Is HeliCoil stronger than original threads? If a thread is "static" i.e. not likely to be done up and undone more than a few times in its lifetime, we would always say a helicoil type thread is the strongest option. There is not a lot of difference in strength between a Time-Sert and a wire STI and both protect soft alloys from stripping. Is the starter mounting ear on my Chevy broken? It's not almost broken off, so much as there's a small part of it already broken off at the bottom and the remainder of it is still on...

What does the battery light mean on a Chevy Trailblazer? The battery light is designed to tell you that there is not enough voltage to properly charge the battery, or that the battery itself is not holding the proper voltage. In rare occasions the service engine soon light may light up. What are the symptoms of a bad alternator in a Chevy Trailblazer? Here are the most common symptoms of a bad alternator in a Chevy Trailblazer: The battery light is designed to tell you that there is not enough voltage to properly charge the battery, or that the battery...

Why is there vibration in my Silverado 4x4? Given the vibration going away in 4x4 we thought the issue may be in the front differential. The front diff was rebuilt completely and the vibration remained. The technician put the truck on a lift and removed the front drive shaft. A coworker was in the truck while on the lift and spun the truck to the 47 mph. Shake is still there. What kind of transmission does a Duramax pickup have? Nearly all Duramax powered pickup trucks were equipped with the Allison 1000 automatic transmission, with the five-speed version running from...

Where is the TPMS reset button on a Chevy Silverado? You'll usually find the tire pressure monitor reset button below the steering wheel. If you can't locate it, consult your owner's manual before getting back on Little Rock and North Little Rock streets. Inflate your vehicle's tires to three PSI above the recommended level, then completely deflate them. What is the service tire monitor light on a Chevy Silverado? This article applies to the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 (1999-2006). The service tire monitor light is a warning bulb connected with the TPMS or Tire Pressure Monitor System, which notifies the driver...

Why does my Chevy Express 2500 not start? Find the most common driver-reported problems that are to blame when a Chevrolet Express 2500 won't start. The fuel pump may fail causing the engine to stall and not restart. The battery is considered dead when there isn't enough charge to start the engine or run electrical components. How do you change the battery in a Chevy truck? Every Chevrolet truck has an engine control module that manages the electronic components of the engine and monitors sensors for errors. Returning the ECM to its factory state may be necessary to troubleshoot or...