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12-07-2015, 04:10 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 829
Posted By deadmanet

Thanks for the info. I figured it was possible,...

Thanks for the info. I figured it was possible, just have never seen it before, on any vehicle I've owned. Haven't done the driver side yet, due to time constraints, will probably go ahead and...
12-05-2015, 02:09 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 829
Posted By deadmanet

Unusal rotor issue

Already posted the story about why I had to change my rear rotor, but during the process I ran across something odd.


Here is a side by side shot of the new and old rotor. Looks like...
Forum: General Chat
12-05-2015, 01:36 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 680
Posted By deadmanet

I feel like such an idiot after this

Wasn't sure where to put this, but feels like a general topic, if not sorry, please move.


First, I would like to again thank each and every one of you that help us not so mechanically...
06-14-2015, 08:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,207
Posted By deadmanet

Thanks guys, your answers are pretty much what I...

Thanks guys, your answers are pretty much what I figured. Guess that will be my next project. Just no 4 wheel driving until then. Good thing it's the summer time!


*edit* I didn't think about...
06-14-2015, 01:02 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,207
Posted By deadmanet

How bad is my CV Joint?

Just had to replace my upper ball joint on the driver side. Yes, I know I should have done both sets of uppers and lowers, but don't really have the time or money at the moment. I need my truck...
Forum: The Lounge
02-06-2012, 09:11 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,936
Posted By deadmanet

I'll skip the advice as others have said, every...

I'll skip the advice as others have said, every situation is different....just going to share my stories like you asked, and let you go from there. I've actually had multiple long distance...
Forum: General Chat
02-06-2012, 08:16 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 498
Posted By deadmanet

Cool Thanks fellow Blazer owners!

Not really a technical issue anymore, but if mods feel it needs to be moved, please do so....

Just wanted to thank all of you here that answer our questions all the time. I unfortunately don't...
Forum: The Lounge
01-29-2012, 06:51 PM
Replies: 155
Views: 21,027
Posted By deadmanet

I'll even list what age I was. 1978 Ford...

I'll even list what age I was.

1978 Ford Pinto(junked)16
1985 Ford Escort(junked)17
1985 Ford Escort(Junked)18
1993 Chrylser Lebaron GTC(trade in,Still miss my convertable)19
1993 Geo Storm...
01-28-2012, 07:32 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 641
Posted By deadmanet

Welcome from a fellow Hoosier. You will enjoy...

Welcome from a fellow Hoosier. You will enjoy yourself here, lots of good info/people.
Forum: The Lounge
01-26-2012, 01:59 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,644
Posted By deadmanet

Well, looks like I ended up doing something I've...

Well, looks like I ended up doing something I've been wanting to do, but is now "sorta necessary." Was using the Razer Lycosa keyboard and Razer Death Adder mouse. Well, a few months ago my Lycosa...
Forum: The Lounge
01-24-2012, 07:02 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,644
Posted By deadmanet

First going to get the Blazer a full tune up....

First going to get the Blazer a full tune up. Which due to my most recent issue, will include at least my distributor cap, and maybe plugs/wires(having the no start when it rains issue, which found...
Forum: The Lounge
01-23-2012, 01:40 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,507
Posted By deadmanet

That sounds good! Although I'd have to watch...

That sounds good! Although I'd have to watch myself with this one, me and Everclear do not get along anymore. :icon_twisted:
01-21-2012, 08:37 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,295
Posted By deadmanet

Replacing Keyless Entry Remote

I know my Blazer has the factory keyless entry installed, but the car lot I bought it from didn't have/receive a remote when they got it.

Anyone have recomendations on where to buy a replacement...
Forum: The Lounge
01-18-2012, 08:00 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,371
Posted By deadmanet

Signed it.

Signed it.
01-13-2012, 12:14 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 716
Posted By deadmanet

Should be the S-series, I do remember reading...

Should be the S-series, I do remember reading about that post the other day, when someone else was having alternator issues. Thanks for the tip, I'll send her the link to this thread, and maybe she...
01-13-2012, 11:51 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 716
Posted By deadmanet

Trouble starting Trailblazer

Hey guys, got a friend of mine(trying to get her on here btw) that is having an issue that I could use a little help on.

Not sure of the year but know it's a 2nd gen Trailblazer. And she's having...
Forum: Builds
01-12-2012, 12:07 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,566
Posted By deadmanet

Well, after spending the last few days recovering...

Well, after spending the last few days recovering from the last round of working on the Blazer in the cold, I spent a little time out there today. Couldn't/didn't want to spend too much time out...
Forum: Builds
01-07-2012, 07:08 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,566
Posted By deadmanet

Thanks for the offer, but it's probably going to...

Thanks for the offer, but it's probably going to be a while before I mess with the truck again. After foolishly spending a few hours out in the 20 degree weather installing the head unit and front...
Forum: Builds
01-03-2012, 06:55 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,566
Posted By deadmanet

I've read that on here before, and did have the...

I've read that on here before, and did have the carpet pulled up before, maybe again I'm missing the obvious. :icon_shrug: Thanks for the tip though.
Forum: Builds
01-03-2012, 05:50 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,566
Posted By deadmanet

Ok, so a couple of hours(sat in truck and played...

Ok, so a couple of hours(sat in truck and played with my new toy:cool:) and some frozen toes later, head unit is in. Have my remote/rca wires hooked up as well. Took me forever to find a way to run...
Forum: Builds
01-03-2012, 01:32 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,566
Posted By deadmanet

Radio is finally here

My new head unit/front door speakers finally arrived.
http://i126.photobucket.com/albums/p91/deadmanet/My%20Blazer/HPIM0389.jpg
The stereo:...
01-03-2012, 06:59 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,901
Posted By deadmanet

I can't personally speak for the Zr2 models,...

I can't personally speak for the Zr2 models, maybe someone with the same type as you can answer that. However, Crutchfields page does say in the second box below the pics of the speakers(look for the...
01-02-2012, 08:07 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,901
Posted By deadmanet

Didn't see what specs you wanted for the 6 3/4's...

Didn't see what specs you wanted for the 6 3/4's other than Pioneer. Here is a set:
Pioneer TS-G1643R 6-1/2" 2-way car speakers — for 6-1/2" and 6-3/4" openings at Crutchfield.com...
01-01-2012, 05:34 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 411
Posted By deadmanet

Welcome from a fellow Hoosier. !

Welcome from a fellow Hoosier. !
12-31-2011, 08:27 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 23,474
Posted By deadmanet

Good luck guys! Hard choice, but I made one....

Good luck guys! Hard choice, but I made one. :cool:
Forum: The Lounge
12-31-2011, 06:32 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,497
Posted By deadmanet

Yup, just another day for me too....I've had to...

Yup, just another day for me too....I've had to work on New Year's Eve for....well, I couldn't tell you the last time I've had new years off. y'all have a drink for me will ya?
Forum: Builds
12-31-2011, 06:30 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,566
Posted By deadmanet

I thought about it, but going to wait on that for...

I thought about it, but going to wait on that for now. The Kenwoods I have in the rear now sound pretty good alone, will see how they sound together with my new JVC( 6 1/2, 240 watt 2-way) front...
Forum: General Chat
12-30-2011, 10:44 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,299
Posted By deadmanet

I have to agree that seems a little high, for...

I have to agree that seems a little high, for something that they know won't pass inspection.(assuming I understood that part correctly, here in Indiana, we don't have anything like that) Granted I...
Forum: Builds
12-30-2011, 09:49 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,566
Posted By deadmanet

Amp and Box arrive!

Not the best out there, but should suit my purpose.
Amp: Dual XPE2700 400W Max, 2-Channel MOSFET XPE Series
http://i126.photobucket.com/albums/p91/deadmanet/My%20Blazer/HPIM0365.jpg
...
12-25-2011, 10:18 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,158
Posted By deadmanet

Thanks for the info....Not really concerned on...

Thanks for the info....Not really concerned on 2ohms or 4ohms. If I get a mono and it runs at 4ohms I'd be happy. Just wanted to make sure I understood everything, as that will help me make my...
12-25-2011, 09:18 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,158
Posted By deadmanet

Christmas money ftw!

Looks like no more waiting till tax time. :icon_speaker1:

Thanks for the help again guys, got another question for ya.

Did some more looking around, and it looks like this is how I will end...
Forum: General Chat
12-24-2011, 03:41 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,595
Posted By deadmanet

Those look sweet! I like the "spread" as...

Those look sweet! I like the "spread" as well.
Forum: Builds
12-24-2011, 03:37 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,566
Posted By deadmanet

Cool First step to my system

Little update, finally going to start working on the sound system. Still going to be a little slow going, but I'll post up as I get each peice.

Got these on a clearance sale for $30 a peice.

...
Forum: The Lounge
12-24-2011, 03:16 PM
Replies: 421
Views: 73,622
Posted By deadmanet

Can't believe I've never seen this thread!

Nice rides.....I've got a real groaner for ya....

First car I drove was my parents minivan(don't remember kind)

First car I owned? 1978 Ford Pinto

Actually ran pretty good, as the guy I...
12-23-2011, 08:45 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,158
Posted By deadmanet

Thanks for the info....already got the stuff to...

Thanks for the info....already got the stuff to do the Big 3, and based on all the threads I found looking through here, I kinda figured stock alt should be ok(couldn't hurt to ask though)as I don't...
12-21-2011, 12:25 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,158
Posted By deadmanet

Question Help with amp decision/alternator

Heya guys, quick question for those with more experience with this than I have. It's been a long time since I've dealt with speakers/amps, and even then, it wasn't to extravagant. I recently got a...
Forum: General Chat
12-05-2011, 09:38 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 756
Posted By deadmanet

Cool Rough Country Christmas contest

Wasn't sure where to put this, but for those that don't use facebook, and/or follow rough country, they are doing a contest for a full kit and tires for christmas. All the rules, etc...are on their...
12-05-2011, 09:33 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,560
Posted By deadmanet

update

Thanks for your help gang....ended up being not only the ccc, but I also had a loose connection to the motor. So, I now have heat!
11-21-2011, 12:20 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,560
Posted By deadmanet

Update and another question. Well, still...

Update and another question.

Well, still no heat. After further research and testing, it is leaning towards the actual ccc in the dash.(not sure what to call it, but I'm sure most of you know...
10-27-2011, 08:58 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,560
Posted By deadmanet

No controls work. A buddy of mine thinks it's the...

No controls work. A buddy of mine thinks it's the A/C Electric Temperature and Motor Control Module. I hope not, that's one expensive part. Any way to test that part to see if it's actually working?...
10-26-2011, 01:50 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,560
Posted By deadmanet

And here we go again

Figured I'd restart my old thread instead of making a new one....No heat again. So, I replaced my motor finally, yet still no heat. Do the two lights(see pic) being lit up now mean anything? I've...
Forum: The Lounge
02-06-2011, 04:16 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,196
Posted By deadmanet

Nice pics guys. All we got in central Indiana...

Nice pics guys. All we got in central Indiana was a lot of ice. Wish I could have got a pic of my blazer as a block of ice. But alas camera packed away for the move and phone being dumb. Didnt...
Forum: The Lounge
01-12-2011, 08:43 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 3,973
Posted By deadmanet

Mines the same nickname I've used for a long...

Mines the same nickname I've used for a long time, for everything.

Deadman= The Undertakers nickname from WWE. My idol growing up.

ET=Enemy Territory. Added that after I realized deadman was...
Forum: The Lounge
01-12-2011, 06:44 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 4,341
Posted By deadmanet

I hear ya on being stuck with T-Mobile b/c of...

I hear ya on being stuck with T-Mobile b/c of credit issues, I'm in the same boat. I would love to get a newer smart phone, but I'm stuck with the Samsung Behold II.

Which I actually won in a...
Forum: The Lounge
01-04-2011, 03:56 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,026
Posted By deadmanet

Wow, hard question, but first and foremost, hire...

Wow, hard question, but first and foremost, hire a finacial advisor to make sure I don't get too careless and can live comfortably for the rest of my life and be able start my kids off on the right...
Forum: General Chat
01-04-2011, 07:25 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,340
Posted By deadmanet

I have the Liftgate. Would love to have had the...

I have the Liftgate. Would love to have had the tailgate though. Would have made transporting some longer furniture I had easier, because I could have just dropped the gate and not had to worry...
Forum: The Lounge
12-31-2010, 12:40 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 793
Posted By deadmanet

Happy New Year from corn country! 10 1/2 hrs for...

Happy New Year from corn country! 10 1/2 hrs for me, hope everyone has a safe and fun night. Drink one for me for those that are going out. I'll be at work:icon_wheel: when I ring in the new year.
Forum: The Lounge
12-30-2010, 12:58 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,412
Posted By deadmanet

:icon_ditto: I work for Wally World myself,...

:icon_ditto:

I work for Wally World myself, and I see Vizio's getting returned quite a bit. Sharp has always been good, and the wife and I are still using the Samsung that she had for 2 years,...
12-20-2010, 10:18 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,560
Posted By deadmanet

Funny update: A friend of mine at work,...

Funny update:

A friend of mine at work, decided he wanted to take a look at the blazer. Even though he didn't do anything different than what I did, now all of sudden I have heat again.
...
12-15-2010, 10:05 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,560
Posted By deadmanet

Ok, after going thru the usual steps, fuses,...

Ok, after going thru the usual steps, fuses, testing power at the motor, and all electrical spots, I'm pretty sure the motor is bad. But, haven't had the time to yank it out for one, and two don't...
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