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Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
08-20-2007, 01:18 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,196
Posted By tomsblazer

RE: Clicking instead of starting

thanks for the help guys. i will go ahead and replace starter/solenoid at the same time
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
08-20-2007, 07:32 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,196
Posted By tomsblazer

RE: Clicking instead of starting

checked connections and did some of the voltage test referenced above, all looked well. while under the truck, i tapped on the side of the solenoid and the truck started right up afterwards. I guess...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
08-18-2007, 08:21 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,196
Posted By tomsblazer

Clicking instead of starting

Ok, i get in and turn the switch and only get a clicking sound. I put a voltmeter on battery and it reads 12.58 with ignition 'on' and goes to 11.7 when turned to the 'start'possition andthe...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
03-09-2007, 10:31 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,051
Posted By tomsblazer

RE: VERY POOR GAS MILAGE

had poor MPG with my 98. The T-stat was stuck open at 160F and caused to truck to run rich. MPG was about 12.
Forum: Detailing
11-22-2006, 10:03 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,868
Posted By tomsblazer

RE: Restoring the black..........

Good info and Back to Black will always be around!

(i have to admit to dredging up a few old post myself);)
Forum: General Tech Help
11-10-2006, 09:02 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,571
Posted By tomsblazer

Dim low beam lights

My low beam lights are very dissapointing. The bright lights seem good. Is there a hotter than factory bulb that I can get at the local parts store?
Forum: General Tech Help
09-26-2006, 09:11 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,767
Posted By tomsblazer

How many miles before rebuild?

Just a question here. My 99 has 136,XXX on it and I was wondering how many miles a decently maintained engine will run before needing a rebuild.

These engines seem to be well designed as far...
Forum: General Tech Help
08-20-2006, 10:58 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 671
Posted By tomsblazer

RE: Tranny Question

How do I know if the fluid needs changing? I have only had it since Dec. 05 and less than 6000 miles.

I have a few receips for past maint. and repairs by previous owner. The only tranny...
Forum: General Tech Help
08-20-2006, 11:40 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 671
Posted By tomsblazer

Tranny Question

My tranny has slipped twice in the last month. It starts off in first just fine and then the motor reves up when going into second. Both times were after idling for a long period, and the engine...
Forum: General Tech Help
07-25-2006, 09:09 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 4,834
Posted By tomsblazer

Wheel Stud

Went to local Wally World to have tires rotated and balanced. (Man... those people are slow!)

I was informed that the passenger front wheel had a cross threaded stud and the wheel could not be...
Forum: General Tech Help
07-02-2006, 01:16 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 21,873
Posted By tomsblazer

RE: Rear Window Rattle?

Silicone is a better lubricant and dressing for weatherstriping. Any petroleum based products may deteriate the rubber seals.
Forum: General Tech Help
06-27-2006, 06:12 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,247
Posted By tomsblazer

RE: Tightness of a/c pressure switch

first, replace the valve where the switch screws in. Then snug the transducer into place.
Forum: General Tech Help
06-26-2006, 09:09 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 795
Posted By tomsblazer

RE: How's This Work

PFM ....................... Pure *@#$%&* Magic!
Forum: General Tech Help
06-25-2006, 12:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 8,129
Posted By tomsblazer

RE: Compressor Not Engaging When A/C Turned On

On the same canister where the low pressure hose connects for charging there is a transducer that monitores the freon charge. Disconnect the transducer wires and jump across them. This should...
Forum: General Tech Help
06-19-2006, 09:10 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,103
Posted By tomsblazer

RE: 97 lt gas mileage

I am getting 16 MPG with the A\C running full time. About 17.5 MPG during the cooler times of the year. I think it has a 16 gallon tank which means I fill up a lot!
Forum: General Tech Help
06-14-2006, 12:29 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 971
Posted By tomsblazer

RE: Rims interchangable?

Pardon my ignorance, but what is IIRC?
Forum: General Tech Help
06-14-2006, 12:26 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 801
Posted By tomsblazer

RE: my blazer is rusting away!

Drain plugs and weep holes are all over. The floor board ( under the carpet) and drain holes at the bottom of doors. Check that the drains are open on the doors.
I have had vehicles where the...
Forum: General Tech Help
06-09-2006, 11:32 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,300
Posted By tomsblazer

RE: 1997 blazer LT

Water pumps are an expensive replacement if the shop does it. I have had a few go bad and by that i mean that I replaced them only after they start leaking water.

If it is cooling properly, I'd...
Forum: General Tech Help
05-16-2006, 09:17 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,277
Posted By tomsblazer

RE: Wipers

The truck should have been in reasonable repair when purchased from the steeler (oops! Dealer). I am sure that they told you not to make claims in the first 90 days so that THEY dont look bad to...
Forum: General Tech Help
04-20-2006, 09:09 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,946
Posted By tomsblazer

RE: gas mileage

I had the T-stat stick open on mine and the truck would run about 160F. This caused it to stay in the "choke" mode all the time.

Changed T-stat and put Seafoam in the crankcase. Last check was...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
04-07-2006, 09:10 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,108
Posted By tomsblazer

RE: heat loss

I found my formerly favorite quick lube place only filled the oil up to the ADD mark on the dip stick. They had me thinking I was "loosing" oil also.
Forum: General Tech Help
03-29-2006, 08:13 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,646
Posted By tomsblazer

RE: leaning to one side

I was told Weight Watchers would help [:@]
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
03-26-2006, 11:29 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,261
Posted By tomsblazer

RE: Who wants to play mechanic today :)

Sorry to hear your truck had a lazy/dishonest/ignorant previous owner.
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
03-25-2006, 12:46 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,746
Posted By tomsblazer

RE: Windshield washer fluid pump

2 pumps are located under the washer resivor. One is for front windshield and other for back window.

Does the back one work? If not, check fuses.
Forum: General Tech Help
03-23-2006, 09:06 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 990
Posted By tomsblazer

RE: Title

If the seller "lost" the title, all he needs to do is go to the DMV and request a copy of the title from the state. In Kentucky, where i live, it costs less than $20.

If you are getting a...
Forum: General Tech Help
03-21-2006, 07:52 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,347
Posted By tomsblazer

Radiator Pressure Test

I purchased a used radiator from the local junk yard. It looks better than the one presently on my Blazer.

I want to pressure test all 3 cores. I know the engine cooling part has a 15Lb....
Forum: General Tech Help
03-18-2006, 02:11 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,851
Posted By tomsblazer

RE: air conditioner

Check about 5 pages back on the previous post pages. I had an AC problem earlier and got some good replies there.
Forum: General Tech Help
03-18-2006, 12:22 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,851
Posted By tomsblazer

RE: air conditioner

Was the compressor running when you filled the system?

There is a relay and fuse under the hood of my 98. Look in the owners manual for location.
Forum: General Tech Help
03-17-2006, 09:04 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,323
Posted By tomsblazer

Radiator Leaking

Ok, I got the green puddles under the front of my Blazer and the driver side of the core has coolant on the plastic side fins.

I know the metal core of the radiator can be repaired if the leak...
Forum: Paint, Body, & Interior
03-13-2006, 11:12 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,393
Posted By tomsblazer

RE: ...MiAMi style BLAZUUR..

Cool ride
Forum: General Tech Help
03-10-2006, 06:45 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,253
Posted By tomsblazer

RE: oil or grease smell after going up hills ??

Alll my friends live in LoW places. lol


Could be oil pooling in a flat spot and draining off onto a hot part going up the hill.
Forum: General Tech Help
03-10-2006, 06:41 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 829
Posted By tomsblazer

RE: alt. belt

It the belt is too loose you may not be properly charging the battery.
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
03-07-2006, 06:32 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,485
Posted By tomsblazer

RE: turn signal trouble

Could be the flasher module going out.

Does the blinker rate slow with each turn of the steering wheel or with each activation of the turn signal?
Forum: General Tech Help
03-07-2006, 09:08 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,155
Posted By tomsblazer

RE: how many miles til rebuild

Tranny at 69,XXX miles from receipts that came with truck. Motor has 130,XXX and still going strong.
Forum: General Tech Help
03-06-2006, 11:21 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,176
Posted By tomsblazer

RE: Fault Codes 1402

try http://www.obd-codes.com/
Forum: General Tech Help
03-04-2006, 12:59 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 667
Posted By tomsblazer

RE: Question for a friend!

I dont know what the correct number is. I am sure these smart guys on Blazer forum will come up with something.
Forum: General Tech Help
03-03-2006, 04:33 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,428
Posted By tomsblazer

RE: AC Problem

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Jumped the compressor and it works.

Found the pressure transducer located on the dryer and it read open. Jumped the plug to close the loop and compressor started to...
Forum: General Tech Help
03-03-2006, 09:12 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,428
Posted By tomsblazer

RE: AC Problem

I have checked all interior and under the hood fuses. They are all good.

I actually had to go out and check to see that I didn't have a seperate AC switch on the dash. I have missed the...
Forum: General Tech Help
03-02-2006, 09:03 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,428
Posted By tomsblazer

RE: AC Problem

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C'mon, please donate your 2 cents worth[sm=helpout.gif]
Forum: General Tech Help
03-01-2006, 08:59 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,397
Posted By tomsblazer

RE: interior lights stay on - door hinge?

Door hinges are welded on.

Try to depress the switch with your finger and watch the dome light. The light should go out and stay out as you depress the switch all the way down. If the light...
Forum: General Tech Help
03-01-2006, 08:52 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,428
Posted By tomsblazer

AC Problem

I purchased my Blazer on Thanksgiving and was told that the AC works. Now it has warmed up and the AC definetly does not work.

Bought R134a and pressure gage/hose set. Hooked up to low...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
03-01-2006, 09:19 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,342
Posted By tomsblazer

RE: Finally solved major issue-- maybe this can help you

[quote]ORIGINAL: jadewolf32
So I started doing research, and I found out that the 98's have a different EGR valve, it's a linear, and they have been a hush hush recall issue for GM, what is...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
02-25-2006, 12:21 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 10,658
Posted By tomsblazer

RE: sticking front brakes

Hay 4lowlife, your 400th post!!!! And i just got one more:D


Yea, Its important to have the bleeder open when pushing the piston back into the caliper. Otherwise you force that pressure...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
02-25-2006, 12:09 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 10,658
Posted By tomsblazer

RE: sticking front brakes

Time to re-build or replace. The caliper is not very expensive.

Did you open the bleeder valve when trying to compress the caliper?
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
02-23-2006, 09:12 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,035
Posted By tomsblazer

RE: '97 won't start

"I can't get the shifter to come out of park "

I would check into the shifter problem by doing a search on this site. It may be that whatever is keeping you from shifting is also stoping the...
Forum: General Tech Help
02-23-2006, 09:03 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 934
Posted By tomsblazer

RE: squeek

I had a loud squeeeeeek coming from the back area. It turned out to be a vent tube trapped between the break line and the frame in the passenger side rear wheel well. It was more of a metalic sound...
Forum: Ride Of The Month
02-21-2006, 09:22 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 3,394
Posted By tomsblazer

RE: March 2006 ROTM Voting!!!

I vote for Paddle_grl.

P.S. I like Maple syrup!
Forum: General Tech Help
02-20-2006, 09:13 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,714
Posted By tomsblazer

RE: mileage

I get 16.5 to 17 when driving like a grandmother.

130000 miles and no mods.
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
02-16-2006, 06:29 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 848
Posted By tomsblazer

RE: decision time with 95

I would not feel right about the quick fix and sell thing. Just could not look a guy in the face and sell him broken goods.

Now if you tell the guy that its had a quick fix and he wants it...
Forum: Paint, Body, & Interior
02-14-2006, 09:09 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 741
Posted By tomsblazer

RE: Angel Eyed Foglights.

The simple fix is to go after Bro for the new lights.


I've learned to leave Mom alone[sm=noooo.gif]
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