Summary

Frame-off custom build by K5 Squared. Powered by a 6.2-liter Gen 5 LT V8 engine paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission. Has a custom Frame-Werx IFS chassis, custom interior, Dakota Digital GFX gauges and Alpine 11-inch touchscreen.

Details

This 1984 Chevrolet K5 Blazer named "Rip Tide" received a professional frame-off restoration and custom build by K5 Squared in Buffalo, MN. Power comes from a modern 6.2-liter Gen 5 LT engine paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission. Its foundation is a modern Frame-Werx chassis featuring Independent Front Suspension (IFS) with aluminum front control arms and power rack & pinion steering, a 4-link coil rear suspension and adjustable remote reservoir shocks. K5 Squared implemented a full convertible conversion with a removable black hardtop. The conversion also provides an additional 8 inches of legroom for taller occupants. It rides on 35-inch Nitto Recon Grappler A/T tires mounted on 20-inch Fuel wheels, with stopping handled by power-assisted disc brakes with drilled and slotted rotors. The exterior is expertly finished in Rapid Blue paint and features new one-piece glass windows, wing window delete for better visibility, custom powered entry steps and LED lights. The modern interior design features power low-back seats, custom removable rear seat, Dakota Digital GFX gauges with backup cam, Vintage Air, Dakota Digital climate control, power windows, custom center console, a Momo steering wheel and new black carpet. Upgraded electronics include an Alpine 11-inch touchscreen, backup camera, DroneMobile remote start with an alarm and GPS tracking, Focal Kevlar front speakers, Focal Kevlar subwoofers and Mosconi amplifiers. Other equipment includes a 31-gallon gas tank, a complete marine-spec custom wire harness, 300-amp alternator and Champion aluminum radiator. This is a fresh build completed in January 2025 with roughly 600 test/tune miles. CARFAX shows damage report on 01/07/1998: Accident reported.