Finally! Pics of my new K5 - The Sportchicken - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

cstanley · 12-18-2006, 12:38 PM

well, i'll give a teaser...i can't post the # of pics i would like, so i set up a blog where i can track the progress. find more images much larger at the new blog
http://sportchicken.blogspot.com/

the one showing the original "Starting Instructions" above the driver's visor kills me...original, no less.

cstanley · 12-18-2006, 12:43 PM

So, What should I do with it?
Wife says the graphics have to go, but i'm not convinced. I do want to lift it a little, and some nice wheels with those kevlar tires...

upholstery needs replacement and a few dents pulled, but the paint is in great shape...

And i'm gonna need to find the pass. seat latch hardware from someone...

And how do i repair stuff like that in the top, where it has separated?

VinceY · 12-18-2006, 01:55 PM

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Originally Posted by cstanley

So, What should I do with it?
Wife says the graphics have to go, but i'm not convinced. I do want to lift it a little, and some nice wheels with those kevlar tires...

upholstery needs replacement and a few dents pulled, but the paint is in great shape...

And i'm gonna need to find the pass. seat latch hardware from someone...

And how do i repair stuff like that in the top, where it has separated?

My single wall top looks the same inside.
maybe the separation is supposed to be there from the factory? Anyone else know? Mine also has the stress cracks above and is probably pretty common with these.

red71cheyenne · 12-18-2006, 01:55 PM

Wow! Thats in really nice shape and very well kept. I would almost have to try to keep it stock, but its up to you. My wife would agree with yours on the decals and the paint color. She hates that one. ITs not hers though!!! Do what you want. Looks like all you are missing on the seat bracket is the release handle. Someone should be able to hook that up. Nice ride! Jeff.

**Yukon Jack** · 12-18-2006, 02:06 PM

What a sweet K5! Very original.

Southedisto · 12-18-2006, 02:21 PM

That is a sweet looking blazer, the graphics make it stand out. I would do a 2" lift with some 32"s and call it good, keeping the stock hubcaps of course.

lilpup69chevy · 12-18-2006, 02:35 PM

i'd keep the graphics on it due to the rarity of it, its different don't see many of those at all, i'd try to find some NOS graphics for it or maybe have them reproduced

BUDDY · 12-18-2006, 03:52 PM

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Originally Posted by lilpup69chevy

i'd keep the graphics on it due to the rarity of it, its different don't see many of those at all, i'd try to find some NOS graphics for it or maybe have them reproduced

I agree with lilpup. Keep the decals, they are SUPER RARE!!

I cannot beleive how straight that thing is! I'd be tempted to keep it stock for the same reason, & the fact that it wouldn't need a lot of work.

Sweet find!

Later,

Buddy

LUV2XCLR8 · 12-18-2006, 05:24 PM

Extreme bend hooks and all, I hope it doesn't park outside, the grafix
are a lil worn out, but priceless, that's one bad ass rare chicken ya got

Southedisto · 12-18-2006, 05:37 PM

If you want, Ill swap you even up for mine. Oh yeah, bring a trailer to take it home

. I cant stop looking at that jewel.

76liftedshortie · 12-18-2006, 05:51 PM

looks great as is

vtblazer · 12-18-2006, 06:15 PM

Welcome to the board, cool to see such an originally optioned blazer.

Sweet 72 for sure.

LUV2XCLR8 · 12-18-2006, 06:43 PM

Also noticed it still had the drivers side spring hanger plate

(On the front of the springeye, most people just cut them off)

cstanley · 12-18-2006, 06:45 PM

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Originally Posted by LUV2XCLR8

Also noticed it still had the drivers side spring hanger plate

(On the front of the springeye, most people just cut them off)

more specific: where are you talking about? front suspension?

LUV2XCLR8 · 12-18-2006, 06:49 PM

Post #2, pic's #2 and #4, it's on the front of the spring eye, most people
just cut it off when they upgrade or replace their springs on the front, if
you look at pic #4 you will notice the passenger side does not have one.

cstanley · 12-18-2006, 06:51 PM

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Originally Posted by LUV2XCLR8

if
you look at pic #4 you will notice the passenger side does not have one.

is it supposed to have one, or just the driver's side?

LUV2XCLR8 · 12-18-2006, 06:53 PM

Just the drivers side, that's GM for ya

**jaros44sr** · 12-18-2006, 07:42 PM

Maybe keep the graphics, and ask your wife to keep her eyes closed till she gets into the truck j/k I have to lift my wife in,vertically challenged...

Beautiful truck, nice rare pieces

I would lift it 3'' suspension and 31's, problem is its never high enuff

Chris27 · 12-18-2006, 07:56 PM

Nice Rig! I would leave the body alone, it looks good as is, plus bodywork is expensive. I have the same starting instructions on my visor too. Now that it's injected, does that mean I need to make new instructions?

Don't want to confuse anyone else that drives the truck (like that ever happens)

Kurt L · 12-18-2006, 08:08 PM

great looking truck.i'd keep the graphics if itwere mine.like it was said before it's a rareity that they are still there.i'm for keepin em.

Jtrux · 12-18-2006, 08:34 PM

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Originally Posted by LUV2XCLR8

Extreme bend hooks and all, I hope it doesn't park outside, the grafix
are a lil worn out, but priceless, that's one bad ass rare chicken ya got

That's also the first thing I noticed ( extreme bend hooks ). Those are cool, wish I had them.

Also about that front drivers side spring hanger plate...what's that all about? Mine has it and I was afraid to remove because I thought I would disrupt the structural integrity of the hanger.

Big Block · 12-18-2006, 08:39 PM

Hey got to love the color of your Blazer. Very original, my favorite kind. Looks like a great Blazer to start with. I have saved your Blog to my favorites and look foward to many more pictuers.

krue · 12-18-2006, 09:05 PM

Your blazer is too nice and rare to go crazy on IMO. Welcome to the board from South Mississippi!

stomper · 12-18-2006, 09:07 PM

Sweet Ride! I like the decals for the rarity but not for the look. Having said that, I couldn't bring myself to sand them off if it was mine. You should preserve them just the way they are. P.S. what color are your door lock pulls - if they are original? I have same interior color and the PO had replaced with skinny chrome ones. I guessed brown when I replaced them.

LUV2XCLR8 · 12-18-2006, 10:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jtrux

Also about that front drivers side spring hanger plate...what's that all about? Mine has it and I
was afraid to remove because I thought I would disrupt the structural integrity of the hanger.

No structural issues, just most people cut them out of there way

12-18-2006, 12:38 PM	#1
cstanley Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 1,229	Finally! Pics of my new K5 - The Sportchicken well, i'll give a teaser...i can't post the # of pics i would like, so i set up a blog where i can track the progress. find more images much larger at the new blog http://sportchicken.blogspot.com/ the one showing the original "Starting Instructions" above the driver's visor kills me...original, no less. Attached Images __________________ "Anybody who would paint his truck like this, would go to a minister's funeral dressed in feathers!" - Big Enis Burdett '72 Blazer Restoration Blog: http://sportchicken.blogspot.com/

12-18-2006, 02:06 PM	#5
Yukon Jack Post Whore Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Rose Hill, KS, USA Posts: 12,686	Re: Finally! Pics of my new K5 - The Sportchicken What a sweet K5! Very original. __________________ 1970 Blazer with a 400 sbc and 4" lift 1980 Pontiac Trans Am, 455 Oldsmobile 2012 Kawasaki Concours 14

12-18-2006, 02:21 PM	#6
Southedisto River life...... Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Soldotna AK Posts: 1,078	Re: Finally! Pics of my new K5 - The Sportchicken That is a sweet looking blazer, the graphics make it stand out. I would do a 2" lift with some 32"s and call it good, keeping the stock hubcaps of course. __________________ I like wheelin in Dixie! Last edited by Southedisto; 12-18-2006 at 02:21 PM.

12-18-2006, 02:35 PM	#7
lilpup69chevy 67-72 parts finder Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: southeast mo Posts: 788	Re: Finally! Pics of my new K5 - The Sportchicken i'd keep the graphics on it due to the rarity of it, its different don't see many of those at all, i'd try to find some NOS graphics for it or maybe have them reproduced __________________ 1969 chevy shortstep 2wd (under construction) 1981 chevy scottsdale lwb 2wd (parts chaser) 2004 pontiac gto (daily driver) 2004 pontiac grand prix gt (the ol ladys car) 1985 chevy short wide 1970 chevy c10 lwb (another parts rig) 1969 gmc lwb (rainy day project) 1968 chevy lwb c10 250 I6 3 spd (soon to be swb)

12-18-2006, 05:24 PM	#9
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,468	Re: Finally! Pics of my new K5 - The Sportchicken Extreme bend hooks and all, I hope it doesn't park outside, the grafix are a lil worn out, but priceless, that's one bad ass rare chicken ya got __________________ Owner/Op: "TN Classic Transport Carriers" The Toy: "Square Vette" 72 Hybrid Blazer Toy Barn: "LuvShack" 40 x 60 x 20 Shop Tow Piggy:"Maddy" 88 Silverado 3500 Hauler: "Feathers" 14 Aluma 8218T Last edited by LUV2XCLR8; 12-18-2006 at 05:25 PM.

12-18-2006, 12:43 PM	#2
cstanley Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 1,229	Re: Finally! Pics of my new K5 - The Sportchicken So, What should I do with it? Wife says the graphics have to go, but i'm not convinced. I do want to lift it a little, and some nice wheels with those kevlar tires... upholstery needs replacement and a few dents pulled, but the paint is in great shape... And i'm gonna need to find the pass. seat latch hardware from someone... And how do i repair stuff like that in the top, where it has separated? Attached Images __________________ "Anybody who would paint his truck like this, would go to a minister's funeral dressed in feathers!" - Big Enis Burdett '72 Blazer Restoration Blog: http://sportchicken.blogspot.com/ Last edited by cstanley; 12-18-2006 at 12:44 PM.

12-18-2006, 01:55 PM	#4
red71cheyenne Back in the sticks Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Fordland, MO Posts: 3,188	Re: Finally! Pics of my new K5 - The Sportchicken Wow! Thats in really nice shape and very well kept. I would almost have to try to keep it stock, but its up to you. My wife would agree with yours on the decals and the paint color. She hates that one. ITs not hers though!!! Do what you want. Looks like all you are missing on the seat bracket is the release handle. Someone should be able to hook that up. Nice ride! Jeff. __________________ 1971 Cheyenne C-10 w/700R4 and Tuned Port Injection 1969 K5 Blazer w/Tuned Port 2010 2SS/RS Flaming Orange Camaro 2011 K1500 Suburban 2014 K1500 Pickup 2008 Nissan Altima? The wifes' hoopty

12-18-2006, 05:37 PM	#10
Southedisto River life...... Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Soldotna AK Posts: 1,078	Re: Finally! Pics of my new K5 - The Sportchicken If you want, Ill swap you even up for mine. Oh yeah, bring a trailer to take it home . I cant stop looking at that jewel. __________________ I like wheelin in Dixie!

12-18-2006, 05:51 PM	#11
76liftedshortie Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: PA Posts: 24	Re: Finally! Pics of my new K5 - The Sportchicken looks great as is

12-18-2006, 06:15 PM	#12
vtblazer Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Central Vermont Posts: 8,537	Re: Finally! Pics of my new K5 - The Sportchicken Welcome to the board, cool to see such an originally optioned blazer. Sweet 72 for sure. Last edited by vtblazer; 12-18-2006 at 06:16 PM.

12-18-2006, 06:43 PM	#13
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,468	Re: Finally! Pics of my new K5 - The Sportchicken Also noticed it still had the drivers side spring hanger plate (On the front of the springeye, most people just cut them off) __________________ Owner/Op: "TN Classic Transport Carriers" The Toy: "Square Vette" 72 Hybrid Blazer Toy Barn: "LuvShack" 40 x 60 x 20 Shop Tow Piggy:"Maddy" 88 Silverado 3500 Hauler: "Feathers" 14 Aluma 8218T

12-18-2006, 06:49 PM	#15
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,468	Re: Finally! Pics of my new K5 - The Sportchicken Post #2, pic's #2 and #4, it's on the front of the spring eye, most people just cut it off when they upgrade or replace their springs on the front, if you look at pic #4 you will notice the passenger side does not have one. __________________ Owner/Op: "TN Classic Transport Carriers" The Toy: "Square Vette" 72 Hybrid Blazer Toy Barn: "LuvShack" 40 x 60 x 20 Shop Tow Piggy:"Maddy" 88 Silverado 3500 Hauler: "Feathers" 14 Aluma 8218T

12-18-2006, 06:53 PM	#17
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,468	Re: Finally! Pics of my new K5 - The Sportchicken Just the drivers side, that's GM for ya __________________ Owner/Op: "TN Classic Transport Carriers" The Toy: "Square Vette" 72 Hybrid Blazer Toy Barn: "LuvShack" 40 x 60 x 20 Shop Tow Piggy:"Maddy" 88 Silverado 3500 Hauler: "Feathers" 14 Aluma 8218T

12-18-2006, 07:42 PM	#18
jaros44sr Senior Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Philadelphia, Pa. 19454 Posts: 9,761	Re: Finally! Pics of my new K5 - The Sportchicken Maybe keep the graphics, and ask your wife to keep her eyes closed till she gets into the truck j/k I have to lift my wife in,vertically challenged... Beautiful truck, nice rare pieces I would lift it 3'' suspension and 31's, problem is its never high enuff __________________ Semper Fi...Uncle Sam, you da man All parts offered to help are free, unless otherwise noted Dont try this stuff in my build thread, unless you have 55 years of mechanical OTJ training SAFETY FIRST AS usual, off topic They say your mind goes second, can't remember the first Jim Last edited by jaros44sr; 12-19-2006 at 07:06 AM.

12-18-2006, 07:56 PM	#19
Chris27 Blazerless Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Kelowna, BC, Canada Posts: 274	Re: Finally! Pics of my new K5 - The Sportchicken Nice Rig! I would leave the body alone, it looks good as is, plus bodywork is expensive. I have the same starting instructions on my visor too. Now that it's injected, does that mean I need to make new instructions? Don't want to confuse anyone else that drives the truck (like that ever happens) __________________ 72' K5 Blazer 4x4 350TBI/700R4/NP205 3/4 ton diffs. Daily driver. SOLD 69' Beaumont 388/700R4 11.70@116 77' Bronco, Wife's mall cruiser/poser 4x4. Capable but too pretty to go offroad.



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12-18-2006, 08:08 PM	#20
Kurt L Senior Member Join Date: May 2003 Location: ne florida Posts: 2,665	Re: Finally! Pics of my new K5 - The Sportchicken great looking truck.i'd keep the graphics if itwere mine.like it was said before it's a rareity that they are still there.i'm for keepin em.

12-18-2006, 08:39 PM	#22
Big Block Big Block Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Durham, N.C. Posts: 1,649	Re: Finally! Pics of my new K5 - The Sportchicken Hey got to love the color of your Blazer. Very original, my favorite kind. Looks like a great Blazer to start with. I have saved your Blog to my favorites and look foward to many more pictuers.

12-18-2006, 09:05 PM	#23
krue Designated A-hole! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: South Mississippi Posts: 36,448	Re: Finally! Pics of my new K5 - The Sportchicken Your blazer is too nice and rare to go crazy on IMO. Welcome to the board from South Mississippi! __________________ "If it ain't broke, fix it 'til it is!" Being stupid ain't illegal. We're Still Debt Free Except for the House!!! www.daveramsey.com 70 GMC SWB Stepside project "Green Booger" soon to be 6.0l/4l80e 93 S-10 "Poppaw's Truck"

12-18-2006, 09:07 PM	#24
stomper Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Scottsdale, AZ Posts: 1,701	Re: Finally! Pics of my new K5 - The Sportchicken Sweet Ride! I like the decals for the rarity but not for the look. Having said that, I couldn't bring myself to sand them off if it was mine. You should preserve them just the way they are. P.S. what color are your door lock pulls - if they are original? I have same interior color and the PO had replaced with skinny chrome ones. I guessed brown when I replaced them. __________________ "I was patina when patina wasn't cool." 1973 Cheyenne SWB Sunset Gold / Frost White / Saddle

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