I am wondering what it would take to convert a 4x4 into a 2wheel drive. Has any one done it or have any helpfull links or suggestions? I want a 2wd blazer and can find 4x4s much cheaper. I would also like to brag that I converted one over
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4 wheel drive to 2 wheel drive??
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gt1009
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Uh...I think you've got it backwards?
odin
1/2 ton status
uhm....pull the front driveshaft
I am wanting a lowered/ slammed one sitting next to my lifted beater on 38's
why?..............had to give you a hard time. but i think the 2wd k5's are cool also. if i ever finish my 86 i think i may build a nasty big block, boosted 2wd next. anyway i think the best route would be to aquire the k5 and a 2wd pickup (much more common and cheap). and start swapping. for some reason i think their are some frame differences but i have only owned 1 2wd and i only had i for a short time so i am not sure. i am sure with a little fab work the swap should be doable.
. but i think the 2wd k5's are cool also. if i ever finish my 86 i think i may build a nasty big block, boosted 2wd next. anyway i think the best route would be to aquire the k5 and a 2wd pickup (much more common and cheap). and start swapping. for some reason i think their are some frame differences but i have only owned 1 2wd and i only had i for a short time so i am not sure. i am sure with a little fab work the swap should be doable.
On a 2WD truck the whole front crossmember with ALL suspension attached just unbolts from the frame. I'd be surprised if all the holes weren't already in the blazer frame. Regardless, just buy a parts truck and unbolt the complete front crossmember with all the suspension and either simply just bolt it up or if the holes aren't in the frame then position it correctly and weld it in.
How about starting with a factory 2wd K5 (C5?)? Seems like the easier way to go. Being out in AZ you should be able to find a decent one to start with.
Edit: I just re-read the original post...so if you can find a clean 4x4, and a beat up 2wd cheap. Then it should be just a matter of parts swapping.
Edit: I just re-read the original post...so if you can find a clean 4x4, and a beat up 2wd cheap. Then it should be just a matter of parts swapping.
four_by_ken
1/2 ton status
I still think you would be better off starting with a 2wd since your best bet would be to find one as a donor for the parts.
Unless you can get with one of the reproduction shops and get the front end parts from them. I like the idea though. I would like a diesel one to commute with.
Unless you can get with one of the reproduction shops and get the front end parts from them. I like the idea though. I would like a diesel one to commute with.
73K5Kid
1/2 ton status
I thought about converting my old 89 full conv to 2wd. I sold it and starting with a factory 73 2wd. You may get more help from 67-72 forum.
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=312269
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=312269
Hasn't anybody listened to what i said way earlier? 
four_by_ken
1/2 ton status
Hasn't anybody listened to what i said way earlier?
Yes... but you still have to find the parts.
So you're telling me you can't find a 2WD truck anywhere? Around here they are literally ALL OVER the place.
four_by_ken
1/2 ton status
GsxrMike
1/2 ton status
I say buy a 2wd to begin with. If not, find someone that has one (like said before) but just trade instead of swaping parts. Or do what 4x4high suggested. Easy Peezy!
I think you need to pay this link a visit, even in Arizona, don't know how close but still in the same state. http://coloradok5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=244978
Quick search says about 225 miles apart. Depending on the price this could be doable for you.
Quick search says about 225 miles apart. Depending on the price this could be doable for you.
I dig lowered K5 2wd's. My bud had a bad ass 81' slammed on Budnik 17's when they were the BIG wheel. His ride was all white, with blacked out windows. Custom interior, it was a nice truck.
73redblaze
1/2 ton status
a 4wd is a 2wd... just not engaged.
