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Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
07-20-2011, 10:05 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 9,371
Posted By toaks1

Make sure the mechanic doesnt get a cheap crap...

Make sure the mechanic doesnt get a cheap crap Autozone one. I used one in mine and the after about 12 months trans cooler blew up inside of the radiator causing my coolant and tranny fluid to get...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
07-20-2011, 09:43 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 14,958
Posted By toaks1

My 2000 Jimmy does the same exact thing. I still...

My 2000 Jimmy does the same exact thing. I still haven't figured out what it is but I can say that It has been doing it since last summer and i have put about 15k miles on it since the problem...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
05-13-2011, 10:22 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,693
Posted By toaks1

update...the water definitely was coming in...

update...the water definitely was coming in through the driver's side rear door. The weather strip seemed worn out and was loose on the steel, not quite gripping anymore.

I didnt feel like...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
05-13-2011, 10:16 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,389
Posted By toaks1

I have the same problem with mine ... The...

I have the same problem with mine ...

The issue is that you probably have a 2 door blazer fuel pump in your 4 door blazer. The 2 doors have a 15 gallon tank which is not as deep as the 18 gallon...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
05-08-2011, 08:40 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 703
Posted By toaks1

1.) yes, you can tow up to 3500lbs off of the...

1.) yes, you can tow up to 3500lbs off of the bumper; but u should inspect the current condition of it before you tow anything with it. I see that u are from Ohio, so there is a possibility that ur...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
05-07-2011, 06:27 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,693
Posted By toaks1

Water on Floor boards

I am getting a TON of water underneath the carpet in my 4dr Jimmy. I noticed because it was puddling up underneath the rear seat on the drivers side. I pulled out the back seat and folded the carpet...
Forum: General Chat
12-05-2010, 11:35 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 819
Posted By toaks1

The 4l60e is the same transmission used on full...

The 4l60e is the same transmission used on full size silverado and tahoe trucks. I believe the maximum factory rated towing capacity for a 4.3 s10 is around 5500lbs.
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
09-01-2010, 05:55 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,288
Posted By toaks1

Low fuel pressure in HOT WEATHER

Ok, Ive been having an issue with my 2000 Jimmy 4x4 stalling when it is hot (85*F or hotter) outside. Jimmy has about 130k on it, newer fuel pump. It will stall, i get low fuel pressure and have to...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
07-10-2010, 09:52 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,860
Posted By toaks1

the relay being "too hot" is just because...

the relay being "too hot" is just because everything is too hot to touch under the hood when driving on a HOT summer day. I checked my relay the other day when it died on me and ALL of them on the...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
07-08-2010, 11:41 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,286
Posted By toaks1

They are not really "toy cars" they are rated to...

They are not really "toy cars" they are rated to tow up to 5900lb IIRC. Ive personally towed a 19.5ft bowrider with mine, boat alone weighed in at 3500lb + trailer weight it pulled it like a champ...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
07-05-2010, 09:14 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,860
Posted By toaks1

Harry, im having the same exact issue. Im also at...

Harry, im having the same exact issue. Im also at a loss as to what the problem is because it only acts up after a longer trip (50+miles) on a hotter day (80 deg ambient +).
It is also hit or miss...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
02-06-2010, 01:09 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,197
Posted By toaks1

are u running 4 wheel drive on dry pavement?

are u running 4 wheel drive on dry pavement?
Forum: Engine & Transmission
02-06-2010, 01:07 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,427
Posted By toaks1

have u changed the fuel filter? Its located on...

have u changed the fuel filter? Its located on the drivers side, inside the frame rail.
Forum: Off Roading
02-06-2010, 01:05 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,842
Posted By toaks1

dude, u got robbed! a decent aftermarket fuel...

dude, u got robbed! a decent aftermarket fuel pump should run about $300, and a decent mechanic should be able to do it in 2 hours, so about $150 in labor, $450-500 tops for the whole job.
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
01-29-2010, 07:28 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,391
Posted By toaks1

I really have no idea and this may be a stupid...

I really have no idea and this may be a stupid suggestion; but did u ground it 2 times consecutively? u have to hit the oem key fob once to unlock the drivers door and twice consecutively to get he...
Forum: Tires and Wheels
01-28-2010, 05:06 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,871
Posted By toaks1

I agree, BUT there are some brands which are...

I agree, BUT there are some brands which are literally identical to the name brand more expensive tires. That is why i used the Dean example of the tire i just bought. It is the same exact tire as...
Forum: Tires and Wheels
01-28-2010, 05:00 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,871
Posted By toaks1

Kuhmo is a Korean made brand. Why not buy an...

Kuhmo is a Korean made brand. Why not buy an American product and keep a few more people like u and me working somewhere in this great nation.
Forum: Tires and Wheels
01-27-2010, 10:22 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,871
Posted By toaks1

I just got some Dean Trailcat 235/75/15's on...

I just got some Dean Trailcat 235/75/15's on mine. They were $100 each installed and with sales tax, so the actual tire cost would be roughly $80/each
These tires (Dean) are made by Cooper tires as...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
01-27-2010, 09:53 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,593
Posted By toaks1

I would def follow rridle's link, it is a good...

I would def follow rridle's link, it is a good one. should cover all bases

here are a few of my thoughts:
did u replace the fuel filter when u replaced the fuel pump? Also did u use a quality...
Forum: General Chat
01-27-2010, 09:06 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 12,921
Posted By toaks1

ahh i tried the dome override light today, and it...

ahh i tried the dome override light today, and it works on my 2000 jimmy slt.
looks like i dont need to do the brake trick anymore afterall!
Forum: General Chat
01-27-2010, 11:33 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 12,921
Posted By toaks1

No need to get so defensive there chief. Im just...

No need to get so defensive there chief. Im just throwing it out there as an option for people who might like the Autolight feature (like me) and dont want to permanantly remove it from their truck. ...
Forum: Paint, Body, & Interior
01-26-2010, 11:26 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,335
Posted By toaks1

u could always just do the redneck special and...

u could always just do the redneck special and try fixing it with some bondo and rattle can primer
Forum: General Chat
01-26-2010, 11:17 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 12,921
Posted By toaks1

Another way to get them to stay off is to APPLY...

Another way to get them to stay off is to APPLY THE PARKING BRAKE. with it on the AutoLights do not come on. U dont have to put the pedal all the way down or anything, just one click does it (as long...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
01-20-2010, 08:33 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,630
Posted By toaks1

first off, where do u live? if there is any...

first off, where do u live? if there is any chance that it will get below freezing than u definitely need to get that water out of there.

And on my blazer the plastic tanks on the radiator...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
01-20-2010, 06:02 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 26,474
Posted By toaks1

the reman'd calipers are only $30-$35 at Napa,...

the reman'd calipers are only $30-$35 at Napa, they have brand new pistons in them and a brand new dust boot. i cant imagine that a rebuild kit would be much less than that, if one is available.
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
01-18-2010, 06:58 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 26,474
Posted By toaks1

Update: After driving around all day today I...

Update:

After driving around all day today I am confident that the calipers were the root cause of my original problem. There is no more sticking or dragging of the rear brakes, also no more odor...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
01-17-2010, 11:28 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 47,180
Posted By toaks1

what ever the factory put in in 2000 seems to do...

what ever the factory put in in 2000 seems to do the trick! 124k miles later and they still spark, no missing or sputtering so i see no need to change 'em. also, i rarely take the rpm's over 2500 so...
Forum: General Chat
01-17-2010, 11:00 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,865
Posted By toaks1

junkyards flooded with "cash for clunkers" blazers

I was at the junk yard last week and I couldnt get over how many NICE blazers were junked in there from the cash for clunkers program. Its a shame to see all of these nice trucks (some of them nicer...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
01-17-2010, 10:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 804
Posted By toaks1

the hose itself is about a $30 part, as for the...

the hose itself is about a $30 part, as for the labor i have no idea how long it would take to replace.

One thing to check before taking it in to the mechanic is the gasket/o-ring thing between...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
01-17-2010, 07:16 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 908
Posted By toaks1

also, u may want to go under there with a rubber...

also, u may want to go under there with a rubber mallet and just tap the cat a few times to see if u can duplicate the sound. Also bang the floorboards a few times and see if u can locate the rattle,...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
01-17-2010, 02:15 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 26,474
Posted By toaks1

got it taken care of today, i have a good pedal...

got it taken care of today, i have a good pedal now.

I tried messing around with one of those vacuum pump pieces of crap from advanced auto and ended up wasting several hours.
i found that the...
Forum: General Chat
01-16-2010, 10:59 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,001
Posted By toaks1

I think that it is way overpriced, with 190k it...

I think that it is way overpriced, with 190k it shouldnt be worth more than $1500. and IMO the interiors suck on the 95-97's
just for comparison i saw a 2000 trailblazer w/80k on it for just over...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
01-16-2010, 09:25 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 26,474
Posted By toaks1

Ron, should i try this with the motor running or...

Ron, should i try this with the motor running or with the motor off?
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
01-16-2010, 06:13 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 26,474
Posted By toaks1

OK, well today I attempted to fix my rear brakes!...

OK, well today I attempted to fix my rear brakes! I swapped both calipers out and bled them, thought i was good.

I took it for a spin and the pedal was real weak. The "brake" light on the dash is...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
01-13-2010, 07:53 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 26,474
Posted By toaks1

the pads were sliding nicely inside of the...

the pads were sliding nicely inside of the caliper bracket, and i did dab the ends with anti-seize so that they dont get stuck.

I was fooling around this morning in a parking lot. I put the truck...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
01-12-2010, 11:09 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 26,474
Posted By toaks1

Rear Brakes - Seizing, replacing calipers and bleeding

Hi all,

I need some advice here

Ive got an 00 jimmy, 4x4, 124k miles

I have sticky rear brakes, i checked it out and found that one of the driver's side caliper slides was sticking. So I...
Forum: Steering, Suspension & Drivetrain
01-12-2010, 10:49 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,495
Posted By toaks1

first here is some terminology: open...

first here is some terminology:

open differential = when one wheel looses traction the other wheel recieves 0 torque. this is what most blazers have.

limited slip = posi-traction, these two...
Forum: Steering, Suspension & Drivetrain
11-30-2009, 09:54 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,059
Posted By toaks1

front end issues, re-build or not?

Ive got an 00 jimmy 4x4 w/125k on it. Currently the front end is sounding a little scary. I had all ball joints and shocks replaced about 5k miles ago and it was good for a while, but now i am having...
Forum: Steering, Suspension & Drivetrain
11-30-2009, 09:10 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,864
Posted By toaks1

if u weld it then good luck steering/turning....

if u weld it then good luck steering/turning. really not a good idea for a dd (or any road vehicle for that matter). That should only be done on a dedicated trail rig.
Forum: Steering, Suspension & Drivetrain
11-30-2009, 09:07 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 607
Posted By toaks1

you really dont feel the 4x4 when turning,...

you really dont feel the 4x4 when turning, especially in 4hi.
Forum: Off Roading
11-28-2009, 09:54 PM
Replies: 14
4x4
Views: 1,881
Posted By toaks1

Does 4lo light just flash when in neutral? Can...

Does 4lo light just flash when in neutral? Can you hear/feel the t-case actuator shifting?

if so just shift into drive after u hear the actuator switch, it will lock into 4lo and the light will...
Forum: Steering, Suspension & Drivetrain
11-24-2009, 10:38 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,500
Posted By toaks1

get yourself to Sears, they are having a FREE...

get yourself to Sears, they are having a FREE install on all monroe shocks right now, and the prices $5-$10 over what they charge at the auto store. I got sensa-tracks on the front and gas matics on...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
09-17-2009, 10:02 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 815
Posted By toaks1

Sounds like it could possibly be a bad fuel pump....

Sounds like it could possibly be a bad fuel pump. You need to check the fuel pressure, should be about 55-60psi in order for the engine to start.

If you dont have a fuel pressure gage one way to...
Forum: New Member Area
09-17-2009, 11:24 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,306
Posted By toaks1

Welcome aboard. And isnt that fat loser...

Welcome aboard.

And isnt that fat loser michael moore from flint, mi?
Forum: Steering, Suspension & Drivetrain
09-15-2009, 09:52 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 689
Posted By toaks1

what happens if you pump the pedal up with the...

what happens if you pump the pedal up with the engine off? does it stay firm or does it loosen up after a few minutes?
Forum: Audio/Video Electronics
09-15-2009, 09:40 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,375
Posted By toaks1

Depends if you have the bose system or not. if...

Depends if you have the bose system or not. if you have bose then i think you will need to replace the head unit, amp and wiring.
Forum: Steering, Suspension & Drivetrain
09-15-2009, 09:09 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 689
Posted By toaks1

Ive never replaced a master before myself, but i...

Ive never replaced a master before myself, but i think you have to bench bleed the master before you put it in the vehicle. and you may need to bleed the abs module too if you replaced the master, im...
Forum: General Chat
09-15-2009, 09:05 PM
Replies: 575
Views: 64,806
Posted By toaks1

119,500 miles, on my '00 4dr 4wd. I get about...

119,500 miles, on my '00 4dr 4wd. I get about 13mpg city, 22hwy. that means my jimmy has used roughly 6,900 gallons of fuel in its lifetime (or about $14k worth at $2/gal)!
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
09-15-2009, 08:36 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,760
Posted By toaks1

I couldnt agree more, Also replace your FUEL...

I couldnt agree more, Also replace your FUEL FILTER if you havent already. and dont go cheap on these either. I bought a cheap filter from auto zone (made in china) and it lasted about 3 months...
Forum: Steering, Suspension & Drivetrain
09-12-2009, 05:21 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,199
Posted By toaks1

it is definitely a front end noise, and I checked...

it is definitely a front end noise, and I checked the drive shaft, it seems ok
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