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**ScottH** · 11-16-2007, 12:58 PM

Can anyone tell me what changes on a blazer frame would need to be done to use it as a shortbed truck frame? I know the blazer frame is shorter, but were would it need to be lengthened (mid, rear, etc.)? Also I believe cab mounts need to be changed but could use some info on this as well.

Any info is appreciated.

Thanks.

Scott

72freak · 11-16-2007, 01:13 PM

The time it would take you coulld buy a frame cheaper!!!

You can find complete rolling chassis for $200 to $600

**ScottH** · 11-16-2007, 01:44 PM

Thanks but I just bought one on ebay that was listed as a truck and I found out it was a blazer frame. So now I need to know what would be needed to convert it to a truck frame so I can build what I want.

Mudder · 11-16-2007, 01:47 PM

Do a lot of measuring and get somone that is really good metal fabricator. You will have to lengthen it.

**ScottH** · 11-16-2007, 01:54 PM

Mudder, thanks but the question is WHERE does it have to be lengthened?

Mudder · 11-16-2007, 02:01 PM

You will need to find another truck to measure off of if someone here doesnt answer. You will have to add some in the middle of the frame before the swoop up and maybe even some on the rear. That's why I say measure from another truck frame of the same years.

**ScottH** · 11-16-2007, 02:20 PM

Mudder, thanks again for the info. Maybe someone here can answer this one. I'm kinda upset having bought the rolling chassis (see other post) based on it listed as a truck chassis. Guess I should have done more investigating. Live and learn.

Scott

duallyjams · 11-16-2007, 05:41 PM

What year frame? 67-72
The only mount on the frame that is the same is the mount under the cowl (very front of the cab) all the other mounts are different, also the rear of the frame where the bumper bolts up is different.
You might be better off to resell the blazer frame and buy a truck frame.
I have two bare frames one of each.I"ll post some pics tomorrow for you so you can see the difference.
James

**ScottH** · 11-16-2007, 09:14 PM

James, thanks, I would greatly appreciate it. I believe the cab mounts were changed, plus it was lifted 2" which I read in another post is needed. Still finding out what is what with this thing.

Scott

Mudder · 11-17-2007, 04:04 AM

This isn't the frame that was in primer and went for around 500 is it?

earl87gta · 11-17-2007, 04:42 AM

you could aways do the trazer convertion and cut the bed down to fit the blazer frame I aways thought they looked cool.

**ScottH** · 11-17-2007, 09:17 AM

Mudder, yupper that's the one. It's not just a frame, it includes everything shown, both axles rebuilt, new springs, four wheel disc setup, Dana 20 rebuilt, new drive shafts, etc.

duallyjams · 11-17-2007, 04:29 PM

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**ScottH** · 11-17-2007, 07:27 PM

duallyjams, thanks! Just what I needed.

Scott

earl87gta · 11-18-2007, 01:11 PM

not all blazer frames are that way my 72 looked like your bottom bumper pic and my 71 had the top bumper pic.

1969k10stepside · 11-18-2007, 04:01 PM

The '72 Blazers/Jimmys were the only year to have the rear frame horns with the back capped off and angled down.

6869704X4 · 11-21-2007, 09:01 PM

The factory assembly manual shows some frame dimensions.

bufmatmuslepants · 11-22-2007, 12:47 PM

i saw a cool picture someone posted of a "ultra" short bed chevy where they shortened the bed of a pickup and tossed it on the blazer frame, so the bed was about 5 feet and didnt have to lengthen the frame. also would probably be a beast off road with the short wheelbase. just a thought...

11-16-2007, 12:58 PM	#1
ScottH Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Hampstead, NC Posts: 8,190	What needs to be done to convert a blazer frame into a truck Can anyone tell me what changes on a blazer frame would need to be done to use it as a shortbed truck frame? I know the blazer frame is shorter, but were would it need to be lengthened (mid, rear, etc.)? Also I believe cab mounts need to be changed but could use some info on this as well. Any info is appreciated. Thanks. Scott __________________ 1963 C10 swb fleetside 1966 GMC G1000 Handi-bus (future project) 1955 Chevy 2 dr. wagon

11-16-2007, 01:13 PM	#2
72freak Rottenwood Garage Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Marietta, Georgia Posts: 4,321	Re: What needs to be done to convert a blazer frame into a truck The time it would take you coulld buy a frame cheaper!!! You can find complete rolling chassis for $200 to $600 __________________ 2004 Chevrolet Suburban C1500 2001 Chevrolet 2500HD Crew 6.0 1999 Harley Davidson Electra Glide 1972 Chevrolet C-20 Custom Camper "Dump Truck" 1972 Chevrolet C-20 Suburban "Big Green" 1969 Chevrolet C-50 Wedge Hauler "Leonidis" 1966 C-10 2x4 short fleet 327 4 speed "Race Truck" 1952 Plymouth Cranbrook "Rican" (my grandfathers) 1931 Ford Model A Coupe "Black Beauty" 1930 Ford Model A truck "Club Cab" 4x4 Rottenwood Garage and Speed Shop.....where everything must be racy! *It's not just a hobby..It's a LIFESTYLE!!!* Thanks for nothing Barrett-Jackson You cant fix stupid or teach accountability! Time wasters, looky Lous and tire kickers are everywhere!

11-16-2007, 01:44 PM	#3
ScottH Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Hampstead, NC Posts: 8,190	Re: What needs to be done to convert a blazer frame into a truck Thanks but I just bought one on ebay that was listed as a truck and I found out it was a blazer frame. So now I need to know what would be needed to convert it to a truck frame so I can build what I want. __________________ 1963 C10 swb fleetside 1966 GMC G1000 Handi-bus (future project) 1955 Chevy 2 dr. wagon

11-16-2007, 01:47 PM	#4
Mudder Registered User Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: East Central, MO Posts: 11,336	Re: What needs to be done to convert a blazer frame into a truck Do a lot of measuring and get somone that is really good metal fabricator. You will have to lengthen it.

11-16-2007, 01:54 PM	#5
ScottH Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Hampstead, NC Posts: 8,190	Re: What needs to be done to convert a blazer frame into a truck Mudder, thanks but the question is WHERE does it have to be lengthened? __________________ 1963 C10 swb fleetside 1966 GMC G1000 Handi-bus (future project) 1955 Chevy 2 dr. wagon

11-16-2007, 02:01 PM	#6
Mudder Registered User Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: East Central, MO Posts: 11,336	Re: What needs to be done to convert a blazer frame into a truck You will need to find another truck to measure off of if someone here doesnt answer. You will have to add some in the middle of the frame before the swoop up and maybe even some on the rear. That's why I say measure from another truck frame of the same years.

11-16-2007, 02:20 PM	#7
ScottH Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Hampstead, NC Posts: 8,190	Re: What needs to be done to convert a blazer frame into a truck Mudder, thanks again for the info. Maybe someone here can answer this one. I'm kinda upset having bought the rolling chassis (see other post) based on it listed as a truck chassis. Guess I should have done more investigating. Live and learn. Scott __________________ 1963 C10 swb fleetside 1966 GMC G1000 Handi-bus (future project) 1955 Chevy 2 dr. wagon

11-16-2007, 05:41 PM	#8
duallyjams Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: Deale Md Posts: 4,663	Re: What needs to be done to convert a blazer frame into a truck What year frame? 67-72 The only mount on the frame that is the same is the mount under the cowl (very front of the cab) all the other mounts are different, also the rear of the frame where the bumper bolts up is different. You might be better off to resell the blazer frame and buy a truck frame. I have two bare frames one of each.I"ll post some pics tomorrow for you so you can see the difference. James __________________ James 63 GMC V6 4speed carryall 65 chevy swb bbw V8 auto 68 K20 327/4 speed, buddy buckets 2002 GMC CC Dually Duramax 64 GMC lwb 3/4 V6 4speed SOLD 66 GMC swb bbw buddy buckets SOLD IG duallyjams The only thing that stays the same is constant change!

11-16-2007, 09:14 PM	#9
ScottH Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Hampstead, NC Posts: 8,190	Re: What needs to be done to convert a blazer frame into a truck James, thanks, I would greatly appreciate it. I believe the cab mounts were changed, plus it was lifted 2" which I read in another post is needed. Still finding out what is what with this thing. Scott __________________ 1963 C10 swb fleetside 1966 GMC G1000 Handi-bus (future project) 1955 Chevy 2 dr. wagon

11-17-2007, 04:04 AM	#10
Mudder Registered User Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: East Central, MO Posts: 11,336	Re: What needs to be done to convert a blazer frame into a truck This isn't the frame that was in primer and went for around 500 is it?

11-17-2007, 04:42 AM	#11
earl87gta Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Kingsport TN Posts: 4,641	Re: What needs to be done to convert a blazer frame into a truck you could aways do the trazer convertion and cut the bed down to fit the blazer frame I aways thought they looked cool. __________________ Earl 68 2500 4x4 GMC Burb

11-17-2007, 09:17 AM	#12
ScottH Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Hampstead, NC Posts: 8,190	Re: What needs to be done to convert a blazer frame into a truck Mudder, yupper that's the one. It's not just a frame, it includes everything shown, both axles rebuilt, new springs, four wheel disc setup, Dana 20 rebuilt, new drive shafts, etc. __________________ 1963 C10 swb fleetside 1966 GMC G1000 Handi-bus (future project) 1955 Chevy 2 dr. wagon Last edited by ScottH; 11-17-2007 at 09:19 AM.

11-17-2007, 04:29 PM	#13
duallyjams Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: Deale Md Posts: 4,663	Re: What needs to be done to convert a blazer frame into a truck hope this helps __________________ James 63 GMC V6 4speed carryall 65 chevy swb bbw V8 auto 68 K20 327/4 speed, buddy buckets 2002 GMC CC Dually Duramax 64 GMC lwb 3/4 V6 4speed SOLD 66 GMC swb bbw buddy buckets SOLD IG duallyjams The only thing that stays the same is constant change!

11-17-2007, 07:27 PM	#14
ScottH Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Hampstead, NC Posts: 8,190	Re: What needs to be done to convert a blazer frame into a truck duallyjams, thanks! Just what I needed. Scott __________________ 1963 C10 swb fleetside 1966 GMC G1000 Handi-bus (future project) 1955 Chevy 2 dr. wagon

11-18-2007, 01:11 PM	#15
earl87gta Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Kingsport TN Posts: 4,641	Re: What needs to be done to convert a blazer frame into a truck not all blazer frames are that way my 72 looked like your bottom bumper pic and my 71 had the top bumper pic. __________________ Earl 68 2500 4x4 GMC Burb



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11-18-2007, 04:01 PM	#16
1969k10stepside Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: USA Posts: 21,019	Re: What needs to be done to convert a blazer frame into a truck The '72 Blazers/Jimmys were the only year to have the rear frame horns with the back capped off and angled down. Last edited by 1969k10stepside; 11-18-2007 at 04:01 PM.

11-21-2007, 09:01 PM	#17
6869704X4 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: SE NM Posts: 769	Re: What needs to be done to convert a blazer frame into a truck The factory assembly manual shows some frame dimensions. __________________ The more I learn about women, the more I love my truck.

11-22-2007, 12:47 PM	#18
bufmatmuslepants Junior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Hampstead, NC Posts: 313	Re: What needs to be done to convert a blazer frame into a truck i saw a cool picture someone posted of a "ultra" short bed chevy where they shortened the bed of a pickup and tossed it on the blazer frame, so the bed was about 5 feet and didnt have to lengthen the frame. also would probably be a beast off road with the short wheelbase. just a thought... __________________ 1979 K10 reg cab short bed 33x12.50s - GONE 1988 4x4 reg cab long bed 337k miles - GONE 1995 Z71 GU6 G80 F44 ext cab short bed 149k 305/70/16s - GONE 1995 NZZ GT4 2dr Tahoe 3" lift 14 bolt sf 155k 305/70/16s - GONE 1994 Z28 M6 1995 Z71 GT4 G80 ext cab short bed 215k GONE 1997 GT4 G80 Yukon 4 door leather, sunroof 168k miles GONE 2003 Avalanche Z71 GT4 G80 165k miles

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