forest522
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I hope everyone had a great Labor Day weekend! The ole m1009 and I spent some quality time together. Firstly, there has been an annoying issue on the passenger door window - as you get closer to the top when rolling it up, it gets tougher nearly failing to "roll up". Kids and wife hated it! So after a full disassemble, cuts and scratches, clean and lube, and a check of the alignment on the rear guide, it is a bit smoother and functional now, but still slightly tough as you get to the top.
Moving on...a trip to the u pull and u pay came up with some great parts. I acquired the little foam gaskets that fit in the rear corners of the removable top. Filled that hole finally! I also scored the grill mounted air intake cover from a civy Blazer. That and a couple of OEM hose assemblies and now I have a cold air intake set up! Combined with a new K&N filter, I am seeing real improvement in the engine's breathing and fuel mileage. At this elevation (5100 at the house), she seems to struggle for enough air. I took her for a run on the highway and the problem seems to be solved for now. A definite improvement in pep, response and less black smoke for sure!
And finally, I had read here in the forum that '09s used seats from the S10 line. Not sure why, but that is what the contract must have called for. I located seat hinges from two separate S10 extended cab trucks (1985) and bam...reclining and adjustable seats!
Moving on...a trip to the u pull and u pay came up with some great parts. I acquired the little foam gaskets that fit in the rear corners of the removable top. Filled that hole finally! I also scored the grill mounted air intake cover from a civy Blazer. That and a couple of OEM hose assemblies and now I have a cold air intake set up! Combined with a new K&N filter, I am seeing real improvement in the engine's breathing and fuel mileage. At this elevation (5100 at the house), she seems to struggle for enough air. I took her for a run on the highway and the problem seems to be solved for now. A definite improvement in pep, response and less black smoke for sure!
And finally, I had read here in the forum that '09s used seats from the S10 line. Not sure why, but that is what the contract must have called for. I located seat hinges from two separate S10 extended cab trucks (1985) and bam...reclining and adjustable seats!