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    Which axles to buy?

    I have an '87 K5 Blazer. I put a GM 12 bolt in it years ago, but I'm not sure what year the 12 bolt is (5 lug). I have a new components to install, but I also need new axles and I'm not sure which ones to order. I know it has 30 splines and one axle is 30" long No measurement on the other...
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    Steering not right after new components

    1987 K5 Blazer: 3" tuff country springs front and rear, 33x12.50 tires. I recently had a lot of work done to the front end on my '87 K5 due to the sloopy steering. All new ball joints, u-joints, sway bar bushings. A new steering box from RedHeadSteering, and also replaced the steering shaft...
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    Brand Reccomendations for New Gears

    1987 K5 4x4. 12 bolt 1/2 rear end, stock front. 3" lift w/33 12.50s. I'm going to be changing the gears in my K5. I'm curious about your recommendations for what brand gears. I've used Yukon in the past in an automobile and they seem to be good, but I'd like to hear from your experience...
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    What rear end is this?

    Many years ago I replaced the rear end under my 1987 K5 with a used unit, but I'm not sure what it is or what it's from. Can anyone point me give me some insight?
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    Where to measure to see if truck sits level

    I just installed a 3" lift on my '87 K5 (springs front and rear). The rear looks lower than the front, and I'm aware that the higher fender wells in the front can make it appear it squats in the rear even when it doesn't. I just measured the body line above the rear taillights, but I'm not...
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    Zero Rate for 1" added in rear?

    I just put 3" EZ ride lift springs front and rear on my '87 k5, and I feel the rear is sitting a little bit lower than the front. I've heard I could add a zero rate to the rear to pick it up an inch, but I don't exactly understand how that works. Is it basically just a small block that mounts...
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    Replacement Jeep Steering / Intermediate Shaft

    I have a 1987 K5 4x4 (3" lift if it matters) I have read that the Jeep Cherokee intermediate shaft from 1988-96 is a direct bolt on replacement for the Blazer steering shaft. Is there any particular year in that range that is best? I'm going to purchase a new shaft as I need my truck on the...
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    Do You recognize this receiver hitch brand?

    This is for sale locally. It's for a K5 blazer, but seller is unsure what brand it is. Does anyone recognize it? It's from the 70's or 80's. Thanks,
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    EZ Ride springs: Regular or HD

    I have an '87 K5. I have decided to go with the Tuff County EZ ride 3" lift springs. I have a winch and a winch bumper. I mostly do on-road driving, so ride quality is more important than off-road performance. I'm curious of your experience: Will the weight of the winch and winch bumper...
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    4" to 3" Lift Springs

    I have an '87 K5. Years ago I bought a 4" lift (front springs, rear blocks) from a friend selling it. My truck has 33" tires. It actually taller than I wanted and now I've got my truck running again. I'd like to go to a 3" lift. The original kit came with an extended steering knuckle...
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    What reman heads to use?

    I need to get a set of reman heads for an '87 K5 Blazer. It has a 350 in it that is not original to the truck. There seems to be an almost infinite number of choices. What is a good, reliable brand to go with? Not looking for a hot rod, nothing fancy... just a stock setup to get my truck...
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    HVAC vacuum line diagnosis

    Hello, 1987 K5 Blazer. After sitting for 7 years, the air mostly only blows out of the floor. I have checked the vacuum line under the hood and everything is good. I have applied vacuum to the defroster vent and it does operate when I apply separate vacuum. I unbolted the dash selector and...

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