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Obi-Wan Forum Newbie Posts 19 
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 11-23-10 09:14 AM - Post#2008391
At nine years old and 130,000 miles, our 2001 Tahoe is getting to the point where I'm having to do more than just basic maintenance to it. Where's the best place to obtain a factory service manual it? Haynes/Chiltons need not apply.
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Bad Bowtie Valued Contributor Posts 4789 
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 11-23-10 10:15 AM - Post#2008419
They pop up from time to time on Ebay. Or you can go to www.helminc.com 
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stk1697 Poster Posts 59 |
11-23-10 07:02 PM - Post#2008688
You can either buy a printed ser or there are vendors that sell dvd's of the full anuals with tech bulletins included on Ebay. If you plan on keeping the truck a long time they will def save you some cash in the long run.
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Obi-Wan Forum Newbie Posts 19
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11-24-10 10:26 AM - Post#2008937
I saw those eBay DVD's. It sounds great to be able to search, cross-reference, and print the desired pages from the manual. Do those DVD's actually work as advertised? I'm always a little nervous about buying something like that off eBay. I have a 4"-thick printed service manual for my Jeep, which is handy, but sometimes difficult to remember the right name for something when hunting for it in the index. A digital copy would alleviate that problem. HelmInc is the cheapest source for printed manuals that I've found yet, at $135 vs $160.
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DeLong Banned Member Posts 2868 |
11-24-10 09:55 PM - Post#2009176
I had the dvd version for my 97 jimmy. I wont buy another. It worked fine but I just like the book better.You can lay it on the fender and a little grease/dirt wont hurt a thing. Ive had a lot of luck buying the manuals off ebay. I check helm for pricing and use that for a bidding guideline.
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elcamino Dedicated Member Posts 5588
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11-25-10 07:50 AM - Post#2009271
I think most if not all of those dvd's selling are all pirated copies made from the manuals, so its like buying stolen property. I would hate to be lucky enough to buy one and then find out they are coming after you for buying illegal copies of copyrighted material. Before GM went into bankruptcy they were actively going after those who were doing this on the web.
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alanco Forum Newbie Posts 42 |
11-29-10 08:53 PM - Post#2011396
I have a set of factory manuals I bought for my 2001 Silverado. If the Tahoe is included (I don't know and will have to check) then I will private mail you. Alan
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supertug "6th Year" Platinum Supporting Member Posts 223 
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12-05-10 07:53 AM - Post#2013768
How many volumes are with the 2001 set 
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Obi-Wan Forum Newbie Posts 19
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12-05-10 01:36 PM - Post#2013929
Five volumes: 1: general info, HVAC, steering, suspension, driveline/axle, brakes 2: engine 3: engine 4: engine, transmission 5: body and accessories, restraints
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supertug "6th Year" Platinum Supporting Member Posts 223
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12-06-10 04:24 AM - Post#2014147
Thanks for the info. I will start looking for a set for my 2001 Sierra. |
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Obi-Wan Forum Newbie Posts 19
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 12-07-10 08:15 AM - Post#2014645
I just received the service manuals that I bought from Alan Hale (alanco). They're in excellent shape, and the transaction went wonderfully. If any of you ever have the opportunity to buy from or sell to him, I'll give him two thumbs up.
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nstlga "17th Year" Silver Supporting Member Posts 934 
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12-08-10 09:39 AM - Post#2015168
Faxon's in California has a lot of manuals too.
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