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Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
01-09-2013, 05:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 8,695
Posted By workshop4ever

to directly quote my other thread.... "This...

to directly quote my other thread....

"This sounds like the IGN/GAU fuse. This fuse controls the alternator charging, o2 sensor, transmission (with fuse blown, it forces 3rd gear. Awful for...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
12-21-2012, 05:13 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,624
Posted By workshop4ever

Try unplugging the pump and replacing the fuse....

Try unplugging the pump and replacing the fuse. If the fuse still blows, you have a short somewhere in the wiring leading to the pump. If the fuse stays good while the pump is unplugged you most...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
12-10-2012, 09:52 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 11,258
Posted By workshop4ever

I agree that you'll be fine with a small trailer...

I agree that you'll be fine with a small trailer like the one you mentioned.

I believe the capacity is a little lower than what ohsofly mentioned though, most of the hitch manufacturers only rate...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
12-10-2012, 09:38 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 9,856
Posted By workshop4ever

I had a similar problem... twice... both were...

I had a similar problem... twice... both were separate issues.

1st time) Was super cold outside, and my best guess was crappy fuel that froze in the lines. Started up once it warmed up. How cold...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
12-10-2012, 09:35 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,063
Posted By workshop4ever

The blender door could be getting stuck (instead...

The blender door could be getting stuck (instead of going full heat it may be stuck at a mix of hot/cold). I only suggest this because you say the heater core is very warm... that means its likely a...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
11-22-2012, 10:31 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,776
Posted By workshop4ever

This may seem like a dumb question.... but have...

This may seem like a dumb question.... but have you checked the terminals are tight in the battery? I had a car that would randomly stall at times and found that one of the terminals was stripped and...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
10-15-2012, 04:19 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 17,970
Posted By workshop4ever

just realized this was a resurrected old...

just realized this was a resurrected old thread....one of two of them....
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
10-15-2012, 04:18 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 17,970
Posted By workshop4ever

to quote my other thread.... "This sounds...

to quote my other thread....


"This sounds like the IGN/GAU fuse. This fuse controls the alternator charging, o2 sensor, transmission (with fuse blown, it forces 3rd gear. Awful for starting from...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
10-15-2012, 04:15 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,061
Posted By workshop4ever

Most likely a vacuum line disconnected/broken....

Most likely a vacuum line disconnected/broken. Verify you get vacuum in 4x4 at the actuator located under the battery tray. If not, check the 4-way splitter near the distributor to ensure everything...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
09-29-2012, 07:45 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,660
Posted By workshop4ever

Either is possible. Typically when it is starting...

Either is possible. Typically when it is starting to fail it will begin to make noise. Usually the pump will make some noise, but when failing it will get louder and much more noticeable. If you...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
09-17-2012, 07:40 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,740
Posted By workshop4ever

I could be wrong, but I was under the impression...

I could be wrong, but I was under the impression there is only one brake line to the rear of the truck? It reaches the rear diff and splits to go left/right from there. This is certainly true on my...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
09-16-2012, 09:42 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,740
Posted By workshop4ever

I believe you may have luck finding pre-bent...

I believe you may have luck finding pre-bent lines at LMCtruck. I'm not sure, but I know they had the remote oil-filter lines in stock when I needed to replace them. Leads to an easier day of repair...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
09-16-2012, 09:34 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 11,086
Posted By workshop4ever

This sounds like the IGN/GAU fuse. This fuse...

This sounds like the IGN/GAU fuse. This fuse controls the alternator charging, o2 sensor, transmission (with fuse blown, it forces 3rd gear. Awful for starting from a stop and high revs at highway...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
09-12-2012, 08:12 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,478
Posted By workshop4ever

yes. the actuator is supposed to move a...

yes. the actuator is supposed to move a noticeable amount. There shouldn't be 2 for cruise. One of them is cruise, one of them is probably your actuator for the front diff. If I recall correctly, it...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
09-11-2012, 03:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 734
Posted By workshop4ever

Could also be the fuel regulator. If it is stuck...

Could also be the fuel regulator. If it is stuck you could be seeing some high pressures in the injectors, leading to rich mixtures and crappy mileage.

You are certainly correct about the other...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
09-11-2012, 03:45 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,002
Posted By workshop4ever

I could be wrong here, but wouldn't a high fuel...

I could be wrong here, but wouldn't a high fuel trim number mean NOT ENOUGH fuel?
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
09-11-2012, 03:39 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,478
Posted By workshop4ever

The 4-way split should be just to the passenger...

The 4-way split should be just to the passenger side of the distributor.
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
09-11-2012, 03:38 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,478
Posted By workshop4ever

This is most likely a vacuum issue. Out of the...

This is most likely a vacuum issue. Out of the back of the motor is a short vac line that runs to a 4-way splitter. One of those runs to the front diff. The t-case will still switch without it hooked...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
09-05-2012, 06:36 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,363
Posted By workshop4ever

Just want to verify.... - Have you checked...

Just want to verify....

- Have you checked to see that you are not leaking fluid?

- Have you bled all of the air from the system?
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
09-05-2012, 06:17 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,936
Posted By workshop4ever

Certainly could be crappy gas, among other...

Certainly could be crappy gas, among other things. If it were me I'd drain the gas out of it and put fresh gas in just to be sure. If you can't drain it, I would run it through like he said. Put some...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
08-31-2012, 03:37 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 662
Posted By workshop4ever

I can barely understand your message, but from...

I can barely understand your message, but from what I do understand your trans is slipping.

If so, I would start by checking the levels. If the fluid level is fine, or if there is any burnt smell...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
08-31-2012, 03:33 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 31,152
Posted By workshop4ever

I had a problem with the 4-pin connector that...

I had a problem with the 4-pin connector that leads to the blower motor. If you trace the wiring towards the blower motor, just as it passes the engine block on the passenger side there is a...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
08-23-2012, 02:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,571
Posted By workshop4ever

+1. sounds like you are having a voltage/ground...

+1. sounds like you are having a voltage/ground issue at the wipers.
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
08-17-2012, 06:01 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,064
Posted By workshop4ever

My selector is adjustable from under the car, not...

My selector is adjustable from under the car, not in the trim. If you look under the driver's side you should see a lever that is attached to the selector arm linkage. You can loosen the nut, push...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
07-30-2012, 07:17 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 587
Posted By workshop4ever

You should be able to see the bolts coming out...

You should be able to see the bolts coming out the other side of the mount, and contacting the torsion bar key. They are pretty long, but I don't know how much you can lower the car with them. I used...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
07-27-2012, 10:25 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,899
Posted By workshop4ever

I apologize, my answer was based on the 4.3,...

I apologize, my answer was based on the 4.3, which has the filter on the frame rail under the rear door. I did not realize it was different with the other motors.
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
07-21-2012, 06:13 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,899
Posted By workshop4ever

I would have to ask why....? Wouldn't it be...

I would have to ask why....? Wouldn't it be easier to remove the old filter and install a new one?

You will want to use 3/8" steel fuel line (from your local parts store) and a few fittings....
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
07-16-2012, 08:27 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,633
Posted By workshop4ever

bad EGR or MAP could cause similar results,...

bad EGR or MAP could cause similar results, certainly worth a look. To check the timing you will need a timing light, then just do a search on the forum... there's a how-to on here some place.

As...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
07-10-2012, 06:28 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,633
Posted By workshop4ever

Have you checked the timing? Or checked for good...

Have you checked the timing? Or checked for good spark out of the coil?
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
06-28-2012, 07:23 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,508
Posted By workshop4ever

Sounds good. You should be able to just set a...

Sounds good. You should be able to just set a timing light up and look for the marks. If the timing is right, you have no advance. If the timing is wrong... then your advance is working like it...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
06-28-2012, 07:19 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,652
Posted By workshop4ever

Also yes. Mine came with two keys. And the...

Also yes. Mine came with two keys.

And the previous owner replaced the tailgate lock at some point, with the wrong keyed lock. Now I have three keys.
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
06-25-2012, 05:39 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,508
Posted By workshop4ever

Typically extra exhaust pressure (from something...

Typically extra exhaust pressure (from something like a clogged cat) will make the exhaust red hot when you run it up a hill. Keep in mind that other things can do this too (like running lean), but...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
06-17-2012, 11:52 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 4,391
Posted By workshop4ever

Linkage could be off just enough to cause these...

Linkage could be off just enough to cause these issues, but low/burnt fluid can cause this as well. I would start by changing the fluid and fixing the linkage.
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
06-13-2012, 04:34 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 6,820
Posted By workshop4ever

That fuse also runs the Alternator Charging...

That fuse also runs the Alternator Charging System and Oxygen sensors. A few possibilities are:

1) O2 sensors are off, so its running rough at idle due to the unknown AFR

2) Since the charging...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
04-30-2012, 09:10 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 10,425
Posted By workshop4ever

I had a similar problem this weekend out on the...

I had a similar problem this weekend out on the trails, and it turned out to be a fuse. I'd double check the fuses and use a volt meter to make sure you have voltage on both sides of each fuse (the...
Forum: Off Roading
04-29-2012, 08:04 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 883
Posted By workshop4ever

Rausch Creek 4/29/12

Took another trip to Rausch Creek today in the S10. Had a real blast, even had the water come over the hood in one of the mud pits. 19 miles of trail, with lots of technical sections. Didn't get any...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
04-26-2012, 06:12 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 985
Posted By workshop4ever

$84 plus shipping from RockAuto. Includes filter.

$84 plus shipping from RockAuto. Includes filter.
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
04-25-2012, 05:38 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 985
Posted By workshop4ever

It's not impossible, but there are a few options....

It's not impossible, but there are a few options.

1) Buy the replacement line from LMC or RockAuto. They come as a set, with the both the supply and return lines from the tank to about the filter....
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
04-23-2012, 06:06 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 918
Posted By workshop4ever

+1 on airtex pumps needing to be replaced. Mine...

+1 on airtex pumps needing to be replaced. Mine lasted about 9 months before it failed, replaced with a Delphi after that....

Glad you got it back up and running!
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
04-19-2012, 06:28 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 7,395
Posted By workshop4ever

Should be fine double clamping it, but if you...

Should be fine double clamping it, but if you really want to get crazy... two options:

1) Buy replacement line. This is available from LMC (I used them for mine) and I beleive RockAuto.

2) Make...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
04-19-2012, 02:08 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 13,452
Posted By workshop4ever

No flaring tool is needed. I'm not sure why the...

No flaring tool is needed. I'm not sure why the second side of the line is flared, but all the repair kits are like that. Mine included. You have to cut the second flare (the one without the...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
04-19-2012, 02:00 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 7,395
Posted By workshop4ever

start spraying the fuel line fittings now with PB...

start spraying the fuel line fittings now with PB blaster or equivalent. I know you have a new sender, but it's always easier if the parts come apart rather then breaking them....
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
04-09-2012, 07:02 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 13,452
Posted By workshop4ever

Amazon.com: Dorman 800-156 Fuel Line Repair Kit:...

Amazon.com: Dorman 800-156 Fuel Line Repair Kit: Automotive (http://www.amazon.com/Dorman-800-156-Fuel-Line-Repair/dp/B0002JMCRS)

This is a better illustration of what comes in the Dorman repair...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
04-09-2012, 06:57 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 13,452
Posted By workshop4ever

Compression fittings are just fine for your...

Compression fittings are just fine for your repair, as the pressure isn't higher than the rating of the average brass compression fitting. In fact, the rock auto "fuel line repair kit" will come with...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
04-08-2012, 08:26 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,524
Posted By workshop4ever

Disregard my post, just read that you replaced...

Disregard my post, just read that you replaced the ignition parts.....
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
04-02-2012, 03:47 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,748
Posted By workshop4ever

hmm... interesting. No bug shield here, so I...

hmm... interesting. No bug shield here, so I can't use that as an option....but at least you found the cause of yours!
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
03-30-2012, 05:11 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,012
Posted By workshop4ever

First check the ground that hangs off of the left...

First check the ground that hangs off of the left side of the tailgate to make sure your system is getting a good ground. If it is, move on to the following:

You most likely need a new solenoid,...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
03-30-2012, 05:08 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,748
Posted By workshop4ever

Mine does the same thing, hasn't been an issue...

Mine does the same thing, hasn't been an issue yet. Probably moves 1-1/2 to 2 inches up and down when doing 75.

Then again, my fender is falling off the car...so maybe something in the hood area...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
03-27-2012, 05:57 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 11,432
Posted By workshop4ever

142,000 miles, only 1 spider replacement (3 years...

142,000 miles, only 1 spider replacement (3 years ago) and other odds and ends that would break on any 18 year old car.... Sure, it's not new.... but for how old and beat it is I'm happy enough.
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