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SFA is no small task. If you're looking for a small lift and maybe 32" tires I would seriously look at doing an XJ aftermarket long arm cross member and long arms (can't remember brand) with an HP30 and 4.10 gears. Then do a ford 8.8 in the rear. That will keep your track width relatively the same a...

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What part of the passenger floor is it leaking? Closer to the fender? Closer to the centerline of the vehicle? I got water every once in awhile after extremely hard rains near the fender. After a windshield replacement the company just tucked the foam in on the a-pillar instead of using a double sid...

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Well wanted to provide an update after some years of service: 1st KKS ebay radiator last until 2019 - 4 years. Started leaking where a couple tubes entered the tank. Replaced with another one and has been going strong for a year. Flex-a-lite 36116 controller started acting erratically this year, so ...

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Thanks, I was aware that my readings are normal . I just could not find the reason for the very slow cranking and rough start . I have since put my battery on a two day 1.5 amp Trickle charge and what ever that did , all is well . :?: Your previous mention of battery not holding a charge and then i...

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Just out of curiosity, any aftermarket items installed in the truck? Anything tied to the electrical system?

When you hook the ODB2 adapter up, try to access each module and see what codes you have.

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Horsehammerr wrote:Battery is less than a year old but, doesn't seem to be holding charge in cold weather ? Alternator charging right at 14.78 at idle , battery at 12.8 30 minutes at rest. ?

Battery dropping down to 12.8V at rest is normal. That is full charge 12.7-12.8V.

LoneWolf04

Have codes checked even if CEL isn't on. Could have a pending code that hasn't fully set. Then I would check fuel pressure to start. Make you're achieving pressure and holding.

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I found the problem with the throttle body. The connector for the cruise control was binding and would hold the throttle plate open just enough to cause the check engine light to come on. I sprayed it with PB Blaster until it loosened up and haven't had any problem since. Good find! Glad it didn't ...

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Rear seat has 2 bolts facing forward when the floor pan comes up vertically.

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Could be from worn steering linkage. I would check your idler and pitman arms.

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Just curious if you have noticed that the fuse blows when you are doing a certain thing with the vehicle. Hitting a bump, turning, any pattern to it? Are you using cruise when the fuse blows?

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The front piece has always been a pain removed over the steering column and are prone to breaking. What year is your truck to know if it has a 1.5 DIN or double din? I changed mine out from 1.5 DIN to double a few years back and still have the original.

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4600 is Bilsteins model number, you will need the part number off of them. There are two different 4600s for the rear on a 4x4 whether its standard or zr2 suspension (which is not available on the crew).

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I have had good luck with the Autozone Gold rotors on the rear. They are coated and hold up well. Just don't take them to a tire shop (Discount Tire), they like to wire wheel the back of the wheels and the rotor to ensure a clean mounting surface. Will take any coating off and then everything starts...

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It will depend on where on the rocker you want replaced. Cab corner I would grab from an extended cab and you will need to trim it down. Unfortunately no direct replacement panels out there for the crew for the rockers. If you need the rounded area for the rear door I think the single cab section wi...

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Since you have an '04 you have a double din radio. I would verify that unit you posted is indeed a doubble din radio. If they could provide a picture of the rear connector on the radio that would also help immensely to determine whether or not it will be a direct swap.

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I don't get a chance to get on here a lot with summer months. It appears the distributor was the culprit, as was suggested earlier to check. Also as a side note, I've had horrible results with cheap wires, even ACDelco wires causing bad spark arcing (1st set was good for a long time, tried a replace...

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Year and miles? Original exhaust? Several common things that go on these trucks is the distributor gear gets worn and needs replacing. Converter also has a tendency to go out if you have the old poppet style injector. Injector leaks, dumps excess, unburnt fuel through the exhaust system, and convert...

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I am kind of shocked superlift and bds stopped making these. The only reason I say kind of is because of how many SAS lifts and components are being made and at a smaller cost than an IFS lift. End up with a better suspension platform with less wear and tear. As far as a bolt on unit the IFS was the...

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Ive got the same tires. Did mine black wall out w/ 17" equinox wheels.

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There is a well documented issue that the door actuator arm gets weak because when it is selected to floor only it keeps pushing past where it needs to. After time the arm gets weak and it cannot hold it in place any longer. Google search s10 or blazer no floor vents. I have the same issue with mine...

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Take it back to the place you had the alignment. They didn't do their job. Requires adjusting the tie rod ends equally to get the steering wheel back to center.

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Wouldn't trust the bench test on the alternator. It does sound like the alternator is going though. Would double check ground wire to the passenger side frame as well as to the engine block. Clean them up if needed. Frame likes to rust and the block likes to get gummed up from oil leaks.

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My guess would be un-cranking the t-bars up front and adding blocks to the rear.

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my dad ran the blizzaks in the past, but they wear something fierce when you run them outside of the cold weather. i dont remember what model dad had (its been a while) but he never went back due to how short of a life they had. he still talks about how good the traction was - they get a LOT of dri...

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my dad ran the blizzaks in the past, but they wear something fierce when you run them outside of the cold weather. i dont remember what model dad had (its been a while) but he never went back due to how short of a life they had. he still talks about how good the traction was - they get a LOT of dri...

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I have the hankook dynapro atm tires on my truck as welll. Probably around 5k on them and been happy with the ride and grip. Need to service the front end soon, seeing some feathering but not due to the tires themselves. Been putting off ripping it apart and doing balljoints, lowers are shot. I was ...

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Pretty happy with my husky liners. I have weathertech in my car which are really nice too. Fit in both vehicles has been very good.

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I've heard the test port does not give accurate temp readings of the trans due to location. Best bet is what was stated. Elm27 with a smart phone/cheap, small tablet. Or spend more and do a scangauge, but you won't get all the nicer effects of the phone/tablet. I was in your exact same boat. Started...

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There isn't much to it. Drain fluid. Remove front and rear prop shafts. Remove all vacuum lines and electrical connections. Remove attaching bolts to transmission. Go in the house, eat wheaties, then go pull out the case. If I remember correctly you will need to finagle it a bit to drop out. I'll be...

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My obd scanner I did get working no problem. Is great when towing to have the trans temp displayed. I use torque. I debated on getting one of the models of the scanner you posted but opted for the cheap $12 one and hasn't given me an issue.

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The fill port. If it comes out, it's too much. Technically think it's supposed to be 1/2" below.

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The seat I had it was the motor the runs the seat forward and back that failed. Again, bad design on GMs part unfortunately. If I could've got another motor for $50 I probably would've continued with the swap. If you're looking for interior updates I would scrounge the yard and upgrade the overhead ...

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Just a word of caution with upgrading to power seats. I was tempted to do the swap from a blazer I parted out with cloth seats. Not all the functions worked on the seat and while doing some extensive research to find a replacement motor, because GM doesn't sell just the motors for those seats, I dec...

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If you want to go coil springs up front guys are using the trans cross member from a Cherokee bds long travel lift along with the arms and coils. Then best bet would be get a hp d30 from a Cherokee as well to bolt up. You'll need to come up with shock mounts and coil buckets. New front drive shaft a...

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This was a 12 year old post. May not end up getting a reply. I would suggest either googling some lights mounted on a blazer since they used almost the same rack. Anything recent and you will probably start seeing people just put a light bar up there vs daylighter style lights.

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If you want I've got a stock full size spare under my crew I need to get rid of. My stock tire size was also 235/75-15. I upgraded to 17" wheels off an equinox and running wheel adapters and it's in my way of running the new spare. I'm just south of Flint if you're interested.

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Bad seal is possible. If you ever have to change front axle seals do yourself a favor and buy GM ones. After going through 4 timken I gave up and was tired of tearing the front end apart. If your seal was original I would really look it over and compare it to what the replacement looks like. Some co...

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If you've got an 8.5" with 3.42 gearing you will want to rebuild it. Finding another one will be a needle in a haystack. You could always find a standard 4x4 (7.6") rear with 3.42s. That's an easier solution if your heart isn't set on keeping the 8.5" rear. There were quiet a few later years that ca...

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Biggest question is are you swapping to a carbed 350 or fuel injection vortec 350? If you're swapping to the '96+ 5.7L you'll send the PCM out to get tuned to a 2002 Chevy 1500 cargo van. Then there is some re pinning of the ecm connector. Everything will work as it should with that swap.

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I would double check what rear end you have. If indeed it is a gu6, then it is not an 8.5" it'll be a 7.5" or 7.6" in the late 90s. If you have an 8.5" ring gear you'll want to verify the ratio, it's possible someone swapped in a zr2 rear end and front diff. Only the zr2 trucks/blazers came with 8.5...

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Thinking about making the plunge into the V8 world. I think the biggest question I had I got the answer from your pics on here. My '02 doesn't have an EGR valve and couldn't find if people were just having it deleted out of the ECM when it's flashed or not. I am assuming this is what you had done si...

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I haven't looked at the lift closely, but if it comes with longer shocks then I would buy bilsteins for a zr2 to get the extra length needed so they don't top out or bottom out. Would have to look up numbers but in the description it'll say for ZR2 option. I run the bilsteins on my stock crew and lo...

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I put the truck through its paces not too long ago picking up a new ride for the gf. Granted it's winter out, but this was the largest load I've towed with an S10. Between trailer and aztek around 5700#. I know that's a bit over the limit but she towed great. Just gotta make sure you balance it out ...

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ApproachMedium I have yet to have any kind of problem like that. Biggest thing is look over the seller ratings and feedback closely. I've ordered things directly from china and come in better condition and faster than things in the US.

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That's really sucks. I'm sorry about all the problems you're having trying to get one. I know the number to get a hold of KKS is 503 area code which is Portland, OR. Unless it just transfers you overseas. Mine shipped from L.A. Haven't looked at any other sellers where they say they're shipping from.

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Speed_Daily is who I ordered the KKS aluminum radiator from.

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Welcome! Would be real interested in seeing what the rear bumper you fabbed up looks like. As far as regearing on your crew, first I would check to see what gearing it came with stock. If 3.73 you could get away with leaving it with 31s and be alright. That is what the stock ZR2 trucks came with. If...

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Be interested to see how they fit to a crew. My bed flares rotted out from the original Mexican tin hardware.

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You might be better off putting a single row led light bar between the grill and condenser to keep it out of sight if that's what you're looking for. Should be easy enough to fab a bracket, even easier if you have a gmc with the larger grill opening.

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I'm hoping you like the radiator as much as I am. I still have been having no issues with leaks on mine. Truck hasn't been getting as many miles as it was and only driven on weekends since June. Got a new job that's 140 miles round trip a day that I bought a Cruze to commute in.

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$120 is a normal price. Not nearly as many options for the front as there is a rear hitch. A front hitch is nice for the fact you can remove the winch and not be exposed to the elements all the time. Flip side of this if you're buried already you might not be able to hook it up. That or better chanc...

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Thanks. Off of a '14 Camaro. Was never fond of oversized wheels til I saw someone else have these on their s10. Decided to get a set for summer and still run the bfgs on stock wheels for the winter.

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Second the bad ground. Check the one in the rear frame rail.

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Did some decent towing with the radiator this week. Had to get the girlfriends car from a blown brake line. Drove from Ypsilanti, MI back to Flint area, mostly freeway. Between the radiator/ fan combo truck stayed a nice cool 196. Granted wasn't using AC as it was only 75ish out, cruising at 65 in 3...

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Radiator has been working great even with the high humidity and 95 degree weather it's been all summer here in Michigan.

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Would need to have the codes read. Unfortunately the air bag module cannot be scanned at your local parts store. It could be coming on for any number of reasons including bad impact sensor due to water intrusion. Bad clock spring in the steering wheel. Bad airbag module. Ect.

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eBay in general has gotten really bad with customer service lately. Unless you're working with a really good seller on eBay that wants to make things right (I always look at the feedback, anything under 99% I try and stay away from) it can get frustrating. eBay makes you wait an ungodly amount of ti...

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First thing I would check is your RPO codes for gearing. The 3.73 gearing will make towing better over the 3.42 gears. I tow around 3200 lbs in Michigan flats and its hills, but it's not a popup, it's an 18' enclosed trailer. The truck does well but definitely need to set it up to do so. AUX trans c...

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Replaced my whole exhaust from the exhaust manifolds back for around $1100 I think it was. Magnaflow bolt on kit. Have had it for 4 years at least and no codes. It's a quality converter though.

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Just another forewarning. I would reuse your original radiator quick connect fittings. Had issues with the ones I got.

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I've got my stock shroud cut up and ls fans installed with a bracket. Stock should fit though because it is no taller or wider than the stock radiator. So far it's been running great even with the AC on in 85 degree weather and towing a double jet ski trailer, only about 1k lbs. I haven't towed the ...

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The bad motor mounts are definitely why you're having the trouble replacing them. They really aren't that bad to replace and come out fairly simple when your motor is sitting in the correct spot. One of the reason those lines go bad is due to engine rock when the mounts get lose. The motor pulls on ...

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It doesn't surprise me that AC and cardone have the same remanufacturing plant doing the work. The part world is not as big as what a lot of people think, especially reman.

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I'm running a 195 degree stat. Your stat temp is simply the temperature it opens fully so running a lower stat temp once you get over that value it will not help cool the motor anymore. As far as your comment on checking for electrolysis in the cooling system. At NO time should you see over 3/10 of ...

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Fuel pump at 132k. EVAP line is so rusted that goes back to the canister and cracked. Had to fix with some rubber fuel hose and clamps (Part is discontinued). Also cleaned up and painted the filler neck as I hear that is not longer available either.

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Glad you got her running!

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The security code in it is what tells it it's not the original from the truck. That's what the security relearn does. I've got the same year truck as you and the BCM I took out of the blazer was a believe a 2000. No vehicle VIN mismatch because they didn't call for it back then. Wasn't til the later...

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Is the security light flashing when you're trying to start it? When doing the BCM swap from a blazer with tow haul mode I had to do the key relearn because that's what looks for the key signal. So yes, doing a key relearn does work in that fashion and no scan tool is needed. I would double check the...

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If you were going to lube I would either use the white lithium paste and take the bushings out and do it or use a synthetic grease. Can't remember the name but it's green grease made by permatex and comes in a white bottle with green logo, screw cap with a brush inside. The white lithium sticks real...

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Crew cab frame is the same width as a standard 4x4. The arms are no different between any 4x4 or zr2 as well, they use different mounting points to gain the extra width stance on the zr2, hence the wider frame. Look up replacement parts at your favorite part store if you would like to verify. Think ...

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You sound like you've been having a similar issue to what I've been dealing with as well. Even though mine will throw a 300 random misfire, upon actually having a scan tool hooked up it was just one cylinder, cylinder 3 that will misfire. It happens after a hard accel onto the freeway and when you b...

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Does your 2001 still have the EGR valve on it? The 04 won't. That'll also effect the ECM programming just a heads up.

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Sounds like a shop I would stay away from. I know s### happens but seems like a lot of problems. Most shops usually just order in a reman trans to save time on a vehicle being tied up on a hoist because time is money. Easier and quick to pull the trans and put a reman unit in. Then if something's wr...

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Anyone on here ever run a Techsmart distributor? They are part of SMP (Standard Motor Products) and their Techsmart division is USA made. Thinking my new Cardone one from 3 years ago might have bit the dust. Gotta pull it and check the gear and bearings.

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