Need input on 97 s10 blazer

**SteveCZ28** · 10-14-2009, 08:44 PM

Im almost positive ill be getting a 97 s10 blazer. it is a lt 4dr and awd. has a brandnew transmission in it..im just looking for any information about these things from anyone. i know my parents had a 95 brand new back in the day. but pretty much any info would be helpful at this point. thanks fellas

**0rion** · 10-14-2009, 08:50 PM

fairly dependable. If it hasn't already been done you may want to purchase your fuel pump now.

**SteveCZ28** · 10-14-2009, 08:51 PM

haha ok..ill keep that in mind

**GTP231** · 10-14-2009, 08:59 PM

Along with a few sets of ball joints and idler arms

**bamaz28** · 10-15-2009, 04:59 AM

my uncle has one just like it but no 4wd, well over 200k drives it everyday.

**CJREX** · 10-15-2009, 05:26 AM

Quite reliable overall, but one of the worst crash safety ratings among small/midsize SUVs.

http://www.autosafety.org/chevrolet-s10-blazer

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**excrider121** · 10-15-2009, 06:24 AM

Originally Posted by 0rion

fairly dependable. If it hasn't already been done you may want to purchase your fuel pump now.

You sir speak the truth, I sell em all the time for Chevy trucks.

260 for the AcDelco online.

**86 IROC-Z** · 10-15-2009, 06:29 AM

rust/10

**Zboner** · 10-15-2009, 06:53 AM

NO!!!!!!!!! i have one this same model, fuel pump, intake gasket will blow at some point.made very cheaply. very bad on gas. the drivers side door will take a shit on you and you will have to get the hinge pin fixed on it, everyone i have seen does this. i could go on and on

**excrider121** · 10-15-2009, 07:14 AM

Hinge pin is under $10

**GTP231** · 10-15-2009, 07:18 AM

Originally Posted by excrider121

Hinge pin is under $10

Plus bushings and labor if he doesn't do it himself...

**excrider121** · 10-15-2009, 07:23 AM

Originally Posted by GTP231

Plus bushings and labor if he doesn't do it himself...

True, labor would be a minor problem but the bushings come with the pin if you buy it from a reputable parts store.

**arlo** · 10-15-2009, 11:44 AM

Looks like the rockers and rear doors have rust. If you do change fuel pumps, go with the GM replacement. Costs more first time, but worth it in long run. Make sure the front end is tight. I just sold a 93 with over 200,000and it was fairly good transportation, except for fuel pump and front end.

**blackSS01** · 10-15-2009, 02:34 PM

Buy it, buddy has 277,XXX miles and it still tows snowmobiles about 6 hours. Fuel pump and intake gasket and your set. He did both just once

**Crimson Sin** · 10-15-2009, 03:49 PM

As previously stated. Check or Buy Ball Joints. And check the heater core.. This is one of those fun models you need to pull the dash to do (about 6 hours labor wise) ..All GM V6 intake gaskets suck.. Not just this model..well, on model years up to about 2005 ish anyhow.
4.3 V6 tends to be a real workhorse tho.. crappy fuel economy but should run for damn near forever.

**Crimson Sin** · 10-15-2009, 03:53 PM

Originally Posted by arlo

Looks like the rockers and rear doors have rust. If you do change fuel pumps, go with the GM replacement. Costs more first time, but worth it in long run. Make sure the front end is tight. I just sold a 93 with over 200,000and it was fairly good transportation, except for fuel pump and front end.

GM upgraded it's fuel pump design from Vane style to Turbine style..Delphi is the name you want to use.. Almost all aftermarket stores will offer either style..
One of the big tricks to GM Fuel pumps is KEEPING THE GAS AT 1/4 Tank or Higher.. Keeps the pump submerged thereby cooling the pump.
Once the pump is upgraded to the newer style, this isn't so much an issue..And about a third of GM pump replacements really only need the harness replaced.. It tends to get super hot and melt/warp..Still have to yank the tank etc.. IF you do a pump, do the complete Module - pump, sending unit etc... I have had so many "just pump" replacements fail in a year or two I will not do it that way at any of my stores. Just food for thought.
Doug~

**wheeliE-maxx** · 10-15-2009, 04:58 PM

early 4runner or pathfinder > Blazer. We've had two S10's and two S10 Blazers, they're cool, but absolute shit. Other than the gaskets (never had trouble with them) the motor is great

**GTP231** · 10-15-2009, 05:12 PM

Originally Posted by Crimson Sin

.All GM intake gaskets exposed to Dex Cool suck.. Not just this model..well, on model years up to about 2005 ish anyhow.
4.3 V6 tends to be a real workhorse tho.. crappy fuel economy but should run for damn near forever.

Fixed the Vortec V8s are just as bad