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Forum: Steering, Suspension & Drivetrain
09-17-2013, 01:24 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 30,217
Posted By scubacamper

Tech @ the shop stated axles look good. My...

Tech @ the shop stated axles look good. My "clunk" only happens maybe once or twice in a turn - almost as if something is "seating". Also, the steering is a little stiff and the vehicle steering...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
09-10-2013, 12:16 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,021
Posted By scubacamper

Oops, forgot to mention this very important part:...

Oops, forgot to mention this very important part: They added 1 quart of tranny fluid - it was low....
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
09-10-2013, 10:33 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,021
Posted By scubacamper

Great new ladies & gents. it appears my...

Great new ladies & gents.

it appears my issue has been fixed and here's what I did:

At the same time as my "lock-up" issue, I was having issues with my shift indicator & mileage lights...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
08-22-2013, 08:46 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,021
Posted By scubacamper

I'm not even sure if this makes sense; hopefully...

I'm not even sure if this makes sense; hopefully one of you experts can weigh-in.

I've continued having the lock-up issue. There are a few gas stations here in town that sell "100% gas" (from...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
07-06-2013, 11:27 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,021
Posted By scubacamper

dropping the tranny pan - does that require more...

dropping the tranny pan - does that require more than just draining & removing the pan bolts?
Forum: Steering, Suspension & Drivetrain
07-06-2013, 01:11 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,029
Posted By scubacamper

no, I really haven't found the time. I'm...

no, I really haven't found the time. I'm beginning to think it's just a Chevy thing - loose engineering and sub-par design.
Forum: Lighting & Electrical
05-20-2013, 11:24 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,075
Posted By scubacamper

Excellent PettyFog - thanks for the link!!

Excellent PettyFog - thanks for the link!!
Forum: Lighting & Electrical
05-20-2013, 11:08 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 10,829
Posted By scubacamper

When replacing the cluster, does the mileage...

When replacing the cluster, does the mileage change? In other words, is the mileage stored in the computer or in the cluster?
My '99 4x4 has the same problem - whenever I bang on the dash, the...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
05-02-2013, 07:39 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,251
Posted By scubacamper

Definitely not - the sound was coming from the...

Definitely not - the sound was coming from the wheelwells.

By the way, I'm not sure if it's related and I've posted in another feed but, I'm also getting a pop when turning hard to the left,...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
05-01-2013, 10:16 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,251
Posted By scubacamper

see, that's what I was thinking...(wheel...

see, that's what I was thinking...(wheel bearings). Brakes doesn't really explain it when it's limited to only happening while turning...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
05-01-2013, 09:27 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,251
Posted By scubacamper

It truly sounded like the warning indicator on...

It truly sounded like the warning indicator on the brakes but then it went away after a while. In addition, the screeching only occurred when turning the wheel, and not necessarily during...
Forum: Steering, Suspension & Drivetrain
05-01-2013, 09:25 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 30,217
Posted By scubacamper

I've not done CV's on the Blazer yet - are they...

I've not done CV's on the Blazer yet - are they similar to those on a sedan?
Forum: Steering, Suspension & Drivetrain
05-01-2013, 12:13 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 30,217
Posted By scubacamper

The clunking in my '99 LS 4x4 happens when I turn...

The clunking in my '99 LS 4x4 happens when I turn to the left or right and it's only 1-3 clunks each time. Just noticed it today. Has my half-shaft gone bad?
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
05-01-2013, 12:10 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,251
Posted By scubacamper

screetching while turning

1999 blazer 2-door 4wd ls (4.3)

This past weekend, I was coming down a mountain (brakes were a bit hot). I had the windows down and everytime I turned to the left, the left front wheel gave a...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
02-22-2013, 12:35 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 78,188
Posted By scubacamper

Cutting the airbox is certainly NOT the proper...

Cutting the airbox is certainly NOT the proper way to replace this part. Will it work? probably, but it will likely affect your air-flow, not to mention looking horrible & backyard engineered. If...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
02-18-2013, 03:46 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,021
Posted By scubacamper

Sorry, I must have left that part out - it seems...

Sorry, I must have left that part out - it seems to be exacerbated with the cruise control, but regularly occurs when driving down the highway.

At 60mph with my foot barely on the gas, just to...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
02-15-2013, 10:03 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 16,450
Posted By scubacamper

Capt: I haven't had a chance to either...

Capt:

I haven't had a chance to either pick up a rad cap, or burp the system but yesterday I gave it hell and did not hear the "flushing" sound in my heater core - did it burp itself?
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
02-15-2013, 09:51 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,021
Posted By scubacamper

Cruise Control causing RPM bounce

Anytime I set my cruise control, the RPM's bounce up and down. It seems like the motor doesn't know which gear it wants to be in.

So far, I have replaced the TPS, cleaned the MAF, PCV Valve is...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
02-11-2013, 03:53 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 5,577
Posted By scubacamper

Any ideas? I replaced the TPS and got...

Any ideas?

I replaced the TPS and got slighty better performance, but still have the fluctuation of the throttle as previously mentioned...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
02-08-2013, 11:19 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 608
Posted By scubacamper

Faulty gas cap? Is it throwing a CEL code?

Faulty gas cap? Is it throwing a CEL code?
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
02-08-2013, 11:17 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 557
Posted By scubacamper

Have you checked your blend-door actuator?...

Have you checked your blend-door actuator? (should be behind the glove box). if this is bad, I find it unlikely it had anything to do with a body-lift...just coincidental.
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
02-08-2013, 11:14 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,008
Posted By scubacamper

A couple things to check: When mounting the...

A couple things to check:
When mounting the tire, did the technician get a considerable amount of liquid inside the tire (soapy water is generally used to lubricate the bead so it will slide down...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
02-08-2013, 10:54 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 979
Posted By scubacamper

Is there a possibility that foreign objects could...

Is there a possibility that foreign objects could have gotten into the brake fluid reservoir?
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
02-08-2013, 10:51 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,321
Posted By scubacamper

I don't know about your 1st issue but the spongey...

I don't know about your 1st issue but the spongey feel is likely air in your brake lines. If your calipers are good and you don't have a leak anywhere, go through the bleeding process to push the...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
02-08-2013, 10:47 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,963
Posted By scubacamper

A couple things may be the culprit: Vehicle...

A couple things may be the culprit:
Vehicle Speed Sensor
Throttle position sensor
I'm sure there are other possibilities too, but the VSP would be a good place to start.
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
02-08-2013, 10:40 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 824
Posted By scubacamper

Sounds like it could be a combination of...

Sounds like it could be a combination of problems. Blend door and perhaps another actuator/valve, such as the mode valve.

Either way, it looks like you're going to have to remove the dash board...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
02-08-2013, 10:35 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,435
Posted By scubacamper

try rockauto.com they've got quite a good...

try rockauto.com they've got quite a good selection.
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
02-07-2013, 04:04 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 16,450
Posted By scubacamper

In the meantime, I thought I would mention this: ...

In the meantime, I thought I would mention this: The valve that I replaced plugged into a lever. These are separate parts. To detach the valve from the lever, pull very hard. To install new...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
02-06-2013, 03:34 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 16,450
Posted By scubacamper

Standard cap or Lev-R Vent cap? Thanks so...

Standard cap or Lev-R Vent cap?

Thanks so much for that tip - I will definitely give that a try.


Also, I love your "signature".
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
02-06-2013, 02:52 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 16,450
Posted By scubacamper

Capt: Indeed it does, hot air at my feet now!...

Capt: Indeed it does, hot air at my feet now! yippy! :)

One thing I noticed (both before & after the job) is when I (as we say down south) "get on it" (aka, accelerate aggresively), I can hear...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
02-06-2013, 08:55 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 16,450
Posted By scubacamper

It only took about 14 hours of labor and many...

It only took about 14 hours of labor and many questionable choice words at higher-than-normal volumes, scratched & cut up hands & arms, and a sore body, but it's done. You're right - the box needs...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
02-06-2013, 08:35 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 12,098
Posted By scubacamper

According to Edmunds, 1999 blazers are supposed...

According to Edmunds, 1999 blazers are supposed to get 15 city/ 21 highway...I'm not sure if that applies to other years, but I thought I was having problems too, and it turns out I'm getting 14.5...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
02-04-2013, 01:04 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 16,450
Posted By scubacamper

Thank you for the tips, I have picked up a heater...

Thank you for the tips, I have picked up a heater core in addition to the heater door (valve).
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
02-04-2013, 05:14 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 16,450
Posted By scubacamper

What is the process in that step, do you know? ...

What is the process in that step, do you know? Will I have to rip half the engine out to do so?
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
02-03-2013, 08:54 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 16,450
Posted By scubacamper

I pulled the dash completely out and found the...

I pulled the dash completely out and found the culprit - a broken heater door (actuator with blue & red vacuum lines connects to it). My only issue now is how to get the broken portion out; does it...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
02-03-2013, 07:16 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 16,450
Posted By scubacamper

Well, I've got the dash leaned forward (finally),...

Well, I've got the dash leaned forward (finally), but it hasn't afforded me any additional room than I had before. I've removed the suspected actuator & then read that it's likely not the actuator...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
02-03-2013, 02:55 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 16,450
Posted By scubacamper

Exclamation I've got this same problem. When I select...

I've got this same problem. When I select "feet", I only get a breeze out of the defrost. All other modes work fine.

I evaluated unit 15 in the diagram and it appears to work properly. I...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
02-02-2013, 10:53 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 5,577
Posted By scubacamper

throttle issue

I continue to have the hopping up and down of the tachometer when the motor is "locked down" (5th gear?), and when I barely have my foot on the gas - it's almost as if the motor doesn't know which...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
02-01-2013, 07:05 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,064
Posted By scubacamper

Funny you mention that - I just noticed it right...

Funny you mention that - I just noticed it right after I took those photos...

Thanks for your help. Are those usually secured somewhere, like the one by the dipstick?
Forum: Engine & Transmission
01-31-2013, 08:09 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,064
Posted By scubacamper

Question What is this hose?

I was rooting around my engine compartment, giving it a once-over and noticed this random hose beneath the air intake box. It appears to be some sort of plugged hose.
It looks like it goes down to...
Forum: Lighting & Electrical
01-31-2013, 07:13 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 519
Posted By scubacamper

What is this and where is it supposed to go?? (Pics)

While rooting around inspecting my motor, I came across this terminal end and I have no idea what it is or where it should be connected. Could this be just an auxiliary cable to ground the fuse box?...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
01-31-2013, 11:26 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 5,577
Posted By scubacamper

Other thread

I have found some suggestions via this thread:
https://blazerforum.com/forum/2nd-gen-s-series-1995-2005-tech-41/poor-gas-mileage-23431/
Forum: Engine & Transmission
01-29-2013, 10:42 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 5,577
Posted By scubacamper

Gas mileage plummets - do I have a bad TPS?

My gas mileage does not appear to be what it should be. After driving 40 miles on full tank, the gauge shows 3/4ths full. At 18mpg, in a 19-gallon tank (2dr model), I should get somewhere around 342...
Forum: New Member Area
01-25-2013, 08:02 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 414
Posted By scubacamper

Thanks for the welcome wagon! :) I'm also a...

Thanks for the welcome wagon! :)

I'm also a member of an Infiniti forum (for my I30). On their forum, they have service manuals available (various sections of the OEM manual) for members. Does...
Forum: Lighting & Electrical
01-25-2013, 07:58 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 714
Posted By scubacamper

bumped

bumped
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
01-24-2013, 08:42 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 12,098
Posted By scubacamper

Could it be possible that your 4wd is not...

Could it be possible that your 4wd is not disengaging? (assuming you do most of your hwy driving in 2wd).
Forum: Steering, Suspension & Drivetrain
01-23-2013, 02:32 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,029
Posted By scubacamper

Thanks for the tips! I'll let you know what I...

Thanks for the tips! I'll let you know what I discover...that is, when I find the time!
Forum: New Member Area
01-23-2013, 12:31 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 414
Posted By scubacamper

New blazer owner/member

I'm the proud new owner of a 99 blazer LS. I'm pleased to have this resource available to me and look forward to corresponding with you all.

Thanks,
Chip
Chattanooga, TN
Forum: Lighting & Electrical
01-23-2013, 12:29 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 714
Posted By scubacamper

99 2-door rear window button bad?

I'm the proud new owner of a '99 2-dr blazer LS. I've noticed that the keyfob remote & push-button switch on the dash will pop the rear window, but the push-button switch on the tailgate does not...
Forum: Steering, Suspension & Drivetrain
01-23-2013, 12:25 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,029
Posted By scubacamper

99 Blazer Steering Loose - problem?

I'm a new blazer owner as of last week, coming from an old Honda Accord.

The first thing I've noticed is the steering has a LOT of play in it - to the tune of about 35-40 degrees of rotation...
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