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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