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Forum: Engine & Transmission
08-09-2010, 10:25 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 7,786
Posted By vatoDETH

Distributor Rotor Removal

I have a 1994 S10 Blazer with a 4.3L V6 CPFI (W engine code).

I am trying to finish up my tuneup. I have the distributor cap off and I am trying to remove the rotor. It is very corroded and needs...
Forum: Steering, Suspension & Drivetrain
12-05-2009, 12:56 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 39,666
Posted By vatoDETH

I located the vacuum operated 4WD actuator, but...

I located the vacuum operated 4WD actuator, but have not tested it out yet. The weather is too nasty to work out there! I don't have a garage.

I will check all that our soon though First Gen......
Forum: Steering, Suspension & Drivetrain
12-05-2009, 10:29 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 39,666
Posted By vatoDETH

Okay, I got my vehicle out of the snow drift this...

Okay, I got my vehicle out of the snow drift this morning! LOL! It still fells like there is no 4WD!

After I got out of the snow drift, I played with the 4LO switch and could hear the electronic...
Forum: Steering, Suspension & Drivetrain
12-04-2009, 09:05 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 39,666
Posted By vatoDETH

After a bit of research I'm starting to think...

After a bit of research I'm starting to think it's the vaccum controlled engagement system. But is it normal for the indicator lights to stay on, even if the 4WD is not engaging?
Forum: Steering, Suspension & Drivetrain
12-04-2009, 08:51 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 39,666
Posted By vatoDETH

4WD Not Engaging

First crazy snow storm of the year and I'm pretty sure my 4WD is not engaging. Last weekend was an ice storm and I didn't think it was working during that storm too, but figured it was just too icy....
Forum: Engine & Transmission
09-26-2009, 12:26 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 44,469
Posted By vatoDETH

Yes, you only do a few liters at a time,...

Yes, you only do a few liters at a time, replacing it between intervals.

The shop doing this is a one man show. His shop rates are about 60% of other shops, so he doesn't have a lot of high tech...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
09-26-2009, 11:30 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 44,469
Posted By vatoDETH

Yes, I did remove the Cross Member. Both Haynes...

Yes, I did remove the Cross Member. Both Haynes and Chilton manuals said to do that.

I was thinking of installing a drain plug, but I found a better way to flush the transmission fluid. You...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
09-20-2009, 03:27 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 44,469
Posted By vatoDETH

Jack the transmission tail where the cross-member...

Jack the transmission tail where the cross-member was and the pan slides out! There are no transmission bolts or anything to remove. I already had the filter popped out and down, so I'm not sure if...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
09-20-2009, 01:21 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 44,469
Posted By vatoDETH

The heater core wasn't too bad. It still was a...

The heater core wasn't too bad. It still was a pain, but I found a wicked step by step guide.

http://www.sytyarchives.com/howto/viewarticle.php?article_name=heater_core.php&dir=climate_controls
...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
09-20-2009, 12:30 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 44,469
Posted By vatoDETH

I am new to fixing and repairing vehicles....

I am new to fixing and repairing vehicles. Without turning this into a GM bashing thread, I must say there have been a few bad designs on this vehicle that I have come across.

I have a mechanical...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
09-19-2009, 11:50 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 44,469
Posted By vatoDETH

I found my answer. Although the owner's manual...

I found my answer. Although the owner's manual suggests frequent transmission filter/fluid changes, the vehicle is not designed to be easily serviceable.
...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
09-19-2009, 09:04 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 44,469
Posted By vatoDETH

I got a trouble light down under there and...

I got a trouble light down under there and closely looked at the situation. I am pretty sure that I only cracked something minor. I still can't figure out how to get the pan out.

Removing the...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
09-19-2009, 08:22 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 44,469
Posted By vatoDETH

Okay, I tried prying a bit to get it out. Then I...

Okay, I tried prying a bit to get it out. Then I heard a crack. I am assuming I only cracked the transmission filter. I don't know, because I can't see anything, because they have this pan mounted so...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
09-19-2009, 07:42 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 44,469
Posted By vatoDETH

I have a 1994 S10 Blazer Tahoe LT. It is a 4x4...

I have a 1994 S10 Blazer Tahoe LT. It is a 4x4 with the 4.3L (W-Engine code/CPI).

I removed the cross member and loosened the transmission pan. I still can't get the transmission pan out from the...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
12-26-2008, 12:04 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,154
Posted By vatoDETH

RE: Rhythmic Idling Power Surge

I started up my truck and the check engine light did not go on. I let it idle for about 30 minutes. It was doing the same thing.

I got in the truck and drove around the block. The valve must...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
12-26-2008, 11:19 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,154
Posted By vatoDETH

RE: Rhythmic Idling Power Surge

Good idea. I will see if the valve is not sealed and cleanable. If it is, I will order a brand new one online at a good price.
Forum: Engine & Transmission
12-26-2008, 10:42 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,154
Posted By vatoDETH

RE: Rhythmic Idling Power Surge

I have an Engine Code 32: EGR Valve (Exhaust Gas Recycling).

The power surges are the exact symptoms described in my S10 Manuals. It doesn't look too hard to change out, but it is an expensive...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
12-26-2008, 01:00 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,154
Posted By vatoDETH

Rhythmic Idling Power Surge

My engine started idling a little odd. Soon the CHECK ENGINE light came on. When I was coasting the engine would idle high and lag, idle high andlag. It would give a surge of acceleration and then...
Forum: Steering, Suspension & Drivetrain
12-22-2008, 03:22 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 9,572
Posted By vatoDETH

RE: Reinstalling Stabilizer / Sway Bar

I think the problem was that the stabilizer bar was bent. I remember the bar springing off the end caps when I released them from the control arms. Also one of the stabilizer to frame mounts was...
Forum: Steering, Suspension & Drivetrain
12-21-2008, 02:10 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 9,572
Posted By vatoDETH

RE: Reinstalling Stabilizer / Sway Bar

Yes, I did grease the bushings. I forgot to at first, but then I read the instructions and greased them up.

My bar ends do not bend forward. They bend upward or downward depending on the...
Forum: Steering, Suspension & Drivetrain
12-20-2008, 10:11 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,217
Posted By vatoDETH

RE: Ball joints and tie rods

Hey can you take a look at your stabilizer bar and let know if the ends curl up? I am damn sure that they curl up. I am putting mine back on and I am not 100% sure on the orientation.

Here is my...
Forum: Steering, Suspension & Drivetrain
12-20-2008, 10:09 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,217
Posted By vatoDETH

RE: Ball joints and tie rods

Sure! Take some pictures or whatever and throw up a guide.
Forum: Steering, Suspension & Drivetrain
12-20-2008, 10:04 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 775
Posted By vatoDETH

RE: Ctrl am bushings

I did my entier front end on my 1994 S10 Blazer4x4. If you have 4WD it will be fair amount of work. You will have to get the torsion bars out an they are tight.

You have to disconnect the upper...
Forum: Steering, Suspension & Drivetrain
12-20-2008, 09:53 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,392
Posted By vatoDETH

RE: pitman arm on '84 S10

On my 1994 S10 Blazer 4x4 4.3L VORTEC (W Engine Code) there is a cross member in the way. I had to tip out the radiator, engine fan and maybe some other stuff to get at the steering box. I had to...
Forum: Steering, Suspension & Drivetrain
12-20-2008, 09:30 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 9,572
Posted By vatoDETH

Reinstalling Stabilizer / Sway Bar

I am almost done redoing the entire front end of my 1994 S10 Blazer 4x4 4WD 4.3L Vortec (W Engine Code). I am an oil and gas field service tech. I get sent out of town to work all of the time, so it...
Forum: Suspension Tech
12-20-2008, 09:28 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 932
Posted By vatoDETH

Reinstalling Stabilizer / Sway Bar

Oops! I didn't realize that I was in the modifications page. I moved the post to here:

https://blazerforum.com/m_190290/mpage_1/key_/tm.htm#190290

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