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Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
12-11-2014, 06:51 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,389
Posted By RockyMountainHermit

I'll look into that for Colorado. Tx.

I'll look into that for Colorado. Tx.
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
12-11-2014, 12:35 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,389
Posted By RockyMountainHermit

Thanks. I've never experienced any locking. Kind...

Thanks. I've never experienced any locking. Kind of think the person who installed them did all his brake shoes short to back and long to front, so my guess would be that he did both sides...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
12-11-2014, 06:16 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,389
Posted By RockyMountainHermit

So Captain...First off, I agree with the other...

So Captain...First off, I agree with the other poster who complimented you for imparting so much knowledge. You helped me out with another issue a couple of years ago as well. Thanks.

On the...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
12-10-2014, 12:32 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,389
Posted By RockyMountainHermit

Thank you all. Appreciate it. Turned out to...

Thank you all. Appreciate it.

Turned out to be a vent valve after all; was only closing partially. Mechanic assures me the new part will solve the problem.

And yes--"Inexperienced" (or maybe...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
12-07-2014, 03:56 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,389
Posted By RockyMountainHermit

Vent Valve/Definitive Diagnosis Possible?

'96 S-10/2 dr

CE light with a PO446 code.

Took it to a local mechanic for "diagnosis." But he actually didn't diagnose anything with certainty. Instead, he tells me it's "probable" that it's a...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
09-20-2014, 06:29 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,780
Posted By RockyMountainHermit

Thanks, Tony. By "upper vent," I didn't mean the...

Thanks, Tony. By "upper vent," I didn't mean the defroster vent. Sorry. I meant the main vent coming out of the dash. Haven't tested the defroster vent yet.
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
09-20-2014, 06:26 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,780
Posted By RockyMountainHermit

Thanks. I'll try the defroster vent. How...

Thanks. I'll try the defroster vent.

How would I get the dash off (if you have experience doing that) in the easiest way possible?

Suppose it could be one of the actuators too, according to...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
09-18-2014, 12:59 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,780
Posted By RockyMountainHermit

Upper Air Vent Blocked?

'96 S-10: No air is currently coming out of the upper vent when I use either the air conditioner or outside air settings, even with the fan speed set to the highest position. I can hear air beating...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
01-16-2014, 05:35 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,012
Posted By RockyMountainHermit

Ha. Thanks for the offer. I'm pretty close to the...

Ha. Thanks for the offer. I'm pretty close to the Nebraska border actually. :)

Yeah, I agree with you. I don't want to spend any money on it. I think it'll be fine if I just keep monitoring it....
Forum: Engine & Transmission
01-16-2014, 02:35 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,012
Posted By RockyMountainHermit

'96 S-10 Transmission Leaks

I don't get under cars. Don't have time for stuff like that and it's not my thing anyway. I pay other people to work on my cars.

I'm using my '96 S-10 as a mountain (Colorado Rockies) utility...
Forum: General Chat
01-13-2014, 11:09 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 516
Posted By RockyMountainHermit

Roof Basket/Suggestions?

'96 Blazer S-10/2-Door:

We have two new SUVs (Subaru Foresters) that I want to keep looking new, so I'm using my old S-10 as a utility vehicle at the moment for hauling this and that, etc.

I'd...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
01-01-2014, 03:05 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,692
Posted By RockyMountainHermit

The new struts came with clips. Thanks, though. ...

The new struts came with clips. Thanks, though.

Now that I've done this once (thanks to help from Captain Hook), it'd be easy to do the second time. Got 'em in and they're working like new. And...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
01-01-2014, 09:39 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,692
Posted By RockyMountainHermit

Thanks a lot, my friend. My "assistant"...

Thanks a lot, my friend.

My "assistant" will be a 47" 2 x 4.
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
12-31-2013, 09:56 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,692
Posted By RockyMountainHermit

Ha. Yeah, I bet. They seem like pretty strong...

Ha. Yeah, I bet. They seem like pretty strong clips. I was trying to tap one of the struts loose with a hammer; wasn't working. Kind of stupid looking back on it now. Don't think I did any damage to...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
12-31-2013, 08:45 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,692
Posted By RockyMountainHermit

Okay. Appreciate it. I'll give that a try.

Okay. Appreciate it. I'll give that a try.
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
12-31-2013, 08:05 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,692
Posted By RockyMountainHermit

Rear Window Struts/Installation

My '96 Blazer S-10/2-door: I just bought two new rear-window struts to replace the ones that have now failed. The window will no longer stay up by itself.

I had been figuring it'd be an easy...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
11-15-2013, 06:42 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 542
Posted By RockyMountainHermit

Serpentine Belt/'96 S-10/Neoprene?

I need to know what kind of serpentine belt my '96 S-10 is supposed to get. Is it neoprene or EPDM?
Forum: General Chat
07-21-2013, 07:22 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,014
Posted By RockyMountainHermit

In all seriousness, the thought has actually...

In all seriousness, the thought has actually crossed my mind. :)

Looks like I'm going to have to try to figure out what kind of belt it is (neoprene or DPTM) because it looks like wear on neoprene...
Forum: General Chat
07-21-2013, 10:23 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,014
Posted By RockyMountainHermit

Thanks, Toby. Funny you should mention that...

Thanks, Toby.

Funny you should mention that because I saw those advertised online and I ordered one; got it in the mail the other day.

Here's the problem, though: From what I'm reading, you can...
Forum: General Chat
07-21-2013, 10:17 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,014
Posted By RockyMountainHermit

Thanks.

Thanks.
Forum: General Chat
07-20-2013, 03:11 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,014
Posted By RockyMountainHermit

Serpentine Belt Inspection?

Had wanted to post this question in the General Tech Help forum, but no New Thread tab appears there.

Anyway...I have a '96 Blazer/2-door S-10 that we use as a utility vehicle and I had the...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
12-16-2012, 04:13 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 13,179
Posted By RockyMountainHermit

It actually has three external gasket leaks--not...

It actually has three external gasket leaks--not just the pan gasket and I have no interest in doing the work on it myself. Don't have the time and don't like working on cars anyway. And I'm...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
12-16-2012, 03:25 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 13,179
Posted By RockyMountainHermit

'96 S-10/Transmission Fluid/Dexron III?

I now have a slow leak in the transmission (pan gasket, etc.) and I'm just going to add transmission fluid periodically as it leaks out.

Not sure what to add though. Manual says Dexron III, but I...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
12-16-2012, 09:21 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,165
Posted By RockyMountainHermit

Thanks all. I think I'll steer clear of any...

Thanks all.

I think I'll steer clear of any stop-leak and just keep an eye on it. I taped a white kitchen trash bag down to the garage floor under the transmission pan so I can get a rough measure...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
12-15-2012, 09:27 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,165
Posted By RockyMountainHermit

Transmission Fluid With Stop-Leak?

'96 S-10

Now my transmission has drip leaks. Diagnosed by a local mechanic (good, honest guy) as leaks coming from the neutral safety switch and servo and possibly from the pan gasket as well.
...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
06-15-2012, 11:38 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,139
Posted By RockyMountainHermit

Engine Oil Overfill

'96 S-10

Have a low-mileage (93k) S-10 whose catalytic converter had to be replaced last year. Everybody was surprised it failed so soon.

Was reading today that too much engine oil can coat the...
Forum: Tires and Wheels
06-09-2012, 04:08 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 5,732
Posted By RockyMountainHermit

Tire Pressure/What's the "240" in 35/240 PSI?

'96 Blazer S-10.

Just bought new 30 x 9.50 x 15 tires (BFG/A/Ts). Tire center inflated them to 35 PSI. Door tag says "35/240 PSI/KPA." Huh? What the heck does the "240" stand for and what's "KPA?"...
Forum: Tires and Wheels
06-09-2012, 01:56 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,989
Posted By RockyMountainHermit

Mine's a '96 Blazer S-10. Door tag says 35 for...

Mine's a '96 Blazer S-10. Door tag says 35 for all tires. Like I said above, though, I wouldn't be surprised if the entire problem I had with wear in the middle of the tires was caused by the siping....
Forum: Tires and Wheels
06-09-2012, 01:48 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,989
Posted By RockyMountainHermit

Cool, M.D., I'm up in Conifer at 10,000...

Cool, M.D.,

I'm up in Conifer at 10,000 feet. Where are you?

Yeah--Siping is B.S. in my opinion. Discount Tire makes a quick $50 or more with each set of tires it does and it's all profit. All...
Forum: Tires and Wheels
06-08-2012, 02:39 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,989
Posted By RockyMountainHermit

Okay, I tried chalk today to find the highest PSI...

Okay, I tried chalk today to find the highest PSI that would erase the chalk mark/line across the tread. I snapped a chalk line actually, though, instead of using a stick of chalk. Didn't work all...
Forum: Tires and Wheels
06-07-2012, 07:52 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,989
Posted By RockyMountainHermit

Still haven't done the chalk thing. Too busy with...

Still haven't done the chalk thing. Too busy with other stuff at the moment, but I'll probably be getting to it soon (the Blazer's our second car, so it's still sitting idle).

On MPG/tire...
Forum: Tires and Wheels
06-06-2012, 08:03 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,989
Posted By RockyMountainHermit

Okay. Sure, I'll post a reply. Gotta find some...

Okay. Sure, I'll post a reply. Gotta find some chalk first, though. I'm gonna guess the PSI will be somewhere in the mid-twenties. So much for the car manufacturer's recommendations (35 PSI)....
Forum: Tires and Wheels
06-05-2012, 08:46 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,989
Posted By RockyMountainHermit

Thanks for the comments. I like the chalk...

Thanks for the comments. I like the chalk suggestion. I'll try it.

I didn't get the siping done because in the end I think it's a gimmick used to jack up profits. And I agree: There's already some...
Forum: Tires and Wheels
06-05-2012, 10:07 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,989
Posted By RockyMountainHermit

"Siping" for New Tires/Good or Bad?

I'm going to be replacing my worn BF Goodrich A/T tires today at Discount Tire. They offer siping (small razor cuts in the tires to improve traction/longevity, supposedly) if I choose to have that...
Forum: General Chat
06-01-2012, 09:23 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,537
Posted By RockyMountainHermit

Thanks for the comments. The Duratracs also...

Thanks for the comments. The Duratracs also currently are offering a $60 rebate for a set of four also, which makes them about the same price as the BFGs, so it's tempting.

I have read some...
Forum: General Chat
05-31-2012, 07:43 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,537
Posted By RockyMountainHermit

Best Winter/Snow Tires??

'96 S-10 with 15" wheels.

I have to replace my BF Goodrich All Terrain tires (30 x 9.50). Got about 35k out of them, which is okay, I guess. I'm thinking about replacing them with new ones. But...
Forum: General Chat
05-30-2012, 07:05 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,577
Posted By RockyMountainHermit

Thanks for the comments. I'd rather be safe than...

Thanks for the comments. I'd rather be safe than sorry so I've decided to buy the hoses ($55) and pay somebody for labor. So not worth the worry.
Forum: General Chat
05-29-2012, 08:15 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,577
Posted By RockyMountainHermit

Radiator hoses/how often should they be changed?

'96 Blazer S-10

The last thing I ever want to be facing is a leaking radiator hose if I wind up out in the middle of nowhere.

How often to change them out is confusing, though. Some say they'll...
Forum: General Chat
03-21-2012, 04:33 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,897
Posted By RockyMountainHermit

Thanks. Appreciate it. That's what I...

Thanks. Appreciate it.

That's what I wanted--Just a general, ballpark suggestion.
Forum: General Chat
03-20-2012, 02:06 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,897
Posted By RockyMountainHermit

S-10 Fluid Change Intervals?

I have a '96 Blazer S-10. How often do I need to change the following fluids? Transfer case, rear differential, transmission. Thanks.
Forum: General Chat
07-18-2011, 02:48 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,253
Posted By RockyMountainHermit

Thanks for the comments. Yeah--I can see why a...

Thanks for the comments. Yeah--I can see why a Chevy mechanic wouldn't give a rat's tail about any "parasitic drag" I might have to suffer as long as it didn't do any mechanical damage. BTW, good...
Forum: General Chat
07-18-2011, 11:07 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,253
Posted By RockyMountainHermit

Transmission Fluid Levels

I dipsticked my transmission fluid the other day (1996 S10 with only 90k), mainly to check the color/appearance, etc. Everything looked good in that respect (have had three previous fluid...
Forum: Steering, Suspension & Drivetrain
07-05-2011, 07:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 14,212
Posted By RockyMountainHermit

I have a '96 Blazer S-10 with a very loud,...

I have a '96 Blazer S-10 with a very loud, annoying squeak while driving; going over bumps or driving on any dirt road, etc., etc. It was really hard to detect what was causing it while I was in the...
Forum: Steering, Suspension & Drivetrain
07-04-2011, 11:18 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 16,382
Posted By RockyMountainHermit

Thanks, Chris. Interesting about the PS...

Thanks, Chris.

Interesting about the PS fluid lasting so long. Good to get a first-hand account of that. Think maybe I'll just tweak the level, then, and check it occasionally from that point...
Forum: Steering, Suspension & Drivetrain
07-03-2011, 10:17 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 16,382
Posted By RockyMountainHermit

One thing's for sure: I ain't no mechanic. So I...

One thing's for sure: I ain't no mechanic. So I use mechanics to do the work for me but I also try to understand what they're supposed to be doing so I can monitor what they do.

I want to see if...
Forum: General Chat
06-18-2011, 01:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,184
Posted By RockyMountainHermit

DexCool and the green stuff are both made by...

DexCool and the green stuff are both made by Prestone, though, so I don't know why one would be better than the other.

All I know is that the DexCool doesn't seem to inhibit rust. Don't get it.
...
Forum: General Chat
06-18-2011, 09:26 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,184
Posted By RockyMountainHermit

Tibby, Thanks. I think I'll do that as well....

Tibby,

Thanks. I think I'll do that as well.

How long have you been running it with Prestone?

Was also reading online that DexCool has been implicated in intake-manifold gasket erosion.
...
Forum: General Chat
06-17-2011, 09:43 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,184
Posted By RockyMountainHermit

DexCool: Replace How Often?

There seems to be a lot of disagreement about how often to flush/replace DexCool.

Although, considering that my '96 Blazer S10 heater core rotted out last year (at only 80,000 miles) after...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
06-15-2011, 08:42 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,912
Posted By RockyMountainHermit

Okay, now you've got me worried. When you say...

Okay, now you've got me worried. When you say "cut and clamp," are you saying that all cats on a '96 Blazer S10 are welded in from the factory and that any mechanic who tells me he can "direct fit" a...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
06-15-2011, 11:11 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,912
Posted By RockyMountainHermit

Thanks, MC. Hmmm, well I have already...

Thanks, MC.

Hmmm, well I have already scheduled an appointment for the cat. Think I'll just go ahead and do it (just so I don't have to think about it anymore). The $455 price: Yeah--I agree;...
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