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07-11-2017, 03:01 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,242
Posted By DCFluX

Here is a picture of the fitting in question:

Here is a picture of the fitting in question:
07-11-2017, 02:59 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,242
Posted By DCFluX

Problem was with a Prestone radiator flush...

Problem was with a Prestone radiator flush fitting that the plastic dissolved over time. It was presumably leaking down on to one of the cylinders and was right next to the coil so presumably...
06-23-2017, 12:39 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,242
Posted By DCFluX

GM Tech 2. Relearned from the menu while sitting...

GM Tech 2. Relearned from the menu while sitting parked, press brake pedal and rev up to 4000 RPM until fuel cut out occurs.

Misfire sets P0300 with a blinking SES light, And I saw the misfire...
06-23-2017, 12:36 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,242
Posted By DCFluX

Ok I did a the relearn procedure and things did...

Ok I did a the relearn procedure and things did calm down a bit but seems to misfire in cylinders 2 and 3 when above 65.

At idle I have spark at anywhere from 15-20 degrees, typically steady at...
06-07-2017, 11:30 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,242
Posted By DCFluX

Thanks! I just ordered a better reader so it...

Thanks! I just ordered a better reader so it should arrive in a few weeks and I will know more then.
06-07-2017, 12:18 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,242
Posted By DCFluX

P0300 and weird readings

I was having intermittent misfires, usually when driving up a hill, so I just recently replaced the whole distributor because the bearings were totally worn out to the point where there were plastic...
03-16-2017, 08:04 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 550
Posted By DCFluX

Finally got some time to investigate some more. ...

Finally got some time to investigate some more.

I pulled the drain plugs and nothing drained out, and it would appear that the fluid has congealed into a thick substance that is about the...
03-13-2017, 09:01 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 550
Posted By DCFluX

Transfer case appears to be a NP236GM

Transfer case appears to be a NP236GM
03-13-2017, 08:06 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 550
Posted By DCFluX

Got the Blazer up on jacks and convinced the...

Got the Blazer up on jacks and convinced the transfercase to go in to neutral

There is deffinantly a grinding noise coming from either the output shaft of the transmission or the input side of the...
02-28-2017, 10:29 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 550
Posted By DCFluX

Strange drivetrain issue, 1999 Blazer ZR2 4x4

Not sure what broke on the Blazer but it feels like something is grinding or binding in the drive train. The perplexing thing is it does it in Drive, reverse and neutral. Bad transfer case? Seems...
09-15-2013, 06:13 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 7,148
Posted By DCFluX

How To: Harmonic Balancer Replacement / Squealling Serpentine Belt

This write up is for the 4.3l V6 "W" engine as found in a 1999 Blazer ZR2.

So in the process of changing my timing chain I decided I would need to change my Harmonic Balancer as the old one was...
08-25-2013, 02:31 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,068
Posted By DCFluX

So thinking the timing chain jumped a tooth, I...

So thinking the timing chain jumped a tooth, I took off the front cover to discover this:

https://blazerforum.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=17051&stc=1&d=1377415101

The chain is fairly...
08-21-2013, 11:20 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,068
Posted By DCFluX

99 Blazer ZR2 Died and now won't start.

So Monday I was going to work and everything was fine but started having a loss of power and the engine died.

When trying to restart the engine cranks but feels like the plugs are firing on the...
09-04-2011, 12:48 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,076
Posted By DCFluX

Problems with Autozone fuel pumps?

Greetings all, I drive a 1999 Blazer ZR2.

About 3 weeks ago I replaced my fuel sender unit with an Airtex from Autozone and a new Fram in line filter. Whiten 100 miles I got a few codes, one was...
03-12-2009, 06:08 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,819
Posted By DCFluX

FluX on: Rear Bumper Transplantation.

Recently it came to my attention that my rear license plate was unreadable by the local law enforcement agency because the rear tire on my 1999 Blazer ZR2 is a 31 x 10.5" and I have a 2" drop plate...
09-19-2008, 12:55 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,251
Posted By DCFluX

RE: Replacing ball joints help

Mine just slipped in. I recall I had to give the old ones a tap with the hammer to pop them out.
04-10-2008, 06:26 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 10,948
Posted By DCFluX

RE: AC stopped working after changing water pump

I would guess that it could be your service port leaking. How was the freon toped off? Did he use a gauge set or one of those cans with the gauge on it?
03-26-2008, 04:38 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 59,161
Posted By DCFluX

RE: Recommeded Transfer Case and Diff. Oil

My ZR2 has the auto 4x4 button.
03-13-2008, 03:42 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,373
Posted By DCFluX

FluX On: Air Conditioning Part 3 - Recharging - DISCUSSION

To recharge an air condioning system you need the proper set of tools.

You need to start off with a set of R-134a gauges. These run about $40-$200 depending on the build quality and who is...
03-13-2008, 03:42 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 470
Posted By DCFluX

FluX On: Air Conditioning Part 2 - Slow Leaks - DISCUSSION

Going from summer to winter transition I lost my charge of gas due to incompetance of the service professional, twice. If you want something done right you have to do it your self. I thought it was...
03-13-2008, 12:58 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,120
Posted By DCFluX

RE: where is it at ?

I use a set of hemistats, but you may need the tool depending on how stuck it is.
Forum: Off Roading
02-21-2008, 11:15 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,127
Posted By DCFluX

RE: Blazers are not for drifting

Blazers should only drift with the roads fairly wet or on dry dirt.

Normal dry asphalt roads will produce too much traction causing the blazer to roll over.

See the popular film...
02-21-2008, 11:00 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,348
Posted By DCFluX

RE: a/c not blowing cold

The compressor will only run about 5 seconds at a time until it has enough gas pressure in the system.
02-21-2008, 10:57 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,265
Posted By DCFluX

RE: wiper blade tension adjustments

I had to bend mine about 1/2" towards the windows as I didn't have enough grip on the drivers side.

Use a fairly large set of channel locks and bend the arm about 2" below where the blades...
12-20-2007, 05:43 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,010
Posted By DCFluX

RE: Optima Batterys? How good?

I never saw my voltage go over 14.3 with the optima.
12-19-2007, 11:27 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,010
Posted By DCFluX

RE: Optima Batterys? How good?

I wanted to trust the good things I have heard about Optima, I really did. You don't shell out $180 without doing research. I just retired my Optima red top after 13 months of service. Hands down the...
11-02-2007, 09:28 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,290
Posted By DCFluX

RE: Headlights blink on a dark rainy day ?

I would say that the automatic headlight relay has worn out, not the sensor. Or the wire from the BCM to that relay is chaffed or loose. The BCM usually has a 10 second delay before it will turn the...
10-29-2007, 10:44 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,971
Posted By DCFluX

RE: Coolant change DIY?

I'd recommend you install a Prestone back flush kit, which is like $6 and then go with Prestone all makes all models 'Big Yellow' coolent.

To open the radiator stop cock, put a 1/4" ratchet...
10-29-2007, 10:31 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 23,828
Posted By DCFluX

RE: how many CCA is your battery???

I seem to be having problems with my Optima red top, doesn't seem to like lasting through a weekend. Apparently it has a 3 year warrenty so I shall try my luck at getting a replacement at Autozone.
10-17-2007, 05:08 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 670
Posted By DCFluX

RE: Wipers, and Windows

My window motor was the exact same way. Although I did have intermitants where it would stop working, luckily in the up position. It was when it just stoped in the mid-way position that I did...
10-17-2007, 03:28 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 670
Posted By DCFluX

RE: Wipers, and Windows

Could be cold solder or a bad motor, also you may be having trouble up stream. Put a volt meter on the terminals of the motor and that will tell you alot.

As for your power window:
...
10-09-2007, 04:00 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,321
Posted By DCFluX

RE: Rear Windshield Washer fluid Dripping...

There is a check valve inside the tail gate that may need to be replaced.

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10-05-2007, 06:11 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,449
Posted By DCFluX

FluX On: Air Conditioning - Discussion

This information is presented as a how to in repairing the Air Conditioning System in a Generation 2B Blazer and similar S-10 Pickups equiped with a 4.3L V6, Parts numbers specified or for a 1999...
10-05-2007, 06:11 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 231
Posted By DCFluX

FluX On: Power Windows - Discussion

This information is presented as a how to in repairing a stuck power window motor in a Generation 2B Blazer and similar S-10 pickups, Part numbers specified are for a 1999 Blazer ZR2. Procedure is...
10-05-2007, 06:11 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 454
Posted By DCFluX

FluX On: Ball Joints - Discussion

I recently had the opprotunity to change my Ball Joints as my 1999 Blazer ZR2 just hit 80,000 miles. Some of you have a garage, some of you have the tools, some may have both, some may have...
09-20-2007, 11:10 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,023
Posted By DCFluX

RE: Weird Electric - any idea's ?

Loose ground cable between chassis and engine block.
07-13-2007, 01:14 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,273
Posted By DCFluX

RE: Strange noise from front end.

I would suspect your CV joints are going bad. These connect the half-shafts to the transfer case to give power to the front wheels. Placing the drive in 4HI would put torque on the joints instead of...
07-02-2007, 02:10 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 32,979
Posted By DCFluX

FluX on: Ball Joints.

I recently had the opprotunity to change my Ball Joints as my 1999 Blazer ZR2 just hit 80,000 miles. Some of you have a garage, some of you have the tools, some may have both, some may have neither....
Forum: General Chat
05-16-2007, 03:43 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,853
Posted By DCFluX

RE: tire carriers arnt good

For future reference:

The spare tire carrier on a 2nd gen Blazer attaches with M10 (1.50 mm pitch) bolts with a Torx (R) T-50 head. The bolts are approximently 7cm in length with a large...
02-02-2007, 01:17 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,257
Posted By DCFluX

RE: Rear wipper?

On the rear wiper arm, there is a rubber cover. Pop it off with a straight screw driver and check that the nut is tight. Apply a new coat of thread locking compound if it is loose. With the blade in...
01-31-2007, 01:33 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,906
Posted By DCFluX

RE: Heater Core Leak Again

You may want to replace your radiator cap. I understand the stock cap will cease to function around 75K and not allow expansion into the overflow tank. Result is the presure goes for the weakest part...
12-12-2006, 01:29 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,903
Posted By DCFluX

RE: Electrical Problems

I wouldn't trust the staff or equipment of Autozone when it comes to checking to see if an alternator is ok. Unless you load the alternator and check it with either a AC voltmeter or preferably an...
12-11-2006, 05:24 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,903
Posted By DCFluX

RE: Electrical Problems

If a battery is 5 years old I just flat out replace it. No sense in beating a dead horse. Also when replacing the alternator you should be certain that the battery has a good charge before hand so...
12-11-2006, 12:48 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,903
Posted By DCFluX

RE: Electrical Problems

Sounds to me like one of the diodes in your alternator is bad.

An alternator is actually an AC generator with diodes to convert it the voltage to DC. If you have a volt meter set it on the AC...
12-08-2006, 08:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 838
Posted By DCFluX

RE: GM Goodwrench Tranny - Any Experience?

Just got mine replaced with a rebuild because the Dodge dealership made the mistake of giving a 3 Month / 3,000 Mile warrenty. I have no idea what the GM dealer charged them but I would guess around...
12-08-2006, 07:04 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 15,676
Posted By DCFluX

RE: Fuel Pump Reset Switch?

Generally those are only found on Fords.

You may wish to check the fuse labeled 'ECM B'. There is also a Fuel Pump Relay that could be bad.
12-05-2006, 12:46 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 15,955
Posted By DCFluX

RE: neutral safety switch?

As stupid as it sounds, was the battery ever hooked up backwards? Make sure you have the positive and negitave right. Then I would inspect the 175A Mega (R) Fuse located under the battery in the...
12-01-2006, 02:05 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,870
Posted By DCFluX

RE: Dome Lights

Just A3 (Gray/Black) on connector C2 (Light Blue).
12-01-2006, 01:08 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,870
Posted By DCFluX

RE: Dome Lights

'IPR' can be verified functioning as it runs the light in the glove box, Sunshade mirrors and the underhood lamp, assuming they are open as they have local switches as well.

'IPR' also feeds...
12-01-2006, 12:40 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,870
Posted By DCFluX

RE: Dome Lights

Did the circuits you were clicking turn off and on with the relays? Or did it just make a clicking noise? If it made a clicking noise and nothing happend the relays could have bad contacts.
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