about to go out back and change the oil. Wish me luck

I'll post back with dyno numbers after I get the fluids swapped tonight, and I'll work on stripping down the oil filter and getting the new one installed by friday. I've got all the special tools I might need.

Anyone want pics of the build?

 

ive been havin the same troubles... you know any tricks to get around this issue??

 

I had a problem one time that no one could solve. I asked on the boards and a couple tech guys, but I had to call GM and speak to 3 different service guys before I got a good answer. Apparently an easier way to get the filter off is to jam a screw driver through the side of it He said it was standard procedure at most GM dealerships for "oil filter removal"

I'm about to head up to the dealer and try to get a dealer service manual for this thing in case I need anything

 

well hell thats how i usually get it off... a little silicone after i clean it and i can put it back in!

 

also you know they say if you rotate the tires from rear to opposite side front they will wear better!

 

1. Remove baffles from inside valve covers
2. Remove PCV check valves from PCV lines
3. Hook PCV lines on both valve covers to manifold vacuum source
4. Drive until crankcase empty.
5. Refill with oil
6. Repeat steps 4-6

 

oooooooooohhhhhhhhh thats how ya do it!

 

Don't forget to lighten up the radiator! A couple of 3-4 inch holes will drop you eta!

 

WTF,

 

well hell while your at it. use distilled water to flush your motor out after you've drained it drive it for about 4 minutes and drain and replace filter and oil.