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redz 1970 K5 · 01-06-2005, 12:38 AM

It's really anytime I get into something, I find a 1/2 assed job.

Bad News- I keep finding stuff
Good News- I keep fixing it, and making it RIGHT; things are running out...

So, took the K5 to a good friend to get the front bumper mounts raised for the body lift. I already knew the rear axle was slightly off center, indicating a kingpin is worn or sheered. He pointed out that the front axle was also off a touch, and is probably in need of kingpins as well. No biggie... I am swapping springs and blocks soon. Unfortunately, we also discovered the passenger side of the frame up front by the spring mount is tweaked a bit. It's not major, but will need attention soon.

It's gonna need to go to a frame shop and be pushed straight, and then have a support welded in place. On terms of severity, I would say 4-5 out of 10. What do you guys think some minor frame work with some minor strengthening would cost?

A little surprise the PO made no mention about.

On a side note, I think I am getting pretty close to no more surprises here...

LUV2XCLR8 · 01-06-2005, 05:07 PM

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Originally Posted by redz 1970 K5

It's gonna need to go to a frame shop and be pushed straight, and then have a support welded in place. On terms of severity, I would say 4-5 out of 10.

DUDE, THAT SUCKS A$$, AS FOR COST, NOT SURE, BUT IT WON'T BE FREE

bouncytruck · 01-06-2005, 05:51 PM

Does suck indeed. I doubt it will be cheap. Ya might consider a frame swap. It would be a good way to do a ground up resto.

redz 1970 K5 · 01-06-2005, 06:04 PM

Oh boy... I have thought about it fellas... I just got a referral to a well respected frame guy that specializes in trucks and dune buggies.

I would say if the cost goes over, say $400-500, that could be the catalyst for a new frame. Dang you Bouncytruck, now I have that idea in the back of my mind...

I want to delay my frame off if possible, because with 2 young kids and a busy job I just can't spare the time. It will end up in my garage for 5 years, and when I finish, it will be too nice to beat up. I like it in a slightly rough state... Is that weird? So if the kids accidentally scratch it up, or I kick a rock up I don't jump out of my skin...

vtblazer · 01-06-2005, 06:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bouncytruck

Does suck indeed. I doubt it will be cheap. Ya might consider a frame swap. It would be a good way to do a ground up resto.

To bad your way over there...

I have a really nice frame sitting here thats for sale.

redz 1970 K5 · 01-06-2005, 06:16 PM

Can't you just put that in a FedEx box and ship it here?

That's one reason I never cared about Vermont. It's too dang far away.

East End K5 · 01-06-2005, 06:27 PM

Damn, that frame does look nice. What are ya asking for it? Are you selling that whole package? i.e engine tranny, wheels etc.?

vtblazer · 01-06-2005, 06:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by East End K5

Damn, that frame does look nice. What are ya asking for it? Are you selling that whole package? i.e engine tranny, wheels etc.?

That pic is over a year old now, frame and suspension are still together but engine & tranny have been removed. Engine was put into my 71 blazer but I have another good crate 350 for sale. Tranny and t-case are sitting in my garage.
Lets not hi-jack the thread, if you have more questions please either send me a pm or an e-mail, thanks.

triaddelec@trans-video.net

bouncytruck · 01-06-2005, 06:40 PM

you could probably ship that frame accross the country for less than the $400-500.

redz 1970 K5 · 01-06-2005, 06:54 PM

What service do you think? I have freighted from New York to San Diego for $350 before, but that was wheels and tires, not a huge frame... Plus, I am sure VT Blazer will actually want money for the frame, so that would put my up a bit.

bouncytruck · 01-06-2005, 07:58 PM

I forgot that VT might want some $ for the frame. That's a very excellent point. If you are considering it, talk to LUV. He shipped his Blazer (GQ) from CA to OK. He had to pay extra because of the height and all the extra parts.

LUV2XCLR8 · 01-06-2005, 08:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bouncytruck

If you are considering it, talk to LUV. He shipped his Blazer (GQ) from CA to OK. He had to pay extra because of the height and all the extra parts.

I PAID OUT THE A$$, BUT @ ALMOST 90" TALL

, MY PRICE WAS
ELEVATED, IF YOU CATCH MY DRIFT, I WOULD CONSIDER, IF YOU ARE
NOT IN A HURRY, TRYING THIS SIGHT, DEFFINATELY CHEAPER THAN
ANY TRANSPORT COMPANY, HOWEVER IT MAY TAKE A WHILE TO GET
A LOAD SCHEDULED, MOSTLY OLD RETIRED GUYS MAKING AN EXTRA $

http://www.ytmag.com/cgi-bin/haulquery.pl

01-06-2005, 12:38 AM	#1
redz 1970 K5 OBS guy Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: SoCal Posts: 1,060	*DANG! Another wonderful PO surprise... F&$^$IN PO It's really anytime I get into something, I find a 1/2 assed job. Bad News- I keep finding stuff Good News- I keep fixing it, and making it RIGHT; things are running out... So, took the K5 to a good friend to get the front bumper mounts raised for the body lift. I already knew the rear axle was slightly off center, indicating a kingpin is worn or sheered. He pointed out that the front axle was also off a touch, and is probably in need of kingpins as well. No biggie... I am swapping springs and blocks soon. Unfortunately, we also discovered the passenger side of the frame up front by the spring mount is tweaked a bit. It's not major, but will need attention soon. It's gonna need to go to a frame shop and be pushed straight, and then have a support welded in place. On terms of severity, I would say 4-5 out of 10. What do you guys think some minor frame work with some minor strengthening would cost? A little surprise the PO made no mention about. On a side note, I think I am getting pretty close to no more surprises here... __________________ 88 Suburban** Goodies- Alpine, Auto Meter, BDS, Bilstein, B&M, BFG, Borgeson, Bushwhacker, Cowl hood, Flowmaster, Genuine Gear, Holley, Infinity, JVC, K&N, MB Wheels, MSD, Pioneer, Skyjacker, Sony, Thorley, Walker + more

01-06-2005, 05:51 PM	#3
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,038	Does suck indeed. I doubt it will be cheap. Ya might consider a frame swap. It would be a good way to do a ground up resto. __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

01-06-2005, 06:04 PM	#4
redz 1970 K5 OBS guy Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: SoCal Posts: 1,060	Oh boy... I have thought about it fellas... I just got a referral to a well respected frame guy that specializes in trucks and dune buggies. I would say if the cost goes over, say $400-500, that could be the catalyst for a new frame. Dang you Bouncytruck, now I have that idea in the back of my mind... I want to delay my frame off if possible, because with 2 young kids and a busy job I just can't spare the time. It will end up in my garage for 5 years, and when I finish, it will be too nice to beat up. I like it in a slightly rough state... Is that weird? So if the kids accidentally scratch it up, or I kick a rock up I don't jump out of my skin... __________________ 88 Suburban Goodies- Alpine, Auto Meter, BDS, Bilstein, B&M, BFG, Borgeson, Bushwhacker, Cowl hood, Flowmaster, Genuine Gear, Holley, Infinity, JVC, K&N, MB Wheels, MSD, Pioneer, Skyjacker, Sony, Thorley, Walker + more

01-06-2005, 06:16 PM	#6
redz 1970 K5 OBS guy Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: SoCal Posts: 1,060	Can't you just put that in a FedEx box and ship it here? That's one reason I never cared about Vermont. It's too dang far away. __________________ 88 Suburban Goodies- Alpine, Auto Meter, BDS, Bilstein, B&M, BFG, Borgeson, Bushwhacker, Cowl hood, Flowmaster, Genuine Gear, Holley, Infinity, JVC, K&N, MB Wheels, MSD, Pioneer, Skyjacker, Sony, Thorley, Walker + more

01-06-2005, 06:27 PM	#7
East End K5 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Long Island NY Posts: 293	Damn, that frame does look nice. What are ya asking for it? Are you selling that whole package? i.e engine tranny, wheels etc.? __________________ I feel sorry for people who don't drink....because when they wake up in the morning, that's the best they're gonna feel all day long!---Frank Sinatra RIP [B]1972 Chevrolet K5 Blazer RIP 1986 GMC Sierra K3500 1TON, Long Box, V8350 RIP 1980 Chevy Silverado C30 Cab and Chassis, 454 TH400HD. RIP [B] 1995 Chevrolet Tahoe 2D [B]

01-06-2005, 06:40 PM	#9
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,038	you could probably ship that frame accross the country for less than the $400-500. __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

01-06-2005, 06:54 PM	#10
redz 1970 K5 OBS guy Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: SoCal Posts: 1,060	What service do you think? I have freighted from New York to San Diego for $350 before, but that was wheels and tires, not a huge frame... Plus, I am sure VT Blazer will actually want money for the frame, so that would put my up a bit. __________________ 88 Suburban Goodies- Alpine, Auto Meter, BDS, Bilstein, B&M, BFG, Borgeson, Bushwhacker, Cowl hood, Flowmaster, Genuine Gear, Holley, Infinity, JVC, K&N, MB Wheels, MSD, Pioneer, Skyjacker, Sony, Thorley, Walker + more

01-06-2005, 07:58 PM	#11
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,038	I forgot that VT might want some $ for the frame. That's a very excellent point. If you are considering it, talk to LUV. He shipped his Blazer (GQ) from CA to OK. He had to pay extra because of the height and all the extra parts. __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

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