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05-30-2019, 01:44 PM
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Posted By tondox1

I have since gotten rid of the blazer. But...

I have since gotten rid of the blazer.

But what was happening is that the Engine bay is getting hot enough to make the fan clutch engage.
Fan clutch working fine, as it was working as soon as...
05-20-2015, 06:45 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 45,353
Posted By tondox1

I believe the first time I replaced the fan...

I believe the first time I replaced the fan clutch, it was either a bad one, or just functioned/engaged once the engine temp hit around 130-140 degrees. After knocking around the idea that the...
05-18-2015, 11:03 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 45,353
Posted By tondox1

Fixed it!!! :icon_eddie: No More Huge Fan...

Fixed it!!! :icon_eddie:


No More Huge Fan noise under hood and no more power loss when engine is warmed up!!!


I after spending thousands of dollars on various sensors and repairs, fuel...
10-02-2013, 01:45 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 45,353
Posted By tondox1

I have been traveling a lot for work still, so I...

I have been traveling a lot for work still, so I haven't had much time to spend on this problem with my truck. (low power upon acceleration when truck is warmed up)

I have been talking with a...
09-11-2013, 02:18 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 45,353
Posted By tondox1

I took my truck to get this problem looked at...

I took my truck to get this problem looked at with the dealership. Along with an oil change, they replaced the "Distributor". They said the bushings were worn down, and it was adjusted to "Retard"....
09-11-2013, 06:21 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 45,353
Posted By tondox1

I appreciate the feedback. I did replace the...

I appreciate the feedback. I did replace the Fan Clutch already. about a month ago. So that is brand new as well.
I do agree with the fact that the engine is getting too warm to the point of...
09-10-2013, 12:49 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 45,353
Posted By tondox1

Ok, new update. Finally made it back in town...

Ok, new update.
Finally made it back in town from work to drop my truck off at the shop. Mechanic took a look at the Distributer assembly/Timing and said everything was new or looked fine after...
08-11-2013, 12:14 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 45,353
Posted By tondox1

Yeah, I did just order a wireless OBD2 dongle...

Yeah, I did just order a wireless OBD2 dongle last night and should be able to mess with it when it get here in a week or so. I also have a can of seafoam im gonna use and see how it runs.
08-10-2013, 10:34 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 45,353
Posted By tondox1

Yes. I installed new muffler/ direct fit cat/ 3...

Yes. I installed new muffler/ direct fit cat/ 3 Oxygen sensors (ACDelco) just a few days ago.

And I just ordered an OBD2 dongle as "burned" had recently suggested.

Im researching Fuel...
08-10-2013, 08:17 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 45,353
Posted By tondox1

No, it's stock. Not an oiled filter But I do...

No, it's stock. Not an oiled filter

But I do regret to inform the masses, i drove around just now after having the car sit for a few hrs (MAF still UNplugged) and the symptom came right back.
...
08-10-2013, 06:37 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 45,353
Posted By tondox1

If it work unplugged, then I'll unplug it for the...

If it work unplugged, then I'll unplug it for the time being. I have a DMM so I'll look into finding out how to test those two sensors before replacing again. I'd like to run the truck with all the...
08-10-2013, 01:55 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 45,353
Posted By tondox1

Update: -Tested my relay, relay was fine. ...

Update:
-Tested my relay, relay was fine.
-Drove truck until symptoms of sluggish acceleration (accompanied w/ loud fan noise under hood) and gave fuel pressure test.
(I can give readings, but...
08-10-2013, 10:45 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 45,353
Posted By tondox1

I have a new one. Replaced about 2 months ago...

I have a new one. Replaced about 2 months ago along with spark plugs/cap/ rotor/ wires. Replaced all at the same time.

Truck ran great for one night. Then sluggish acceleration surfaced again. ...
08-10-2013, 10:32 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 45,353
Posted By tondox1

Question Out of curiosity, 1. Did you use a Delphi, Ac...

Out of curiosity,
1. Did you use a Delphi, Ac delco, or OEM pump?
2. Did your truck run great after the replacement, then after several miles the sluggish acceleration surfaced again?
08-09-2013, 09:56 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 45,353
Posted By tondox1

I've had the luxury of replacing several sensors...

I've had the luxury of replacing several sensors with zero results. :icon_doh: (sarcasm implied)

i'll definitely post my results.
08-09-2013, 09:44 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 45,353
Posted By tondox1

After explaining my symptoms to several outlets,...

After explaining my symptoms to several outlets, the fuel pump has came up as "the issue", once or twice.

the thing that throws me off though, is that my truck doesn't sputter/die after idling...
08-09-2013, 05:05 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 45,353
Posted By tondox1

Exclamation Correction with the PSI readings. They are as...

Correction with the PSI readings. They are as follows;

1st switch, eng off - jumps to 64psi then falls to 54psi
2nd switch, eng off - jumps to 64psi then falls to 54psi
start ...
08-09-2013, 10:31 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 45,353
Posted By tondox1

I replaced the "engine coolant temp sensor" and...

I replaced the "engine coolant temp sensor" and fuel filter about a month ago. And No Codes pop up. No Engine light or nothing.

Fuel pressure was at 60psi when started up. The needle shot way...
08-08-2013, 08:49 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 45,353
Posted By tondox1

Update: Installed new muffler, direct fit...

Update:

Installed new muffler, direct fit cat converter, & 3 new Oxygen sensors.

Drove around for a few miles and the truck was running fine. As i drove into around the 8th mile, the sluggish...
07-29-2013, 11:24 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 45,353
Posted By tondox1

AJ - thanks for the tip! I just ordered a...

AJ - thanks for the tip!

I just ordered a magnaflo cat direct fit ($607) and the gaskets you mentioned all from summit racing. Also used the online assistant to get the right part number for...
07-27-2013, 09:26 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 45,353
Posted By tondox1

Big dean/ Krafty, Thanks for the response. Im...

Big dean/ Krafty,
Thanks for the response. Im going to look into ordering a new exhaust system this week. I'll leave the headers alone.

I'll post back the end results with the new repair. ...
07-24-2013, 10:35 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 45,353
Posted By tondox1

I've been experiencing similar symptoms in my...

I've been experiencing similar symptoms in my 2000 Blazer 4WD.

Once the truck has been driven a little while, I experience sluggish acceleration for a moment until the truck decides to shift...
07-08-2013, 11:27 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 7,167
Posted By tondox1

Ok, so thanks for all the replies and assistance....

Ok, so thanks for all the replies and assistance. (sarcasm implied)

the update so far, I took my truck into the dealership and what they diagnosed is that the problem is the Distributor assembly....
07-03-2013, 11:07 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 7,167
Posted By tondox1

Sluggish acceleration after engine is warmed up

Maybe someone can help?

I have a 2000 blazer 4.3 6cylinder 4x4

My problem is that my truck begins to ride sluggish after the engine warms up a bit. Maybe 15-20 miles of drivin? It seems to be...
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