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Forum: General Chat
09-04-2015, 09:52 PM
Replies: 360
Views: 72,697
Posted By dave's_k5

I bought my 79 K5 off a friend when I was living...

I bought my 79 K5 off a friend when I was living in Ventura CA. I paid 650 bucks for it back in 2003 or 2004. Actual mileage is unknown.

Since then I've replaced:
the battery 3 times,
the...
Forum: General Chat
06-04-2014, 01:05 PM
Replies: 13,741
Views: 1,065,749
Posted By dave's_k5

Drove the old 79 K5 to work. Round trip is 45...

Drove the old 79 K5 to work. Round trip is 45 miles. Replaced a pcv valve and a fuel filter.
Forum: The Lounge
05-29-2014, 03:21 PM
Replies: 155
Views: 21,002
Posted By dave's_k5

In order: 91 F150 regular cab 2 wheel drive. ...

In order:
91 F150 regular cab 2 wheel drive. (Traded)
87 F250 super cab 4x4 with a 6.9 diesel. (Stolen)
93 Ford Mustang convertible. (Traded for Malibu)
2003 Chevy Malibu (1st new car and it was...
Forum: General Chat
05-29-2014, 12:58 PM
Replies: 360
Views: 72,697
Posted By dave's_k5

Bought my 79 K5 back in 2003 for 800 bucks. ...

Bought my 79 K5 back in 2003 for 800 bucks.

Maintenance:
1 ignition switch
2 key switches
1 set of tires
2 sets of wires and plugs and distributor caps
1 thermostat
A bunch of oil changes...
Replies: 2
Views: 1,456
Posted By dave's_k5

If I remember right, you have to take the fenders...

If I remember right, you have to take the fenders off and take off a speed nut to get them off, at least that's what I did on my 79. And I've heard of guys just prying them off slowly.
Forum: General Chat
07-21-2012, 07:42 PM
Replies: 13,741
Views: 1,065,749
Posted By dave's_k5

Today I replaced the battery, spark plugs, wires,...

Today I replaced the battery, spark plugs, wires, and the ignition coil...
Replies: 15
Views: 3,479
Posted By dave's_k5

I'm over by forest park. You know, I think I've...

I'm over by forest park. You know, I think I've seen that beast on the road. And sure, that would be great.
Replies: 1
Views: 1,389
Posted By dave's_k5

The igniton switch could be the problem, it was...

The igniton switch could be the problem, it was on mine! Check the wires to your starter too, that was another one. After I cleaned off the connectors and tightened every thing back up, it came back...
Replies: 10
Views: 1,528
Posted By dave's_k5

She Lives!

After playing with the idle screw a bit, I got her to idle and run. My Blazer sounds pretty rough, but hey at least shes moving under her own power again!

I just wanted to say thanks for...
Replies: 10
Views: 1,528
Posted By dave's_k5

I took off the top have of the Carb and adjusted...

I took off the top have of the Carb and adjusted the fuel floats. They were off by a good 1/4 inch. Its hard to see in the pics, but the fuel in bowl didn't look healthy at all, so I took it all out...
Replies: 10
Views: 1,528
Posted By dave's_k5

Yeah, going to rebuild the carb for sure. Besides...

Yeah, going to rebuild the carb for sure. Besides not working right now, it looks like its seen better days.

And as for the primary fuel meter screws... The passenger side one was set like 4...
Replies: 10
Views: 1,528
Posted By dave's_k5

Thats funny, I was just looking at that same pdf....

Thats funny, I was just looking at that same pdf. But I won't have thought to check that out. But I pulled it out, and it looked brand new. I put it all back together, and tried to crank it just for...
Replies: 10
Views: 1,528
Posted By dave's_k5

Its not a factory Carb, Its an Edelbrock 1406...

Its not a factory Carb, Its an Edelbrock 1406 Performer 600 CFM, It has an electric choke, could that be the problem?

And who knows how long its been on the truck. I've owned it for about 8 years...
Replies: 10
Views: 1,528
Posted By dave's_k5

What should I try next?

Still fighting the battle with my truck...
I have spark- when I put a cap of gas into the carb, she came to life for a second.
I have fuel- when I disconnected the fuel line from the carb and...
Replies: 15
Views: 3,479
Posted By dave's_k5

That was the ticket! After getting the new...

That was the ticket! After getting the new ignition switch and sanding all my battery cable ends, and dropping in a new battery, she turns over! And all the lights and radio work again. Looks like...
Replies: 0
Views: 8,203
Posted By dave's_k5

Ignition Switch and Actuator Rod, I can't get them to line up!

No luck so far trying to get them to line up. I thought I'd start a new thread since its a new topic. But heres where I'm at so far.

I dropped the column, removed the old switch taking note of...
Replies: 15
Views: 3,479
Posted By dave's_k5

Ignition Switch Actuator rod???

Well I got the old switch out, and I have to new one in. But what I can't figured out is where to place the actuator rod?

Its at a 90 degree any of the slots on the switch, and I've tried...
Replies: 15
Views: 3,479
Posted By dave's_k5

Finally got my Blazer back!

Well after a yearlong wait, I finally decided to just fork over the cash and get my truck shipped up to me. Sitting in the Gulf Coast for the last year was not kind to the sheet metal at all. But it...
Replies: 15
Views: 3,479
Posted By dave's_k5

Thanks for all the replies everyone. I've been...

Thanks for all the replies everyone. I've been away for a while and looking forward to getting my truck running so I can get it home. I'll let everyone know how it goes...
Replies: 15
Views: 3,479
Posted By dave's_k5

I'll have someone take a look. My trucks wiring...

I'll have someone take a look. My trucks wiring is a hack job too. The plan was to strip all the old wiring out and put in a new wiring harness when I get it up here.
Replies: 15
Views: 3,479
Posted By dave's_k5

Thanks everyone, I'll give those ideas a try. I...

Thanks everyone, I'll give those ideas a try. I wish that my friends husband was mechanically inclined, lol.

And just curious oisinirish, how much did it cost you to have your truck shipped. ...
Replies: 15
Views: 3,479
Posted By dave's_k5

Anyone know what could cause this? 79 k5 DEAD

If any of you read my new member post, you'll know that I had to leave my 79 K5 in MS. I had a problem that I just couldn't figure out.

I'd turn the key, and nothing would happen. In fact the...
08-27-2011, 12:45 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 361
Posted By dave's_k5

New member in SE Wisconsin

Hey there everyone, I've had my 79 K5 for 8 years or so now. I finally decided to join a forum. I've used to for mudding, trail riding, driving cross country, hauling and for a daily driver.
...
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