Squarebody 101: Complete Guide to 1973–1987 Chevy/GMC Trucks
SquareBody Chevy Engine Guide
From 1973 to 1987, Chevrolet and GMC square-body trucks came with a wide variety of engine options—ranging from reliable inline-sixes to torque-heavy big blocks.
SquareBody Chevy Transmission Guide
Between 1973 and 1987, Chevrolet and GMC offered a wide range of both automatic and manual transmissions in their C/K series trucks—each with unique strengths, weaknesses.
SquareBody Chevy Transfer Case Guide
Whether you’re running a full-time NP203, a bulletproof NP205, or the versatile NP208, understanding what’s under your rig is essential for upgrades, maintenance, and swaps.
SquareBody Chevy Axle Guide
This guide covers every factory front and rear axle found in 2WD and 4WD Squarebody Chevy/GMC trucks from 1973 to 1987. You'll find axle IDs, pros and cons, strengths, weaknesses, etc...
SquareBody Chevy Frame Guide
This guide covers every major frame variant used from 1973 to 1987 in GM’s C/K-Series trucks, Blazers, Jimmys, and Suburbans.
SquareBody Driveline Guide
This guide walks through every type of factory driveline used in C/K-Series Squarebody Chevys and more...
SquareBody Suspension Guide
This guide breaks down the stock suspension system for both 2WD and 4WD Squarebody Chevys, then walks you through modern aftermarket solutions.
Dual Transfer Case Guide
This guide covers dual-case and underdrive options for Chevy and GMC Squarebody trucks and what makes them great!
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How to Choose a Driveline!
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Axle types and what WORKS!
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