One halfway decent pic and no info at all, but very close to my normal commute.
http://seattle.craigslist.org/sno/cto/4593637417.html
http://seattle.craigslist.org/sno/cto/4593637417.html
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your idea about this blazer?
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Here's one http://westslope.craigslist.org/pts/4588383664.html
http://westslope.craigslist.org/cto/4525522189.html. this one is nice
http://westslope.craigslist.org/cto/4525522189.html. this one is nice
Jessie James
1/2 ton status
This one is a little rough, but it looks "honest" to me. And it has a lot of good mechanical work. This would be my pick.
Thanks guys!
This one looks real nice but not sure about the paint, close pictures and interior would help. I like the fact that it already has the lift kit limit not to high, upgraded axles and nice wheels and tires. Can someone please explains that 4.56 front ratio, to me both front and rear should have same ratio to make sense , also 4.56 sound to me real short. That truck would be perfect with a big block!
http://carslr.com/car/1990-k5-blazer-4x4-5818400
Also like this one , great balance between look , shape and efficient. The seller sent me more pictures he changed both front and rear Chevy plates facias for GMC as the original ones were faded and GMC facias are cheaper.
http://annarbor.craigslist.org/cto/4570255242.html
This one looks real nice but not sure about the paint, close pictures and interior would help. I like the fact that it already has the lift kit limit not to high, upgraded axles and nice wheels and tires. Can someone please explains that 4.56 front ratio, to me both front and rear should have same ratio to make sense , also 4.56 sound to me real short. That truck would be perfect with a big block!
http://carslr.com/car/1990-k5-blazer-4x4-5818400
Also like this one , great balance between look , shape and efficient. The seller sent me more pictures he changed both front and rear Chevy plates facias for GMC as the original ones were faded and GMC facias are cheaper.
http://annarbor.craigslist.org/cto/4570255242.html
72blazerguy
3/4 ton status
I believe the ad means 4.56 gears in both front and rear.
Detroit locker in the rear, and an Eaton locker in the front, BOTH with 4:56 gears.
Those are both clean looking blazers.
Detroit locker in the rear, and an Eaton locker in the front, BOTH with 4:56 gears.
Those are both clean looking blazers.
4.56 sounds real short for highway and daily drive, also it seems to me the paint is faded on the sides. The other one is real nice but probably stock axles... Not easy to find the right truck that has it all!
72blazerguy
3/4 ton status
You need to know the tire size...
4.56 and 35" tire would be about a 3.73 gear with stock tires.
I'm thinking that 4.56, 700R4, and 35" tires would be great.
As for the paint, the last of these blazers was made 23 years ago. Rust would be more concerning to me than faded paint. Paint is easy to replace.
4.56 and 35" tire would be about a 3.73 gear with stock tires.
I'm thinking that 4.56, 700R4, and 35" tires would be great.
As for the paint, the last of these blazers was made 23 years ago. Rust would be more concerning to me than faded paint. Paint is easy to replace.
Hi folks,
Came across this one on e-bay, seems clean and has a 454 , sure the wheels look real small ( lift kit on it?)and the mud guards must go... But with the right tires on 35 and maybe a lift kit sure would look nice!
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Chevrolet-B...394ac7fdc&item=221537664988&pt=US_Cars_Trucks
Came across this one on e-bay, seems clean and has a 454 , sure the wheels look real small ( lift kit on it?)and the mud guards must go... But with the right tires on 35 and maybe a lift kit sure would look nice!
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Chevrolet-B...394ac7fdc&item=221537664988&pt=US_Cars_Trucks
I know I have already asked the question but what would be the price of 4 tires in size 35, a proper 4 to 5 inches lift kit ( should it include a driveshaft extension?)? Would 35 tires look ugly on those stock wheels?
Problem is that 83 K5 still have the small 10 bolt... Not sure how it would handle a 454 and 35...
Problem is that 83 K5 still have the small 10 bolt... Not sure how it would handle a 454 and 35...
The 10 bolts will last for a little while. But, a 6 Lug 14SF would be a good insurance policy for the rear.
What are your plans/goals with this truck? You say daily driver. Do you really want a big block?
If I were looking for a nice daily driver, I would ONLY look at 1987-1991 models. Factory EFI is nice.
Plus, do you want 35" tires for everyday driving? I would stick with a 2" lift, and 33's. Maybe even a narrow 33 like a 33x10.50x15".
Martin
If I were looking for a nice daily driver, I would ONLY look at 1987-1991 models. Factory EFI is nice.
Plus, do you want 35" tires for everyday driving? I would stick with a 2" lift, and 33's. Maybe even a narrow 33 like a 33x10.50x15".
Martin
As said above, what is the intended purpose of the truck? I can tell you a '70s era big-block and TH400 (non-overdrive) transmission will get crappy fuel mileage and may not be the most friendly for a daily driver. While it may be a nicely swapped in engine and run really good, it could also be a cobbled together mess that doesn't run very good or like to start in the winter. I'm always very suspicious when people throw out power numbers on engines as they are usually exaggerated. A 365 HP big-block would be a very strong engine if built for a truck, but if somebody took a stock truck 454 and just slapped in a huge cam it also wouldn't be very friendly as a daily driver.
From the pictures I would say the suspension is stock and it just has the stock tire size. If you wanted 35's and it truly has a 365 HP big-block the 10-bolt rear axle is not the greatest option. Not saying it will immediately grenade but it all depends on your driving habits. You could probably grenade the rear axle on command if you really wanted to with that combo.
