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  1. 1986K5Wa

    Spark Plugs

    Which sparks do you guys recommend with an 88 454 thats running a carb? What should I size the gap to? Its currently running eddy carb but changing it out for a holley street series 750cfm. Thanks
  2. 1986K5Wa

    454 Headers

    I went to change the slave cylinder but the new one won't fix because the exhuast is in the way. Obviously my old one bent a little to fix. So I'm thinking if i get headers will that give me more room. Anyone run into this before? It's a 454 swapped in so the room is tight with the stock...
  3. 1986K5Wa

    Clutch Fluid Reservoir Rubber

    In replacing the slave cylinder I was filling the reservoir and noticed the rubber looking top hat. Now I don't remember how it goes in. Also how much fluid goes in with that rubber in there. Please school me on this. Thanks
  4. 1986K5Wa

    6x9s on side panels of K5

    I bought some 3-way 6x9s. Mounted them on the rear side panels. I cut the holes over the exsisting ash trays. My kids dont smoke so i figured they wouldnt miss them. I have 6x9s in the front doors and two 12 inch subs in the back. All i need to do now is connect the wires and give them a sound...
  5. 1986K5Wa

    35 inch tires

    Okay just wondering if 35 with 20inch rims and 12.5 wide would fit under a k5 with stock suspension?
  6. 1986K5Wa

    Newer back seat for my 86K5

    I know this a repeated subject but cant find much on this. Maybe I'm not looking in the right place. But I wanted to know what goes in best with little fab work. I found a 97 third row seat from a suburban. What needs to be done to get this in. The guy selling it says it wont work for one reason...
  7. 1986K5Wa

    4 Bolt or 2 Bolt????

    Okay I need some help figuring out what my engine is . It's a 88 454 tbi but converted into carb. I'm looking at buying a built 454 bored over .30. I have a manual 4 speed transmission. Just want to make sure the engine is going to bolt up. Thanks There's also a 383 stroker for sale also bored...
  8. 1986K5Wa

    What size lift would I need?

    Looking at some tires and wheels size 38.5x14.50x15. Wondering what size lift do I need so these tires won't rub?
  9. 1986K5Wa

    Touch up on steel wheels

    The wheels were painted black when I got the vehicle and after a while the black paint was chipping off. So I decided to touch them up. Sanded them down a bit before spraying them with engine enamel black, with a coat of clear on them. Not perfect but for the cold conditions and painting them...
  10. 1986K5Wa

    Non power locks/windows to power?

    I have non power doors and windows in my 86 K5, but found some power doors and windows complete setup. I'm wondering what else I would need if anything else? Also how difficult is the conversion? Where would I get the power from to the doors and locks? Thanks...
  11. 1986K5Wa

    Rhino linning the rear interior.. Any tips...

    Well I pulled the back seat out and pulled the carpet too. I was surprised to see no rust and original color under the carpet. I want to rhino line it but have never done it. Looking for any tips. Also was wondering if putting anything in between the side panels and the truck to help insulate...
  12. 1986K5Wa

    Starting different when warm??

    Its a 86 K5 with a tbi 7.4L converted to carb. The truck starts great first thing and runs good. After driving for a while and parking it. It starts but doesn't fire up like it should. I turn the key and it starts pretty mellow, sometimes the starter sounds like your turning the key when its...
  13. 1986K5Wa

    Electric fuel pump location?

    Well I have a 86 K5 and the previous owner installed a electric fuel pump but the location is got me wondering. Cold in the morning it feels like its running out of gas until you get into the throttle. At highway speed it chokes out a bit before going. I have replaced plugs and plug wires. Also...
  14. 1986K5Wa

    Newbie from washington.

    I've been reading through the forum here and its helped. So I figured I'd register. Well I bought a 86 K5 in the beginning of this year. Its pretty straight but needs a little work. It has a 454 L-19, four speed, a lift not sure but think its 4inch, 32's, Rancho shocks, electric fuel pump, dual...

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