1999 Chevrolet T6500
1999 Chevrolet T6500
The 1999 Chevrolet T6500 is a medium-duty commercial truck that was offered with a variety of engine and transmission options. It was available with either a gasoline or diesel engine, and a manual or automatic transmission. The T6500 was praised for its durability, reliability, and towing capacity. However, it was also known to have some issues, particularly with its engine and transmission.
Engine
7.0L Vortec V8 Gasoline
- Intake manifold gasket failure: The intake manifold gasket can fail, causing coolant and oil leaks. The symptoms include:
- Coolant leaks
- Oil leaks
Engine overheating The solution is to replace the intake manifold gasket. Cost to fix: $500 - $1,000
- Vortec head failure: The Vortec heads can crack, causing coolant and oil leaks. The symptoms include:
- Coolant leaks
- Oil leaks
- Engine overheating
- Reduced engine power The solution is to replace the Vortec heads. Cost to fix: $2,000 - $4,000+
8.1L Vortec V8 Gasoline
- Intake manifold gasket failure: The intake manifold gasket can fail, causing coolant and oil leaks. The symptoms include:
- Coolant leaks
- Oil leaks
Engine overheating The solution is to replace the intake manifold gasket. Cost to fix: $500 - $1,000
- Vortec head failure: The Vortec heads can crack, causing coolant and oil leaks. The symptoms include:
- Coolant leaks
- Oil leaks
- Engine overheating
- Reduced engine power The solution is to replace the Vortec heads. Cost to fix: $2,000 - $4,000+
Transmission
Allison 1000 5-Speed Automatic
- Transmission slipping: The transmission may slip out of gear when shifting. The symptoms include:
- Transmission slipping out of gear
Difficulty shifting gears The solution is to replace the transmission. Cost to fix: $2,000 - $4,000+
- Transmission fluid leaks: The transmission may leak fluid from the pan or seals. The symptoms include:
- Transmission fluid leaks
- Low transmission fluid level
- Transmission slipping The solution is to replace the leaking parts and add transmission fluid. Cost to fix: $200 - $500
Allison 2000 6-Speed Automatic
- Transmission slipping: The transmission may slip out of gear when shifting. The symptoms include:
- Transmission slipping out of gear
Difficulty shifting gears The solution is to replace the transmission. Cost to fix: $2,500 - $5,000+
- Transmission fluid leaks: The transmission may leak fluid from the pan or seals. The symptoms include:
- Transmission fluid leaks
- Low transmission fluid level
- Transmission slipping The solution is to replace the leaking parts and add transmission fluid. Cost to fix: $200 - $500
Suspension
- Leaf spring breakage: The leaf springs can break, causing the truck to sag. The symptoms include:
- Truck sagging
- Difficulty steering
- Reduced braking efficiency The solution is to replace the leaf springs. Cost to fix: $500 - $1,000
Electrical
- Battery drain: The battery can drain quickly, even when the truck is not running. The symptoms include:
- Battery draining quickly
- Difficulty starting the truck The solution is to replace the battery or find and fix the source of the drain. Cost to fix: $100 - $500
Exterior
- Body rust: The body can rust, especially on the fenders and rockers. The symptoms include:
- Rust on the body
- Holes in the body The solution is to repair or replace the rusted parts. Cost to fix: $500 - $2,000+
Interior
- Dashboard cracking: The dashboard can crack, especially on the passenger side. The symptoms include:
- Cracks in the dashboard
- Loose or rattling dashboard The solution is to replace the dashboard. Cost to fix: $500 - $1,000
Summary
The 1999 Chevrolet T6500 is a reliable and durable truck, but it is not without its issues. The most common problems are with the engine, transmission, and electrical system. The severity of the issues varies, and the cost to fix them can range from a few hundred dollars to several thousand dollars.