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    Best jacking methods and tools to remove wheel for offroad purposes?

    I did go ahead and remove it. I guess I’ll keep it for awhile until I get tired of storing it even though I doubt I’ll ever use it again.
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    What new tools have you got lately?

    I recently purchased this Traxion NXT Topside Creeper from Summit Racing. It’s sturdy and the height is adjustable. It works great to reach across the large engine bay of my ‘83 Blazer with a 4” lift.
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    Best jacking methods and tools to remove wheel for offroad purposes?

    I don’t do any hardcore off-roading or rock climbing, so I might just remove the axle truss as you suggested. Thanks, for the reply!
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    Best jacking methods and tools to remove wheel for offroad purposes?

    Howdy everyone! My ‘83 K5/4WD is almost road and offroad worthy after a multi-year “garage” restoration. I’d like to know what the best method is and the best tools to use for jacking either side of the front end to remove a wheel, if necessary while on unstable/un-level ground while...
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    Holley/Brothers Trucks 2025 Labor Day Sale going on now!

    I’ve purchased many things from Brothers with no complaints
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    Holley/Brothers Trucks 2025 Labor Day Sale going on now!

    Just wanted to give everyone a heads up on Holley/Brothers Trucks 2025 Labor Day sales event going on now. I’m considering buying the Brothers Trucks dash pad for my ‘83 Blazer that is on sale. Can anyone provide any reviews of it? Thanks and have a good day!
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    Slightly damaged Cold Case Alum. Radiator. What to do with it?

    A couple of years ago, I purchased and installed a new Cold Case aluminum radiator for my ‘83 K5 but shortly thereafter, I decided to pull the worn out 305 and then decided while the engine was out to go ahead and restore the Blazer and install a new engine. During removal of the old 305, the...
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    Backfiring through carb/won’t idle/runs well at higher rpm (new GM crate SP350 w/new Holley 4150). Pls help!

    Thank you, everyone for all the great advice. I’ll post updates as I continue to follow all the steps.
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    Backfiring through carb/won’t idle/runs well at higher rpm (new GM crate SP350 w/new Holley 4150). Pls help!

    Yes sir, I corrected the PCV with a PCV specific hose and moved it to the drivers side. I also removed the breather from the front passenger side and installed an oil filler cap and installed the breather in the rear passenger side cover just like the diagram you provided. I also adjusted the...
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    SBC350 sticking Coolant Thermostat- drill hole???/ new brand recommendations?

    I’m not sure if the GM crate SP350 engine is built on a Vortec block but has a GM aluminum intake manifold and aluminum Beehive style heads. The 180deg T-stat that came installed in the engine did not have bypass holes although I went ahead and ordered the Robert Shaw FlowKooler stat with a...
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    SBC350 sticking Coolant Thermostat- drill hole???/ new brand recommendations?

    I know that a lot of people “test” their T-stats in hot water as I just did and have done many times before. I wanted to compare the more expensive GM factory 180 stat that was installed/failed to open against the cheap Murray stat that I just bought. I found several differences in performance...
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    SBC350 sticking Coolant Thermostat- drill hole???/ new brand recommendations?

    xm20k, Thanks for the reply. Btw, I did find the other post that discusses drilling holes. Drilling holes or buying one that has a bypass poppet or holes seems like a better option if/when the T-stat sticks closed but my understanding is having a bypass can slow down the engine getting up to...
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    SBC350 sticking Coolant Thermostat- drill hole???/ new brand recommendations?

    Quick question. GM crate small block Chevy SP350 385hp/aluminum heads/mechanical fan. My GM (factory) 180deg coolant thermostat is sticking closed and almost caused my upper radiator hose to burst. For a quick fix, I just bought a Murray 180deg T-stat from Oreillys until I can get a better...
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    Air Compressor recommendations within my requirements?

    I’m in the market for a new air compressor. My Husky 60gal, 3.7hp, single stage, single phase, 230V compressor motor but the dust after about 5 years and paid around $700 for. I’ve used this compressor a lot and for all the bodywork for my ‘83 K5 Blazer. The cost of a new replacement compressor...
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    • air compressors garage shop air tools
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    • Forum: Garage
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    ‘83 K5 NP208/Corp 10 bolt- Front Driveshaft U-joint PN/size?

    Thank you, so much for the quick help!!!! I’ll order it.
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    ‘83 K5 NP208/Corp 10 bolt- Front Driveshaft U-joint PN/size?

    What does the 3R mean?
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    ‘83 K5 NP208/Corp 10 bolt- Front Driveshaft U-joint PN/size?

    Pinion yoke ID. 2.56” confirmed and 1.125” Clamp ID confirmed. Is the 1310 to GM 3R u-joint correct from Denny’s Driveshaft website? See pics
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    ‘83 K5 NP208/Corp 10 bolt- Front Driveshaft U-joint PN/size?

    Inside ear to inside ear 2.340. See pic. Assuming that’s the measurement your asking about.
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    ‘83 K5 NP208/Corp 10 bolt- Front Driveshaft U-joint PN/size?

    I had a shop install the u-joints into the front and rear driveshafts for my ‘83 K5. When I attempted to install and tighten the front driveshaft u-joint clamps, the bearing is too small and slides out of the clamps and the length (end cap to end cap) of the u-joint is too short. The u-joint...
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    Backfiring through carb/won’t idle/runs well at higher rpm (new GM crate SP350 w/new Holley 4150). Pls help!

    Update, without the engine being able to idle long enough, I had no idea where the timing was set at but like I said before it seemed like it needed more timing but I was hesitant to keep giving it more and more. After rechecking my electrical and re-inspecting my entire fuel system I decided to...
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    Backfiring through carb/won’t idle/runs well at higher rpm (new GM crate SP350 w/new Holley 4150). Pls help!

    Additionally, for T/S purposes, I removed the RobbMC 40 micron filter element between the RobbMC mechanical fuel pump to make sure that it wasn’t causing a fuel flow restriction but still have the Holley carb filters in place. See pic.
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    Backfiring through carb/won’t idle/runs well at higher rpm (new GM crate SP350 w/new Holley 4150). Pls help!

    It seems to me that it’s not a timing issue that’s preventing it from starting and running although it still needs to be properly timed once I get the engine to idle consistently. I say this because late yesterday, I decided to pull the plugs for inspection. They were all normal black and dry...
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    Backfiring through carb/won’t idle/runs well at higher rpm (new GM crate SP350 w/new Holley 4150). Pls help!

    I incorporated all of your recommendations and it still won’t idle. It will start and run sometimes but only at high rpm with the idle screw and timing adjustments. I’ve also raised and lowered the floats in an attempt to stop the backfire and flame. It does seem to run better with more timing...
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    Backfiring through carb/won’t idle/runs well at higher rpm (new GM crate SP350 w/new Holley 4150). Pls help!

    Ricko, the choke seems to be functioning properly as is closed when cold and gradually opened as the engine and ambient temps increased. There are only 3 hoses, the PCV hose, the vacuum advance canister hose which is plugged at the canister and at the carb and the brake booster. What other...
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    Backfiring through carb/won’t idle/runs well at higher rpm (new GM crate SP350 w/new Holley 4150). Pls help!

    I installed a new GM crate SP350 (385hp/405tq) into my ‘83 K5 4WD and am trying to get it to run and tuned properly for the first time. Configuration: all new GM turn key crate SP350 engine/HEI/Holley 4150/vacuum advance plugged/spark plug wires routing verified/TDC #1 cylinder on compression...

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