72 Blazer - Here we Go

[d.garza9]

Bought this Blazer on Ebay back in February. Decent condition and decided to go hot rod style with it. We'll see how it turns out!

[d.garza9]

Here are some pics after the install of the cowl hood from LMC.

[d.garza9]

Had to take out the interior before I could take it to the Body Shop! Even got some help from the little one!

[d.garza9]

Took it to a buddy of mine to get it painted and here are some pics of the work in progress.

[d.garza9]

Thinking about Metallic Silver with Black racing stripes.....What do you think?

[d.garza9]

I purchased the engine(5.3) and tranny(4l60e) last week for $1000 even. My issue now is tying everything togetherwhile keeping the original np205 transfer case. At this time I'm getting ready to purchase the advanced adapters shaft http://http://www.advanceadapters.co...ts/pn-50-6900/
and the 4l60e kit
http://www.advanceadapters.com/products/pn-50-0405e/

Please let me know if there's anything I'm missing. Also I've been advised that will need to lift the truck 3 to 4 inches to create clearance from the front differential. I have also been advised that the engine will have to moved 2 inches to the front to keep the original shifter in its place.
Thanks in advance!
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[VA72C10]

Looks like a cool build! I'll follow along! Top looks good. And while I personally wouldn't run those wheels, they will look tough with those tires!

[d.garza9]

Thanks VA72C10,

I appreciate your honesty on the wheels. What type of wheel/tire combo do you think looks good on these types of blazers?
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[71swb4x4]

I like the "classic" wheels on these Blazers. Steelies with the smaller hubcaps, 73 and up ralley wheels, ET slotted mags, 10 holes, etc.

[d.garza9]

Great suggestions on the wheels71swb4x4. After seeing several wheel options I still don't know what to purchase. I hope others post their opinions and also some pics of their favorite wheel-tire combinations.
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[VA72C10]

Here's one similar to the one you posted. It looks good. I just have another look I picture in mind when you say "hot rod"

[AJs72K5]

Originally Posted by VA72C10

Here's one similar to the one you posted. It looks good. I just have another look I picture in mind when you say "hot rod"

Man...that's either some seriously deep paint with incredible clear coat, great photography, or someone enhanced that pic a bit with photoshop.

Unless you plan on lowering the truck, which I assume you're not based on the tire itself, I personally think its a bit too much rim diameter for the tire size. The pic above has similar rims and tires, but he's running a larger tire.

[d.garza9]

@ AJs72K5,

I was thinking the same about the tire wall. The pic that I showed was of a 20" wheel on 33's. I am interested in finding a picture with an 18" wheel on 33's. I appreciate the help.

Thanks.
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[blue_69]

heres mine with 17" mazzi rims

[d.garza9]

Originally Posted by VA72C10

Here's one similar to the one you posted. It looks good. I just have another look I picture in mind when you say "hot rod"

First Off let me say that yellow blazer is Nice! In addition, that is very similar to what I hope to achieve with my blazer. As for the " Hot Rod " term it's more to classify it as a customized ride instead of an " original " or " stock " look. Thanks for the pic!! Keep 'em coming!
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[d.garza9]

Nice Ride blue_69,

What tires you running with the Mazzi's? Also, what lift is on the blazer? Looks great!
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[d.garza9]

Well I'm a little disappointed due to the fact that the transmission guy didn't want to risk cutting into the stock transfer case adapter. After confirming what I need to do with Advanced Adapters, it's off to the machine shop to get the adapter cut.
I would like to add that the transmission has been rebuilt and the output shaft on the 4l60e has been replaced with the one from AA. I have pics of the transmission yet can not upload with the iPad. Don't ask me why, can't figure how to do it.
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[y5mgisi]

Seems a little more modern then i like, but none the less, looks like it will be a cool build! Looking forward to updates!

[blue_69]

My tires are 315/70 r17 it has a 6 inch lift

[d.garza9]

Well had to go out of town for a couple of weeks but I'm back now and ready to continue working on the Blazer. Here are the pics of the 4l60e with the new shaft installed. It's all rebuilt. Also in the pics is the original np205 tranfer case. As I had mentioned I will need to take it to the machine shop to get it cut.

[Tom Vogel]

[QUOTE= Here are the pics of the 4l60e with the new shaft installed. It's all rebuilt. Also in the pics is the original np205 tranfer case. As I had mentioned I will need to take it to the machine shop to get it cut.[/QUOTE]
Have you thought about talking to the Guys at Advanced Adapters? They may have an adapter for that transfer case to the overdrive tranny. Just a thought.

[Thealien]

Looks good and nice blazer. Looks pretty rust free?

Advance adapters sells a transfer case adapter made of aluminum (or they did when I did mine) 50-5302 Even that one still need a little machining for the speed sensor. Did you also get the 6 bolt to 4 bolt adapter that goes between the transmission and transfer case adapter that is also the location for the speed sensor? 50-0405

I also believe you have to get rid of the bearing supported couple in exchange for the non bearing supported couple 52-9503. I believe this is neccesary to accomodate the reluctor wheel (that you have installed) and the speed sensor that goes into the 6-4 bolt adapter. At one point they had a kit 4l60205 or ? that had all the parts in it. It was a little cheaper than buying them all seperately.

Funny thing is there transfer case adapter has a larger thread size for the shifter and I had to have a bolt and spacer machined.

I have been driving the Jimmy for a little over a year and it is a blast to drive.

Good luck and I will be following your build.

[d.garza9]

The Alien,
Yes the blazer was over all rust free. It was a great find. I am the third owner of the vehicle and the second owner only had it for three months. Advanced adapters did not have the the entire kit; I had to get each piece separately. Yes I do have the adapter that ties the transfer case and tranny together. I wanted to try to use the stock transfer case adapter and cut it the .625" the instructions suggest. As you mentioned, I will have to remove the the bearing module inside the adapter and replace it with the non- bearing one from AA. I was informed that I will also have to cut the non- bearing coupling by .500" on the transmission side. Does this sound similar to what you did with your truck? I appreciate any suggestions or comments you may have.
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[Thealien]

Yes, I did have to cut my coupler and it is HARD. I wouldn't take the whole .500 off yet though. I would trial fit and measure, measur, measure. You can always cut more off. It is a pain to piece everything together only to have to take it apart again and again LOL. I was working by myself and must of had my engine in and out 8-10 times building and designing my crossmember.

Once you have taken the .625 off the face of the adapter you may have to grind/cut/machine a spot for the VSS. I used theirs so I did not have to machine the front of the adapter and taking the .625 might be enough for the VSS clearance. You will know soon as you bolt the 4-6 bolt adapter on. I am pretty sure the seal is on the next step on the adapter so the .625 might not have to be "machined"? Maybe just a grinder?

I put my VSS on the wrong side of the 4-6 bolt adapter and it is very close to the shifter. It works but would be better on the other side.

Feel free to ask any questions you may have and if I can I will help.

[d.garza9]

My buddy some sent me some pics of the truck. Cant wait to go and see it in person. I had the interior sprayed with Rhino Lining before it was painted. It looks like it might need a touch up. Also, it has the dash pad from LMC installed.