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#251 |
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Re: The "In over my head" build thread
Haha, I don't know you, but I figured you could handle it if I gave you a little bit of crap. Seriously do like the truck a lot and will look forward to your update. If it is rustoleum I should be able to hunt it down. I like the natural look of most parts, but not so much when they start to rust. And the paint on your caliper looks the closest to the cast iron that I've seen.
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#252 |
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Location: Austin, TX
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Re: The "In over my head" build thread
I recognize this truck!
Saw it on Instagram, and I remember following it as MIGHTASWELLK5 there until my account (and all my photos) disappeared unexpectedly... Still scratching my head on that one. -G
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#253 |
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Join Date: Mar 2007
Location: Oakland, Ca
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Re: The "In over my head" build thread
Man I haven't updated this in 2+ years!
![]() A lot has changed with the Blazer! I finished my Edelbrock Pro Flo 4 MPFI install and it's been killer. Highly recommend! While I did that I upgraded to the Dakota Digital Gauge cluster. It connects to the PF4 system to pull in gauge date - but mainly i just want to keep an eye on AFR. I also installed a GPS speedo unit so I could do away with my speedo cable. Next I had the paint/body guys install the Trique Mfg Altman Easy Latch. It's such a nice mod not having to slam my doors shut any more! |
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#254 |
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Location: Oakland, Ca
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Re: The "In over my head" build thread
Then I got the glass tinted and took the whole family camping! The Blazer did awesome up slow windy mountain roads, stayed cool, and didn't miss a beat!
Then, poor planning on my part, but I wanted to drive it the 225+ miles to San Luis Obispo for the C10SloDown topless so promptly took the top off and hung it in my garage rafters ![]() I had amazing time down in SLO (I'm headed back again in a few weeks for the 2023 show) and had to hit up Pismo for a quick photo op before headed home! |
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#255 |
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Location: Oakland, Ca
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Re: The "In over my head" build thread
Flash forward to this spring...
I've been working with my brother (same brother from this post 13 years ago LMAO http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...1&postcount=28) on getting his 65 C20 on the road after sitting for nearly a year. We needed to finish rewiring it, lower the suspension, cutting off the old crappy flat bed (new one coming), bobbing the rear end, converting to power disc brakes and replacing every brake line on the truck in about 8 weeks. We barely got it done ![]() At the car show the Blazer won its first award! I'm still in slight disbelief, honestly. Anyways here's another shot of my bro's truck: Eventually he has some big plans for this truck including a cummins swap and air bags. Should be fun! And since I can upload 1 more pic here's a shot with SF in the background: Last edited by SeventyOne; 07-17-2023 at 08:16 PM. |
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#256 |
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Location: Oakland, Ca
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Re: The "In over my head" build thread
Then, aside from the trophy THIS is probably what I'm most excited to share. I bought a new aluminum fabricated grille from Engineered Vintage OVER A YEAR AGO and it's just been sitting in my garage.
![]() My brother owed me some labor and he gladly came over and helped me FINALLY get this absolute work of art installed: It's stunning. It completely changes the look of the front end and wakes it up. Absolutely the best cosmetic upgrade I've made to the truck. Plus it's functional as I'm no longer scared of breaking off pieces of the stock plastic grille ![]() Oh and I installed some NOS/vintage bumper guards along the way haha Alright that's it! That's all my updates over the past 2 years. I'm headed to SLO with my Brother taking his C20 in a few weeks so maybe I'll post some pics from that show. Thanks for reading everyone! Last edited by SeventyOne; 07-17-2023 at 08:18 PM. |
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#258 |
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Re: The "In over my head" build thread
Thanks for the update!
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#259 |
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Location: Brownsburg, IN
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Re: The "In over my head" build thread
Very impressive!
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#260 |
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Re: The "In over my head" build thread
Great build,Might you share on your 3 hr solution on gettin top back on with the push on seals.Thick up there at wind shield.Goin thru same.Thanks for any reply.Paul.....
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Re: The "In over my head" build thread
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Thinking about it now it cold have broken something inside the top and i'd of been F'd. But it worked. Rethinking it now...perhaps getting the thick upper chunk of rubber at the top of the windshield header good and warm for better squish/pliability could have helped. all i can say is go slow, be patient and slowly cinch down the bolts a long the way. My top sat on the truck for3 years before i pulled it off 2 years ago. I'm contemplating putting it back on and I REALLY hope I don't have issues again ![]() |
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#262 |
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Location: las vegas'nv
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Re: The "In over my head" build thread
Hey now thanks for your reply.Slow goin but it will work out.Them pads at header are thicker than nos pads.Iv'e got 2 sets nos glue on and may cut the pads and try that.Very nice truck you did.Paul....
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#263 |
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Join Date: Mar 2007
Location: Oakland, Ca
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Re: The "In over my head" build thread
curious how much thicker they are? wonder if you could just shave them down...
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#264 |
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Re: The "In over my head" build thread
Hey now,got it on ok with not much hassel with push on.Lifted up top over header and worked out ok than first try.Thought was gonna be pain but massaging and drawing in with front bolts worked great.Got all bed rail bolts in as well..Difference in pads is abut 3/8.The push on squished in better than I thought..Keep on truckin,Paul....
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