Chevy Colorado & GMC Canyon banner

Discussions Showcase Albums Media Media Comments Tags Marketplace

1-15 of 15 Results
  1. 2nd Gen Appearance & Body
    Hello all, I just got my 2022 Z71 V6 this past week. I noticed under the hood that the side by the air filter has plastic along the outside of the engine bay near the top, but on the other side there is nothing. I'm just wondering if there is supposed to be something there? It's a long way back...
  2. General Truck Chat
    Hi all, I just found this site due to recently purchasing a used 2017 Colorado WT I4. However, I've been having issues with the engine running hot (at idle or low speeds) and coolant odor in the cabin. I recently had the thermostat replaced, a new coolant overflow cap, and the system bled. When...
  3. 1st Gen Engine Talk - I4, I5, and V8
    My 3.5 5l Colorado is an automatic and when ever I am in a parking lot, sometimes at a stop sign or in reverse it tries to stall on me. this only happens at low speeds in drive or reverse, the truck idles smooth and fine in park. any help is much appreciated.
  4. Technical Questions / Tips / How To
    Hi community- I have a 2004 Colorado, original owner, mostly all original equipment (I did have the sun gear break many years back so transmission has been rebuilt). Truck is now used mainly as a work/toy truck up at my dad's place on Lake Huron. I want to turn it into a bit more of a toy...
  5. General Truck Chat
    I have a 2008 with a blown up 3.7L 5cyl and I want to get it running again as affordably as possible. What is the most affordable engine swap without fabrication?
  6. 1st Gen Engine Talk - I4, I5, and V8
    '06 Colorado 4x4 I5 Long story short, blew a head gasket a few weeks back. Took it all apart(pain in my fkn ass, intake manifold, valve cover, cams, timing chain cover, oil pan, diff, axles, etc... anyways). Got a new gasket, head machined, all the good stuff. Put it all back together and she...
  7. 2nd Gen Engines and Technical Discussion
    2017 Chevy Colorado Z71- I recently noticed a few spots coming underneath from the vehicle and upon checking underneath I seen nothing bt oil leaking all the way down and making a mess. No lights came in on the dashboard. I went to take it for an inspection at pep boys and was told it’s the...
  8. 2nd Gen Engines and Technical Discussion
    I have unused threaded mount holes near the spark plugs. Does anyone know what they are for? Could it have something to do when the dealership changed out my spark plugs? I have attached photos to see if anyone can help me out. If you can also add pictures of you guys' engine, it will be...
  9. 1st Gen Care - Cleaning / Detailing / Maintenance
    Here's the lowdown: the 2009 Z71 2wd with the inline 5 I drive has just about 137k on the clock, and it has been driven since new by my partner on Mobil super 10w-30 conventional. I live in NC. With the number of miles and lack of availability of that oil, I feel it would be better to go to...
  10. 2nd Gen Engines and Technical Discussion
    Hello to everyone! This is my first post and first time owning a Colorado. I was to give you a little background real quick and then ask for help and advice. I also want to let you know I am handy but for from a certified mechanic. I am a firefighter and help with a camp where we take first...
  11. 2nd Gen Engines and Technical Discussion
    Hey everyone, new here and have a 2016 GMC Canyon 6cyl. I have received an Oil Pressure light message on the dash and it fluctuates from 600 then down to -- then back up to 600.It's been confirmed it is an Oil Pressure Sensor issue and I got a new sensor but after taking off the Front L Wheel...
  12. Diesel
    Hello, I am new to this site and a new duramx and ZR2 owner. I was wondering what I can do to extend the life of my engine? All and any tips or recommendations are welcome. This is the first diesel engine that I own, however, I do drive diesels at work. I also do a large amount of camping so...
  13. 1st Gen Engine Talk - I4, I5, and V8
    Hi everybody, first post. Ill preface this by saying Im 19 going on 20, and prior to wanting one of these trucks Ive had a trailblazer that I babied until it fell apart. I love the atlas engines, and I want a newer truck that uses a similar platform. That is why Im going through this much work...
  14. General Truck Chat
    I noticed this sound coming from the truck about 2 days ago. It’s like a whirring sound and it only makes it when the truck is in motion. The transmission is shifting fine and the oil is good and the engine seems to be running fine. It’s just very loud in the cab and the video doesn’t do it...
  15. General Truck Chat
    Have a 2008 4 cyl LS extended cab 5 speed standard that I would like to replace the engine with another with more power. Any one know what engines can be swapped in?
1-15 of 15 Results
Top