or has a dowel that ensures it can only be installed on the cam in one position, so I have to believe the cam is out of phase somehow. At the very least, with a triangular bolt pattern, it can only be installed in one of 3 different positions.   Before I pulled the front cover, the truck was running alright, no service engine soon lights except an occasional P0172 / rich condition. Timing -16 timing at idle (should be +16), and total -35% fuel trim, two conditions I haven't been able to figure out.   In related news, my injector tested pretty well, wasn't leaking, but I had it rebuilt anyway, and it's on it's way back to me.         Along with this discovery, the good and bad:   Good: The oil pan seal appears undamaged.   Bad: -The timing cover has been reused, and the positioning dowels have been broken. That could explain some of the leaking. -Some kind of white paste or grease was used to try to seal the oil pan seal and timing cover (since wiped off..). -Then, someone globbed silicone all over the front of the cover and also buried the ckp sensor in it. But, they didn't put any inside the cover or use RTV to try to seal the oil pan seal with the timing cover (good).
    • The guy that owns K&P filters last I checked in with him has over 300,000 miles on his Dodge base Hemi using his own 35 micron absolute stainless mesh filter from its first oil change.    The GM study I've posted a dozen times shows the relationship in engine life based in multiples of base units, not miles or years. That is the base unit is the number of miles the motor ran using the reference filter efficiency.    The above two paragraphs dismantle anecdotal arguments IF one changes oil often enough to prevent particle formation and the motor is in otherwise good shape. That is not full of silica (no air filter) or suffering a metallurgical issue that is not part of the lubrication discussion. Poor heat treat in example.   Data from UOA's I've reviewed from more than a few engines can show remarkably broad variations in oil cleanliness using the exact same filter over the course of an engines life.     Lastly there is the common sense of it. Wear debris WILL circulate the engine BEFORE it ever sees a filter in route to that filter and WILL harm the pump which NEVER sees filtered oil.    Alpha question then becomes, given the facts, how long do you believe is a reasonable service life from a vehicle you are certain you will not pass down? That is the junk yard will be it's resting place when you're done with it? (the moral issue most don't care about).    Omega question is then how diligent are you prepared to be in general mechanical, air & oil maintenance? Preventing particulates and keeping them sufficiently dilute; preventing the precursors from generation, amalgamation and precipitation.    If I get a good look at the engine bay of a vehicle I have a fair idea of the owners commitment to the inside of the power train. That 30 micron WIX is still more efficient than a sieve.                 
    • It also depends on what criteria someone is using for “best” when talking filters.  Are we going off best efficiency?   Best quality/QC?  Etc. because the two may not mutually exclusive.  
    • They’re not the same wiz as 10-15 years ago.  QC has fallen pretty hard.  The XP line was never good though in the first place.    https://bobistheoilguy.com/forums/threads/wix-filter-rusted-through.386492/post-6991372   https://bobistheoilguy.com/forums/threads/i-ve-used-my-last-wix-filter.27299/   https://bobistheoilguy.com/forums/threads/looking-for-a-better-replacement-for-wix-51258.403977/   https://bobistheoilguy.com/forums/threads/convince-me-in-using-the-purolator-boss.401537/post-7420147   the forums are littered with posts and examples of not great wix filters the last couple years 
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