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I have seen a few of the winch plates installed. IMHO they are way too low. :2: My approach angle was bad enough with out the winch getting in the way. It is a very slick install and looks clean though. :rock: Here's what I did; http://i274.photobucket.com/albums/jj269/05blaz/bumper%20build/bumperbu...

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My intermittent ABS light was from a broken wire on the passenger side. It was the cable that goes to the wheel speed sensor. It was an obvious failure.

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Bigger tires!

I think 35's with 4.56 gears would help.

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If that is a slight mod., I would love to see what you would call a large mod.

Who were the "professionals"? Looks so clean (like always), keep up the awesome work!

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Looks

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Don't worry about the wear. I just measured my tread depth yesterday and I still have 13/32". The book says they start with 18/32".

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Here is the Canadian version of the tire. http://i274.photobucket.com/albums/jj269/05blaz/tires026.jpg I have about 40 000kms (25 000 miles) on them and only about half wear. I think the wear on those tires should be better because they are a little less aggressive. Now hurry up and get them mounted...

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I posted in the tire section because it is tire related. Feel free to move it if I got it wrong again. :mrgreen: So, I want to move up in tire size eventually. I was thinking about 235x85x16's (aprox. 32x9.5). I am currently running 31x10.5x15's. I know it isn't much of an increase, but I am feeling...

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nebby58 wrote:I take it you guys don't listen to rap then?

I find myself listening to more and more RAP. Usually at stop lights!

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Looks good. See, it is not so tough when you have input from others.

This is what I love about this forum!

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Sawsall is too big IMO. I have used cut off wheels with good success but without lots of practice you will slip and possibly damage the hood. My recomendation would be a jigsaw. It will be slow but it is the easiest tool of the lot to use. Tips; -Don't try to drill your pilot holes too close to the ...

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stukapilot wrote:I'm having the 446 code also, how do I get the hose off the solenoid? That white plastic clip is giving me trouble!

Sorry, I didn't have a white plastic clip. It was black and I just had to squeeze the sides of the clip in then pull it off. Hope it helps.

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Ok, update time; Good news; No more engine light! :rock: Bad news; In Canada the part is closer to the $50 mark. :x Helpful hints; After you check voltage and the connector is disconnected check the resistance of the solinoid. The new one measured 20 ohms, the old one measured 1.5 megohms. This is a...

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3 more questions;

How do I apply vacuum to test it?

Is the round canister the newer version?

What is the aprox. price of the unit?

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Ok, 2 threads from the dead in one week! 2005 2 door blazer 110 000kms p0449 code Here is what I have done so far. I reset the code and it came back after 2 starts, twice. Tonight I checked voltage at the connector for the solinoid. 0 volts with no key and 12 volts with the key turned to the first d...

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The air bag was my main concern because I have never had to deal with them before. Caution is required but common sense is a valuable tool also.

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Did the clock spring today and no more airbag light!

The job is not too bad at all. It took me about 2 hours start to finish thanks to a couple of youtube vids and a write up on other s10 sites.

Lots of preperation makes the job so much easier!

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Back from the dead thread. :roflmao: My air bag light came on. The code said that the drivers air bag loop is open, thus leading me to the clock spring. Anyone have a step by step for replacing it? I will test the conductors before replacing it, but as I turn the wheel the light will go on and off s...

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Just one more to add.

SAS=Solid Axle Swap

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DONE!

Thanks for the input guys. They didn't have hose clamps but they did have CV band clamps so I put one of those on, it was a bit of a PITA but it is "doable". I think I will keep an eye on it for a couple of weeks.

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I was in some really deep snow and ice and i don't know if any got into the joint. it is -40 here right now so maybe I will just put a hose clamp on it for now. Thanks for the hint. Sometimes I over do things.

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So, I guess it is my turn. The drivers CV boot came off and I know that HJ had covered this in a post and I found it! :rock: Only problem is the links in the previous post don"t work. :cry: I found a reman shaft for $140 and I think I will replace the shaft and fix the boot and have a spare. Is ther...

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I thought it was cool.

http://www.mocpages.com/moc.php/170963

I'm still looking for a blazer model.

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All the best ladies and gents!

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Are there any selectable locker options for the 8.5" 10 bolt rear diff with the C-clips?

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8.5" ZR2 rear axle. There are 8.5's with the narrower width. Just a heads up.

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I have a 2005 2 door blazer on 31's. Currently I have a 2" body lift a 1" T bar crank and 1" of lift shackles (2" hole to hole increase). I have not yet done any trimming, though if I were to use swaybar disco's I would rub. With a body lift you should be OK seeing that you have already trimmed. I w...

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Could have been yanked during the body lift too. Put in the larger screws, just make sure the pilot hole is larger than the root diameter of your screw.

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Good find for an easy fix!

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I take the grill off. It makes it so much easier because you can see what you are doing.

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I hope that is the problem. I hate chasing intermittent problems.

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Is it possible that the clutch is just seized together? If the clutch is not being effected by any of the sensors. My first check would be to remove the belt and disconnect the battery and see if you can turn the pulley.

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Nice, that is a super clean truck. I wish my blazer looked that clean.

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Updated the link in the first post. More comments please. If you don't like it I can take the abuse.

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Ok, I did a quick rattle can paint job done the other day. http://i274.photobucket.com/albums/jj269/05blaz/bumper%20build/bumperbuild049-1.jpg Still have to make light mounts, skid from the bumper to the front cross member and finish the winch connections. Quite a bit of work left but I am liking th...

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I thing he meant that if the gear ratio changed there would be a good chance the speedo would also be out.

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I was thinking a small light bar, but that is still in the works. I did get a hawse for the front. I had a fairlead but it stuck out too far IMHO. Took the day off today and went to the beach. It was a nice break!

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I did think about moving the control box. I picked up a spare grill for $100 in case I change my mind. Full size bump stops may be needed but I am only running 31s so I may be ok. As for the coating? We have a lineX member in our club so I may go that way. For now it will probably get a spray bomb p...

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I thought I put this post in the NOS section because it is on a blazer.

I just wont take pics of the whole truck and no one will know.

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Here is a link to my bumper build;

http://www.s10forum.com/forum/f222/bumper-build-447201/

It has been a lot of work but I think it is coming along nicely.

Oh, comments are welcome!

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I had mine sand blasted and powder coated. Cost was $200 canadian. I'll see if I can link a pic.

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Warranty is now finished, so green will be going in this summer. Just have to find the flush instructions on here. As for a quality T-stat yes, fail safe and I think the brand was stant?

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Wow, fast with the answers!

Thanks again.

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HenryJ wrote:Yes to both.

Does that mean either way will work?

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So my T-stat went again today, 16 months. I replaced it today (aways easier the second time).

The question this time is;

The check engine light came on, will it clear it's self after so many cycles or do I have to disconnect the battery?

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Please take pics when you do this job.

It is on my "short" to do list also. The seal was replaced 4 times under warranty.

I suspect something is causing the seal to fail repeatedly.

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Looks clean!

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Could be ice or snow also, but Brule is probably right as usual!

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No-can-do friend. The rig isn't finished yet! I can only unveil it after it is all done! I have a few more mods to do. I will post pictures as soon as I get those done. I didn't know that anyone was actually ever finished! :D I guess you mean finished "STAGE ONE". You will have more and more :idea:...

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14x4 wrote: Well my my Skidz flares are on. The MML is officially done. (Besides full-size bump stops.)

After pics please!

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HenryJ wrote:
f9k9 wrote:...upgrade to a 98-04 ZR2 rear diff that has the disc brakes.
My plan exactly, when or if the time comes.
As long as you are 3.73 geared , it is an option.

And if you are 3.42 find a five speed blazer.

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I find pics are easier to understand!

http://www.fullsizechevy.com/forums/gen ... -axle.html

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You were charged with some thing you didn't do, so you can fight it. On the other hand please follow posted signs from now on because your friends actions of disregarding posted signs gives all off roaders a bad name. We should not wheel where we are not allowed to for fear of being caught. We shoul...

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So the GF wants to head to the MoA next week. It is about an 8 hour drive. Anyone from the area have any must see's?

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Is around $1000 the average for shop costs to install a body lift? I'm fairly certain I cannot do it myself, so should I keep calling around or should I just wait until I have the dough? It took me 10-12 hours to do a body lift on a blazer. so that would mean about $100 per hour, unless they are bu...

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krock90 wrote:...i got 33's the other day fit perfect with toursion bar crank . slights scrub but nothing serious at all

On a full size maybe!

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Here's the old boat.

My first surf.

My new boat!

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We even came across one of your young bald eagles! It looks small in the tree but it was HUGE when flying ( couldn't get that pic ). I did a search and some eagles take up to 5 years to develope the white head and tail.

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We even got out to do a little wheeling in the morning. Everyone loves a day off. http://i274.photobucket.com/albums/jj269/05blaz/51.jpg http://i274.photobucket.com/albums/jj269/05blaz/50.jpg http://i274.photobucket.com/albums/jj269/05blaz/52.jpg http://i274.photobucket.com/albums/jj269/05blaz/53.jp...

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http://www.s10forum.com/forum/f199/98-s ... to-171732/

The last post has a vid link also.

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If you are good with a die grinder you could thin wall the sleeve. Then it should peel off with a chisel.

Good luck.

If it were easy everyone would do it!

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There is also a post about the loose hood hinge? Broken sway bar end link? I'm just thowing out suggestions.

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Mine was a ball joint (upper) make sure to put the jack under the A arm to check for play.
http://s274.photobucket.com/albums/jj26 ... int008.flv

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Well, I finally got around to taking some pics of the rub with 31" tires. Though this is on a blazer it is probably very similar to what you want to do. These pics are of the front drivers side un-flexed; http://i274.photobucket.com/albums/jj269/05blaz/tires026.jpg This shows the frame rub (shinny s...

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Ok, seeing that this was brought up. Is there any advantage in getting the truck's computer corrected for the larger tires? I don't mind that the speedo is out, and with a five speed I control the shift points. Is there anything else that I am missing, ABS?

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blaz . I think that you have the first non RPO ZR2 packaged '05 Blazer that I have heard of. I sure would like to see an '05 ZR2 2WD that GM allegedly made in '05. In Canada they were blowing out the blazers made with left over parts for $18 000 canadian. I got one for that price. The blazer is a 5...

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Looking at it, he seems to think i could put 31s in it as is right now. I have an '05 blazer and I just put 31" tires on it. They rub where everyone is telling you they will rub. I am using stock rims and a slight T-bar crank. My body lift is ordered so all should be fine in a couple of weeks. If y...

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Can only see a H3T now.

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Nice truck!

Just a FYI, we have access to more than just your hummer album.

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I think you need to change the topic title!

That hummer is definately a sharp looking truck.

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In my 95 grand am the window started to do the same thing. The motor was failing, I waited for it to fail completely . I replaced the motor (not the regulator kit they try and sell you) and everything was fine again. good luck!

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.......Anyone have a set collecting dust cheap. I'm not a mooch just looking for a great deal. :) I know that I have a 3" set and I think I have a 2" set but, you need a 1.25" set to match up the axles. If your looking to get rid of them, I'll machine them to the width I need. :D It's alway's worth...

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My bolts are 8mmx1.25mm. Yours could be different but many people get these sizes confused because they are so close.

8mm=.315" diameter
1.25=.0492" pitch

5/16=.3125" diameter
1/18=.0555" pitch

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Good job! The bolt heads are 13mm, 1/2" is slightly smaller (aprox. .012") so that was a good choice. The 3/8 drive was a 6 point (hex shaped) and the 1/2" was a 12 point (many edges). They do make both six and twelve point sockets in different drive sizes, but the key is you got it off.

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Heat and oil can make fire. Be very careful.

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Removing stripped screws/bolts is not as hard as most people think. The key is to relax and attack it slowly. First make sure you are using the corrrect wrench or socket they are metric so make sure you are not using the standard that is close enough. I also prefer 6 point, I know others will disagr...

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