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Forum: Engine & Transmission
03-13-2019, 01:09 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,219
Posted By Vovin

You know, I did actually look this problem up...

You know, I did actually look this problem up both here and on google and I did not find anything regarding this specific problem, hence why I made this thread. I look stuff like this up all of the...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
03-12-2019, 10:39 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,219
Posted By Vovin

We use our fingers to engage the valve to release...

We use our fingers to engage the valve to release air that is in the fuel lines that should not be in there.

And yes I am aware that it may be a good idea to check the fuel pressure. ...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
03-12-2019, 09:22 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,219
Posted By Vovin

1999 Air in fuel line

So I mothballed my 1999 Blazer for at least a year, rolled my other truck, now back to the Blazer.

Before mothballing, Blazer was developing issues with starting up: having to crank ignition...
Forum: Lighting & Electrical
12-10-2016, 08:40 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,590
Posted By Vovin

Exactly, and I would have felt the satisfaction...

Exactly, and I would have felt the satisfaction of making the repair myself.

That relay cost me $20, $29 before discount. They didn't want to refund it because I plugged it in but I convinced...
Forum: Lighting & Electrical
12-10-2016, 05:06 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,590
Posted By Vovin

So funny story. First thing I did today was...

So funny story.

First thing I did today was go to the parts store. I pulled out that DRL relay and brought it to the clerk. They sold me a replacement relay, said it was the same kind of relay. ...
Forum: Lighting & Electrical
12-08-2016, 11:41 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,590
Posted By Vovin

Sorry, it wasn't the DRL Relay that I changed but...

Sorry, it wasn't the DRL Relay that I changed but rather the headlamp relay. That definitely makes sense though considering what we saw when we pulled the fuse box apart lol. I'll definitely try...
Forum: Lighting & Electrical
12-08-2016, 11:36 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,590
Posted By Vovin

Sorry rockp2, I didn't see your reply. I...

Sorry rockp2, I didn't see your reply.

I haven't yet figured out the problem. I plan to bring it to the shop tomorrow but I would really like to save money here.

I just realized today that my...
Forum: Lighting & Electrical
12-02-2016, 04:05 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,590
Posted By Vovin

Do you know where the headlight grounds are? ...

Do you know where the headlight grounds are? Specifically if, and where, there is a headlight relay ground wire. I have a feeling we may have missed one somewhere.

We did hit 4 grounds: one was...
Forum: Lighting & Electrical
12-01-2016, 08:32 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,590
Posted By Vovin

No left low/high beams

Hey guys, I've been constantly fixing stuff up on my 1999 Blazer LS and now both my driver-side headlights are gone.

I noticed a month ago that the hi-beam wasn't working, and then the low-beam...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
11-16-2016, 10:12 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,043
Posted By Vovin

I place the blame on all the self-proclaimed...

I place the blame on all the self-proclaimed "experts" who lecture me on how stupid I must be compared to their decades of experience, only to always contradict each other and end up coming up with...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
11-15-2016, 10:16 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,043
Posted By Vovin

As for why I made this new thread (aside from...

As for why I made this new thread (aside from this being a new problem), let me explain to you how the internet works:

People have a mechanical problem, so they go on Google and search it based on...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
11-15-2016, 09:55 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,043
Posted By Vovin

Brought it to the GMC dealer and the problem was...

Brought it to the GMC dealer and the problem was finally fixed after six months, four mechanics, and at least a thousand dollars later.

Turns out it was all because I did exactly what you people...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
11-13-2016, 01:17 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,043
Posted By Vovin

I'm definitely going to the Chevy dealership when...

I'm definitely going to the Chevy dealership when it opens on Monday to deal with the camshaft/crankshaft sensor stuff.

I'm not saying the MAF is a problem, but I've always wanted to get rid of...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
11-12-2016, 08:23 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,043
Posted By Vovin

I'm saying that the surging seems to be an...

I'm saying that the surging seems to be an entirely separate problem than the P1345 code, considering that I've had that code for months and the surging only just started after the mechanic worked on...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
11-12-2016, 09:42 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,043
Posted By Vovin

I was reading this older thread where a guy had...

I was reading this older thread where a guy had similar problems, and the MAF sensor turned out to be the biggest cause. Are there easy ways to test this?

...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
11-12-2016, 03:41 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,043
Posted By Vovin

So is that something a Chevy dealership would do?...

So is that something a Chevy dealership would do? Any idea how many hours they would bill me for that?
Forum: Engine & Transmission
11-12-2016, 01:13 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,043
Posted By Vovin

1999 Blazer LS P1345 code engine surging

Hey guys,

I've had nothing but problems with my 1999 Blazer LS over the past two years. I had a distributor issue since May, as after seeing a few mechanics and spending hundreds of dollars, the...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
06-29-2016, 11:41 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 8,072
Posted By Vovin

What's with the condescending attitude? I know...

What's with the condescending attitude? I know how to read. Clearly there is a misunderstanding here: you obviously understand the procedure, but the people around where I live do not. So I have...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
06-23-2016, 03:12 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 8,072
Posted By Vovin

The reason why I'm asking questions is because...

The reason why I'm asking questions is because I'm on my own on this and I would prefer to know all the variables before I run into them.

For instance, I had a mechanic here. All I really wanted...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
06-23-2016, 10:39 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 8,072
Posted By Vovin

What do you mean by don't modify the distributor...

What do you mean by don't modify the distributor hold down clamp; does that include taking it off? if you're referring to the thing that bolts down the distributor (single bolt), I had to take it...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
06-23-2016, 04:09 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 8,072
Posted By Vovin

I found the other video where the guy films...

I found the other video where the guy films himself hand cranking the crankshaft pulley (video is P0305 misfire code video). Of course he took the fan out. Of course my buddy was trying to...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
06-23-2016, 03:46 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 8,072
Posted By Vovin

I've seen this video about 10 times, and it has...

I've seen this video about 10 times, and it has nothing about TDC (he says right in the video that he has another video on finding TDC, but I've never found it).

We did remove the skid plate and...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
06-22-2016, 07:29 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 8,072
Posted By Vovin

Hey guys, So I got the distributor, but no...

Hey guys,

So I got the distributor, but no dice on a decent scan tool.

We decided to just wing it because it seems like it would be easy going after getting TDC...

Then we done fudged up. ...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
06-06-2016, 01:32 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 8,072
Posted By Vovin

No idea lol. I had this Blazer for a year, most...

No idea lol. I had this Blazer for a year, most info I had on it from previous owner was bodywork done to pass inspection, as well as maintaining the engine itself. I just noticed the inspection...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
06-05-2016, 02:01 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 8,072
Posted By Vovin

I tried out Mode 6 on my BlueDriver Bluetooth/App...

I tried out Mode 6 on my BlueDriver Bluetooth/App scanner for the first time, found some interesting graphs (like O2 sensors). Unfortunately, the company stated on Amazon that it doesn't support cam...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
06-05-2016, 01:45 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 8,072
Posted By Vovin

I do have that exact setup. A mechanic told me...

I do have that exact setup. A mechanic told me there was a minor leak in the transfer case, but I've never noticed any transmission fluid leaks. Occasionally I check trans fluid level and it all...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
06-03-2016, 04:33 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 8,072
Posted By Vovin

So guys, I was looking up how to change the...

So guys, I was looking up how to change the distributor and the procedures (for whenever I get a new distributor).

My first question is how can I use my scan tool to check the cam retard...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
06-01-2016, 01:42 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 8,072
Posted By Vovin

I looked at the distributors on the Skip White...

I looked at the distributors on the Skip White website and they look way better than anything else available. Thing is I'm in British Columbia, and while website says they'll ship to Canada, it only...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
06-01-2016, 11:00 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 8,072
Posted By Vovin

Ok, so you're saying the gear is part of the body...

Ok, so you're saying the gear is part of the body itself. The rotor definitely has play, so I should really be replacing the whole set up.

I'm just kinda confused though. You're saying I should...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
06-01-2016, 04:56 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 8,072
Posted By Vovin

Hmmm well, the distributor body looked like...

Hmmm well, the distributor body looked like decent aluminum. The whole AC delco distributor kit looked quite expensive.

I definitely need a new cap and gear. When you're buying a gear, is it...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
05-31-2016, 11:28 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 8,072
Posted By Vovin

Just to update: I decided to open up the...

Just to update:

I decided to open up the distributor today. The gear clearly had a fair amount of play in it. The nodes for conducting electricity on both the gear and the cap had corrosion so I...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
05-31-2016, 07:41 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 8,072
Posted By Vovin

I should also mention some other things. It's...

I should also mention some other things. It's definitely vibrating more than it should be at low speeds. Most of all, there's definitely less of a smooth transition when it shifts gears. It's...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
05-31-2016, 07:33 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 8,072
Posted By Vovin

Lesmyer- I have a BlueDriver scan tool. I...

Lesmyer-

I have a BlueDriver scan tool. I understand it's basic features, but I could do more diagnosing with tips on what to do (as I'm not a mechanic I'm not familiar with many technical...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
05-31-2016, 07:25 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 8,072
Posted By Vovin

Cool thanks

Cool thanks
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
05-31-2016, 03:29 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 8,072
Posted By Vovin

#1: I gapped all the plugs. Plugs and wires...

#1: I gapped all the plugs. Plugs and wires were all top quality from chain parts store. My main concern is that #4 plug is sticking out more than I remember seeing the previous plug in that...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
05-31-2016, 12:26 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 8,072
Posted By Vovin

1999 Blazer LS under the hood questions

I just have a couple of questions for experienced Blazer owners. I've been constantly experiencing performance issues, and constantly fixing problems only to have new ones arise... so hopefully I...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
05-30-2016, 11:57 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,131
Posted By Vovin

I'm having similar issues, although probably...

I'm having similar issues, although probably different causes.

But just to through it out there, check your PVC hose connection. I had a hell of a time trying to keep this thing steady at 100km...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
05-10-2016, 08:13 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 731
Posted By Vovin

My buddy who took out the fuel pump is a heavy...

My buddy who took out the fuel pump is a heavy duty mechanic, and we're all small town people. I definitely wouldn't say that using an edge grinder for this job is by the book procedure, but real...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
05-09-2016, 06:20 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 731
Posted By Vovin

A mechanic buddy was in town and he determined...

A mechanic buddy was in town and he determined that it was definitely the fuel pump. We cut a hole in the back of the Blazer's floor and replaced it instead of dropping the tank, and now it runs...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
05-05-2016, 11:25 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 731
Posted By Vovin

1999 Blazer LS electrical issue???

Hey guys I really need some input here.

I have a 1999 blazer LS that has a few problems that I've been working on since I bought it (mostly minor things that can be ignored).

Over last couple...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
04-22-2016, 01:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 632
Posted By Vovin

Interesting, so I take it this has happened to...

Interesting, so I take it this has happened to you before?

So you're saying that the spark just isn't making it to the plugs in the first place?

I will check it out tonight to see if there is...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
04-22-2016, 10:25 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 632
Posted By Vovin

1999 Blazer engine issues

So I just went on a business trip and encountered some issues along the way.

Essentially it began when I was doing about 100km up a hill. My engine light came on (was blinking, was not the usual...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
04-22-2016, 09:44 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,927
Posted By Vovin

I had a similar problem with a 1999 Blazer. I...

I had a similar problem with a 1999 Blazer. I was driving up a hill and unexpectedly lost all throttle. I suspected it was a catalytic converter problem (especially because I smelled sulphur), but...
Forum: Steering, Suspension & Drivetrain
07-10-2015, 07:10 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,265
Posted By Vovin

It may not be a CV issue. The problem has...

It may not be a CV issue.

The problem has progressed significantly since yesterday. It's not really a clicking sounds as it is a flapping sound coming from the left wheel. Particularly bad on...
Forum: Steering, Suspension & Drivetrain
07-10-2015, 09:29 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,265
Posted By Vovin

Actually I'm almost convinced I have a bad cv...

Actually I'm almost convinced I have a bad cv joint. Hopefully it's just the outer one and not the whole arm.

Any tutorials on how to replace it, preferably without affecting alignment?
Forum: Steering, Suspension & Drivetrain
07-10-2015, 08:36 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,265
Posted By Vovin

Ok that helps. Also do you happen to know the...

Ok that helps. Also do you happen to know the correct torque pressure for lug nuts on the wheels?

Another thing, my mechanic buddy thinks I may have bad c/v joints. What are the symptoms of this?
Forum: Steering, Suspension & Drivetrain
07-09-2015, 11:03 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,265
Posted By Vovin

Front suspension problems, grinding sounds

Hey guys. I bought a Blazer a couple months ago, discovered numerous issues with it. Most issues were manageable or not a big deal, but I have already put a lot of money into the front end and it is...
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