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Old Jul 11, 2016 | 01:05 AM
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need an lt1 mechanic. i purchased my 96 LT1 caprice 10 years ago with 63,000 original miles. took it to George Bates in Upland,CA and he changed every fluid, spark plugs, and all my brakes. he cloned my car to a 96 Impala ss. i now have 100,000 miles and need a major tune-up. George Bates is no longer working but his shop is still around with new owners. Talked to a few guys and they said the service and quality of work is not the same. I NEED A MECHANIC close to my home. any suggestion please let me know. thank you
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Old Jul 11, 2016 | 05:39 PM
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What do you mean by "major tuneup?" If you are going to own one of these old cars it is best you learn how to do the basics yourself. Cheaper too.
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Old Jul 11, 2016 | 06:06 PM
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spark plugs, wires, water pump, optispark, seals, thermostat, water hoses, serpentine belt, serpentine belt pulley(making noise). everything in front so i don't have to worry about for another 10 years. if i forgot something please let me know. thanks
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Old Jul 12, 2016 | 10:45 AM
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Pretty simple once you get in there and look at it. Just a bunch of nuts n bolts.
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Old Jul 12, 2016 | 11:22 AM
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spark plugs, wires, water pump, optispark, seals, thermostat, water hoses, serpentine belt, serpentine belt pulley(making noise). everything in front so i don't have to worry about for another 10 years. if i forgot something please let me know. thanks
Your LT1 bible:

www.shbox.com

It will cover everything you need to know.
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Old Jul 14, 2016 | 06:54 PM
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thanks but need info. on a b-body LT1.any mechanic out there to help me
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Old Jul 16, 2016 | 10:53 AM
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while there are some differences between B & f body the shoebox site 411 will apply for plugs, wires, opti, belt.

you can buy a Haynes manual specific to B-body to use also or a factory Service manual often found on ebay.

Fortunately the B-body has more room under the hood so access is easier than a F-body
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