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Mar 05, 2007
1995 K2500 Suburban 454
3 of 3 found this helpful I bought my truck recently because I needed a large vehicle for hauling furniture, dogs, and towing trailers. I also need 4x4, as I live in an area that has a lot of snow and my driveway is frequently impossible to get up without 4x4.
This generation of Chevy/GMC truck is, to me, hands down one of the best trucks you can buy, especially in terms of durability. I test drove an Excursion last week, and despite having 81,000 miles (my truck has 200,000), the Excursion had many squeaks and rattles, and the interior was actually in worse shape. The Fords just don't hold up like these GM trucks. The Suburban especially is a good size - able to fit in almost any garage, has a good turning radius, and so many were built that parts are easy to find and ridiculously cheap. Now, to some of the specifics on mine.
I bought the 3/4-ton truck for towing purposes, however I would recommend it anyway as it is not significantly harsher than the 1/2-ton, and it has larger brakes and a stronger frame and driveline.
I bought the big block because on these trucks the engine makes a very small impact in fuel economy, and the big block is more durable, only making 230 hp from 7.4L. Yes, it's easy to upgrade as well. The fact that my engine has 200,000 miles on it (original!) should tell you something. It still runs great. The big block also comes with the 4L80-E transmission, which is significantly more durable than the 4L60-E. In addition when compared to the Excursion, the 454 actually feels faster than the V10, despite making 80 fewer hp and 105 fewer lb/ft torque.
I bought an LT model, which has leather seats, a nicer stereo, and the rear HVAC unit. While the leather is optional, the rear HVAC is a necessity on a vehicle with this much space.
While this truck doesn't have the fit and finish of a BMW or a Mercedes, at 200,000 miles it still drives great. My truck when I bought it had a bad u-joint, and needed a fuel pump and a pitman arm, plus a tune-up and an exhaust manifold gasket. That's between $100 and $150 in parts.
The biggest problem (as is common on GM vehicles of this era) is the paint. It is flaking off like crazy, and will require a complete repaint of the entire truck. Also, the bracket for the driver's seat is welded poorly, and so it breaks. This just requires a reweld, which is usually stronger than whatever was there from the factory.
Overall, I can highly recommend a truck like this to anyone. If you don't need the towing capability, you are probably fine buying a 1/2-ton truck with a 350 in it, but for me the 3/4-ton 454 truck is a better option. I would say, however, that even if you aren't towing, buying the 454 truck would be advisable.
-- EDIT 10/4/07 --
I have just sold my Suburban, 7 months after writing this initially. I still do believe they are very good and durable vehicles. The bit of advice here is to buy one with under 150,000 miles, preferably under 100,000, and replace the minor problems as soon as they pop up. This truck appears to have a "use-by" date of 200,000 when not well cared for by a previous owner, and I found myself replacing every little detail on the truck to keep it in the condition I wanted it to be in. If I wasn't so picky, however, it would still do everything I needed to just fine. I found myself spending far too much time working on it, and trying to catch up with parts wearing out faster than I could work on it.
Oct 04, 2007
1994 Jaguar XJ12
7 of 7 found this helpful I was a Jaguar mechanic for several years, so I have a good sum of exposure to all of these British vehicles. I have found that, as a rule, Jaguars are actually remarkably reliable so long as they are well maintained. The '94 XJ12 (or XJ81 to Jag-nuts, which was its official code name from Jaguar) is one of the most reliable Jaguars available. The 6.0L V12 engine produces gobs of power and torque, delivering it oh so smoothly. Combined with a 4-speed automatic transmission (actually the GM 4L80-E, which was used in many trucks), the off-the-line power is tremendous and provides relaxed highway cruising. Certainly, nobody would believe that a sedan that weighs in at something around 4500 lb could move like this thing does, and that's factory!
These cars have phenomenal interiors in terms of look, feel, and craftsmanship. The tray tables built in to the front seats for the rear seat passengers are tres chic, and hint more of a car on par with a Rolls Royce than a BMW or Mercedes. That is where Jaguar falls. While you can actually purchase these marvelous vehicles for less than their German and Japanese counterparts, they are truly designed as more of a baby brother to a Rolls Royce. The only complaint I have on the interior is the rear seat leg room. Put 4 average size adults in one of these cars (as I have) and quarters get fairly crampt. The head room is not optimal for the rear passengers, either.
The one thing I would say to anyone who wishes to purchase one of these cars (or any car of this nature): Find a mechanic first! If you are your own mechanic, even better. There are some very good Jaguar forums out there to help you keep your car running. However if you are not inclined to work on your own vehicle, first find someone who is and is competent at doing so. Jaguars are not Chevys, they are not Fords, and they are not Toyotas. While anybody with good mechanical and electrical know-how can work on these things, my experience is that the vast majority of mechanics these days lack either, and are going to expect everything to be like their Chevy. Then they will undoubtedly break something, get frustrated, and have your car for a long time and charge you a ton of money, ultimately resulting in the disappearance of money from your wallet.
Lastly, I would suggest that you buy the best one you can find. It is truly a "pay now or pay later" deal. These cars will pass 200,000 without missing a beat, but they need to be cared for and it is best to find one with significantly under 100k if possible.
Aug 21, 2019
Good casting, poor machining
The timing cover itself is a good price and appears to have been cast with good quality. The issue I found was the machining on the back side of the cover was poor and it looked as though the machine used to make a smooth, consistent surface went back over certain areas and hit them. There were ridges deep enough, especially on the water pump holes, that I was not convinced a good seal (not leaking) was possible. If this had not been the case I would've given the product a 4 or 5 star rating.
While the casting was of a good quality it is definitely lighter than the original Ford casting. Whether or not this would have caused cracking issues down the road I can't say.