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65standard 07-21-2015 08:06 PM

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This just came into the local salvage yard. I don't need it, but it is so cool looking and a real close kin to my C20. It was parked in a back yard for the last 15 years. Im thinking about another junkyard rescue.

tommys72 07-21-2015 08:30 PM

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Do it Tony! That would look awesome next to the truck!

71swb4x4 07-21-2015 08:33 PM

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That's not junkyard material.

65standard 07-21-2015 08:36 PM

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The truck needs everything. The body is the best of it. It may even have those million dollar tow hooks on it.

boraxman 07-21-2015 08:38 PM

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Do it!

65standard 07-21-2015 08:40 PM

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It sat so long that everything is locked up. It will not roll. Heck, it sat so long on the flat tire that the rim rusted away. Good thing is it a load CTS.

hugger6933 07-21-2015 08:46 PM

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What kind of title does it have? You have already asked that this time. I would love to find one, I think I want a two wheel drive though. I would use some of the LS Motor/Trans combo I have laying around for that.

'68OrangeSunshine 07-21-2015 08:46 PM

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Orange Blazers are a secret passion. I have had an Orange '68 C/10 Stepside since 1973. I tried a '67 K/10 Suburban w/454 in '93. Too big. Hard to park, hard to make a u-turn even. Basket case now as it needs motor, trans/transfer case, and new rear end. I bought a '71 GMC Jimmy [in metallic medium blue]1995. Just right. I got a '72 K/5 tub, as parts in 2002. I'll have to look into getting a salvage title for it, so I'm not boned by the MVD like your last project. If it's a dead issue I'm only $200 into it, and have pulled some parts for the Jimmy already, anyway. But as a project, I fantasize a 292 L6, SM465/T221/ragtop, desert runner with it. It's Flint Michigan Baby Blue now, but I would be tempted to make it 516 'Omaha' Orange like my Stepside.
The beauty of these trucks is that most parts are interchangeable. The knowledge is cummulative. If you had a similar gripe on another truck once, you already know what it is and how to fix it.
Better luck with the Blazer. They are fun to drive.

71swb4x4 07-21-2015 08:52 PM

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How much do they want for it?

65standard 07-21-2015 08:57 PM

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Not sure about the title yet, but since the junkyard didn't process it yet, it won't have a junk title. Most likely still has a Texas title. The truck seems to have more options than what is listed on the SPID.

It has a tach and power brakes that aren't listed.

65standard 07-21-2015 09:06 PM

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Originally Posted by 71swb4x4 (Post 7249525)
How much do they want for it?

They know I like it and have money, so I'm getting things like "these trucks go for $20,000"

I don't really know what it's worth, but they are damn rare around here. I figured it would cost me about $6000 to make everything perfect while keeping the patina.

65standard 07-21-2015 09:07 PM

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Are these rear mount spare tire brackets factory?

65standard 07-21-2015 09:14 PM

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Touring suspension?

9teen69 07-21-2015 09:19 PM

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Looks cool...save it!

65standard 07-21-2015 09:24 PM

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Interior trashed.

Jurassic-1 07-21-2015 09:46 PM

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Looks like it is worth saving. I am partial to orange Blazers. Just imagine cruising it around town.

cheviss427 07-21-2015 09:53 PM

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I'll take it.......:chevy:

flashed 07-21-2015 10:13 PM

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Im in to see what you do with it WHEN you get it.

Tillik 07-21-2015 10:15 PM

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I've wanted a Blazer or a Jimmy since I was a kid. Two projects already, cant afford another lol. Just do it!

Mike C 07-21-2015 10:46 PM

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That touring suspension thing added off a late 70's or 80's car.

Beat 'em up on price because the expensive original buckets and console are gone. The spare tire carrier is a Bestop most likely.

'68OrangeSunshine 07-22-2015 01:13 AM

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Originally Posted by 65standard (Post 7249542)
They know I like it and have money, so I'm getting things like "these trucks go for $20,000"

I don't really know what it's worth, but they are damn rare around here. I figured it would cost me about $6000 to make everything perfect while keeping the patina.

The ones that go for $20K Run by themselves, are shiny, don't have broken fiberglass at the rear, and have nice interiors.
See if they'll trade for your other orange truck. LOL

Here's my Jimmy :gmc2:

57taskforce 07-22-2015 01:22 AM

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After seeing your c/20 take shape id love to see what you do with this one!

Ol Blue K20 07-22-2015 07:48 AM

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Get it....I'm in for the ride

72kool 07-22-2015 10:44 AM

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You have to get it! You dont want to be THAT guy, the one who let a helpless blazer be crushed... ;) i loved what you did to the c20. Hope i get to watch you do it again soon to a blazer :metal:

mike16 07-22-2015 09:23 PM

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Originally Posted by 65standard (Post 7249515)
It sat so long that everything is locked up. It will not roll. Heck, it sat so long on the flat tire that the rim rusted away. Good thing is it a load CTS.

yea. junkyard material. pretty nice junk yarde there and ar they scrapping out that Audi too? or just gonna crush it.

they got nicer cars in your junk yard then I got in my drive way


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