Up until recently I’ve been using Royal Purple oil and lubricants. I’d read about AMSOIL but you have to get it at a dealer plus, it’s expensive. But that’s changed!
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Installing BMW E46 M3 Seats in K5 Blazer
Detailed Instructions and Drawings for Installing 2001-2006 BMW E46 M3 Seats in Chevrolet 1988 K5 Blazer or Chevy Square Body Truck. Hat tip to James Merrick. Anyone with the original front seats in their Chevrolet K5 Full-Size Blazer knows that they’re not the best seats, this upgrade makes your K5 super comfortable and a joy to drive!
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Gas Tank Removal, Fuel Pump Replacement
I had to replace my fuel pump last week on my 1988 Chevy K5 Blazer, which means I had to remove the fuel tank. My truck died in a parking lot (better than on the side of the road). Here are detailed instructions on determining if your fuel pump is bad and how to drop the gas/fuel tank on a Chevrolet K5 Blazer or Square Body Truck and replace it.
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K5 Blazer Autolocking Hub Service, Repair, Lubricate
Do you have problems with your square body K5 Blazer or truck automatic locking, Autolocking Hubs? A lot of people have issues with them sticking and not engaging. Some people have trouble getting them to disengage. This blog post detail how to Properly Clean, Lubricate, and Service Chevy K5 Blazer Square Body Autolocking Hubs, Make Your Automatic Locking Hubs Engage Correctly and Not Stick.
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Royal Purple – My Choice for Motor Oil and Oil Filters
I switched to using Royal Purple Motor Oil and Oil Filters. I use them now in my wife’s car as well. I use the HMX High Mileage version. To get the most out of this awesome oil, you need to use Royal Purple Oil Filters as well.
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K5 Blazer Limited-Slip Rear-End Noise when Decelerating
Not long after I bought my K5 Blazer I started noticing a noise when I’d decelerate from highway speeds. I don’t think the previous owner drove it at highway speeds, and I drive it on the interstate almost everyday. It was making a noise when decelerating from highway speeds, It was a chatter from the limited-slip posi rear-end, almost like a very warped brake rotor.
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K5 Blazer KYB Gas-A-Just Shocks
I just installed new KYB Gas-A-Just shocks in my 1988 K5 Blazer. I wanted monotube shocks vs. twin-tube. They definitely make controlling the vehicle easier. After reading several reviews and watch several videos, I selected KYB as the brand. I didn’t want to spend a fortune, and from what I read/watched, KYB holds up better than the more “off road” brands in the same price category.
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