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Forum: Engine & Transmission
02-10-2016, 01:14 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 389,802
Posted By sputtle

This is most likely your fuel pump. Go to...

This is most likely your fuel pump. Go to O'Reilly's and borrow one. Once connected, start the engine. Fuel pressure should reach 60 psi. The injectors do not operate, at least not reliably, under 55...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
04-25-2015, 05:21 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,015
Posted By sputtle

Finally got it fixed! Strangrock, thank you so...

Finally got it fixed! Strangrock, thank you so much, your explanation is eventually what allowed me to fix it. Mine broke right in the same spot. I drilled through and used a nail for support and JB...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
03-29-2015, 01:45 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,015
Posted By sputtle

Well I started working on this today. I don't...

Well I started working on this today. I don't know how the hell you got that screw out that's up against the firewall. I'm going to get a 5.5mm wrench and try that. And I can't seem to figure out how...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
02-06-2015, 03:03 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,291
Posted By sputtle

Right, I knew the hinges were welded. Luckily I...

Right, I knew the hinges were welded. Luckily I have a brother in law who is an ex mechanic turned welder. He doesn't know it yet, but he's taking care of the welding for me. Lol.

Now that I've...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
01-30-2015, 12:08 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,291
Posted By sputtle

I'll have to tear into this more to really know...

I'll have to tear into this more to really know for sure, too. I really do hate doing rewiring, but it's always worth it. I'm thinking I'll have to take a good look at the frame also. The nice thing...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
01-29-2015, 09:53 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,291
Posted By sputtle

That's good to know about the parts not always...

That's good to know about the parts not always matching up. I bought it as a replacement engine, transmission, drive train replacement (if needed) for a 2000 Jimmy. I assumed most or all things would...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
01-27-2015, 02:16 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,291
Posted By sputtle

Ok. My biggest worry was the computer was in some...

Ok. My biggest worry was the computer was in some kind of "crash detected" mode. Seems that is not the case?
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
01-27-2015, 02:02 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,291
Posted By sputtle

Is my blazer salvageable?

Last weekend I got a great deal on a parts truck for my Jimmy. It's a 95 Chevy blazer with only 124k miles on it. But it was in an accident. He said he was out mudding and ran into a tree. The driver...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
01-03-2015, 03:46 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,015
Posted By sputtle

That does make a lot of sense. I think I'll check...

That does make a lot of sense. I think I'll check that out first. I did hear a loud pop shortly before it stopped working, but I didn't think much of it. Thanks for all the info!
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
12-29-2014, 10:49 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,015
Posted By sputtle

heater vent control problem

I've read a few posts about the vacuum system controlling the air flow doors. I'll definitely start by checking over these systems. My issue is a little different than most. If I switch the knob to...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
12-18-2014, 02:44 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 389,802
Posted By sputtle

Yeah good idea. I went to O'Reilly's and checked...

Yeah good idea. I went to O'Reilly's and checked out the cost. Anyone else looking to do this can expect to spend $30-40 per sensor. 3 total, so about $110 plus transmission fluid. Pretty cheap fix...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
12-05-2014, 08:13 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 389,802
Posted By sputtle

Well sort of. The cruise control not working is...

Well sort of. The cruise control not working is what tipped me off to the problem. But the only time it doesn't work is when the TC isn't locking. The TC temp sensor makes sense. Is that easy to get...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
12-04-2014, 01:11 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,183
Posted By sputtle

Most likely a misfire. Get the codes read as...

Most likely a misfire. Get the codes read as marksoftball recommended. If the code confirms this, replace your spark plugs. Nevermind if they're still good, it's a cheap and easy fix and will never...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
12-03-2014, 02:44 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 389,802
Posted By sputtle

possible update to thread

This is in response to "Problem: No Torque Converter Control (TCC) lockup
Symptoms: Brake pedal switches improperly adjusted (always on), Torque Converter Control (TCC) solenoid failed (easy fix in...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
06-05-2014, 09:57 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,644
Posted By sputtle

This could probably help a lot of people. Any...

This could probably help a lot of people. Any chance you could snap a couple pictures and make a DIY?
Forum: Engine & Transmission
04-30-2014, 10:21 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 27,056
Posted By sputtle

Did you check your spark plugs? Not just for...

Did you check your spark plugs? Not just for spark but if they're fouled out. If they were, so much fuel could have passed through the engine that your CAT could be plugged up. And plugs are cheap...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
04-26-2014, 01:01 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 771
Posted By sputtle

I had a whole reply all typed out but after...

I had a whole reply all typed out but after reading your first post, I'm not exactly sure what's going wrong. Is your transmission struggling to shift into gears? Does the 4x4 HI and LO still work...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
04-25-2014, 10:58 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,644
Posted By sputtle

I have the same problem. I haven't been able to...

I have the same problem. I haven't been able to track down the problem yet, but the blinker/wiper/cc mechanism and wiring is my first suspect. They're troublesome in all GMs.

Edit: Troublesome may...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
04-23-2014, 02:13 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 771
Posted By sputtle

Get a transmission flush asap first. But sounds...

Get a transmission flush asap first. But sounds like that's only a bandaid for a bigger problem
Forum: Steering, Suspension & Drivetrain
04-22-2014, 12:01 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 772
Posted By sputtle

I've heard from multiple shops that our blazers...

I've heard from multiple shops that our blazers are quite weak when it comes to the front end. You might need some higher end parts to keep everything solid up front. Your experience with multiple...
Forum: Steering, Suspension & Drivetrain
04-22-2014, 11:49 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,747
Posted By sputtle

Have you checked for broken leaf springs in the...

Have you checked for broken leaf springs in the rear? You say your kids are in college so think of what can break. Think "Dukes of Hazard." Lol.
Forum: Engine & Transmission
04-22-2014, 11:46 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,788
Posted By sputtle

I think a 454 with a blower on it is your only...

I think a 454 with a blower on it is your only option.. XD
Forum: Engine & Transmission
04-22-2014, 11:43 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,224
Posted By sputtle

Sensors are also pretty cheap and easy. I've...

Sensors are also pretty cheap and easy. I've never replaced any on mine and it has 150k on it now. I'm going to replace the map sensor and a few others. Do one every month keeping cost low. Easy to...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
04-22-2014, 11:42 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,224
Posted By sputtle

I like where newguy is going. Do some general...

I like where newguy is going. Do some general maintenance on the vehicle and I'm sure you can get rid if the misfire. Cap and rotor is a good place to start, also do the spark plugs. If you haven't...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
04-21-2014, 11:53 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 596
Posted By sputtle

Did any fuel poor out when you removed the line?...

Did any fuel poor out when you removed the line? My first thought is something got lodged somewhere and you're going to have to track it down.
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
04-20-2014, 05:46 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 5,695
Posted By sputtle

The needle could just be stuck. This happened to...

The needle could just be stuck. This happened to me once after I pulled the cluster out one day. Pull that out and move it around until its resting on its pin or somewhere in the E - F range. If it's...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
04-20-2014, 05:43 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 611
Posted By sputtle

I agree. Do a relearn and it should get it...

I agree. Do a relearn and it should get it running. Have you tried using the PCM from the old vehicle?
Forum: Engine & Transmission
04-20-2014, 05:31 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 27,056
Posted By sputtle

Take it all back apart and clean out that number...

Take it all back apart and clean out that number 6 poppet nozzle. Most likely, you got some gunk in it when you put it back in.
Forum: Engine & Transmission
04-20-2014, 05:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,908
Posted By sputtle

This sounds like a text book fuel regular...

This sounds like a text book fuel regular problem. It's not putting enough fuel into the cylinders and instead shooting it all over inside your intake. Since this is about as messy as a fuel delivery...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
04-20-2014, 05:20 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,210
Posted By sputtle

This sounds like a vacuum or sensor problem. The...

This sounds like a vacuum or sensor problem. The vehicle is able to sense when you're giving it more gas and needs to downshift for more power. I think whatever this sensor is, is where your problem...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
04-20-2014, 04:46 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 10,728
Posted By sputtle

Solved. Once I got the intake taken apart, I...

Solved.

Once I got the intake taken apart, I removed all the poppet nozzles, set the fuel meter body back into place, reconnected the fuel lines and the fuel meter connector. Then made my gf come...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
04-20-2014, 01:37 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 10,728
Posted By sputtle

I just finished with the plugs. I replaced each...

I just finished with the plugs. I replaced each plug one at a time. Before it was replaced, I pulled the cable, put in a new plug then cranked the engine to verify spark. Then, I would remove the...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
04-19-2014, 08:01 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 10,728
Posted By sputtle

The mileage is 150k. The distributor cap, rotor,...

The mileage is 150k. The distributor cap, rotor, and gear were all changed about 4 years ago at about 125k miles. Along with plugs and wires. But I'm about to change all the plugs right now anyway....
Forum: Engine & Transmission
04-17-2014, 06:18 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 10,728
Posted By sputtle

2000 Blazer P0300 Random misfire code

So I have a 2000 Blazer as stated in the title with some issues. Everything started about 3 weeks ago. I drove it to Wal-Mart, got a few things and left. It started up fine. Got to work with no CEL,...
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