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Bull72 · 04-30-2011, 07:46 PM

Things are moving along!!! I got my new COMP Cam & Lifters Kit yesterday! Can't wait to hear how my new beast is going to sound!

http://www.compperformancegroupstore...ode=CL12-243-3

Jtrux · 05-01-2011, 01:55 AM

That's gonna run!

99-LS1-SS · 05-01-2011, 07:55 AM

What's the duration and lift on it?

Jtrux · 05-01-2011, 01:10 PM

Linky

BLUE THUNDER · 05-01-2011, 09:57 PM

Daaaaayyuummmm!!!! Is that a Blazer or a hot rod????? Lookin good bro. I still nn to hook up w/you if still have those mirrors. We got my brothers Blazer running last weekend. It's time to hit the town.

99-LS1-SS · 05-01-2011, 10:00 PM

That ought to be a decent all around cam. I'm assuming it's going in a 350? You running a manual or auto?

Bull72 · 05-02-2011, 09:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 99-LS1-SS

That ought to be a decent all around cam. I'm assuming it's going in a 350? You running a manual or auto?

350 indeed! It is an automatic.

Quote:

Originally Posted by BLUE THUNDER

Daaaaayyuummmm!!!! Is that a Blazer or a hot rod????? Lookin good bro. I still nn to hook up w/you if still have those mirrors. We got my brothers Blazer running last weekend. It's time to hit the town.

I still got those mirrors in my blazer ready for you buddy! Sounds like we need to take a cruise pretty soon. I should have all my engine goodies under the hood in 6 weeks or so. I will be going to the Vintage Auto Air Open house as well. Are you going? I'm hoping it is like a car/truck show which is what I'm imagining, did you go last year?

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jtrux

That's gonna run!

I can't wait!

BLUE THUNDER · 05-02-2011, 11:37 PM

When is the V.A. open house. I'll head out there with you.

Bull72 · 05-03-2011, 11:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BLUE THUNDER

When is the V.A. open house. I'll head out there with you.

Sounds good... It is on Saturday 5/14, not sure what time but I imagine I will be heading out around 11 or 12?

BLUE THUNDER · 05-04-2011, 12:40 AM

I'll meet up with you and we'll cruise out togrther.

Bull72 · 05-20-2011, 12:24 AM

Good seeing you Mario! Enjoyed hanging out with the Yellow Thunder showing off the Blazers! Vintage Air Open House was a slick event! Here are some pics of my favorites!

Bull72 · 05-20-2011, 12:31 AM

Got my new timing chain, and valve covers. Here are the pictures of valve covers (painted) on the aluminum heads =)

Over the next week I should have the block painted the same orange to match the valve covers. My buddy is going to help me put everything on over the next couple weeks. More pictures to come once it is finished.

Still undecided on the air cleaner, any suggestions? Unsure if I should buy one and paint it the same color or if I should get it chrome. Also trying to decide if I want a round, triangular, or the long oval one.

Abel

*taank* · 05-20-2011, 12:54 AM

I do everything except engine and trans building.
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JayDubBlazer · 05-20-2011, 01:17 PM

I've done everything on mine but the body work and the internal engine/tranx(both crates). I enjoy working on it but I have changed a bit as I grown older. I have stopped doing all of my own oil changes, its just cheaper to take it to a drive through. I have a few quirks I need to get fixed (brakes and tranx) that i might not get the time to fix. I might have to get somebody else to fix it because I can't find the time to do it myself.

Bull72 · 05-21-2011, 06:41 PM

Decided to go with the round chrome edelbrock air cleaner, should top the EnduraShine performer manifold and Carb nicely

Dunenutt · 05-21-2011, 08:20 PM

That motor should breathe nicely!

I guess I have the skills, because I was raised poor. If I didn't fix it, I was walking! I scrounged parts for bicycles, and built them. Fast foreward... I have always had a heavy right foot, and until recently still broke. Even though I can afford it, I still do most everything myself. My current project, I did everything but build drivelines, and install the windsheild. I am hemmoraging Benjamins. So skills can lead to big bills.

ItsRandy · 05-22-2011, 11:50 PM

I'm a skills guy. The skill set I haven't picked up yet is body work and paint. Those are the skills I am working on now. I figure if someone else can do it I can too!! Besides, how bad can I screw it up? If I do then I will learn how to fix the screw too. "Your'e not a mechanic if you can't fix a screw up". I'm sure someone said that somewhere at someplace in time.

Burt4x4 · 05-23-2011, 10:09 AM

Nice BBC Randy!
Here is my 454, mine is all cast thou

ItsRandy · 05-23-2011, 11:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Burt4x4

Nice BBC Randy!
Here is my 454, mine is all cast thou

What accessory drive is that you are using? That's a wide belt. Thanks for the compliment on my motor...it even looks better now.

Burt4x4 · 05-24-2011, 09:54 AM

Love it!!

I took my front clip off when I stuffed my 454 in there too

Oh that belt I am using is a 1" Cog (positive drive) from Black Mountain
http://www.blackmountainprecision.com/

At the time I was getting my 454 tuned up, my alterator Vbelt set up was just not holding, especially offroad with a load on the engine, slippin and the belt getting hella hot. A buddy of mine had the 2" version on his 67 comaro.
The 1" solved all my issues. Direct drive cog belt so no slipping. Awesome!
I still use a Vbelt for my power steering pump.

Bull72 · 05-24-2011, 11:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ItsRandy

What accessory drive is that you are using? That's a wide belt. Thanks for the compliment on my motor...it even looks better now.

Awww chux Randy and Burt bringing out the big boys! They both look great fellas!

Bull72 · 05-25-2011, 12:47 AM

Got the block pulled out today, starter ring gear & flywheel need to be replaced as well.... more pics to come.

Burt4x4 · 05-25-2011, 10:43 AM

Ha! HellYa! BBCs For Life!

Bull72 · 05-31-2011, 07:46 PM

Got the dirty truth about the block today. (see pics below). The was head and manifold gaskets were all burnt up and worn, lots of friction and wearing of the rod bearings, and the valves/pistons are rusted over in certain spots.

This does however mean great news for the rebuild of my engine

Taking the block to the machine shop and he is going to let me know what he thinks possibly rebuilding it and maybe end up getting a new block.

Bull72 · 06-06-2011, 11:33 PM

Got the news from the machine shop, they have to go .60 over and should have it back any day now. Going with flat top Pistons and they are doing the new cam bearings, melling oil pump, and new rings. He said something about the crank as well, polishing or finishing and a few other things I didn't catch.

As I am waiting for the block I used it as a chance to order some more parts:
Got a chrome Edelbrock performer fuel pump, http://www.jegs.com/i/Edelbrock/350/1721/10002/-1
Jegs starter http://www.jegs.com/i/JEGS+Performan...10001/10002/-1
and chrome oil dipstick, and the flywheel Ring gear http://www.jegs.com/i/JEGS+Performan...60151/10002/-1

04-30-2011, 07:46 PM	#51
Bull72 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: San Antonio Tx Posts: 209	Re: Some guys have skills and some have bills Things are moving along!!! I got my new COMP Cam & Lifters Kit yesterday! Can't wait to hear how my new beast is going to sound! http://www.compperformancegroupstore...ode=CL12-243-3 Attached Images __________________ Thank you god for all your blessings! My mini build (I had a great starting point) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=440743

05-01-2011, 01:55 AM	#52
Jtrux I'm a poor spectator Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: San Antonio, Tx Posts: 2,287	Re: Some guys have skills and some have bills That's gonna run! __________________ 2006 Jeep Unlimited IMPACT ORANGE 1993 Chevy 2500 4x4 ExCab LWB 454/NV4500 Tow rig 1977 Ford F100 2x4 LWB 1st truck I owned, still have it!!! 1979 Ford F150 4x4 SWB Built Ford Tough!!! 1971 Chevy Blazer 350 / SM465 / NP205 UNDER CONSTRUCTION Soon to have a LQ4 6.0!!!

05-01-2011, 07:55 AM	#53
99-LS1-SS Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Oak Ridge NC Posts: 957	Re: Some guys have skills and some have bills What's the duration and lift on it?

05-01-2011, 01:10 PM	#54
Jtrux I'm a poor spectator Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: San Antonio, Tx Posts: 2,287	Re: Some guys have skills and some have bills Linky __________________ 2006 Jeep Unlimited IMPACT ORANGE 1993 Chevy 2500 4x4 ExCab LWB 454/NV4500 Tow rig 1977 Ford F100 2x4 LWB 1st truck I owned, still have it!!! 1979 Ford F150 4x4 SWB Built Ford Tough!!! 1971 Chevy Blazer 350 / SM465 / NP205 UNDER CONSTRUCTION Soon to have a LQ4 6.0!!!

05-01-2011, 09:57 PM	#55
BLUE THUNDER Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: San Antonio Posts: 993	Re: Some guys have skills and some have bills Daaaaayyuummmm!!!! Is that a Blazer or a hot rod????? Lookin good bro. I still nn to hook up w/you if still have those mirrors. We got my brothers Blazer running last weekend. It's time to hit the town.

05-01-2011, 10:00 PM	#56
99-LS1-SS Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Oak Ridge NC Posts: 957	Re: Some guys have skills and some have bills That ought to be a decent all around cam. I'm assuming it's going in a 350? You running a manual or auto?

05-02-2011, 11:37 PM	#58
BLUE THUNDER Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: San Antonio Posts: 993	Re: Some guys have skills and some have bills When is the V.A. open house. I'll head out there with you.

05-04-2011, 12:40 AM	#60
BLUE THUNDER Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: San Antonio Posts: 993	Re: Some guys have skills and some have bills I'll meet up with you and we'll cruise out togrther.

05-20-2011, 12:24 AM	#61
Bull72 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: San Antonio Tx Posts: 209	Re: Some guys have skills and some have bills Good seeing you Mario! Enjoyed hanging out with the Yellow Thunder showing off the Blazers! Vintage Air Open House was a slick event! Here are some pics of my favorites! Attached Images __________________ Thank you god for all your blessings! My mini build (I had a great starting point) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=440743 Last edited by Bull72; 05-20-2011 at 12:33 AM.

05-20-2011, 12:31 AM	#62
Bull72 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: San Antonio Tx Posts: 209	Re: Some guys have skills and some have bills Got my new timing chain, and valve covers. Here are the pictures of valve covers (painted) on the aluminum heads =) Over the next week I should have the block painted the same orange to match the valve covers. My buddy is going to help me put everything on over the next couple weeks. More pictures to come once it is finished. Still undecided on the air cleaner, any suggestions? Unsure if I should buy one and paint it the same color or if I should get it chrome. Also trying to decide if I want a round, triangular, or the long oval one. Abel Attached Images __________________ Thank you god for all your blessings! My mini build (I had a great starting point) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=440743 Last edited by Bull72; 05-20-2011 at 12:46 AM.

05-20-2011, 12:54 AM	#63
taank Account Suspended Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: hastings mn Posts: 186	Re: Some guys have skills and some have bills I do everything except engine and trans building. Posted via Mobile Device

05-20-2011, 01:17 PM	#64
JayDubBlazer go cyclones Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Ames, IA Posts: 1,883	Re: Some guys have skills and some have bills I've done everything on mine but the body work and the internal engine/tranx(both crates). I enjoy working on it but I have changed a bit as I grown older. I have stopped doing all of my own oil changes, its just cheaper to take it to a drive through. I have a few quirks I need to get fixed (brakes and tranx) that i might not get the time to fix. I might have to get somebody else to fix it because I can't find the time to do it myself. __________________ Wes PROJECT OLE GREEN 1972 Blazer 4X4 350/700R4 2017 Silverado LT

05-21-2011, 06:41 PM	#65
Bull72 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: San Antonio Tx Posts: 209	Re: Some guys have skills and some have bills Decided to go with the round chrome edelbrock air cleaner, should top the EnduraShine performer manifold and Carb nicely Attached Images __________________ Thank you god for all your blessings! My mini build (I had a great starting point) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=440743

05-21-2011, 08:20 PM	#66
Dunenutt Newbee Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Phoenix, Arizona Posts: 1,406	Re: Some guys have skills and some have bills That motor should breathe nicely! I guess I have the skills, because I was raised poor. If I didn't fix it, I was walking! I scrounged parts for bicycles, and built them. Fast foreward... I have always had a heavy right foot, and until recently still broke. Even though I can afford it, I still do most everything myself. My current project, I did everything but build drivelines, and install the windsheild. I am hemmoraging Benjamins. So skills can lead to big bills.

05-22-2011, 11:50 PM	#67
ItsRandy Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Grand Terrace, Ca. Posts: 1,607	Re: Some guys have skills and some have bills I'm a skills guy. The skill set I haven't picked up yet is body work and paint. Those are the skills I am working on now. I figure if someone else can do it I can too!! Besides, how bad can I screw it up? If I do then I will learn how to fix the screw too. "Your'e not a mechanic if you can't fix a screw up". I'm sure someone said that somewhere at someplace in time. Attached Images



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05-23-2011, 10:09 AM	#68
Burt4x4 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Modesto, CA Posts: 1,842	Re: Some guys have skills and some have bills Nice BBC Randy! Here is my 454, mine is all cast thou __________________ 1972 K5 MPFI454/Sm465/Np205/D60/14FFd/Re-Centerd H1s w/Swamper Iroks Last edited by Burt4x4; 05-23-2011 at 10:10 AM.

05-24-2011, 09:54 AM	#70
Burt4x4 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Modesto, CA Posts: 1,842	Re: Some guys have skills and some have bills Love it!! I took my front clip off when I stuffed my 454 in there too Oh that belt I am using is a 1" Cog (positive drive) from Black Mountain http://www.blackmountainprecision.com/ At the time I was getting my 454 tuned up, my alterator Vbelt set up was just not holding, especially offroad with a load on the engine, slippin and the belt getting hella hot. A buddy of mine had the 2" version on his 67 comaro. The 1" solved all my issues. Direct drive cog belt so no slipping. Awesome! I still use a Vbelt for my power steering pump. __________________ 1972 K5 MPFI454/Sm465/Np205/D60/14FFd/Re-Centerd H1s w/Swamper Iroks

05-25-2011, 12:47 AM	#72
Bull72 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: San Antonio Tx Posts: 209	Re: Some guys have skills and some have bills Got the block pulled out today, starter ring gear & flywheel need to be replaced as well.... more pics to come. Attached Images __________________ Thank you god for all your blessings! My mini build (I had a great starting point) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=440743

05-25-2011, 10:43 AM	#73
Burt4x4 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Modesto, CA Posts: 1,842	Re: Some guys have skills and some have bills Ha! HellYa! BBCs For Life! __________________ 1972 K5 MPFI454/Sm465/Np205/D60/14FFd/Re-Centerd H1s w/Swamper Iroks

05-31-2011, 07:46 PM	#74
Bull72 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: San Antonio Tx Posts: 209	Re: Some guys have skills and some have bills Got the dirty truth about the block today. (see pics below). The was head and manifold gaskets were all burnt up and worn, lots of friction and wearing of the rod bearings, and the valves/pistons are rusted over in certain spots. This does however mean great news for the rebuild of my engine Taking the block to the machine shop and he is going to let me know what he thinks possibly rebuilding it and maybe end up getting a new block. Attached Images __________________ Thank you god for all your blessings! My mini build (I had a great starting point) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=440743 Last edited by Bull72; 06-05-2011 at 08:48 AM.

06-06-2011, 11:33 PM	#75
Bull72 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: San Antonio Tx Posts: 209	Re: Some guys have skills and some have bills Got the news from the machine shop, they have to go .60 over and should have it back any day now. Going with flat top Pistons and they are doing the new cam bearings, melling oil pump, and new rings. He said something about the crank as well, polishing or finishing and a few other things I didn't catch. As I am waiting for the block I used it as a chance to order some more parts: Got a chrome Edelbrock performer fuel pump, http://www.jegs.com/i/Edelbrock/350/1721/10002/-1 Jegs starter http://www.jegs.com/i/JEGS+Performan...10001/10002/-1 and chrome oil dipstick, and the flywheel Ring gear http://www.jegs.com/i/JEGS+Performan...60151/10002/-1 __________________ Thank you god for all your blessings! My mini build (I had a great starting point) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=440743 Last edited by Bull72; 06-06-2011 at 11:52 PM.

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