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#112 of 648 2000 S10 2WD SB 4.3 Auto by jhg46
Feb 06, 2000 (7:11 am)
I've had my new S10 for just over 3 months now and have 3300 miles on it. I got rid of my '97 Dodge Ram 2WD SB 5.2 5sp...it just felt too big for driving in heavy traffic in the Bay Area (and it developed too many problems, but that's another story)...guess I'm a little-truck kinda guy, at least for day-to-day driving. Sure is easy to get around in parking lots. So far, so good, with the S10 except for a few things...1) Those factory Tiger Paws (DOT Traction rating "B") break loose any time the streets are wet. It's very hard not to get some rear wheel spin, especially when accelerating around a right hand turn. I wonder if a Posi unit would help? I can't help but wonder when I'm going to experience some hydroplaning with those darn things. I have had other Tiger Paws on an '85 GMC S15 and an '87 S10 Blazer and have had no such trouble, but the DOT Traction rating on those tires is an "A". Guess that might be the difference. The tread patterns appear somewhat different between the "A" rated and "B" rated tires. It's hard to believe that Chevy would put such crummy tires on new trucks when they boast about how safe their vehicles are. I put Michelin RainForce on the rear of the S15 (2WD SB 2.8 Auto) and they seem to be VERY good in the rain (they're rated "A" for Traction).
2) The second problem is an oil leak at one of the engine oil cooler lines where it connects to the oil filter adapter. I'll take it in to the dealer in a week or so...I think they should be able to fix it.
3) My truck cuts-out at 95 mph, too, and I don't know why, either. I also thought that it might have some sort of rev or speed limiter. Anyone know about that? By the way, the little truck is mighty eager and gets to 95 mph just about as fast as that '97 Ram 5.2. In fact, I can't help but wonder if it might have beat it there!
4) I agree that it seems more folks talk about their truck's problems here rather that the good things about their S10s. Whatever. We all need to vent. I do know that I love my ol' '85 S15, and still drive 'er once in a while even though she's getting a bit long in the tooth at 205,000 miles (yes, I had to put in a new factory 2.8 at 67,000--but since then, not a single problem other than regular maintenance). And I'm really liking the new S10--the 4.3 Auto is the way to go, especially in traffic. Good luck to all S10-ers!
#113 of 648 2000 S10 EXTREME w/2.2L by amora
Feb 06, 2000 (10:49 pm)
Just bought a 2000 Extreme w/2.2 Vortec 4 banger and 5 Speed. Truck has 800 trouble free miles,all freeway. Limiter cuts in at 93 mph. My ole
'95 Ranger 2.3L ext. cab with 5 sp tranny could
do 112 mph. Any info on disabling the limiter?
Truck gets great mileage and quite responsive
around town for a four banger...Am happy I don't
have to replace timing belt and 8 sparking plugs,
2.2L is chain driven cam drive and 4 plugs...good
for 100,000 miles not 60K as on Ranger
#114 of 648 wldhair s-10 by cougar12
Feb 07, 2000 (4:57 am)
wldhair! I have owned my 1993 s-10 4wd with a 4.3 litre v-6 since it was new it has a 4L60E tranny, I have 162,476 miles on it. The only thing i have ever had to do to my truck is routine mntnce, o/2 sensor at 145,000 and replace the prom chip at 112,000 I get 20mpg local and 26mpg on the highway. I have hauled up to 2300pds in desperate times {not advised} my truck does not use a drop of oil{q/s 10-30} and approximately 1 month ago I ran a compression test on the engine and it read 125pds about 98% of the 132pds when new. I am now running FALKEN 205/75R14 tires on it, they are the best I have found for snow,ice,mud,and water.In my opinion as an ex-ford lover s-10's are the best running,and more power than th ford ranger v-6 on the road today. I am getting ready to buy a new one, but will definately keep this one for a runaround. S-10's rule!!!!!!#115 of 648 99 s-10 x-cab 4cyl stick by pokeyjoe17
Feb 07, 2000 (6:21 am)
It just turned 10,000 on Sunday. TIGER PAWS are crap! I was wondering if anybody with the 4cyl manual has had poor gas mileage like mine. I would say that 85-90% of my miles are on the flattest of FLAT Illinois highways (55-65 MPH). I have kept track since mile #7. I have averaged 21.23 MPG. I took a non-stop trip to Ohio and calculated the MPG to be 23.2 (with tailgate down). The sticker said 24-29 MPH average on highways. I don't even come close. I don't punch it at lights/tolls etc. I baby the thing a bit. It is starting to drive me nuts. Is there a way to improve the MPG more? Do I have the wrong size (crappy) tires?
Also, I can hear crackeling in the cab when it is cold. I suspect it is the insulation/plastic in the cab making the noise when it warms up.
My biggest concern is the "noise" when shifting say from a 5th into 4th or 3rd (at low rpms) around turns/curves. I think it comes from the driveshaft/rear end u-joint. Anybody else hear it?
Other than that, I have no complaints yet. OH wait, the FM reception is pretty lousy too. If I am 30-40 miles from the Sears Tower (where many FM's are transmitted from), the reception starts to go. Other cars can pick it up much farther than mine.
I almost forgot about the condensation on the indside of the headlight lenses after I give it a bath.
I think I covered all of them. I am rather satisfied with it.
any suggestions? my email: pokeyjoe17
hotmail.com
#116 of 648 ENGINE SEIZE II by sandmn767
Feb 07, 2000 (9:02 pm)
Just wantd to let everyone know that the repair cost I was quoted for this motor change is.......2984.00 parts
1265.00 labor
261.00 tax
80.00 tow
4590.00 TOTAL- sounds like GM is making a killing on us poor fools huh?? Keep up the defective parts GM, we love getting stabbed in the back..
#117 of 648 2000 S10 4x4 with V6/5 speed man. by rbetke
Feb 08, 2000 (11:42 pm)
Hi,I agree with "jhg46's" comment about people only writing about the bad stuff about their S10's. Here are some of the things that I love about my new truck ... with the 4.3 V6, the beast has all sorts of power. I've read some reviews about the seat position being too low. I'm 5'8" and haven't noticed any problems at all with the position. Seems very normal to me. I've also read reviews about the interior being 'cheap' looking. Again, I have the LS trim package, and I think it looks pretty nice inside. I happen to really like the automatic headlights. Haven't had to mess with the headlights since I bought the truck! With the Goodyear tires, it gets great traction ... please note that I got the limited slip diff., so that helps too, I'm sure. I -love- all the gauges and the way everything is visible and easy to reach. I've noticed that a lot of cars have a steering wheel that blocks some of the instruments, cruise control stuff and that sort of thing ... not so with the S10. I like the rotary switches for the fan and heater.
I like the great visibility. The only problem is when you try to look straight back due to the tall seats, but even that is't a major problem. There's enough room to see around them or you can use the huge mirrors for backing up. I like the automatic volume control on the radio that increases the volume the faster the truck goes. (this feature can be disabled if you don't like it) All in all, I think it's a great little truck. So far there hasn't been a thing that I really don't like about it. A couple of things I'd like to see added as options would be the automatic dimming rear view mirror, compass, and thermometer, and a leather interior. I'm sure that some people would say that these aren't 'truck' features, but I use my truck as my every day vehicle. As a matter of fact, the only new cars I've ever owned have been trucks! (80 GMC,
85 S10, and my new 2000 S10)
Randy
#118 of 648 rebate extended til april 3 by superjim2000
Feb 10, 2000 (12:48 am)
the $1250 rebate is extended til april, enough time to order one. love my 99 but with the rebate I might have to get a 2000. BTW had good luck with S10's my 83 had over 300,000 on it. love the 4.3's power!#119 of 648 98 S-10 Base SB 2200/5 sp. by superman1975
Feb 11, 2000 (11:26 am)
I don't know why, but I've had very little problems with my Tiger Paws. I really don't mash the gas and have only broken the tires loose on 3-4 occasions accidentally. I have been really happy with the truck, other than the fact that the 2200 has little power. But hey, that's my fault for not getting the 4.3. It still has enough oomph to get me where I need to go. I haven't been stuck yet (knock on wood) in either snow or mud, but I know that this is no 4X4 and try to stay out of those situations. I made the mistake of leasing the truck, but when my lease is up I will probably buy a brand new S-10 4X4 with all the options I want.#120 of 648 (superman1975 by rockbull
Feb 11, 2000 (9:23 pm)
How long is your lease?You must not drive very far....
I can't lease a truck !!!
I have a 98 GMC Sonoma that has 40,000
on it and I haven't had it 2 years
but when you drive around 70 mi a day
it doesn't take long
What kind of gas mileage are you getting??
I getting aroung 24-26 mpg
#121 of 648 rockbull by superman1975
Feb 11, 2000 (10:15 pm)
Stupid me leased it for 5 years. I only HAVE to drive it about 4 miles round trip to work and back. In town I get about 22-24. I don't recommend the lease unless you intend to "throw away" the truck when you are done. You don't have anything to show for it. The only reason that I leased this one is because it would have cost me about $100 more a month to buy. Besides that, there is a 15,000 mile limit per year, and if you go over that you are paying out the nose. You would most definitely be paying out the nose driving that many miles!!Superman
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