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Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
10-12-2014, 05:44 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,846
Posted By Ash

Could be alot of things, but the first step is to...

Could be alot of things, but the first step is to check for codes. Then start heading in that direction as far as diagnosing, but don't just start replacing parts without finding the exact problem.
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
03-30-2013, 06:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 876
Posted By Ash

Yeah... I've replaced the oil sending unit...

Yeah... I've replaced the oil sending unit twice.... once when it started leaking and another shortly after the rebuild because it was reading funny. This one seemed to have a short life for some...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
03-30-2013, 12:56 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 876
Posted By Ash

Thanks, but the components in the tank has...

Thanks, but the components in the tank has already been replaced when I had to replace the fuel pump not too long ago. I used delphi parts to insure I wouldn't have to go back in there too soon. The...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
03-30-2013, 11:52 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 876
Posted By Ash

Okay... was slated to take it to the shop this...

Okay... was slated to take it to the shop this morning, but I just can no longer trust these shops. At least not until I find someone who really knows the ins & outs of GM TBI. Anyways, going back to...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
03-29-2013, 07:53 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 876
Posted By Ash

I wish it was that simple to just take a loss,...

I wish it was that simple to just take a loss, but I'd hate to scrap it if it's something(s) simple. But finding out what's the problem seems to more of a headache than anything else.
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
03-29-2013, 07:43 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 876
Posted By Ash

Fix or Burn!!!

I've been having an ongoing problem... actually several problems that's driving me up the wall! It's a 91 4.3 TBI 4dr 4x4 with rebuilt engine and almost everything under the hood is new as I was/am...
Forum: Paint, Body, & Interior
12-25-2012, 10:02 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,722
Posted By Ash

If you want it quiet, you don't need to spend a...

If you want it quiet, you don't need to spend a ton of money into products like dynamat, fatmat, etc. You only need about 25-50% coverage actually. Those type of products only change the resonant...
Forum: Audio/Video Electronics
12-25-2012, 09:51 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,635
Posted By Ash

Lots of suggestions here and I'm replying rather...

Lots of suggestions here and I'm replying rather late, but having had numerous speakers in my 91 4 door 4x4 I can tell you now the best set up is 6.5" midwoofer in the front door (if you can),...
Forum: Steering, Suspension & Drivetrain
07-15-2011, 12:17 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,668
Posted By Ash

Yeah that's a good question about the "black...

Yeah that's a good question about the "black ball". That is very needed for some accessories I thought as it carries the reserve vacuum needed to operate them properly. You definitely should start...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
12-14-2010, 05:55 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,524
Posted By Ash

Problem still exists.... even after installing...

Problem still exists.... even after installing the heated O2. I'm really stumped on this one and am starting to think perhaps the intake gasket has gone bad. I do notice a slight loss of coolant...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
12-04-2010, 03:46 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 19,836
Posted By Ash

Check your park/neutral switch on the lower...

Check your park/neutral switch on the lower steering column. It can affect the IAC and EGR as it's used in that circuit.
Forum: Paint, Body, & Interior
12-02-2010, 06:29 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,766
Posted By Ash

The most effective remedy is to have someone...

The most effective remedy is to have someone drive your truck while you crawl around and pinpoint the source of the noise. Adding light pressure to panels to see if it stops will help to find...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
12-02-2010, 06:21 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 639
Posted By Ash

More than likely your O2 is bad. When was the...

More than likely your O2 is bad. When was the last time it was replaced? Be sure to use a quality sensor like an AC Delco, but stay away from Bosch.
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
12-01-2010, 04:24 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 988
Posted By Ash

I have a 91 and there isn't a cam sensor. If...

I have a 91 and there isn't a cam sensor. If the knock sensor has set a code again you may want to check the wiring related to that or the sensor itself. The codes in OBD1 are general clues and...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
12-01-2010, 03:57 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 19,836
Posted By Ash

Also a few things to check is wires and plugs....

Also a few things to check is wires and plugs. Had this happen to mines. Pop the hood at night with no light and look around the wires to see if there's arcing. A vacuum gauge hooked to a non...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
11-30-2010, 06:35 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 988
Posted By Ash

Similar year to mines.... The thing about OBD1 is...

Similar year to mines.... The thing about OBD1 is diagnostics, diagnostics, diagnostics. First try to pull any codes that will give clues as to what is going on. Second, do basic testing on...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
11-28-2010, 09:47 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,524
Posted By Ash

Exactly what I am thinking Swartlkk, I'm just a...

Exactly what I am thinking Swartlkk, I'm just a little scared that I am over analyzing or overlooking something. The funny thing is it's not throwing any codes what so ever, but I will try the...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
11-28-2010, 09:31 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,524
Posted By Ash

Unhappy Intriguing Idle Problem?

My 1991 S10 4x4 TBI seems to have the plague from you know where! I though I fixed this before, but something, somewhere I am missing. Using a laptop running windows aldl w/cable I am monitoring any...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
10-22-2010, 06:02 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,040
Posted By Ash

Okay nobody has answered this thread for obvious...

Okay nobody has answered this thread for obvious reasons that this may have already been covered. After much refurbishing to the body and interior I decided to work again on the motor today.
...
Forum: Tires and Wheels
08-27-2010, 07:05 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,275
Posted By Ash

On these trucks stance is everything! You can...

On these trucks stance is everything! You can google pics of blazers rolling on wheels sized from 15" to 22". Only seen a few that didn't look too good and most that didn't were on 20's and up....
Forum: Lowering Tech
08-16-2010, 04:45 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 14,859
Posted By Ash

Same here..... I've seen some 2wd's but either...

Same here..... I've seen some 2wd's but either they're not letting go of them or the truck is not worth the work. Plenty of 2nd gens, but I'm particularly fond of 1st gens.

I've only seen a...
Forum: Lowering Tech
08-13-2010, 05:31 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 14,859
Posted By Ash

Nice stance on both trucks. I'm really digging...

Nice stance on both trucks. I'm really digging the S10! Beautiful! That's pretty much the same color scheme I want on mines. Can't make up my mind on wheels though. Shying away from chrome, but not...
Forum: Lowering Tech
08-11-2010, 11:41 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 14,859
Posted By Ash

That's true! The Awd and short wheel base does...

That's true! The Awd and short wheel base does have quite an advantage. Still with me being a somewhat spirited driver, lowering the front so far has made a difference I can definitely tell. I...
Forum: Lowering Tech
08-10-2010, 07:38 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 14,859
Posted By Ash

I've done quite a bit of research on vette wheels...

I've done quite a bit of research on vette wheels so I don't mind sharing. Not sure which style wheel you are looking for, but these may fit the description you mentioned.

...
Forum: Lowering Tech
08-10-2010, 03:49 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 14,859
Posted By Ash

"i still don't understand why all you guys with...

"i still don't understand why all you guys with 4WD trucks want to lower them."

Typhoon owners know... It's the handling. I don't plan on using mines off road nor do I like the ugly stance it...
Forum: Lowering Tech
08-09-2010, 07:58 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 14,859
Posted By Ash

Well at least that's the advantage of 4wd... easy...

Well at least that's the advantage of 4wd... easy drops and lifts. Got to be a happy medium somewhere..... stock height?! LOL
Forum: General Chat
08-09-2010, 07:19 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,634
Posted By Ash

There's plenty of wheels with 6" backspacing or...

There's plenty of wheels with 6" backspacing or very close to it. But depending on what you are trying to do, sticking to the same exact backspace may not be a good idea. Anytime you go with a wider...
Forum: Lowering Tech
08-09-2010, 07:58 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 14,859
Posted By Ash

LOL... Well I'd be lying if I said I didn't have...

LOL... Well I'd be lying if I said I didn't have a hard time choosing which way to go. If I lifted it, I'd want something different than some Cragar Softs. I like the sport/muscle look so that...
Forum: Lowering Tech
08-08-2010, 08:20 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 14,859
Posted By Ash

Dang... wish I could get that kind of drop just...

Dang... wish I could get that kind of drop just backing out the bolts. 2nd gens from what I've researched get more than 1st gens using that method. Having a 1st, I have to get a set of keys to get...
Forum: Lowering Tech
08-08-2010, 02:22 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 14,859
Posted By Ash

Looks good so far. Vette wheels have the best...

Looks good so far. Vette wheels have the best fitment for S10 4x4's. Check out Oewheelsllc.com. They're replicas but will save you a lot of money and have plenty options in 17's and 18's. Shipping...
Forum: Lowering Tech
08-08-2010, 02:09 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,068
Posted By Ash

2wd or 4wd? That makes a big difference in how...

2wd or 4wd? That makes a big difference in how low you can go and cost. 2wd can go lower but costs more to drop and involves more work. There are several forums you can search on that specialize in...
Forum: Tires and Wheels
08-07-2010, 08:17 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 4,243
Posted By Ash

Welcome to the world of aggravation! The problem...

Welcome to the world of aggravation! The problem with S10 4x4's is the odd offset. Though it is similar to fwd offsets, it is a bit higher than normal. Not sure what a 2nd gen offset is, but 1st gen...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
09-09-2009, 05:18 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,040
Posted By Ash

Driving home from work today all was fine until...

Driving home from work today all was fine until about halfway (approximately 4-6 miles) coming to a stop I apply brakes and the engine immediately starts to stumble as if it was going to shutoff. I...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
09-07-2009, 10:18 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,040
Posted By Ash

Idle Problems

I have a 1991 4x4 TBI with a rebuilt engine and plenty of new components under the hood. Also new fuel pump and sock. During cold starts it takes what seems like a bit of cranking than normal, but...
Forum: Tires and Wheels
01-05-2009, 03:25 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 591
Posted By Ash

RE: questions about runnin 20"

Depends on how much you want to lower it. Stock height you can get away with 255/45-20. With a slight drop you will have to run 255/35-20. Any lower then you have to use irregular size tires (less...
Forum: Tires and Wheels
10-17-2008, 10:24 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,931
Posted By Ash

RE: camaro rims on a 2003 blazer 4x4?

First make sure the wheels you want have the correct offset so they won't cause any front end issues. As you step up in rim size from the stock 15 inch, you will have to lower the wall size of the...
Forum: Tires and Wheels
10-07-2008, 09:16 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 611
Posted By Ash

RE: Need spacer help ASAP!

Yeah post up them pics so we can see how it turned out. Glad to be of help...
Forum: Tires and Wheels
09-29-2008, 04:01 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 954
Posted By Ash

RE: Vette Wheel Need Spacers?

Ok people, I've found the info I need. It was a PITA for there wasn't much help out there, but I will share the wealth anyways in hope no one else will have to go through what I went through!

...
Forum: Tires and Wheels
09-28-2008, 08:09 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 611
Posted By Ash

RE: Need spacer help ASAP!

As far as the 2wd goes there is a plethora of info when using vette wheels. I should know for I am trying to do the same thing but with 4wd. 2-2.5 sounds about right considering 2wd sits in 2 inches...
Forum: Tires and Wheels
09-28-2008, 10:08 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 954
Posted By Ash

RE: Vette Wheel Need Spacers?

Okay... Ive been doing some research and looking at other wheel options. I even checked out going to 20's, but I cant seem to get over the rubber band look on this truck. Not to mention I do plan on...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
09-28-2008, 09:53 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 676
Posted By Ash

RE: 2 wheel drive rims alloy

Quite sure the bolt pattern is the same, but offset is where you are really going to hurt. 4WD rims have an offset around +35mm because of the axles. This means they will sit too far in and cause...
Forum: Tires and Wheels
09-22-2008, 03:49 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,010
Posted By Ash

RE: What size tire to fill up wheel well

I'm no expert and I am running into similar problems figuring out how to fill up the wells without going down on the ground. Those tires look pretty good on those rims and if you're going to do a 3...
Forum: Tires and Wheels
09-21-2008, 03:00 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 954
Posted By Ash

RE: Vette Wheel Need Spacers?

I'm a little confused with that statement... Shouldn't a 2 inch spacer require longer studs than a 1 inch, likewise with the 1.5 and .5 inch? Are you talking about adapters? The ones that already...
Forum: Tires and Wheels
09-21-2008, 07:48 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 954
Posted By Ash

Vette Wheel Need Spacers?

I finally picked out the wheel/tire combo I want to run on my 91 4dr 4x4. I think it will help clean up it's looks a lot. They are 18" x 8.5 with 56mm offset and will be wrapped with 255/55-18's. I...
Forum: General Chat
09-18-2008, 04:03 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,165
Posted By Ash

RE: Stance & Tire Suggestions

That biased advise is pretty old & tired. Everyone has their own tastes and should be respected for wanting to be individual. Besides, I'm not doing a "drop". I want to simply lower it an inch or two...
Forum: General Chat
09-14-2008, 08:21 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,165
Posted By Ash

RE: Stance & Tire Suggestions

Hmmm... Interesting point there Wolfpack. I thought at one time the rear leafs may be weak, but at the same time when I bought the truck it had timberlines on it. Wasn't sure if the keys had been...
Forum: General Chat
09-14-2008, 02:37 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,165
Posted By Ash

RE: Stance & Tire Suggestions

Well, maybe it's because his stance is still higher in the front than the back,the lack of fender flares, or from that angle it looks like the bars on his wheel extend past the rest of the wheel &...
Forum: General Chat
09-14-2008, 12:39 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,165
Posted By Ash

Stance & Tire Suggestions

What's up guys! I'm kinda new here so please be patient with me. Although I've been following quite a bit of posts here for a while, I haven't asked but a few questions since almost everything I...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
12-09-2007, 10:47 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,119
Posted By Ash

RE: Intermittent Stutter

Also forgot to memtion that this isn't all the time, some days it won't even happen?!!! There is a slight rough idle at times too and a small bit of surging, but not to the point that you will think...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
12-09-2007, 10:02 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,119
Posted By Ash

Intermittent Stutter

Hey fellas!! I've been viewing the boards here for some time gathering info on ways to improve my 91 4dr 4x4 tbi. She's got about 160,000 and still runs strong without any mechanical probs. The only...
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