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Forum: Builds
07-31-2017, 08:46 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 23,220
Posted By spatula6554

Loving the attention to detail; glad you have...

Loving the attention to detail; glad you have access to a machine shop! Do you think 10:1 CR will be achievable, even with all that clearance still?
Forum: Builds
07-05-2012, 09:06 AM
Replies: 446
Views: 131,747
Posted By spatula6554

:icon_eek:

:icon_eek:
Forum: Builds
06-27-2012, 08:55 AM
Replies: 446
Views: 131,747
Posted By spatula6554

Awesome rescue; sounds like the Blazer was the...

Awesome rescue; sounds like the Blazer was the best Beast out there!
Forum: General Chat
04-24-2012, 08:17 AM
Replies: 420
Views: 82,159
Posted By spatula6554

2003 LS 4DR 4WD Stock with 166,0xx miles and...

2003 LS 4DR 4WD Stock with 166,0xx miles and counting
Drove from Corning NY to Mayville NY to Fredonia NY, back to Mayville, to Erie PA and then back to Corning NY. Round trip about 432 miles on...
Forum: Builds
04-23-2012, 12:13 AM
Replies: 446
Views: 131,747
Posted By spatula6554

Stinkin' awesome! Congratulations!

Stinkin' awesome! Congratulations!
Forum: Builds
04-13-2012, 08:31 AM
Replies: 446
Views: 131,747
Posted By spatula6554

Dude, this Blazer is looking sick. I like the...

Dude, this Blazer is looking sick. I like the way you do things, the Blazer, the bead breaker, the baler tongue for the drive shaft support (IH?)...it is looking great!
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
04-10-2012, 08:36 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,122
Posted By spatula6554

I did not require an alignment after I did the...

I did not require an alignment after I did the front shocks or the rear shocks. The shocks do not articulate with the rest of the steering system, so replacing them does not affect the steering...
Forum: Builds
04-10-2012, 08:33 AM
Replies: 446
Views: 131,747
Posted By spatula6554

...he sees the light at the end of the tunnel... ...

...he sees the light at the end of the tunnel...

It is always nice to hit a milestone in the midst of a project; now that the Blazer is standing on its own, you have to get it rolling!
Forum: Builds
04-10-2012, 08:31 AM
Replies: 446
Views: 131,747
Posted By spatula6554

...he sees the light at the end of the tunnel... ...

...he sees the light at the end of the tunnel...

It is always nice to hit a milestone in the midst of a project. Now that the Blazer is standing on its own, you need to get this thing rolling!
Forum: Builds
04-04-2012, 08:48 AM
Replies: 446
Views: 131,747
Posted By spatula6554

That guard is going to look sick 6' in the air on...

That guard is going to look sick 6' in the air on the front of your Blazer.

It is amazing that even now, things are still getting put back together since the flood. Glad to hear that people are...
Forum: Builds
04-02-2012, 08:34 AM
Replies: 446
Views: 131,747
Posted By spatula6554

Everyone looks inferior compared to a...

Everyone looks inferior compared to a professional; that is why they are professionals. I doubt it is the weld that will go bad first anyways!

Things are looking great and don't think you are...
Forum: Builds
03-30-2012, 08:01 AM
Replies: 446
Views: 131,747
Posted By spatula6554

:eek: That is a lot of lift... I think you...

:eek: That is a lot of lift...

I think you need to fab a spring loaded SS ladder which as you open the door, slides out and drops to allow you climb in. As you close, an switch activates a...
Forum: Ride Of The Month
03-30-2012, 07:51 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,954
Posted By spatula6554

Voted...good luck!

Voted...good luck!
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
03-30-2012, 07:40 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,122
Posted By spatula6554

Thanks! I hit up AutoZone on the way home...

Thanks!

I hit up AutoZone on the way home from work last night and bought 3 new sockets: 20, 21 and 22 mm. The 21 mm fits the rear lower shock mount bolt perfectly. FYI, if you need to replace...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
03-28-2012, 08:15 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 19,658
Posted By spatula6554

Cracked heater core?

Cracked heater core?
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
03-28-2012, 02:15 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,122
Posted By spatula6554

So the weekend turned into clean-out-the-garage...

So the weekend turned into clean-out-the-garage time which means I did the front shocks last night; it went well. An unexpected hiccup was the 2 brake lines routed directly in front of the bolt head...
Forum: Builds
03-28-2012, 09:00 AM
Replies: 446
Views: 131,747
Posted By spatula6554

...seriously? That's it? Oh man...you're...

...seriously? That's it? Oh man...you're slacking now! :icon_wink:

I thought I was doing good when I did the front shocks and PCV valve last night!
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
03-23-2012, 03:33 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,122
Posted By spatula6554

I am sensing a theme here... It may be worth...

I am sensing a theme here...

It may be worth mentioning that most of the rust has been displaced from the rear end when I changed the fuel pump and evaporative vent valve last month. First order...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
03-23-2012, 02:46 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,122
Posted By spatula6554

Talking All 4 Shocks, Front Calipers and Front Rubber Brake Lines this weekend

I am planning on replacing all 4 shocks, both front calipers and the front rubber brake lines this weekend...any tips or things to look out for / replace while I am in there?

Neat story...I came...
Forum: Builds
03-23-2012, 08:18 AM
Replies: 446
Views: 131,747
Posted By spatula6554

Wow...that is some significant fab work for the...

Wow...that is some significant fab work for the revised firewall! The more you coat your parts now, the longer they will last, even if you do end up beating on them. Smart move to preserve what you...
Forum: Builds
03-21-2012, 08:28 PM
Replies: 446
Views: 131,747
Posted By spatula6554

Dude, I just read your entire thread from start...

Dude, I just read your entire thread from start to finish and it is pretty stinking amazing! Nice build, I bet that Blazer has some low end and some new found power at the top end! Awesome build...
Forum: General Chat
03-15-2012, 06:01 PM
Replies: 420
Views: 82,159
Posted By spatula6554

18-19 MPG per the 80% highway driving on the last...

18-19 MPG per the 80% highway driving on the last tank. Stock everything but with new 235/75R15 Wrangler RT/S on all 4. A new fuel pump, fuel filter, evaporative vent valve and purge solenoid also...
Forum: General Chat
03-15-2012, 05:48 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,631
Posted By spatula6554

This idea...

This idea (http://lmgtfy.com/?q=solar+charging+stations+for+electric+cars) makes sense...yet most of these EVs are really for city dwellers with a minimal travel distance. Anyone who has a...
Forum: General Chat
03-15-2012, 03:23 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,631
Posted By spatula6554

S10 Electric Vehicle!

Check this out (http://hooniverse.com/2012/03/15/truck-thursday-s10ev-on-the-cheap/)...who says that the Blazer is an antiquated platform and drivetrain never saw one of these beauties...

Too bad...
Forum: General Chat
03-05-2012, 06:59 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 806
Posted By spatula6554

Word; it is nice when it all comes together. It...

Word; it is nice when it all comes together. It is about an 8 hour drive from our home in Corning NY up to Smugglers' Notch in Jeffersonville VT.

Hope you enjoyed your riding!
Forum: General Chat
03-05-2012, 03:28 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 806
Posted By spatula6554

Blazer Road Trip in VT

Just wanted a quick post to share about our Blazer.

This past 3 weeks, I have replaced the idler arm, fuel pump, evaporative vent valve, purge solenoid valve and 4WD actuator cable in...
Forum: General Chat
02-28-2012, 08:40 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 7,135
Posted By spatula6554

Thank you for being a RockAuto Auto Parts...

Thank you for being a RockAuto Auto Parts (http://www.RockAuto.com) customer! To show our appreciation, we have a special discount for you.

Your discount code is:

85550507046515

Expires...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
02-26-2012, 08:34 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 11,176
Posted By spatula6554

The evaporative canister is a separate part than...

The evaporative canister is a separate part than the evaporative vent valve. The canister is mounted directly behind the driver's side rear wheel. The vent valve is mounted to a frame rail above...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
02-23-2012, 11:01 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 11,444
Posted By spatula6554

This thread just saved my bacon... I am not...

This thread just saved my bacon...

I am not an electrical person, but now knowing that the fuel pump fuse is actually labeled ECM B helps as well as the information regarding the new GT280...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
02-23-2012, 01:55 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 11,176
Posted By spatula6554

It very well could be the vacuum line to the 4x4...

It very well could be the vacuum line to the 4x4 actuator from the vacuum solenoid.

On my 2003, the 4x4 actuator is below the battery inside the passenger side front fender; if this hose is not...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
02-20-2012, 08:55 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 8,683
Posted By spatula6554

Pierre Dumas?

Pierre Dumas?
Forum: General Chat
02-15-2012, 02:07 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 7,135
Posted By spatula6554

Thanks guys; just saved me some money on a new...

Thanks guys; just saved me some money on a new fuel pump and sending unit for the Blazer...every little bit helps!
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
02-12-2012, 01:41 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 14,881
Posted By spatula6554

I have a 1997 Chevrolet Monte Carlo whose fuel...

I have a 1997 Chevrolet Monte Carlo whose fuel pump was failing last summer only when low on fuel and it was hot out. I agree completely that fuel surrounding the pump does provide a cooling effect....
Forum: New Member Area
01-09-2012, 09:07 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 494
Posted By spatula6554

Thanks! The Blazer makes frequent trips to North...

Thanks! The Blazer makes frequent trips to North Jersey since the in-laws live near Morristown.

Here is something to chew on...P0101 was a result of a bad catalytic converter; since the cat was...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
01-04-2012, 08:48 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 98,911
Posted By spatula6554

This issue was happening on my Blazer as well; as...

This issue was happening on my Blazer as well; as aptly described above, it was the blue plastic linkage that was broken. Some fencing wire later tailgate is operating perfectly again. Thanks!
Forum: New Member Area
01-04-2012, 08:36 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 494
Posted By spatula6554

Thanks guys; I appreciate the welcome!

Thanks guys; I appreciate the welcome!
Forum: New Member Area
11-06-2011, 01:17 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 494
Posted By spatula6554

Talking Blazer Owner In Southern Tier NY

Hello all!

New forum member here; I have referenced this forum many times in the past for various issues and figured that it was time to join, learn and hopefully contribute to the community...
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