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12-03-2017, 06:42 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 596
Posted By guitar134

Had it in the air this weekend, i guess i lost...

Had it in the air this weekend, i guess i lost the other bump stop at some point and what you said about monroes is right. they are all rusting up and the rubber is already breaking down in the...
11-27-2017, 09:28 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 596
Posted By guitar134

Front end thinks its a pogo stick

The issue is most prevalent off road on the dirt and 2 tracks. the issue is when i enter a dip or low spot and come back out, the front of the truck launches and slams hard. its not the bounce you...
01-29-2015, 05:48 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,439
Posted By guitar134

As i recall when i put the second one in, my...

As i recall when i put the second one in, my local gm tech had told me about the +/- 2* spec and when i checked it was sitting at +1*

how do you mean "mod" drill the hole out for side to side...
01-29-2015, 05:05 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,439
Posted By guitar134

As far as i know, the engine is original,...

As far as i know, the engine is original, although, the harness does look like it has been moved and stretched to fit. so maybe older block???

One of my coworkers a mechanic for many years, says...
01-29-2015, 10:39 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,439
Posted By guitar134

https://scontent-b-lga.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpf1/t...

https://scontent-b-lga.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpf1/t31.0-8/904340_10151316175762109_966543201_o.jpg?efg=eyJpIjoidCJ9
Above is the first gear when I bought the truck
...
01-29-2015, 10:31 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,439
Posted By guitar134

How do u check for lash? I know the old gaskets...

How do u check for lash? I know the old gaskets came off and the distro was seated well. (Learned the hard way on other vehicles). Are you saying that can retard effects lash? I thought that was the...
01-28-2015, 06:42 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,439
Posted By guitar134

I can see cam retard effecting running condition....

I can see cam retard effecting running condition. But how does it effect the life span of the gear itself?
01-27-2015, 08:49 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,439
Posted By guitar134

"eating" distributor gears...

Noticed when I bought the truck a little over 2 years ago. That the distributor teeth were worn. With 175k I wasn't surprised and replaced it with no issues for about 6 months or 3000 miles. Then it...
10-08-2014, 05:26 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,346
Posted By guitar134

while doing a coolant flush, I was waiting for...

while doing a coolant flush, I was waiting for the thermostat to open, and the idle miss happened. I noticed a buzz sound when it happened. as I finished the coolant I let it idle and stuck my head...
09-21-2014, 11:57 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,346
Posted By guitar134

and to answer your other question, no dtc's and...

and to answer your other question, no dtc's and the random p0300 is gone after the fuel pump install, driven several hundred miles since, and even a good 2 hour trip
09-21-2014, 11:50 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,346
Posted By guitar134

Still have not had a chance to check the fuel...

Still have not had a chance to check the fuel pressure readings. i know its an easy test and im not going to make excuses.

i had the truck into the dealer to perform a cam/crank correlation and...
08-31-2014, 11:35 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,346
Posted By guitar134

i runs better on premium, the fuel pump is new,...

i runs better on premium, the fuel pump is new, even the old pump did not have leakdown. i replaced the pump because of the low presure readings.

only dtc's are the intermitten p0300 and if you...
08-30-2014, 11:51 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,346
Posted By guitar134

New Fuel Pump, new fuel filter, it still stumbles...

New Fuel Pump, new fuel filter, it still stumbles slightly, but has far greater throttle response and power. i still feel as though something is wrong. the injectors passed the resistance test. and i...
07-27-2014, 02:16 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,346
Posted By guitar134

thread revival all sensors read...

thread revival


all sensors read correctly. if I floor it and drive like a madman I set lean codes on both banks. fuel pressure is 48-53ish psi, running, koeo, and revved up. does not leak down...
06-27-2014, 01:22 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 989
Posted By guitar134

Bumps

Bumps
06-23-2014, 08:23 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 989
Posted By guitar134

ecm questions.

I've tried the search bar and trusty google to no avail. it seems no one has the question i have about the ecms. i had the opportunity to parts rob a 99 blazer yesterday and looking at the ecm in...
06-23-2014, 08:17 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,177
Posted By guitar134

its drum, i actually like drum brakes. but when i...

its drum, i actually like drum brakes. but when i lift it and throw tires on it i will probably find a disc rear end at a yard and pull everything. on the ford forums there is a rear disc swap that...
06-15-2014, 07:21 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,177
Posted By guitar134

right now the wife drives the truck as a DD, once...

right now the wife drives the truck as a DD, once we buy her a new car ill start to mod it up and look at the upgrade. i just put new pads on it and saw the design. seems a little weak for the...
06-13-2014, 07:43 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,177
Posted By guitar134

thats what it looked like. ill see what the local...

thats what it looked like. ill see what the local jy has and maybe make a small wright up on it if i get around to do it.
06-12-2014, 07:10 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,177
Posted By guitar134

96 - 98+ brake swap?

Digging around on the computer at work, i noticed the brakes on the later models seem alot beefier and there are more pad options availible. so i was wondering if a swap was possible?

is it just a...
Forum: The Lounge
04-23-2014, 04:57 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 656
Posted By guitar134

I recently signed on the books. and have a friend...

I recently signed on the books. and have a friend who has been in for 2 years and his dad is an operator.

pm me
04-06-2014, 12:02 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 25,262
Posted By guitar134

When I bought my jimmy I noticed an engine...

When I bought my jimmy I noticed an engine vibration, upon inspection I found a couple missing fan teeth and decided to go electric. I used a spare ZX2 fan I had and it worked well until at the sand...
03-23-2014, 11:21 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,346
Posted By guitar134

Napa tune up parts. cam retard is -2* ...

Napa tune up parts.

cam retard is -2*

and have not checked fp, ill check asap
03-22-2014, 05:23 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,346
Posted By guitar134

intermitten p0300

After about 30-40 miles. my 96 will through the p0300 with no ill effects felt in running condition, other than a possible slight drop in power.

new cap
rotor
plugs
wires and
distributor
...
01-27-2014, 07:21 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,607
Posted By guitar134

I understand a lsd differential as a limtied...

I understand a lsd differential as a limtied slip, yes both wheels are driving, however the power is split, normally or commonly in an 80/20 split. back on the escort forums we face a similar problem...
01-27-2014, 05:36 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,607
Posted By guitar134

what is powertrax? an add on spring clutch setup?...

what is powertrax? an add on spring clutch setup? not true lsd but an "enhanced" open diff?
01-27-2014, 05:35 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,607
Posted By guitar134

you mistake lsd for a locker. and a lsd fwd car...

you mistake lsd for a locker. and a lsd fwd car is probably nicer to drive in snow than a 4wd open diff.

abs hasnt worked since i unplugged it

and a good lsd for the truck would still allow...
01-27-2014, 01:28 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,607
Posted By guitar134

front LSD?

Dealing with lovely ice and snow. I know they are available for the rear axle. but does anyone know of a LSD for the front axle on a 96 era jimmy?
01-06-2014, 06:45 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,980
Posted By guitar134

i notice it most when im revving it to warm it...

i notice it most when im revving it to warm it up, or at low speeds
01-05-2014, 04:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,980
Posted By guitar134

i didnt suspect mounts because while under the...

i didnt suspect mounts because while under the hood, revving the motor it doesnt move excessively, i will double check them tomorrow on the lift while im doing some other work though
01-05-2014, 03:45 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,980
Posted By guitar134

1200-1800 rpm vibration

Noticed when at the above listed rpm's the motor seems to vibrate the truck pretty good. not misfire bad, but enough to wiggle the seat. its on a fresh tune up, and distributor, runs fine otherwise....
01-05-2014, 12:41 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 77,704
Posted By guitar134

Old thread bump... I did this last night....

Old thread bump...

I did this last night. feels much better, maybe a couple jumpy spots in the powerband, but all around a better feel in the pedal

as per mpg. i have no clue, and really...
12-24-2013, 10:45 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,642
Posted By guitar134

2Dr Rear speakers

Thinking the drivers rear speaker bracket is broken, and i dont plan to run rears in my set up, im just wondering whats involved in getting to the rear 6x9's.

pik's preferred
12-23-2013, 04:24 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 844
Posted By guitar134

the more i think on this, the more i would really...

the more i think on this, the more i would really like electric. no hoses, no fluids, and electric motors will most likely be lighter than a hydrolic pump. a quick search of craigslist leads me to...
12-19-2013, 05:05 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 844
Posted By guitar134

Plow?

First off, I know very well the s10/s15 chassis is no basis for a plow.

knowing that. i have a very small driveway, and plan to take the plow off when not in use. as to not beat the piss out of...
12-15-2013, 03:46 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,128
Posted By guitar134

your post is hard to read. sounds to me...

your post is hard to read.

sounds to me like your dropping below the amps impedence capability's. never run separate coils on different channels. each sub should have its own channel. make sure...
Forum: The Lounge
12-15-2013, 12:07 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,175
Posted By guitar134

As a "backyard" mechanic then a licensed...

As a "backyard" mechanic then a licensed mechanic, my biggest observation was the use of diagnostic computers, i.e. code readers, live data, and PID's.

in the backyard you don't really have...
12-14-2013, 12:40 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,405
Posted By guitar134

Now what about switching to the 98+ headlights?

Now what about switching to the 98+ headlights?
12-13-2013, 08:29 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,405
Posted By guitar134

shipping time is a huge concern, but with so many...

shipping time is a huge concern, but with so many "cheap" Kits available, its still hard to switch from a known good supplier. i think my last order was for a replacement ballast after an electrical...
12-13-2013, 08:22 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,405
Posted By guitar134

https://blazerforum.com/forum/attachment.php?attac...

https://blazerforum.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=18832&dateline=1386944561

ddm's color map
12-13-2013, 08:09 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,405
Posted By guitar134

What brands do you consider "good"? i have only...

What brands do you consider "good"? i have only ever used ddm
12-12-2013, 09:15 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,405
Posted By guitar134

i was planning on 5000k lo and hi, the ddmtuning...

i was planning on 5000k lo and hi, the ddmtuning color map puts the 5000k at pure white, i have 6000k in the escort and they out a very white light, but look blue when you look at the car.

i was...
12-11-2013, 06:54 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,405
Posted By guitar134

I cant find any aftermarkets that arent stock...

I cant find any aftermarkets that arent stock replacments. if anyone knows of anyhing, please let me know.
12-09-2013, 03:27 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,405
Posted By guitar134

Also thogert. I have to find an aftermarket...

Also thogert. I have to find an aftermarket projector housing setup for the 96 GMC headlights. I don't have time or interest in fab work either so I'm making do.
12-09-2013, 02:29 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,405
Posted By guitar134

With the escorts 9007 bulb I'm sure the deflector...

With the escorts 9007 bulb I'm sure the deflector is used to align the light in some way. but also with a few extra minutes care and an alignment I rarely get flashed and have even asked others. I...
12-08-2013, 04:10 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,405
Posted By guitar134

HID Questions

First post on the site, been doing a lot of reading and learning. but couldn't find much to answer my questions.

I have a 96 2 door jimmy im using as winter driver, and a light duty off road toy....
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