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03-27-2024, 03:30 PM
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Blazer wins again
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03-28-2024, 10:29 AM
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Location: Oregon
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Re: Blazer wins again
Sometimes I wish I wasn’t on this quest to make mine nice. It would be so much fun to just rally around as a hunting rig! Maybe I need another
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03-28-2024, 10:56 AM
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All stock and staying that way
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Location: Elkland, PA
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Re: Blazer wins again
The "other vehicle" was more of a competitor to a Jeep CJ5 or IH Scout. In just about every metric, the Blazer smoked it. The only downside to the larger sized Blazer is off road maneuverability.
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1970 K/5 Blazer CST 4WD, Medium Bronze, 93k ACT. miles, 350, 4 speed, rear positraction, 16.5" x 8.25" HD wheel option, tilt, tach, vacuum, AM/FM, manual throttle...Dad ordered and purchased new 4/70. Currently frame off restoration finally getting close to completion..  1972 Cheyenne Super 20 2WD, DK Blue/White, 90K ACT. miles, 402, TH400, 4.10 open, tilt, tach, vacuum, A/C, AM/FM, manual throttle.. A mostly original paint never rusted Texas survivor...  2017 Sierra 1500 SLT 4WD, Black, 45k miles, 5.3, 6L80E, 3.42 LS, 20" polished wheels, everything but moonroof and 6.2... 2019 Canyon SLT 4WD, White, 62k miles, 3.6, 8L45, 3.23 LS, 18" wheels |
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03-29-2024, 09:39 PM
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Re: Blazer wins again
I'm probably going to step on some toes here but i'm guessing the blazer was posi front and rear and the bronco was open both ends. i owned a bronco with 4:10s and posi front and rear and it would climb almost anything, it didn't like snow/ice and soft mud with posi front it wouldn't turn in the soft stuff, it plowed straight ahead. my 72 super K20 was also posi front and rear with 3:73s and would go almost anywhere too, just couldn't fit in tight spots the bronco could. i really like them both and they both performed quite well in the mountains here in the sierras. just my 2 cents.
my dad has owned 4x4s since the early 50s and i learned to drive in his 70 stepside 4x4, until he stopped driving several years back he could still scare the he!! out of me where he could put a truck and get back out. 
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jerry moss 72 cheyenne super K20- tilt,tach,vacuum,speedwarning,buckets,shoulder belts,am/fm,tow hooks,bumper guards,toolbox,aux. fuel tank,posi front and rear,plus other goodies!!! SOLD 69 suburban K20-tilt,tach,vacuum,speedwarning,buckets,shoulder belts,am/fm,4 inch all spring lift,4 speed, 14 bolt full floater, dana 44 HD,warn winch,posi front and rear,tow hooks,plus other goodies. 73/80 chevy/gmc K20 SB400,turbo 400,205,tilt,a-c,gas hog. 77 K/5 cheyenne blazer-daily driver/beater. SON HAS IT NOW BRENTWOOD,CALIFORNIA |
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03-29-2024, 11:42 PM
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Re: Blazer wins again
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04-17-2024, 07:49 AM
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Join Date: Oct 2020
Location: castle rock CO
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Re: Blazer wins again
Tried to reply to Dirtscoots.
here is mine, I use it every day. 2000 corvette LS swap. Go wheelin in it, use it for work unless i have to carry a bunch of weight then its the f350. I love this thing, everyone tells me not to paint it or do the body work lol. its hard not to but I dont have to worry about scratching up a beautiful Blazer. |
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04-17-2024, 08:12 AM
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All stock and staying that way
Join Date: Jul 2003
Location: Elkland, PA
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Re: Blazer wins again
I would get rid of any body rot, then try to match the patina the best that you can.
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1970 K/5 Blazer CST 4WD, Medium Bronze, 93k ACT. miles, 350, 4 speed, rear positraction, 16.5" x 8.25" HD wheel option, tilt, tach, vacuum, AM/FM, manual throttle...Dad ordered and purchased new 4/70. Currently frame off restoration finally getting close to completion.. 1972 Cheyenne Super 20 2WD, DK Blue/White, 90K ACT. miles, 402, TH400, 4.10 open, tilt, tach, vacuum, A/C, AM/FM, manual throttle.. A mostly original paint never rusted Texas survivor... 2017 Sierra 1500 SLT 4WD, Black, 45k miles, 5.3, 6L80E, 3.42 LS, 20" polished wheels, everything but moonroof and 6.2... 2019 Canyon SLT 4WD, White, 62k miles, 3.6, 8L45, 3.23 LS, 18" wheels |
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04-18-2024, 07:06 AM
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Join Date: Oct 2020
Location: castle rock CO
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Re: Blazer wins again
I was going to do that but now i cant find the pieces to replace it. They used to sell the body parts/panels/plugs where teh rust is notorious (as you can see) that you can weld on instead of having to buy the whole quarter panel. I have searched and searched LMC doesnt have them anymore either. any ideas on this?
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04-18-2024, 09:59 AM
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All stock and staying that way
Join Date: Jul 2003
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Re: Blazer wins again
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1970 K/5 Blazer CST 4WD, Medium Bronze, 93k ACT. miles, 350, 4 speed, rear positraction, 16.5" x 8.25" HD wheel option, tilt, tach, vacuum, AM/FM, manual throttle...Dad ordered and purchased new 4/70. Currently frame off restoration finally getting close to completion.. 1972 Cheyenne Super 20 2WD, DK Blue/White, 90K ACT. miles, 402, TH400, 4.10 open, tilt, tach, vacuum, A/C, AM/FM, manual throttle.. A mostly original paint never rusted Texas survivor... 2017 Sierra 1500 SLT 4WD, Black, 45k miles, 5.3, 6L80E, 3.42 LS, 20" polished wheels, everything but moonroof and 6.2... 2019 Canyon SLT 4WD, White, 62k miles, 3.6, 8L45, 3.23 LS, 18" wheels |
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04-18-2024, 07:03 PM
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Join Date: Oct 2020
Location: castle rock CO
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Re: Blazer wins again
they always only have the front of the rear wheel, these trucks are notorious for rot in front and behind of all four wheels.
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