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In the process of removing my driver side exhaust manifold to install TM headers. How do I remove the oil dipstick tube? I feel like a dipstick having to ask this:) Anyway, I am gonna go start on the passenger side, will check back in a bit.

Finally starting my TM and phenolic spacer install!!! Top mount bolts: I know where they are, and how to do it, granted it is a bit of a PITA. Bottom mount bolts: Found them, loosened them, jacked motor up, NOT ENOUGH CLEARANCE to get the header in. Am i missing something? Trying to avoid...

Does anyone know the part number of or proper name of the 3 way vacuum T that seems to break on every TM Header install? I went to the dealership to inquire about said vacuum T and the parts guy looked at me like I was from mars! Thanks:us:

I finally ordered my TMs and my spacer! Bob said that he has sent a few sets of headers to Anchorage...I will be doing the install at the auto hobby shop on the Air Force Base and was wondering if there was anyone locally that would be willing to lend a hand? Of cour$e I would be willing to...

Hey guys! I am in Anchorage AK and am going to be ordering some TM headers and doing the install myself. I have read every thread on here regarding installation (2-3 times) and yet I still have a few questions! Given my location it can take weeks, literally, to get parts up here. Which...

Plugs, wires, coil pack:( 97AWD 5.0 My truck started to sputter while at idle and has been hesitating upon take off...my check engine light finally came on and after hooking up the sensor I got a cylinder 3 misfire code. I just recently changed my plugs and wires but decided to change the...

So i am getting quite a bit of leakage out of my front diff. It appears to be coming out where the driveshaft goes into the diff. Does this mean that I have to replace my front drive shaft? As always...THANK YOU VERY MUCH!

Any X enthusiasts in the Seattle area?

Okay...here we go. I have a 97 5.0 AWD and here are her sypmtoms. A gas odor upon start-up and a constant tick when she is running, it never stops even after it's warmed up. I know that I have a crack in my EGR tube and will need to replace that which may lessen the ticking. Could the...

I have checked out all of the posts regarding power seats but have not been able to find a remedy to my dilema. I have a 97 5.0 AWD and the driver side power seat is not working, with the acception of the lumbar. There is no up, down, forward, or back movement, only lumbar...:( The passenger...

97 Awd 5.0 X Block Heater My block heater is not working(never heard of one going out b4, odd) so it is time to replace it. I took a look and it is readily accessible from underneath, does anyone have any pointers for doing the job on my own? Thanks!

I was replacing one of the courtesy lights in the bottom of the door panel when the bulb broke. I used a pari of needle nose to remove the remaining part of the bulb, there was a small spark, and now my windows won't roll down and my interior lights won't work!! My chimes still go off when the...

I have read many threads regarding the keypad but none that have the same issue as this.. My backlight no longer works when I punch in my code and it's 50/50 as to the code actually working. Regardless if it works or not I am able to hear a click and see the lock move like it is trying to...

Drained my transfer case via the drain plug and filled it back up. Only problem is that I was only able to get slightly more than a quart in through the fill plug before it started to overfill and spit back out at me. Isn't the capacity 2.7quarts? Did I miss another drain plug and only get...

Looking to drain my front diff and replace w/ Amsoil. Does anyone have any info or tips to help me out? THANKS

So I am creeping up on 100k w/ my 97 5.0 and was wondering if anyone had any sugestions of things to service and or keep an eye on. Recently I have replaced my plugs/wires, flushed the tranny, and did the normal oil change.

PCV/Seafoam Help After reading the write up I am still a bit lost. I have 97 5.0 and have been able to locate my PCV behind the manifold. Replacing it is not a problem but the proper way to apply the Seafoam is. The only way that would make sense to do it, to me, is to pull the PCV out from...

Is it necessary for me to replace the spark plugs after I do the sea foam application and change the PCV?

I need to swap out the rubber plugs for the metal ones, but before I can I need a little help.. First off I need the part #s for the replacement metal plugs. And second...will I need to do a tranmission fluid and filter change after replacing the plugs, or can I simply install them and be good...

Has anyone purchased the Gibson kit from ExplorerExpress for a 5.0? If so..how does it perform and sound? Looking to buy a new system soon any help will be aprreciated!

Noticed a grinding noise when I was backing outta the garage this morning..seems to be coming from my front wheels.. Any ideas? I have not heard any popping or girnding when I turn my wheels.

I have a persistant whining noise coming from somewhere under my hood, more specifically near and around the alternator.. I thought that was my problem(alternator) so I went down to NAPA and it tested fine. Anyone else ever experience this? Could it me my front diff. or power steering/water...

I was told by a local exhaust shop that a 50 Series SUV Flowmaster with dual out will actually result in a loss of HP and that I should stick with a single out application. They said that the bending involved for the second tailpipe would diminish the airflow. Does this sound like B.S. to...

I have a 97 5.0 V8 AWD and I am currently looking to do a cat back system and intake. One problem is that every intake that I have found says that it is to replace the round air filter..mine is the rectangular one. Anyone able to help with this? Second I would like a cat back system that has...

I would like to do a 3inch lift. I know that body lifts are easier but suspension lifts are much more versatile. Any suggestions?