Pros & Cons for 1984 Blazer
So, I currently own a '98 2WD Blazer which has been giving me some problems. I was able to narrow done the trouble to either bad/bent valves or bad lifters for the number 6 cylinder.
To date, I has spent too much on this truck and I think I'm going to start looking for a replacement. I've really come to enjoy the truck (minus the problems) so I thought I'd consider replacing it with another one but maybe this time it would be a 1st generation model. I looked a 1984 model today and it looks like it's in pretty good shape. No rust. Frame is very solid. It starts up a bit rough but once it's warm the engine smooths right out. So, without going into too many details about the truck, just take it as a good running truck, what are some of the known problems with the 2.8L I should be aware of in this vehicle. It seems like a very simple truck to work on which is why I need some input from some one with more experience than a guy just seeing eyecandy ;) |
ive owned 3 trucks with the 2.8 and they have been great engines for me. a little under powered compared to the 4.3 but they always got where i needed to be. there was always talk about the crank bearings going out on them but have never seen it in person.
being rust free is a good start, but just cause the paint is all shiny doesnt mean its not a rotted mess underneath so be sure to check out under the truck. one weird thing i noticed owning one of these engines is no one carries parts for them anymore. anytime i went to autozone or any parts store to get a part, fuel pump, valve cover gaskets, whatever they never had them in stock, always had to order them |
Originally Posted by abig84
(Post 563768)
ive owned 3 trucks with the 2.8 and they have been great engines for me. a little under powered compared to the 4.3 but they always got where i needed to be. there was always talk about the crank bearings going out on them but have never seen it in person.
being rust free is a good start, but just cause the paint is all shiny doesnt mean its not a rotted mess underneath so be sure to check out under the truck. one weird thing i noticed owning one of these engines is no one carries parts for them anymore. anytime i went to autozone or any parts store to get a part, fuel pump, valve cover gaskets, whatever they never had them in stock, always had to order them |
i went to autozone or any parts store to get a part, fuel pump, valve cover gaskets, whatever they never had them in stock, always had to order them |
I have a napa and orielly warehouse within driving distance.. FTW.
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Originally Posted by richphotos
(Post 563774)
I have found that first gens have less problems than second gens, consensus LOL
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