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by mattconrad
Thu Jun 07, 2012 1:19 pm
Forum: Exhaust System
Topic: Where to buy O2 Simulator?
Replies: 1
Views: 3318

Where to buy O2 Simulator?

Where is the best place to buy and O2 simulator for a 1998 GMC Safari? I cant seem to find much information on this. Thanks
by mattconrad
Wed Jan 19, 2011 6:17 pm
Forum: General
Topic: how many here from the old astro site?
Replies: 37
Views: 11175

Re: how many here from the old astro site?

I am from the old days also. Joined the old forum around 2001 or so. I am a member of both today.
by mattconrad
Sat Jan 08, 2011 8:50 am
Forum: Engine
Topic: Water in oil, losing water, wheres it coming from? Need Help
Replies: 29
Views: 9187

Re: Water in oil, losing water, wheres it coming from? Need

Changed the oil filter today after 35 miles and it looked clean as can be, no visible signs of any water or sludge at all. Going to put 100-200 miles on it and change the oil. The oil looked a little red in color due to the tranny fluid being mixed in but really clean. I took the valve covers off wh...
by mattconrad
Fri Jan 07, 2011 7:18 am
Forum: Engine
Topic: Water in oil, losing water, wheres it coming from? Need Help
Replies: 29
Views: 9187

Re: Water in oil, losing water, wheres it coming from? Need

I looked at the EGR setup and took it off the manifold and it looked ok. Its already back together and hopefully its done.
by mattconrad
Thu Jan 06, 2011 7:18 pm
Forum: Engine
Topic: Water in oil, losing water, wheres it coming from? Need Help
Replies: 29
Views: 9187

Re: Water in oil, losing water, wheres it coming from? Need

The only reason I use 10/40 is because I live in Florida. I will be switching back to synthetic after a few changes.
by mattconrad
Thu Jan 06, 2011 4:40 pm
Forum: Engine
Topic: Water in oil, losing water, wheres it coming from? Need Help
Replies: 29
Views: 9187

Re: Water in oil, losing water, wheres it coming from? Need

Van is all back together with the upgraded gaskets. I took off the valve covers and put on new gaskets. I also cleaned the inside of them since it was all bad oil/water mixture. I put about 20 miles on it and will be doing another radiator pressure test to see if there are any other leaks. I am plan...
by mattconrad
Tue Jan 04, 2011 10:41 am
Forum: Engine
Topic: Water in oil, losing water, wheres it coming from? Need Help
Replies: 29
Views: 9187

Re: Water in oil, losing water, wheres it coming from? Need

Is there anything I should do while I am at this tonight. I am changing the thermostat and belt while I am at it. I will also be replacing the cap and rotor since they show alot of wear. Is there anything that I should do with with EGR setup while I have it off the vehicle. Thanks for the input.
by mattconrad
Thu Dec 30, 2010 12:11 pm
Forum: Engine
Topic: What is the best Intake Gaskets that I can buy for a 1998?
Replies: 4
Views: 2361

Re: What is the best Intake Gaskets that I can buy for a 199

These are the gaskets that I have on the van right now and had a problem with. The ones I just bought are the exact same and I do not want to use them. I will get the part number shortly. They are black plastic with the orange seal. I would have used the metal ones if I knew there were others out th...
by mattconrad
Thu Dec 30, 2010 12:10 pm
Forum: Engine
Topic: Water in oil, losing water, wheres it coming from? Need Help
Replies: 29
Views: 9187

Re: Water in oil, losing water, wheres it coming from? Need

Opened it up today and this is what I see. The cracked gasket is on the drivers side front. I do not want to use those plastic gaskets again if there is another option. Any Input? http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f94/mattconrad/1998%20Safair%20Oil%20Problem/Van.jpg http://i45.photobucket.com/albums...
by mattconrad
Tue Dec 28, 2010 8:10 am
Forum: Engine
Topic: What is the best Intake Gaskets that I can buy for a 1998?
Replies: 4
Views: 2361

What is the best Intake Gaskets that I can buy for a 1998?

Does anyone know the part number for the best Intake Gaskets that I can buy for a 1998 Safari. Its actually a 2003 motor with the 1998 Intake but I dont think that makes a difference does it? I bought a set of Felpro gaskets and want to make sure I have the best ones because I only want to do this o...
by mattconrad
Mon Dec 27, 2010 2:32 pm
Forum: Engine
Topic: Water in oil, losing water, wheres it coming from? Need Help
Replies: 29
Views: 9187

Re: Water in oil, losing water, wheres it coming from? Need

Well, pulled the doghouse and checked for leaks. Looks like its leaking somewhere on the passenger side behind the alternator and running down the head/valve cover to the back of the block and on down. Also noticed there is BLACK RTV Sealant that I used 5 years ago, might be a problem. I was told to...
by mattconrad
Sat Dec 25, 2010 7:41 am
Forum: Engine
Topic: Water in oil, losing water, wheres it coming from? Need Help
Replies: 29
Views: 9187

Re: Water in oil, losing water, wheres it coming from? Need

Did the radiator bubble test and everything was just fine. Going to tear into it tomorrow and see what I can find out. Thanks
by mattconrad
Thu Dec 23, 2010 2:59 pm
Forum: Engine
Topic: Water in oil, losing water, wheres it coming from? Need Help
Replies: 29
Views: 9187

Re: Water in oil, losing water, wheres it coming from? Need

It looked like just water and ive been losing water somewhere so when its not freezing out im just putting water in the radiator. Ive had this van like this for 5 years and have never had a problem like this, I always do my own oil changes. Did a Radiator leakdown test today and it started at 14 psi...
by mattconrad
Wed Dec 22, 2010 8:55 pm
Forum: Engine
Topic: Water in oil, losing water, wheres it coming from? Need Help
Replies: 29
Views: 9187

Re: Water in oil, losing water, wheres it coming from? Need

I appreciate all the replies. If it is Intake Gaskets there will be noticable signs when I pull the intake correct?