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Forum: General Chat
12-21-2011, 12:11 AM
Replies: 13,741
Views: 1,064,784
Posted By kolbpilot

No fan follow up

First, let me say say that the latest what have I done as of yesterday was flush my heater core. This was after I put a piece of thin plexi glass covering probably close to 80% of the aluminum...
Forum: General Chat
12-12-2011, 09:01 PM
Replies: 13,741
Views: 1,064,784
Posted By kolbpilot

Agree with what you say. I think for 212 thousand...

Agree with what you say. I think for 212 thousand miles, my ol' 4.3 is running fine. And with better fuel, (we get the winter blend too, summer not much better, still gasahol) it would get better...
Forum: General Chat
12-11-2011, 05:38 PM
Replies: 259
Views: 74,303
Posted By kolbpilot

'97 LS 2wd 4door. 212,000.

'97 LS 2wd 4door. 212,000.
Forum: General Chat
12-11-2011, 05:17 PM
Replies: 13,741
Views: 1,064,784
Posted By kolbpilot

all I can get

Removed clutch fan today. The last thing I can think of what to do to try & get better mileage. I've tracked it for a year now & 18 mpg or a little better is about the best I can do city. Sometimes...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
11-15-2011, 03:56 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,041
Posted By kolbpilot

Thanks for the reply. I got it to start back up....

Thanks for the reply. I got it to start back up. I somehow had put the "ECM" fuse in the wrong slot, causing my malfunction. I thought it had to be something simple for it has always started up 'til...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
11-15-2011, 01:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,041
Posted By kolbpilot

Both the 'CEL' light & 'ABS' light were on when I...

Both the 'CEL' light & 'ABS' light were on when I bought this thing at 205k miles. I actually took out both bulbs because I was tired of looking at 'em. The truck ran flawlessly for the next 6000...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
11-15-2011, 12:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,041
Posted By kolbpilot

'97, Turn signal issues then no start..

Took my Blazer to get inspected today. It passed, but I noticed a brake light out. I pulled the bulb only to find it good. This Blazer has its emergency signal switch broken (pop up part) so I...
Forum: General Chat
07-14-2011, 08:26 AM
Replies: 360
Views: 72,632
Posted By kolbpilot

205,052 mile '97 2wd four door. Paid $1000 last...

205,052 mile '97 2wd four door. Paid $1000 last Nov. Came with new tires & newer brakes. Replaced all fluids. Copper plugs & new air filter. 3 new wiper blades. Replaced a couple interior & exterior...
Forum: General Chat
07-04-2011, 09:43 PM
Replies: 392
Views: 64,907
Posted By kolbpilot

Premium Touring suspension.

Premium Touring suspension.
Forum: General Chat
07-02-2011, 07:21 AM
Replies: 13,741
Views: 1,064,784
Posted By kolbpilot

Hey, at least it's only $10. It's $16 here in...

Hey, at least it's only $10. It's $16 here in Va., but I've been in & out in 10 minutes as well.
Forum: General Chat
07-02-2011, 07:18 AM
Replies: 13,741
Views: 1,064,784
Posted By kolbpilot

Both my ABS & Check Engine light was on upon...

Both my ABS & Check Engine light was on upon purchase. Both systems operating normal. I removed both bulbs. Tired of looking at them. I know some will frown upon this but a person can spend $100s...
Forum: Suspension Tech
06-29-2011, 05:12 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 999
Posted By kolbpilot

Finally answered my own question somewhat....

Finally answered my own question somewhat. Coudn't figure out what suspension package I had but finally the 'ZW7" code gave it away. Premium Touring suspension. Everything is a trade off but all I...
Forum: General Chat
06-28-2011, 09:53 PM
Replies: 360
Views: 72,632
Posted By kolbpilot

$1000 purchase price, Nov., '10. 205k, all...

$1000 purchase price, Nov., '10. 205k, all original 2wd, '97. As of today, I would guess $50 in preventative maint. items (filters, plugs, fluids, etc.). Just turned 209k. I did however, spend...
Forum: General Chat
06-28-2011, 09:38 PM
Replies: 360
Views: 72,632
Posted By kolbpilot

Bought it in Nov. of '10. $1000. 205,052 miles....

Bought it in Nov. of '10. $1000. 205,052 miles. Just turned 209k the other day. All fluids changed. New plugs, filters, etc. Blazer runs no different as when purchased meaning just fine.
Forum: General Chat
06-19-2011, 10:20 AM
Replies: 392
Views: 64,907
Posted By kolbpilot

It all depends on ones perspective and needs....

It all depends on ones perspective and needs. Sure, if I'm going in to the boonies then a 4wd would be the way to go. But I'm living in the concrete jungle where the 2wd suits my needs, plus, having...
Forum: General Chat
05-31-2011, 10:54 AM
Replies: 13,741
Views: 1,064,784
Posted By kolbpilot

I ordered a replacement passenger side mirror....

I ordered a replacement passenger side mirror. The original was glued in to place upon purchase & lasted it awhile but I bumped it & it all came apart. They redesigned these things in '98 I believe,...
Forum: General Chat
05-31-2011, 10:39 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,265
Posted By kolbpilot

I imagine we have several in our area. I bought...

I imagine we have several in our area. I bought my Blazer needing (only cosmetically) a new rear corner piece for the bumper because of a tire blowout that broke some of the plastic. The drivers side...
Forum: General Chat
05-31-2011, 10:16 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 9,629
Posted By kolbpilot

And I imagine, the aftermarket ones as well. I...

And I imagine, the aftermarket ones as well. I found the installation of the factory design to be a simple affair, I did it alone. Plenty of Blazers dying these days with hitches on them. That's...
Forum: General Chat
04-20-2011, 02:59 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 493
Posted By kolbpilot

2 wheel drive

What suspension packages were there for the two wheel drive Blazers? Regular & Touring? My '97 Blazer has the original yellow Bilsteins on it. Touring package?
Forum: Tires and Wheels
04-20-2011, 07:48 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,169
Posted By kolbpilot

Goodyear Viva 2s', 205/75/15 size, 34.5 psi all...

Goodyear Viva 2s', 205/75/15 size, 34.5 psi all around. Tires still new, quiet. '97 2wd Blazer four door.
Forum: General Chat
04-20-2011, 07:38 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 592
Posted By kolbpilot

There is something wrong with the '95-'97 series...

There is something wrong with the '95-'97 series passenger side, side mirror. I'm no expert but noticed my particular mirror all glued up around the movable parts. At first I thought it was RTV &...
Forum: Steering, Suspension & Drivetrain
04-19-2011, 09:11 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,912
Posted By kolbpilot

The only leak I have from my used '97 Blazer is a...

The only leak I have from my used '97 Blazer is a leaking pinion seal. A receipt that came with the Blazer shows that a local garage worked on the rear end at one time, changing a bearing & changing...
Forum: General Chat
04-19-2011, 06:10 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,927
Posted By kolbpilot

One of the few receipts I received with my '97...

One of the few receipts I received with my '97 Blazer was one showing it had a major tune up done along with the intake manifold gasket issue taken care of (replaced) around 105k miles. Another...
Forum: General Chat
04-19-2011, 05:55 PM
Replies: 392
Views: 64,907
Posted By kolbpilot

A reliability comparison would be interesting...

A reliability comparison would be interesting between the 2? Less is more?
Forum: General Chat
04-19-2011, 05:45 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 592
Posted By kolbpilot

Blazer quirk add on...

Many gripe about the spark plug change on the Blazer. I changed out the AC platinums for Champion copper spark plugs. My solution to the steering column spark plug was to bite the bullet, commit, and...
Forum: Audio/Video Electronics
04-19-2011, 05:20 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 165,595
Posted By kolbpilot

It's funny how outlooks change as we age. I never...

It's funny how outlooks change as we age. I never thought I'd be in a SUV in my 50s' but I realize, especially the Blazer, it fits, it just fits. This from someone coming out of a '95 Maxima 5spd....
Forum: The Lounge
04-19-2011, 04:43 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,452
Posted By kolbpilot

Tidewater, Va. prices are in the $3.77/regular...

Tidewater, Va. prices are in the $3.77/regular range. The Blazer has what?, a 19 gallon tank? It goes quick. I try to drive as little as possible. I also, top off the tank every time I use a quarter...
Forum: New Member Area
04-19-2011, 04:26 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,947
Posted By kolbpilot

High Mileage Club

Hello to all. Two wheel drive 1997 Blazer (white) LS, auto., 4 dr., 205,052 miles when purchased last November. $1000.00. Truck now has 207,756 miles on it. All original (various posts on current...
Forum: Suspension Tech
04-19-2011, 03:58 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 999
Posted By kolbpilot

high mileage Bilsteins

How long do you think shocks (or struts) can last? My 207k, 2wd., Blazer has the original yellow Bilsteins on it. The ride is still very good, even at freeway speeds, when loading up the suspension...
Forum: Lighting & Electrical
04-19-2011, 03:46 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 766
Posted By kolbpilot

My '97s only major quirk is the erratic fuel...

My '97s only major quirk is the erratic fuel gauge. It's not broken, just squirrely. I easily live without it, using the trip odometer to keep track of fuel.
Forum: General Chat
04-19-2011, 03:22 PM
Replies: 420
Views: 82,159
Posted By kolbpilot

That's about dead on with mine, two wheel drive...

That's about dead on with mine, two wheel drive '97, 208k mi., auto., 4 dr., no A/C (broken). Personal best, 22.25 mpg so far. One day I'll see what it'll do on a trip. I'm guessing it has the 3:08...
Forum: Tires and Wheels
04-19-2011, 03:15 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 11,266
Posted By kolbpilot

It's all a trade off. One tire does this over...

It's all a trade off. One tire does this over that tire. I never thought I'd wind up in a SUV, let alone a Blazer but I digress. My '97 2wd. was fortunate to have less than 200 mile old Goodyears on...
Forum: General Chat
04-18-2011, 10:01 PM
Replies: 358
Views: 54,159
Posted By kolbpilot

Interesting, seeing the percentage numbers. My...

Interesting, seeing the percentage numbers. My white one had the rear drivers side part of the bumper damaged by the previous owners tire blowout. Low & behold, the replacement piece I found off...
Forum: General Chat
04-18-2011, 09:54 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,682
Posted By kolbpilot

Still learning my '97, 2wd. Mine has a small leak...

Still learning my '97, 2wd. Mine has a small leak in the remote oil filter area, or the lines leaving it. Probably needs one of those 'o' rings. Just one of those things I'm monitoring. Not bad at...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
04-18-2011, 08:39 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,411
Posted By kolbpilot

The '97, 205k mi., 2WD., automatic was doing...

The '97, 205k mi., 2WD., automatic was doing fine. But still, some SuperTech Dexron/Mercon 3 surely couldn't hurt. And surely, somebody had to of changed the fluid at least once in 205 thousand...
Forum: General Chat
04-18-2011, 07:53 PM
Replies: 420
Views: 82,159
Posted By kolbpilot

This is something I've paid attention to from day...

This is something I've paid attention to from day one of my 205k mi., auto. '97 4dr., 2wd Blazer. Engine was running fine although both 'check engine ' & 'ABS' lights on. Right off the bat, I was...
Forum: General Chat
04-18-2011, 07:23 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 9,629
Posted By kolbpilot

The '97, 205k mile 2WD 4dr. Blazer I bought for...

The '97, 205k mile 2WD 4dr. Blazer I bought for $1000 last November had no hitch ever on it. Discovering I needed to pull a small trailer, I scoured Craigslist. Spying what looked like a a hitch on a...
Forum: General Chat
04-18-2011, 07:09 PM
Replies: 392
Views: 64,907
Posted By kolbpilot

I only can appreciate 4 wheel drive when needed....

I only can appreciate 4 wheel drive when needed. Other than that, if it can be lived without, so be it. I only have experience with my 207k mi. 2WD '97 4dr. Steers quite nice, do not know how a 4WD...
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