Chiltons or Haynes
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Originally Posted by dillcc
Service Manual>Chilton>Haynes
I got my FSM'* for about $50 shipped off ebay - just gotta know where to look and get the timing right. Otherwise, for basic stuff a Chilton'* will be just fine.
I got my FSM'* for about $50 shipped off ebay - just gotta know where to look and get the timing right. Otherwise, for basic stuff a Chilton'* will be just fine.
Would the FSM for the 97 SE apply to the 96 LeSabre too?
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For shear usability, ease of information, the chilton is miles easier then the FSM'*. For most repairs and maintenance, i use the chiltons, but the FSM is a reference for sure, and very valuble on highly detailed knowledge.
If you're just wanting it to know how to do PCV swaps, maybe gasket work, water pump, a chiltons should be plenty.
If you're just wanting it to know how to do PCV swaps, maybe gasket work, water pump, a chiltons should be plenty.
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FYI, Haynes publishes the GM service manual(*)! Or at least used to. Now it'* all online on Service Information in Dealerworld, so I don't know if it'* Haynes or Helms anymore.
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Chilton'* is good for 90% of what you need. #28200.
FSM'* can be purchased new from www.helminc.com
They are the publisher.
FSM'* can be purchased new from www.helminc.com
They are the publisher.
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