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Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
12-03-2016, 02:44 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 333
Posted By fondo

Issue with Ignition

I do not own this vehicle:
I'm having trouble diagnosing an ignition problem with a '98 Olds Bravada. After using a tutorial I found online on how to diagnose a faulty ignition system, I'm still at...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
02-13-2013, 07:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,246
Posted By fondo

Pretty sure its the actuator but I will do checks...

Pretty sure its the actuator but I will do checks to confirm before putting myself through the hell... This past summer I did thorough flush of the cooling system (flushed water directly through core...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
02-12-2013, 11:38 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,246
Posted By fondo

Electric Blender Actuator

*As I'm sure you've already guessed I'm talking about the actuator on top of the HVAC box under the dash that is used with the automatic climate control system. What is the best approach to going...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
01-29-2013, 07:49 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,249
Posted By fondo

Thank you much!!

Thank you much!!
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
01-29-2013, 07:03 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,491
Posted By fondo

You might want to check the radiator petcock, it...

You might want to check the radiator petcock, it may just need tightening (its located on the bottom driver side of the radiator). Also the driver side radiator tank (plastic part of radiator) will...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
01-29-2013, 06:34 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,249
Posted By fondo

Alternator Interchange

I need to know if an alternator for an '01 s-10 4.3l will fit a '98 bravada. The part numbers don't exactly match up but the person that is selling it says the only difference should be the connector...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
12-18-2012, 06:42 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,131
Posted By fondo

I guess that settles that then... How much...

I guess that settles that then...

How much are you askin' for yours? I live in Idaho so shipping would be insane on a something like that I'm sure. Honestly, I'd feel more comfortable buying...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
12-18-2012, 05:11 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,131
Posted By fondo

Owner estimates roughly 30,000 miles (on top of...

Owner estimates roughly 30,000 miles (on top of whatever previous owner racked up) while it has been in his possession.
Wouldn't my old oil pan bolt up? It is a 4.3 block after all. Distributor...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
12-18-2012, 03:33 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,131
Posted By fondo

Has it been rebuilt?

Hi all, I'm considering buying a '95 cpi engine and trying to determine if it is rebuilt by going off of a few pix. Engine has blue valve cover gaskets and blue oil pan gasket. I recall alot of...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
11-19-2012, 01:58 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,982
Posted By fondo

So how does the half shaft disengage from diff...

So how does the half shaft disengage from diff when shifted into 2wd? Wouldn't the shaft always be turning while in 2wd?
Forum: Engine & Transmission
10-21-2012, 02:35 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 898
Posted By fondo

Ticking time bomb?

I've always had suspicions about the bottom end in my truck. After warming up I can hear a slight knock in the motor at idle. I also hear a knock when i shut it down after running at operating temp,...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
10-21-2012, 02:14 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,982
Posted By fondo

The bravada awd t-case is different from the...

The bravada awd t-case is different from the blazer 4wd t-case. Your t-case uses a viscous clutch (wiki it or do a search here if your curious) where as the blazer case is simply a gear and chain set...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
10-21-2012, 12:29 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,524
Posted By fondo

For the blazer I think the chilton is a good...

For the blazer I think the chilton is a good enough manual for the do-it-yourselfer. I've referred to mine numerous times and always found the information sufficient and correct (to my knowledge)....
Forum: Lighting & Electrical
08-21-2012, 05:08 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,593
Posted By fondo

98 Bravada electrical schematic

Have some weird electrical issues with a 98 bravada. Relay behind or under (I forget) glove compartment picks up and drops out sporadically. Not really sure what this relay is for. Drivers side...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
08-20-2012, 08:13 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,156
Posted By fondo

Weep Hole

Have a small, very intermittent coolant leak on a 98 Olds Bravada. The leak does not resemble the typical leak you get from a water pump leaking out of the weep hole. I'm wondering if its just a...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
04-18-2012, 06:38 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,034
Posted By fondo

Hole in radiator

I have a nice crack in my radiator on the engine oil cooler side. I assume the poor design of the oil cooler integrated into the radiator caused the baffles to warp and crack the plastic housing....
Forum: Steering, Suspension & Drivetrain
02-02-2012, 03:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,283
Posted By fondo

Needles to say I still haven't changed my front...

Needles to say I still haven't changed my front diff fluid in my truck. Still wondering what kinda fluid to add to the front carrier. 93 Olds Bravada AWD. Thanks
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
11-04-2011, 09:41 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,794
Posted By fondo

It could be anything ranging from but not limited...

It could be anything ranging from but not limited to a bad (or plugged egr) or iac to a leaky spider injector assembly. I know my truck surges when idling and this I'm almost certain is due to a weak...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
12-31-2010, 11:12 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 959
Posted By fondo

Felpro makes a kit that can be found at Napa....

Felpro makes a kit that can be found at Napa. This is the kit I used when mine started leaking and haven't seen a drop of oil in my driveway since. I replaced my oil lines with a set made by dorman...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
09-12-2010, 02:00 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,380
Posted By fondo

I don't know what to say about the timing of your...

I don't know what to say about the timing of your fuel pump going out other than the mileage at which it occurred. The OEM pumps on these trucks usually never last over 120,000 miles tops. The...
Forum: Tires and Wheels
08-21-2010, 08:36 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 769
Posted By fondo

Thanks fellas...

Thanks fellas...
Forum: Tires and Wheels
08-19-2010, 02:19 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 769
Posted By fondo

Found some wheels

Found some black steelies to fit my truck. Wondering who makes 'em. They have a blue and red pin stripe that runs the circumference of the wheel. Guy wants $25/wheel. Wheels look like they are in...
Forum: Steering, Suspension & Drivetrain
08-15-2010, 06:41 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,056
Posted By fondo

Might wanna inspect the roller bearings inside...

Might wanna inspect the roller bearings inside the axle tubes also. Check for flat spots on the rollers and what not.
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
08-15-2010, 06:21 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,380
Posted By fondo

I can't tell you what nut/bolt size you'll need...

I can't tell you what nut/bolt size you'll need off the top of my head but make sure you use lock washers and/or lock nuts upon re-assembly. Chances are you'll need a new motor but make sure...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
08-09-2010, 12:15 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,238
Posted By fondo

I'd pay close attention to the hinge bolts before...

I'd pay close attention to the hinge bolts before writing this off as a hassle-free fix. Overtime the bolts that secure the rear glass to the two hinges will work themselves loose. The crappy hinges...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
08-08-2010, 06:16 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,457
Posted By fondo

Ahh yes... The wiring schematic in my chilton has...

Ahh yes... The wiring schematic in my chilton has it labeled as the evaporator control switch. Any how, I jumped the connector to the switch momentarily and the compressor clutch engaged when I...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
08-08-2010, 04:37 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,457
Posted By fondo

Evaporator Control Switch

Where is this located (near to the evaporator would be my first guess)? What does it do? Does it protect the compressor (meaning it won't turn on) when low or no refrigerant is in the system? Or do I...
Forum: Steering, Suspension & Drivetrain
08-07-2010, 01:34 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,283
Posted By fondo

Front differential Question

Can anyone tell me the size of the pinion nut on the front third member? Anyone ever had to change the front pinion seal? I've got a some mobil 1 synthetic 75w-90w gear lube that I need to find a use...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
08-04-2010, 01:41 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,169
Posted By fondo

It may be that easy but you need to find out why...

It may be that easy but you need to find out why the oil cooling system was disabled to begin with. My focus would be on the radiator itself, maybe the oil cooler tank inside the radiator failed...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
08-02-2010, 11:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,679
Posted By fondo

How have you determined that you have a bad oil...

How have you determined that you have a bad oil pump? Are you just going by the reading your dash gauge is giving you? Not to come across as a dick responding to your 1st post but you are like the...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
08-02-2010, 11:15 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,169
Posted By fondo

With my experience being around these trucks, the...

With my experience being around these trucks, the models equipped with an oil cooling system have the oil cooler integrated into the driver side radiator tank (same as 2nd gens but 1st and 2nd gen...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
07-31-2010, 11:29 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,240
Posted By fondo

Not really sure what to tell you based on what...

Not really sure what to tell you based on what you typed can you please clarify? Does the starter crank over the engine strong and the engine has a hard time firing off. Or is it the starter that...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
07-27-2010, 03:23 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 902
Posted By fondo

You posted your question as a reply to "my"...

You posted your question as a reply to "my" thread. Please don't hijack someone else's thread. If you go to the search function you'll find at the bottom of the drop down menu "advanced search"....
Forum: Engine & Transmission
07-27-2010, 12:12 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 610
Posted By fondo

Thanks to both of you. Good point on...

Thanks to both of you.


Good point on making more work for myself. I suppose I'd be removing/installing everything necessary to install the mounts twice if I did the job per mount...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
07-27-2010, 12:12 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 902
Posted By fondo

WTF? Try using the search function...buddy! JEEZ

WTF? Try using the search function...buddy! JEEZ
Forum: Engine & Transmission
07-25-2010, 10:07 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 610
Posted By fondo

Need some advice

I ordered two energy suspension motor mounts from SFX performance (online) and received only one mount thus far. From what I understand via e-mail from SFX, these mounts are in short supply and its...
Forum: General Chat
07-13-2010, 03:17 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 846
Posted By fondo

Maybe a seized piston in the caliper? How about a...

Maybe a seized piston in the caliper? How about a wheel bearing going out? Have you jacked up the rear end and turned the wheels by hand to check for excessive drag?
Forum: Steering, Suspension & Drivetrain
07-13-2010, 10:36 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 16,225
Posted By fondo

The key keeps a certain amount of preload on the...

The key keeps a certain amount of preload on the t-bar, it must be removed to relieve all tension. If you look just to the outside of either key/adjusting bolt you will see a small depression. The...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
07-11-2010, 03:26 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,120
Posted By fondo

I ran auto lite in my 93 for 3 years with no...

I ran auto lite in my 93 for 3 years with no problems to speak of. The only plugs you should steer clear of are bosch and champion from what I have heard. Did you set the gap on each plug (.035"...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
07-11-2010, 01:19 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,120
Posted By fondo

Yes the cpi (spider) functions like an injector,...

Yes the cpi (spider) functions like an injector, but think of it as one large injector with a supply and return line and 6 individual lines supplying fuel to each of the 6 cylinders. The spider...
Forum: Steering, Suspension & Drivetrain
07-11-2010, 12:21 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 16,225
Posted By fondo

Once you unload the t-bar and than unbolt the...

Once you unload the t-bar and than unbolt the LCA, the LCA will fall out of the frame. You can then take a mallot and strike the backside of the LCA to separate it from the torsion bar. It simply...
Forum: Steering, Suspension & Drivetrain
07-10-2010, 11:44 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 16,225
Posted By fondo

Get it figured out?

Just like about everything else, nothing comes easy on these s-10's. To replace the LCA you'll need what is called a torsion bar unloader tool (looks like a beefed up c-clamp) Not so easy to come...
Forum: General Chat
07-10-2010, 08:12 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,090
Posted By fondo

Motor mounts

My motor mounts are shot and I'm trying to decide if I should fork out the $$$ for the energy suspension polyurethane mounts or just get some lower priced off brand mounts. Has anyone had any luck...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
07-05-2010, 07:38 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,095
Posted By fondo

I think they started that in '94... Not clue why...

I think they started that in '94... Not clue why though. Any one?
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
06-26-2010, 02:56 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 4,982
Posted By fondo

Rear glass hinge repair

Any one had to fix the hinges on their back glass. The plastic bushings that snug up against the window when the bolt is tightened are shot on mine and one of the hinges threads are completely...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
06-19-2010, 11:26 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,458
Posted By fondo

AC delco would be my first choice than autolite....

AC delco would be my first choice than autolite. Avoid bosch by all means. Haven't heard great things about champion and I'm not sure about ngk except when it comes to snowmobiles.
Forum: Tires and Wheels
06-13-2010, 11:49 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,543
Posted By fondo

Painting stock bravada wheels black

I am considering painting my bravada wheels with some black dupli-color or what have you. I don't have any experience with painting wheels so I was looking for some suggestion from some of you who...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
06-01-2010, 09:48 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 8,706
Posted By fondo

There's only one way to properly and safely...

There's only one way to properly and safely remove/install the torsion bars, its called a torsion bar unloader tool. Looks like larger, beefed up c-clamp. Don't try using a regular c-clamp, injury...
Forum: 1st Generation S-series (1983-1994) Tech
05-27-2010, 09:37 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,300
Posted By fondo

Your problem seems to be very similar to mine. A...

Your problem seems to be very similar to mine. A while back I sea foamed my engine and not long after that the idle starting acting erratic. Never really got around to checking it out and its still...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
05-21-2010, 08:03 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,541
Posted By fondo

idler pulley

Has anyone ever replaced the idler pulley with an aftermarket one on a vin w motor. The stock idler has a steel cup that sits on the front of the idler and rides on the inner bearing. Not sure what...
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