Disconnecting the Mag Ride Shock in a Chevy SS

March 23rd, 2020

To reinstall the OEM springs on the SS, I needed to remove the shocks.  In order to remove the shocks, I needed to 'depin' the Mag Ride connector.  Here are some links regarding that procedure.

How to disconnect Mag Ride Shock
How to: Unpin your ZL1 Rear Upper Shock Wiring
Great Terminal Pin Removal Tool for 80 Series

Chevy SS Alignment

March 23rd, 2020

The Chevrolet SS has some one time use fasteners on the suspension that need to be replace during an alignment.  There is little information about this and much of it is conflicting.  Here are some of the more accurate threads I've found on the topic.

Alignment and one use fasteners
One time use bolts/nuts for alignment
One time use bolts/nuts for alignment
Alignment tips

Chevy SS Oil Change

March 23rd, 2020

Here is the info I need for changing the oil on the SS

15mm Socket/Wrench
Filter Tool
Rags
Catch Can
Funnel
Torque Wrench - 18ft/lbs for the Drain Plug.

Here is a link with additional information if desired.

Oil Change

Lifting/supporting the SS

March 23rd, 2020

Pool Temperature Monitor

March 23rd, 2020

I'd really like to be able to check the pool temperature from the house somehow.  Here is some information on setting this up.

ESP8266 Pool Temperature Monitor MQTT