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Tow ratings, transmissions, trim levels, transfer case differences, year by year changes, tailgate differences, interiors, weights, dimensions, I even cover the Blazer, Suburban, Crew Cab, Dually, and Military trucks. Manufacturing locations and annual production numbers too! My 200 page LS Swap Survival Guide eBook makes an LS swap so much easier: Saves time and money: https://auto-guild.com/products/ebook-ls-swap-survival-guide Road Tests: 1) 1989 Blazer 4x4 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RoS1fKRqgyU 2 & 4) https://www.73-87.com/7387info/Road_Test_7380.htm 3) 1986 Suburban: https://www.roadandtrack.com/car-culture/classic-cars/a25683438/1986-chevy-suburban-diesel-an-economical-giant/ Auto Guild...Dedicated to enthusiasts of impractical cars of all types, but especially Classic and Muscle Cars. From gear head engine swaps and power mods, to driving tips and road trip ideas. The love of all things cars, especially the fun impractical ones we love. Subscribe for more sports car and muscle car videos: https://www.youtube.com/c/AutoGuild?sub_confirmation=1 What is a Guild: Guild /ɡild/ noun An association of people with similar interests, often providing mutual aid towards the pursuit of a common goal. 0:00 - Overview 0:43 - C/K Series 1:40 - Gen 2 vs Gen 3 Changes (1972 vs. 1973) 3:10 - Gen 2 vs Gen 3 Dimensions (1972 vs. 1973) 3:50 - Cabs, Beds, and SUVs 5:26 - Payload Rating 6:26 - End of the Square Body? (but not the end from 88-91) 7:38 - Chassis (1/2-ton, 3/4-ton. and 1-ton Differences) 8:53 - Engines & Transmissions 15:12 - Performance Numbers 16:22 - How to Increase Performance (LS Swap eBook) 18:28 - 4x4 Transfer Cases 20:28 - Trim Levels & Trim Naming 21:28 - 1981 Lifecycle Update 22:31 - Grille Designs 22:53 - Tailgate Evolution 23:45 - Updates (By Year) 24:14 - Interior 25:24 - Interior Trim Differences 26:04 - Vehicle Weights 27:10 - K5 Blazer 28:20 - Square Body eBook 28:40 - Suburban 29:04 - Crew Cab & Dually 30:04 - Military Versions 31:32 - Manufacturing Locations 31:49 - Vintage Photos & Production Numbers 33:08 - Towing