Yes, definitely a matter of opinion. Having owned and repaired both 1st and 2nd generation S-series trucks, I think I'd rather have the 2nd generation. Better motor (SCFI > CPI - in my opinion). Equivalent transmissions. Potentially a more problematic transfer case, but just about everything else is equivalent. Brakes got a lot better in the 2nd gens, especially when dual piston fronts and disc rear brakes came in.

 

I'm keeping the blazer!

Just figured out that a full gasket change from the heads up, milling the heads,
andto do a major tune-up, Tires, and anew driver andpass side mirror. Will cost me around $750-$800. So I will have a running car with new tires. My wife said she could deal with the insides the way they are as long as she has a car to drive.

So I'm trying to get a 90day loan for $1500 incase I need new heads. I will be able to pay it off with income taxes.

 

good to hear your keeping the blazer! good luck with the work. hope its back on the road soon!

 

this is very true, my mom has an o1 tahoe and it drves loose and accelerates really weird and hard.