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bouncytruck · 09-30-2006, 12:54 PM

I remember seeing a Blazer with fiberglass covers where the doors were like they make for early broncos, back when I was in college (in the late 80's/early 90's). I can't tell if thats what this rig has or if they are modified doors, but they are kinda cool.

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LUV2XCLR8 · 09-30-2006, 01:08 PM

Interesting

herb101 · 09-30-2006, 01:32 PM

Can't tell for sure how those exact ones are done,but it can be done fairly easily with a scrap door - preferably one damaged beyond "normal" use. You simply gut the door interior, trace out the opening profile, cut the door skin (inner & outer) and weld in flat stock curved and trimmed to fit the new opening. You will likely want to reskin the inteior panel to smooth the remaining areas and you could either mount them permanently or modify the latch mechanisms (interior and exterior handle won't be there now) to keep the door functionality.

I've seen this done with decent results on a Scout II to replicate the SS option available at the end of the Scout's run.

Herb

MNorby · 09-30-2006, 03:00 PM

I made some half doors for my old cab truck. PRetty easy

vtblazer · 10-01-2006, 08:37 AM

[QUOTE=bouncytruck;1816746]I remember seeing a Blazer with fiberglass covers where the doors were like they make for early broncos, back when I was in college (in the late 80's/early 90's). I can't tell if thats what this rig has or if they are modified doors, but they are kinda cool.QUOTE]

Those aren't doors, it's just body work.

One way to deal with firewall/tub flex, I guess.

**special-K** · 10-01-2006, 09:13 AM

I`ve liked this idea as a practicle off road mod.I don`t think molding them in will hold up if used for off road,though.I think Kurt should do this before he shoots that fuschia

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bouncytruck · 10-01-2006, 12:21 PM

The more I look at that photo, the more it looks like cut doors welded and smoothed. It would be interesting if it were more of an off roader. That looks like a fairly nice ride for a perminent modification like that, especially since it is in the rainy Pacific Northwest.

FRENCHBLUE72 · 10-01-2006, 02:02 PM

Looks like a blazer that was here in town a few years ago. Looks like you would have to be pretty skinny to fit through that door..

**special-K** · 10-02-2006, 06:39 AM

It`s a high step,too.

qksilver · 10-02-2006, 11:45 PM

I have also seen people use tubing to make doors that have that shape. They used the stock style hinges and latch mech, easy to get in and out plus much more visibility when rock climbing

69TowRig · 10-02-2006, 11:58 PM

What doors? I don't see the doors? HAHAHA

RED72blazer · 10-03-2006, 12:27 AM

That looks like a blazer that was for sale at Kompact Kar Korner last year, If so they are definatly cut down stock doors.

09-30-2006, 12:54 PM	#1
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,038	check out these doors I remember seeing a Blazer with fiberglass covers where the doors were like they make for early broncos, back when I was in college (in the late 80's/early 90's). I can't tell if thats what this rig has or if they are modified doors, but they are kinda cool. http://adcache.collectorcartraderonl...3/86064883.htm __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

09-30-2006, 01:08 PM	#2
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,468	Re: check out these doors Interesting __________________ Owner/Op: "TN Classic Transport Carriers" The Toy: "Square Vette" 72 Hybrid Blazer Toy Barn: "LuvShack" 40 x 60 x 20 Shop Tow Piggy:"Maddy" 88 Silverado 3500 Hauler: "Feathers" 14 Aluma 8218T

09-30-2006, 01:32 PM	#3
herb101 Used Register Join Date: May 2005 Location: Live Oak, TX Posts: 379	Re: check out these doors Can't tell for sure how those exact ones are done,but it can be done fairly easily with a scrap door - preferably one damaged beyond "normal" use. You simply gut the door interior, trace out the opening profile, cut the door skin (inner & outer) and weld in flat stock curved and trimmed to fit the new opening. You will likely want to reskin the inteior panel to smooth the remaining areas and you could either mount them permanently or modify the latch mechanisms (interior and exterior handle won't be there now) to keep the door functionality. I've seen this done with decent results on a Scout II to replicate the SS option available at the end of the Scout's run. Herb

09-30-2006, 03:00 PM	#4
MNorby Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Powell, Wy Posts: 135	Re: check out these doors I made some half doors for my old cab truck. PRetty easy Attached Images

10-01-2006, 08:37 AM	#5
vtblazer Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Central Vermont Posts: 8,537	Re: check out these doors [QUOTE=bouncytruck;1816746]I remember seeing a Blazer with fiberglass covers where the doors were like they make for early broncos, back when I was in college (in the late 80's/early 90's). I can't tell if thats what this rig has or if they are modified doors, but they are kinda cool.QUOTE] Those aren't doors, it's just body work. One way to deal with firewall/tub flex, I guess.

10-01-2006, 09:13 AM	#6
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: check out these doors I`ve liked this idea as a practicle off road mod.I don`t think molding them in will hold up if used for off road,though.I think Kurt should do this before he shoots that fuschia. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~ Last edited by special-K; 10-01-2006 at 09:14 AM.

10-01-2006, 12:21 PM	#7
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,038	Re: check out these doors The more I look at that photo, the more it looks like cut doors welded and smoothed. It would be interesting if it were more of an off roader. That looks like a fairly nice ride for a perminent modification like that, especially since it is in the rainy Pacific Northwest. __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

10-01-2006, 02:02 PM	#8
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,606	Re: check out these doors Looks like a blazer that was here in town a few years ago. Looks like you would have to be pretty skinny to fit through that door.. __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

10-02-2006, 06:39 AM	#9
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: check out these doors It`s a high step,too. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

10-02-2006, 11:45 PM	#10
qksilver Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Southern Pines NC Posts: 3,853	Re: check out these doors I have also seen people use tubing to make doors that have that shape. They used the stock style hinges and latch mech, easy to get in and out plus much more visibility when rock climbing

10-02-2006, 11:58 PM	#11
69TowRig Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 894	Re: check out these doors What doors? I don't see the doors? HAHAHA __________________ -Chris Building a stripper, one part at a time: 1969 K5, 307, 3spd, 3 seats, hard top. Added Pwr Discs, Pwr Steering, Aux Battery, T-case Skid, Lighted Sidemarkers, HEI, Lock-Right Diff, ECE Class IV Hitch, 32" MT/Rs. Parts to Install: Hand Throttle, Console, Tow Hooks, Dual Horns, AM-FM, Dealer Swing-Away Tire Carrier, Gas Tank Skid. Also building a 1950 Willys CJ-3A and off-roading a 2001 Nissan Frontier on 1-Ton Portals...

10-03-2006, 12:27 AM	#12
RED72blazer urban fourwheelin Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Seattle Posts: 1,007	Re: check out these doors That looks like a blazer that was for sale at Kompact Kar Korner last year, If so they are definatly cut down stock doors. __________________ 1972 K5 Blazer with Cummins 4BT, NV4500 swap in the parts gathering stage.

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