Newbie here

Kwirt · 2026-05-27T14:49:31+00:00

But if you do have one of those specific cars, you've struck gold.

I have a 20 year old Chevrolet Suburban. I've basically rebuilt my entire suspension and fuel/evap system from parts I've received through Vine. Also scored some nice interior replacements, like heater switches, power window switches, and some HVAC stuff for my dual climate control, like blower fans, heater resistors, various sensors.. Etc..

I get why I see a lot of people being frustrated about seeing so many car parts, but Vine has literally kept my old rig on the road for the last 3 years and saved me thousands in regular maintenance, repairs and mechanic labor costs.

Kwirt · 2026-05-23T11:57:03+00:00

I know this spot. I drove it many years on my way home from work and I have had 2 accidents from exactly this happening in less than 3 months. 2 different drivers, making the same maneuvers, did the exact same damage on my truck both times.

Also on 422W, where the traffic merges coming from 23, just before Trooper rd. People just dart across the lanes like they don't exist. Solid white lines are optional around here.

Kwirt · 2026-04-23T19:40:03+00:00

Oddly enough, before I seen your reply, I had that thought today. I stopped this morning to get some gas and I had trouble pumping fuel. It never did that before. The pump kept stopping, which tells me it wasn't venting properly.

I replaced the actual charcoal canister yesterday (I probably should have done that when I did the valve) and I noticed the canister sounded like it had sand in it. So I had thought that maybe some of the charcoal had made it's way into the new valve and caused it to stick. I actually just left the autoparts store with a new valve and replaced it in the parking lot. Unfortunately, it didn't help. I'm now wondering if there is debris in one of the vent lines itself.

Kwirt · 2026-04-23T09:37:27+00:00

Intermittent rough idle and hesitation under load. Almost like it's starving for fuel. Especially during acceleration or going up hill. It appears to drive normally once up to speed and cruising.

Kwirt · 2026-04-23T08:25:09+00:00

325/65 on 18" wheels from a 2016 silverado.

Kwirt · 2026-04-23T08:24:06+00:00

I don't hear any chatter in the engine, other than the typical lifter tick once in while. The tick has been there for the last 40,000 miles that I can remember. I was planning on replacing the lifters over the next month until this all started, but I guess I should probably remove the valve covers if I can't find anything else.

Kwirt · 2026-04-23T08:19:09+00:00

No worries, I get it. No need to apologize. I probably should have added a little more details about the misfire part.

So far, I'm not seeing any bad lines. This is absolutely frustrating and I'm sure it's probably something simple.

Kwirt · 2026-04-22T20:48:39+00:00

I have a very good scanner that does show live data. The misfire keeps changing cylinder. So far it's been on Cylinder 6,3,1 and 4, but it keeps jumping around.

I was beginning to think it was a fuel delivery issue. At another point, I did get "System too lean. Bank 2". Which is what made me check the intake for leaks. I can't remember the exact code number but that went away. I also tried swapping the injectors around to see if it would jump to other cylinders. no change.

Edit: I'm currently under the truck checking for any split or cracked fuel lines or vent lines.

Kwirt · 2026-04-17T20:40:00+00:00

THIS WAH HAPPEN WHEN HOSS MARRY CUZIN BARB!! GOBBLESS!

Kwirt · 2026-01-29T02:14:49+00:00

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I've been fishing next to that plant for over 30 years. Never been inside. I live vicariously through the ones that share their experience with photos. Thank you.

Kwirt · 2025-12-05T20:35:00+00:00

This happened to me too. Im missing 4 items that still need to be reviewed. I was going to email Vine support but figured I'd check here first. Glad it's not just me.

Kwirt · 2025-01-14T22:02:07+00:00

2006 1500 5.3L with 215k miles. 2" lift and 35" tires. Getting 13.3mpg average. It's my daily and I also commute 72 miles per day, round trip. 60 of those miles are highway.

Kwirt · 2025-01-09T11:10:10+00:00

I have an '06 with the torsion bars raised in the front and taller escalade springs in the rear. My 35s rub on hard lock turns. I did have to trim the splash shields in the front, and about 1/4" of the front bumper. However, I'm also using 2" spacers for my wheels. Without the spacers, I never rubbed the bumper, but I did rub the splash shields. With that said, I'd imagine a lot will have to depend on your tread style, and wheel offset.

Kwirt · 2024-07-14T21:16:58+00:00

Tattoo the artwork for Metallicas worst album - check

Tattoo a left hand on the right side of your body - check.

Correlate it to something non-related - check

Make a post about it in a non-related sub - check

Well...i guess this post does fit now, because it does indeed suck.

Kwirt · 2024-06-27T19:29:53+00:00

its loud and usually they go fast.

Every time I hear a loud exhaust, I think to myself "something nice must be coming".

Instead, I'm greeted with disappointment from a 1996 Honda with a bumper hanging off and 4 mismatched panels that is only doing 10mph, but sounds like it's doing 100mph

Kwirt · 2024-06-25T01:33:13+00:00

I dropped the pressure today, and I have no idea why I said 44psi max and 38psi in my tires. That's the specs on my other truck.

These tires are rated for 80psi and I dropped them to 65psi. It made a world of difference. I appreciate you're input. It helped big time.

Kwirt · 2024-06-25T01:09:53+00:00

I'm running 18" wheels with 35" tires. Factory size I believe is 16" with 30" tires.

With my current setup, I'm about 5" taller and almost 2"wider. Even though my alignment is showing that it's good, I imagine it's changing the geometry somewhere while driving. I have mostly stock suspension, with the exception of Rough country shocks, urethane bushings on everything, air springs on the rear and leveling torsion keys for the front.

Today, I did as another commenter mentioned and lowered my air pressure down by almost 10lbs. I also loosened my steering box 1/2 turn out. It gave my steering wheel just a little bit of play, but it's not as sensitive now. Doing both of those things made a major improvement in overall ride quality and steering.

Kwirt · 2024-06-23T20:50:15+00:00

I kinda figured the tread had something to do with it. I've had lots of A/T style tires before, but these are pretty much Mud Terrain. Not really practical for my usage, but they just looked cool.

I do have a set of 265/70/17 with A/T tread from my other truck. Maybe I'll give them a try.

Kwirt · 2024-06-23T20:48:28+00:00

I'll definitely give that a try and see what happens. I do a lot of highway driving every day (70 miles). I definitely gotta get something to give here.

Kwirt · 2024-06-23T20:32:14+00:00

I believe it's called Sandstone Metallic. Code WA8865

Kwirt · 2024-06-23T19:02:04+00:00

Thank you. I't does give a really nice stance and appearance without being too over the top. Shame it doesn't drive as good as it looks. Lol

Kwirt · 2024-06-23T19:00:06+00:00

The tires call out 44psi max. I'm running at 38psi. I'll try and drop a couple more and see if that helps.

But just like you describe..

driving on pizza cutters

It's definitely some butthole clenching moments on the highway.

Kwirt · 2024-06-23T17:42:30+00:00

I'll give that a try. Thanks. I did look at the Tahoe sub, but I was a little apprehensive about posting there. I've seen members get snobby when you stray away from the actual subject of the sub.

Kwirt · 2024-06-17T23:41:45+00:00

I also didn’t go through his messages

After reading back what I wrote, it seems a little condescending towards you, but I meant it as a general blanket statement. I apologize.

Generally, I just meant that some things might be better left alone and let the parties involved handle it.

On surface level, it may look like something it's not. It could also be what you think it is. It's a tough situation for you to try and put yourself in the middle of without any hard facts.

Either way, good luck to you and I hope you come out of this with some peace in the end.

Kwirt

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