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moodyholler · 12-04-2003, 10:19 PM

I have a 72 cst blazer 350 goodwrench motor ,th350 and 3.73 rear gears 4x4. It is a gas guzzler!!!!!!!!!!!!! Purchased edelbrock performer intake, and carb, and Hei. Someone has told me timing gears are not straight up in these motors. They are retarded,is that true? Will straight up gears help?I also wish to change to a new venture 4500 5 speed as I know this will help a lot. Does any one know of an adapter for the transfer case? I also need a set of original front buckets. I have good brackets but a NEWER set of IROC seats are mounted. A final question, the fiberglass top and tail gate are junk on my blazer. Can they be repaired or do I just order a soft top for it? Thanks in advance for any help. Moodyholler. PS I am also parting out two 68 short beds, 1chevy and one gmc, 70 blazer most all parts gone except for fair tub, and a 72 lwb. All trucks are 6 cyl. 3 speedds.

mkmiller1 · 12-04-2003, 11:13 PM

Welcome to the board! You'll find lots of parts around here, but location on the bigger stuff like a top is usually the kicker.
Try www.advanceadapters.com for any tranny/transfer bracket you might need.

Matthew

Leinie · 12-05-2003, 12:48 AM

It's a 30 year old 4000# 4x4 with a V8 and a slushbox tranny. It is ALWAYS going to be a gas guzzler !

Welcome to the board-- I have two just like yours !

The NV4500 might be a nice addition, but I doubt you'll see milage gains significant enough to justify the time and expense of shoehorning it in your Blazer.

If you drive alot and are really concerned about mpg, get a Volkswagon TDI .

If you want an old truck, get used to paying for lots of gas.

It might be easier, cheaper and less hassle to swap in one of your 6 cyl 3 speed drive trains.

As far as the topper is concerned- they come up for sale here periodically. Look for a single wall . ! Hatches are available aftermarket but expensive. ($400-$450 I believe.)

I'd check with a boat repair place to see if your stuff is repairable.
Don't just check Marina's, ask some boat type people to help find SOME GUY who does side work. They are out there in more ways than one (lot's of fumes in boat work )

I don't mean to sound like a smart a$$, but I've been going down this path for a while. I'm just trying to tell it like it is. Best of luck to you, keep us posted and include pictures . ( We love pictures , Trucks, Blazers, Burbs and Babes and Boats and Bikes and ......)

K5Hokie · 12-05-2003, 01:07 AM

Welcome to the board, at least you live in the 'Noke where gas is relatively cheap.

JayDubBlazer · 12-05-2003, 05:16 AM

Welcome to the board and the never ending struggle.
Do yo drive a truck that looks cool as he!! and pay the gas or drive a dodge stratus.

72 Blazerman · 12-05-2003, 07:11 PM

Hello Moodyholler, do you still have the transfer case from the 70 Blazer, and is it the Dana 20 case? Please let me know.

Doug

moodyholler · 12-05-2003, 08:06 PM

No driveline parts left. I am in the process of trading for a 70 driveline no body parts will check it out when I recieve it. moodyholler

bouncytruck · 12-06-2003, 12:15 AM

Welcome to the board from the Pacific Northwest. You might see some MPG gains on the highway if you add an overdrive or maybe fuel injection. There are a couple of guys getting in the 17mpg range with their K5's (I think BobbyK said he was getting in that range.) I'm getting in the 6-8 mpg range, but I have 35's, 4:10's and a pretty big cam. My carb needs some help so I'm sure I could see some improvements after replacing that.

Post some pics of your rig(s) when you get a chance!

FRENCHBLUE72 · 12-06-2003, 12:56 AM

Welcome to the board I am getting 9 to the gallon these thing's are heavy!!!!!

BobbyK · 12-06-2003, 03:16 AM

Stock 20 gallon tank,TPI,RV cam,700R4,33"rubber with 3:73 gears, I average 13-16mpg.
It all depends on how hard I am on the gas pedal.:p

moodyholler · 12-06-2003, 12:03 PM

HD front axle,posi front and rear,ps,pb,tilt,tach,factory rollbar,and spare tire,gas can carrier on rear.350 goodwrench,th350,3.73's

Paul72 · 12-06-2003, 11:49 PM

Nice rig!

Welcome from MN!

If you got nothing to do someday, I'd like the dimensions and location of that factory rollbar - I'm going to make my own but want the factory look.

Thanks!

Paul

67-72JUNKY · 12-07-2003, 02:27 AM

DO U HAVE ANY PIC OF BLAZER BODY U HAVE 4 SALE IF SO PLEASE POST

**jamie72** · 12-07-2003, 09:33 PM

mooodyholler sent you a pm.
btw nice blazer!!!!!

12-04-2003, 10:19 PM	#1
moodyholler Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Roanoke,Virginia Posts: 179	1972 Blazer need help!!!!!!!!!! I have a 72 cst blazer 350 goodwrench motor ,th350 and 3.73 rear gears 4x4. It is a gas guzzler!!!!!!!!!!!!! Purchased edelbrock performer intake, and carb, and Hei. Someone has told me timing gears are not straight up in these motors. They are retarded,is that true? Will straight up gears help?I also wish to change to a new venture 4500 5 speed as I know this will help a lot. Does any one know of an adapter for the transfer case? I also need a set of original front buckets. I have good brackets but a NEWER set of IROC seats are mounted. A final question, the fiberglass top and tail gate are junk on my blazer. Can they be repaired or do I just order a soft top for it? Thanks in advance for any help. Moodyholler. PS I am also parting out two 68 short beds, 1chevy and one gmc, 70 blazer most all parts gone except for fair tub, and a 72 lwb. All trucks are 6 cyl. 3 speedds.

12-04-2003, 11:13 PM	#2
mkmiller1 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: Magnolia, Arkansas Posts: 1,091	Welcome to the board! You'll find lots of parts around here, but location on the bigger stuff like a top is usually the kicker. Try www.advanceadapters.com for any tranny/transfer bracket you might need. Matthew __________________ GOD is good...All the time! '71 swb custom10 barn find-68K original miles 72 K5 CST rust bucket, but runs and drives 84K miles

12-05-2003, 05:16 AM	#5
JayDubBlazer go cyclones Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Ames, IA Posts: 1,885	Welcome to the board and the never ending struggle. Do yo drive a truck that looks cool as he!! and pay the gas or drive a dodge stratus. __________________ Wes PROJECT OLE GREEN 1972 Blazer 4X4 350/700R4 2017 Silverado LT

12-05-2003, 07:11 PM	#6
72 Blazerman Chevelle Nutt Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Fredericksburg, Va. Posts: 204	Hello Moodyholler, do you still have the transfer case from the 70 Blazer, and is it the Dana 20 case? Please let me know. Doug __________________ 71 CST Blazer 4X4, 350, on da tree 81 Blazer 2wd 350 350 99 F*** Ranger, I know, I know but it's cheap transportation 83 Mustang GT 5.0 4 speed loaded "got cubic inch?"

12-05-2003, 08:06 PM	#7
moodyholler Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Roanoke,Virginia Posts: 179	No driveline parts left. I am in the process of trading for a 70 driveline no body parts will check it out when I recieve it. moodyholler __________________ 1998 WRANGLER I-6 auto 1972 LWB FLEETSIDE 1968 GMC SWB STEPSIDE 1994 C-1500 SWB 4.3 5 SPD

12-05-2003, 12:48 AM	#3
Leinie Registered User Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: USA Posts: 2,613	It's a 30 year old 4000# 4x4 with a V8 and a slushbox tranny. It is ALWAYS going to be a gas guzzler ! Welcome to the board-- I have two just like yours ! The NV4500 might be a nice addition, but I doubt you'll see milage gains significant enough to justify the time and expense of shoehorning it in your Blazer. If you drive alot and are really concerned about mpg, get a Volkswagon TDI . If you want an old truck, get used to paying for lots of gas. It might be easier, cheaper and less hassle to swap in one of your 6 cyl 3 speed drive trains. As far as the topper is concerned- they come up for sale here periodically. Look for a single wall . ! Hatches are available aftermarket but expensive. ($400-$450 I believe.) I'd check with a boat repair place to see if your stuff is repairable. Don't just check Marina's, ask some boat type people to help find SOME GUY who does side work. They are out there in more ways than one (lot's of fumes in boat work ) I don't mean to sound like a smart a$$, but I've been going down this path for a while. I'm just trying to tell it like it is. Best of luck to you, keep us posted and include pictures . ( We love pictures , Trucks, Blazers, Burbs and Babes and Boats and Bikes and ......)

12-05-2003, 01:07 AM	#4
K5Hokie Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Ararat, VA Posts: 77	Welcome to the board, at least you live in the 'Noke where gas is relatively cheap.

12-06-2003, 12:15 AM	#8
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,049	Welcome to the board from the Pacific Northwest. You might see some MPG gains on the highway if you add an overdrive or maybe fuel injection. There are a couple of guys getting in the 17mpg range with their K5's (I think BobbyK said he was getting in that range.) I'm getting in the 6-8 mpg range, but I have 35's, 4:10's and a pretty big cam. My carb needs some help so I'm sure I could see some improvements after replacing that. Post some pics of your rig(s) when you get a chance! __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

12-06-2003, 12:56 AM	#9
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,608	Welcome to the board I am getting 9 to the gallon these thing's are heavy!!!!! __________________ 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..

12-06-2003, 03:16 AM	#10
BobbyK Registered User Join Date: May 2000 Location: Petrolia,Ontario,Canada but working in Port Huron,Mi. Posts: 1,771	Stock 20 gallon tank,TPI,RV cam,700R4,33"rubber with 3:73 gears, I average 13-16mpg. It all depends on how hard I am on the gas pedal.:p __________________ 71 blazer,350SBC,approx.375HP,700R4,factory GM TPI.Dual electric fans,33x12.5x15 ATR on stock suspension. Petrolia,Ontario,Canada but working in Port Huron,MI. See ALL my Blazer pic's HERE

12-06-2003, 12:03 PM	#11
moodyholler Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Roanoke,Virginia Posts: 179	Here are some pictures. HD front axle,posi front and rear,ps,pb,tilt,tach,factory rollbar,and spare tire,gas can carrier on rear.350 goodwrench,th350,3.73's Attached Images __________________ 1998 WRANGLER I-6 auto 1972 LWB FLEETSIDE 1968 GMC SWB STEPSIDE 1994 C-1500 SWB 4.3 5 SPD

12-06-2003, 11:49 PM	#12
Paul72 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Waterloo, IA Posts: 1,147	Nice rig! Welcome from MN! If you got nothing to do someday, I'd like the dimensions and location of that factory rollbar - I'm going to make my own but want the factory look. Thanks! Paul __________________ '72 Chevy K20 - 383/4sp/205 - SOLD after 41 years in the family Next project - K/5 Tahoe (71 Blazer on 99 Tahoe chassis) Build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=789958

12-07-2003, 02:27 AM	#13
67-72JUNKY Registered User Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: SALISBURY MARYLAND Posts: 61	DO U HAVE ANY PIC OF BLAZER BODY U HAVE 4 SALE IF SO PLEASE POST

12-07-2003, 09:33 PM	#14
jamie72 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: madison indiana Posts: 3,839	mooodyholler sent you a pm. btw nice blazer!!!!! __________________ jamie72 72 BB cheyenne -- Restoration getting started.. member #807 http://www.myspace.com/whitetailobsession www.antlertalk.com



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