GM 3800 Series

http://Toyota.autoboardz.com/GM-3800-series-ll-series-lll-ftopict202526.html (GM 3800 series ll vs series lll)
Can anyone explain the differences between the 3800 series ll and the series lll? Has the intake manifold leak problem been fixed on the series lll?
« So they say... And I have no reason to doubt it. I wonder if it holds surprises of its own. »
« Series III does not use a plastic upper intake manifold. It's aluminum. So there should be no problems with it. Hopefully....for the customer. Ian »

http://Toyota.autoboardz.com/Alternator-Replacement-Guide-GM-3800-Series-II-Motor-ftopict225458.html (Alternator Replacement Guide - GM 3800 Series II Motor)
I recently had to swap out the old OEM alternator on my 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP. I'm sure most of you could replace an alternator with your eyes closed but I took pictures of the process and wrote up a quick guide for the new owners. The procedure should be very similar on every car that has t..

http://Toyota.autoboardz.com/Pontiac-Grand-Prix-Alternator-Replacement-Guide-GM-3800-ftopict225461.html (Pontiac Grand Prix Alternator Replacement Guide - GM 3800 ..)
I recently had to change the OEM alternator on my 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP. I'm sure most of you could swap an alternator out in your sleep but I took pictures of the process and wrote up a quick guide for the new owners. The procedure should be very similar on every car that has the GM 3800 Se..
« Nice job. Thanks! »
« If you ever change your power steering pump, be sure to publish those procedures. Mines leaking and it don't look like an easy replacement. »

http://Toyota.autoboardz.com/GM-3800-Series-II-PCV-Valve-Replacement-Guide-Pontiac-Gr-ftopict234979.html (GM 3800 Series II PCV Valve Replacement Guide - Pontiac Gr..)
I'm sure most of you could swap out a PCV valve in just a few minutes but I wrote up a quick guide with pictures to help out any new owners. The guide was written specifically for the GM 3800 Series II S/C 3.8L V6 engine. Here's the page - I hope it helps some of you. The PCV valve is a very che..
« Nice write up! Keep up the good work. »