Silver00LT's Ultimate Thread
 

I can not think of a name for her and I've had her over two months now. I have not really been that active on this forum as this is a DD and not a project. I do enjoy working on her though from time to time. Right now I have the trailer project...then finish tearing down my first project car for scrap. So this is going to be my main thread and I'll have everything coming off of here.

Mileage when bought: 130211
Year: 2000
Trim: Blazer LT
Chassis: 2WD(doesn't act like it though) :icon_teeth:
Cost of vehicle: $5,400(I had to use a buy here pay here due to credit)
Maintenance Costs: $6,377.46 as of 2012 02 24
Fuel Costs: $1,790.36 (started keeping records 09/11/2011)
Miles driven: 29,732

Pictures:
Dirty:
http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b1...6/SANY0064.jpg
Clean:
http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b1...6/SANY0005.jpg
http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b1...6/SANY0001.jpg
http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b1...6/SANY0066.jpg

JUST NICE SHOTS
http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b1...6/SANY0124.jpg
http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b1...6/SANY0122.jpg
VIDEOS:
http://www.youtube.com/user/TurboedMX6?feature=mhum

Modifications:

Visual:
Vent visors all around
Matching tint on front windows and stripe on windshield
Tinted tail lights
Front rubber mats
DRL disabled
Black housing halo projector headlights
Black housing turn signals

Audio:
Factory

Power mods:
Custom CAI
Flowmaster 40 series muffler with single out

Muscle mods(towing & off-roading, etc):
Reese Class 3 hitch
235/75R15 Goodyear Wrangler AT all around

Electronics:
Garmin GPS

PROBLEMS FROM THIS VEHICLE
Current issues:
-Transmission problems downshifting from 4th to 3rd...yeah! Luckily happens maybe twice a week
-ABS Light comes on when hard braking is applied or city braking

Fixed:
-Bank 1 Sensor 1 o2 Sensor replaced
-Front Driver wheel studs replaced(4 so far...1 courtesy of Firestone)
-Rebuilt radiator
-Jasper Remanned Engine
-Walker OEM Catalytic Convertor Replacement
-L/F Hub Assembly(x2)
-Rear shocks
-Upper Control Arm Bushings
-Tie Rod ends

How-Tos:
Wheel Stud Replacement - https://blazerforum.com/forum/article-submissions-discussions-47/how-wheel-stud-replacement-discussion-thread-48964/

I figure two choices.......fabtech lift and a 8.5 in the rear with big cleat mudders on the rear OR Solid Front Axle swap... Still a DD, just one with ATTITUDE.!

hey man where in alabama are you from im in decatur?

To be honest I've looked into a 4x4 parts...but a 2wd tackling some trails that 4x4s go here is kind of IDK stating a point. :)

I'm in Ranburne, AL. I'm quite a few hours away from you. :) You are north alabama right. Right against the TN border correct.

Update
 

Well I received my new headlights and turn signals in the mail. Got them installed along with getting two new tires installed on my truck and had ALL TIRES BLACK WALL OUT.

BLACK WALL FTW!!! :icon_bike:

black walls are ftw

I still wish I had my drill attachment to get rid of that pinstripe! It's like rubber about 4" in diameter and it took off stickers and anything without touching the paint.

Left to get done without paying money is:
Removing badges except the sides
Pinstripe

Exterior plans:
Front brush guard w/ lights
maybe cowl hood

took me forever to remove my pinstripe. fingernails and patients can take care of the pinstripe

Update 9/24
 

Did the following:
Painted all four calipers red
Replaced serp. belt
Replaced wheel stud that firestone crossthreaded
Flushed brake system with Prestone Dot 3 fluid...nothing special because have no brake upgrades

A few pictures:
http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b1...6/SANY0134.jpghttp://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b1...6/SANY0135.jpg

I wish I had air tools...

Looking good, any future plans?

Yeah I got a few plans popping up in my head, but without sufficient funds I try to ignore them so my butt does not get broke.

Since I'm having tran problems...I want to get a 4L60E with overdrive if its possible to put one in these trucks. I miss overdrive lol.

I've had the tank for a LONG time. My compressor struggles sometimes, but overhaul it works solid. Gotta love still being able to get parts for it even though its 6 years old. I had the regulator go out on me a few months ago. $15 bucks to my door IIRC.

You sound about like me lol tons of stuff I want to do with my Blazer but I would need a pretty penny to afford everything.

Transmission is getting worse at not catching 3rd on the downshift. I'm thinking about draining 1/3 of the fluid and replacing with Lucas, but kind of nervous because whats left of my clutches is located in the fluid and I don't want to flush THAT part out as its what is allowing me to still drive. I can't afford a new transmission right now which is why I'm looking at the Lucas method til I can afford it.

woo. I think me and you are the only people with 2wd blazers on here. And i like your single out flowmaster. Thats what i have :)

The day I went mudding I came out of the trail and people just stared at my truck it was so covered. Little did they know that I was 2wd....you know as long as you take the trails smartly and have the proper tools...2wd or not you'll be fine as long as you know your limits. :)

Glad to see another 2wd being built to hit the trails. :)

exactly.... accept i tried to do this, and I got stuck. ended up sitting on my frame.

http://i281.photobucket.com/albums/k..._4128064_n.jpg

you and me both bud... i also need a good mig welder, i'm not really liking the arc method, a little too difficult since my lenses are so dark and i cant see lol... lookin good silver00lt

Replaced battery today, and looking to putting the truck in the shop to get a rebuilt transmission around mid-Feb. Whenever taxes come in. Getting 4200 back.

hey man what part of alabama are you from???

I live in a tiny town, Ranburne. But I work at ANAD for GDLS. That's Anniston Army Depot for General Dynamic Land Systems. I am a RESET Mechanic there.

i live in decatur which is a couple hours from ya

Nice you enjoying the snow? It's been 18 years since this part of Alabama has seen this amount and magnitude of snow.

yeah ill be playin in it for sure tomorrow morning, see what our southern trucks can do in the snow

I've already hit a patch of black ice and got sideways going down road. Luckily 10mph I was able to ride it out. I always drive in 2 and not above 20mph when there is snow or anything. It is sleeting again now, and so far work has not been called off.

Well finally got her back on the road. She'll need a new engine so thinking tax time dropping a Jasper in her.

i love 2wd. its fun for offroading in areas that aren't super deep and muddy.

why do you need a motor?

When radiator cracked...was stuck out in the middle of no where and had to run it hot for a half mile. Not holding oil pressure....has 150k on it. :) The oil pressure holds at 19psi instead of 40psi. But at least the rockers are not knocking everytime the engine cranks now. Whew

Sucks being the only ride I have now.

Updated first post.

Having ABS light come on, leaking rear tails, leaf springs making me want to replace them for a nice LEVEL look. had to replace cat. Back in Sept had to replace the engine as well.

Did you ever buy a new jasper? Hows it treating ya?

24 Feb 2012
 

Following done to it:

Alignment
UCA Bushings replaced
Tie rods
Rear Shocks
Rear brakes
Two new tires



Found out what needs replaced:
L/F Hub...again!
If problem persists with ABS then new ABS Module.

Yes, I did. I am loving it!

Yesterday replaced wheel hub assembly and took it back to get it swapped under warranty.

Whole process(excluding taking it back) took 20 mins...getting TOO good at these. Bad thing is two times same bearing is too many times under 12 months and 12k.