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Forum: General Chat
10-29-2015, 10:58 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 439
Posted By Charles Hines

I use my 2001 Jimmy to pull a 24' car hauler out...

I use my 2001 Jimmy to pull a 24' car hauler out to the lake during winter.It usually has 2 sleds and a 4 wheeler inside and is finished inside with a generator,microwave and a bunch of parts and...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
06-10-2015, 10:33 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 650
Posted By Charles Hines

On pickups,it's easier to remove the bed.For us...

On pickups,it's easier to remove the bed.For us 2nd gen owners it's either drop the tank or cut the access panel.
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
05-08-2015, 05:02 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,673
Posted By Charles Hines

I disabled mine after getting some really hard...

I disabled mine after getting some really hard pushback on the brake pedal for no apparent reason.I unplugged the electrical to the module and taped over the led in the dash cluster.Brakes work...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
04-27-2015, 09:22 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,027
Posted By Charles Hines

Yes I removed the upper plenum as well as the...

Yes I removed the upper plenum as well as the spider assembly before cleaning,I wanted to replace all the seals anyways.
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
04-24-2015, 05:29 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,027
Posted By Charles Hines

When I did my intake gaskets,I stripped the...

When I did my intake gaskets,I stripped the intake,cleaned it with some degreaser and a pressure washer and then beadblasted it.Looks brand new with coat of aluminum cast paint.The gunk can be...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
04-10-2015, 08:59 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,192
Posted By Charles Hines

No,you have to add the fluid into the fill tube.

No,you have to add the fluid into the fill tube.
Forum: Engine & Transmission
04-09-2015, 07:37 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,192
Posted By Charles Hines

I change my trans fluid the way the OP discribed...

I change my trans fluid the way the OP discribed and it works great.You add trans fluid a quart at a time as the fluid is pumped out.Have 3 empty gallon jugs ready when you start.Just shut the key...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
04-09-2015, 09:49 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,910
Posted By Charles Hines

Easiest way is to line up the second mark on the...

Easiest way is to line up the second mark on the damper with the notch on the timing chain cover with the old dist in place.The rotor will be pointing right st the molded in "6" on the distributor...
Forum: The Lounge
04-04-2015, 09:43 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 21,582
Posted By Charles Hines

I use a long cold chisel using the corner of the...

I use a long cold chisel using the corner of the cutting edge on the outside of the flat (about 1/4" from the edge) and give it a few hard whacks with a hammer.It loosens the nut really...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
03-31-2015, 08:43 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 11,908
Posted By Charles Hines

I'll be getting the hardware as soon as I decide...

I'll be getting the hardware as soon as I decide what I want (son is an IT wiz and i need to talk with him first) as well as the GM upgrade.I'll be in touch.Thanks again.
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
03-30-2015, 08:08 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 11,908
Posted By Charles Hines

Thank you so much for your advice.I'll be getting...

Thank you so much for your advice.I'll be getting the software asap.
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
03-29-2015, 09:30 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 11,908
Posted By Charles Hines

I messed with this thing for about a week,on and...

I messed with this thing for about a week,on and off and found that the TCCM was sending a signal to shift the encoder motor,but the motor could not move.I took the motor cover off of the...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
03-27-2015, 09:03 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 11,908
Posted By Charles Hines

Wow...I'm glad I asked.Yes it appears that I'm...

Wow...I'm glad I asked.Yes it appears that I'm back to fixing the NP8,the problem i got to with the current setup was that the brake in the encoder motor was not releasing to allow the motor to...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
03-26-2015, 10:10 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 11,908
Posted By Charles Hines

NP8 to NP1 case swap?

I have a 99 Blazer with a NP8 transfer case.The 4wd has been very iffy at best,works sometimes,sometimes not.I have replaced the TCCM and the encoder motor twice and just want to change out the TC to...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
04-21-2013, 06:30 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 35,473
Posted By Charles Hines

I spray mine underneath with wiredry.Solved the...

I spray mine underneath with wiredry.Solved the moisture problem.
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
04-21-2013, 06:27 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 2,776
Posted By Charles Hines

Sloshing water sound...

Turn the corner either way and I'm hearing water sloshing...I traced it to the 2 rear rubber duckbill drains for both rear quarters.Pulled them right out and found both packed with debris.Out came...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
04-12-2013, 08:48 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,291
Posted By Charles Hines

I was throwing the MAF sensor out there because...

I was throwing the MAF sensor out there because it it extremely hard to pin an intermittent problem down.When the engine quits without a hard code,it's mainly guesswork.Mine would restart after a...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
04-11-2013, 06:39 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,291
Posted By Charles Hines

Had one that did the same thing,stall and not...

Had one that did the same thing,stall and not restart,but no code.Ended up being the MAS airflow sensor intermittently going bonkers. Replaced with a cheapie from ebay and no probs since.
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
03-10-2013, 09:40 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,583
Posted By Charles Hines

Blend door actuator comes to mind.

Blend door actuator comes to mind.
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
03-10-2013, 09:35 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 698
Posted By Charles Hines

Just unplugging the brake won't work,you have to...

Just unplugging the brake won't work,you have to take the brake off the motor because the brake is locked until it gets the signal from the tccm.So if the tccm isn't sending the signal,the brake is...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
03-02-2013, 05:31 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 698
Posted By Charles Hines

The encoder motor has a plastic cover on it. I...

The encoder motor has a plastic cover on it. I removed the plastic cover and on the end of the motor is an electric brake mechanism.It gets released when the tccm sends a signal to it when it calls...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
03-01-2013, 07:11 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 698
Posted By Charles Hines

I had the same issues with my 4wd and traced the...

I had the same issues with my 4wd and traced the problem to the encoder brake not releasing when the encoder tried to shift.I suppose the tccm was to blame,but it did the same thing with a...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
03-01-2013, 07:02 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 977
Posted By Charles Hines

Personally,i can't say anything bad about the 3...

Personally,i can't say anything bad about the 3 sets of front bearing packs I bought for my Blazer,Jimmy and Envoy off fleabay.All were around $55 for the pair with free shipping. Over a year and no...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
02-04-2013, 08:41 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,384
Posted By Charles Hines

The computer uses the last stored data from the...

The computer uses the last stored data from the maf if it's disconnected,so the engine will probably run ok, but not right under all conditions.
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
01-31-2013, 08:14 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 3,988
Posted By Charles Hines

Disconnect the electrical connections underneath...

Disconnect the electrical connections underneath the antilock module in the engine compartment.This will disable the antilock portion of the brakes and allow you to brake without the system pushing...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
01-24-2013, 03:38 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 657
Posted By Charles Hines

Make sure the calipers are on the right sides...

Make sure the calipers are on the right sides (bleed screws up) and that the new gaskets are on correctly first,I used a vacuum pump on mine (mitey vac) because the lines had drained while I had the...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
01-24-2013, 03:33 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,017
Posted By Charles Hines

Drill a 1/8" hole in the thermostat plate.This...

Drill a 1/8" hole in the thermostat plate.This will allow the air to purge in the system and result in a better regulation of the coolant temp.
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
01-24-2013, 03:30 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,209
Posted By Charles Hines

Could be stagnant water in the housing due to a...

Could be stagnant water in the housing due to a plugged drain pipe.The drain is on the outside of the firewall and will look like a black rubber hose with a duckbill end.Cleared mine and water...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
01-24-2013, 03:24 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,561
Posted By Charles Hines

The abs systems on our older blazers and jimmys...

The abs systems on our older blazers and jimmys are very prone to problems.They push back on the pedal at just the wrong time for no real reason.You can spend big bucks having the system diagnosed...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
01-22-2013, 09:38 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 6,824
Posted By Charles Hines

The 4 button with the auto 4 wd option (NP236)...

The 4 button with the auto 4 wd option (NP236) can be shifted into N at the transfer case.Hold 2 buttons in at the same time for a few seconds and you have N.
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
01-21-2013, 08:37 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,145
Posted By Charles Hines

Probably unrelated,but if the light goes out...

Probably unrelated,but if the light goes out after re-attaching it,maybe. The ABS light and related ABS issues are usually related to speed sensors wearing out.The front hub bearings are the speed...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
01-20-2013, 02:21 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,501
Posted By Charles Hines

+1 on replacing all the rear parts.caliper,pads...

+1 on replacing all the rear parts.caliper,pads and rotors.Did that yesterday on my 99 Blazer.Parts are cheap.My calipers were lifetime warranty,so they were a swap,rotors $32 each and pads $22.About...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
01-20-2013, 02:15 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,145
Posted By Charles Hines

Engine to chassis ground cable.Clean the mounting...

Engine to chassis ground cable.Clean the mounting surfaces and reattach it with a bigger metal screw.Yes,you need it.
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
01-19-2013, 04:37 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,233
Posted By Charles Hines

Fuel pump is inside the tank.The pump and level...

Fuel pump is inside the tank.The pump and level sensor are all one piece.It's a DIY job,if you are handy.Use AC Delco parts.The battery issue probably isn't directly related to the pump,but there is...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
01-17-2013, 11:10 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,819
Posted By Charles Hines

Pretty simple to diagnose.Charge the battery...

Pretty simple to diagnose.Charge the battery first.Attach a volt meter to the battery,note the volts and start it.If they come up to 14 or so,the alternator is working.The battery terminals are prone...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
01-09-2013, 08:46 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 806
Posted By Charles Hines

Could go with a one wire alternator ( just one...

Could go with a one wire alternator ( just one charging wire to the + batt term),or get the bad diodes in the one you have now replaced.
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
01-03-2013, 08:48 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,039
Posted By Charles Hines

pry up the sill moulding and remove the kick...

pry up the sill moulding and remove the kick panel.3 10mm nuts hold the TCCM on.Disconnect the 2 connectors and inspect the multi pin connectors.Looking for any green corrosion,missing pins etc. May...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
01-03-2013, 08:45 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 12,098
Posted By Charles Hines

When my gas mileage plummeted,a locking gas cap...

When my gas mileage plummeted,a locking gas cap brought it back up.Damn neighbor was siphoning some once a week.
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
01-02-2013, 09:28 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,039
Posted By Charles Hines

First thing to do is to inspect and clean all the...

First thing to do is to inspect and clean all the connections on the TCCM located under the passenger kickpanel.That is the most common cause of problems as the wiring corrodes from moisture.Look for...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
12-25-2012, 09:01 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,679
Posted By Charles Hines

Replace the MAF sensor.I just chased the same...

Replace the MAF sensor.I just chased the same problem on my son's 3.8 Buick and it was an intermittent problem with the MAF. Had to have a pro with a real time scanner watch the MAF until it acted...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
12-25-2012, 08:57 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 13,865
Posted By Charles Hines

All the recent GM's have the same thing.Use a...

All the recent GM's have the same thing.Use a 1/4" extension and turn the valve 1/4 turn only and it works fine.
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
12-24-2012, 08:07 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,679
Posted By Charles Hines

There is a main electrical connection under the...

There is a main electrical connection under the battery tray,a large fuse.I had a corrosion problem on one of my Blazers and after cleaning the connections,everything worked better.Had a problem with...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
12-23-2012, 04:18 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,679
Posted By Charles Hines

There are vents on the base of the distributor...

There are vents on the base of the distributor that are known to get clogged shut resulting in moisture under the cap. Clean out the vents and spray under the cap with something like STP wire drier.
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
11-10-2012, 09:20 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 567
Posted By Charles Hines

Typical 4wd problems-solutions?

So after trying several things to solve my 4wd issues (replaced the TCCM,encoder motor,vacuum lines etc) I have traced the root problem to the encoder motor electric brake not releasing.There are two...
Forum: General Chat
11-05-2012, 08:48 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,726
Posted By Charles Hines

2 right now,(99 Blazer and a 01 Jimmy),but I have...

2 right now,(99 Blazer and a 01 Jimmy),but I have had 4 others in the past.(84 K5,89 S10,94S10 ZR2 pickup and a 90 S10 Blazer).
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
11-05-2012, 07:43 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 451
Posted By Charles Hines

Encoder ???

I bought a known good (used) encoder motor with a gasket for $80.Question,can I plug it in and hit the 2wd hi button to orient the encoder to the right position before installing?
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
11-03-2012, 09:35 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,467
Posted By Charles Hines

OK so it sounds like my plan is a no go because...

OK so it sounds like my plan is a no go because the encoder motor must be activating the clutch inside the tc that actually directs power to the front driveshaft instead of just spinning it to speed...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
11-03-2012, 08:24 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,467
Posted By Charles Hines

It's a 99 Blazer with the 4 button dash switch.So...

It's a 99 Blazer with the 4 button dash switch.So if what you say is in fact the way it works,what engages the TC to get 4wd? I have another S10 with the same setup that actually works (yeah,I tried...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
11-02-2012, 08:59 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,467
Posted By Charles Hines

I was told that on my model, that the front...

I was told that on my model, that the front driveshaft is always engaged in hi range 2wd or 4wd and that the only thing different when shifting to 4wd is that the front axle vacuum switch engages the...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
10-31-2012, 03:55 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,467
Posted By Charles Hines

Fed up with transfer case problems...

So I removed the encoder motor TCM module and left the transfer case in high range.Modified the firewall mounted vacuum module with a dash mounted illuminated switch.Now if I need 4wd I can just flip...
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