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bigblock73 · 05-13-2003, 11:29 PM

Stumbled across what I think is a hell of a deal tonight...and seller needs to get rid of it ASAP.

1976 2WD Blazer

- lowered 4/5?
- excellent running 350/350/12 bolt (ratio unknown)
- sway bar
- AC (blows cold!)
- 88,000 orig miles
- rally wheels
- 98% rust free, 1 dent on the roof (tree?)
- brand new dual exhaust out the sides behind rear wheels

And most unique feature...it has woodgrain trim!

(I like strange things!)

The truck is un-molested and is what I would call a survivor...but the paint is faded and the woodgrain ia SLIGHTLY peeling in places...but still looks good IMO.

The guy will take no less than $2100...I want it baaaaaaad, but need to do some creative financing. I can't quit thinking about it!

Is it worth it based on what you have read so far?

...Jeff

*1FaastC10* · 05-13-2003, 11:47 PM

2wd Blazer, BUY IT!

BigRed · 05-14-2003, 12:21 AM

For a northern truck, sounds like a heck of a deal!

**N2TRUX** · 05-14-2003, 12:59 AM

That's a good deal. The price of clean 2wd's are climbing. If it's as clean as you say, and NO RUST, then go for it.
Please don't pass on it, and announce it on here. I may have to take a look myself.

BTW- Can you please take pics of it? I have seen very few trucks/Blazers with the woodgran insert. I can't find much info about what years it was available...

BTW- I'm strange too. I like the woodgran insert too

TIMSPEED · 05-14-2003, 02:08 AM

What wood grain insert are we talking about? I have woodgrain ALL over inside my 75 Cheyenne (Silervado options). So..any desciptions?

79BIG10 · 05-14-2003, 02:44 AM

I'd jump on it as well. A rust free northern 2wd blazer is rare indeed!!

LMN8R · 05-14-2003, 03:02 AM

Timspeed,
the woodgrain he is talking about runs down the side of the truck, like on the Jeep Grand Wagoneers of the mid 80's to early 90's. Makes it look like an old "Woody Wagon"(That's what people call my '88).

LMN8R · 05-14-2003, 03:11 AM

bigblock73,
If you should happen to buy this truck and want to replace the woodgrain, check out "phoenixgraphix.com" and "stencilsandstripes.com" they both carry replacement woodgrain. Phoenix sells 24inch x 40foot rolls for $300, and Stencils and Stripes sells 16inch x 30 foot rolls for $140. Hopefully yours will be 16 inches wide or less so you can buy the cheaper. They both carry 3 different styles- Marine Teak, Burma Oak, And Cherry Oak. Marine Teak matches my Grand Wagoneer, but I don't know what grain the Blazer would have. Hope this Helps!

littlebubba · 05-14-2003, 08:38 AM

If it is a "survivor" and hasn't been all cobbled up, and the sheetmetal is straight and rustfree, jump on it! Sounds like a heck of a deal. As for the rarity, they are getting hard to find, but not impossible. The rarity is in the fact that it is a 2WD chassis. You can always find another body to put on the frame. If you can't grab it, let us know. Gotta keep these alive!! Yes they make nice cruisers, with a drop and healthy drivetrain. That and not every body has one!

**Captkaos** · 05-14-2003, 09:24 AM

I personally would buy it for that. That is an EXCELLENT price.
Keep focused on the 73 though, don't make 2 projects for yourself..

bigblock73 · 05-14-2003, 11:44 PM

LMN8R,

Thanks for the graphics sites, if I end up getting it I might purchase some...there is a bare spot on the pass door I might redo. I am going to keep this truck in "un-restored" condition and just make it look clean and drive it...kind of a "toy" while I finish up Yeller.

Chris don't worry...I will not lose focus.

BTW - I probably won't have the blazer too long, Once I finish my truck I am going to sell or trade it for a 3/4 ton 2WD long bed 73-80 for a tow rig/parts chaser....but that is at least a year and a half away.

-Jeff

79BIG10 · 05-15-2003, 08:51 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by bigblock73
BTW - I probably won't have the blazer too long, Once I finish my truck I am going to sell or trade it for a 3/4 ton 2WD long bed 73-80 for a tow rig/parts chaser....but that is at least a year and a half away.

-Jeff

I got scared there for a second. I was reading that like you were going to finish Yeller then sell it. I was like no way!! But I understand now.

bigblock73 · 05-15-2003, 08:58 AM

The 73 is coming with me when I die!!! I am never going to sell it...too attached to it! Once you wrench on something soo long and spend that much time working on it/driving it....it becomes like a family member.

...Jeff

**Captkaos** · 05-15-2003, 01:05 PM

Call me if you sell it!

bigblock73 · 05-15-2003, 01:38 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Captkaos
Call me if you sell it!

You are talking about the Blazer right? If that is the case...sure. You could always buy me an equally nice (pricewise too) truck from down there in Alabama (where I assume rust isn't an issue?) and we could trade. But I am going to enjoy it for a while and of course it will be another vehicle i have to "store" during the winter...like I need that!

-Jeff

**swervin ervin** · 05-15-2003, 08:55 PM

Good luck with it Jeff. You never know, you may like it so good, you don't want to sell it.

2wd blazers are very, very, cool, when fixed right.

84Stepper · 05-15-2003, 10:28 PM

I love the older 2wd blazers!!! I almost bought one but when I called the guy it was already sold...I was sad for a while. Hope you get it man, good luck!

littlebubba · 05-15-2003, 10:33 PM

If when the time comes that your going to get rid of the Blazer, and the Capt. doesn't take you up on it, count me in as #2 in line!

arveetek · 05-16-2003, 10:20 AM

I had a '77 2WD Blazer with worn-out 305, rebuilt TH350, 3.08 rear, and a rusted body. I was still able to get $1500 for it when I sold it.

Sounds like this one is in much better shape for not much more money.

**Captkaos** · 05-16-2003, 10:37 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by bigblock73
You are talking about the Blazer right? If that is the case...sure. You could always buy me an equally nice (pricewise too) truck from down there in Alabama (where I assume rust isn't an issue?) and we could trade. But I am going to enjoy it for a while and of course it will be another vehicle i have to "store" during the winter...like I need that!

-Jeff

Yep, the Blazer! That could be a possibility. Storing.. that is what I am talking about. Doing that now. Except I am storing 6...
Buddy of mine sold his 2wd just about a month ago for $3000.

LOHRTBT · 05-16-2003, 11:06 AM

Sounds like a heck of a deal. I would go for it!

**Captkaos** · 05-16-2003, 02:59 PM

Re-read my statement and wanted to clarify.. It is a possibility that I could purchase a equivelent pickup for your Blazer.

05-13-2003, 11:29 PM	#1
bigblock73 yeller Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Twin Cities Posts: 13,824	worth it? Stumbled across what I think is a hell of a deal tonight...and seller needs to get rid of it ASAP. 1976 2WD Blazer - lowered 4/5? - excellent running 350/350/12 bolt (ratio unknown) - sway bar - AC (blows cold!) - 88,000 orig miles - rally wheels - 98% rust free, 1 dent on the roof (tree?) - brand new dual exhaust out the sides behind rear wheels And most unique feature...it has woodgrain trim! (I like strange things!) The truck is un-molested and is what I would call a survivor...but the paint is faded and the woodgrain ia SLIGHTLY peeling in places...but still looks good IMO. The guy will take no less than $2100...I want it baaaaaaad, but need to do some creative financing. I can't quit thinking about it! Is it worth it based on what you have read so far? ...Jeff

05-14-2003, 12:21 AM	#3
BigRed Registered User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: DFW, TX Posts: 1,680	For a northern truck, sounds like a heck of a deal! __________________ Scott Shelbourne

05-14-2003, 12:59 AM	#4
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	That's a good deal. The price of clean 2wd's are climbing. If it's as clean as you say, and NO RUST, then go for it. Please don't pass on it, and announce it on here. I may have to take a look myself. BTW- Can you please take pics of it? I have seen very few trucks/Blazers with the woodgran insert. I can't find much info about what years it was available... BTW- I'm strange too. I like the woodgran insert too __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

05-14-2003, 02:08 AM	#5
TIMSPEED Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Modesto, CA Posts: 1,321	What wood grain insert are we talking about? I have woodgrain ALL over inside my 75 Cheyenne (Silervado options). So..any desciptions? __________________ I have a few cars... See Them Here

05-14-2003, 02:44 AM	#6
79BIG10 I'm back with 2nd truck! Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Texas Posts: 3,774	I'd jump on it as well. A rust free northern 2wd blazer is rare indeed!! __________________ 1979 Chevrolet Bonanza Big10 "Tootsie Roll" 1985 Chevrolet Silverado (wife's) Member of the Southern Bowties Club "Don't underestimate how sexy a fat man who drinks to excess can be." Homer Simpson

05-13-2003, 11:47 PM	#2
1FaastC10 Account Suspended Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Elkhart, IN Posts: 6,399	2wd Blazer, BUY IT!

05-14-2003, 03:02 AM	#7
LMN8R Registered User Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Crawfordsville, IN USA Posts: 84	Timspeed, the woodgrain he is talking about runs down the side of the truck, like on the Jeep Grand Wagoneers of the mid 80's to early 90's. Makes it look like an old "Woody Wagon"(That's what people call my '88). __________________ 1986 Silverado CrewCab Dually 454 auto.

05-14-2003, 03:11 AM	#8
LMN8R Registered User Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Crawfordsville, IN USA Posts: 84	bigblock73, If you should happen to buy this truck and want to replace the woodgrain, check out "phoenixgraphix.com" and "stencilsandstripes.com" they both carry replacement woodgrain. Phoenix sells 24inch x 40foot rolls for $300, and Stencils and Stripes sells 16inch x 30 foot rolls for $140. Hopefully yours will be 16 inches wide or less so you can buy the cheaper. They both carry 3 different styles- Marine Teak, Burma Oak, And Cherry Oak. Marine Teak matches my Grand Wagoneer, but I don't know what grain the Blazer would have. Hope this Helps! __________________ 1986 Silverado CrewCab Dually 454 auto.

05-14-2003, 08:38 AM	#9
littlebubba Registered User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Clinton Twp., Michigan Posts: 321	Good Buy If it is a "survivor" and hasn't been all cobbled up, and the sheetmetal is straight and rustfree, jump on it! Sounds like a heck of a deal. As for the rarity, they are getting hard to find, but not impossible. The rarity is in the fact that it is a 2WD chassis. You can always find another body to put on the frame. If you can't grab it, let us know. Gotta keep these alive!! Yes they make nice cruisers, with a drop and healthy drivetrain. That and not every body has one!

05-14-2003, 09:24 AM	#10
Captkaos www.73-87chevytrucks.com Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Birmingham, AL Posts: 6,935	I personally would buy it for that. That is an EXCELLENT price. Keep focused on the 73 though, don't make 2 projects for yourself.. __________________ Chris Lucas 1973 Chevy C-10 1978 GMC Jimmy (2WD) - SOLD 1987 R10 twin turbo LS 1991 R3500 SRW CrewCab 1985 K5 diesel swapped project 1989 K5 2WD conversion w/ Vette susp Project Captkaos Customs 73-87chevytrucks.com

05-14-2003, 11:44 PM	#11
bigblock73 yeller Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Twin Cities Posts: 13,824	LMN8R, Thanks for the graphics sites, if I end up getting it I might purchase some...there is a bare spot on the pass door I might redo. I am going to keep this truck in "un-restored" condition and just make it look clean and drive it...kind of a "toy" while I finish up Yeller. Chris don't worry...I will not lose focus. BTW - I probably won't have the blazer too long, Once I finish my truck I am going to sell or trade it for a 3/4 ton 2WD long bed 73-80 for a tow rig/parts chaser....but that is at least a year and a half away. -Jeff

05-15-2003, 08:58 AM	#13
bigblock73 yeller Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Twin Cities Posts: 13,824	The 73 is coming with me when I die!!! I am never going to sell it...too attached to it! Once you wrench on something soo long and spend that much time working on it/driving it....it becomes like a family member. ...Jeff

05-15-2003, 01:05 PM	#14
Captkaos www.73-87chevytrucks.com Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Birmingham, AL Posts: 6,935	Call me if you sell it! __________________ Chris Lucas 1973 Chevy C-10 1978 GMC Jimmy (2WD) - SOLD 1987 R10 twin turbo LS 1991 R3500 SRW CrewCab 1985 K5 diesel swapped project 1989 K5 2WD conversion w/ Vette susp Project Captkaos Customs 73-87chevytrucks.com

05-15-2003, 08:55 PM	#16
swervin ervin You get what you pay for Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Cherryville, NC Posts: 4,798	Good luck with it Jeff. You never know, you may like it so good, you don't want to sell it. 2wd blazers are very, very, cool, when fixed right. __________________ Mike 1985 Chevy C-10

05-15-2003, 10:28 PM	#17
84Stepper Registered User Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Edmond, Oklahoma Posts: 425	I love the older 2wd blazers!!! I almost bought one but when I called the guy it was already sold...I was sad for a while. Hope you get it man, good luck! __________________ 84 Chevy Stepside, 350, TH350, 268h Comp cam, Hooker headers, MSD Pro Billet, Edelbrock Performer manifold and 1604 carb, 40 Series Flowmasters dumped, and Western Chassis 3/5 drop w/ c notch. New 3:73 Eaton Posi



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05-15-2003, 10:33 PM	#18
littlebubba Registered User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Clinton Twp., Michigan Posts: 321	Next If when the time comes that your going to get rid of the Blazer, and the Capt. doesn't take you up on it, count me in as #2 in line!

05-16-2003, 10:20 AM	#19
arveetek Ultimate Diesel Dude Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Southwest Missouri Posts: 328	I had a '77 2WD Blazer with worn-out 305, rebuilt TH350, 3.08 rear, and a rusted body. I was still able to get $1500 for it when I sold it. Sounds like this one is in much better shape for not much more money. __________________ Project truck: '81 C/20 converted to 6.2L TURBO DIESEL bored .040", gear drive, 6.5L injectors/pump, custom pistons, custom 4" exhaust, 700R4, 4.10's Daily Driver: '95 K1500 Tahoe, 6.5L TURBO DIESEL, NP241, 4L80E, 3.42's

05-16-2003, 11:06 AM	#21
LOHRTBT BeWarE tHe eViL CrAnkTOe! Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Yukon, OK Posts: 3,605	Sounds like a heck of a deal. I would go for it! __________________ ~Dave~ You can call me Mike, Mike Oxlong - 1986 Chevy SWB - Stock for now - *1986 Chevy Custom SWB* *Stolen 6/26/05* - 1985 Chevy SWB SOLD - 1999 T/A Some mods www.cardomain.com/id/ramairdave AIM Screenname - Jester84

05-16-2003, 02:59 PM	#22
Captkaos www.73-87chevytrucks.com Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Birmingham, AL Posts: 6,935	Re-read my statement and wanted to clarify.. It is a possibility that I could purchase a equivelent pickup for your Blazer. __________________ Chris Lucas 1973 Chevy C-10 1978 GMC Jimmy (2WD) - SOLD 1987 R10 twin turbo LS 1991 R3500 SRW CrewCab 1985 K5 diesel swapped project 1989 K5 2WD conversion w/ Vette susp Project Captkaos Customs 73-87chevytrucks.com

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