Chevrolet was one of the pioneers of the for-fun-and-work truck, a pre-cursor to the SUV. In 1983, Chevy introduced its S10 Blazer, based on the 1982 S10 pickup. (The S10 Blazer was the same as the GMC S15 Jimmy except for some cosmetic details.)
The S10 Blazer, available in 2WD or 4WD, was basically an S10 pickup with two doors and an enclosed, passenger-friendly back. It featured a tailgate that you could open for easy loading, or you could leave the tailgate closed and open the rear window, lifting it straight up.
The '83 Chevy Blazer's 2-liter, 4-cylinder engine was hardly a powerhouse with its 83 horsepower, but it went almost wherever its drivers took it - offroad, of course. A more powerful engine was available as an option: a 2.8-liter, 6-cylinder engine with 110 horsepower.
Drivers of the 4WD Blazer used the "InstaTrac" feature for "on-the-fly" four-wheel drive, so they didn't have to stop the vehicle unless they needed 4WD "low" (for especially steep or tough terrain).
Any advice? Right now the main thing is that the diesel engine is not running, ie, not functional. Any boards, sites, recommendations for a hobbyist who would love to have this kind of vehicle to lovingly fix it up?
How do I turn off 4wd on 1983 k5 blazer?
I have a 83 k5 blazer,was a diesel but blew motor and put a 350 in it.bone stock...trying to get a little more power out of it.but not to much because it's an everyday driver..I'm trying to find out what cam would b best for it and if I should go with 1.6 or 1.5 roller rockers The truck is on 35's with a 6inch lift,has aftermarket exhaust,Edelbrock intake and carb,and 486 gears.any help would b much appreciated....
what is the curb weight of the full-size 1983 Blazer?
Audio System
AM/FM radio
Convenience Features
Steering wheel: tilt-only
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: vinyl
Truck Features
Pickup truck sliding rear window: power vertical
Audio System
AM/FM radio
Convenience Features
Steering wheel: tilt-only
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: vinyl
Truck Features
Pickup truck sliding rear window: power vertical