Buried to Bagged 1972 2wd
 

It's about time for another project!! So I am stepping into this side of the forum TOPLESS!!! Picked this up the other day and am really looking forward to learning about Blazers as I did Pickups, frame off custom is my direction. All your wisdom and knowledge will be tested throughout my build as will your patience. :lol: My truck, Slick67, was totalled in October so I had to hold out till I found another project. So, here she is....keep the laughter to a minimum.
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Good to see you're taking on another project. Looks like a solid start.

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I'm in for this one!

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Sweet! I'd drive it just like that for a bit before I tore it down though. I don't think your bicycle will fit in the back though, you may have to bag a trailer to pull behind it. :lol:

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That's what I think needs to happen, but I'm anxious to get it started!!!! Bagged trailer.....hmmmmm.

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Porterbuilt chassis for sure,...

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Jumping in on this build, glad to see you got something that you're excited about.

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I'll follow along too. Getting ready to start my Blazer project... But I have to do the full 2wd conversion

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Blazer looks nice and strait, White is great, but the purple on the bottom does'nt do it justice. IMO... ( Not bashing ) More photos of interior and under hood please. Happy NEW YEAR...

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Good solid start. What insurance will you get on this one? (to soon? lol) Seriously, though, it gives one pause. I was really surprised that Haggarty cancelled you for bags and custom paint. What was up with that??

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Should be cool man

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Ready to ride! Goods like a good start!

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Cool... I'm in.

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I'm in too!

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glad to see you found something. I agree, it looks like a great starting point, looking forward to the build.

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Im in on this one..

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Before you start ripping her apart, have you washed and waxed it yet? For the restore to be 20+? years old, it looks like whatever work was done has held up really well, therefore, looks like a great start to me. I'd have to roll in it a bit before I tore it apart.

It seems like I remember seeing that truck in magazines way back in the day... did the PO give you any history on it?

It's a shame the only usable panels from your truck can't be used on this :lol:

Definitely needs a 67 clip and some marker shaving ;)

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I'm right there with ya Redneck! I'm washing it......with Aircraft Stripper!! I have done 2 or 3 trips around the neighborhood in it, trying to mark my territory.:lol: The PO is a non-gearhead and purchased the truck at GoodGuys in Ft. Worth 7 years ago, so he has no history on it. The paint on the truck was VERY sloppy but it did hold up and prevent some rust for sure. It was garaged for the last 7 years too. The hood is stock with the metal cowl induction molded in, I thought it was fiberglass at first. The rear springs were heated, but the front springs were actually drops. The Bestop that is on it is like brand new, too bad I won't be using it. :blah: Sorry, I got caught up in the moment.:lol:

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Glad to see you found a new ride brother,:metal:, I'm very interested to see what you do with it. Good luck.:cool:

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Following along with another Slick build. Subscribed.....

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I'm still in the planning stages for the frame, as for the body I have no idea!!! Roadster is what I'm thinkin!

Hahahaa, Slick build.......nice!!:metal:

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I'm in on this one. Glad you found a new project and can't wait to watch the progress, no doubt will be one of the sickest builds yet. I'm going to have to remind myself to check in more often now.

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Subsribed, I'm just getting started on my 2wd blazer also. I need to start a build thread also. Good luck on yours.

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Hey Bro!! It's been a minute!! Hope you are well and thanks for coming by the new thread!!

My first Blazer sooo, we'll see where it goes!!

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[QUOTE=Slick67;7000186]Hey Bro!! It's been a minute!! Hope you are well and thanks for coming by the new thread!!

It has been awhile for sure, my kids racing has taken over most of my time the last year. all is well, thanks for asking. I'm stoked to see what you are going to do with this one.:metal:

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gonna be fun to follow this one!

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paying attention too!

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I'm in for the build, looks like a great start...

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Thanks everyone for coming by and saying hi!! All my old pals and new ones in the making!!! Should be fun, slow moving right now while I figure out how to completely ruin this little Blazer!! :lol: Pulled the interior.....or lack of, out and unbolted the roll bar, the paint removal has been my focus the past couple of days. Front end is gone and currently looking for a 67 clip....these pics are a week or two old so there really isn't any paint left on the rest of the body now.
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I'm subscribed, I saw your going porterbuilt too, you definitely won't regret it. Sorry to hear what happened to your 67, it was a beautiful truck.

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That didn't take long :)
Keep up the good work.

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I'm in for the build. Looks like a solid start. Selling the top? I'm interested.

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I'm in... I'm jealous... but I'm in! Have fun with it.

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What's the status of the 73-74 2wd blazer?
For Sale?

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Yep, placing my order in about 30 minutes!! My 67 is missed terribly and it sucks to see the bed sitting just a few feet away from this build.

I am creepin on this one!! Should already have the thing down to a bare frame but......well, there is no excuse!!

Not supposed to sale items on the thread soooooooooo.......

Hahahaha, don't be jealous!! I have no idea what I am doing here with a Blazer!

My buddy just bought it and I don't think he wants to sale it. PM me!

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You are right lolife, it's a 73. It's a cool custom from back in the day, someone had good taste on that build.
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I was able to get a little done to my topless tub this weekend!!! Pulled the top off, extracted the roll bar and made the engine and trans dissapear!! :metal: Moved on to the custom side of things after that. I laid the windsheild back a few inches and cut the top of the passenger door off to see what all needs to be done to get it flush with the rest of the body. PORTERBUILT EXTREME DROPMEMBER FRONT AND REAR ORDERED ALONG WITH ACCUAIR E-LEVEL KIT!!! YAAAAY!!!!!!:lol:
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And a few more since I got something accomplished.
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looking good, cant wait to see more