New 1972 Blazer---Original Ochre Paint - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

jimcover · 02-19-2013, 07:20 PM

Hey guys. Been cruising this forum for about a year and wanted to post some pics of the blazer I picked up a week ago in Nor cal. This truck is nearly all original with no rust!! Trying to decide which modifications (if any) I shoud make. New paint, lift, etc...Some people say keep the original paint, but it is getting thin in some spots, and it may drive me crazy.

I'm leaning toward keeping it original, and just enjoying driving around topless this summer with my kids..

Blazer is in the shop now getting some minor mechanical work done, in addition to installing new AC unit...

I also have a 1970 sb 4x4 that went through a complete restoration about 2 years ago...

Appreciate any suggestions...

ColoradoK5 · 02-19-2013, 07:32 PM

Sweet Blazer I would just enjoy it paint prison sucks

Bishops Trucks · 02-19-2013, 07:43 PM

In my opinion, since you have one that just went thru a complete resto, I would leave the Blazer alone and just enjoy driving it. Hard to find complete originals anymore.

AMERICAN PICK-UP · 02-20-2013, 01:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Bishops Trucks

In my opinion, since you have one that just went thru a complete resto, I would leave the Blazer alone and just enjoy driving it. Hard to find complete originals anymore.

EXACTLY!!! they are only original one time. they can be rebuilt and restored 100 times if you want.

SACRAMENTO 71 · 02-19-2013, 07:49 PM

SWEET RIDE INDEED, int looked great also. Nice find!

I think paint is all you need, Nick

**jaros44sr** · 02-19-2013, 08:08 PM

Thing looks pretty dang sweet the way it is....im not a paint guy, but can you just add another coat of ochre on top.

Id drive the heck outta it, hows the mechanicals and saftety stuff? Good luck with it

jimcover · 02-19-2013, 08:07 PM

2 votes no paint, 1 vote paint. hey nick, I actually bought this blazer from a guy outta Sactown...Originally came out of Placerville I think!

jimcover · 02-19-2013, 08:15 PM

The Motor sounds good, but had problems with the carbuerator. I took it to the guy that did my 1970 sb, and he solved the problem right away. Something to do with the choke and causing it to flood out. He's gonna tweak a few more things, and fix a couple of leaks, and it should be good to go...Steering seems smooth, brakes are good...

RANDAL · 02-19-2013, 08:51 PM

keep it original color, Maybe 2 inch lift thats what I would do. Also nice blazer

NuBomb · 02-19-2013, 09:01 PM

I really like it the way it is. I wouldn't do anything that couldn't be undone. Drive and enjoy.

jimcover · 02-19-2013, 09:16 PM

I know the back end sags a bit. I don't know if that is because of the weight of the top, or just worn out springs...This is my first blazer and I'm pretty fired up!!!!

jimcover · 02-19-2013, 09:18 PM

I'm definitely gonna keep it the original color. I actually like the ochre. Will probably enjoy it as is for a year or so, then possibly repaint...

**my71gmc** · 02-19-2013, 09:33 PM

I love the ochre color!!! I found my Jimmy in Calif, and am having the same questions to paint or not.... The first day after I received it, I was taking it into town and had a front wheel fall off (loose lugs). The damaged fender is driving me crazy, as I would lean towards leaving it the original paint. If I do repaint, I may have it painted sort of a flat ochre to simulate the 40+ years of sun....

briank · 02-19-2013, 09:56 PM

Wow, great K5. I would just enjoy it the way it is ,not often to find an original one and Im a fan of Ochre also.
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bouncytruck · 02-19-2013, 10:24 PM

Very nice looking ride!

TexasJimmy · 02-19-2013, 10:31 PM

It is what it is. And it's a sweet looking K5!
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**landy** · 02-19-2013, 10:52 PM

I've got a'72, original, same color, too. I don't really like the color, but will keep it as I like the original look. It may kinda grow on you eventually.

Mint68 · 02-19-2013, 11:44 PM

That is a super nice looking blazer. LEAVE IT ALONE!! It is easy to find a painted modified blazer, super hard/imposible to find one as nice looking and untouched as that.

BLUE THUNDER · 02-20-2013, 12:17 AM

Sweet Blazer!!! I'd leave it alone and drive it. Good color too........

67swb72klb · 02-20-2013, 01:25 PM

i couldnt do anything to it is perfect

well maybe turn the white letters in but thats just me
thats a nice find !

SACRAMENTO 71 · 02-20-2013, 03:23 PM

I might have looked at that truck in Placerville???

Does it have a 383 stroker with a manual? The one I looked at in PV had some custom racks in the back and the owner was the old auto shop teacher at Elk Grove High School.

best view · 02-20-2013, 11:59 PM

dont paint keep it original get another and paint that one you never have enough what if ones in the shop and its a nice day you have to plan ahead for this stuff

Jdubs71 · 02-21-2013, 01:18 AM

leave the paint, add a 4" lift with 33's

jimcover · 02-21-2013, 11:37 AM

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Originally Posted by SACRAMENTO 71

I might have looked at that truck in Placerville???

Does it have a 383 stroker with a manual? The one I looked at in PV had some custom racks in the back and the owner was the old auto shop teacher at Elk Grove High School.

This is a different one.
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69-72 · 02-22-2013, 12:12 AM

It's only original once.

It's easier to enjoy and use like it is

It has more of a personality like it is
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02-19-2013, 07:20 PM	#1
jimcover Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Modesto, CA Posts: 35	New 1972 Blazer---Original Ochre Paint Hey guys. Been cruising this forum for about a year and wanted to post some pics of the blazer I picked up a week ago in Nor cal. This truck is nearly all original with no rust!! Trying to decide which modifications (if any) I shoud make. New paint, lift, etc...Some people say keep the original paint, but it is getting thin in some spots, and it may drive me crazy. I'm leaning toward keeping it original, and just enjoying driving around topless this summer with my kids.. Blazer is in the shop now getting some minor mechanical work done, in addition to installing new AC unit... I also have a 1970 sb 4x4 that went through a complete restoration about 2 years ago... Appreciate any suggestions... Attached Images __________________ 1970 4x4 shortbed Restored "ACNICE1" 1972 4x4 Blazer Ochre Original "KCNICE1"

02-19-2013, 07:32 PM	#2
ColoradoK5 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Denver Colorado Posts: 608	Re: New 1972 Blazer---Original Ochre Paint Sweet Blazer I would just enjoy it paint prison sucks

02-19-2013, 07:43 PM	#3
Bishops Trucks KEEP ON TRUCKIN' Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Sterling, Va. Posts: 5,730	Re: New 1972 Blazer---Original Ochre Paint In my opinion, since you have one that just went thru a complete resto, I would leave the Blazer alone and just enjoy driving it. Hard to find complete originals anymore. __________________ JIM '97 GMC Sierra K1500 '95 Chevy Silverado C1500 '71 Cheyenne Z71 / LT1 & 4-Speed SWB K/10 Father/Son Project http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4l689JKXPnA http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/payments.php "LIVIN' FREE FOREVER"

02-19-2013, 07:49 PM	#5
SACRAMENTO 71 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 242	Re: New 1972 Blazer---Original Ochre Paint SWEET RIDE INDEED, int looked great also. Nice find! I think paint is all you need, Nick __________________ 68 C10 SWB W/ 72 FRONT CLIP 343SB TH400 64 C10 SWB 406SB TH400 74 SUBURBAN 454BB TH400 78 K10 SWB 350 TH350 6" ON 35" BFG MUD 71 K5 350 W/ TBI 700R4 6" ON 38" BFG MUD 00 K3500 DRW BIG BLOCK "DRINKING PRBLM"

02-19-2013, 08:08 PM	#6
jaros44sr Senior Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Philadelphia, Pa. 19454 Posts: 9,761	Re: New 1972 Blazer---Original Ochre Paint Thing looks pretty dang sweet the way it is....im not a paint guy, but can you just add another coat of ochre on top. Id drive the heck outta it, hows the mechanicals and saftety stuff? Good luck with it __________________ 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

02-19-2013, 08:07 PM	#7
jimcover Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Modesto, CA Posts: 35	Re: New 1972 Blazer---Original Ochre Paint 2 votes no paint, 1 vote paint. hey nick, I actually bought this blazer from a guy outta Sactown...Originally came out of Placerville I think! __________________ 1970 4x4 shortbed Restored "ACNICE1" 1972 4x4 Blazer Ochre Original "KCNICE1"

02-19-2013, 08:15 PM	#8
jimcover Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Modesto, CA Posts: 35	Re: New 1972 Blazer---Original Ochre Paint The Motor sounds good, but had problems with the carbuerator. I took it to the guy that did my 1970 sb, and he solved the problem right away. Something to do with the choke and causing it to flood out. He's gonna tweak a few more things, and fix a couple of leaks, and it should be good to go...Steering seems smooth, brakes are good... __________________ 1970 4x4 shortbed Restored "ACNICE1" 1972 4x4 Blazer Ochre Original "KCNICE1"

02-19-2013, 08:51 PM	#9
RANDAL Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH Posts: 396	Re: New 1972 Blazer---Original Ochre Paint keep it original color, Maybe 2 inch lift thats what I would do. Also nice blazer

02-19-2013, 09:01 PM	#10
NuBomb Registered User Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Canton, Georgia, USA Posts: 1,119	Re: New 1972 Blazer---Original Ochre Paint I really like it the way it is. I wouldn't do anything that couldn't be undone. Drive and enjoy. __________________ Jeremy (NUBOMB) 72K5 CST 350/350/205 1951 Chevy 1/2 ton North Georgia Group "... And the first rule to being a man is you gotta spend your life doing crap you don't wanna do." Red Forman.

02-19-2013, 09:16 PM	#11
jimcover Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Modesto, CA Posts: 35	Re: New 1972 Blazer---Original Ochre Paint I know the back end sags a bit. I don't know if that is because of the weight of the top, or just worn out springs...This is my first blazer and I'm pretty fired up!!!! __________________ 1970 4x4 shortbed Restored "ACNICE1" 1972 4x4 Blazer Ochre Original "KCNICE1"

02-19-2013, 09:18 PM	#12
jimcover Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Modesto, CA Posts: 35	Re: New 1972 Blazer---Original Ochre Paint I'm definitely gonna keep it the original color. I actually like the ochre. Will probably enjoy it as is for a year or so, then possibly repaint... __________________ 1970 4x4 shortbed Restored "ACNICE1" 1972 4x4 Blazer Ochre Original "KCNICE1"

02-19-2013, 09:33 PM	#13
my71gmc Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Lake City MN Posts: 221	Re: New 1972 Blazer---Original Ochre Paint I love the ochre color!!! I found my Jimmy in Calif, and am having the same questions to paint or not.... The first day after I received it, I was taking it into town and had a front wheel fall off (loose lugs). The damaged fender is driving me crazy, as I would lean towards leaving it the original paint. If I do repaint, I may have it painted sort of a flat ochre to simulate the 40+ years of sun....

02-19-2013, 09:56 PM	#14
briank Registered User Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Leland, Il Posts: 1,503	Re: New 1972 Blazer---Original Ochre Paint Wow, great K5. I would just enjoy it the way it is ,not often to find an original one and Im a fan of Ochre also. Posted via Mobile Device

02-19-2013, 10:24 PM	#15
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,038	Re: New 1972 Blazer---Original Ochre Paint Very nice looking ride! __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

02-19-2013, 10:31 PM	#16
TexasJimmy Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Friendswood,Texas Posts: 238	Re: New 1972 Blazer---Original Ochre Paint It is what it is. And it's a sweet looking K5! Posted via Mobile Device __________________ "It is, what it is" K5 NV 71' Blazer CST 84' GMC Jimmy-SOLD 2008 Suburban LTZ



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02-19-2013, 10:52 PM	#17
landy Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: alb, nm Posts: 413	Re: New 1972 Blazer---Original Ochre Paint I've got a'72, original, same color, too. I don't really like the color, but will keep it as I like the original look. It may kinda grow on you eventually.

02-19-2013, 11:44 PM	#18
Mint68 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Nebraska Posts: 762	Re: New 1972 Blazer---Original Ochre Paint That is a super nice looking blazer. LEAVE IT ALONE!! It is easy to find a painted modified blazer, super hard/imposible to find one as nice looking and untouched as that. Last edited by Mint68; 02-19-2013 at 11:45 PM. Reason: .

02-20-2013, 12:17 AM	#19
BLUE THUNDER Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: San Antonio Posts: 993	Re: New 1972 Blazer---Original Ochre Paint Sweet Blazer!!! I'd leave it alone and drive it. Good color too........

02-20-2013, 01:25 PM	#20
67swb72klb Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: livingston co.mi Posts: 2,471	Re: New 1972 Blazer---Original Ochre Paint i couldnt do anything to it is perfect well maybe turn the white letters in but thats just me thats a nice find ! __________________ California 65 GTO---Texas 64 burb 283 ---Oklahoma 67 CST SWB BBW wood bed 327 2004r---New Mexico 72 k10 350 350 auto---Georga 72 short step project

02-20-2013, 03:23 PM	#21
SACRAMENTO 71 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 242	Re: New 1972 Blazer---Original Ochre Paint I might have looked at that truck in Placerville??? Does it have a 383 stroker with a manual? The one I looked at in PV had some custom racks in the back and the owner was the old auto shop teacher at Elk Grove High School. __________________ 68 C10 SWB W/ 72 FRONT CLIP 343SB TH400 64 C10 SWB 406SB TH400 74 SUBURBAN 454BB TH400 78 K10 SWB 350 TH350 6" ON 35" BFG MUD 71 K5 350 W/ TBI 700R4 6" ON 38" BFG MUD 00 K3500 DRW BIG BLOCK "DRINKING PRBLM"

02-20-2013, 11:59 PM	#22
best view Registered User Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: newbury new hampsire Posts: 2,153	Re: New 1972 Blazer---Original Ochre Paint dont paint keep it original get another and paint that one you never have enough what if ones in the shop and its a nice day you have to plan ahead for this stuff

02-21-2013, 01:18 AM	#23
Jdubs71 Registered User Join Date: May 2012 Location: Sanger, CA Posts: 415	Re: New 1972 Blazer---Original Ochre Paint leave the paint, add a 4" lift with 33's __________________ 71 K5, AC/Tilt, 4" lift 33" tires 5.3L/4L60E/NP 205 (Under Construction) 05 Dodge 2500 4x4 5.9 Cummins (Daily driver) "Common sense is not so common" My build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=555879

02-22-2013, 12:12 AM	#25
69-72 Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: 204 Posts: 903	Re: New 1972 Blazer---Original Ochre Paint It's only original once. It's easier to enjoy and use like it is It has more of a personality like it is Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1969 Chevy Custom Camper 3/4 ton Rust free survivor 1972 Chevy Blazer CST 4x4 Almost Rust free survivor 1972 GMC Jimmy 2wd Undergoing surgery

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