@@1AAuto can you send me the link to the video you have posted? Also if possible can you describe the steps if the video isn't for the 98 Yukon. Thanks in advance:).
You forgot to add the notoriously bad 700r4 and 4l-60e. After 300,000 km your transmission is living on a prayer Fix it with the Manuel new venture gear 4500 series 1 ton transmission they bolt right in.
..I would agree..but even more so, the real trouble is they don't make the '67-'72 trucks anymore...and that they only made them for 6 model years in the first place.. :(
I feel like door pins and bushings would've been a great honorable mention. Not to mention grounding issues and problems associated with the break lights
These trucks up til 1998 with the 350 engine and tow package were some of the best, most durable trucks ever made. I owned a 94 GMC 1500 with 4x4. Strong, powerful, and reliable.
Yep you got the good one they sent the bad one to alabama where i bought it, 3 failed engines and 6 transmissions just to get 120,000 miles out of it. Been in a ram ever since with zero issues, love tthat hemi, but like gm trucks they tend to share the cheap plastics issues. Also have a xlt 1993 full sized bronco i bought new that has never had any issues at all until the trans started slipping at 430,000 miles and plenty of oil leaks outta the 300 I6 , debateing a full power train rework on the bronco since they are worth more than most any other american truck of the age. Growing up on a farm we always had a bronco or 2 a 73 and a 79 today we use side by sides
99 for the Tahoe body..got mine with the Z81 package and leather, fully loaded with all options..it's a excellent daily, 3 inch lift, 33s on 20s under bumper winch ..it replaced my 79 K5 and 73 K5 ..I do wish I never sold the 73..it had the full removable top ...
I bought a 94 GMC Sierra.. brand new and still have it today. The best vehicle I’ve ever owned by far. Wish they were still building them to last these days like these years trucks.
Two things you can do for preventive maintenance for the fuel pump issue. Keep the fuel level at or above a quarter tank, and replace the fuel filter earlier than the factory interval. I replace it around 25k to 30k miles. They are pretty cheap. Rather than getting towed back home or to a shop to pay a lot more later.
Most TbI fuel pumps(88-94) last longer than the vortex injection (95-99)due to 13psi vs 50psi the pins and bushings are the cause of door handles breaking due to excessive force need to open door when bushings are failing.
I feel you missed the #1 issue which is door lag/bushing repair. Every owner I've ever talked to with this model has had that issue. A helpful video nonetheless. Fuel pump/filter actually gave me a potential solution to a power concern I've been having lately. Thanks!
@@brandonkeithley7464 I'm a GM man all the way the newer trucks are nice but just don't have that genuine box style like the older ones! I settled for an older Chevy (similar in video) instead of a newer Chevy truck! recently!
You are correct I have a 99 Chevy 3500 single cab gas ,98 k1500 z71, 99 2500 ls . Low to the ground compared to the new ones but I prefer the 350 over the 5.3 because I grew up working on then and it's not computerized .
WARNING! I own a 1998 GMC pickup. While driving recently, I heard what I thought was the scraping sound usually caused by the brake wear indicator. I took the truck in for new brake pads. After they lifted the truck to look at the brake situation, they called me back and explained the rear end U-bolts that hold the back axle on, were so rusted that some of them were actually broken and he was amazed the rear end was still attached to the vehicle. My regular mechanic explained that the bracket that goes under the back rear end housing collects water, debris, road salt, etc. and causes the U-bolts to rust toward the bottom where they fit thru the bracket over time. He replaced and I was back on the road.
I've driven a 97 GMC Yukon since 2008..its now 2020 and watching this video is like memories of things I've done at least once to my truck. Best video ever
I bought my 1998 GMC Sierra SLE 5.7 L vortex fuel injection, in November of 1997. Original owner and proud to say 309,000.00( three hundred nine, thousand miles. I feel like I have bought this vehicle two or three times. Affordable, quality parts are the secret. I watched the video and the distributor symptoms described my issue almost to the details. So I think I will start there
You Hit pretty much every problem I've encountered while having this truck!! 😫 I'm about to replace the brake booster in the morning! I watch a lot of yall videos for How to and D.I.Y. Keep up the good work Man!
530,000km on my '98 Z71. 6 door handles 3 rads 2 wiper control boards 2 window regulators 2 heater thermistors 1 alternator 1 water pump 1 fuel pump Original drivetrain with no repairs (change your fluids and these trucks will keep going and going) No abs, heater, tailgate problems.
I just bought a 97 Cheyanne with under 200 km on it . I have owned a 98 Silverado which I sold at 345 km and a 99 Sierra which I sold at 300 km. Both were still running great . This vintage of GM trucks are fantastic work horses and not that hard to work on. Thanks for the video highlighting some of the few problems they have.
...I may be in the minority, but I MUCH prefer the 1988-95 pre-OBD II TBI trucks to the '96-'98 Vortec trucks...I've had a few of these trucks, they do all have issues, but they are good trucks..only one was '96-'98, and I was amazed how much more complicated and trouble-prone than the earlier ones...OBD II complicated things, plastic/aluminum 2 piece intake manifold which WILL fail eventually, massive water leaks...sh@tty plastic distributor with one of the crappiest distributor cap designs I have ever seen..troublesome "spider" fuel injectors...lots of extra sensors, extra oxygen sensors...crappy 4WD engagement systems...and I'm sure I am forgetting some others...the '88-'95's have none of this stuff...now, when looking for a GMT 400 truck, I generally avoid the '96-'98's....
1998 gmc 1500, 5.0 liter V8 vortek owner here. 340,000KMs and still running strong. Only had to replace blower motor, brake line, and coolant lines. Still works good and runs great. Starts when you turn the key. Wish they still made these trucks not many people have them but lots of people want em'!!!
I've owned a 1998 K1500 since new. The biggest issue with mine has been intake manifold gaskets. It's on it's third set in 139,000 miles. I also own a 1998 K3500 that I bought used in 2007 with 119,000 miles which I did have to replace the distributor on it when I got it. I love this body style of truck and plan on keeping both for many more years.
I have replace the intake mainfold gaskets 3 times on my 1998 C1500. Supposedly the Fel-Pro MS98000T gasket set is the hot set-up and that is what I used the last time.
@@tonyinfinity , true, but some people look at the plastic ones and say $8 vs the $50 Felpro super seal ones which are steel reinforced and go by price alone. Note Felpro makes the junk plastic ones too.
@@JohnSmith-cw2wd , miraculous you didn't loose a rod bearing after that many times. I'm assuming no coolant went in oil, so you have a better chance of winning the lottery IMHO.
Wow, my 97 c1500 has like 196000 miles and as far as I know it's never had the head gaskets replaced, I've been counting the days until it's just gonna give. Hope it was replaced by the guy who owned it before my dad
I have 4 of these trucks within these yrs. And I never had a problem with anything that u said. Everything u listed are normal wear and tear/ very common things that need replacing eventually, I'm talking many many miles later
On my 1996 c1500 5.0 two wheel drive, I've experienced both the inner and outer door handles breaking, the trunk latch breaking, the heater controls breaking, and the ABS brakes...uh, well breaking when they're breaking. It's like driving on snow back in the day, and the brakes are fully deployed while you pray as you slide past the stop sign. Anyway, loved the video. These are one of the best trucks ever made. My comment is this: These trucks will always LOOK good, they run forever, are easy to repair, and if you care to do a quick internet search, you can get a parts truck with a working engine for much less than $7k. I just had mine painted for $3200 and when I swap out a few trim pieces, it will look brand new.
LOL. I happen to have an 89 gmc and 2000 chevy sitting in my driveway right now. Only thing is, I’m new to cars so this video will be more than helpful!
92 GMC truck. No tailgate problems. The truck's tailgate is a non-slam type. Very dry out here in New Mexico. You forgot the arm rests inside the truck. They fall apart, crack. and 3rd alternator, both headlights died at 1 year after buying truck. 3rd water pump, 3rd radiator, Heater/AC fan died, etc. etc. I love my truck, it is easy to work on. clutch master line blew while getting on the highway. AND THE PAINT FELL OFF! Good video!!
2002 Silverado HD 6.0l. I’ve replaced the fuel sending unit, egr valve, studs, alternator, , power steering cooler, power steering lines, return lines and hydro boost. Having to repair ac leak next. Two calibers and abs sensors. Love the truck. I have 236k miles and beats a payment any day
I had a 95 1/2 ton Chevy Tbi 5.0 for 8 years. In that time besides brakes and tires it only ever needed a radiator and front ball joints. Cheapest vehicle to own I’ve ever had.
What about gas mileage? is it too bad for the 94 5.7 tbi? I am trying to buy one and it's in a great condition but I don't know if will be an option for a daily driving
@@rustyshackleford7265 I got my 94 5.7 TBI in Oct. of 1994. Found it used with 12K miles on it. My dad cosigned the loan with me :) Twenty six years later I'm still using it. Drove it today in fact. Finally starting to give it a little love and help some aesthetics a little. It's sat outside its entire life.
Recently sold my 98 z71, had 550 000 kms on it on original motor an tranny. If it wasn't for the rust I never would have sold it. Miss it all the time they just dont make em like they used to sadly:( Had it from 98 till 2020 with minimal repairs just basic wear n tear. Like a rock ohhh like a rock lol
Just bought a 97. Getting ready to put door pins in today. Fixed rust exhaust. Did plugs and wires. The brake lights were not grounding on so they back fed thru the clearance lights. Got them grounded. Everything works. I got a good farm truck now.
Had a 99 3/4 ton with the 5.7 for fifteen years. One of the best vehicles I've ever owned. Didn't use oil, didn't leak oil and put 300,000 miles on it. Door handles, gate handle, fuel pump, slave cylinder were regular problems though. You were spot on with the problems. I had everything but the heater control issues. Still a fantastic truck I miss it. Towed and hauled great!
Man the undersides of that truck makes it look like a Michigan one. Folks down South and out West don't know how lucky they are not having to deal with the rust you see here. That fuel filter and lines all corroded up brings back some memories of my GMT 400 trucks.
Latest victim of rust on my 98 Z71. Right side exhaust manifold ear broke off when trying to install new donut gasket. Original exhaust still solid and no leaks except for the flange that rusted through around 6 years ago. Replacement flange held up but donut had a piece crack and blow out. Upon trying to disassemble the nuts securing the flange one stud broke off the ear it threaded into with next to no effort after soaking in PBBlaster over night. The other 2 were removed fairly easily. Soaked the manifold to head bolts 2 days before removing them slowly with minimal force in a back and forth motion and managed to remove without any more broken bolts. Patience is key on this job. Back on the road and quiet again.
Nothing difficult replacing a fuel filter? It's literally two nuts to unthread and a bolt holding the fuel filter to the frame. Maybe a hard job if you know nothing about working on vehicles.
@@OSDCrusher it's seized on with rust man. its not a simple "just untwist and throw a new one one" careful not to damage the threads or line. soak it with a lubricant etc....
I've had the intermittent wiper control problem, easy fix with a soldering iron and a few good videos on how to do it. K2500/454ci/4x4 324,000 miles and love it more every day.
I did the soldering fix too but a year later the wipers started acting up again. I went to Orielly's expecting they'd charge me an arm and a leg for a new one, but to my surprise, a new board was only ~$35. Been working great for almost 10 years now.
As is with all the 1A Auto mechanics, another well produced video. All of the issues shown here today are actually very common failure's with these OBS Trucks, Taho's, and Yukon's. These IMHO one of the best designs GM ever had for a light truck / SUV. There is one item that fails on these trucks you missed, and it is a whopper of a pain to replace, the multi-function switch. The wiper/cruse control/windshield washer/turn signal lever switch. It looks like it would be very simple to remove, but looks can be deceiving. 1A Auto has an excellent video on how to remove and replace the unit. This is an all day event believe it or not!
I've had 5 of these. Love them. +1 on sagging doors. They have also all had issues with the wiper motors shorting but only when it rains..... Multiple fuel pumps and tailgates. I don't know what I'll do when my latest 98 dies.
I have a 98' Chevy Silverado 2500 3/4 extended cab 5.7L 350 vortech I'm the second owner of it for 6years already and it has not had any issues, I've done many road trips with it and it's like a semi truck it doesn't give any trouble, I just do regular maintenance to it and keep going👍 👉👉
1995 Suburban. 350 TBI with a 4L60E. Towed twice to three times the rated towing capacity with it hauling equipment around. Truck did it with a smile. Over 500k miles. Never broke down.
I have a 2000 Chevy K2500 with the 5.7. I've had to replace (or have replaced by my mechanic) the distributor cap and wires, the exterior driver door handle, the driver door latch, fuel pump (and I believe this includes the fuel gauge sending unit- the gauge never read accurately before but does now), three of four door lock solenoids. The rear defroster has never worked (but the light on the switch comes on). I've had the truck since about 2004 or 2005 so I'm not complaining. Repairs have been cheaper than a new truck payment!
A friend of mine has a 1994 extended cab model he uses for his electrical contractor work; his truck has 400,000 miles on it. The truck is still running strong.
I have a '94 Silverado 4X4 and the only one of those 5 problems I've had is the distributor so far. Ive heard about all those issues but you forgot a couple, I've heard some people have an issue with the 4X4 actuator sometimes quits working, and they also had issues with the wiper control board, they would quit working, luckily mine was covered under a recall and replaced. But all in all it's been a great truck and still running strong!
Have a 93 GMC with 402k miles on it. Still has original engine, transmission replaced at 238k. I keep it maintained because it's so easy to work on compared to new ones. Most people tell me to hold on to it- they don't make 'em like that anymore !
I own a 1992 GMC Sierra 1500 with the 5.0 CID engine, 5 speed manual transmission that I bought new. My truck has 392,472 wonderful miles. The heads and oil pan have never been off my engine, just routine maintenance and minor normal repairs. The best truck I have ever owned! They just don't make them like this anymore.
I bought mine new as well. Still don't leak a drop. @ 174,000 mi. Glad to hear yours is still on the road with over 300,000 mi. Best damn truck I've ever owned as well.
Like others have posted, the door hinge pins and bushings. We have had to change the pins and bushings twice already. But other then that it's one of the best trucks we have ever owned
I have a 1996 k3500 with 7.4 Liter I have owned for 20 years ... yes to all issues except heater controls. May add Wiper module and alternator. Overall great truck, mostly just wear items.
My wife bought a 1989 GMC K1500 4x4, with a 5 speed manual transmission and manual shifted transfer case. We've never had any trouble with it. But I've always done maintenence on all our vehicles. Back she and I both used to go mudding in our 4x4's.
I notice you didn't mention the door hinges - I was under the impression that sooner or later every hinge pin on the doors of this model would need to be replaced.
I bought my 94 Z71 Ext, Cab new in 94, and have had several of those issues over time (except ABS issue). I'd like to see a video on replacing the door lock actuators as they are getting tired and barely working.
I have a 91 gmc sierra half ton short bed pick up, with the 350 and the turbo 700r4, never had a problem with it ive replaced a lot of things over the years just routine maintenance, the odometer has never worked in the 13yrs ive owned it was an old pg@e truck. Best truck or vehicle in general I've ever had or seen. I named her Truck Norris, takes a decent beating and never quits.
I have a 99 Tahoe, last year with rear leaf springs before GM changes to coils. I think it has a more stable ride maybe a bit stiffer, but I like that. Almost 300K on the old 5.7 with regular oil changes and still going strong. Still looks good too. I have gotten offers to buy, but sorry, not for sale.
I have the 99 hoe as well..3 inch lift, 33s on 20s..it has the Z81 package for naturally it has the Z71 as well..5.7 vortec is excellent for the stroker 383 upgrade, fact it's a direct GM upgrade crate option..I use it to pull a flat car trailer, a hidden 12,000 lb winch under bumper mounted pulls barn finds right up and the old Hoe never struggles..Except for my 73 K5 Silverado Blazer it's the second best GM truck I've owned since I started driving in 1980...
I change mine every year so the lines don’t rust shut on me. And keep the tank over half full. That fuel pump will have a quick death if you run empty too much.
Definitely had every issue here on my 96 1500 w/t . Don’t even bother with the abs issue unless you can verify all systems are working. Easier to cut out bed over fuel pump if you have a bed cover. Basic maintenance will get you a long way. Mines has 305,000 ( vortec v6 )
I have the same one with 250k, this month I had to replace the Fuel Regulator Valve and the Distributor. I also replaced the fuel pump which I have done about 3 times already. Other than that, the truck is solid.
Omg i have had all the fuel pump problem with my 97 gmc k1500! Right now it just started problems i thought was plugs and wires, fixing to change them out but now gonna take good look at distributor, thanks for all the info very helpful
...don't know if you got fixed or not, but, being it's a '97, what you describe sounds like the "spider" injectors going bad...this happened to my '99 Suburban(yes, a '99 Suburban is a GMT 400 truck)....drove my nuts trying to diagnose it..sputter, misfire,stumbling, random stalling, etc....
These trucks were the last bulletproof truck GM made. I've owned 5 throughout my life including one Tahoe. Im currently on a 96 model which is the only 305 I've had and it's great. I've got 129k on miles and just had to replace the distributor. Already replace driver side inside pot metal door handle (had to do this for 3 out of the 5) Tailgate handle. I've owned much newer Chevy trucks as a matter of fact I currently have a 2016 z71 and I can guarantee before it's 10 years old it won't be anywhere near as dependable as my 96. I personally think GM decided to start making vehicles that were "disposable" somewhere around the decade mark, because making a truck like the 88-98's that a person can realistically drive for 30+ years ultimately hurts there bottom line. Especially since they've got 14 billion dollars to payback.
Sun shell drive shell in the 4L60E. Will lose Reverse, 2nd and 4th. Easy fix if you are willing to do it yourself. Did mine by myself in 3 days. 1 out, 2 fix, 3 install back in truck. Parts were really cheap!
Just replaced my front calipers and wheel cylinders. Bleed the system and brakes don't feel right. Lucky I found your video and found out how to bleed the abs module. Thanks
Oh, how I miss the distrubers! So simple to replace and repair. Especially when enhanced performance parts are available. Second the fuel filter and pump located in the carb.
I have a 97' silverado z71 with the L31 5.7(350cid), it's just a few miles shy of 300k. It also has the big 14bolt rear end and heavier springs than most half ton trucks. Still ride it every day.
@@charlesbanks639 NICE!! I have a 98 3dr I purchased with 430 miles on it. Still Drives Strong with 276K and rising, have a 97 3dr with 267k still runs great. And I have a 99 3dr old body style with 245K still running strong. Great trucks if you keep oil changes and preventive maintenance. Always Minor issues like Belts tensioner pullies, couple water pumps and Rotor Caps and rotors, plugs ect..
Awesome just got 1998 silverado. Both outside door handles broken. Also all my radio knobs are broken. My truck has the same brake lights. Great video.
another honorable mention you could add as someone who has owned dozens of these trucks: - Corroded ground straps causing brake light issues or no turn signals or no crank - Sending units making the fuel gauge dance all over - Dash gauges servo motors going bad - door pins wearing out (still not as bad as the GMT800s though) - blower motor making demon sounds from under the dash - on the 95-98 models the hood latch getting broken off. inside the cab - 96-00 MPFI spider injector lines cracking. - front frame horns rotting out
Likely a ground wire. But more likely if the gauge needle fluctuating back and forth it will be the motor in the cluster there's a fb video a gentleman did showing how to replace that thing. Somewhere cheap to replace and little bit of work.. I replaced almost everything he mentioned and lot more. I still rather drive a Chevy. Lol
when i got my 1995 GMC in 2015 I replaced the cap, rotor, wires and spark plugs. Then fuel filter, pump and assembly. And both inside door handles lol.
I have an 02 with the 5.3 and I don't have a distributor. It seems like it would be good to mention that distributors were only on certain years/engines. But I wanted to mention that one of the most important mods I made was cutting into the bed and making an access panel to get to the fuel pump. I welded some 3/16" x 2" angle iron underneath the panel I cut so that the panel not only sits on these steel pieces, I drilled and tapped a hole for 2 bolts on each side. Fuel pump swaps, if needed, become a 30 min endeavor rather than 3-4 hours.
You forgot one more young fella , the famous plastic and silicone intake gaskets that are a ticking time bomb . Thank God they make a steel base version that eliminates that concern .
I have a similar truck as the one in the video and there’s 2 things that borders me.. The ticking noise in the tbi And that feels heavy on acceleration.. Other than that I like my truck...
I got one as my first truck, has 215k miles. It runs great, outside looks bad, the interior is great. Hopefully none of these problems I need to worry about or they've been fixed.
That was a pain in the butt for me . I replaced my outer door handle and didn’t pay attention to how it was put together and I couldn’t get the door open after breaking the inside handle too .. I freaked out..
I have owned my 98 Sierra ext cab 4x4 for 20 years and have replaced almost everything . It can be expected on a 22 yr old truck...thank God most if it I was able to replace.. same engine after 208,000 miles...
I have a 95 with a 4.3. It was sputtering and shuttering at specific speeds and loads. Distributor and jacked. And a few spark plugs were bad. I replaced the plugs, wires, distributor, rotor, and coil. All good now.
good video, although mislabeled. More accurately this is for 88-94 GMT400, the 95 was its own trainwreck, and the 96-98 had the CPFI Spider Vortec riddled with its own problems. Don't get me wrong though, I love my GMT 400's and own 2 of them.
I have had my 1994 k1500 Silverado 5.7 v8 for 30 years. Only has 90k miles on it and is more dependable than any new ones. My major issue is the break lines. I’m replacing them more often than I ever thought I would need to. Other than that it is an excellent truck.
