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I, too, have had the misfortune of owning a 95 Chevy Blazer with the W series 4.3 Vortec money pit. In less than two years I have replaced the transmission, oil cooling lines, power mirror motor, rear wiper motor, transfer case switch (now transfer case is also gone), upper and lower ball joints (twice) egr valve (twice), computer, struts, spider assembly fuel injector, fuel pump, fuel lines from the pump, blower motor, A/C system is currently shot, as well as various relays and switches. For the love of all that is holy! Don't buy a Chevy!
I just bought a 95 blazer with 81000 miles and the high pressure oil line blew on it and I am now replacing the bearings in the motor I think gm needs to do something about this problem.
People with problems with the high pressure oil lines on the 95 Chevy Blazer need to call the customer service department to get them to do something about recalling the part and helping us to fix this problem.
Been there done that. Just replaced both oil coolant lines this week, won't even mention $$$ past with my 96 Blazer... Now the mechanic informs me the oil pan is leaking, which for the parts doesn't cost much, but labor$$$ is going to be steep because it's so hard to get to, so he says.. After forking out 400$ for the lines this week I'm seriously considering buying a Honda. I love my truck, but simply can't afford it... Just missing work to go to the shop all the time is to much... Oh and by the way my dashboard looks like a Christmas display, all lights are on, but nobody's home... Lesson learned!!!
Here's one for the record books.
I bought a 1995 Chevy Blazer LS from a friend at work on Friday. Saturday morning and 26 miles later I was being towed because one of the engine cooling lines came apart at the pressure fitting. It cost me $94.46 for the parts from a dealer only to find out after many hours on the ground that I can't replace them myself because I can't get to the bolts to get the defective part off, and once I do if I do how am I to get the new part back to the mounting place it is really tight in there no room to clear anything.
Please Can anyone tell me how this is accomplished I don't have the money to pay a dealership to fix it.
My email address is coxproduction@lycos.com.
In keeping with the obvious theme, i to have the large and very expensive misfortune of owning a 1995 blazer LS. I purchased mine almost two years ago and was happy until the oil filter lines located behind the front bumper separated and in a very short four blocks my list began. Three months of searching and $850 got me an engine. $500 to the tech for installing,$75 to replace the broken oil pan,$70 to replace the broken temp sensor,$120 for misc.oils, gaskets etc. Not done yet The last two weeks has cost me $1400 for a tuneup a tensioner plugs and wires serp belt and it still has what I call a random no start or a start when it wants to issue. I have no more respect left for my GM product and I'm very very tired of chasing problems. If anyone is thinking about buying a blazer give your head a good shake!!! Ontario Canada.
I bought a 1995 blazer s series last yr. I have had no major problems to speak of yet. well maybe,I am having trouble with my 4wd, it won't shift into 4HI, but it will shift into 4LO. If anybody knows why please tell me at tony_hoffmeyer@hotmail. I already replaced vacuum switch on transfer case. No luck there. I will keep an eye on my oil cooler lines though. Thanks for the heads up.
My wife had bought our '95 blazer (4.3 w) 4w/d from our local dealer here new in September of that year. After 1 year of driving, (only 3500 miles for her), the crankcase had filled with coolant. The dealership we dealt with had told us they would have to order a complete long block from the factory. They did and we had no problems until recently. Our transmission fluid had crystallized on the dipstick, so, I flushed it. Then the proportioning valve for the ABS went out and I replaced it. Now I am getting the ole "running rich and blowing white smoke" routine. The spider assembly for the fuel injection is next. We have about 80k on it now. It has been a very good truck for us. I am a little leery about every ones comments. I will, however, keep an eye on the oil cooler lines. I did find out that the left bank of injectors leak first. My local mechanic has done about 6 or 7 of these and they have run like a scolded dog after-wards. He charges a little much though. ($550) installed. Seem too high? I would like to have a little feedback from all of you. Thanks for the insight and if I can help in any way. let me know.
My wife and I have had our 1995 Chevy Blazer for almost 8 years now. Like every other car in the world, it has had to have repairs. Last April we had to replace the fuel tank, sending unit, and all the valves, a few other things as well, oil change blah blah blah, $1300.00 job. I will recap the last 3 or 4 months: water pump, the infamous oil cooler line, exhaust, and right now our beloved blazer sits in my driveway, we believe its the fuel pump. Good car, but when one things goes, it all goes. I would love to swap emails with other 95 blazer owners.
Jim.
Jcollier3066@adelphia.net.
Reading these comments has been a huge enlightenment for me. My '95 Blz (bought from the org. owner in '99 with 53,000 miles) is in the shop today with the oil cooler hoses, oil filter housing and adapter all being replaced - just thankful that my lines didn't blow as I have read over and over in the previous comments. I have been plagued with nothing but problems since purchasing it (I have put on 60,000 miles: EGR valve (x3), fuel pump, radiator, water pump, fuel injector hoses, muffler, serpentine belt (x2). My rear hatch window has flown open 3 times as I have been driving down the interstate - one DANGEROUS vehicle!! I have been faithful about regular oil changes, tune-ups and tires. Being a single parent with 4 children has made this investment to be one of the biggest mistakes in my life. I will make sure that I deter everyone and anyone I come across in life to steer away from this GM product due to GM's reluctance in recalling/fixing problems that are due to their own inferior design. REB, Omaha, NE
Help!!! I tried leaving today for nursing school and it wouldn't start, neighbor says it was firing.. any ideas? I'm thinking something with the fuel as it has been really poor on power lately please email me if you are knowledgeable imasmilingchick@yahoo.com.
I have a '95 Chevy Blazer, auto, 4WD.
I bought it with about 50k in miles and am
now up to 136k. I must say, mabey I am lucky, but it has run pretty good. I have replaced brakes, muffler, cat. converter, plugs, and tires, but other that that routine maintenance no trouble. The car wouldn't start yesterday, but that was the fuel pump and after 136k, no big deal. Thanks to this site, I mentioned the oil lines to my mechanic and he will check out. It seems that everyone is quick to bash GM, but it also seems that everyone who does so has a lot of miles on their car. After they buy one Japanese vehicle, run it up to 100k+ plus miles, I will be curious to see if they still have an infatuation with Japanese quality. The grass is always greener on the other side of the fence. Remember, those with Blazers that run great, are probably in no rush to check out web sites dealing with Blazer complaints.
Steve
bucks0@hotmail.com.
I have a 95 chevy blazer LS and it has gave me a lot of troubles the last two years.My dad and I have replaced the cpi unit, clutch fan, gas tank, sending unit, two fuel pumps, heater motor, three alternators, thermostat, heater hoses, rear end, evacuater switch fo the transfer case, four transmissions, front calipers, rear drums, vaccum swith for tansfer case, accumulator switch for 4wd, cat. converter, cat back exaust, rear O2 sensor. That is basically every thing that I have replaced in the last two years. I have never had any problems with my oil cooler lines. I am glad I read these comments about the oil cooler lines. Now I will look out for them. If I could make an sugestion to any one looking for a new vehicle do not buy a chevy blazer. They are nothing, but a headach.
I too have a 95 Blazer, bought it in 95, only owner. My problems started at 30k when my power brake booster went. Since then I have replaced: EGR valve 4x, wiring harness, rear wiper motor 2x, front wiper motor, gas tank, fuel pump 2x, lots of ball joints, all ABS sensors, faulty air bag, sending unit, cat. converter, rear O2 sensor, power steering pump 2x, various ‘puter chips, and alternator is on it’s way.
Things that are wrong and will not replace: power mirror motor, gas gauge hasn't worked since 50k, and A.C.
It’s almost 10 with 155k, when do you think I will be finished fixing everything? I don’t have any more room in my invoice binder. I vowed to drive it until it was dead; the only thing it always does is start. I'm thinking Toyota is the next dealership I'll visit.
Hi there my name is Bryan... I own a 95 LT 4wd Blazer also... I bought it with 95000 miles and have put a lot into it.. I have 163000 on it now and I blew the oil cooler lines last night. Not sure if any motor damage was done.. (yet). I love my blazer, but it has cost me and arm and leg to keep it running. I'm a dialysis patient and must have a dependable ride. Over all it's dependable. It has only left me on the road twice... Al other problems have been in my driveway. I'm not sure if I would recommend or buy another one. But I'm close to saying "Never Again"
My blazer... It now has American Racing AR-23 Aluminum wheels and a billet grille insert.
http://www.bstcomputers.com/blazer/blazer.html.
Good luck everyone...
BST
bst@bstcomputers.com.