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Old Oct 20, 2006 | 01:39 PM
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I have a 1996 4x4 blazer. When I try to start it, it just turns & turns & it will get a spurt where is sounds like it's going to turn over & then it don't, it just goes back to turning. If I keep spraying starting fluid in it, it will eventually start & once it's started it runs like a champ, until I turn it off again. Any ideas?
 
Old Oct 20, 2006 | 01:42 PM
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this may sound low end, but maybe check the spark plugs and wires. also - is anything possibly clogging the air intake a little?
 
Old Oct 20, 2006 | 01:53 PM
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I will def. check. I am gonna put the battery charger on it here in a little bit & get a video of it trying to start, do you think that will help diagnose?
 
Old Oct 20, 2006 | 02:06 PM
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maybe - it would at least clearify any questions people might have about whats going on.
 
Old Oct 20, 2006 | 02:09 PM
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Yeah, if you don't know when the plugs/wires/cap/rotor were last changed, that is definitely a good place to start. Also, while you are at it, swap in a fresh fuel filter.
 
 
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