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01-12-2014, 12:28 AM
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Posted By norteno

#3 spark plug

I changed my #3 by putting the spark plug socket on it and using an open end wrench to turn it out. Didn't have to or want to disconnect steering shaft or buy any new fangled gadgets.. It came out...
01-12-2014, 12:16 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,719
Posted By norteno

I changed my #3 by putting the spark plug socket...

I changed my #3 by putting the spark plug socket on it and using an open end wrench to turn it out. Slowly but surely and didn't have to disconnect anything. The end of the socket has a hex head on...
01-05-2014, 06:27 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,949
Posted By norteno

flushed heater core and replaced t-stat. when...

flushed heater core and replaced t-stat. when pouring water into radiator, it started leaking out pretty bad from under middle of engine roughly from above the oil pan, tranny pan area, not from...
12-29-2013, 04:09 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,949
Posted By norteno

loss of heat then overheat

temp gauge on my 97 blazer normally runs 1/4 of the way up and heat works fine. all of a sudden heater/defroster begins blowing cold air and needle goes up halfway then almost 3/4 ways then back down...
12-14-2013, 10:16 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 493
Posted By norteno

Thumbs up 4X4 update

I did the front axle swap on my 97 blazer last winter and so far everything is working very well. I get 4 wheel hi and lo. and haven't noticed any dramatic MPG difference. I think tho that blazers...
03-24-2013, 10:29 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,282
Posted By norteno

Pay attention to Captain Hook, he knows his...

Pay attention to Captain Hook, he knows his business. He helped me out a whole lot. Thanks again Captain.
03-24-2013, 09:56 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,282
Posted By norteno

look up "Bravada axle swap" and considering...

look up "Bravada axle swap" and considering switching the whole set-up. I learned a lot about this issue on this site.
03-24-2013, 06:30 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,285
Posted By norteno

front drivers side diff seal replacenent

I began changing the drivers side diff seal. here are some pics. I 1. used impact to loosen hub nut, 2. wire brushed all nuts, bolts and brackets, 3. PB blasted nuts, bolts and brackets and let sit...
03-21-2013, 08:11 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,175
Posted By norteno

The axle/wheel does not spin by hand when I press...

The axle/wheel does not spin by hand when I press 4WD button which means 4WD is engaged, right? I took out all the vacuum actuator, cable, and tube, collar and replaced it with the AWD axle and tube....
03-21-2013, 04:26 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,175
Posted By norteno

switching from 4WD back to 2WD

I just completed the bravada front axle swap and have another question that I don't think I asked before, I hope not anyways. I test drove Blazer after the swap and it seems to engage 4WD wheel drive...
03-16-2013, 04:15 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,481
Posted By norteno

I tried driving in a snow covered parking lot but...

I tried driving in a snow covered parking lot but could not tell for sure if front tires were spinnin. I saw spin-out marks behind rear tires but not sure about the front. I had my girl look at...
03-10-2013, 10:53 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,481
Posted By norteno

thanks again captain hook. I filled the diff...

thanks again captain hook. I filled the diff until fluid poured out of fill hole and drove for about 1 mile in snow and ice and it drives like it's in 4WD now. I didn't have time to perform any other...
03-09-2013, 06:17 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,481
Posted By norteno

I been looking at an exploded diagram and I think...

I been looking at an exploded diagram and I think the seal is pressed in on the diff?! Is that right? does the whole diff need to come out or can i get to it by prying the CV joint out and exposing...
03-09-2013, 11:17 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,481
Posted By norteno

I got everything apart and had the usual stubborn...

I got everything apart and had the usual stubborn nut/bolt but nothing broke off. I will be reassembling it today and test driving for 4X4 function. When I pulled off the axle tube, there was no gear...
02-24-2013, 11:10 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,481
Posted By norteno

I could not get the damn seal out of the axle...

I could not get the damn seal out of the axle tube. It was very tight. I could not get any leverage. I did not have access to a vice so I came up with this. I bolted the tube to a piece of 2X10 and...
02-11-2013, 08:16 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 29,051
Posted By norteno

What about the switch with the electrical...

What about the switch with the electrical connection that screws into the vacuum actuated axle tubes? Mine has one that is located just about where the cable housing goes in the tube. It screws in...
02-11-2013, 02:32 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,481
Posted By norteno

With the bravada axle set-up, can I still go from...

With the bravada axle set-up, can I still go from 4HI to 4LO? The info I read said the axle and front drive shaft will always spin, even in 2WD and maybe decrease MPG and cause extra wear on the diff...
02-10-2013, 09:54 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,481
Posted By norteno

i got a different actuator cable for free from...

i got a different actuator cable for free from junkyard because I bought bravada 1 pc axle and tube there for $30. I first took old cable out, lubed it up and it did not seem to bind or be stretched....
12-31-2012, 01:00 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,481
Posted By norteno

Thanks captain, so the CV joint/half shaft...

Thanks captain, so the CV joint/half shaft disconnects fron axle tube by prying it out right? I found another post of yours that shows how to remove the CV joint/half shaft and it seems pretty...
12-31-2012, 12:21 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,481
Posted By norteno

I took these pictures and am wondering if anyone...

I took these pictures and am wondering if anyone can guide me through taking the axle tube out and apart so I can diagnose it and hopefully fix it.
12-16-2012, 02:30 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,481
Posted By norteno

thanks again man, is it a very complicated job...

thanks again man, is it a very complicated job disassembling the axle tube and diagnosing which part is worn or broken and is it doable by the diy'er like myself? and are there posts on this site...
12-16-2012, 01:19 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,481
Posted By norteno

I measured 16 inches HG of vacuum from line going...

I measured 16 inches HG of vacuum from line going into actuator. the actuator/rubber diaphram compresses all the way in and holds while truck is running. I tried to compress it further with a c-clamp...
12-14-2012, 04:17 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,481
Posted By norteno

captain hook, I have been studying a lot of your...

captain hook, I have been studying a lot of your other posts on this same subject. You are very knowledgable. I am going to try to avoid repeating any questions that have already been asked but does...
12-13-2012, 12:59 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,481
Posted By norteno

I did what exactly what you said and yes, the...

I did what exactly what you said and yes, the wheel spins around with no resistance. What does this mean? Does this test apply when in 4lo? When I put it in 4lo, it feels like it engages and drives...
12-10-2012, 08:19 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,481
Posted By norteno

another 4x4 question?

Mine is 97 blazer lt with 3 button switch. 4 hi and lo light up when pressed but no engagement. The rubber actuator diaphragm pulls cable out far enough and holds vacuum. In 4hi there is nothing....
12-08-2012, 09:58 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,301
Posted By norteno

power door locks

i've been reading through this site and unable to find out how to locate the fuse or fuses for the power door locks for my 1997 4X4 Blazer LT. I disconnected the battery recently and ran the truck...
11-22-2012, 09:14 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,474
Posted By norteno

Thumbs up after further inspection, I concluded that 1. You...

after further inspection, I concluded that 1. You are right. haynes and Chiltons manuals are not detailed or specific enough for me. I'd much rather rely on the extensive knowledge and experience of...
11-21-2012, 10:43 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,474
Posted By norteno

2WD or 4X4

my 1997 4X4 blazer has the front suspension of a 2WD. The chiltons and haynes manuals have pictures of both front end suspenison/steering parts and mine looks exactly like a 2WD front suspension. I...
12-28-2011, 09:53 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,415
Posted By norteno

brake lines

I have 1997 Blazer 4X4LT. Had to slam on brakes and burst brake line going to rear wheel driver side around back door area. Is there a way to remove/replace this brake line?? It looks tucked up on...
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