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Forum: The Lounge
05-20-2013, 10:33 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,850
Posted By Manatee

I didn't need heat in the 'glades, but I did need...

I didn't need heat in the 'glades, but I did need the coolant. We do use the heater in the winter here in AZ.
Forum: The Lounge
05-19-2013, 02:22 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,850
Posted By Manatee

On US 41 going across the Everglades and the...

On US 41 going across the Everglades and the heater core got to leaking. Pulled into a state park and set up the trailer, then pulled the hoses off the heater at the firewall and plugged them...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
04-06-2013, 01:00 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,699
Posted By Manatee

Mine made that noise because the core was leaking...

Mine made that noise because the core was leaking and there was air in the system. I had previously flushed the core because it was clogged and no circulation/ no heat. If the carpet on the right...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
02-14-2013, 12:25 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,071
Posted By Manatee

I have the same problem. Someone posted at an...

I have the same problem. Someone posted at an earlier time to tighten the adjusting screw on top of the steering box. The air filter has to be removed to access it. I did this and it helped some...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
01-30-2013, 11:33 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 8,066
Posted By Manatee

Do a search on "replace heater core", there are a...

Do a search on "replace heater core", there are a lot of good tips and some very helpful photos. The job is a PITA. I did my own after I got an estimate for $1000. It will likely take you several...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
01-23-2013, 11:03 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,209
Posted By Manatee

Have you been losing coolant?

Have you been losing coolant?
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
01-23-2013, 10:57 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 942
Posted By Manatee

If the window is down, I would try looking down...

If the window is down, I would try looking down in with a flashlight. After that the next step would be to pull off the inside door panel. Be sure to pull the screws under the pull handle. If all...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
01-22-2013, 10:59 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,154
Posted By Manatee

Get a new one they are cheap.

Get a new one they are cheap.
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
01-19-2013, 06:07 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,040
Posted By Manatee

Nut splitter

Nut splitter
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
12-29-2012, 12:09 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 4,907
Posted By Manatee

AC Delco is or was GM owned. Delphi was GM, but...

AC Delco is or was GM owned. Delphi was GM, but was sold off. I expect there is little difference in the parts.
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
12-24-2012, 04:19 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,209
Posted By Manatee

I just replaced mine also. Allow yourself plenty...

I just replaced mine also. Allow yourself plenty of time, you want to get it right the first time. Read Adam Crosier's write up with pictures, it is a big help.
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
12-24-2012, 04:11 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 13,865
Posted By Manatee

The plug/stem is a piece of plastic that you can...

The plug/stem is a piece of plastic that you can turn with a 1/4" drive socket handle. It is a real PITA that is virtually impossible to see even with a mirror. Auto parts stores carry replacements...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
12-15-2012, 04:40 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,685
Posted By Manatee

If the heater gurgles it is because it isn't full...

If the heater gurgles it is because it isn't full of coolant. Mine used to do that before it started leaking big time. I replaced it this week. When I pulled the core out of the housing it was...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
12-15-2012, 01:23 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,685
Posted By Manatee

If your heater core is leaking, you will not see...

If your heater core is leaking, you will not see it under the hood. It will wet the carpet on the passenger side under the heater. If you switch on the defrosters it may blow steam.
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
09-06-2012, 11:27 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,781
Posted By Manatee

The Curt hitch that I installed on my 2001 came...

The Curt hitch that I installed on my 2001 came with bolts that were too large to fit the holes in the frame. I read a lot of complaints about Curt being a poor fit on the Xterra forum.

I...
Forum: General Chat
08-23-2012, 05:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 867
Posted By Manatee

I would avoid light colors because of reflection...

I would avoid light colors because of reflection in the glass. Might be different in your climate.
Forum: General Chat
08-22-2012, 07:51 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 867
Posted By Manatee

I hunted online and found one for my '01 Blazer.

I hunted online and found one for my '01 Blazer.
Forum: General Chat
08-14-2012, 07:16 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 6,402
Posted By Manatee

Arizona for the last 12 years. More than 90% of...

Arizona for the last 12 years. More than 90% of the Blazers here in the valley(Phoenix area)are 2wd. You can tell by the wheels. Mine is 2wd, I use it to tow my camper and for regular...
Forum: Steering, Suspension & Drivetrain
08-14-2012, 06:58 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,349
Posted By Manatee

I just bought an idler arm at NAPA about 2 hours...

I just bought an idler arm at NAPA about 2 hours ago $45. Will install it later this week.
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
08-12-2012, 12:06 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 32,266
Posted By Manatee

Important is setting the Blazer up to tow. I...

Important is setting the Blazer up to tow. I towed a travel trailer 2900# dry weight with a 2000 4dr 2wd to Mazatlan on one trip, Cabo San Lucas on another, Montana another time and multiple trips...
Forum: General Chat
08-11-2012, 11:12 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,857
Posted By Manatee

What I hate is when my wife leaves some crap in...

What I hate is when my wife leaves some crap in the right door pocket that rattles as I go down the road.
Forum: General Chat
08-11-2012, 11:05 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 15,651
Posted By Manatee

I looked and found oil around the pan and leaking...

I looked and found oil around the pan and leaking by the oil plug. do they common leak there

Yes
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
08-04-2012, 02:04 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 10,357
Posted By Manatee

You don't say where you live. In humid Florida...

You don't say where you live. In humid Florida all cars left a puddle on the ground which was condensate. In bone dry Arizona that is rarely seen.
Forum: General Chat
07-12-2012, 10:38 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 20,556
Posted By Manatee

I had a 2000 2wd that I towed a 20' travel...

I had a 2000 2wd that I towed a 20' travel trailer with. The trailer was factory rated at 2900# empty. I never got around to weighing it. The trailer had brakes on both axles. I used a weight...
Forum: Lighting & Electrical
12-07-2011, 04:34 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,039
Posted By Manatee

They are probably for options that you don't have.

They are probably for options that you don't have.
Forum: Engine & Internal
09-01-2011, 01:36 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 70,461
Posted By Manatee

Mine runs about 200. Today it was 108 outside...

Mine runs about 200. Today it was 108 outside temp, it ran about 200 going up I-17 to about 3000' while running the AC.
Forum: Engine & Transmission
07-24-2011, 05:42 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,103
Posted By Manatee

Many thanks Swartikk, I looked up AIR pump on the...

Many thanks Swartikk, I looked up AIR pump on the vendor sites and there was the exact part. Of course it has nothing to do with my overheating problem.

My suspicions now are fan clutch, fan and...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
07-24-2011, 12:46 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,103
Posted By Manatee

Auxiliary water pump?

Below the radiator of my 2001 2wd Blazer is a component that I have not seen before. The 2000 that I had previously did not have it. Online parts vendors list auxiliary water pumps that are similar...
Forum: General Chat
07-12-2011, 02:02 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 56,415
Posted By Manatee

I towed two different 20' travel trailers with a...

I towed two different 20' travel trailers with a 2000 2wd. One trip went to Mazatlan, another to Cabo San Lucas, both about 1000 miles down into Mexico. Both trailers were about 2900# dry. Other...
Forum: Paint, Body, & Interior
06-06-2011, 01:39 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 487
Posted By Manatee

I unbolted a seat on a sedan once and moved it...

I unbolted a seat on a sedan once and moved it back. On your Jimmy doing that might interfere with folding the rear seat. I would check that first. On my Blazer with manual seats it is a problem...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
03-28-2011, 12:53 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,297
Posted By Manatee

No screws at the bottom, two at the pull/armrest,...

No screws at the bottom, two at the pull/armrest, one at the handle and the plastic "fir tree" fasteners that go into the holes in the metal. The window switch panel lifts out, no fasteners and...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
03-28-2011, 12:39 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,017
Posted By Manatee

I had a tank collapse on a different make car...

I had a tank collapse on a different make car which was new. It was a manufacturing error, the vent from the charcoal canister was plugged. The fuel pump had enough suction to collapse the tank. ...
Forum: Paint, Body, & Interior
03-20-2011, 02:05 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 603
Posted By Manatee

It will reduce your gas mileage due to wind...

It will reduce your gas mileage due to wind resistance. I don't know how much.
Forum: Paint, Body, & Interior
03-20-2011, 02:00 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,484
Posted By Manatee

Is this something in a tube or a tape?

Is this something in a tube or a tape?
Forum: The Lounge
02-23-2011, 11:05 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,835
Posted By Manatee

President of the United States.

President of the United States.
Forum: The Lounge
02-23-2011, 10:44 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,980
Posted By Manatee

I have a bumper sticker that says "I like...

I have a bumper sticker that says "I like cats,they taste just like chicken".
Forum: The Lounge
02-23-2011, 10:26 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,179
Posted By Manatee

Only got up to 62 today. There is a threat for...

Only got up to 62 today. There is a threat for rain on Sunday.
Forum: General Chat
02-09-2011, 11:06 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,311
Posted By Manatee

My Blazer is 2 wheel drive. It doesn't snow here...

My Blazer is 2 wheel drive. It doesn't snow here and about 90% of Blazers in the never snow belt are 2wd. You can spot them because they have different road wheels. Mine is used for general...
Forum: General Chat
01-20-2011, 10:45 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,311
Posted By Manatee

Manufacturers offer different configurations in...

Manufacturers offer different configurations in different markets. Four door Blazers were not available with stick shift in the US. Other "American" cars are sold overseas with diesels but not in...
Forum: The Lounge
01-20-2011, 06:42 PM
Replies: 516
Views: 39,515
Posted By Manatee

Working took up too much of my time, so now I am...

Working took up too much of my time, so now I am full time retired. This forum has updated me about some of the new-fangled crap they now put on cars.
Forum: Paint, Body, & Interior
10-25-2010, 12:50 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 12,313
Posted By Manatee

I had the 60/40 seats in my 2000 ls. I now have...

I had the 60/40 seats in my 2000 ls. I now have a 2001 that is exactly the same. I believe they are quite common.
Forum: Paint, Body, & Interior
10-25-2010, 12:45 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 720
Posted By Manatee

Check RV sources, they are popular with folks...

Check RV sources, they are popular with folks that tow trailers.
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