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06-02-2018, 10:06 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 371
Posted By jck1961

I did this swap about 2 years ago and it was a...

I did this swap about 2 years ago and it was a direct bolt in provided you have the parking brake cables for the disc brake differential.
04-29-2018, 09:37 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 10,450
Posted By jck1961

You can get them from the bottom with a series of...

You can get them from the bottom with a series of extensions and a swivel socket or from the top with a wrench after removing the lower intake manifold.
04-19-2018, 06:45 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 447
Posted By jck1961

Did you check the vent valve on the top front of...

Did you check the vent valve on the top front of the tank? It can leak around the o-ring or the nipple that connects to the vent hose can break off.
11-30-2017, 06:40 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 830
Posted By jck1961

I've tore several of these engines down with...

I've tore several of these engines down with mileage between 150k-230k. None showed any sign of ring groove in the cylinders and the hone marks were still visible.

I have 270k on one that needed...
11-23-2017, 09:02 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 372
Posted By jck1961

It could also be a bad rubber brake hose that...

It could also be a bad rubber brake hose that connects to the caliper causing unequal pressure between the calipers.
11-20-2017, 05:08 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 287
Posted By jck1961

Did you connect the rubber hose to the vent...

Did you connect the rubber hose to the vent located in the front of the tank?
10-24-2017, 09:11 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 401
Posted By jck1961

Glad I could help ! You'll need to drain the...

Glad I could help ! You'll need to drain the extra fluid from the transfer case or it will get sucked into the vacuum lines and cause more problems. Just remove the fill plug and have a large pan...
10-24-2017, 11:36 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,137
Posted By jck1961

That's a nice write-up by Lesmyer! As noted the...

That's a nice write-up by Lesmyer! As noted the upper bell housing bolts seem to be the most troublesome part of the job. I remove the upper and lower intake making all but the left corner bolt...
10-23-2017, 09:21 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,137
Posted By jck1961

The temp sensor just unscrews from the head. You...

The temp sensor just unscrews from the head. You can just replace it with the one from the original engine. It sounds most likely to be head gasket in your case.
10-23-2017, 09:10 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 401
Posted By jck1961

Have you checked the trans fluid level? It's...

Have you checked the trans fluid level? It's possible that the seal between the transmission is bad and allowed the trans fluid to leak into the transfer case. Sitting in the position you described...
10-23-2017, 08:55 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,137
Posted By jck1961

I've made that swap and iirc the only difference...

I've made that swap and iirc the only difference was the temp sensor which can be swapped out, no problem. Is it possible you have a bad lower intake gasket and not a head gasket? These engines are...
10-09-2017, 12:00 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 963
Posted By jck1961

Just like yours, my right side wore out very...

Just like yours, my right side wore out very quickly and my first thought was the right side was sticking when the brakes were applied.
After changing out everything on the right side I noticed...
10-08-2017, 11:36 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 727
Posted By jck1961

The first thing that comes to mind that is not on...

The first thing that comes to mind that is not on your list is the oil cooler lines. There are two pair of lines, one on each side of the oil filter.
10-08-2017, 11:29 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 963
Posted By jck1961

Have you replaced the wheel cylinder on the left...

Have you replaced the wheel cylinder on the left side? I had this happen and after I replaced the wheel cylinder on the opposite side it fixed the problem.
04-08-2017, 11:21 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 506
Posted By jck1961

Is it possible that you were at tdc on exhaust...

Is it possible that you were at tdc on exhaust stroke and not compression stroke? The crank rotates 2x the camshaft, so the timing marks will line up at tdc on both compression and exhaust strokes....
09-28-2016, 02:59 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 967
Posted By jck1961

From your description, it sounds like you have a...

From your description, it sounds like you have a 3 button 4wd switch on your dash board. If so, the likely solution to your problem is a stuck transfer case vacuum switch.

It's located on top of...
02-07-2012, 03:12 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,998
Posted By jck1961

P0102 is a MAF sensor code. P0171, P0174 are O2...

P0102 is a MAF sensor code. P0171, P0174 are O2 sensor codes. I would try cleaning the MAF sensor and look for vacuum leaks.
02-07-2012, 03:06 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 891
Posted By jck1961

Sound like an oil cooler line may have broken....

Sound like an oil cooler line may have broken. They run from the drivers side of engine block to the oil filter adapter. There is also a pair of oil lines that go from the oil filter adapter to the...
02-01-2012, 06:25 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,401
Posted By jck1961

It's hot too bad, 7/8 wrench I believe. Once you...

It's hot too bad, 7/8 wrench I believe. Once you get it loose,you should be able to spin it out with your fingers. There may be some crud around it that needs to cleaned off. The 3 vacuum lines that...
01-31-2012, 04:31 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,401
Posted By jck1961

I wasn't referring to the switch on the dash....

I wasn't referring to the switch on the dash. This switch is on the top of the transfer case above where the front driveshaft is. It has 3 vacuum lines that attach to it. This is assuming that your...
01-30-2012, 05:05 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,122
Posted By jck1961

Sounds like a bad transfer case vacuum switch....

Sounds like a bad transfer case vacuum switch. I've replaced several. The ball sticks inside allowing vacuum to be constantly applied to the front axle.
01-30-2012, 04:57 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,401
Posted By jck1961

Sounds like you have a faulty transfer case...

Sounds like you have a faulty transfer case vacuum switch. Is this a 3 button 4wd unit ?
12-03-2011, 07:36 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 52,244
Posted By jck1961

I'm assuming you have a 3 button 4wd system. When...

I'm assuming you have a 3 button 4wd system. When you push the buttons you should be able to here the encoder motor on the transfer case shifting positions. If you are only hearing the tccm click,...
12-03-2011, 07:22 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 799
Posted By jck1961

Did you have this problem before changing oil? A...

Did you have this problem before changing oil? A friend of mine experience a similar thing after changing his oil. He removed the Fram filter and replaced it with a Napa Gold and problem solved !!
12-03-2011, 07:15 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 743
Posted By jck1961

One common problem to look for is a leaking fuel...

One common problem to look for is a leaking fuel pressure regulator. You can visually inspect it by removing the "vortec" cover from the top of the plenum and removing the diffuser (I think thats...
12-01-2011, 05:09 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,937
Posted By jck1961

There is no need for the hole. The oil is suppied...

There is no need for the hole. The oil is suppied through the crankshaft and the bearing rides on a layer of oil between the crankshaft and the bearing. Oil doesn't go between the bearing and the rod.
07-10-2010, 12:27 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 14,597
Posted By jck1961

I'm having the same issue also. If you were able...

I'm having the same issue also. If you were able to find the problem could you share the remedy with me?
05-30-2010, 07:41 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 12,340
Posted By jck1961

UPDATE: I finally got around to replacing the...

UPDATE: I finally got around to replacing the fuel tank vent valve and the problem is still there. I have tried only putting about 10 gallons in at a time but if the temperature is above 80 degrees...
05-21-2010, 10:09 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,806
Posted By jck1961

Another possibility could be a stuck transfer...

Another possibility could be a stuck transfer case vacuum switch thats allowing vacuum to the front differential continuously. When this happened on mine it would intermittently sound like the right...
05-16-2010, 09:40 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 27,143
Posted By jck1961

I'm assuming you have a 4wd blazer. If so it...

I'm assuming you have a 4wd blazer. If so it could be a stuck vacuum switch on the transfer case . When mine stuck it would sould like I was running over rumble strips with the right front tire. The...
05-15-2010, 03:08 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 8,891
Posted By jck1961

On my 98 Jimmy, I just dropped one side of the...

On my 98 Jimmy, I just dropped one side of the cross member and that allowed enough room for the pan to drop down. Be careful not to damage the shift solenoids by trying to force the pan off or you...
04-19-2010, 10:03 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 743
Posted By jck1961

You might check your torque converter and...

You might check your torque converter and flexplate bolts and see if they are loose.
04-15-2010, 09:32 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 12,340
Posted By jck1961

I've been running with the cap loose for about a...

I've been running with the cap loose for about a week and the strange thing is that it hasn't set a code. Any suggestions are welcome.
04-09-2010, 02:12 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,046
Posted By jck1961

Here's what you can try: Unhook the vacuum hose...

Here's what you can try: Unhook the vacuum hose that plugs in to the actuator under the battery. With the engine running and in 2wd there should not be any vacuum on the hose. With the engine running...
04-08-2010, 09:31 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,046
Posted By jck1961

Do you notice this noise when in 4wd? You could...

Do you notice this noise when in 4wd? You could have a sticking transfer case vacuum switch which allows vacuum to be placed constantly on the front differential. When the vacuum switch stuck on...
04-06-2010, 06:29 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 12,340
Posted By jck1961

Well, I tried changing the purge solenoid and...

Well, I tried changing the purge solenoid and that didn't work. Something is causing too much pressure in the tank. I'll have to run with the cap loose until I get this resolved.
04-03-2010, 10:55 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 12,340
Posted By jck1961

I just fill it with gas until it clicks off. The...

I just fill it with gas until it clicks off. The problem usually occurs when the tank gets down to 3/4 tank after running for 2 hours or so. The gas odor gets strong and there is gas dripping from...
04-03-2010, 01:09 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 12,340
Posted By jck1961

98 Jimmy fuel leak problem

Hello everyone, I have a 98 Jimmy and it is leaking fuel from the vent solenoid above the
spare tire. This only seems to happen on very warm or hot days and also after driving for 2
hours or...
03-19-2010, 03:33 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,512
Posted By jck1961

Is it possible you could have bumped the shift...

Is it possible you could have bumped the shift solenoids when you rmoved the pan? If yours is a 4wd the only way to get good clearance is to drop the cross member. Trying to wiggle the pan off...
03-15-2010, 09:59 PM
Replies: 1
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Posted By jck1961

It could be the vacuum switch, however you need...

It could be the vacuum switch, however you need to check the accuator located below the battery box. In 4hi or 4lo while the engine is running the accuator diaphram should be pulled in by vacuum,...
03-11-2010, 10:56 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 604
Posted By jck1961

If you try to press one in at a time it will push...

If you try to press one in at a time it will push the other out. Just use one of the old pads across both pistons to press them in evenly.
03-09-2010, 09:26 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,802
Posted By jck1961

If you plan on running your blazer for more than...

If you plan on running your blazer for more than a year, you might as well get the lifers. I use my 98 jimmy for mail delivery. Average life of brake pads... 3-4 months, rotors... 12-18 months.
...
03-08-2010, 05:34 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 784
Posted By jck1961

If your vehicle is a 4wd with a 3 button system,...

If your vehicle is a 4wd with a 3 button system, I would check the transfer case vacuum switch. The ball will stick and cause the front axle to engage.
03-07-2010, 06:23 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,838
Posted By jck1961

Go ahead and change the fluid and clean the pan...

Go ahead and change the fluid and clean the pan and magnet. New clean fluid will not hurt the tansmission. Sometimes the dipstick tube rusts inside and can make things look worse than they really...
03-03-2010, 08:27 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,229
Posted By jck1961

If you must drive your vehicle until you can...

If you must drive your vehicle until you can replace the seal, remove the fill plug on the transfer case to allow the excessive fluid to drain out and reduce the chance of over flowing fluid to drip...
02-24-2010, 06:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,187
Posted By jck1961

If you have a volt meter you can test the...

If you have a volt meter you can test the alternator output by connecting the volt meter to the battery cables while the engine is running. It should read about 14 volts.

You could unhook the...
02-24-2010, 01:18 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 6,799
Posted By jck1961

The egr valve is on the front of the engine, just...

The egr valve is on the front of the engine, just to the front and below the thermostat housing. You could have some carbon build up causing the valve to not close completely. Also check the vacuum...
02-04-2010, 04:00 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 17,929
Posted By jck1961

Sounds like you may have a broken spider gear in...

Sounds like you may have a broken spider gear in the rear differential. You will have to remove the rear cover to check it out. What gasket was oil leaking from?
02-04-2010, 09:05 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 621
Posted By jck1961

If you need to drive the vehicle before you get...

If you need to drive the vehicle before you get it fixed you could remove the battery and battery tray, disconnect and plug the vacuum line going to the actuator. This will keep the front axle from...
02-03-2010, 10:09 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 621
Posted By jck1961

The most likey cause for your condition would be...

The most likey cause for your condition would be a bad transfer case vacuum switch , which is located at the top of the transfer case, above the front output shaft. It will have 3 vacuum lines...
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