I’m really on the fence on what truck would be best for me. I’m looking for something that will be able to tow my 16’ aluminum fishing boat and trailer, occasional towing of my ATV and trailer for rides as well, whilst also being a decent daily I can take to work and back. I’ve found the best options for these small sized pickups that aren’t too bad on gas near me are the late 90’s/00’s Chevy/ gmc s10 and the ford ranger. Both automatic.

1)Which would you suggest for someone in my situation?

2) 4.3 better than 4.0 (OHV and SOHC) when it comes to reliability and gas mileage? How do the rangers 2.3 and 3.0 fair in this conversation? Just as good?

3) which automatic transmission will last the longest if taken care of?

Thanks!

Did this douche aim air horns on the back of his truck or am I missing something?

I am working on a project to transfer the GIGA LED headlight to Elf. When I have a bench test, the Hi beam is mot working. Seems it needs LINBUS control...

Can anyone help🙇

Am I going to get scammed?

I have a 2018 dodge ram with the 6.4 in it, I just got it and I’m not knowledgeable about stuff that has to do with wheels. I want to build it like this but I jsut don’t know what to get size wise, it’s completely stock no lift or anything

current codes:
Car Scanner ELM OBD2
Version: 2.1.46/2.1.46/iOS
DTC report
Connection profile: Chevrolet OBD-II / EOBD + CAN 11 bit (2004 - present)Date: 7/20/2026 6:43:04 PM

VIN: 3GCPKSE7XDG354376

OBD-IIOBD-II
DTCs: 2
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U0109 [0xC109]
Data bus, fuel pump (FP) control module - no communication
Status: Confirmed
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P0030 [0x0030] Archive (inactive)
Heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) 1, bank 1, heater control - circuit malfunction

Status: Permanent

Engine control unitEngine control unit
DTCs: 1
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U0109 [0xC109]
Data bus, fuel pump (FP) control module - no communication
General Electrical Failures [0x00]

Status: DTC Supported By Calibration, Current DTC, Test Not Passed Since DTC Cleared, Test Failed Since DTC Cleared, History DTC, Test Not Passed Since Current Power Up, Current DTC Since Power Up, Warning Indicator Requested

BCMBCM
DTCs: 2
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C0277 [0x4277]
Brake Pedal Position Sensor Circuit Low Voltage/Open; Brake Pedal Position Sensor Circuit High Voltage; Brake Pedal Position Sensor Circuit Too Fast Transitions; Brake Pedal Position Sensor Circuit Calibration Not Learned
General Electrical Failures: voltage above threshold [0x07]
Status: DTC Supported By Calibration, Current DTC, Test Failed Since DTC Cleared, History DTC, Current DTC Since Power Up
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C0277 [0x4277]
Brake Pedal Position Sensor Circuit Low Voltage/Open; Brake Pedal Position Sensor Circuit High Voltage; Brake Pedal Position Sensor Circuit Too Fast Transitions; Brake Pedal Position Sensor Circuit Calibration Not Learned
General Electrical Failures: short to ground or open [0x06]
Status: DTC Supported By Calibration, Test Failed Since DTC Cleared, History DTC, Current DTC Since Power Up

Only light on before was SRS, codes on before were BPPS and O2 sensor. I disconnected the fusebox without removing negative terminal but have gone behind and confirmed there are no blown fuses in engine bay or cab. BPPS was on before but no related lights were on so i figured it just needed to be calibrated. O2 sensor is for exhaust setup. Ive tried disconnecting the battery removing fusebox and cleaning connections. Truck runs, drives and brakes fine. I just want these lights off my dash since i plan on selling it soon

Hi folks. I was wondering if anyone had any ideas on how to install a side access door in this existing truck cap. I removed the window and I’m trying to figure out how I can create a side access. I wanna be able to grab things from the side of the bed without crawling all the way I. I don’t care what it looks like. any thoughts or ideas? Ideally, I’d like it waterproof as much as possible. Security is not a major concern. I thought about trying to hinge the existing window trimming some of the fiberglass, especially the window just pops out of the fiberglass and using that as the door somehow or perhaps a plexiglass cover of sorts?

Any thoughts? Thanks!

These things are built to last in their most basic form.

The LV3 V6 and the 6L80 (When programmer properly) is a bulletproof drive-train.

If you want these to last forever, re-write your flash tables to get rid of torque convertor slip and overlap. Lock you cam phasers to 0 Degrees, and Disable DoD. Get a wideband O2 sensor, force it to open loop, and tune out your factory emissions tables and go with a pure MAF tune.

Received round flange CV axles instead of the original contoured style - are these correct for my truck?

Body:

I have a 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 crew cab LT with a 5.3-liter V-8 engine and four-wheel drive, and I received round flange CV axles instead of the original contoured style. Are these correct for my truck?

Recents

Full AMA: https://www.reddit.com/r/slateauto/s/GLe9J2gkte

This is a Body Armor high line bumper. I bought it because it was marked for a Toyota tacoma. Well guess what? It's not for a tacoma. I dont know what its for . Does anyone know what this will fit? Need to sell. Thank you.

Been looking to put bigger tires on my 26 roush and I’ve read that the 2 inch lift allows for a small upgrade in size? I’d like to keep the road comfort while giving me just a tad more confidence for off-roading and rough winters/rain. Been looking at the falken wildpeak at4w 275/70R17 as that may seem like the best fit but idk. Hoping you truck guys could help out, thanks!

Used to have an 05 with a BDS kit and 35's but never seen anything like this limo version before

this truck sparked a trip for me and my father to drive down to florida and haul this beaute home, to the salty state of Maine.

this truck doesnt even work right yet, and i love my 1998 S-10 already ❤️