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Forum: Steering, Suspension & Drivetrain
10-09-2013, 07:07 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,507
Posted By TexasRider

Thank you for an attempt at an answer at least!...

Thank you for an attempt at an answer at least! :icon_biggrin: A few have told me the spring perches are different but a simple fix. My conflicting info Im getting is...some people I ask say the...
Forum: Steering, Suspension & Drivetrain
10-09-2013, 04:47 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,507
Posted By TexasRider

No one?????? :icon_doh:

No one?????? :icon_doh:
Forum: Steering, Suspension & Drivetrain
10-07-2013, 06:44 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,507
Posted By TexasRider

Rear end swap...86 K5

I have an 86 K5 with what Im gonna say is the stock rear end. (bought it used..previous owner was jus dumb..lol) Got a 'grinding' noise on decel after putting a new yoke on the rear end...and was...
Forum: Full Size K5 (1969-1991) GMT415 (1992-1994) Tech
09-25-2013, 12:40 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,757
Posted By TexasRider

So...whether I stick with my regular u-joint ds...

So...whether I stick with my regular u-joint ds or go with a double cardan cv made shaft...I still need to rotate the axle...to get a close to 0* angle...correct? I bought the truck with the lift...
Forum: Full Size K5 (1969-1991) GMT415 (1992-1994) Tech
09-24-2013, 06:10 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,757
Posted By TexasRider

Theres a drive line place by me that is pretty...

Theres a drive line place by me that is pretty good, they are the ones that actually told me about my angle issue when they were re-tubing my rear shaft. So..even if i go with the CV joint set up..do...
Forum: Full Size K5 (1969-1991) GMT415 (1992-1994) Tech
09-22-2013, 04:50 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,757
Posted By TexasRider

Hey thanks for the info!!! Would a...

Hey thanks for the info!!! Would a driveline/drive shaft place be able to make the double cardan shaft? As far as rotating the axle...would the degree shims Ive seen take care of that or would I...
Forum: Full Size K5 (1969-1991) GMT415 (1992-1994) Tech
09-22-2013, 02:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,757
Posted By TexasRider

T-case lowering kit..pros/cons??

I have an 86 K5..with 6-8in lift. (Blocks/springs in back..switching to all springs in the winter) and was told my driveline angle was too much. Someone told me about a kit to lower the t-case and...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
06-11-2013, 07:00 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 5,704
Posted By TexasRider

haha so ive already been warned lol! Integrated...

haha so ive already been warned lol! Integrated seal on the detent? Really? wow I went to autozone to look for a rubber boot/o ring and the detent cable they showed me didnt appear to have any kind...
Forum: Engine & Transmission
06-10-2013, 07:56 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 5,704
Posted By TexasRider

Leak at detent cable

I have an 86 K5 with the 700R4 transmission that all of a sudden developed a leak from the transmission. At first I thought it was the seal between the trans and t-case..but upon further looking into...
Forum: Full Size K5 (1969-1991) GMT415 (1992-1994) Tech
05-29-2013, 06:53 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,952
Posted By TexasRider

I got a set from a 90s model gmc long bed pick...

I got a set from a 90s model gmc long bed pick up...they are plenty long...almost too long ha! Im trying to locate some mounting brackets since the p/o has cut them off the frame.
Forum: Full Size K5 (1969-1991) GMT415 (1992-1994) Tech
05-29-2013, 06:50 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 9,830
Posted By TexasRider

Yea, I found a place here that will lengthen...

Yea, I found a place here that will lengthen mine. Im still hunting for a slip yolk tho ha
Forum: Audio/Video Electronics
05-26-2013, 10:52 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 946
Posted By TexasRider

Yessir...I was planning/figuring an amp for the...

Yessir...I was planning/figuring an amp for the subs and a separate amp for the 6.5s
Forum: Audio/Video Electronics
05-26-2013, 10:51 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 946
Posted By TexasRider

I found that HU on ebay brand new in box for 139...

I found that HU on ebay brand new in box for 139 shipped. Thanks for all the feedback and suggestions on everything. I will check all that out tomorrow when im a lil more awake lol!! A buddy of mine...
Forum: Audio/Video Electronics
05-26-2013, 06:32 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 946
Posted By TexasRider

Ahhh lol got it. I probable will look into 6.5in...

Ahhh lol got it. I probable will look into 6.5in rounds since they would be easier to put in the door anyway ha! Yea that 700 includes the HU and this is what im looking at, has some pretty good...
Forum: Audio/Video Electronics
05-25-2013, 04:34 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 946
Posted By TexasRider

In your opinion whats wrong with 6x9s? 4 of them...

In your opinion whats wrong with 6x9s? 4 of them too many? They would only be for the mids/highs...the subs will be for bass only. Ive been 'told' the less I spend on this system the better...lol...
Forum: Audio/Video Electronics
05-25-2013, 08:42 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 946
Posted By TexasRider

Putting subs in an 86 K5..who has'em?

Well...Im thinking on putting a complete system in the truck...the one that was in it when I bought it is a POS haha. Im a little stumped on what to do with subs...either go with one 12..or 2 10s. I...
Forum: Full Size K5 (1969-1991) GMT415 (1992-1994) Tech
05-24-2013, 05:47 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 9,830
Posted By TexasRider

Thanks...im looking into having mine lengthened....

Thanks...im looking into having mine lengthened. Ive heard mixed emotions about using a spacer
Forum: Full Size K5 (1969-1991) GMT415 (1992-1994) Tech
05-24-2013, 06:13 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 9,830
Posted By TexasRider

I didnt want it to break as I run down the...

I didnt want it to break as I run down the highway...risk tearing up the trans and t-case...lol Ive heard a few ppl say they make a spacer that bolts to the shaft and t-case..I wonder if thats a...
Forum: Full Size K5 (1969-1991) GMT415 (1992-1994) Tech
05-23-2013, 09:18 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 9,830
Posted By TexasRider

front drive shaft length 86 K5

Anyone know if the front driveshaft is long enough in stock form for a 6-8in lift?? I took mine out yesterday because there was alot of play where the rear part of the shaft slides into the front...
Forum: Full Size K5 (1969-1991) GMT415 (1992-1994) Tech
05-22-2013, 09:23 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,952
Posted By TexasRider

do you know if the stock length will work with an...

do you know if the stock length will work with an 8in lift by re-routiing stuff/moving brackets?
Forum: Full Size K5 (1969-1991) GMT415 (1992-1994) Tech
05-21-2013, 04:52 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,952
Posted By TexasRider

I would have to do that once I get the cables for...

I would have to do that once I get the cables for the rear. Those are what im needing to find in a longer length.
Forum: Full Size K5 (1969-1991) GMT415 (1992-1994) Tech
05-20-2013, 07:17 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,952
Posted By TexasRider

Missing parking brake cable/longer cable

Hey yall....I bought an 86 K5 blazer from an individual. My dumb ass never checked the parking brake while doing the walk around. Needless to say, I go to get it inspected and whoops..theres no...
Forum: General Chat
05-17-2013, 06:21 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,326
Posted By TexasRider

Thanks for that reminder. Im going to look at an...

Thanks for that reminder. Im going to look at an 86 on Sunday...makin a check list...that one will be near the top..lol
Forum: General Chat
05-17-2013, 06:19 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,548
Posted By TexasRider

Haha good post!! I dont consider my self 'old'...

Haha good post!! I dont consider my self 'old' yet...turning 45 next month. BUT I do feel it more often. I just got out of my 2 wheel hobby of riding/racing sport bikes...been on 2 wheels since I...
Forum: General Chat
05-15-2013, 05:32 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,326
Posted By TexasRider

Yessir....I certainly dont miss the rust lol! Im...

Yessir....I certainly dont miss the rust lol! Im going to look at an 86 K5 this weekend. Im pretty stoked. New (old) hobby for me after getting off 2 wheels lol! Down here though gotta watch for the...
Forum: General Chat
05-12-2013, 06:56 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,326
Posted By TexasRider

Thank!!! Ill check it out. I went on a forum...

Thank!!! Ill check it out. I went on a forum called chevyk5.com but they dont even have a for sale section...strange
Forum: General Chat
05-12-2013, 06:54 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,326
Posted By TexasRider

Opps....sorry. Looking for something between a...

Opps....sorry. Looking for something between a 85-88...dont wanna jack with emissions testing here ha. Id REALLY like to find one with a TBI 350 already lifted. Im down in Texas and found a few...
Forum: General Chat
05-09-2013, 08:21 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,326
Posted By TexasRider

K5's for sale..website???

Anyone know of a site other than craigslist that might have the K5 blazers for sale????
Forum: General Chat
05-06-2013, 06:06 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,261
Posted By TexasRider

:icon_toast:

:icon_toast:
Forum: General Chat
05-05-2013, 08:02 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,261
Posted By TexasRider

Ha guess he means you have to 'crawl' up on the...

Ha guess he means you have to 'crawl' up on the hood to see the induction? Hahaha! $5500 seems a lil steep on it as well...he told me he never had the front end done since he had had it...and that...
Forum: General Chat
05-05-2013, 07:41 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,261
Posted By TexasRider

What do you mean by 'direct drive' transmission....

What do you mean by 'direct drive' transmission. And isnt the 700 r4 tranny a 3spd with overdrive? Cuz..I believe thats the conversion I had put in my 76 gmc pick up. Isnt there a link somewhere for...
Forum: General Chat
05-03-2013, 05:47 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,261
Posted By TexasRider

Thanks everyone for the input! It would be a pt...

Thanks everyone for the input! It would be a pt time DD until I sell my pick up (76 gmc 2wd) then Id get a smaller car to be the DD. I never really noticed the electrical tape, and I can see where...
Forum: General Chat
05-03-2013, 04:00 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,261
Posted By TexasRider

Advice needed...good or bad deal here

Hey yall...Im looking to buy me a K5, came across this ad on cl...Trucks been for sale awhile...started out at like $5800 back in late March/early April...price dropped to $3800 now...
K5 Blazer,...
Forum: General Chat
04-01-2013, 08:56 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,311
Posted By TexasRider

Calling all K5 owners/daily drivers! Looking for info!

Ok...Ive been toying with the idea of selling my sport bike and getting a lifted blazer. Had a 77 K5 as a teen and loved it. Now...pushing 'mid life' and havent been around them Im kinda lost. What...
Forum: New Member Area
03-20-2013, 08:40 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 614
Posted By TexasRider

Thanks y'all!!! :icon_munching:

Thanks y'all!!! :icon_munching:
Forum: New Member Area
03-18-2013, 05:58 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 614
Posted By TexasRider

Dallas area

Dallas area
Forum: New Member Area
03-17-2013, 10:57 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 614
Posted By TexasRider

Noob from Tx -waves-

Hey yall...new guy here. Dont own a blazer as of yet...had one as a teenager (darn near 25yrs ago lol) And thinkin on getting back into the 'blazer life' lol Jus kinda lurkin around the site...
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