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    Whitch 3/4 ton axels

    Simple answer - axles from a 3/4 ton truck. Moderate answer - 14 bolt full float with spring perch width that corresponds to your frame width. The front Dana 44 will need converted to 8 lug. Complicated answer - There’s a lot more to it than just bolting in front/rear axle swap. Especially...
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    Sun shade/visors

    Here ya go. https://www.heatshieldstore.com/car-window-shades/1984-chevrolet-k10-standard
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    Adding 4WD, where does the shifter go?

    700R4 with a NP241. From the firewall to the shift plate From driver side From passenger side
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    k5 seat bracket to floor bolts

    3/8 -16 front seat 1/2 -13 rear seat
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    What new tools have you got lately?

    ^theres something I didn’t even know existed That I have to own.
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    Side molding removal

    I was doing some work at a body shop and saw squarebody trim laid out in the rear yard, getting sun. I got To talking with the owner of the shop and he said to chuck a valve stem in a drill. Takes the old glue residue right off and leave the paint alone.
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    Steering box brace kits

    My frame was not cracked, so I just did the inner bolt on bracket from ORD. Huge difference in steering response. as for the weld in frames, there’s a Blazer forum and people did measurements on various weld on frame plates. No difference really other than price. all said generous use of...
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    front drive shafts for 4 inch lift

    Get measurements and take the longer shaft to a local shop to have it shortened. It’s easy for a shop to shorten a shaft. https://www.dennysdriveshaft.com/app/webroot/img/File/how_to_measure_diagrams/f.html
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    What U-joint for a 12 bolt with np208 and sm465

    You should double check my recommendation, Spicer 5-134X
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    Jegs Wiring harness versus Painless Wiring Harness

    I’ve gone down the wiring rabbit hole trying to learn as much as I can. Not all wiring is the same. I’d research the available brands and make your best decision on what you find. https://www.wiringdepot.com/blog/Understanding-the-types-of-Automotive-Wire
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    Got Stickers?

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    Is Crossover steering worth it?

    That credit should go to the suppliers and FedEx/UPS
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    Is Crossover steering worth it?

    Replace the rag joint as well. Stock replacement or a u joint shaft conversion.
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    Is Crossover steering worth it?

    This is a post from Stephen Watson owner of Offroad Design. “One thing to check with a factory type steering system is that the swaybar isn't messing with you. If you're running steering correction pieces (like a drop pitman arm) you need disconnects for the swaybar to let it pivot freely and...
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    89 K5 floor pan repair?

    Hi guys, back with a few more questions. As I understand i should stop drill the ends of the cracks then weld up the cracks? Would a 10 gauge sheet welded over the area be thick enough to prevent more cracking? These cracks are on the rear outer bucket seat mount. also there is this rubber...
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    Kill Switch - once again

    I ended up buying a book from Stacey Davids Gearz. has this page about what you are asking for.
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    What size press (12 or 20 ton) for automotive

    $50 difference go for the bigger capacity
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    Should I go topless this summer?

    Absolutely! If you can swing it budget wise a softopper is awesome.
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    replacement of Autometer gauges

    I have always liked that series of gauge. I find them easy to read at a glance.
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    Rear view mirror, where does it go?

    Mine is 5 3/8 from top of window.
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    Wet sanding and polishing results (no more orange peel)

    Great job. Black isn’t the easiest color to work with.
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    Looking for a decent bench seat cover that doesn't break the bank...

    https://www.saddleman.com/fabric-page/saddle-blanket-car-seat-covers/saddle-blanket-car-seat-covers?color=brown
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    Added factory style body molding

    I have the molding for my 89 Blazer. The factory molding had the chrome stripe on top. I ordered the all black so I won’t have to worry about the chrome peeling away. Just waiting for it to warm up a bit before I try this.
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    Added factory style body molding

    1- how did you cut the trim? 2 - how did you determine where to lay the tape down? Looks like you did it in one solid stripe? did you measure from the body line down? thanks.
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    Can you clean gauges?

    Same. Always smears and looks blurry.

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