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72BlckButy · 09-09-2010, 07:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Redneck72

Don't Forget we need final pictures outside the garage...

need to save em to my hard drive for future Inspiration. Gratz on a quick sale and project well done.

Paul

As well as pics of it driving away...

VA72C10 · 09-09-2010, 06:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Redneck72

Don't Forget we need final pictures outside the garage...

need to save em to my hard drive for future Inspiration. Gratz on a quick sale and project well done.

Paul

Like these.....

video to follow later tonight....

VA72C10 · 09-09-2010, 08:14 PM

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Originally Posted by 72BlckButy

As well as pics of it driving away...

should be on the back of Fine69's hauler next Thursday or Friday if all goes as planned....

Here's the video I took

Slick67 · 09-09-2010, 09:22 PM

Nice. I am completely jealous! I want a Blazer now. The interior is super clean and the engine looks immaculate. PM me what brand the headers are and the price tag on em!

sgaylord · 09-09-2010, 10:04 PM

Looks awesome Johnathan. There cant be much left for you to do.

Steve

my67chevytruck · 09-09-2010, 10:16 PM

super job.... sweet blazer...

Redneck72 · 09-10-2010, 10:33 AM

Man let me tell you I am going to hate to see this thread end. Now I have to find another blazer thread to drool over. That thing looks awesome. It really does. Thanks for the detailed pics and descriptions of what was done. So what is on Tap next?

Paul

VA72C10 · 09-10-2010, 11:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Slick67

Nice. I am completely jealous! I want a Blazer now. The interior is super clean and the engine looks immaculate. PM me what brand the headers are and the price tag on em!

Thanks. can't find any info on the headers on them or in the receipts. They have nice ceramic coating though. Not sure of the fit between 2wd and 4wd anyways....

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Originally Posted by sgaylord

Looks awesome Johnathan. There cant be much left for you to do.

Steve

THanks...just have to get the hatch together and then bolt the top and hatch on and it'll be done.

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Originally Posted by my67chevytruck

super job.... sweet blazer...

Thanks!

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Originally Posted by Redneck72

Man let me tell you I am going to hate to see this thread end. Now I have to find another blazer thread to drool over. That thing looks awesome. It really does. Thanks for the detailed pics and descriptions of what was done. So what is on Tap next?

Paul

Next is up in the air right now....looking for another deal on a project...hopefully to finish my original build with the shaved cab I still have. Want a lowered truck and plan to USE it around the house.

Eventually I REALLY want a blazer myself. I'm going to go the 2wd route whether I convert it or not and it will be a roadster (always topless) as this thing is such a pleasure to drive with the top off. Need to find a smaller house with a bigger garage before that can happen though

VA72C10 · 09-10-2010, 11:03 AM

And Charlie...I see you on here...you have till next thursday or Friday till Fine69 picks it up

VA72C10 · 09-10-2010, 11:06 AM

Thanks to everyone who's followed along and offered encouragement. It's been a lot of work but I've enjoyed it overall. Going to give my wife a break

and wait a bit but if I find a deal I'm going to be all over it

The next owner seems like a really nice guy from our phone and email conversations and he wanted to let everyone know he'll post pictures up at some point when he gets it.

70k52wd · 09-10-2010, 11:55 AM

The pics and vid look great...I just can't say enough how impressed I am with the final results. You guys rock in Richmond.

Any cruise plans for this weekend?

VA72C10 · 09-10-2010, 01:11 PM

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Originally Posted by 70k52wd

The pics and vid look great...I just can't say enough how impressed I am with the final results. You guys rock in Richmond.

Any cruise plans for this weekend?

Possibly taking my wife and kids to a cruise in down the street tomorrow night. You want to come down?

gringoloco · 12-18-2011, 04:23 PM

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Originally Posted by VA72C10

...also cleaned up the shift boot...it was a little dirty compared to the ring I polished up for it...

What did you use on the boot? Looks great- dunno how I missed this 'build'

dujobu · 12-19-2011, 03:27 PM

Very nice. What size tires and lift is that?

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Originally Posted by VA72C10

Tonight was frustrating with not having the hardware I needed for the top. Finally found some of the bolts but will have to buy some others tomorrow. Got the courtesy lights all hooked up. All lights now working. Jason was able to do a safety check and checked the timing and all fluids. (He's now a certified state inspector too)
Wanted to take a test drive but not with a loose top. Will hopefully bolt it on tomorrow night and make it to a local cruise-in.

Paint is going to be wet sanded and buffed Sunday morning by the paint guy and his top assistant. Can't wait to see it all buffed up to a shine!!!

Here's pictures showing the bezels on the lights and the trim rings and center caps I was also able to install with Jason's help on the rings that were kicking my butt

. Did I ever mention it has the Warn Gold locking hubs

**jaros44sr** · 12-20-2011, 12:36 AM

Well done Va., missed the build, but went back and read the whole thing...good read, and thanks for sharing

VA72C10 · 12-20-2011, 12:55 AM

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Originally Posted by gringoloco

What did you use on the boot? Looks great- dunno how I missed this 'build'

Actually just soapy water then some of the low sheen armor all. Think I did it three times (armor all) until I was happy with a deeper black look to the boot....

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Originally Posted by dujobu

Very nice. What size tires and lift is that?

33's can't remember the exact size unless I posted somewhere in the build. It was a 2" front / 4" rear lift. Since the blazers are lower from the factory in the rear it levels it out perfectly.

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Originally Posted by jaros44sr

Well done Va., missed the build, but went back and read the whole thing...good read, and thanks for sharing

Thanks, it was a fun build since most of the dirty work was already completed....although I really do like tearing down these trucks....
I was happy with how it turned out and got a TON of great comments on my few test drives with it. I REALLY loved the Blazer with the top off. Definitely want to have a 2wd version some day that's a full time roadster (no top)

**jaros44sr** · 12-20-2011, 01:07 AM

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Originally Posted by VA72C10

Actually just soapy water then some of the low sheen armor all. Think I did it three times (armor all) until I was happy with a deeper black look to the boot....

33's can't remember the exact size unless I posted somewhere in the build. It was a 2" front / 4" rear lift. Since the blazers are lower from the factory in the rear it levels it out perfectly.

Thanks, it was a fun build since most of the dirty work was already completed....although I really do like tearing down these trucks....
I was happy with how it turned out and got a TON of great comments on my few test drives with it. I REALLY loved the Blazer with the top off. Definitely want to have a 2wd version some day that's a full time roadster (no top)

Always liked 5150's, great looking roadster.....

09-09-2010, 09:22 PM	#304
Slick67 Sofa King Crazy!! Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 3,090	Re: 71 Blazer "Finishing Touches" Nice. I am completely jealous! I want a Blazer now. The interior is super clean and the engine looks immaculate. PM me what brand the headers are and the price tag on em! __________________ You found the Tater. *My Blazer Build (New)* - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=654650 *My 67 Build* - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=335650 67 Chevy LWB big window a/c AKA TOTALLED BY A JACKASS. 1972 2wd Blazer "Porterbuilt and Sloshed"

09-09-2010, 10:04 PM	#305
sgaylord Project collector Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Sanderson, Fl Posts: 700	Re: 71 Blazer "Finishing Touches" Looks awesome Johnathan. There cant be much left for you to do. Steve __________________ 69 CST-10 SWB (disguised as a 67) 383/700r4 Jezebel Jezebel 3.0 NEW!!! 2020 GMC 3500 Denali Duramax 2016 Harley Street Glide CVO Roll Tide!

09-09-2010, 10:16 PM	#306
my67chevytruck Under Construction Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Midlothian,TX (DFW) Posts: 4,555	Re: 71 Blazer "Finishing Touches" super job.... sweet blazer... __________________ Heath subscribe to the board here: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/payments.php http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=157669 FAQ how to's 1956 Chevy Apache 1967 C10 SWB FleetSide (under construction) 1969 K10 SWB FleetSide (Future Build) 1972 C10 SWB Stepside (Future Build) 56 chevy truck : http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2955823/1 67 truck build: http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=281357/1 69 k10: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=389470

09-10-2010, 10:33 AM	#307
Redneck72 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Haines City, Florida Posts: 79	Re: 71 Blazer "Finishing Touches" Man let me tell you I am going to hate to see this thread end. Now I have to find another blazer thread to drool over. That thing looks awesome. It really does. Thanks for the detailed pics and descriptions of what was done. So what is on Tap next? Paul

09-10-2010, 11:03 AM	#309
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: 71 Blazer "Finishing Touches" And Charlie...I see you on here...you have till next thursday or Friday till Fine69 picks it up __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

09-10-2010, 11:06 AM	#310
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: 71 Blazer "Finishing Touches" Thanks to everyone who's followed along and offered encouragement. It's been a lot of work but I've enjoyed it overall. Going to give my wife a break and wait a bit but if I find a deal I'm going to be all over it The next owner seems like a really nice guy from our phone and email conversations and he wanted to let everyone know he'll post pictures up at some point when he gets it. __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

09-10-2010, 11:55 AM	#311
70k52wd Blaze-Air Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Virginia Posts: 1,117	Re: 71 Blazer "Finishing Touches" The pics and vid look great...I just can't say enough how impressed I am with the final results. You guys rock in Richmond. Any cruise plans for this weekend?

12-20-2011, 12:36 AM	#315
jaros44sr Senior Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Philadelphia, Pa. 19454 Posts: 9,704	Re: 71 Blazer "Finishing Touches" Well done Va., missed the build, but went back and read the whole thing...good read, and thanks for sharing __________________ Semper Fi...Uncle Sam, you da man All parts offered to help are free, unless otherwise noted Dont try this stuff in my build thread, unless you have 55 years of mechanical OTJ training SAFETY FIRST AS usual, off topic They say your mind goes second, can't remember the first Jim



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