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Ziegelsteinfaust · 11-07-2019, 12:01 PM

I have done everything one could do to the standard 73-91 C10 and C20 chassis, and suspension pieces. They handle great when tweaked for a more modern driving dynamic. Plus you could even upgrade A-arms, and big brake kits of you want. I never did that myself, but maybe one day.

The chassis stiffness can be dealt with a X brace or adding more cross members. I added more cross members one time, and was satisfied with the results.

As far as swapping the body onto a newer frame I think your going to end up with 3x more work then it would be worth to you. The perimeter frame of newer designs is a bit difficult to make fit, and requires major surgery of the body.

If you did want a awd Blazer. Just clip it onto your existing frame, and add a 4 link to the rear.

As far as new engine go LS, and get a 6 speed. Anything else leaves a lot on the plate. You could get a 4.3 LV3 like my 18 Silverado has, and likely feel you dont need more power. They are unloved so you can get everything cheap sometimes, and still enjoy fully modern set up.

11-07-2019, 12:01 PM	#5
Ziegelsteinfaust Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Temple City Posts: 3,666	Re: Toying with an idea...?? I have done everything one could do to the standard 73-91 C10 and C20 chassis, and suspension pieces. They handle great when tweaked for a more modern driving dynamic. Plus you could even upgrade A-arms, and big brake kits of you want. I never did that myself, but maybe one day. The chassis stiffness can be dealt with a X brace or adding more cross members. I added more cross members one time, and was satisfied with the results. As far as swapping the body onto a newer frame I think your going to end up with 3x more work then it would be worth to you. The perimeter frame of newer designs is a bit difficult to make fit, and requires major surgery of the body. If you did want a awd Blazer. Just clip it onto your existing frame, and add a 4 link to the rear. As far as new engine go LS, and get a 6 speed. Anything else leaves a lot on the plate. You could get a 4.3 LV3 like my 18 Silverado has, and likely feel you dont need more power. They are unloved so you can get everything cheap sometimes, and still enjoy fully modern set up.