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bouncytruck · 04-17-2006, 11:41 AM

Looks pretty solid (from what I can see) and stock. It would make for a great resto or conversion to 2wd.

http://seattle.craigslist.org/car/151539411.html

makovai · 04-17-2006, 12:27 PM

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Originally Posted by bouncytruck

Looks pretty solid (from what I can see) and stock. It would make for a great resto or conversion to 2wd.

http://seattle.craigslist.org/car/151539411.html

A strange question.......why convert to a 2wd? do they have more value or are they more sought after, was there less made?.....just curious, i hear that alot.

hotrodhomi · 04-17-2006, 12:31 PM

They are way more expensive. Less made.

obsesive23 · 04-17-2006, 12:37 PM

Hey bouncy buy it and I'll make you a deal on a converted rolling chassis.......

bouncytruck · 04-17-2006, 12:40 PM

Everyone wants a 2wd (me included) but there were very few made. The total number of blazers produced from 69-72 was less than 80,000 (not including Jimmys). My understanding is that about 10% were 2wd. Factor in how many have met their demise in one way or another (rust, wreck, bad modifications, parted out, etc) and the quantity left makes for slim pickings.

If your going to slam it or do heavy modifications, why not start with a solid 4wd, convert it and save yourself some money and the stress of finding a solid 2wd.

bouncytruck · 04-17-2006, 12:44 PM

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Originally Posted by obsesive23

Hey bouncy buy it and I'll make you a deal on a converted rolling chassis.......

Brian, I'd love to. But the baby is due in less than a month. Jen is going to be off work for 4 months, most without pay

I've been doing extra freelance work at home on the weekends and evenings just so we can survive that period. Once Jen goes back to work, daycare will be $2,200 per month. OUCH! I'm going to have to start selling organs to pay the bills.

makovai · 04-17-2006, 02:11 PM

so i should take the 9" of lift out of mine and reverse it for a low rider

bouncytruck · 04-17-2006, 02:25 PM

Nope, your rig is cool. Just find another one and put a 9" drop on it!

LUV2XCLR8 · 04-17-2006, 04:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by makovai

A strange question.......why convert to a 2wd? do they have more value or are
they more sought after, was there less made?.....just curious, i hear that alot.

1969

1/2-Ton Blazer 4x4- Model K/Series 10 - 104-in. w.b.
MODEL BODY TYPE PRICE WEIGHT PROD.TOTAL
KE10514 Open Utility 2852 2947 4935

1970

1/2-Ton Blazer 4x2 - Model C/Series 10 - 104-in. w.b.
MODEL BODY TYPE PRICE WEIGHT PROD.TOTAL
CS10514 Open Utility 2385 3375
CE10514 Open Utility 2852 2947
NOTE: 4x2 (both E and S) production = 985

1/2-Ton Blazer 4x4 - Model K/Series 10 - 104-in. w.b.
MODEL BODY TYPE PRICE WEIGHT PROD.TOTAL
KS10514 Open Utility 2955 3677
KE10514 Open Utility 3050 3807
NOTE: 4x4 (both E and S) production = 11527

1971

1/2-Ton Blazer 4x2 - Model C/Series 10 - 104-in. w.b.
MODEL BODY TYPE PRICE WEIGHT PROD.TOTAL
CS10514 Open Utility 2659 3375 1277

1/2-Ton Blazer 4x4 - Model K/Series 10 - 104-in. w.b.
MODEL BODY TYPE PRICE WEIGHT PROD.TOTAL
KS10514 Open Utility 3234 3677 17220

1972

1/2-Ton Blazer 4x2 - Model C/Series 10 - 104-in. w.b.
MODEL BODY TYPE PRICE WEIGHT PROD.TOTAL
CS10514 Open Utility 2585 3375 3357

1/2-Ton Blazer 4x4 - Model K/Series 10 - 104-in. w.b.
MODEL BODY TYPE PRICE WEIGHT PROD.TOTAL
KS10514 Open Utility 3145 3677 44266

Totals

2wd - 5619

4wd - 77948

Production #'s are in RED

makovai · 04-17-2006, 05:16 PM

hmm, to me even though they are harder to come by, nothing beats the appearance of the 4x4. but thats just my opinion.

70rs/ss · 04-17-2006, 05:37 PM

D@mn it I should have gotten at least $10k out of my low production # 1969 4X4 with factory AC!! As it was I only got, well that's not important, but I wish I had known it was that low of a production #.

teamradrz1 · 04-17-2006, 06:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LUV2XCLR8

1969

1/2-Ton Blazer 4x4- Model K/Series 10 - 104-in. w.b.
MODEL BODY TYPE PRICE WEIGHT PROD.TOTAL
KE10514 Open Utility 2852 2947 4935

1970

1/2-Ton Blazer 4x2 - Model C/Series 10 - 104-in. w.b.
MODEL BODY TYPE PRICE WEIGHT PROD.TOTAL
CS10514 Open Utility 2385 3375
CE10514 Open Utility 2852 2947
NOTE: 4x2 (both E and S) production = 985

1/2-Ton Blazer 4x4 - Model K/Series 10 - 104-in. w.b.
MODEL BODY TYPE PRICE WEIGHT PROD.TOTAL
KS10514 Open Utility 2955 3677
KE10514 Open Utility 3050 3807
NOTE: 4x4 (both E and S) production = 11527

1971

1/2-Ton Blazer 4x2 - Model C/Series 10 - 104-in. w.b.
MODEL BODY TYPE PRICE WEIGHT PROD.TOTAL
CS10514 Open Utility 2659 3375 1277

1/2-Ton Blazer 4x4 - Model K/Series 10 - 104-in. w.b.
MODEL BODY TYPE PRICE WEIGHT PROD.TOTAL
KS10514 Open Utility 3234 3677 17220

1972

1/2-Ton Blazer 4x2 - Model C/Series 10 - 104-in. w.b.
MODEL BODY TYPE PRICE WEIGHT PROD.TOTAL
CS10514 Open Utility 2585 3375 3357

1/2-Ton Blazer 4x4 - Model K/Series 10 - 104-in. w.b.
MODEL BODY TYPE PRICE WEIGHT PROD.TOTAL
KS10514 Open Utility 3145 3677 44266

Totals

2wd - 5619

4wd - 77948

Production #'s are in RED

To the man with all the knowledge!

bouncytruck · 04-17-2006, 06:15 PM

You Rock! Where did you get the 2wd numbers? I've only seen the 4wd numbers.

Now, where's the Jimmy numbers mister smarty pants?

IGOR · 04-18-2006, 10:21 AM

That truck was at the big Portland Swap meet two weekends ago - very nice truck - I looked at it pretty long & hard - there was also a nice one that was lifted for about the same price - both could have been had for around $5K.

Bouncy - you are in the same boat I'm in - we just had our second kid - and we are trying to keep the wife at home - the extra $$ just got quite a bit smaller! Ouch!

Scrubby · 04-21-2006, 05:44 PM

Wow! Only 77K 4x4s out there? I wonder how many of the first gen blazers are still out there. Makes me want to save a couple more.

bouncytruck · 04-21-2006, 06:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Scrubby

Wow! Only 77K 4x4s out there? I wonder how many of the first gen blazers are still out there. Makes me want to save a couple more.

Exactly why they are getting to be worth so much.

IGOR · 04-21-2006, 09:55 PM

wow I didn't realize there were that few

Makes me want to buy some more too!

LOL

72armyswbtruck · 04-21-2006, 10:15 PM

Oh no don't molest a great blazer like that, that looks like a really nice lookin blazer for the money

04-17-2006, 11:41 AM	#1
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,038	Look at this Gem in Portland, OR Looks pretty solid (from what I can see) and stock. It would make for a great resto or conversion to 2wd. http://seattle.craigslist.org/car/151539411.html __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

04-17-2006, 12:31 PM	#3
hotrodhomi Registered User Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Sacramento Posts: 3,737	Re: Look at this Gem in Portland, OR They are way more expensive. Less made. __________________ '72 2wd blazer, bagged w/ watts link & EDC '72 C10 "Lowered Farm Truck" STOLEN 5-18-11 '66 impala ht

04-17-2006, 12:37 PM	#4
obsesive23 Who me? Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Bothell WA Posts: 640	Re: Look at this Gem in Portland, OR Hey bouncy buy it and I'll make you a deal on a converted rolling chassis....... __________________ Living the dream 72 2WD Blazer, under going porter built surgery 67 GT Mustang fastback 67 Mustang coupe C/S clone 64 Falcon sprint hardtop

04-17-2006, 12:40 PM	#5
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,038	Re: Look at this Gem in Portland, OR Everyone wants a 2wd (me included) but there were very few made. The total number of blazers produced from 69-72 was less than 80,000 (not including Jimmys). My understanding is that about 10% were 2wd. Factor in how many have met their demise in one way or another (rust, wreck, bad modifications, parted out, etc) and the quantity left makes for slim pickings. If your going to slam it or do heavy modifications, why not start with a solid 4wd, convert it and save yourself some money and the stress of finding a solid 2wd. __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

04-17-2006, 02:11 PM	#7
makovai Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: oregon city Posts: 335	Re: Look at this Gem in Portland, OR so i should take the 9" of lift out of mine and reverse it for a low rider __________________ If it aint broke..............fix it till it is. www.fast77.com 1972 - 330 hp crate, 11" lift with 39x18 mickeys. 3/4 ton, cross steer, 4 wheel disc brakes 1996 Z71 w/ 35's

04-17-2006, 02:25 PM	#8
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,038	Re: Look at this Gem in Portland, OR Nope, your rig is cool. Just find another one and put a 9" drop on it! __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

04-17-2006, 05:16 PM	#10
makovai Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: oregon city Posts: 335	Re: Look at this Gem in Portland, OR hmm, to me even though they are harder to come by, nothing beats the appearance of the 4x4. but thats just my opinion. __________________ If it aint broke..............fix it till it is. www.fast77.com 1972 - 330 hp crate, 11" lift with 39x18 mickeys. 3/4 ton, cross steer, 4 wheel disc brakes 1996 Z71 w/ 35's

04-17-2006, 05:37 PM	#11
70rs/ss Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Northern AZ Posts: 7,270	Re: Look at this Gem in Portland, OR D@mn it I should have gotten at least $10k out of my low production # 1969 4X4 with factory AC!! As it was I only got, well that's not important, but I wish I had known it was that low of a production #. Last edited by 70rs/ss; 04-17-2006 at 05:37 PM.

04-17-2006, 06:15 PM	#13
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,038	Re: Look at this Gem in Portland, OR You Rock! Where did you get the 2wd numbers? I've only seen the 4wd numbers. Now, where's the Jimmy numbers mister smarty pants? __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

04-18-2006, 10:21 AM	#14
IGOR Registered User Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Damascus, OR Posts: 260	Re: Look at this Gem in Portland, OR That truck was at the big Portland Swap meet two weekends ago - very nice truck - I looked at it pretty long & hard - there was also a nice one that was lifted for about the same price - both could have been had for around $5K. Bouncy - you are in the same boat I'm in - we just had our second kid - and we are trying to keep the wife at home - the extra $$ just got quite a bit smaller! Ouch! __________________ -Ben 1972 CST K5 - Undergoing frame off, 8.1/4L80E/NP205, 3/4 ton, 8" lift, currently a pile of parts that when assembled resemble a Blazer 1972 K10 - Rust Bucket, TBD 1976 C10 SWB, 350 / T350 My blazer build thread: https://ck5.com/forums/builds/72-k5-...17-update.410/

04-21-2006, 05:44 PM	#15
Scrubby Check out GMTrucks.org Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Boise, Id Posts: 284	Re: Look at this Gem in Portland, OR Wow! Only 77K 4x4s out there? I wonder how many of the first gen blazers are still out there. Makes me want to save a couple more.

04-21-2006, 09:55 PM	#17
IGOR Registered User Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Damascus, OR Posts: 260	Re: Look at this Gem in Portland, OR wow I didn't realize there were that few Makes me want to buy some more too! LOL __________________ -Ben 1972 CST K5 - Undergoing frame off, 8.1/4L80E/NP205, 3/4 ton, 8" lift, currently a pile of parts that when assembled resemble a Blazer 1972 K10 - Rust Bucket, TBD 1976 C10 SWB, 350 / T350 My blazer build thread: https://ck5.com/forums/builds/72-k5-...17-update.410/

04-21-2006, 10:15 PM	#18
72armyswbtruck Registered User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Idaho Posts: 4,033	Re: Look at this Gem in Portland, OR Oh no don't molest a great blazer like that, that looks like a really nice lookin blazer for the money __________________ "Remember, They can Kill You, but they can't eat You, That's against the law!!!!!!!!!"



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