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Re: Building a Blazer - vtblazer's Way
Is this gonna be all out restoration or is thebody mounted for good on the frame the way it is??
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Re: Building a Blazer - vtblazer's Way
Looking good already - I'm really digging the Hummer rims - hmmm, those would look killer on my K5!
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I love the orange too. (always wanted one this color) The blazer will end up looking very close to the way it sits right now, orange with a white top and I'm leaving the alloy wheels without any center caps, cause I'm diggin' the rugged look it gives, seeing the hubs. ![]() With the H2's, the front tires are inside of the fenders, which in my state will getcha a ticket if their not. (bonus) Still searching for one more H2 wheel for the spare if anybody comes across one... |
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I bought a set of 4 for $200 off of ebay and they sell singles quite a bit, too. I am using mine on my 72 2wd Blazer project with the 3/4 ton suspension I put under it!! I think they kinda look cool, again mine will be used on a 2wd with a 255/50 r 17 tire as the 2wd is lowered 4"/6". Very sweet, BTW I have a really nice orange Blazer gate, with the OE paint and all?? |
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Pulled out a couple more parts that I've been saving for this build and let em meet each other...
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Very nice...what might that be out of?
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Re: Building a Blazer - vtblazer's Way
I can look for a rim at Carlisle... what should it cost for a nice straight one?
PM me your number and I can call you if I find something.
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I can look, Some guys think it's a "$Barrett-Jackson$" Carlisle show though...
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It's not running yet? You slacker!
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That thing looks great already, couple guys in NJ parting out blazers...JC, 6t727t2, ScottH.. That one Mike is talking about has a good goodwrench motor in it, I forget if you have a motor or not
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that thing looks friggin SWEET!
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Talk to mgross about a frame coating.There`s a great product out of NJ.What trans will you use?Do you have that,yet?My shortbed will be along the same lines.Maybe they can cruise together sometime.Prolly won`t have mine done until after about four more of your projects are done.
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700r and a 241 T-case. (forgot those in my original post didn't I?) The only parts left to aquire are the seats and cage tubing. Then it's finding the time to assemble it all. |
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That was one day's work? Dayum, that goes quick when it's all rust-free!
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Looking good. I like the looks especially with the hummer wheels
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So the motor is ready as is? That's cool. Will you be cleaning it up and slapping some paint on it?
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Re: Building a Blazer - vtblazer's Way
Any progress over the weekend?
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That ain't bustin', that's jealousy
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Gathering info, deciding on suspension...phone calls to make this week.
Gotta 'nother one...want it? I'd like to give you a shout regarding the Alcan springs, mind pm'ing your number? |
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I didn't forget ya on the tailgate, my IP is retarded so i can get on at work but not at home and cannot shoot picts from work. Hopefully tomorrow they will come and fix it?! Looking sweet, going to run nice with the EFI!!
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No real hurry, gotta get the frame/drivetrain done before I even think about the body & paint.
Did place my order for the shackle flip, engine cross member and disc conversion last night though. Have another rolling chassis available now too, this will allow me to work on the frame I'll be using AND have the body portable. ![]() Found an "oops" while looking over the tub the other day... ![]() Dispite how careful we were when we laid the tub back onto the chassis, we missed one body bolt and being it didn't make the hole, it raised up the bed floor some. Not a huge ordeal but still... Last edited by vtblazer; 08-13-2008 at 07:00 AM. |
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