1972 Blazer: Knock in the head or sell complete - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**Dieselwrencher** · 07-31-2008, 03:33 PM

I just baught a 1972 blazer 4x4. It is missing the engine, trans, transfer case and drive shafts. The frame is cracked at the engine cross member. It has no title, it is rusty, but could be saved. It is a CST with air. Has torn buckets and a console. The top is there and appears to be in nice shape. I am wondering how rare these really are? I would hate to cut it up because the only stuff I want is the front leaf spring perches and engine cross member and front spring shackle hangers. What do you guys think? Should it be parted and scrapped or sold to someone who will save it? If I could find the parts I need from a truck I would just get those parts and sell the whole Blazer. Thanks Ryan.

72Levi · 07-31-2008, 04:02 PM

Post pics and I'll give you my opinion.

Jtrux · 07-31-2008, 04:21 PM

I agree, lets see some pics. Of course everyone here is going to say it's salvageable but you we'll try to be honest.

bouncytruck · 07-31-2008, 05:31 PM

They made fewer than 80,000 Blazers between 1969 and 1972. When you consider how many have met their demise, there are not too many left. If it is salvageable, go for it. If it has enough parts to save another, part it - just don't cut it up for scrap metal.

Big J · 07-31-2008, 05:32 PM

If the body has minimal rust then sell it whole for someone to restore or build it yourself

. Shouldn't be to hard to find what your needing in a junkyard.

**Dieselwrencher** · 07-31-2008, 06:21 PM

I will try to post pictures in a minute.

hgs_notes · 07-31-2008, 06:21 PM

You can check my junkyard jimmy thread to maybe get some answers about whether to save it. The frame can be repaired. The body may not be worth the effort, but replacements from out west are available. It's a lot of work. Anyway, I have an engine cross member I'd sell ya and I'm in MN if you don't want to part yours out.

**Dieselwrencher** · 07-31-2008, 06:41 PM

Ok here are some pictures of it.

**Dieselwrencher** · 07-31-2008, 06:44 PM

Ok here are some more. Man they are huge.

Jtrux · 07-31-2008, 06:49 PM

It's in alot better shape than a lot of blazers that are running on this board, my vote, sell it whole if you're not wanting it or get it running and drive it!!

hgs_notes · 07-31-2008, 07:24 PM

Better than what I started with. But it does need a ton of work. It's your truck and you can do what you want with it. But asking the members of this board is not exactly going to result in an unbiased opinion.

It's fixable but I would completely understand parting it out also.

**Dieselwrencher** · 07-31-2008, 07:40 PM

Mike, did you save any of the leaf spring hangers or the cast shackle brackets from your parts blazers?

49m · 07-31-2008, 08:01 PM

I would sell it hole

Old Chevy Mech · 07-31-2008, 09:48 PM

If you do wind up scrapping it, I need very badly, the upper windshield frame. If you dont, I'd say its a good project truck you could do, or that someone would buy eventually. Where is the frame cracked?

Frank

BLUE THUNDER · 07-31-2008, 11:12 PM

Keep it and fix er up. Find a way to get a title for it first. I wouldn't put any money in it until you get that. Speaking from 1st hand experience. Anyways, looks good. Mario

hgs_notes · 07-31-2008, 11:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dieselwrencher

Mike, did you save any of the leaf spring hangers or the cast shackle brackets from your parts blazers?

Other than the cross member, it's all razor blades or japanese cars by now.

I know a junkyard in southern MN that has what you need though. I'm not sure with Iowas registration laws, but I was finally able to get a title for mine. Registration was easy, just brought in the sales receipt with the ID#, etc. The title though needed an explanation of where I got it, a note from the guy who sold it to me, pictures to estimate value for possible bonding.

FRENCHBLUE72 · 08-01-2008, 10:20 AM

Id sell it complete or put it back together after getting a title for it..

**Yukon Jack** · 08-01-2008, 11:06 AM

It's gonna take a bunch of work, but way too much there to consider scrapping it. Cool to see the rear side panels.

I'd start off with a PM to teeitup and gregsplace - one of them will likely have exactly what you need.

If not, I'd get a wtb post in the parts section, there will surely be someone who has the parts you need.

Sell that K5!

**Dieselwrencher** · 08-01-2008, 03:01 PM

Well I am going to part it out. I crawled under it this morning after I unloaded it and it is pretty rusty. So I decided I will part it. I have my longhorn at my shop, which I rent, and the land lord isn't happy. I only rent 2 spots and I am taking up three due to the longhorn. I have to get it out of there so I am just going to take the pieces I need off this blazer and part the rest. I would consider holding on to it and building it later but my project list is too long right now anyway. Thanks for all the input though guys.

07-31-2008, 03:33 PM	#1
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,142	1972 Blazer: Knock in the head or sell complete I just baught a 1972 blazer 4x4. It is missing the engine, trans, transfer case and drive shafts. The frame is cracked at the engine cross member. It has no title, it is rusty, but could be saved. It is a CST with air. Has torn buckets and a console. The top is there and appears to be in nice shape. I am wondering how rare these really are? I would hate to cut it up because the only stuff I want is the front leaf spring perches and engine cross member and front spring shackle hangers. What do you guys think? Should it be parted and scrapped or sold to someone who will save it? If I could find the parts I need from a truck I would just get those parts and sell the whole Blazer. Thanks Ryan.

07-31-2008, 04:02 PM	#2
72Levi Active Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: sa tx Posts: 851	Re: 1972 Blazer: Knock in the head or sell complete Post pics and I'll give you my opinion. __________________ 1972 K5 Blazer ALL ORIGINAL paint & engine, A/C, Tilt, 4sp, AM/FM, Tow Hooks, Aux Battery Tray, Tach, Vacuum 2004 FORD FX4 SuperCrew 2005 CTS-V 12 sec family car 2008 Buick Enclave AWD, Nav, & DVD, Wife LOVES it!

07-31-2008, 04:21 PM	#3
Jtrux I'm a poor spectator Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: San Antonio, Tx Posts: 2,287	Re: 1972 Blazer: Knock in the head or sell complete I agree, lets see some pics. Of course everyone here is going to say it's salvageable but you we'll try to be honest. __________________ 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!!!

07-31-2008, 05:31 PM	#4
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,038	Re: 1972 Blazer: Knock in the head or sell complete They made fewer than 80,000 Blazers between 1969 and 1972. When you consider how many have met their demise, there are not too many left. If it is salvageable, go for it. If it has enough parts to save another, part it - just don't cut it up for scrap metal. __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

07-31-2008, 05:32 PM	#5
Big J Its lookin' like a Blazer! Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Gods Country, KY Posts: 1,772	Re: 1972 Blazer: Knock in the head or sell complete If the body has minimal rust then sell it whole for someone to restore or build it yourself. Shouldn't be to hard to find what your needing in a junkyard. __________________ BAZINGA! My Build

07-31-2008, 06:21 PM	#6
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,142	Re: 1972 Blazer: Knock in the head or sell complete I will try to post pictures in a minute.

07-31-2008, 06:21 PM	#7
hgs_notes GEARHEAD Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: MN Posts: 6,126	Re: 1972 Blazer: Knock in the head or sell complete You can check my junkyard jimmy thread to maybe get some answers about whether to save it. The frame can be repaired. The body may not be worth the effort, but replacements from out west are available. It's a lot of work. Anyway, I have an engine cross member I'd sell ya and I'm in MN if you don't want to part yours out. __________________ If no one knows what you're doing, they can't tell you you're doing it wrong HG's Dream Car Build - Shelby Cobra Kit Build your own adjustable track bar 71 Long Fleet C/10 72 Jimmy 4x4 (Junkyard Jimmy) HG's Plow Truck '78 K35 Dually Bigass Farm Truck HG's thread of miscellaneous stuff

07-31-2008, 06:41 PM	#8
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,142	Re: 1972 Blazer: Knock in the head or sell complete Ok here are some pictures of it.

07-31-2008, 06:44 PM	#9
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,142	Re: 1972 Blazer: Knock in the head or sell complete Ok here are some more. Man they are huge.

07-31-2008, 06:49 PM	#10
Jtrux I'm a poor spectator Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: San Antonio, Tx Posts: 2,287	Re: 1972 Blazer: Knock in the head or sell complete It's in alot better shape than a lot of blazers that are running on this board, my vote, sell it whole if you're not wanting it or get it running and drive it!! __________________ 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!!!

07-31-2008, 07:24 PM	#11
hgs_notes GEARHEAD Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: MN Posts: 6,126	Re: 1972 Blazer: Knock in the head or sell complete Better than what I started with. But it does need a ton of work. It's your truck and you can do what you want with it. But asking the members of this board is not exactly going to result in an unbiased opinion. It's fixable but I would completely understand parting it out also. __________________ If no one knows what you're doing, they can't tell you you're doing it wrong HG's Dream Car Build - Shelby Cobra Kit Build your own adjustable track bar 71 Long Fleet C/10 72 Jimmy 4x4 (Junkyard Jimmy) HG's Plow Truck '78 K35 Dually Bigass Farm Truck HG's thread of miscellaneous stuff

07-31-2008, 07:40 PM	#12
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,142	Re: 1972 Blazer: Knock in the head or sell complete Mike, did you save any of the leaf spring hangers or the cast shackle brackets from your parts blazers?

07-31-2008, 08:01 PM	#13
49m Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Turners Station,Ky Posts: 842	Re: 1972 Blazer: Knock in the head or sell complete I would sell it hole __________________ My Rides 1969 Mustang gt coupe 1971 Chevy Cheyenne 1986 Iroc camaro 1986 K10 Short Bed 1987 Iroc Camaro 1990 rs Camaro 1992 350 ss truck 1998 Honda Civic 2005 Ram 2500 Cummins My Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=279831

07-31-2008, 09:48 PM	#14
Old Chevy Mech Keepin it runnin! Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Deep River, CT Posts: 1,036	Re: 1972 Blazer: Knock in the head or sell complete If you do wind up scrapping it, I need very badly, the upper windshield frame. If you dont, I'd say its a good project truck you could do, or that someone would buy eventually. Where is the frame cracked? Frank __________________ 1970 K-5 4X4 Blazer 1970 K-20 4X4 Long Bed "Liberty Means Responsibility, that is why most men dread it"

07-31-2008, 11:12 PM	#15
BLUE THUNDER Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: San Antonio Posts: 993	Re: 1972 Blazer: Knock in the head or sell complete Keep it and fix er up. Find a way to get a title for it first. I wouldn't put any money in it until you get that. Speaking from 1st hand experience. Anyways, looks good. Mario



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08-01-2008, 10:20 AM	#17
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,606	Re: 1972 Blazer: Knock in the head or sell complete Id sell it complete or put it back together after getting a title for it.. __________________ 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..

08-01-2008, 11:06 AM	#18
Yukon Jack Post Whore Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Rose Hill, KS, USA Posts: 12,686	Re: 1972 Blazer: Knock in the head or sell complete It's gonna take a bunch of work, but way too much there to consider scrapping it. Cool to see the rear side panels. I'd start off with a PM to teeitup and gregsplace - one of them will likely have exactly what you need. If not, I'd get a wtb post in the parts section, there will surely be someone who has the parts you need. Sell that K5! __________________ 1970 Blazer with a 400 sbc and 4" lift 1980 Pontiac Trans Am, 455 Oldsmobile 2012 Kawasaki Concours 14

08-01-2008, 03:01 PM	#19
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,142	Re: 1972 Blazer: Knock in the head or sell complete Well I am going to part it out. I crawled under it this morning after I unloaded it and it is pretty rusty. So I decided I will part it. I have my longhorn at my shop, which I rent, and the land lord isn't happy. I only rent 2 spots and I am taking up three due to the longhorn. I have to get it out of there so I am just going to take the pieces I need off this blazer and part the rest. I would consider holding on to it and building it later but my project list is too long right now anyway. Thanks for all the input though guys.

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