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    2.5" Skyjacker final thoughts

    Thanks @Bextreme04 I am going to get one of those disconnects eventually. Right now I have to keep the sway bar hooked up as I have a 17 year old that loves to drive it. I am surprised how nice it rides even with way bar connected, but I’m sure will be even better with the ORD kit. I have...
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    2.5" Skyjacker final thoughts

    I wanted to post a quick update on my 1986 K10 lift kit and hopefully it will help someone make a decision if they are looking for a mild lift that rides well. When I first bought my truck it had a very rough riding 4" Superlift system on it with a raised steering arm and 4" tapered blocks in...
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    2 inch Rough Country Lift 76 K10

    I went with 2.5” blocks in the rear and the 2.5” skyjacker springs up front. I will be removing the lower spring section (like redfish) soon as I want more rake I’m running 33x12.5 BF AT tires
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    Fuel Gauge Tank Selector switch and valve

    I just replaced the valve and switch for my 86 k10. Both tanks new and new sending units. All is now working perfect. The problem - after replacing the valve I have a slight hesitation at 1600 rpm that wasn’t there before. I have a new fuel filter in place. Any help would be appreciated.
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    1987 K10 factory set up dual tank small yellow line leaking fuel

    When that valve fails internally it can leak from the electric plug.
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    Fuel Valve Replaced

    I just replaced the valve and switch for my 86 k10. Both tanks new and new sending units. All is now working perfect. The problem - after replacing the valve I have a slight hesitation at 1600 rpm that wasn’t there before. I have a new fuel filter in place. Any help would be appreciated.
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    Fuel Gauge Tank Selector switch and valve

    I ended up putting in a new switch just to eliminate that possibility. I chose to put in a 1987 switch that isn’t momentary. I also installed a new fuel valve and bingo the problem is fixed. Now the biggest challenge will be how to get the heat shield back in place to protect the new valve from...
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    Fuel Gauge Tank Selector switch and valve

    I jumped the two tank wires over to the pink one at a time and the gauge read full (both tanks are full) So the sending units have ground and are working. I’m going to put a new switch and tank valve in and hopefully that fixes the problem.
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    Fuel Gauge Tank Selector switch and valve

    Thanks. Yea I meant all pink. The fuel gauge is at 9:00 all the time with either tank selected. I feel like the sending wires in the tank valve are not connecting to the pink wire. Can you pull the plug and jump a green wire from tank sending unit to the pink wire running up to the dash to see?
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    Fuel Gauge Tank Selector switch and valve

    1984 K10 - two new tanks. Two new fuel sending units. One is an ac delco the other is from LMC. Ground from battery to frame and then to sending unit is good. Fuel gauge is stuck at 9:00. Fuel selector valve moves between the two tanks but doesn’t run correct on the passenger side as it will...
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    2.5" or 4" Lift 1986 K10

    Update: front springs ended up settling a bit without removing a leaf - and now I would say this is dead level - 40" to fender well front and back.
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    Power Steering Squeel

    I recently updated my 86 k10 with the following: Skyjacker single steering stabilizer New Cardone power steering pump and pulley New Gates Premium power steering belt Borgeson Quick Turn steering gear new pressure and return hoses Jeep Steering shaft retro mod Bled all air from the system -...
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    2.5" or 4" Lift 1986 K10

    I’ve got a brand new premium bumper from LMC. Remaining items I’m working on is all new borgeson steering gear and shaft with new PS pump, bumper, and probably will remove a leaf from front springs to get a bit of rake as well.
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    Steering Gear

    Looking at the Borgeson quick turn steering gear for my k10. $500 is pricey but not concerned. What about redhead and new brands available on rock auto? Also doing new pump and will inspect frame for cracks and address if need be.
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    2.5" or 4" Lift 1986 K10

    Redfish your post inspired me. I went from a rough riding 4” superlift to your setup. I didn’t want to mess with the front springs so I went with 2.5” rear blocks. Now I need to get a new steering gear and power steering pump - probably a Borgeson shaft without rag joint….
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    2.5" or 4" Lift 1986 K10

    2.5” Skyjacker ez ride springs in the front, 2.5” pro comp c blocks in the rear. 33” BF AT KO2 on factory rally wheels.
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    Correct Rally Wheel color????

    After measuring. These are 15x7 and stamped 15x7?? They are 8” outside to outside but 7” bead to bead.
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    Correct Rally Wheel color????

    What is the best place to buy spray paint for factory rally wheels for 1986 K10? I have sandblasted and primed wheels - ready to finish them.
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    2.5" or 4" Lift 1986 K10

    Truck will just be a around town driver. Not much for off-roading. Tuff Country 2” back ordered for a month - same for Skyjacker. Thinking about buying in stock components from Summit racing and go 2.5” superlift. I assume most people stay clear of rough country if they want a decent ride?
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    2.5" or 4" Lift 1986 K10

    Thanks for answers so far. Anyone have a view of keeping the 4” and going up to 35” tires? I may have 10” wide ralleys that is keeping my tires from filling out the wheel well area?
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    2.5" or 4" Lift 1986 K10

    New member after purchasing a 1986 K10. Looking for advice on Lift - currently have a 4" superlift springs up front blocks in rear. Previous owner installed a aftermarket raised steering arm for 4" lift. 33x12.5r15 tires on factory rally wheels. I dont like how the wheels don't fill the...

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