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06-24-2012, 10:15 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 6,115
Posted By chevygonzalez

It's a very short distance from the fuel filter...

It's a very short distance from the fuel filter to the engine. Be carefull not to break the oil pressure gage close by and if you remove the distributor in order to have some working space, don't...
06-24-2012, 09:54 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,213
Posted By chevygonzalez

Bart, don't go crazy changing the fuel pump and...

Bart, don't go crazy changing the fuel pump and all that stuff. Start with starting fluid in the throtle like Captain Hook suggested--it should start for a few seconds at least. The PCM or...
05-25-2012, 01:18 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 5,588
Posted By chevygonzalez

Question 4.3 Camshaft bearing removal & installation Tool.

I'm getting ready for Camshaft replacement job o my 99 blazer. I can handle the job but, the only mechanic tool I've never used is the camshaft removal and installation tool. Any links with videos...
05-25-2012, 01:09 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 8,147
Posted By chevygonzalez

Question 4.3 Camshaft and cam bearing replacemnt.

I'm experienced enough to tackle big jobs on my 1999 Blazer. The only tool I haven't used is the Cam Bearing Removal and Installation Tool. I would very much appreciate any links or videos showing...
05-25-2012, 12:58 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 8,147
Posted By chevygonzalez

Talking 4.3 Intake--Thanks for the many tips.

I finally found the intake unit in a scrap yard. Lucked out and for Just $86 foud the entire intake unit, computer, all doors and bumper moldings, with some interior parts. One man's trash is...
04-05-2012, 02:03 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,555
Posted By chevygonzalez

I'm under the impression that at around 274,000...

I'm under the impression that at around 274,000 miles it would be a good time to change the injector unit. I got one with this mileage and it was running fine untill I let it sit for weeks at a time...
04-05-2012, 01:43 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 7,472
Posted By chevygonzalez

Better change your oil and oil filter

After you fix the problem, don't forget that you had gasoline in the oil. The intake manifold has two parts. the top has that plastic assembly you can't miss seeing and the bottom section is...
04-05-2012, 01:07 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,817
Posted By chevygonzalez

Been there before. The first thing I'd do (I...

Been there before. The first thing I'd do (I didn't do it myself even with 30 years doing mech. work) is to spray starting fluid inside the throtle body. If the problem is strickly a fuel/injector...
01-01-2011, 02:53 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,271
Posted By chevygonzalez

It sounds like it could be the window washer...

It sounds like it could be the window washer fluid; this runs to the same area as another hose that is a vaccum that connects to the 'T' which connects with a vaccum hose coming from the passenger.
12-31-2010, 07:51 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 6,035
Posted By chevygonzalez

Sants, I'm sure that the antifreeze was also...

Sants, I'm sure that the antifreeze was also pumped with the oil into the lifters. Once you remove the intake manifold, make sure you blow the Lifters and Oil Chanel. Try to do the job ASAP so as...
12-19-2010, 10:10 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 112,841
Posted By chevygonzalez

From experience, I can tell you that it is much...

From experience, I can tell you that it is much smoother when the "Y" to exhaust manifold bolts are removed and the pipe/s dropped a little.
12-19-2010, 05:47 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,738
Posted By chevygonzalez

Tells us how you did it man! Which suggestions...

Tells us how you did it man! Which suggestions worked; tools that helped or didn't; what had to be moved out of the way. That's the idea of the forum. Glad you did it!
12-19-2010, 05:27 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,743
Posted By chevygonzalez

I'm concerned with the part where you said you...

I'm concerned with the part where you said you can smell the gasoline. How strong is the smell? It can be a sign of a leak which lowers your fuel pressure or a leak in the intake manifold. I'd like...
12-19-2010, 05:02 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,025
Posted By chevygonzalez

I'm with swartlkk. But, if the timing marks and...

I'm with swartlkk. But, if the timing marks and the gears are all right on, I'd consider checking for a fouled/bad spark plug. Man I feel your frustration, Year ago I had a volkswagen GTI and I had...
12-14-2010, 11:42 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,994
Posted By chevygonzalez

From looking at the intake/head cooling ports and...

From looking at the intake/head cooling ports and the rust, I'd say that that's not your only prolbem with the overheating. If the intake manifold gaskets are that bad, you mentioned there is oil...
12-14-2010, 11:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 716
Posted By chevygonzalez

www.transmissioncenter.com...

www.transmissioncenter.com (http://www.transmissioncenter.com) Read other postings from myself and other BF posters.
Guys and gals, it be nice if you folks give us an idea of the mileage on the...
12-14-2010, 11:07 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 5,452
Posted By chevygonzalez

www.transmissioncenter.com...

www.transmissioncenter.com (http://www.transmissioncenter.com) is a site that I've suggested in recent weeks. Remember that if it sounds too good to be true, then maybe it is. Unless your really know...
12-14-2010, 07:18 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,738
Posted By chevygonzalez

mattnew, see my response to "computernerd". He...

mattnew, see my response to "computernerd". He posted asimilar question. Did you loosen the bolts to the Exhaust manifold and "Y" pipe? Is the pan hitting or touching the "Y" pipe (exhaust pipe)?
12-14-2010, 12:28 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 921
Posted By chevygonzalez

Removing the cam ? on 99 Blazer

I finished--at least I thought--the 99 blaze 4.3 engine and it started. I'm my heart I knew the cam could be a problem as I didn't change it. Now I have to pull all the components to get to the...
12-14-2010, 12:03 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 15,517
Posted By chevygonzalez

Not so easy computernerd. I just did my 2000...

Not so easy computernerd. I just did my 2000 Blazer LT and I had read some instructions that sounded easy until I started the job. Be careful no to strip any of the pan bolts. This can happen on...
12-05-2010, 10:55 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,968
Posted By chevygonzalez

Frog, I would go ahead and put it together. I'm...

Frog, I would go ahead and put it together. I'm just about to finish a 1999 blazer and I wish it had the problem you have. I would take the other head off, do the valve seals on both. Use a new...
12-05-2010, 09:11 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,259
Posted By chevygonzalez

Blazin, here is a link that I am feeling: ...

Blazin, here is a link that I am feeling:

http://www.transmissioncenter.net/stock_master_rebuild_kits.htm
12-05-2010, 06:54 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 34,414
Posted By chevygonzalez

Need vacum diagram 1999 Blazer

I'm almost done with my project. I need the vacuum diagram to get that out of the way. It looks like I have one vac hose with no home. Learned not to break stuff like the map sensor and the oil...
12-02-2010, 01:40 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 25,277
Posted By chevygonzalez

Hi Nvidia78, I've been doing some research on...

Hi Nvidia78, I've been doing some research on rebuilding this tranny when I can get to it.
I found this web site: www.transmissioncenter.net/tools.htm (http://www.transmissioncenter.net/tools.htm)...
12-02-2010, 01:19 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,842
Posted By chevygonzalez

Swartlkk is right. You had stated: "...When I...

Swartlkk is right. You had stated:
"...When I had it apart to change the regulator the spider/hoses were full of black crap as was most of the lower intake. I cleaned everything before I put it...
11-30-2010, 12:34 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,610
Posted By chevygonzalez

I think that you may have been thrown off by the...

I think that you may have been thrown off by the 2 marks or line on the balancer. I have a 1999 blazer and i noticed that it has two lines or marks on the balancer, I believe that the second line...
11-29-2010, 12:36 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,398
Posted By chevygonzalez

Here are some links with helpful information: ...

Here are some links with helpful information:

http://www.gmtruckhq.com/?q=node/93

http://www.transmissioncenter.net/stock_master_rebuild_kits.htm
11-28-2010, 09:20 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 25,277
Posted By chevygonzalez

Thank you Nvidia78 and blazerpower. Nvidia78,...

Thank you Nvidia78 and blazerpower. Nvidia78, the Blazer is an LT model, it has
P N R D 3 2 1. All forward gears engage properly, except, for Reverse. I didn't notice if it has and an 'overdrive...
11-28-2010, 12:25 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,874
Posted By chevygonzalez

I had the same problem, it's a 15 mm bolt head I...

I had the same problem, it's a 15 mm bolt head I believe. I used a 6 point, 15mm, swivel socket combination. I needed the shortest one and it was still a bit too long to get it in position, so I...
11-28-2010, 12:12 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 25,277
Posted By chevygonzalez

2000 blazer, No reverse

This Blazer 4x4 with 270,000 miles was purchased with a tranny that won't go on reverse. Seller said it happened suddenly and it makes no noise when driving or put on reverse. Any idea on how to...
11-27-2010, 11:51 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,361
Posted By chevygonzalez

First, try taping the starter with a hammer...

First, try taping the starter with a hammer (don't smash it). Make sure that the wires to the starter are clean and in good condition and on tightly (careful not to pull too hard or twist and break...
11-27-2010, 11:17 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,862
Posted By chevygonzalez

For the flatbed towing again. Diablo the cables...

For the flatbed towing again. Diablo the cables are kind of short from factory. When you cut the wire, chances are it's not going to reach the battery. You mentioned that it's cold--that's when...
11-26-2010, 03:48 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 806
Posted By chevygonzalez

4.3 rebuild?

I purchased a semi-blown engine for parts, I used the parts I needed and have much of the engine and parts. The bearings and rings are bad--mileage is unknown. The piston bore still have the honing...
11-26-2010, 03:14 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,862
Posted By chevygonzalez

Diablo, if the battery terminals have acid...

Diablo, if the battery terminals have acid corrosion,use some soda or baking soda to clean it up. If you put a new battery in and don't clean the terminals, get ready to spend another $110. Check...
10-31-2010, 07:22 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 7,461
Posted By chevygonzalez

Main and Rod Bearings instruction picture.

I'm in the process of replacing a crankshaft on a 99 blazer 4.3. I have the new crank and matching bearings. I have the torgue spec . Can't find a book with specific instruction as to position of...
10-26-2010, 12:37 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 895
Posted By chevygonzalez

Rich, don't let me stop you--40 over is not much....

Rich, don't let me stop you--40 over is not much. B1 is right, "PCM reads the O2 sensors and corrects for any rich or lean condition." I didn't know that I had to run 3000 miles for PCU to...
10-22-2010, 10:41 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 552
Posted By chevygonzalez

The answers to all your car problems.

I'm from Connecticut and fixing cars is my hobby. I have a library card which I use to log on to my local library where I can get Auto Repair Manual information.
10-22-2010, 10:01 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,190
Posted By chevygonzalez

Even if you put a new oil pump, it's not gonna...

Even if you put a new oil pump, it's not gonna get rid of a knock which I believe is from the piston rod. In fact, Beware that you may have metal cotaminated oil and that can ruin the new oil pump....
10-22-2010, 09:47 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,190
Posted By chevygonzalez

Gibson, one thing to remember if you decide to...

Gibson, one thing to remember if you decide to get a new crank-kit is to make sure that all the metal chips are cleaned out of the oil system--blow all the oil cooling lines.
You won't know how bad...
10-22-2010, 09:23 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 895
Posted By chevygonzalez

Remember the computer!

Hi, Rich. If you manage to start the 4.3 you should always allow the engine some break in period, 500 miles is good. Remeber that these vehicles are already programmed to run according to the...
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