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04-16-2021, 09:47 AM #1
truck service ques for non-wrenching owner...
2011 chevy 2500hd crew long bed
109kmi
i don't tow; while I've pulled stumps & carried lumber/firewood, pallets of stone or bedfuls of gravel, this truck has a soft life comparatively.
it bounces down trails to rivers; but the hardest it works is in winter getting us thru conditions to/from the hill or long distance drives. no commuting.
The following services were ID'ed for 100k service. It adds up to about $1,450 as estimated by shop.
Transmission service
Coolant flush
Fuel injection service
Induction service (not even sure what this is)
Brake flush
Front differential service
Transfer case service
Rear differential service
Power steering flush
Spark plugs
Plug wires
I do plan on having all this suggested work done because I want the truck to run well, but can I break it up financially?
Do any of these naturally group together?
Or, shhould I suck it up & have all services done at once?
[i've youtubed some of these, but i do not own any vehicle tools, and ultimately i'm not particularly interested in doing it myself; i've got plenty of things to keep me busy & I just want the truck to run well over time]
thx for any help/abuse/commentary
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04-16-2021, 09:56 AM #2
Lots of "Service" called for. Are those hard prices or upon serving is there the potential for further work and increased costs? I am not a huge believer in the Brake and Power Steering flushes at 100K.
Probably cheaper to bite the bullet and have everything that is related done at once. If you are mechanical curious, Plugs and Wires is pretty easy.I have been in this State for 30 years and I am willing to admit that I am part of the problem.
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04-16-2021, 10:09 AM #3
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04-16-2021, 10:15 AM #4
I would do all the drivetrain fluid services, the brake fluid service, and new plugs / wires and call it a day.
Fuel injection service means they will put some cleaner you get for 5 bucks at the store in the gas tank, and induction service probably means air filter. If its seen a lot of FS road and winter use it probably could use a new air filter.Live Free or Die
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04-16-2021, 10:32 AM #5
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04-16-2021, 10:46 AM #6
Not a believer in the Brake or PS flushes at 100K/ 10 years, those could push another 50K, the rest are needed.
Depending on how much room you have getting to the plugs can be pretty easy or a nightmare. My last PU had 1 plug that was a bitch, like take off the hood to get better access kind of bitch. Mark your wires and take some reference photos or draw out which wires go to which plugs, you will be glad you did.
Fuel injection service means they will put some cleaner you get for 5 bucks at the store in the gas tank, and induction service probably means air filter. If its seen a lot of FS road and winter use it probably could use a new air filter.I have been in this State for 30 years and I am willing to admit that I am part of the problem.
"Happiest years of my life were earning < $8.00 and hour, collecting unemployment every spring and fall, no car, no debt and no responsibilities. 1984-1990 Park City UT"
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04-16-2021, 10:50 AM #7Registered User
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its not like engine oil where the combustion process contaminates the oil with every plug fire, the power steering pump just sits there circulating PS fluid in a relativley protected environment, a lot of PS pump never get flushed and never fail cuz its not something that fails
Brakes are more exposed to the elements and i might get that changedLee Lau - xxx-er is the laziest Asian canuck I know
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04-16-2021, 10:54 AM #8
helpful comments, all
thx!
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04-16-2021, 11:00 AM #9
Brake fluid is hygroscopic and should absolutely be flushed w/ every brake job
Power steering fluid is also hygroscopic.
They also pickup debris in the system which can act like an abrasive.
I would go with severe duty recs
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04-16-2021, 11:03 AM #10Registered User
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Lee Lau - xxx-er is the laziest Asian canuck I know
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04-16-2021, 11:04 AM #11
This.
Except I might skip the brake fluid. The idea behind that one is that over time water and dirt get past the seals in the caliper pistons, but doing it when you need new pads would be more cost effective - although, that might be now.
If the power steering isn't leaking, I'd skip that too.
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04-16-2021, 11:07 AM #12Registered User
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04-16-2021, 11:14 AM #13
I'd find out what the induction service is (probably just air filter) and fuel injector service (probably just snake oil) and the rest are pretty standard preventative maintenance. If you're thinking of getting rid of the rig you can skip pretty much all of it, but if you're keeping the rig for the long run its in your best interest to do it.
Diffs, T-case etc are typically pretty easy to DIY, but are kind of nasty, and you won't enjoy it if you don't want to do it in the first place.
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04-16-2021, 11:34 AM #14Registered User
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I used to do all kinds of shit on used vehicals but now i buy new and just get it done
except for the tuckerLee Lau - xxx-er is the laziest Asian canuck I know
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04-16-2021, 11:53 AM #15
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04-16-2021, 12:11 PM #16
You should refer to your owners manual and see what constitutes severe duty driving. I know where I live for my pickup I'm severe duty driving for most of the year whether I'm on the freeway or not. The ambient temperature range for 'normal' driving can be quite small
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04-16-2021, 03:27 PM #17
100k
Yeah change tranny and diff fluids.
Flushing is a fancy name for charging more money.
Brake fluid should have been changed at the last brake job. Or the next.
Injector cleaning is more interesting. My mechanic swears by the bg system. But that’s only when you have fuel issues. Drop a can of injector cleaner in the tank and move on.
Coolant drain and refill if it’s never been done. But flushing is just flushing money down the toilet.
That’s a spendy list. Not liking your mechanic from here.. . .
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04-16-2021, 03:43 PM #18
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04-16-2021, 03:59 PM #20Registered User
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dealership ( btw you were sposed to say stealership) has a certian level of shit that they must uphold, if one does not wish to pay then find a good freelance facility
i needed a new ac core and the Ford dealer quoted 1047$ so i asked the Lance at whatelse Freelance for a quote and it was < 700
I'm not going to bitch and moan that Ford wants to charge more cuz they have to do all the dealership stuff, use real ford parts yada fucking yada,
Ford recently gave junior a gratus engine block for his eco-boost, something lance couldn't doLee Lau - xxx-er is the laziest Asian canuck I know
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04-16-2021, 04:28 PM #21
Fuck. OP, once you’re out of warranty you do NOT go to a stealership.
Find a decent independent mechanic. It’s not easy but ask around and you’ll find one. And save a ton of dough.. . .
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04-16-2021, 07:10 PM #22Registered User
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The pricing isn't bad and none of the things recommended are unreasonable.
At 100k and 10 years it's time to flush all the fluids, especially if they haven't been done before. Do the cooling system too - a flush is minimal and worthwhile. If your radiator has plastic end tanks, replace that too. If the water pump uses a plastic impeller swap that if it's not absurdly labor intensive to do. New belts and tensioners would be a good bet as well if they are old.
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04-16-2021, 08:27 PM #23Registered User
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"Service", at the dealership means top-up and maybe an audio inspection while they charge you for complete flushes and whatever the fuck adjustments these ancient engines need,
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04-18-2021, 01:40 PM #24Registered User
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Clean your maf after the gnarly fires you guys had last year
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04-19-2021, 09:58 AM #25
I'd do transmission fluid, all 3 diffs, plugs and wires, and then call it a day.
Do they put lifetime coolant in those rigs?
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