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    The Quest For Overdrive . . .

    Your budget is simply too small to do what you want. I would just leave it alone.
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    86 c10 lowering

    Exactly what I have on my '81 c-10. 2" drop springs in the front, 2" shackles in the rear . and 2" spring mounts for the foreword end of the rear springs. My truck sits level. I fabricated Timbren bump stops that allows me to carry quite a load with no worries or sag. Keep a lookout for shackle...
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    1980 K20 Transmission Mount and Skid Plate help

    Those washers are there to try and correct a driveline alignment issue due to the lifting springs. I saw a similar install on a blazer that I looked at but did not buy. There has to be a better way.
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    Mounting new doors before welding in rocker

    Don't assume that the door is not the problem. My blazer is presently in the restoration shop and both doors are in need of alterations to make them fit.
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    Want to swap my 6.2 hard to start

    Fixing the 6.2 will be much faster and cheaper than any engine swap.
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    1984 K 10

    Go to Barstool sports website. You can get an "anti human, pro dog" t shirt. I have 2 shirts and 1 golden.
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    New to THIS forum.

    Good luck with your engine swap. Welcome as well.
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    New old guy with 81 short step

    Want to avoid a tariff?, just become a state! Welcome.
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    Good enough or perfection

    I've had a few "tropheys" in my day. Too nice to take the dog in and bed too nice to put anything in. All are gone and the squares are untouched real patina trucks. No problems going to the Twp. mulch pile and filling it up. Blazer goes into restoration next month, that's a different story.
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    60 days in on my 90 day rebuild. Goin to try a motor upgrade next. Any advice on going from a 350 to a 454?

    I already know that I'm like a broken record, but I would put in a 400 and truly simplify the swap. Big block torque and small block budget.
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    Struggling with my 700R4

    I have a couple with no problems. Maybe the problem is you.
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    Settling on timing

    I would just move 2 or 3 degrees at a time and settle where the engine runs the best. If you can hear some pinging , retard. If it struggles to start it's probably too far advanced as well.
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    "Oldsmobile Diesel" Conversion to gas

    Even though I have the 6.2 in mine, I'd give that 350 a shot before moving on, as long as you're not in a hurry to get somewhere!
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    Exhaust tip location question

    X pipes make very little HP but will help for a drone situation. Unneeded IMHO.
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    Dump the clutch and bog?

    You shouldn't be busting on Steve's website
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    Original or crate engine? 1976 k5 blazer Cheyenne

    If you really want to put a smile on your face while leaving the stoplight, put a 400sbc in it with an RV style cam , quadrajet, and hedders. You can keep the gears tall and it will be fine on the interstate.
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    Roof Panel Replacement

    I would mud it and move on. Only you and Square body members will know. You still have a long road ahead of you.
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    K5 canopy side windows that open?

    I don't know where on earth you live but there is a pair of factory sliders on Allentown Pa Craigslist today for $75. Located close to Pittsburgh.
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    What’s the best way to fix/clean up this wiring problem?

    Cleaning up that mess of wires is not going to solve your drain issue.
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    Power loss with aggressive acceleration

    I had a small block that slowly lost power once. It was a cam and timing chain issue
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    Loose timing chain replacement

    Crank gear does not need to be removed to install a timing chain but cam gear will have to be unbolted.
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    How does this sort of thing happen????

    Have you checked to see if the outer bolt tab has not broken from the block? It appears to be a problem for SBC, BBC, and 6.2 diesel.
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    Modified engine crewcab gas mileage?

    I'm always amused by how much money people are willing to spend to squeak out another MPG or two in their square. Gas is cheap and getting cheaper under the new administration. Just fill it up and run it.
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    backfire under wide open throttle

    I would confirm correct plug wire orientation.
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    First major project vehicle!

    Make sure the outer engine block tab for the starter is not broken as it is a weak spot for the 6.2. There are fixes but none are very easy. Also make sure you use the bracket on the back of the starter. You may have to fabricate one if it is missing.

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