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bigbadchev72 · 10-25-2007, 10:22 PM

well I finally got around to repairing and installing the top on my blazer, Problem is, the rear hatch wont latch, I think I am missing some hardware. Its too dark to take pictures tonight, but if anyone has them handy it would be awesome! It is just bungee corded shut for now.

bigbadchev72 · 10-26-2007, 11:56 AM

anyone? How in the heck does this thing latch?!!?

Huck · 10-26-2007, 03:38 PM

YOu should have pivoting latches in the hatch and vertical rods about an inch long that bolt onto the top at the mount bracket.

fun in dirt · 10-26-2007, 05:30 PM

Good question! I would like to see some pics too!
Mine has the latch on the hatch, but nothing on the tailgate...or does it latch into the side of the top?

Long Roof · 10-26-2007, 09:05 PM

From what I can remember it does latch to the top on each side and the handle works like a garage door locking mechanism. Rotate the handle and the rods pull in. The tailgate and hatch latch independently.

Aaron

bigbadchev72 · 10-26-2007, 10:15 PM

My tailgate latches fine, It is the top fiberglass hatch, It is just flapping in the wind, I just got the blazer in june and have not had any experience with it yet and need to figure out what I am missing?

old man jimmy · 10-27-2007, 12:11 AM

They have kinda a flatened u-shaped pieces of metal low on each side of the top. If you look on the sides of your hatch when open you should see the latches that hook into them. You also should be able to see a couple holes on each side of your top where they were. It's late, dark and cold out right now, or I'd take a picture of them. Will get a shot off to you tomorrow, if someone doesn't do it first.

bigbadchev72 · 10-28-2007, 01:31 AM

come on guys i just need a pic and maybe some measurements! I have an idea but would appreciate some pics here, Im gonna fab something, just need a pic to go by

bigbadchev72 · 10-28-2007, 04:10 PM

come one guys Im not the only one here with a single wall top. Anything would be great, Especially the measurments and how far out the stick out!

LUV2XCLR8 · 10-28-2007, 04:32 PM

Hope this helps some, my top is off right now

bigbadchev72 · 10-28-2007, 07:19 PM

here is what I am working with, please show me what I am missing!

BobbyK · 10-28-2007, 11:30 PM

TonyJohnson · 10-29-2007, 11:37 AM

Anybody sell those?

LUV2XCLR8 · 10-29-2007, 11:40 AM

Used only, Check Evil Bay

**6t727t2** · 10-29-2007, 12:20 PM

Have a set of these f/s in the parts section.

Blue4x4 · 10-30-2007, 10:13 PM

I notice that the catch assemblies are opposite of each other. Which is the correct position?

71jimmy · 10-31-2007, 01:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Blue4x4

I notice that the catch assemblies are opposite of each other. Which is the correct position?

The black one!!!

OOPS! Just checked mine, the red hinge shows the correct orientation. Should of checked before answering, the old mind is going as well as eye sight and ....................

fun in dirt · 10-31-2007, 10:16 AM

Thanks for the assembly pics LUV2XCLR8...very helpful!!!

bigbadchev72 · 02-26-2008, 07:09 AM

ok guys, i just got some catches for my rear hatch and installed them today, i think i know why mine were gone now, i had the tailgate down when i shut the latch thankfully. it locked and it appears that both the rods for the realease are not hooked to the handle, does anyone have a write-up on replacing the handle? mine has no keys and i heard that a garage door handle works?

10-25-2007, 10:22 PM	#1
bigbadchev72 People know me Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Hermiston, oregon Posts: 840	single wall top help well I finally got around to repairing and installing the top on my blazer, Problem is, the rear hatch wont latch, I think I am missing some hardware. Its too dark to take pictures tonight, but if anyone has them handy it would be awesome! It is just bungee corded shut for now. __________________ 1972 k/5 blazer CST 4X4 Crate 350, th350/205, dana44with trac-loc/14 bolt with detroit locker, 4 wheel discs 4.56s, 8" suspension lift using 73-87springs, 1" zerorate custom front crossmember, HAD CV drivelines and driveshaft e-brake, full cage, PRP seats, Full autometer gauges, 38x14.5x16 Toyo M/Ts, 16x10 Polished aluminum rockcrusher wheels 1967 longbox 4x4, Strong 400/400/208, 44/12bolt 4.10s, 6" lift, 35" Toyo M/Ts on corvette rally wheels

10-26-2007, 11:56 AM	#2
bigbadchev72 People know me Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Hermiston, oregon Posts: 840	Re: single wall top help anyone? How in the heck does this thing latch?!!? __________________ 1972 k/5 blazer CST 4X4 Crate 350, th350/205, dana44with trac-loc/14 bolt with detroit locker, 4 wheel discs 4.56s, 8" suspension lift using 73-87springs, 1" zerorate custom front crossmember, HAD CV drivelines and driveshaft e-brake, full cage, PRP seats, Full autometer gauges, 38x14.5x16 Toyo M/Ts, 16x10 Polished aluminum rockcrusher wheels 1967 longbox 4x4, Strong 400/400/208, 44/12bolt 4.10s, 6" lift, 35" Toyo M/Ts on corvette rally wheels

10-26-2007, 03:38 PM	#3
Huck Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Shelbyville, KY Posts: 3,261	Re: single wall top help YOu should have pivoting latches in the hatch and vertical rods about an inch long that bolt onto the top at the mount bracket.

10-26-2007, 05:30 PM	#4
fun in dirt Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Mississippi Posts: 2,122	Re: single wall top help Good question! I would like to see some pics too! Mine has the latch on the hatch, but nothing on the tailgate...or does it latch into the side of the top? __________________ '72 C to K20 "Cannibalizer" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...32#post8653432 '85 K30 "Big Nassy" [B]'85 C10 [B] "Corpse" '01 2500 Suburban ...party wagon & tow truck '06 Silverado SS...DD '06 C1500 WT...DD '07 Classic C1500 WT...DD Built & sold cause can't keep 'em all: '72 Blazer "The Bucket" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=433190 '55 Chevy straight axle gasser https://www.trifive.com/forums/showthread.php?t=173938 '69 Pro Street Chevelle http://www.chevelles.com/forums/showthread.php?t=332541 '86 M1031 CUCV http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=553619

10-26-2007, 09:05 PM	#5
Long Roof Old School, New Style Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Monroeville, Ohio Posts: 790	Re: single wall top help From what I can remember it does latch to the top on each side and the handle works like a garage door locking mechanism. Rotate the handle and the rods pull in. The tailgate and hatch latch independently. Aaron __________________ The Good: - 72 GMC Jimmy 4x4 - 307 cid / 350 th - 70 Chevy Suburban 1/2T 2wd - 454 cid /400 th - 96 Chevy Impala SS - mainly stock - 98 Chevy Tahoe LT 4x4 - all stock The Bad: - 86 Chevy Suburban 1/2T 4x4 - winter beater The Ugly: - 72 Chevy Suburban 1/2T 2wd - parts truck

10-26-2007, 10:15 PM	#6
bigbadchev72 People know me Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Hermiston, oregon Posts: 840	Re: single wall top help My tailgate latches fine, It is the top fiberglass hatch, It is just flapping in the wind, I just got the blazer in june and have not had any experience with it yet and need to figure out what I am missing? __________________ 1972 k/5 blazer CST 4X4 Crate 350, th350/205, dana44with trac-loc/14 bolt with detroit locker, 4 wheel discs 4.56s, 8" suspension lift using 73-87springs, 1" zerorate custom front crossmember, HAD CV drivelines and driveshaft e-brake, full cage, PRP seats, Full autometer gauges, 38x14.5x16 Toyo M/Ts, 16x10 Polished aluminum rockcrusher wheels 1967 longbox 4x4, Strong 400/400/208, 44/12bolt 4.10s, 6" lift, 35" Toyo M/Ts on corvette rally wheels

10-27-2007, 12:11 AM	#7
old man jimmy Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: texas Posts: 329	Re: single wall top help They have kinda a flatened u-shaped pieces of metal low on each side of the top. If you look on the sides of your hatch when open you should see the latches that hook into them. You also should be able to see a couple holes on each side of your top where they were. It's late, dark and cold out right now, or I'd take a picture of them. Will get a shot off to you tomorrow, if someone doesn't do it first.

10-28-2007, 01:31 AM	#8
bigbadchev72 People know me Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Hermiston, oregon Posts: 840	Re: single wall top help come on guys i just need a pic and maybe some measurements! I have an idea but would appreciate some pics here, Im gonna fab something, just need a pic to go by __________________ 1972 k/5 blazer CST 4X4 Crate 350, th350/205, dana44with trac-loc/14 bolt with detroit locker, 4 wheel discs 4.56s, 8" suspension lift using 73-87springs, 1" zerorate custom front crossmember, HAD CV drivelines and driveshaft e-brake, full cage, PRP seats, Full autometer gauges, 38x14.5x16 Toyo M/Ts, 16x10 Polished aluminum rockcrusher wheels 1967 longbox 4x4, Strong 400/400/208, 44/12bolt 4.10s, 6" lift, 35" Toyo M/Ts on corvette rally wheels

10-28-2007, 04:10 PM	#9
bigbadchev72 People know me Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Hermiston, oregon Posts: 840	Re: single wall top help come one guys Im not the only one here with a single wall top. Anything would be great, Especially the measurments and how far out the stick out! __________________ 1972 k/5 blazer CST 4X4 Crate 350, th350/205, dana44with trac-loc/14 bolt with detroit locker, 4 wheel discs 4.56s, 8" suspension lift using 73-87springs, 1" zerorate custom front crossmember, HAD CV drivelines and driveshaft e-brake, full cage, PRP seats, Full autometer gauges, 38x14.5x16 Toyo M/Ts, 16x10 Polished aluminum rockcrusher wheels 1967 longbox 4x4, Strong 400/400/208, 44/12bolt 4.10s, 6" lift, 35" Toyo M/Ts on corvette rally wheels

10-28-2007, 04:32 PM	#10
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,468	Re: single wall top help Hope this helps some, my top is off right now Attached Images __________________ 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

10-28-2007, 07:19 PM	#11
bigbadchev72 People know me Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Hermiston, oregon Posts: 840	Re: single wall top help here is what I am working with, please show me what I am missing! __________________ 1972 k/5 blazer CST 4X4 Crate 350, th350/205, dana44with trac-loc/14 bolt with detroit locker, 4 wheel discs 4.56s, 8" suspension lift using 73-87springs, 1" zerorate custom front crossmember, HAD CV drivelines and driveshaft e-brake, full cage, PRP seats, Full autometer gauges, 38x14.5x16 Toyo M/Ts, 16x10 Polished aluminum rockcrusher wheels 1967 longbox 4x4, Strong 400/400/208, 44/12bolt 4.10s, 6" lift, 35" Toyo M/Ts on corvette rally wheels Last edited by bigbadchev72; 10-28-2007 at 07:19 PM.

10-28-2007, 11:30 PM	#12
BobbyK Registered User Join Date: May 2000 Location: Petrolia,Ontario,Canada but working in Port Huron,Mi. Posts: 1,772	Re: single wall top help __________________ 71 blazer,350SBC,approx.375HP,700R4,factory GM TPI.Dual electric fans,33x12.5x15 ATR on stock suspension. Petrolia,Ontario,Canada but working in Port Huron,MI. See ALL my Blazer pic's HERE Last edited by BobbyK; 10-28-2007 at 11:31 PM.

10-29-2007, 11:37 AM	#13
TonyJohnson Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Cheboygan, MI Posts: 998	Re: single wall top help Anybody sell those? __________________ Tony Johnson -- '71 Blazer w/L-31 Vortec 350, SM465, NP205, performer intake, edelbrock 1406, HEI, 4" lift, Boyd EFI tank, Vintage A/C My Blazer --

10-29-2007, 11:40 AM	#14
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,468	Re: single wall top help Used only, Check Evil Bay __________________ 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

10-29-2007, 12:20 PM	#15
6t727t2 Active Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: NJ Posts: 6,458	Re: single wall top help Have a set of these f/s in the parts section. Attached Images



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10-30-2007, 10:13 PM	#16
Blue4x4 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Sparks, NV Posts: 790	Re: single wall top help I notice that the catch assemblies are opposite of each other. Which is the correct position? Attached Images

10-31-2007, 10:16 AM	#18
fun in dirt Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Mississippi Posts: 2,122	Re: single wall top help Thanks for the assembly pics LUV2XCLR8...very helpful!!! __________________ '72 C to K20 "Cannibalizer" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...32#post8653432 '85 K30 "Big Nassy" [B]'85 C10 [B] "Corpse" '01 2500 Suburban ...party wagon & tow truck '06 Silverado SS...DD '06 C1500 WT...DD '07 Classic C1500 WT...DD Built & sold cause can't keep 'em all: '72 Blazer "The Bucket" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=433190 '55 Chevy straight axle gasser https://www.trifive.com/forums/showthread.php?t=173938 '69 Pro Street Chevelle http://www.chevelles.com/forums/showthread.php?t=332541 '86 M1031 CUCV http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=553619

02-26-2008, 07:09 AM	#19
bigbadchev72 People know me Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Hermiston, oregon Posts: 840	Re: single wall top help ok guys, i just got some catches for my rear hatch and installed them today, i think i know why mine were gone now, i had the tailgate down when i shut the latch thankfully. it locked and it appears that both the rods for the realease are not hooked to the handle, does anyone have a write-up on replacing the handle? mine has no keys and i heard that a garage door handle works? __________________ 1972 k/5 blazer CST 4X4 Crate 350, th350/205, dana44with trac-loc/14 bolt with detroit locker, 4 wheel discs 4.56s, 8" suspension lift using 73-87springs, 1" zerorate custom front crossmember, HAD CV drivelines and driveshaft e-brake, full cage, PRP seats, Full autometer gauges, 38x14.5x16 Toyo M/Ts, 16x10 Polished aluminum rockcrusher wheels 1967 longbox 4x4, Strong 400/400/208, 44/12bolt 4.10s, 6" lift, 35" Toyo M/Ts on corvette rally wheels

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