I recently replaced the alternator

Question:
I recently replaced the alternator in my 1997 GMC Sierra. However, when I initially start the truck it still cranks on the starter initially. The starter is good, so I believe there may be a problem in the fuel injection system. Until I can get that checked out though I have received two pieces of conflicting advice about how to keep from ruining the starter and I was wondering which is the better of the two. 1) use starter fluid 2) run fuel cleaner every tank of gas

Answer:
I would have a fuel pressure test done and see what you have for pressure, if the pressure is low the truck will be hard to start. You can run fuel injector cleaner about every 3000 miles i would use and injector cleaner called chevron techron. As far as I'm concerned its the best stuff for cleaning the injectors and the upper intake system, I wouldn't keep using starting it can cause damage over time.

I have a 2000 chevy blazer with a cooling system leak

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I have a 2000 chevy blazer with a cooling system leak at the intake manifold. Could this be this be the cause of water in the oil ? there is nothing comming out of the exhaust to suggest that this is a head gasket issue.

Answer:
YES! It is very common for coolant to enter the oil system due to a failed lower intake manifold gasket.
Also you are in luck !! GM lost a lawsuit on march 20th of this year and has to pay for this repair. FULL ARTICLE. I checked and your vehicle qualifies. The forms needed are listed in the article and can be printed out. They are paying up to $800.00... worth the read!!