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billwilliams70 · 10-21-2002, 09:32 AM

Somehow, I lost my bearings and posted this question in another forum.......

Hey all, thanks for all the assistance on my earlier post....the fuel pump info on a 96 Chevy Blazer 4X4. The truck is working fine now.

I do have a few more questions though. My Blazer has over 100,000 miles. I see all the commercials for this kind of additive and that kind of additive, is there any special engine treatment that I SHOULD be using? Is there any special Motor Oil that I should use for a 4X4 vehicle with that many miles? I only use the 4WD in the winter though. What about fuel additives?

I greatly appreciate the help.

In Him,
Bill

billwilliams70 · 10-24-2002, 03:26 PM

16 views, no replies? Does anyone know?

AnniesSS · 10-25-2002, 10:51 AM

My original motor had over 100,000 miles on it and no one recommended anything particular to me. I'd say just keep changing the oil every 3,000 miles and keep up with the tune-ups and you'll be fine!

Whenever my bf sees a commercial for that crap he just laughs and says it's BS. lol

billwilliams70 · 10-25-2002, 11:38 AM

Thanks.

AnniesSS · 10-25-2002, 04:17 PM

Welcome!

oldyeller · 10-31-2002, 04:13 AM

oil additives, I don't use any, I run Castrol syntec 10w40 seem to have the best luck with, no leaks, oil pressure is still good, and the funny noises are at a minimal. I f you want to try one, look into "Restore" comes in a silver can. I have seen some good results with this, but if your truck isn't smoking I wouldn't worry try it, believe it would be a waste. As for fuel additives, I usually run a can of Chevron fuel system cleaner with every oil change, as preventative maint. Also have used Berryman's B-12 when I'm being cheap.

If ya just hit a 100k don;t forget to change the transfer case oil, and the powersteering fluid, (sounds funny, but my steering actually got better with the fresh fluid)

I have about 104k on my 97 Yukon 4x4. and all still runs strong!

whitdog72 · 11-14-2002, 02:38 AM

my 96 3/4 350 vortc chevy had 332,498 miles before it shot a connecting rod out (destroyed the whole bottom end) but it ran tip top to the verry end, i ran a little thicker oil and all in it like 20/50 i think it was but i dont think u need no additive just like they said keep the oil fresh watch those 3000miles they creep up on Ya!

10-21-2002, 09:32 AM	#1
billwilliams70 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Fort Campbell, KY Posts: 7	Many Miles Question Somehow, I lost my bearings and posted this question in another forum....... Hey all, thanks for all the assistance on my earlier post....the fuel pump info on a 96 Chevy Blazer 4X4. The truck is working fine now. I do have a few more questions though. My Blazer has over 100,000 miles. I see all the commercials for this kind of additive and that kind of additive, is there any special engine treatment that I SHOULD be using? Is there any special Motor Oil that I should use for a 4X4 vehicle with that many miles? I only use the 4WD in the winter though. What about fuel additives? I greatly appreciate the help. In Him, Bill

10-25-2002, 10:51 AM	#3
AnniesSS Registered User Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Raleigh, NC, USA Posts: 248	My original motor had over 100,000 miles on it and no one recommended anything particular to me. I'd say just keep changing the oil every 3,000 miles and keep up with the tune-ups and you'll be fine! Whenever my bf sees a commercial for that crap he just laughs and says it's BS. lol __________________ Annie 1990 Chevrolet 454SS 1989 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 Silverado

10-25-2002, 04:17 PM	#5
AnniesSS Registered User Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Raleigh, NC, USA Posts: 248	Welcome! __________________ Annie 1990 Chevrolet 454SS 1989 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 Silverado

10-31-2002, 04:13 AM	#6
oldyeller Captain CAAAVVVMMMAAANNN! Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Anna Texas Posts: 726	oil additives, I don't use any, I run Castrol syntec 10w40 seem to have the best luck with, no leaks, oil pressure is still good, and the funny noises are at a minimal. I f you want to try one, look into "Restore" comes in a silver can. I have seen some good results with this, but if your truck isn't smoking I wouldn't worry try it, believe it would be a waste. As for fuel additives, I usually run a can of Chevron fuel system cleaner with every oil change, as preventative maint. Also have used Berryman's B-12 when I'm being cheap. If ya just hit a 100k don;t forget to change the transfer case oil, and the powersteering fluid, (sounds funny, but my steering actually got better with the fresh fluid) I have about 104k on my 97 Yukon 4x4. and all still runs strong! __________________ 72 LWB Fleetside C10 Custom 350/350 97 GMC Yukon 4X4 SLT Anna, Texas check out the project old yeller

11-14-2002, 02:38 AM	#7
whitdog72 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Madera Ranchos, CA Posts: 130	dont need no stinking additive my 96 3/4 350 vortc chevy had 332,498 miles before it shot a connecting rod out (destroyed the whole bottom end) but it ran tip top to the verry end, i ran a little thicker oil and all in it like 20/50 i think it was but i dont think u need no additive just like they said keep the oil fresh watch those 3000miles they creep up on Ya!

10-24-2002, 03:26 PM	#2
billwilliams70 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Fort Campbell, KY Posts: 7	16 views, no replies? Does anyone know?

10-25-2002, 11:38 AM	#4
billwilliams70 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Fort Campbell, KY Posts: 7	Thanks.



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