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Forum: General Chat
10-13-2020, 01:37 PM
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Posted By Franco

Sorry, my post was confusing... If I needed it,...

Sorry, my post was confusing... If I needed it, yes I'd make the drive. I was giving a heads-up in case somebody here wanted to contact the guy.
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Forum: General Chat
10-13-2020, 10:08 AM
Replies: 13,741
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Posted By Franco

Found this on Craigslist in New York state. Maybe...

Found this on Craigslist in New York state. Maybe the guy would agree to ship it or something. It's about an hour from me:...
Forum: General Chat
09-08-2020, 08:25 AM
Replies: 13,741
Views: 1,065,962
Posted By Franco

Here in NY, they put the vehicle on the computer....

Here in NY, they put the vehicle on the computer. I've never seen them look for the physical presence of the Cat. My cat was there, but burned out. I took out the downstream sensor, zip tied it to...
Forum: General Chat
05-02-2020, 10:04 AM
Replies: 13,741
Views: 1,065,962
Posted By Franco

The 2WD was spec'd with the shorter oil filter,...

The 2WD was spec'd with the shorter oil filter, which affects the capacity slightly.
Forum: General Chat
02-18-2020, 10:26 PM
Replies: 13,741
Views: 1,065,962
Posted By Franco

That's a great idea! You can use your device via...

That's a great idea! You can use your device via bluetooth or USB along with regular AM and FM... and 6x9's are like the American Iron of speakers. :icon_speaker1: I hate those tinny bluetooth...
Forum: General Chat
03-24-2019, 07:59 PM
Replies: 13,741
Views: 1,065,962
Posted By Franco

You have to be methodical rather than simply...

You have to be methodical rather than simply throwing parts at it. If the ignition key cylinder is broken you need to fix that first. Then, if problem persists, start with the easier stuff. Make sure...
Forum: General Chat
02-13-2019, 11:14 AM
Replies: 13,741
Views: 1,065,962
Posted By Franco

@ blazen_red_4x4 The Caddy seat looks great!...

@ blazen_red_4x4
The Caddy seat looks great! Nice work.

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Forum: General Chat
02-13-2019, 11:09 AM
Replies: 13,741
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Posted By Franco

Wanted to pass this along. If you've bought from...

Wanted to pass this along. If you've bought from RockAuto, you probably received it too, but if not there are definitely items of interest.

"The links below display the wholesaler closeout parts...
Forum: General Chat
09-18-2018, 05:45 PM
Replies: 13,741
Views: 1,065,962
Posted By Franco

When you say "new intake", do you mean intake...

When you say "new intake", do you mean intake manifold gaskets? If they did that, they would have R&R'ed the distributor. The bottom of the distributor goes into the top of the oil pump driveshaft....
Forum: General Chat
09-10-2018, 12:14 AM
Replies: 13,741
Views: 1,065,962
Posted By Franco

I have both an 18mm socket and combination...

I have both an 18mm socket and combination wrench. They are uncommon, but they do exist. FYI, the bolts that attach the front hubs to the steering knuckle are also 18mm. You will need those tools...
Forum: General Chat
09-09-2018, 10:41 AM
Replies: 13,741
Views: 1,065,962
Posted By Franco

In a pinch, we used to slide the tire part way...

In a pinch, we used to slide the tire part way under a car, then wedge a scissor jack between the tire & car frame. Jack it up until the bead breaks...



Yeah, I used to bring tire changes to an...
Forum: General Chat
05-21-2018, 08:50 AM
Replies: 13,741
Views: 1,065,962
Posted By Franco

Times have certainly changed... There are no...

Times have certainly changed... There are no u-pull yards left in my area, but the last one to go featured a stereotypical junkyard dog. You'd be crazy to bring a dog of any size... :)
Forum: General Chat
04-12-2018, 11:00 AM
Replies: 13,741
Views: 1,065,962
Posted By Franco

I found that it actually saved time to put the...

I found that it actually saved time to put the front end on stands, remove front wheels & go through wheel wells to change plugs. I used the "slide protective sleeve out of the way and turn steering...
Forum: General Chat
04-12-2018, 10:43 AM
Replies: 13,741
Views: 1,065,962
Posted By Franco

The Blazer or the boss? :)

The Blazer or the boss? :)
Forum: General Chat
12-04-2017, 09:11 AM
Replies: 13,741
Views: 1,065,962
Posted By Franco

After sitting for a long time, the ABS check...

After sitting for a long time, the ABS check valves and such could just be temporarily stuck. I got mine going by bleeding brakes to flush old fluid through master cylinder... and maybe a few...
Forum: General Chat
11-20-2017, 11:07 AM
Replies: 13,741
Views: 1,065,962
Posted By Franco

You can get them ready-made as spacers. Not...

You can get them ready-made as spacers. Not necessary to drill out a spark plug non-fouler. Search online. Used one for years after I burned out the cat... It pulls the sensor partially out of the...
Forum: General Chat
11-04-2017, 09:10 AM
Replies: 13,741
Views: 1,065,962
Posted By Franco

I suggest heat... Work from underneath, get a...

I suggest heat... Work from underneath, get a 6-point deep socket and long extension. Get the nuts red hot using an acetylene torch. It's a PITA, but if you break the studs, it's a huge PITA...
...
Forum: General Chat
10-29-2017, 12:57 AM
Replies: 13,741
Views: 1,065,962
Posted By Franco

When I did my 2002 all went well, except that my...

When I did my 2002 all went well, except that my big old 1/2" drive torque wrench wouldn't read the surprisingly low torque needed for the manifold bolts. Had to run and borrow one to get the job...
Forum: General Chat
10-01-2017, 12:42 PM
Replies: 13,741
Views: 1,065,962
Posted By Franco

So sorry to hear... Glad you're OK. Hope...

So sorry to hear... Glad you're OK.

Hope the person who ran you off the road had "The #1 car insurer in Louisiana"...
Forum: General Chat
10-01-2017, 12:33 PM
Replies: 13,741
Views: 1,065,962
Posted By Franco

Interesting... I have a Honda Element and...

Interesting... I have a Honda Element and recently changed the tranny oil. Everything I read about it said you should use the OEM Honda brand fluid (ATF-DW1), but I never heard of anyone using the...
Forum: General Chat
08-31-2017, 10:05 AM
Replies: 13,741
Views: 1,065,962
Posted By Franco

My unofficial thought is that the cylinder 1 vs....

My unofficial thought is that the cylinder 1 vs. 4 thing won't make any difference, since #4 is 4th in the timing sequence.



I had a '94 years back... IIRC, the wire to unplug was under the...
Forum: General Chat
06-18-2017, 11:51 AM
Replies: 13,741
Views: 1,065,962
Posted By Franco

Brought back memories... Dad was still around...

Brought back memories... Dad was still around when I did my intake manifold gaskets. He came down in his little Tacoma pickup, hung out all day, and held the light while I worked. Afterward, we went...
Forum: General Chat
05-08-2017, 09:21 AM
Replies: 13,741
Views: 1,065,962
Posted By Franco

If you haven't refilled the coolant yet, run...

If you haven't refilled the coolant yet, run water in it to test, then flush it out a few times and refill with green stuff. Get rid of the dreaded Dexcool... I did that with my 2002, and it went for...
Forum: General Chat
02-14-2017, 02:47 PM
Replies: 13,741
Views: 1,065,962
Posted By Franco

What everyone else said plus... The burned out...

What everyone else said plus... The burned out cat was likely the result of the incorrect timing. I'm kinda surprised it didn't melt and restrict the exhaust. I have filed out the hole for the...
Forum: General Chat
08-27-2016, 09:48 AM
Replies: 13,741
Views: 1,065,962
Posted By Franco

Changed out the left front hub. Quiet bearings...

Changed out the left front hub. Quiet bearings help bring the exhaust leak up in the mix.... :icon_shrug:
Forum: General Chat
05-28-2016, 12:09 PM
Replies: 13,741
Views: 1,065,962
Posted By Franco

Yeah, especially since the engine was running...

Yeah, especially since the engine was running fine... I'll never get that afternoon back... :icon_shrug: and yeah, I miss being able to fine-tune your timing and such. We don't need no stinkin'...
Forum: General Chat
05-27-2016, 10:14 AM
Replies: 13,741
Views: 1,065,962
Posted By Franco

Smile Fixed pesky P0452 code. CEL has been on for...

Fixed pesky P0452 code. CEL has been on for months... Blazer now due for NYS inspection, so I had to attack it.

After checking for the 5V reference voltage at connector, replaced the pressure...
Forum: General Chat
04-19-2016, 05:51 PM
Replies: 13,741
Views: 1,065,962
Posted By Franco

Oil change, lube and filter after winter... Now I...

Oil change, lube and filter after winter... Now I have to track down a pesky P0452 code 'cause inspection is due. Have voltage at fuel tank pressure sensor. Changed sensor. Code came right back. I...
Forum: General Chat
04-07-2016, 09:11 AM
Replies: 13,741
Views: 1,065,962
Posted By Franco

Never did one on a '96, but what's an "abs/heat...

Never did one on a '96, but what's an "abs/heat plate"? Do you mean the ABS sensor and backing plate as 2 separate items? The last aftermarket bearings I bought came with new ABS sensors, but if...
Forum: General Chat
02-04-2016, 12:08 AM
Replies: 13,741
Views: 1,065,962
Posted By Franco

Very cool! My first cars were VWs. I had '62, '63...

Very cool! My first cars were VWs. I had '62, '63 and '65 bugs and a '69 bus. Drove the bus coast-to-coast and did a few repairs while on the road. Fun times, and cars then were much simpler...
Forum: General Chat
02-03-2016, 09:40 AM
Replies: 13,741
Views: 1,065,962
Posted By Franco

Jack up the L/F, remove wheel and go through the...

Jack up the L/F, remove wheel and go through the wheel well. You can slide the protective sleeve on the steering wheel shaft out of the way. There is a flat spot on the steering shaft joint. Turn the...
Forum: General Chat
08-23-2015, 05:09 PM
Replies: 13,741
Views: 1,065,962
Posted By Franco

Cleaned the MAF sensor, changed the air filter...

Cleaned the MAF sensor, changed the air filter and fuel filter and got the requisite arm soaked with fuel...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
08-23-2015, 12:55 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 830
Posted By Franco

Did you figure this out? My 2002 threw the P0101...

Did you figure this out? My 2002 threw the P0101 and P0303 codes yesterday while pulling up a long hill on highway at around 70mph. Engine bogged down when it happened... Did it twice on a 220 mile...
Forum: General Chat
07-26-2015, 10:38 AM
Replies: 13,741
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Posted By Franco

Replaced starter after almost getting stranded......

Replaced starter after almost getting stranded... it did the "everything lights up but no crank dance" in a parking lot. Crawling underneath and banging on the starter got it home... Had a 20% off...
Forum: General Chat
05-14-2015, 10:51 PM
Replies: 13,741
Views: 1,065,962
Posted By Franco

I haven't had much long-term luck with Denso's...

I haven't had much long-term luck with Denso's either... Last time around I got Delphi sensors, which are good so far. I'm pretty sure they are the same as the OEM Delco's.
Forum: General Chat
04-27-2015, 02:34 PM
Replies: 13,741
Views: 1,065,962
Posted By Franco

It seems like 35mm would fit. There are threads...

It seems like 35mm would fit. There are threads on here about it and IIRC, the consensus was that a 35mm socket doesn't always work... so I bought a 36 to play it safe.

Forgot to mention that...
Forum: General Chat
04-27-2015, 07:22 AM
Replies: 13,741
Views: 1,065,962
Posted By Franco

Two hours if you haven't done it before... might...

Two hours if you haven't done it before... might not get through the 6-pack before you're done...

You need an 18mm wrench and a 36mm socket for the axle nut. The socket may feel loose, but it...
Forum: General Chat
04-20-2015, 02:02 PM
Replies: 13,741
Views: 1,065,962
Posted By Franco

Boring, but over the past week I replaced the two...

Boring, but over the past week I replaced the two front O2 sensors, did the front brakes, and got it through NYS inspection. NY will no longer let you renew your registration if the inspection has...
Forum: General Chat
02-19-2015, 09:58 AM
Replies: 13,741
Views: 1,065,962
Posted By Franco

Not really getting something done on the...

Not really getting something done on the Blazer... but I pulled my Dad's Toyota Tacoma out of a snow bank yesterday. 4-wheel low in reverse is a beast... If I wasn't on snow myself, I could have...
Forum: General Chat
02-19-2015, 09:52 AM
Replies: 13,741
Views: 1,065,962
Posted By Franco

If I'm not cutting or changing rotors, I go over...

If I'm not cutting or changing rotors, I go over them with a wire brush attachment on an angle grinder. Similar to sanding. It breaks the glaze on the surfaces. You can also try chamfering the edges...
Forum: General Chat
12-04-2014, 10:04 AM
Replies: 13,741
Views: 1,065,962
Posted By Franco

The pins seem a bit longer than necessary, so...

The pins seem a bit longer than necessary, so your fix might work. I put washers on mine to take up the "slack".

Rather than support the door from underneath, I used a 2x6 with one end on the...
Forum: General Chat
12-03-2014, 09:24 AM
Replies: 13,741
Views: 1,065,962
Posted By Franco

Ha! The 80's are back with a vengeance......

Ha! The 80's are back with a vengeance... :icon_headbang:

Vinny Appice on drums too, IIRC.
Forum: General Chat
12-01-2014, 12:02 AM
Replies: 13,741
Views: 1,065,962
Posted By Franco

I don't know what a dio is... but my 2002 has had...

I don't know what a dio is... but my 2002 has had speed sensor issues on and off. They don't light the CEL, I only find out about them when another code pops up. They seem to display at the top of...
Forum: General Chat
10-14-2014, 10:43 AM
Replies: 13,741
Views: 1,065,962
Posted By Franco

FWIW, I've had luck cutting exhaust pipes with an...

FWIW, I've had luck cutting exhaust pipes with an angle grinder and metal cutting disk, if you can get the tool in around the pipe. A 4" grinder is small enough to use under the car on stands.
Forum: General Chat
08-19-2014, 09:13 AM
Replies: 13,741
Views: 1,065,962
Posted By Franco

Not very exciting, but I did rear brake pads and...

Not very exciting, but I did rear brake pads and rotors. Rotors were completely shot... rusty and pitted, probably from winter salt. Right rear caliper was stuck and bleeder valve wouldn't open no...
Forum: General Chat
07-24-2014, 09:31 AM
Replies: 13,741
Views: 1,065,962
Posted By Franco

Yeah, I noticed the same thing when I first got...

Yeah, I noticed the same thing when I first got my 2002. Was the same after a fuel pump replacement (sending unit is part of the pump assembly). My inexact calculations showed that there is around 4...
Forum: General Chat
06-14-2014, 12:09 PM
Replies: 13,741
Views: 1,065,962
Posted By Franco

You can double check, but I'm pretty sure that...

You can double check, but I'm pretty sure that statement is not on the bottle. It was from a web page describing their technology. I have written ad copy and such, and would venture that they...
Forum: General Chat
05-29-2014, 09:30 AM
Replies: 13,741
Views: 1,065,962
Posted By Franco

You should be fine. My trans blew a few years ago...

You should be fine. My trans blew a few years ago after a gig in NYC. The sun-shell broke. Fortunately, it happened right after I got out of a parallel parking spot... It's fun driving in the city...
Forum: General Chat
05-29-2014, 09:10 AM
Replies: 13,741
Views: 1,065,962
Posted By Franco

It's kind of a catch 22... You don't want to find...

It's kind of a catch 22... You don't want to find metal shavings in your engine, but how will you know if the magnet-thing works?
Forum: General Chat
05-26-2014, 02:20 AM
Replies: 13,741
Views: 1,065,962
Posted By Franco

I can get a full set of drums and a sound system...

I can get a full set of drums and a sound system w/QSC K12's and a JBL Eon subwoofer in mine. Just got back from NYC with the drums, sub, mixing board, large hand truck and 2 passengers. Stomped on...
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