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12-01-2011, 01:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 15,936
Posted By Fivspeed

Hey Easy, could you give me a little more detail...

Hey Easy, could you give me a little more detail on the hose that mentioned. I've been underneath the Blazer before but never noticed anything loose, but I'd like to double check the hose that you...
08-31-2011, 11:53 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 34,570
Posted By Fivspeed

I'm happy to have two mechanically inclined...

I'm happy to have two mechanically inclined people bouncing ideas off of each other about a problem very similiar to mine. I don't mind at all.

I haven't had a chance to do much with it, nor am...
08-27-2011, 01:03 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 34,570
Posted By Fivspeed

Here are some readings taken live during a 30...

Here are some readings taken live during a 30 minute highway drive. I included a range of values and a range of the most commonly seen values where I thought appropriate.

ECT 194

STFT B1&2...
08-25-2011, 12:37 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 34,570
Posted By Fivspeed

Quick update. Bought a scan tool. Plugged it in...

Quick update. Bought a scan tool. Plugged it in and got these readings:
(Figure I better write these down before I accidently erase them.)

P0171 & P0174 (Lean bank 1 & 2)

Fuel Sys 1 ...
08-17-2011, 11:39 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,617
Posted By Fivspeed

Clear Codes For Inspection

The state I live in requires an annual inspection (visual, not emissions) and I have a check engine light on for running lean. I plan to continue to search for the problem but I'm overdue for my...
08-10-2011, 11:33 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 747
Posted By Fivspeed

A can of A/C dye should pinpoint the problem...

A can of A/C dye should pinpoint the problem pretty quickly.
07-15-2011, 03:13 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 12,570
Posted By Fivspeed

I'll give you a spot to check, standing in front...

I'll give you a spot to check, standing in front of the truck with the hood open look at the A/C compressor, you might find some dye on the back half. Do you have an oil/mess under the compressor on...
07-14-2011, 12:44 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 725
Posted By Fivspeed

I should also add that there are the four bolts...

I should also add that there are the four bolts holding the compressor to the support bracket that need to come out. I left my compressor hooked up to the A/C lines and sat it out of the way, then...
07-06-2011, 11:36 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,413
Posted By Fivspeed

Any update DHopson?

Any update DHopson?
06-23-2011, 02:14 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 34,570
Posted By Fivspeed

Regarding the intake, the light has gone off...

Regarding the intake, the light has gone off since sealing that leak, but it use to go on and off before I sealed it. It also still bogs when backing out of my level driveway when you first start it...
06-23-2011, 12:05 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 34,570
Posted By Fivspeed

No, no concerning engine noises. A little more...

No, no concerning engine noises. A little more engine vibration can be seen that what I remember from before, but otherwise sounds good.




When you say GM doesn't specify fuel pressure...
06-20-2011, 11:31 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 34,570
Posted By Fivspeed

The fuel system diagnosis suggests to add a...

The fuel system diagnosis suggests to add a special tool to isolate the fuel pump or pinch the return line to test the pressure of the fuel pump. The fuel pressure tester I borrowed does not have...
06-18-2011, 07:06 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 34,570
Posted By Fivspeed

P0171 & P0174 Lean - Both Banks. Have Fuel PSI #'s Need Advice

I have a check engine light on for P0171 and P0174 (lean-both banks). The light comes and goes. This started happening after replacing my intake manifold gaskets and fuel pressure regulator(BWI?...
06-17-2011, 11:22 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 952
Posted By Fivspeed

Hope you don't have my sort of luck. My radiator...

Hope you don't have my sort of luck. My radiator was cracked on the drivers side front, a couple inches down from the top AND my intake manifold gasket was leaking as well, drivers side front...hard...
04-09-2011, 05:56 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 6,732
Posted By Fivspeed

When I replaced my pitman arm i purchased the...

When I replaced my pitman arm i purchased the cheapest pitman arm Advance Auto had, "OE Brand". After the replacement my steering wheel was about 90 degrees to the right. Others on this board said...
09-24-2009, 01:20 PM
Replies: 128
Views: 18,210
Posted By Fivspeed

Being in park would prohibit your wheels from...

Being in park would prohibit your wheels from turning, try neutral. While I've never replaced a rear wheel bearing on a rear wheel drive vehicle or removed a C-clip for that matter, you may be able...
03-12-2009, 12:19 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,509
Posted By Fivspeed

Computernerd, you're not alone. I too have...

Computernerd, you're not alone. I too have accidentally shifted to 2nd from a dead stop and noticed the same thing, noticably reduced acceleration. I never drove more than 10 feet in second gear...
03-07-2009, 06:42 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 14,402
Posted By Fivspeed

Update: Finally got around to fixing my...

Update:

Finally got around to fixing my issue with the newly replaced pitman arm causing my steering wheel to be off center 90*. Turned out the pitman arm was defective! FYI, the defective...
03-04-2009, 11:44 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,235
Posted By Fivspeed

I believe if you put the end of the brake fluid...

I believe if you put the end of the brake fluid hose up in the air after you disconnect it, there wouldn't be any way for air to go down into the hose and you'd only need to bleed that hose. Think...
03-04-2009, 11:36 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 813
Posted By Fivspeed

The gas guage is a common problem. Mine reads...

The gas guage is a common problem. Mine reads fine as long as the tank is at least half full. After that, it bounces all over the place. The fuel level sender is in the tank and is part of the...
02-11-2009, 11:09 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,117
Posted By Fivspeed

RE: How do I identify my gearset in my front differential?

The front ratio will be the same as the rear ratio. Inside your glove box you should see a long list of three character codes (RPO codes). If you search this website or the internet in general, you...
Forum: General Chat
02-05-2009, 02:08 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,161
Posted By Fivspeed

RE: Seafoam

Cleans so good I put a little in my morning coffee tokeep me regular. Leaves smoke in the bowl though.
02-05-2009, 11:30 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,401
Posted By Fivspeed

RE: Daylight Sensing lights & keyless entry wont work

But you're going to have to do that procedure every single time you start it. I need to get off my butt and see if there's a permanent solution somewhere on this board.
01-05-2009, 04:31 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,094
Posted By Fivspeed

RE: Fuel pump and Sending Unit Trouble

I was wondered what sort of kinky sh*t Swart was into...
01-05-2009, 04:24 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 10,423
Posted By Fivspeed

RE: Sold with no emergency brakes. Legal?

VA requires an annual safety inspection. You would fail for lack of emergency brakes...and they do check. They take every opportunity to make money during an inspection. Its only $16, so they try to...
Forum: General Chat
12-24-2008, 09:51 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,289
Posted By Fivspeed

RE: Blazer owners opinions please!

Umm...what happens to it if you don't take it?
12-24-2008, 09:47 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 623
Posted By Fivspeed

RE: Axel/U-joint question

I'd leave removing the diff cover until your certain the noise is coming from there. I'd put the rear end on jack stands, block the front wheels and maybe have someone sit inside the truck (for...
12-24-2008, 09:36 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 14,402
Posted By Fivspeed

RE: Replaced Pitman Arm, now steering is off center

The pitman arm has four flat grooves that are evenly spacedthat only allow it to be mounted to the steering box 1 of 4 ways (90 degree spacing)...like 3,6,9 and 12 on a clock. Either pitman arm was...
12-22-2008, 12:51 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 14,402
Posted By Fivspeed

RE: Replaced Pitman Arm, now steering is off center

Update: Took it in for the alignment and was told it couldn't be done as is, because the steering wheel is off too far (90 degrees to the right)to be adjusted with the tie rods. Apparently, there...
12-20-2008, 07:30 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 14,402
Posted By Fivspeed

RE: Replaced Pitman Arm, now steering is off center

Whew!!! That makes mefeel a LOT better coming from one of the most knowledgable/helpful people here.
12-20-2008, 07:06 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 14,402
Posted By Fivspeed

Replaced Pitman Arm, now steering is off center

I replaced the pitman arm because the Blazer pulled to the right slightly and there was slop in the steering that I figured I would need to reduce before a quality alignment could be done. Well,...
12-19-2008, 10:23 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,694
Posted By Fivspeed

RE: 2005 4WD - ABS pump/relay?

Thanks for posting back with the result!
12-19-2008, 10:20 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 942
Posted By Fivspeed

RE: Gradual MPG loss

Other areas to check arebrake calipers, wheel bearings, or a bad wheel alignment. Brake calipers can go bad and stick, and a wheel bearing going bad can drag as well. Those would be easy to check by...
12-17-2008, 11:43 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,663
Posted By Fivspeed

RE: 1997 Jerking no check light

No, this sounds more like an engine issue unless you have slipping transmission which you would have mentioned by now if you did.

Speaking of engine problems, what sort of problems did your...
12-16-2008, 02:23 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 630
Posted By Fivspeed

RE: hose will not budge!

If you're attempting this repair, you're probably pretty good with tools, but just in an effort to be helpful, if you can get to this bolt with a 5-point socket, verses a 10point socket or open end...
12-16-2008, 11:55 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,354
Posted By Fivspeed

RE: rough idle and misfire at 30mph

Does it run fine every morning? Doyou only have problems after driving it for awhile?

When you found the loose spark plug wire, was it after the truck had sat for awhile? Same question with the...
12-05-2008, 12:27 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,234
Posted By Fivspeed

RE: performance chip

You can get the speed ratingoff of your tiresand then go to a tire website like Tirerack.com and check.
12-04-2008, 11:38 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,324
Posted By Fivspeed

RE: Nothing Happens With Key Turned

Wanted to second Dodgelover 2003, sounds more like a bad connectionthan a bad battery.
12-03-2008, 01:40 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,000
Posted By Fivspeed

RE: Possible Fuel Pump Issue-1999 4wd

Ahh..yes, looked right past that part. [sm=smiley18.gif]
12-03-2008, 11:23 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,000
Posted By Fivspeed

RE: Possible Fuel Pump Issue-1999 4wd

Dacor, what leads you to believe its the fuel pump?
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