Project Patches - Page 2 - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**Ron 586** · 11-01-2009, 02:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jamie72

look like someone had a 67-68 parts truck, and used them on the blazer...
congrats on the blazer Ron hope to see it in person sometime!

I'm sure you'll see it at one of the events that is on tap for next year. If not we'll have to prod Huck into having another yard sale.

**Ron 586** · 11-05-2009, 03:28 AM

What has all this got to do with project patches? This 71 farm truck was a craigslist find. The engine and trans are going into the 78 black step to bring it back to life. The front cross member and rear axle will go under the blazer to get it back to where it was when it left the factory. (1/2 ton 5 lug) The cab is going on my 3/4 ton. The bed will find its way on one of the old trucks after I replace the right side bedside. Not earth shaking news for sure except, this is the first thing that I have had a hands on part in for 3+ years. I have hired a 40 year old out of work carpenter to help me. He has not done any mechanic work so going is slow but at least its going. Here's a few pics of our last couple of days progress.

vtblazer · 11-05-2009, 07:44 AM

Sorting out is the first step, your on your way now.

Good to see sunshine, Nov. in VT doesn't produce much vitamin D.

**Ron 586** · 11-05-2009, 09:49 AM

This morning it's 39 outside so futher washing will take place around noon. We have plenty to keep us busy this morning.

72BlckButy · 11-05-2009, 09:53 AM

Nice progress Ron, keep at it!

**lks dcvn** · 11-06-2009, 11:29 AM

- making some progress is always good.

Keep up the good work!

meathead95 · 11-09-2009, 07:03 PM

anymore progress ron?

**Ron 586** · 11-09-2009, 08:51 PM

Nothing to report at this time. I have to get the Black 78 short step up and running first. Then I can go to work on mine. I have had a major setback as Mark,my hired help got put in jail. I have a congested chest and coughing my head off. When I get better and/or Mark gets out of jail maybe we can move forward.

vtblazer · 11-09-2009, 10:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ron 586

Nothing to report at this time. I have to get the Black 78 short step up and running first. Then I can go to work on mine. I have had a major setback as Mark,my hired help got put in jail. I have a congested chest and coughing my head off. When I get better and/or Mark gets out of jail maybe we can move forward.

Why did he get tossed in to pokey?

**Ron 586** · 11-10-2009, 02:04 AM

I don't want to write a book so will leave it at this.............he loves my oldest stepdaughter and she's an idiot. End of story.

vtblazer · 11-10-2009, 06:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ron 586

I don't want to write a book so will leave it at this.............he loves my oldest stepdaughter and she's an idiot. End of story.

I should of known better, not my place to ask...sorry x 2.

1 for askin' and 2 for the situation.

meathead95 · 01-28-2010, 10:37 PM

im fixin to start on mine too ron. i got a new ece drop for it 20x10 for the rear and 18x8.5 for the front and a 5.3l/4l60e and a fuelcell guy tank for it..... i may have a decent tub floor for you if your interested...

**Ron 586** · 03-31-2010, 11:07 PM

Don't pay the ransom I've escaped. I had hoped to be futher along than I am but I'm not. We are having a meet at my place April 10 so we are only 10 days away. The Blazer will be the project of the day. Planned are a complete suspension change and installing the 350 engine and 700R4 trans. How much gets done depends on how many show up and if they want to work or talk. It's been a while coming but it's the Blazer's turn for some love. Stay tuned.................

meathead95 · 04-01-2010, 08:15 AM

where is the meet post? got room for 1 more?

**lks dcvn** · 04-01-2010, 09:41 AM

Sounds like a good time Ron - keep us posted with updates and plenty of pix!

**Ron 586** · 04-01-2010, 08:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by meathead95

where is the meet post? got room for 1 more?

Yep bring it on. It's posted on here and on the TNCTC board. Don't have a clue who or how many will be here but we'll play the hand we're dealt. You know you are welcome here anytime.

meathead95 · 04-01-2010, 11:03 PM

thanks ron. what time does it start? i have a good blazer back floor and a decent front floor if you need it for your blazer im fixin to sell it.

**Ron 586** · 04-02-2010, 12:00 AM

It starts at 8am but I'll have folks here before that. Going to cook about 1pm. Just come when you get ready. PM me your number and we'll talk about your parts.

**Ron 586** · 04-11-2010, 06:42 PM

Pics from the Blazer Thrash.

**Ron 586** · 04-11-2010, 06:47 PM

More Pics

**Ron 586** · 04-11-2010, 06:53 PM

More Pics.

72BlckButy · 04-11-2010, 06:59 PM

Great pics Ron; I've been wondering about this project.

Nice progress!

VA72C10 · 04-11-2010, 07:20 PM

Looks like a lot of work was completed and a lot of fun was had!

meathead95 · 04-11-2010, 10:41 PM

lookin good ron. if you could send me some garage pics to meathead95@hotmail.com i want to show them to the father in law

**lks dcvn** · 04-12-2010, 11:07 AM

Nice progress Ron [and the gang] - that is a lot done for one day.

Congrats - what is left to do now?

11-05-2009, 03:28 AM	#2
Ron 586 RIP Mr Ron Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Big Sandy, Tn. 38221 Posts: 8,150	Re: Project Patches What has all this got to do with project patches? This 71 farm truck was a craigslist find. The engine and trans are going into the 78 black step to bring it back to life. The front cross member and rear axle will go under the blazer to get it back to where it was when it left the factory. (1/2 ton 5 lug) The cab is going on my 3/4 ton. The bed will find its way on one of the old trucks after I replace the right side bedside. Not earth shaking news for sure except, this is the first thing that I have had a hands on part in for 3+ years. I have hired a 40 year old out of work carpenter to help me. He has not done any mechanic work so going is slow but at least its going. Here's a few pics of our last couple of days progress. __________________ Ron (Mr Round Tuit) Be kinder than necessary, for everyone you meet is fighting some kind of battle TN Message Forum TN Facebook Group SETN Truck Show My Photobucket

11-05-2009, 07:44 AM	#3
vtblazer Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Central Vermont Posts: 8,537	Re: Project Patches Sorting out is the first step, your on your way now. Good to see sunshine, Nov. in VT doesn't produce much vitamin D.

11-05-2009, 09:49 AM	#4
Ron 586 RIP Mr Ron Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Big Sandy, Tn. 38221 Posts: 8,150	Re: Project Patches This morning it's 39 outside so futher washing will take place around noon. We have plenty to keep us busy this morning. __________________ Ron (Mr Round Tuit) Be kinder than necessary, for everyone you meet is fighting some kind of battle TN Message Forum TN Facebook Group SETN Truck Show My Photobucket

11-05-2009, 09:53 AM	#5
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Project Patches Nice progress Ron, keep at it! __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

11-06-2009, 11:29 AM	#6
lks dcvn Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Columbus, Ohio Posts: 4,348	Re: Project Patches - making some progress is always good. Keep up the good work!

11-09-2009, 07:03 PM	#7
meathead95 computer illiterate Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Des Moines, IA Posts: 6,440	Re: Project Patches anymore progress ron? __________________ 72 2wd blazer 72 swb 4x4

11-09-2009, 08:51 PM	#8
Ron 586 RIP Mr Ron Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Big Sandy, Tn. 38221 Posts: 8,150	Re: Project Patches Nothing to report at this time. I have to get the Black 78 short step up and running first. Then I can go to work on mine. I have had a major setback as Mark,my hired help got put in jail. I have a congested chest and coughing my head off. When I get better and/or Mark gets out of jail maybe we can move forward. __________________ Ron (Mr Round Tuit) Be kinder than necessary, for everyone you meet is fighting some kind of battle TN Message Forum TN Facebook Group SETN Truck Show My Photobucket

11-10-2009, 02:04 AM	#10
Ron 586 RIP Mr Ron Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Big Sandy, Tn. 38221 Posts: 8,150	Re: Project Patches I don't want to write a book so will leave it at this.............he loves my oldest stepdaughter and she's an idiot. End of story. __________________ Ron (Mr Round Tuit) Be kinder than necessary, for everyone you meet is fighting some kind of battle TN Message Forum TN Facebook Group SETN Truck Show My Photobucket

01-28-2010, 10:37 PM	#12
meathead95 computer illiterate Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Des Moines, IA Posts: 6,440	Re: Project Patches im fixin to start on mine too ron. i got a new ece drop for it 20x10 for the rear and 18x8.5 for the front and a 5.3l/4l60e and a fuelcell guy tank for it..... i may have a decent tub floor for you if your interested... __________________ 72 2wd blazer 72 swb 4x4

03-31-2010, 11:07 PM	#13
Ron 586 RIP Mr Ron Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Big Sandy, Tn. 38221 Posts: 8,150	Re: Project Patches Don't pay the ransom I've escaped. I had hoped to be futher along than I am but I'm not. We are having a meet at my place April 10 so we are only 10 days away. The Blazer will be the project of the day. Planned are a complete suspension change and installing the 350 engine and 700R4 trans. How much gets done depends on how many show up and if they want to work or talk. It's been a while coming but it's the Blazer's turn for some love. Stay tuned................. __________________ Ron (Mr Round Tuit) Be kinder than necessary, for everyone you meet is fighting some kind of battle TN Message Forum TN Facebook Group SETN Truck Show My Photobucket

04-01-2010, 08:15 AM	#14
meathead95 computer illiterate Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Des Moines, IA Posts: 6,440	Re: Project Patches where is the meet post? got room for 1 more? __________________ 72 2wd blazer 72 swb 4x4

04-01-2010, 09:41 AM	#15
lks dcvn Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Columbus, Ohio Posts: 4,348	Re: Project Patches Sounds like a good time Ron - keep us posted with updates and plenty of pix!

04-01-2010, 11:03 PM	#17
meathead95 computer illiterate Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Des Moines, IA Posts: 6,440	Re: Project Patches thanks ron. what time does it start? i have a good blazer back floor and a decent front floor if you need it for your blazer im fixin to sell it. __________________ 72 2wd blazer 72 swb 4x4

04-02-2010, 12:00 AM	#18
Ron 586 RIP Mr Ron Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Big Sandy, Tn. 38221 Posts: 8,150	Re: Project Patches It starts at 8am but I'll have folks here before that. Going to cook about 1pm. Just come when you get ready. PM me your number and we'll talk about your parts. __________________ Ron (Mr Round Tuit) Be kinder than necessary, for everyone you meet is fighting some kind of battle TN Message Forum TN Facebook Group SETN Truck Show My Photobucket

04-11-2010, 06:42 PM	#19
Ron 586 RIP Mr Ron Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Big Sandy, Tn. 38221 Posts: 8,150	Re: Project Patches Pics from the Blazer Thrash. __________________ Ron (Mr Round Tuit) Be kinder than necessary, for everyone you meet is fighting some kind of battle TN Message Forum TN Facebook Group SETN Truck Show My Photobucket



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04-11-2010, 06:47 PM	#20
Ron 586 RIP Mr Ron Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Big Sandy, Tn. 38221 Posts: 8,150	Re: Project Patches More Pics __________________ Ron (Mr Round Tuit) Be kinder than necessary, for everyone you meet is fighting some kind of battle TN Message Forum TN Facebook Group SETN Truck Show My Photobucket

04-11-2010, 06:53 PM	#21
Ron 586 RIP Mr Ron Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Big Sandy, Tn. 38221 Posts: 8,150	Re: Project Patches More Pics. __________________ Ron (Mr Round Tuit) Be kinder than necessary, for everyone you meet is fighting some kind of battle TN Message Forum TN Facebook Group SETN Truck Show My Photobucket

04-11-2010, 06:59 PM	#22
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Project Patches Great pics Ron; I've been wondering about this project. Nice progress! __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

04-11-2010, 07:20 PM	#23
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,267	Re: Project Patches Looks like a lot of work was completed and a lot of fun was had! __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

04-11-2010, 10:41 PM	#24
meathead95 computer illiterate Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Des Moines, IA Posts: 6,440	Re: Project Patches lookin good ron. if you could send me some garage pics to meathead95@hotmail.com i want to show them to the father in law __________________ 72 2wd blazer 72 swb 4x4

04-12-2010, 11:07 AM	#25
lks dcvn Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Columbus, Ohio Posts: 4,348	Re: Project Patches Nice progress Ron [and the gang] - that is a lot done for one day. Congrats - what is left to do now? Last edited by lks dcvn; 04-12-2010 at 11:07 AM.

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