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83 K5 Blazer LS swap issue
Years ago I had a fuel pressure regulator fail and it flooded the cylinders with raw fuel, and yes, it was leaking out.- GTX63
- Post #9
- Forum: Engine Swaps (Gas) LS, Vortec, LT1 , etc.
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Suburban Rear vs Truck Rear
5 lug half ton 2wd drive 8.5" 10 bolt rear end Suburban rear axle is the same as a 5 lug half ton 2wd 8.5" 10 bolt C10 rear axle long or short bed.- GTX63
- Post #3
- Forum: Differential & Driveline
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Where to get quadrajet rebuilt?
I also use Quadrajet Power for rebuild kits. They have always done me right. I rebuild my own. If you have never done one before, there are enough books and videos out there that, with a handful of small tools, a clean table and good lighting, you can do it yourself. Please note, that a properly...- GTX63
- Post #11
- Forum: Tech Discussion
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Engine lift points
Yes, but based on experience I don't consider them optimal. A carb plate gives you better control and the ability to tilt the motor as needed.- GTX63
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- Forum: Engine Swaps (Gas) LS, Vortec, LT1 , etc.
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low oil pressure
What manufacturer is recommending 5W30 for a Gen 1 small block? Not trying to be argumentative just curious.- GTX63
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- Forum: Tech Discussion
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Hood latch
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- Post #14
- Forum: Tech Discussion
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Most affordable shipping for body panels?
I was at the C10 Nationals last year for just one example- the suppliers were there with motors, body panels, trim, interior parts, wheels, tires, trim, etc. Then the used part sellers were set up selling NOS, whatever. Lots of times you can get deals from the folks showing cars, trying to move...- GTX63
- Post #13
- Forum: Paint and Body
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Most affordable shipping for body panels?
You can also try hitting the car and truck shows over the summer. Many times at the larger events, you can find the dealers at a booth with a bunch of the catalog items on site. For the cost of admittance and some county fair food you can load up your truck bed with parts without paying the...- GTX63
- Post #9
- Forum: Paint and Body
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Trash my dash? And interior panel take offs?
Lots of trucks out there without any dash pad. There will be someone who might need a core for a cheap cover or to redo, so yes, it is worth something to somebody. -
Rustiest K15 around?
That is not even close to qualifying as the rustiest. That is a nice truck worthy of a restoration. Counting the highway divider dash strips by looking thru your floor is rusty. Removing transmission bellhousing bolts while laying inside the cab, is rusty. Having to pull your truck over and...- GTX63
- Post #10
- Forum: Introduction
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8.1 Vortec VS 383 Stroker VS 6.0 Iron LS
Welcome to the forum. If this is your first build, I wouldn't consider an LS swap boring. Every swap I do is a learning experience and I have been doing them for 40 years. I build for dependability, which usually gives me the best return on my bucks. 6.0s are strong runners with longevity, but I...- GTX63
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- Forum: Engine Swaps (Gas) LS, Vortec, LT1 , etc.
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What have you done to your square lately??
Pulled the driver's front fender and wheel well from a 79 K5 Blazer. Normally, that isn't that much of a job. However, it sure is a blast of fun when the previous owner hit a phone pole and crushed the panel, leaving a mess where there is little to no access to most of the bolts. So, you piddle... -
Build thread. Sad Sack Suburban
I don't want to hijack this thread, but if anyone knows this color for this 1979, let me know. -
Build thread. Sad Sack Suburban
The glove box tag is gone so I haven't nailed the exact color yet, but it was a saddle with white between the trim moldings and tan interior with the houndstooth. The previous owner was going home one afternoon and the transmission went out. He pulls out the tranny with the transfer case and...
