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Freeze plugs may be more thorough, but I was referring to the threaded drain plugs.

freeze plugs???

Pulling the lower hose fully drains the radiator (easier than accessing the drain petcock, if has one), but the block only drains to the water pump...

I used a TH400 auto transmission bolted to the LB7 during the first trial fitting sessions in Lil Red's chassis. The TH400 was lighter than the...

Sarah chose the "skelly" spare tire cover shown here... :eek: sorta goes with the Blazer's theme...;) This shot almost shows the spare tire mount...

Sarah's been driving her Blazer in the city off and on this summer, and reports that she gets quite a few approving "looks" from some of the town...

Seat of the pants performance of a nicely built 6.5TD would approximate a healthy stock gas TBI 7.4L 454, whether driving unloaded or towing. A...

a 6.5 with mechanical pump would probably be the easy way to go. Considering the weight of your camper should do fine. If your going to tow/haul...

I have now come to the conclusion that LSD type is preferable given my use of the truck, daily driving, and work on the farm, the only off-road is...

And kids that have sweat equity in a vehicle tend to take better care and have more appreciation for them.

This sort of project having been a hands on for Sarah is such a plus. Reading about it or watching a video about doing stuff is just eclipsed many...

I'm sure there are many good options, but my preference is Auburn. I have their cone-type LSD in my 85 Blazer (12 bolt axle), and it's worked very...

Thanks Dave and Robyn! Sarah also shot some of the video and stills used in this YouTube video. She had 100% confidence in the end result as we...

Once again, thanks for sharing experience. And education: Noe I have the full understanding of what G80 stands for. limited slip options sounds like...

Absolutely wonderful presentation. The excitement in your daughters voice says it all.