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Deezler · 01-22-2016, 11:30 AM

Wow.

Great list! Thanks for taking the time to type that all out.

Unfortunately you just described several thousand dollars of work.

I will need new tires next year at some point, and I definitely planned on getting aligned at that time. New shocks would also be wise before I align. Have Michelin LTXs now, which I like, but 2WD traction is lacking. Was thinking Michelin LTX M/S next time.

And yes, my truck does need the steering column bearing replaced. It's a bit sloppy right now but tracks smooth on the road. Could still be wasting some fuel and tire wear there, no doubt.

The centramatic and balancemaster products look very interesting. I like the idea a lot but cost is an issue. Same for rear panhard bar kit.... $463! ouch.

I doubt my old coolant hoses and windshield are wasting fuel though, lol. There's something to be said for not messing with things that already work....

Thanks again. A great list for any HD truck owner.

01-22-2016, 11:30 AM	#22 (permalink)
Deezler Master EcoModder Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Michigan Posts: 261 Bio Deezler (sold) - '03 Volkswagen Jetta GLS TDI 90 day: 50.78 mpg (US) The Beast. - '03 GMC Sierra 2500HD SLT 90 day: 12.86 mpg (US) Thanks: 0 Thanked 36 Times in 22 Posts	Wow. Great list! Thanks for taking the time to type that all out. Unfortunately you just described several thousand dollars of work. I will need new tires next year at some point, and I definitely planned on getting aligned at that time. New shocks would also be wise before I align. Have Michelin LTXs now, which I like, but 2WD traction is lacking. Was thinking Michelin LTX M/S next time. And yes, my truck does need the steering column bearing replaced. It's a bit sloppy right now but tracks smooth on the road. Could still be wasting some fuel and tire wear there, no doubt. The centramatic and balancemaster products look very interesting. I like the idea a lot but cost is an issue. Same for rear panhard bar kit.... $463! ouch. I doubt my old coolant hoses and windshield are wasting fuel though, lol. There's something to be said for not messing with things that already work.... Thanks again. A great list for any HD truck owner.