Blazer Forum - Chevy Blazer Forums - Search Results
Blazer Forum - Chevy Blazer Forums

Go Back  Blazer Forum - Chevy Blazer Forums > Search Forums
Reload this Page >

Search Results

Register
FAQ
Community
Calendar
Today's Posts
Search
Used Blazers
Vendor Directory
Search: Posts Made By: racechaplain
Showing results 1 to 41 of 41
Search took 0.00 seconds.
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
04-06-2017, 10:03 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 559
Posted By racechaplain

things to check

I have been dealing with this issue as well. First things first. Have you checked all vacuum hoses for leaks as well as the 4X4 actuator for a broken diaphragm?
In my case this is what happened....
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
04-06-2017, 04:55 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 799
Posted By racechaplain

Vacuum block removal behind ashtray?

Hi everyone,
I recently went through the dreaded process of getting the hvac working. The shop I use finally found the issue to be trans fluid sucked through system and it took out the vacuum block...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
11-30-2016, 09:39 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,042
Posted By racechaplain

yup, that's what my mechanic found too. The issue...

yup, that's what my mechanic found too. The issue is the douple lip seal between the transfer case and the tranny. When my guy checked the transfer case fluid, it was too full (keeps sucking tranny...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
11-27-2016, 06:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,042
Posted By racechaplain

Hey Junior2006, which lines specifically did you...

Hey Junior2006, which lines specifically did you push back up? I have been working on this issue all weekend with no change in the air blowing straight out vents. I noticed a vacuum block behind the...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
08-30-2016, 12:09 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 487
Posted By racechaplain

I noticed a miss the other night while I was...

I noticed a miss the other night while I was driving in fog. Put new plug wires on and fuel trim got better. Still have i/m readiness looking for htr....probably going to clean mafia next.
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
08-30-2016, 12:06 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,007
Posted By racechaplain

Yes, thanks for response. I did verify the...

Yes, thanks for response. I did verify the service code and mine was affected. Upon further review, I forgot to plug in top center connector which put the abs light on. Duh!
After plugging it in,...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
08-27-2016, 08:30 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,007
Posted By racechaplain

Abs light on after vcm tsb 12167310 install...

After installing the famous GM part #12167310 exactly per instructions as a precaution to make sure my trans doesn't go out again at 60K miles, I now have an abs light glowing in gauge cluster. I'm...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
08-27-2016, 08:23 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 487
Posted By racechaplain

So after driver side manifold was fixed properly...

So after driver side manifold was fixed properly and tightened accordingly, the P0420 code has not been back! I will try to tighten the psgr. side exhaust to verify collector is tight. Small leaks...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
08-26-2016, 05:43 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 487
Posted By racechaplain

O2 Issue?

Well, The Blazer is no longer bucking or surging on take-off. I replaced the air intake tube with a good one from a pick a part place for 5 bucks.
I took the truck back to the trans shop and they...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
08-23-2016, 06:11 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 487
Posted By racechaplain

Heater code

Hello everyone!
Here's what I am facing. I had the trans replaced recently at a reputable..uh hum...shop. When I got my Blazer back, it no longer had the glorious Green light go ready status on my...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
12-05-2015, 04:38 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 755
Posted By racechaplain

Well, here's what ended up being the issue. The...

Well, here's what ended up being the issue. The thrust washer between the two axles (inner and outer) on the psgr. side evidently dropped when the outer axle came out during the cv axle swap. After...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
11-24-2015, 05:42 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 755
Posted By racechaplain

will do. I'll check into it.

will do. I'll check into it.
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
11-23-2015, 10:46 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 755
Posted By racechaplain

Well, engagement fork is seized internally as we...

Well, engagement fork is seized internally as we can't pull stud out to engage axles. Going to get a differential at boneyard for $150 at this point. My day is shot!
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
11-22-2015, 08:30 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 755
Posted By racechaplain

4X4 now inoperable?

Hi everyone,
Today I replaced upper control arms on my 96' 4X4 LS model. 219,000 miles and still running strong. While I had everything apart, I decided that it would be a good preventative measure...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
03-29-2015, 09:18 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 749
Posted By racechaplain

now I just gotta figure out the pwr. seat harness...

now I just gotta figure out the pwr. seat harness and gas gauge on my 96'! ugh! The needle on the 96' is always on the empty. New fuel pump module in it too so I'm not sure if it is the sending unit...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
03-29-2015, 09:16 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 749
Posted By racechaplain

Crazy, but when I disconnected the pwr. seat...

Crazy, but when I disconnected the pwr. seat harness at the carpet and pushed the ground wire back up into the socket and reinstalled, the gas gauge worked! Quick fix that I was very thankful for.
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
03-25-2015, 08:59 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 749
Posted By racechaplain

Wiring help please!

This morning, I was able to tear into a power seat issue and trace the bad orange wire to the seat plug and get my power seat working.
Downside is now the gas gauge is pegged to the 5 o'clock...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
04-11-2013, 12:48 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,573
Posted By racechaplain

Well, here was the final fix on this nightmare! I...

Well, here was the final fix on this nightmare! I took it to a reputable shop who in fact knew and understood what cam retard was and offered to set it for $65. Once the cam retard was set however,...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
04-08-2013, 04:52 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,573
Posted By racechaplain

The shop I have it at now says that they have the...

The shop I have it at now says that they have the cam retard set and that there was no change in the way it idles. They hit me for a AC delco cap and rotor when I had a new on e on it already. So, it...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
04-05-2013, 11:02 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,573
Posted By racechaplain

Well, I now have a gas tank that does not leak, a...

Well, I now have a gas tank that does not leak, a new upper and lower fuel filler neck and a new AC Delco gas cap installed. The O2 and cat indicators quit flashing but b1 sw 3 seems a little...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
03-28-2013, 11:39 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,573
Posted By racechaplain

yea, thanks to you I realized who I was dealing...

yea, thanks to you I realized who I was dealing with at these shops. They thought since it was only one position that that was the end of the story. I watched a video on youtube that showed me how...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
03-28-2013, 03:06 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,573
Posted By racechaplain

no, so I have to find someone that has the...

no, so I have to find someone that has the capability. I asked 2 guys that have shops and they had never heard of it. 8-) So I plan on taking it to a small GM dealership in the next couple weeks to...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
03-27-2013, 03:03 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,573
Posted By racechaplain

It's a Innova 3140. Let me update you what is...

It's a Innova 3140.
Let me update you what is new. I went to fill up with gas yesterday and the darn thing spewed gas all over the place once it filled up. The garage that replaced the fuel pump...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
03-26-2013, 01:08 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,573
Posted By racechaplain

timing...I changed both temp sensors.

timing...I changed both temp sensors.
Forum: Lighting & Electrical
03-26-2013, 12:24 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,774
Posted By racechaplain

headlight or blower motor on high creates engine surge

Has anyone had an issue in which when you turn your headlights on that the engine rpm drops like 2-300 rpms. I noticed that if I have my heater on high fan, warming the truck up obviously in frigid...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
03-25-2013, 03:12 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,573
Posted By racechaplain

I saw some of your posts about timing chains etc,...

I saw some of your posts about timing chains etc, Cpatain. I ordered the distributor hold down and am going to get some new Os"s because I see 2 of them acting lazy.
I'll post back once work is...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
03-25-2013, 01:38 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 15,126
Posted By racechaplain

not trying to dig up an old thread but what did...

not trying to dig up an old thread but what did you find to be the issue in the end?
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
03-25-2013, 01:27 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,573
Posted By racechaplain

Well, I found something interesting and would...

Well, I found something interesting and would like to ask your opinion on it, Captain. I went out this morning and went through the proper procedure of setting the distributor in place. I wanted to...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
03-24-2013, 08:09 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 3,741
Posted By racechaplain

Did you actually pull the valve covers like the...

Did you actually pull the valve covers like the captain suggested? It could still be clogged oil passages. I'm having the same issue and have replaced everything possible other than the crank sensor...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
03-24-2013, 06:53 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,573
Posted By racechaplain

when I turn on the headlights, it drops the idle...

when I turn on the headlights, it drops the idle about 300-400 rpm and then compensates itself . Is this normal? I have also replaced battery and altenator...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
03-24-2013, 06:52 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,573
Posted By racechaplain

Just out of curiosity, is -64 degrees at idle...

Just out of curiosity, is -64 degrees at idle normal? That is what my Innova scanner is claiming...would I then turn the shaft clockwise 1 tooth to advance it? MPG totally sucks on this truck and I...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
03-11-2013, 01:06 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,573
Posted By racechaplain

surging

Okay, Here's what I have done so far after reading the blogs...
I started with a tune-up on the 175K 1996 Blazer I bought recently because it has the infamous surge at idle that bounces the tac...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
03-10-2013, 12:22 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,448
Posted By racechaplain

at what idle are you making this adjustment?

at what idle are you making this adjustment?
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
03-08-2013, 04:36 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,549
Posted By racechaplain

It was the switch. Changed it out and now it...

It was the switch. Changed it out and now it works fine! Completely rebuilt system now! LOL go figure! ugh!
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
03-02-2013, 03:21 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,549
Posted By racechaplain

Yep, it was the top washer pump because that one...

Yep, it was the top washer pump because that one has the line going to the rear. Waiting on switch at this point....
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
03-01-2013, 06:27 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,549
Posted By racechaplain

changed the black box or the wiper motor pulse...

changed the black box or the wiper motor pulse board for the rear today and still no change. Next step is I found a used switch online and will try that next week sometime. Switch has to be bad...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
02-26-2013, 04:31 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,549
Posted By racechaplain

Yes, I already checked under the rear trim piece....

Yes, I already checked under the rear trim piece. Still doesn't explain why the motor will not run in continuous mode while pushing "Wash" on dash switch. Even if the hose was disconnected, and...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
02-26-2013, 10:00 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,549
Posted By racechaplain

The other thing though is that the wiper is not...

The other thing though is that the wiper is not operating in continuous mode anymore when pushing the wash on the rear switch...That's what makes me think the relay board is shot...
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
02-26-2013, 09:58 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,549
Posted By racechaplain

was it up by the rear seat area then? or more...

was it up by the rear seat area then? or more back by the jack and stowage area?
Forum: 2nd Generation S-series (1995-2005) Tech
02-25-2013, 10:20 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,549
Posted By racechaplain

Rear washer/wiper issues....

Hey guys,
I have a 96' Blazer with the rear washer inop. I changed the washer pump at the tank and also recently changed the rear wiper motor.
Interestingly enough, when I first pushed the "Wash"...
Forum: New Member Area
02-25-2013, 10:15 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 371
Posted By racechaplain

Greetings!

Hello everyone! My name is Randy and I am the proud owner of a 1996 Chevy Blazer LS 4X4 4 door. Years ago, I sold them brand new when I was a new car salesman so I remember how they felt new.
My...
Showing results 1 to 41 of 41


 
Forum Jump

Contact Us - Archive - Advertising - Cookie Policy - Privacy Statement - Terms of Service - Do Not Sell My Personal Information -

© 2021 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands