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Forum: Paint, Body, & Interior
07-23-2012, 06:48 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 485
Posted By Oystein

Question Hammerite??

I've got some weight plates that need painting, they are quite rusty. Made of good ol' iron.

I was going to clean off the rust and paint with Hammerite, but I hear that it might not stick very...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
07-19-2012, 02:29 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,302
Posted By Oystein

Yeah, I've done that, seems like a good idea. ...

Yeah, I've done that, seems like a good idea.

I'm back from the trip and the Blazer ran like clockwork. Good car.
Forum: Engine & Transmission
07-18-2012, 04:07 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,302
Posted By Oystein

Success! The easy-out-like screw-extractor tool...

Success! The easy-out-like screw-extractor tool did the job very quickly. I think it took me less than 5 minutes from I started until the remains of the plug were out. Completely painless. The...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
07-17-2012, 01:07 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,302
Posted By Oystein

Some progress made! The 3rd plug came out...

Some progress made!

The 3rd plug came out (that being the rear plug, passenger side - the stuck one with the tip broken off).

What I did was first use a 3/8" ratchet and extensions, putting as...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
07-17-2012, 03:29 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,302
Posted By Oystein

Counterclockwise, yes. Good to rule that out, of...

Counterclockwise, yes. Good to rule that out, of course.

I've also tried to tighten it a bit to try and break the seal (if there is one). I will also try to hammer on the socket a bit (read that...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
07-16-2012, 01:01 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,302
Posted By Oystein

Soaked in PB Blaster over night, for both plugs....

Soaked in PB Blaster over night, for both plugs. Did not help. I got a lot of force on the stuck plug (rear passenger), but it did not move at all. The middle passenger one is lost until I get the...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
07-16-2012, 04:07 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,302
Posted By Oystein

Thumbs down Spark plugs stuck and broken

Some issues here. :icon_bricks:
Was going to change my spark plugs for the first time after buying this car. Should have done it long ago, but other things came in the way.

So, the first plug...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
05-15-2012, 04:25 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 13,456
Posted By Oystein

I just wanted to update this: I've got it...

I just wanted to update this: I've got it working. Used the same repair kit, but this time I did the job better and I've seen no leaks so far.

What I made sure to do:
- Did the bending job as...
Forum: The Lounge
04-28-2012, 04:40 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,111
Posted By Oystein

Only need about 165 horses then :) Bad thing is...

Only need about 165 horses then :) Bad thing is that I drive about 25 miles to work every day. And back. Guess an american car wasn't the smartest choice...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
04-27-2012, 03:08 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 13,456
Posted By Oystein

Damn. I got it bent, fitted, tried to start....

Damn. I got it bent, fitted, tried to start. "crank crank crank FOUNTAIN".

Looks like the compression fitting is leaking like crazy. My first time using one, so not sure what went wrong, will do...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
04-26-2012, 03:30 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 13,456
Posted By Oystein

Got my bending tool today, so will try to get...

Got my bending tool today, so will try to get this fixed over the weekend. Looking forward to driving my Blazer again, I've missed it :)
Forum: The Lounge
04-26-2012, 03:27 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,111
Posted By Oystein

About $9.50 for a US gallon now here in Norway....

About $9.50 for a US gallon now here in Norway. Has been over $10 some places, and it keeps rising. Don't come here for fuel.
Forum: The Lounge
04-26-2012, 03:23 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 726
Posted By Oystein

Question Which grease?

Have a few specific questions about grease usage - hope to learn from the elders:

Which grease would you use on fuel line threads?
Which grease would you use on wheel nuts - if any?

By grease...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
04-16-2012, 02:10 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 13,456
Posted By Oystein

Well, that didn't take long. Stupid me did not...

Well, that didn't take long. Stupid me did not think about the fact that the current fuel line has a lot of bends in it, and I will have to bend the line that comes with the kit to do the repair...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
04-16-2012, 01:00 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 13,456
Posted By Oystein

Thumbs up The repair kit (and a bunch of other stuff that I...

The repair kit (and a bunch of other stuff that I didn't really need, but ordered anyway :icon_redface:) arrived today (from RockAuto). Curiously the can of PB Blaster that I ordered from a Norwegian...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
04-10-2012, 03:25 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 13,456
Posted By Oystein

Ah perfect. I just ordered the repair kit since...

Ah perfect. I just ordered the repair kit since that seemed the quickest, cheapest and safest way to get the job done. I was wondering if I should buy a compression fitting separately. Thanks for...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
04-08-2012, 10:02 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 13,456
Posted By Oystein

Thanks for the help, I'll do some research and...

Thanks for the help, I'll do some research and see what I come up with
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
04-08-2012, 08:09 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 13,456
Posted By Oystein

Tried again now, no luck. Fuel line nut is...

Tried again now, no luck.

Fuel line nut is now completely stripped, so I'm using vice grips on it. Still waiting for PB Blaster, and starting to look for a replacement line. Rather p***ed off.
...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
04-07-2012, 06:15 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 13,456
Posted By Oystein

Found an online store that sold it, should arrive...

Found an online store that sold it, should arrive in the mail in a few days :)

I think we are talking about the same thing - vice grips on the nut on the filter, right? (Not on the nut on the fuel...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
04-07-2012, 05:40 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 13,456
Posted By Oystein

Haven't seen PBlaster for sale around here, but I...

Haven't seen PBlaster for sale around here, but I haven't looked too hard. Might be able to find it online.

Well, since the filter has a "built in nut" (the fuel line threads into the filter), I...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
04-07-2012, 04:20 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 13,456
Posted By Oystein

PBlaster, eh? Gotta see if I can find someone...

PBlaster, eh? Gotta see if I can find someone that sells that locally. So you mean vice grips on the filter itself then? To squeeze it loose? Haven't tried that.
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
04-07-2012, 02:27 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 13,456
Posted By Oystein

Thumbs down Fuel filter stuck - HELP!

My first time changing the fuel filter (the inline type) on my '94 4x4 S-10 Blazer. The fuel line from the tank to the filter loosens easily, but the one from the filter to the engine is stuck like...
Forum: Off Roading
12-14-2011, 02:18 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,700
Posted By Oystein

Thumbs down Pulled out of the ditch by a Jeep

Yep. I was driving home from work. Narrow, twisty road. Difficult driving conditions. Met a big bus just around a corner. Neither of us had any problems stopping, but there was no way to get past. I...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
10-25-2011, 11:48 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 841
Posted By Oystein

Or an ncv valve - excellent for blowing fumes...

Or an ncv valve - excellent for blowing fumes into the crankcase... ;)
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
10-23-2011, 12:50 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 841
Posted By Oystein

Thanks, but I replaced it earlier today....

Thanks, but I replaced it earlier today. Actually, on this engine, it was on the passenger side valve cover.
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
10-23-2011, 07:36 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 841
Posted By Oystein

Okay, thanks :) One less thing to maintain, I...

Okay, thanks :) One less thing to maintain, I won't complain.
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
10-23-2011, 06:52 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 841
Posted By Oystein

Where is the PCV filter?

As title says. I looked around in the air filter box but could not see anything. Also rockauto.com did not seem to have such a filter for my car - does it even exist? 1st gen 4.3 TBI.
Forum: Engine & Transmission
10-22-2011, 11:36 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,221
Posted By Oystein

Finally got around to replace the serpentine belt...

Finally got around to replace the serpentine belt (used the gatorback like you recommended). The old belt was quite worn. The truck is quieter now, but that squealing sound is still there.

I...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
08-20-2011, 12:59 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,221
Posted By Oystein

Squealing sound from front of engine

My Blazer has a kind of squealing noise coming from the front of the engine, going up and down with the engine speed. It seems to be coming from one of the accessories, or perhaps the belt or the...
Forum: General Chat
07-21-2011, 05:30 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,201
Posted By Oystein

Question 1st gen airbags?

Quick question: Did any of the first gen blazers come with airbags?
Forum: Tires and Wheels
07-12-2011, 07:08 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,033
Posted By Oystein

There would probably still be some trimming left,...

There would probably still be some trimming left, but more importantly: You'd run the risk of breaking stuff all the time. You should've gotten a K5 if you want something that big, these small guys...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
07-07-2011, 08:35 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,066
Posted By Oystein

Hei, flytt til sverige... :S The only thing...

Hei, flytt til sverige... :S

The only thing I can suggest is to refer to the ZR2 specs, but even that is unlikely to help since the ZR2 had several strenghtening upgrades. Most people will just...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
06-27-2011, 04:26 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,526
Posted By Oystein

Yay. Too bad a clutch is quite expensive.

Yay. Too bad a clutch is quite expensive.
Forum: Engine & Transmission
06-27-2011, 03:07 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,526
Posted By Oystein

Bump.

Bump.
Forum: Steering, Suspension & Drivetrain
06-26-2011, 04:50 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 21,039
Posted By Oystein

That is actually a really good idea.. The...

That is actually a really good idea.. The lockright should be driveable on road. The only time I use 4wd on road is during winter, since the Blazer tends to get a bit skiddy with rwd.
Forum: Engine & Transmission
06-25-2011, 06:19 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,526
Posted By Oystein

Arrow Clutch adjustment?

The clutch pedal of my '94 Blazer (1st gen, manual trans) is pretty hard to push in, and it bites very late, when it's almost completely out. I can live with it, feels kind of tough and solid, but...
Forum: General Chat
06-22-2011, 08:48 AM
Replies: 234
Views: 9,656
Posted By Oystein

You're depriving yourself of the fun of swapping...

You're depriving yourself of the fun of swapping it yourself, but except for that: lucky bastard :)
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
06-16-2011, 04:40 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,734
Posted By Oystein

Haha what a funny fault to get :) Glad you got it...

Haha what a funny fault to get :) Glad you got it sorted
Forum: Lifting Tech
06-13-2011, 02:44 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 579
Posted By Oystein

Oooh 36"s would be cool, but the Blazers really...

Oooh 36"s would be cool, but the Blazers really can't handle that much without heavy modification. Lifting is NOT enough, things will just break. You really don't want to go bigger than 33" with just...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
06-09-2011, 10:36 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,627
Posted By Oystein

I don't see why not

I don't see why not
Forum: Engine & Transmission
06-07-2011, 11:41 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,627
Posted By Oystein

I have a stick shift in mine (from factory)....

I have a stick shift in mine (from factory). Works well.
Forum: Lifting Tech
06-07-2011, 11:03 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,006
Posted By Oystein

Sweet! Got more pics, neo?

Sweet!

Got more pics, neo?
Forum: Builds
06-06-2011, 12:42 AM
Replies: 504
Views: 182,457
Posted By Oystein

Planning on a lift and some M/Ts? :D Bet it would...

Planning on a lift and some M/Ts? :D Bet it would look awesome on 35"s
Forum: Builds
06-05-2011, 04:11 PM
Replies: 504
Views: 182,457
Posted By Oystein

Haha very italian..

Haha very italian..
Forum: Builds
06-05-2011, 01:06 PM
Replies: 504
Views: 182,457
Posted By Oystein

That's awesome, must have been fun! Did the trip...

That's awesome, must have been fun! Did the trip challenge the cars at all?
Forum: Engine & Transmission
06-05-2011, 11:11 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,404
Posted By Oystein

If it's bad anyway, swap it for a V8. Head over...

If it's bad anyway, swap it for a V8. Head over to a scrapyard and get a 350 cheaply. That's what I would do.
Forum: Website Problems and Suggestions
06-04-2011, 08:51 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 516
Posted By Oystein

Feel obligated to point out that not everybody...

Feel obligated to point out that not everybody lives in a "state" :p Otherwise, yeah.
Forum: General Chat
05-28-2011, 04:13 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,257
Posted By Oystein

Oh man that sounds fun, keep it up and keep us...

Oh man that sounds fun, keep it up and keep us updated!
Forum: Headers, Intake, & Exhaust
05-28-2011, 10:28 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,935
Posted By Oystein

I'm from Sogn myself, far out in the countryside...

I'm from Sogn myself, far out in the countryside somewhere
Forum: Headers, Intake, & Exhaust
05-28-2011, 04:58 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,935
Posted By Oystein

Ah a fellow viking!

Ah a fellow viking!
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