Hardtop Blazer? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

kevinr1970 · 12-04-2006, 09:10 PM

Sorry if this has been posted before, I don't get over to the 67-72 side very often.
I was on Google images trying to find a picture of a 1965 Suburban. Found this while looking at a site that had one and this too.
I have seen a picture another Blazer/Suburban like this before but it was red and I think it was a tailgate.
I like it! Wish I could figure out a way to put barn doors on one of me Blazers...

Huck · 12-04-2006, 09:17 PM

This is a modified Surburban.

kevinr1970 · 12-04-2006, 11:55 PM

I figured as much. I posted it here as it looks closer to a Blazer than a Suburban.
I like what Hill's did with this Blazer but personally would have went for the barn doors. Just me maybe?

bouncytruck · 12-05-2006, 01:07 AM

The orange rig has been posted several times in the past. It is a cut down burb, but very cool. It's the only one I've seen like that other than photoshop jobs. I think there are a couple guys on the board wanting/planning on building something similar.

Someplace, there is a photo of an in-progress blazer with a fixed roof. They shaped the B Pillar to flow more like later model Blazers. I might have a photo on one of my other computers or you might find it in a search.

72 CustomCamper · 12-05-2006, 01:14 AM

You mean this one Bouncy?

bouncytruck · 12-05-2006, 11:47 AM

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Originally Posted by 72 CustomCamper

You mean this one Bouncy?

Exactly what I was thinking about. Thanks!

RED72blazer · 12-05-2006, 07:31 PM

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Originally Posted by 72 CustomCamper

You mean this one Bouncy?

I know those pictures are a couple years old,I want to see that thing finished!

Huck · 12-05-2006, 09:27 AM

Now THAT is way cool~~~~.

LUV2XCLR8 · 12-05-2006, 07:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Huck

Now THAT is way cool~~~~.

Agreed, wish I had the skills

LUV2XCLR8 · 12-05-2006, 07:41 PM

Rokcrln · 12-05-2006, 07:54 PM

The last time I spoke with him it was not much farther along and he was talking about getting out from under it

I hope he re thought that and is sticking with it.

Kevin
LFD Inc.

RED72blazer · 12-05-2006, 11:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Rokcrln

The last time I spoke with him it was not much farther along and he was talking about getting out from under it

I hope he re thought that and is sticking with it.

Kevin
LFD Inc.

lame...

2wdBlazer · 12-06-2006, 12:10 AM

A hard top blazer is pointless. NO DEAL!!!!!!!!!!!!

**lolife99** · 12-06-2006, 12:26 AM

It use to belong to member Brad2. It's still way COOL! Some purist might not like it,... but it show what $$ and a little imagination can do. The craftsmanship is awesome.

brad2 · 12-06-2006, 08:31 PM

I still have the money pit.. This is how it looked about two weeks ago. I know really doesn't look much different other than different primer but the body has received lots of TLC. I need a motor for it now. Still no idea on a completion date.

brad2 · 12-06-2006, 08:38 PM

The two things that consume all my money! I actually bought this the day he was born.

Pop's72 · 12-06-2006, 09:43 PM

Along as you are still working on it is all that matters to me. That rig is just too cool.

bouncytruck · 12-06-2006, 11:30 PM

I'm not a huge proponent of making blazers into fixed roof rigs, but what you have done is so different than any others, it is cool. The craftsmanship is awesome. I wish I half that skill.

Whats the plans for the rear gate? It looks like you have holes drilled for side moldings. What are the plans there?

RED72blazer · 12-07-2006, 12:26 AM

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Originally Posted by brad2

The two things that consume all my money! I actually bought this the day he was born.

that thing is sick!!!!!!!!!!!!

kevinr1970 · 12-07-2006, 03:40 PM

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Originally Posted by brad2

The two things that consume all my money! I actually bought this the day he was born.

Since you can theoretically say they were both born the same day does he think its going to be his in what looks like not so many years?!?

Rokcrln · 12-07-2006, 07:51 PM

Glad to see you still have it! I think this is one of teh most amazing 67-72's I have seen. The work is top notch from the pic's you have sent me and what I can see. I am still up in the air about what I want to do to my 70 2wd but I think it will stay a vert but not by much

Also what is the rear bumper made from? Ends off a front and the center from a rear?

Kevin
LFD Inc.

*72CSTC5* · 12-07-2006, 08:03 PM

That thing is gorgeous, finish it no matter how long it takes it will still be cutting edge.

**jaros44sr** · 12-07-2006, 08:20 PM

Sorta reminds me of the 55-57 nomad lines! Unbelievable talent you have in metal forming, hope your son is paying attention. My boys were 6 when they were hanging out in the workshop. Good looking son, BTW J.

Rokcrln · 12-07-2006, 09:16 PM

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Originally Posted by jaros44

Sorta reminds me of the 55-57 nomad lines! J.

Wait untill you see the dash

Brad what year was this started? Also what are your plans for a motor and trans?

kyle4381 · 12-07-2006, 10:15 PM

That thing is SWEET

12-04-2006, 09:10 PM	#1
kevinr1970 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Everett, WA Posts: 2,316	Hardtop Blazer? Sorry if this has been posted before, I don't get over to the 67-72 side very often. I was on Google images trying to find a picture of a 1965 Suburban. Found this while looking at a site that had one and this too. I have seen a picture another Blazer/Suburban like this before but it was red and I think it was a tailgate. I like it! Wish I could figure out a way to put barn doors on one of me Blazers... __________________ 2009 Honda Fit CfC (bsf 44.9 mpg) 2000 Tahoe Limited 1991 GMC CrewCab Dually 2wd, will end up swb, not dually and replace CCswb below 1991 GMC CrewCab Dually 4x4, just going to fix things up for now 1982/1989 K5/GMC Jimmy 2wd 1987 GMC 1/2 ton swb 2wd Crew (sold) Last edited by kevinr1970; 10-04-2007 at 11:41 PM.

12-04-2006, 09:17 PM	#2
Huck Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Shelbyville, KY Posts: 3,269	Re: Hardtop Blazer? This is a modified Surburban.

12-04-2006, 11:55 PM	#3
kevinr1970 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Everett, WA Posts: 2,316	Re: Hardtop Blazer? I figured as much. I posted it here as it looks closer to a Blazer than a Suburban. I like what Hill's did with this Blazer but personally would have went for the barn doors. Just me maybe? __________________ 2009 Honda Fit CfC (bsf 44.9 mpg) 2000 Tahoe Limited 1991 GMC CrewCab Dually 2wd, will end up swb, not dually and replace CCswb below 1991 GMC CrewCab Dually 4x4, just going to fix things up for now 1982/1989 K5/GMC Jimmy 2wd 1987 GMC 1/2 ton swb 2wd Crew (sold)

12-05-2006, 01:07 AM	#4
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,049	Re: Hardtop Blazer? The orange rig has been posted several times in the past. It is a cut down burb, but very cool. It's the only one I've seen like that other than photoshop jobs. I think there are a couple guys on the board wanting/planning on building something similar. Someplace, there is a photo of an in-progress blazer with a fixed roof. They shaped the B Pillar to flow more like later model Blazers. I might have a photo on one of my other computers or you might find it in a search. __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

12-05-2006, 01:14 AM	#5
72 CustomCamper huh ??? Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Fredericksburg,Va. Posts: 3,369	Re: Hardtop Blazer? You mean this one Bouncy? Attached Images __________________ 90 Blazer Silverado 350w/ 700R4 and 32" Kelly's "I am a bomb technician. If you see me running try to keep up!"

12-05-2006, 09:27 AM	#8
Huck Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Shelbyville, KY Posts: 3,269	Re: Hardtop Blazer? Now THAT is way cool~~~~.

12-05-2006, 07:41 PM	#10
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,484	Re: Hardtop Blazer? __________________ 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

12-05-2006, 07:54 PM	#11
Rokcrln Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Winters Ca. 95694 Posts: 4,843	Re: Hardtop Blazer? The last time I spoke with him it was not much farther along and he was talking about getting out from under it I hope he re thought that and is sticking with it. Kevin LFD Inc.

12-06-2006, 12:10 AM	#13
2wdBlazer The Blazer King Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: Valrico, Fl (Tampa) Posts: 1,213	Re: Hardtop Blazer? A hard top blazer is pointless. NO DEAL!!!!!!!!!!!! __________________ 72 2wd Blazer. Its the superbichinest, megacoolinest, superflowinest.

12-06-2006, 12:26 AM	#14
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,700	Re: Hardtop Blazer? It use to belong to member Brad2. It's still way COOL! Some purist might not like it,... but it show what $$ and a little imagination can do. The craftsmanship is awesome. __________________ Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823

12-06-2006, 08:31 PM	#15
brad2 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: edmond, ok Posts: 1,058	Re: Hardtop Blazer? I still have the money pit.. This is how it looked about two weeks ago. I know really doesn't look much different other than different primer but the body has received lots of TLC. I need a motor for it now. Still no idea on a completion date. Attached Images __________________ 74 swb 71 2wd Jimmy 82 2wd Blazer

12-06-2006, 08:38 PM	#16
brad2 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: edmond, ok Posts: 1,058	Re: Hardtop Blazer? The two things that consume all my money! I actually bought this the day he was born. Attached Images __________________ 74 swb 71 2wd Jimmy 82 2wd Blazer

12-06-2006, 09:43 PM	#17
Pop's72 It's ok to stare... Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 669	Re: Hardtop Blazer? Along as you are still working on it is all that matters to me. That rig is just too cool. __________________ -Matt 1971 Blazer/Jimmy : Factory 2WD, Factory AC, Crate 350

12-06-2006, 11:30 PM	#18
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,049	Re: Hardtop Blazer? I'm not a huge proponent of making blazers into fixed roof rigs, but what you have done is so different than any others, it is cool. The craftsmanship is awesome. I wish I half that skill. Whats the plans for the rear gate? It looks like you have holes drilled for side moldings. What are the plans there? __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

12-07-2006, 07:51 PM	#21
Rokcrln Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Winters Ca. 95694 Posts: 4,843	Re: Hardtop Blazer? Glad to see you still have it! I think this is one of teh most amazing 67-72's I have seen. The work is top notch from the pic's you have sent me and what I can see. I am still up in the air about what I want to do to my 70 2wd but I think it will stay a vert but not by much Also what is the rear bumper made from? Ends off a front and the center from a rear? Kevin LFD Inc. Last edited by Rokcrln; 12-07-2006 at 07:54 PM.



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12-07-2006, 08:20 PM	#23
jaros44sr Senior Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Philadelphia, Pa. 19454 Posts: 9,704	Re: Hardtop Blazer? Sorta reminds me of the 55-57 nomad lines! Unbelievable talent you have in metal forming, hope your son is paying attention. My boys were 6 when they were hanging out in the workshop. Good looking son, BTW J. __________________ Semper Fi...Uncle Sam, you da man All parts offered to help are free, unless otherwise noted Dont try this stuff in my build thread, unless you have 55 years of mechanical OTJ training SAFETY FIRST AS usual, off topic They say your mind goes second, can't remember the first Jim

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