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CLASSIC87' · 03-29-2010, 11:48 PM

Well some of you guys know about the 2WD Blazer I picked up a few weeks ago... here's a few pics of when I got it. I will be adding more pics soon...

Thanks,
Anthony

CLASSIC87' · 03-29-2010, 11:51 PM

Before and After on the doors and freshened up the wipers:

Driveway Dreams · 03-30-2010, 12:11 AM

That thing is still gorgeous and getting more so. I cant wait to keep following your build.

CLASSIC87' · 03-30-2010, 12:18 AM

Thanks man...

Here are somethings that aren't pictured that I had to fix: replaced the headlight switch, drivers electric door lock, both door strikers, high beam dimmer on the floor, installed a color matched cup holder in the console, bolted down seats correctly, installed front belts, centered up the console, removed the antenna from the front fender and using the windshield one. Also added a front air damn... pics to follow soon after I get a couple other things done on the outside.

Today I also noticed the ducting was missing in the dash... getting that tomorrow... then the air will flow again!

diponyou · 03-30-2010, 08:27 AM

nice dude!
im completely jealous.

menace121978 · 03-30-2010, 08:54 AM

very nice!

69BBsuburban · 03-30-2010, 11:02 AM

Really nice....
I need to find myself a 2wd Blazer....they're so sexy.....

**lolife99** · 03-30-2010, 12:21 PM

Subscribing to this one!

CLASSIC87' · 04-01-2010, 10:30 PM

Thanks guys... I got the new black molding installed all aroun the windows and installed new exhaust system from the mufflers back. It made it alot quieter and the tips are tucking...and no more smell either when the back window is down.

Kalashnikov46 · 04-01-2010, 10:35 PM

sweet ride

CLASSIC87' · 04-05-2010, 08:33 PM

Thanks.. here's a few pics of the outside.

menace121978 · 04-05-2010, 08:48 PM

so clean! she's just beggin for some 20's and a slight tude adjustment

pcmcobra · 04-05-2010, 08:50 PM

Nice!!!!!

qu1cks1lver56 · 04-05-2010, 08:53 PM

jealoussssssss
I love square blazers.
Clean ride man.

CLASSIC87' · 05-02-2010, 01:55 AM

Well I got the tires mounted... 255/60's and 275/60's... next will be the altitude adjustment. I told myself I wasn't going to go to crazy in depth with it... and somehow I was raised to be "anal" and I'm now really starting to like it after I'm going thru it all! lol

James McClure · 05-02-2010, 07:13 AM

Anthony, very nice, clean & stock vehicle. If I ever got my grubby mitts on one that clean I would go right thru it, strip everything out of the inside except the headliner and pop the front clip, pressure wash or sand blast where necessary and spray it all with bedliner spray and reassemble. If you saw mine before the restore you would know why I hate rust so much and love bedliner epray. You'll have a vehicle that is really rustproof. Also a towing tip. I have a trailer like yours and move cars and trucks. Because of the way the rear axels are positioned to prevent whipping (to far back), if you put the load on as you did (forward) it puts to much weight on the toung and the rear of the tow vehicle. I back everything on and can center the load much better. Jim

CLASSIC87' · 05-03-2010, 12:21 AM

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Originally Posted by James McClure

Anthony, very nice, clean & stock vehicle. If I ever got my grubby mitts on one that clean I would go right thru it, strip everything out of the inside except the headliner and pop the front clip, pressure wash or sand blast where necessary and spray it all with bedliner spray and reassemble. If you saw mine before the restore you would know why I hate rust so much and love bedliner epray. You'll have a vehicle that is really rustproof. Also a towing tip. I have a trailer like yours and move cars and trucks. Because of the way the rear axels are positioned to prevent whipping (to far back), if you put the load on as you did (forward) it puts to much weight on the toung and the rear of the tow vehicle. I back everything on and can center the load much better. Jim

Thanks for commrnts and for the insight... I actually don't own a trailer. That picture was taken from the Seller; when board member "Fine69" transported it from Tennesee to Kansas.
Thanks,
Anthony

ratty 46 · 05-02-2010, 04:30 PM

Very nice ..... just simple clean adjustments to a very smart looking vehicle.

Ratty 46

sickshortbed84 · 05-02-2010, 04:57 PM

WOW! that has got to be the cleanest 2wd blazer ive ever seen! looks great!

CLASSIC87' · 05-13-2010, 03:07 PM

Well I went down and finished up the details late this morning at the engine shop... and I left her there. It'll be getting a 350, RV cam, Forged pistons and a double timing chain. I normally try to do all my stuff on my own... but not this time (the $ difference didnt seem worth to me anyways). So by next week it'll have a new "heart".

The reason for this being done was when I removed the LOUD gear drive... the knocking noises appeared. I changed the main and rod bearing on Monday and the crankshaft was pretty well shot... and when I started and drove for a while.. the #2 piston was starting to knock again (I think the pin is worn). Anyways this is the latest update...

CLASSIC87' · 05-14-2010, 12:42 PM

Here's the pic from this morning... it's out.

CLASSIC87' · 05-17-2010, 05:08 PM

Went down this morning and it was getting prep'd for paint, etc. Also picked up some 2" lowering shackles as well as ordered some new shocks for the corners for when she comes home.

jchav62 · 05-17-2010, 05:21 PM

Very clean!!

CLASSIC87' · 05-19-2010, 04:28 PM

Getting closer...

menace121978 · 05-19-2010, 04:50 PM

looking good buddy!

03-29-2010, 11:48 PM	#1
CLASSIC87' OL BLUU Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: WICHITA, KS. Posts: 1,065	The transformations have been taking place... Well some of you guys know about the 2WD Blazer I picked up a few weeks ago... here's a few pics of when I got it. I will be adding more pics soon... Thanks, Anthony Attached Images __________________ More Drop and pics... whatch'a think?: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=249927 My recent 2wd Blazer progress thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=393427 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=394870

03-30-2010, 12:11 AM	#3
Driveway Dreams I have car A.D.D. Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Greeley, Northern Colorado Posts: 4,147	Re: The transformations have been taking place... That thing is still gorgeous and getting more so. I cant wait to keep following your build. __________________ -Gerald Building vehicles in memory of the first "car guy" I ever knew, my Grandpa. Bob Dunham 1935-2009. Rest in peace. 61 GMC Suburban SOLD The 86 build thread SOLD Are you a Colorado member?Click here.

03-30-2010, 12:18 AM	#4
CLASSIC87' OL BLUU Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: WICHITA, KS. Posts: 1,065	Re: The transformations have been taking place... Thanks man... Here are somethings that aren't pictured that I had to fix: replaced the headlight switch, drivers electric door lock, both door strikers, high beam dimmer on the floor, installed a color matched cup holder in the console, bolted down seats correctly, installed front belts, centered up the console, removed the antenna from the front fender and using the windshield one. Also added a front air damn... pics to follow soon after I get a couple other things done on the outside. Today I also noticed the ducting was missing in the dash... getting that tomorrow... then the air will flow again! __________________ More Drop and pics... whatch'a think?: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=249927 My recent 2wd Blazer progress thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=393427 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=394870 Last edited by CLASSIC87'; 03-30-2010 at 12:20 AM.

03-30-2010, 08:27 AM	#5
diponyou Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: duluth,ga Posts: 201	Re: The transformations have been taking place... nice dude! im completely jealous.

03-30-2010, 08:54 AM	#6
menace121978 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: orangevale, ca Posts: 3,626	Re: The transformations have been taking place... very nice! __________________ "Dennis the Menace" 1978 Silverado (2wd, 1/2 ton, short bed)complete nut & bolt frame off restomod LQ9/4L80E MY LS SWAP/FRAME OFF BUILD BOOK 2006 TBSS way too much to list

03-29-2010, 11:51 PM	#2
CLASSIC87' OL BLUU Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: WICHITA, KS. Posts: 1,065	Re: The transformations have been taking place... Before and After on the doors and freshened up the wipers: Attached Images __________________ More Drop and pics... whatch'a think?: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=249927 My recent 2wd Blazer progress thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=393427 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=394870 Last edited by CLASSIC87'; 03-29-2010 at 11:53 PM.

03-30-2010, 11:02 AM	#7
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03-30-2010, 12:21 PM	#8
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04-01-2010, 10:30 PM	#9
CLASSIC87' OL BLUU Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: WICHITA, KS. Posts: 1,065	Re: The transformations have been taking place... Thanks guys... I got the new black molding installed all aroun the windows and installed new exhaust system from the mufflers back. It made it alot quieter and the tips are tucking...and no more smell either when the back window is down. __________________ More Drop and pics... whatch'a think?: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=249927 My recent 2wd Blazer progress thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=393427 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=394870 Last edited by CLASSIC87'; 04-01-2010 at 10:30 PM.

04-01-2010, 10:35 PM	#10
Kalashnikov46 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Casper, Wyoming Posts: 147	Re: The transformations have been taking place... sweet ride

04-05-2010, 08:33 PM	#11
CLASSIC87' OL BLUU Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: WICHITA, KS. Posts: 1,065	Re: The transformations have been taking place... Thanks.. here's a few pics of the outside. Attached Images __________________ More Drop and pics... whatch'a think?: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=249927 My recent 2wd Blazer progress thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=393427 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=394870

04-05-2010, 08:48 PM	#12
menace121978 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: orangevale, ca Posts: 3,626	Re: The transformations have been taking place... so clean! she's just beggin for some 20's and a slight tude adjustment __________________ "Dennis the Menace" 1978 Silverado (2wd, 1/2 ton, short bed)complete nut & bolt frame off restomod LQ9/4L80E MY LS SWAP/FRAME OFF BUILD BOOK 2006 TBSS way too much to list

04-05-2010, 08:50 PM	#13
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04-05-2010, 08:53 PM	#14
qu1cks1lver56 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Milton, FL Posts: 733	Re: The transformations have been taking place... jealoussssssss I love square blazers. Clean ride man. __________________ My 86 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=375526

05-02-2010, 01:55 AM	#15
CLASSIC87' OL BLUU Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: WICHITA, KS. Posts: 1,065	Re: The transformations have been taking place... Well I got the tires mounted... 255/60's and 275/60's... next will be the altitude adjustment. I told myself I wasn't going to go to crazy in depth with it... and somehow I was raised to be "anal" and I'm now really starting to like it after I'm going thru it all! lol Attached Images __________________ More Drop and pics... whatch'a think?: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=249927 My recent 2wd Blazer progress thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=393427 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=394870 Last edited by CLASSIC87'; 05-02-2010 at 02:04 AM.



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05-02-2010, 07:13 AM	#16
James McClure One shot, one kill. Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Saratoga Springs NY Posts: 859	Re: The transformations have been taking place... Anthony, very nice, clean & stock vehicle. If I ever got my grubby mitts on one that clean I would go right thru it, strip everything out of the inside except the headliner and pop the front clip, pressure wash or sand blast where necessary and spray it all with bedliner spray and reassemble. If you saw mine before the restore you would know why I hate rust so much and love bedliner epray. You'll have a vehicle that is really rustproof. Also a towing tip. I have a trailer like yours and move cars and trucks. Because of the way the rear axels are positioned to prevent whipping (to far back), if you put the load on as you did (forward) it puts to much weight on the toung and the rear of the tow vehicle. I back everything on and can center the load much better. Jim __________________ 1984 K20 350M engine with 465,000 miles. Well, it's finally done!! Almost 2 years of work, but it was really worth the effort. Little stuff left to do is mount winch, wet sand & buff out and build belly pan\running boards. Body work takes lots and LOTS of beer!!!! God, Guts and Guns made America and God, Guts and Guns will preserve it! The worst thing you could do is get into my sights, but that don't matter, you'll never know it, cause you'll never hear the shotJim or Paladin whichever you choose.

05-02-2010, 04:30 PM	#18
ratty 46 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Atlanta, Ga. Posts: 1,104	Re: The transformations have been taking place... Very nice ..... just simple clean adjustments to a very smart looking vehicle. Ratty 46

05-02-2010, 04:57 PM	#19
sickshortbed84 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Connecticut Posts: 58	Re: The transformations have been taking place... WOW! that has got to be the cleanest 2wd blazer ive ever seen! looks great! __________________ the fleet..... 57' shortbed stepside 4x4 72' longbed cheyenne super 4x4 78' blazer lil lift w/ chalet 84' shortbed lowrider aka "troubletruck" 84' 1 ton crew cab dually lifted 8" on 38.5 boggers 87' burb shes my daily 89' blazer, wheelin/plow rig 8?' blazer chassised super short stepside

05-13-2010, 03:07 PM	#20
CLASSIC87' OL BLUU Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: WICHITA, KS. Posts: 1,065	Re: The transformations have been taking place... Well I went down and finished up the details late this morning at the engine shop... and I left her there. It'll be getting a 350, RV cam, Forged pistons and a double timing chain. I normally try to do all my stuff on my own... but not this time (the $ difference didnt seem worth to me anyways). So by next week it'll have a new "heart". The reason for this being done was when I removed the LOUD gear drive... the knocking noises appeared. I changed the main and rod bearing on Monday and the crankshaft was pretty well shot... and when I started and drove for a while.. the #2 piston was starting to knock again (I think the pin is worn). Anyways this is the latest update... __________________ More Drop and pics... whatch'a think?: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=249927 My recent 2wd Blazer progress thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=393427 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=394870

05-14-2010, 12:42 PM	#21
CLASSIC87' OL BLUU Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: WICHITA, KS. Posts: 1,065	Re: The transformations have been taking place... Here's the pic from this morning... it's out. Attached Images __________________ More Drop and pics... whatch'a think?: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=249927 My recent 2wd Blazer progress thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=393427 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=394870 Last edited by CLASSIC87'; 05-14-2010 at 12:42 PM.

05-17-2010, 05:08 PM	#22
CLASSIC87' OL BLUU Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: WICHITA, KS. Posts: 1,065	Re: The transformations have been taking place... Went down this morning and it was getting prep'd for paint, etc. Also picked up some 2" lowering shackles as well as ordered some new shocks for the corners for when she comes home. Attached Images __________________ More Drop and pics... whatch'a think?: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=249927 My recent 2wd Blazer progress thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=393427 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=394870 Last edited by CLASSIC87'; 05-17-2010 at 05:36 PM.

05-17-2010, 05:21 PM	#23
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05-19-2010, 04:28 PM	#24
CLASSIC87' OL BLUU Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: WICHITA, KS. Posts: 1,065	Re: The transformations have been taking place... Getting closer... Attached Images __________________ More Drop and pics... whatch'a think?: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=249927 My recent 2wd Blazer progress thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=393427 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=394870

05-19-2010, 04:50 PM	#25
menace121978 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: orangevale, ca Posts: 3,626	Re: The transformations have been taking place... looking good buddy! __________________ "Dennis the Menace" 1978 Silverado (2wd, 1/2 ton, short bed)complete nut & bolt frame off restomod LQ9/4L80E MY LS SWAP/FRAME OFF BUILD BOOK 2006 TBSS way too much to list

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