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Chevrolet S-10 repairs by problem area

Engine (43%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (11%)

Brakes and Traction Control (5%)

Suspension and Steering (11%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (16%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (3%)

Other (11%)

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2001 Chevrolet S-10 3dr Extended Cab 6ft bed

180-horsepower 4.3L V6 4-speed automatic RWD

128000 mi

US $2500
Noted a dive train vibration, felt it may be a u-joint. Competent shop were puzzled, could not pin point the vibration, U-joints replaced, carrier bearing replaced, drive line rebalanced, rear diff bearings all replaced, vibration persisted. Re-aligned pinions angles, vibration finally resolved. 

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2000 Chevrolet S-10 3dr Extended Cab 6ft bed

190-horsepower 4.3L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

US $20 fluid started pouring out of the rear of the transfer case on a long trip. Replaced the rear output shaft seal. 
US $450 u-joints/drive shaft 450-500 

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2000 Chevrolet S-10 3dr Extended Cab 6ft bed

180-horsepower 4.3L V6 4-speed automatic RWD

148679 mi

US $213
Replaced pinion seal at driveshaft, included replacement of differential fluid. 

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