Blazer frame differences..... - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

FuelCellGuy · 07-23-2005, 09:10 PM

I have been working on the 2WD Blazer frame today and after some comparing the two vs. the four, I noticed that the rear of the frame is different. The pics should explain. I guess I am going to have to cut the 2WD frame down to match the 4WD. Any explantions???

Later, FCG

LUV2XCLR8 · 07-23-2005, 09:20 PM

Well pic #1 is a 72 frame, I know because "GQ" looks like that, except
your bumper mount tabs look bent out, you only use the outer bracket
with this set up, the bumper goes directly to that frame mount, I can
go get a pic of mine if you need it, I WOULD NOT CUT IT, kinda rare.

**uncle** · 07-23-2005, 09:37 PM

I (THINK) they changed the frame in 71. My 70 2wd has the squared off frame in back.

FuelCellGuy · 07-23-2005, 09:40 PM

So, do I need to trim the body to fit around the frame. There is a piece of metal that run side to side on the Blazer that looks to hang too low. I guess I can trim that a little and not cut the frame. Whatchathink??? Later, FCG

LUV2XCLR8 · 07-23-2005, 09:47 PM

Is that the inner lip or the outer? my outer is notched for the frame, looks like inner is 2

FuelCellGuy · 07-23-2005, 09:53 PM

That is the inner. I guess that means I would need to notch the body as well. It might be better to go ahead and cut the frame since the Blazer already has a pretty good paint job. I don't want to repaint until next year.

Later, FCG

c-1072 · 07-24-2005, 09:11 AM

I say cut the frame . I ran into the same trouble when i replaced the tub on my blazer the new tub had no notch my frame is a 72 4x4 .My remedy was to body lift it 2 inches but it seems you are going the other way .

earl87gta · 07-30-2005, 09:18 PM

If you cut them off I wouldnt mind taking them off your hands I have an older frame with a 72 tub and would like to make it like the 72 origanly was

FuelCellGuy · 07-30-2005, 09:27 PM

earl,

http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa....php3?t=165872

Let me know what you think....Later, FCG

FuelCellGuy · 07-30-2005, 11:10 PM

Sorry GeeEmm, I just noticed the link you put up to my other post. Thanks!!!

07-23-2005, 09:20 PM	#2
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,475	Well pic #1 is a 72 frame, I know because "GQ" looks like that, except your bumper mount tabs look bent out, you only use the outer bracket with this set up, the bumper goes directly to that frame mount, I can go get a pic of mine if you need it, I WOULD NOT CUT IT, kinda rare. Attached Images __________________ Owner/Op: "TN Classic Transport Carriers" The Toy: "Square Vette" 72 Hybrid Blazer Toy Barn: "LuvShack" 40 x 60 x 20 Shop Big Piggy: "Goliath" 07 Kodiak C4500 Lil Piggy:"Maddy" 88 Silverado 3500 Hauler: "Feathers" 14 Aluma 8218T Last edited by LUV2XCLR8; 07-23-2005 at 09:26 PM.

07-23-2005, 09:37 PM	#3
uncle Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Conyers,Ga. Posts: 7,286	Frame I (THINK) they changed the frame in 71. My 70 2wd has the squared off frame in back.

07-23-2005, 09:40 PM	#4
FuelCellGuy FUEL CELL GURU Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Mineola, Texas Posts: 993	So, do I need to trim the body to fit around the frame. There is a piece of metal that run side to side on the Blazer that looks to hang too low. I guess I can trim that a little and not cut the frame. Whatchathink??? Later, FCG Attached Images

07-23-2005, 09:47 PM	#5
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,475	Is that the inner lip or the outer? my outer is notched for the frame, looks like inner is 2 Attached Images __________________ Owner/Op: "TN Classic Transport Carriers" The Toy: "Square Vette" 72 Hybrid Blazer Toy Barn: "LuvShack" 40 x 60 x 20 Shop Big Piggy: "Goliath" 07 Kodiak C4500 Lil Piggy:"Maddy" 88 Silverado 3500 Hauler: "Feathers" 14 Aluma 8218T Last edited by LUV2XCLR8; 07-23-2005 at 09:52 PM.

07-23-2005, 09:53 PM	#6
FuelCellGuy FUEL CELL GURU Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Mineola, Texas Posts: 993	That is the inner. I guess that means I would need to notch the body as well. It might be better to go ahead and cut the frame since the Blazer already has a pretty good paint job. I don't want to repaint until next year. Later, FCG Attached Images

07-23-2005, 09:10 PM	#1
FuelCellGuy FUEL CELL GURU Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Mineola, Texas Posts: 993	Blazer frame differences..... I have been working on the 2WD Blazer frame today and after some comparing the two vs. the four, I noticed that the rear of the frame is different. The pics should explain. I guess I am going to have to cut the 2WD frame down to match the 4WD. Any explantions??? Later, FCG Attached Images

07-24-2005, 09:11 AM	#7
c-1072 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: rochester NY Posts: 777	frame I say cut the frame . I ran into the same trouble when i replaced the tub on my blazer the new tub had no notch my frame is a 72 4x4 .My remedy was to body lift it 2 inches but it seems you are going the other way . Attached Images Last edited by c-1072; 07-24-2005 at 09:13 AM.

07-30-2005, 09:18 PM	#8
earl87gta Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Kingsport TN Posts: 4,641	If you cut them off I wouldnt mind taking them off your hands I have an older frame with a 72 tub and would like to make it like the 72 origanly was __________________ Earl 68 2500 4x4 GMC Burb

07-30-2005, 09:27 PM	#9
FuelCellGuy FUEL CELL GURU Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Mineola, Texas Posts: 993	earl, http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa....php3?t=165872 Let me know what you think....Later, FCG

07-30-2005, 11:10 PM	#10
FuelCellGuy FUEL CELL GURU Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Mineola, Texas Posts: 993	Sorry GeeEmm, I just noticed the link you put up to my other post. Thanks!!!

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