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#1193 of 1492 Re: Weird Electrical Problem [slindem] by weels Oct 16, 2005 (7:12 pm)
Replying to: slindem (Oct 16, 2005 4:26 pm) Definately a short or short to ground. Persaverance is all I can say, start tracing all the circuits effected one by one from load to source till you find it. An ohm meter will help out a lot. Good luck. - TC
#1194 of 1492 Re: Clunking noise near Drivers seat when shutting down [weels] by weels Oct 17, 2005 (6:51 pm)
Replying to: weels (Sep 08, 2005 6:31 pm) I took the truck to the dealer today and had Mr. Goodwrench take it for a spin with me. They ended up replacing the intermediate steering shaft ( right out of the boot at the firewall) I took it out in the field (thats where I always hear the noise) and so far - so good. They covered it under warranty.  - TC
#1195 of 1492 Can I wire in snow plow lights to my 2005 GMC. by sortboy Oct 16, 2005 (5:41 pm)
I have a 2005 GMC 2500HD. I am installing a snow plow and am told that I can not hook the snow plow lights up by tapping into the the wiring. I am told that I have to buy a module to control the plow lights. The computer and day time running lights will screw up if I tap in. One plow dealer said that GMC had used a positive grounding system but had problems with it and switched back to neg. ground.????? I never herd of that. Does anyone have info on this? Replies to this message: geo9 (Oct 17, 2005 6:07 am) sortboy (Oct 17, 2005 4:42 pm) geo9 (Oct 19, 2005 6:05 am)
#1196 of 1492 Re: Can I wire in snow plow lights to my 2005 GMC. [sortboy] by geo9 Oct 17, 2005 (6:07 am)
Replying to: sortboy (Oct 16, 2005 5:41 pm) What kind of plow?   Does your truck have the VYU plow prep. option? If so GM has quick connect and ready to tap install connectors in all of its full size pickups............   Go to http://www.gmupfitter.com publications-pg.27 for full wiring schematics, pics. etc...................   NOTE: GM uses pos. ground on the power door locks ONLY ! The module is used for remote starter applications because of this...........   Unless its a Western/Fisher plow........They use a module in the truckside wiring circuit that controls the lights. It is also neg. ground.  They used to use a 6 fuse set up.   A aftermarket plow light brand should wire right in tho.................   Shoot me your e-mail.....I can direct you to someone who can help. Replies to this message: sortboy (Oct 17, 2005 4:42 pm) geo9 (Oct 19, 2005 6:05 am)
#1197 of 1492 Re: Can I wire in snow plow lights to my 2005 GMC. [geo9] by sortboy Oct 17, 2005 (4:42 pm)
Replying to: geo9 (Oct 17, 2005 6:07 am) The plow is a diamond plow, made by meyers. It's an older model. The plow lights are the same as the Boss plow lights. No I do not have the VYU option.   I had a 94 GMC and I wired after market plow lights to it. I had a toggle switch to switch from plow lights to truck lights. After I got my new truck I was talking with a plow dealer and he told me that if I don't have a plow light wiring module and if I tap into the lights that it will screw up the computer, day time running lights and the truck will not run correctly. Oh yes he has one and will sell it to me for a meer $350.00. I have a wiring diagram and I do not have a problem with tapping into the light wiring as long as I know that it will not mess up the truck. Replies to this message: geo9 (Oct 19, 2005 6:05 am)
#1198 of 1492 Re: Plastic Trim Maintenance [gmctruck] by edsview Oct 19, 2005 (5:06 am)
Replying to: gmctruck (Oct 12, 2005 4:41 pm) Hello again everyone. Just an update for all interested. The plastic trim, i.e.; door handles, tailgate handle and bezel, tailgate cap, mirrors, etc. on my 04 Sierra was looking very weathered although I cleaned and applied a plastic/vinyl protectant frequently. I have been experimenting with an old broken (the clips) tailgate handle bezel that I painted with Krylon 'Fusion' plastic paint. This piece has been on my truck for about a month, the shine remains and the surface does not get that weathered look that all the other plastic trim pieces on the truck develop after a few mornings of dew and/or rain nor do I have the problem of streaks on the paint from the protectant running washing down the sides of the truck. Additionally, you can get wax on the trim now and it comes right off without leaving that white shadow in the plastic that seems to never come off. I plan on painting all the trim on the truck with this paint in the near future, even the new tailgate bezel that will replace the broken one. P.S. Krylon 'Fusion' is available in multiple colors, I used black!
#1199 of 1492 Re: Can I wire in snow plow lights to my 2005 GMC. [sortboy] by geo9 Oct 19, 2005 (6:05 am)
Replying to: sortboy (Oct 17, 2005 4:42 pm) SORT............The reason for the module is to eliminate the seperate switch to operate the plow lights..................   I don't see why you couldn't wire the plow lights thru a seperate switch.   Check out http://www.letstalksnow.com/forums The plowguys over there can help ya out......................
#1200 of 1492 Re: 91 1500 brake control module [fishinggod] by fishinggod Oct 19, 2005 (11:34 am)
Replying to: fishinggod (Oct 10, 2005 7:29 am) Guys, can't anyone help me here? See my post #1182. I have lost my brake lights now, so I need to replace the Antilock Brake Control Module really soon. I just need to know if it is something an average person can do, or does the computer need to be reset after changing out the BCM, as a repairman told me. thanks for the help. Replies to this message: geo9 (Oct 19, 2005 7:45 pm)
#1201 of 1492 Re: 91 1500 brake control module [fishinggod] by geo9 Oct 19, 2005 (7:45 pm)
Replying to: fishinggod (Oct 19, 2005 11:34 am) FISH...........Your brake lights are not controlled thru the anti-lock brake module. Did you check the brake light switch (on steering column) and fuses?   Note there is a company that was posted around here that sells remanufactured ABS units for a reasonable price. It was posted on one of the 'Rado/GMC threads here..........Will look and post when I find it.
#1202 of 1492 2000 GMC Sierra 3500 crew cab dually problem by old_sailor Oct 20, 2005 (4:46 pm)
When I am in 4WD I hear a grinding noise whenever I make a right hand turn and the brakes make a grinding noise. None of this happens when I am in 2WD. Any suggestions? The local dealership mechanics just scratch their heads and have yet to come up with any kind of solution.

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