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Any of y’all replaced shocks on a pickup truck? Also, oil pressure sensor
Posted on 5/17/21 at 11:47 am
Posted on 5/17/21 at 11:47 am
I’m needing both done, 08 Silverado. Seems maybe the oil pressure sensor wouldn’t be too bad, I’ve never done shocks before. TIA
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Posted on 5/17/21 at 11:54 am to windshieldman
Are they inside of the spring? Might need an HD compressor. If so and you want to do it yourself I would take the whole assembly to a shop with a compressor and get them to remove and install
Posted on 5/17/21 at 11:56 am to windshieldman
very simple for the sensor most auto parts stored will loan you the socket if its needed they are sometimes odd
Shocks easy also just jack it from the frame so that the springs on the front extend fully. but if they dont and you cant get them off because you need to compress the springs some use a couple of ratchet straps or the auto parts store loans spring compressors but if you use them wrap a ratchet strap around the compressor just for safety
it shouldn't take more than 20 min for each side of the front, rears easy
Shocks easy also just jack it from the frame so that the springs on the front extend fully. but if they dont and you cant get them off because you need to compress the springs some use a couple of ratchet straps or the auto parts store loans spring compressors but if you use them wrap a ratchet strap around the compressor just for safety
it shouldn't take more than 20 min for each side of the front, rears easy
Posted on 5/17/21 at 12:08 pm to LEASTBAY
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Are they inside of the spring? Might need an HD compressor. If so and you want to do it yourself I would take the whole assembly to a shop with a compressor and get them to remove and instal
I’m not sure
I’ll look when back around truckPosted on 5/17/21 at 12:10 pm to Cracker
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very simple for the sensor most auto parts stored will loan you the socket if its needed they are sometimes odd
Yea I was thinking there may be a special tool, I’ll ask Napa if I can borrow theirs. I think it’s towards the back of the engine. I wouldn’t think it would be any more difficult than changing spark plugs
Posted on 5/17/21 at 12:31 pm to windshieldman
It’s usually just a socket with a notch in it so you don’t break the sensor wire. Some the harness will plug into so there’s no wire to break. Can be done with a wrench if it’s not too tight a spot, and when I’ve done it I had just drained the oil so not sure if it will come pouring out when you pull it or not. Usually on the pump outlet side so probably not.
Posted on 5/17/21 at 12:54 pm to windshieldman
Fronts are shock/strut assemblies, rears are just shocks. So you'd need a spring compressor to swap out the fronts.
Posted on 5/17/21 at 2:09 pm to YOURADHERE
That's what I thought. Those springs are alot stronger then what's on a typical car.
Posted on 5/17/21 at 2:18 pm to windshieldman
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oil pressure sensor
No need to replace the oil pressure sensor....get some Sea Foam and put in your oil - drive it around or let it idle for an hour or so - longer the better - change oil while the engine is hot...it will fix the issue on Silverados and Tahoes...i changed my sensor and the new gauge started messing up not long after - mechanic told me it was really common in chevy's and taught me the fix
Posted on 5/17/21 at 3:39 pm to hubreb
ive replaced the oil pressure sensor on a tahoe, cant really see it since its on the back of the engine, but its not too hard to do by feel.
Posted on 5/17/21 at 4:05 pm to Hermit Crab
You can buy quick struts so you don’t have to compress the springs on the front. For the rears you can just un bolt them once you have it jacked up. I’ve changed mine on my 11’ Silverado.
Posted on 5/17/21 at 4:07 pm to bigbuckdj
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You can buy quick struts so you don’t have to compress the springs on the front. For the rears you can just un bolt them once you have it jacked up. I’ve changed mine on my 11’ Silverado
Yea front is what I was concerned with, don’t see rears being an issue. Not sure what brand I’m gonna buy for rears as I’ll do them first.
Thanks everyone for the replies
Posted on 5/17/21 at 5:01 pm to windshieldman
I'd buy whole new front shock/spring set preassembled. Depending on mileage, those springs probably have some sag to them. I just replaced mine with a preassembled set. I have a Tundra, but it only took about 3 hrs to change out the fronts.
Posted on 5/17/21 at 5:38 pm to YOURADHERE
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Fronts are shock/strut assemblies, rears are just shocks. So you'd need a spring compressor to swap out the fronts.
Shock Surplus will assemble coil-overs for you to simplify the install. I recommend Bilstein's if they are available. Good shocks (far better than stock) that will deliver a better ride for not too much $.
Posted on 5/17/21 at 8:18 pm to windshieldman
I tried to replace oil pressure sending unit on my 08 Silverado with a 5.3. I couldn’t even shine a flashlight on it it was so deep along the firewall. Took it to a shop and they changed it for about $100. Worth it to me.
Posted on 5/17/21 at 10:47 pm to windshieldman
Did your sensor stop working ? are you getting lifter tap when the motor is at idle and any period of time?
Posted on 5/17/21 at 10:56 pm to FISH N TIGER
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Did your sensor stop working ? are you getting lifter tap when the motor is at idle and any period of time?
Yes and yes when idle
Oil pressure gauge at 0 but still has proper amount of oil, and yes sounds like lifter tapping on idle
Damn, oil pump?
Lifters have been knocking for a long time, oil pressure sensor went to 0 about a week ago. I’ve been checking oil daily since then and still good
This post was edited on 5/17/21 at 11:13 pm
Posted on 5/18/21 at 5:46 am to YOURADHERE
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Fronts are shock/strut assemblies, rears are just shocks
Correct
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So you'd need a spring compressor to swap out the fronts.
No you don't..... YT
For ANY auto/truck repair YT is your friend
Posted on 5/18/21 at 5:53 am to windshieldman
The lifter thing probably isn’t a big deal if it hasn’t suddenly gotten louder unless you’re noticing it burning oil or something unusual. My 2000 Silverado ticked the whole time I had it and it was ticking when I sold it at 240k. I have 180k on my 2011 and it ticks as well. The people who drop a lifter have a really awful sound and they’ll usually get a check engine light.
If it is actually reading zero, I think I’d start with the sensor as well.
If it is actually reading zero, I think I’d start with the sensor as well.
Posted on 5/18/21 at 6:23 am to Wtodd
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No you don't
A lot of folks just get the strut and reuse the oem coil, so yes you do unless you replace the entire assembly like in your video.
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