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**DeadheadNM** · 12-03-2013, 08:19 PM

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Originally Posted by mx289

Pete,your truck is incredible.I hope to have one someday,half as nice as yours.

Really,you have a very nice truck.I actually just picked up a 71 c30 car hauler,same color as your to your k20.Something about that color ! Cant wait to see this blazer of yours.Take care.Tom

Thanks so much Tom. The only reason it turned out as nice as it did is because of the help I received here on the board. I owe a lot to many members who pitched in with their knowledge, guidance, parts, and opinions. As for the Blazer, here's a few pics. It's killing me that the Blazer is in storage but I don't want to drive it around on treated roads. The low temps this week will drop below zero for consecutive days. But the summers are awesome here LOL!

mx289 · 12-03-2013, 09:12 PM

Hi Pete,All i can say about the blazer is wow.! Another incredible truck.You got my 2 dream trucks.

!.And you are right,about the board.I have not been here long but, this place is great.Honest,helpful,just good people.I also agree about no driving in the winter.Here,the d.o.t's use salt on the roads.!Have a good one,Tom

ryanroo · 12-03-2013, 10:02 PM

Jeez Pete, i knew your blazer was nice, but i didn't realize it was decked out. that has some SWEET options. and a survivor to boot. I'm diggin the land of entrapment plates too!

**DeadheadNM** · 12-03-2013, 10:14 PM

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Originally Posted by ryanroo

Jeez Pete, i knew your blazer was nice, but i didn't realize it was decked out. that has some SWEET options. and a survivor to boot. I'm diggin the land of entrapment plates too!

Thanks Ryan! Not quite a survivor as it was painted once. It's a CA K5 with almost no rust. Now it's in deep freeze for the time being. Here's a corner shot of the year of manufacture plate for the Blazer. I don't know what wrong with me but there's a 72 K20 in original paint wood hauler for sale near me cheap that I'm trying to resist buying and putting a plow on it. I need help...

HotRod C/10 · 12-04-2013, 12:51 AM

That's a sexy one Pete, Love the wheels!

**DeadheadNM** · 12-04-2013, 12:58 AM

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Originally Posted by HotRod C/10

That's a sexy one Pete, Love the wheels!

LOL! Thanks - you recognize those huh? Couldn't let my little brother take those to Texas with the K10

I'm back in ABQ later this week, heading for a carnitas burrito at El Modelo from the airport!!

Dirt's72 · 12-04-2013, 01:11 AM

[QUOTE=DeadheadNM;I don't know what wrong with me but there's a 72 K20 in original paint wood hauler for sale near me cheap that I'm trying to resist buying and putting a plow on it. I need help...[/QUOTE]

Sounds like the perfect winter driver. Park it in the summer.
Ahh..ahhh

HotRod C/10 · 12-04-2013, 01:14 AM

Ah ya El Modelo.....one of my favorites..................you must try a carne Asada burrito (hold the beans) from Taco-Mex on 4th and Montano.............and they have BEER!

**Dieselwrencher** · 12-05-2013, 08:23 PM

Pete it's nice to see you got your trucks up there now! There's a Bill in New Mexico that told me he can finally pull his truck out of the garage and go cruise because yours are gone to make his look bad.

Vintage Windmills · 12-05-2013, 11:03 PM

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Originally Posted by DeadheadNM

I don't know what wrong with me but there's a 72 K20 in original paint wood hauler for sale near me cheap that I'm trying to resist buying and putting a plow on it. I need help...

Any pics Pete? Nothing wrong with giving your K20 a friend.

**DeadheadNM** · 12-06-2013, 12:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Vintage Windmills

Any pics Pete? Nothing wrong with giving your K20 a friend.

You're making it difficult Jud

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Mickeymotormount · 12-14-2013, 06:37 PM

Awesome truck and build compilation. Congrats!!!!!!

**DeadheadNM** · 12-14-2013, 07:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Mickeymotormount

Awesome truck and build compilation. Congrats!!!!!!

Thank you John!!

I took the K20 out for quick spin in the snow today:

Stump jumper 72 · 12-31-2013, 11:54 PM

WOW. I think that's says it all

Chulisohombre · 02-01-2014, 11:29 AM

Wow just read the whole13 page book. Awesome resto. I wish I has the time and money to Half of what you have done. I've been playing with mine 14 years and it ain't half as nice. The blazer is sweet too. If that other k20 is cheap you could Make it Your daily driver winter fun rig and plow with it. At least it Would go to A good Home.

**DeadheadNM** · 02-01-2014, 11:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Stump jumper 72

WOW. I think that's says it all

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Originally Posted by Chulisohombre

Wow just read the whole13 page book. Awesome resto. I wish I has the time and money to Half of what you have done. I've been playing with mine 14 years and it ain't half as nice. The blazer is sweet too. If that other k20 is cheap you could Make it Your daily driver winter fun rig and plow with it. At least it Would go to A good Home.

Thanks a lot guys. Yeah, I was fortunate to do what I was able to do and use as many OEM and NOS parts I did. The guys at Mild to Wild were great to work with too as was the support of the folks here on the board. Had I not found this website I'd have saved a lot of cash LOL! I'm really glad the K20 was saved from the crusher. I would like to have a daily driver to bomb around in and maybe hook up a plow, etc. I've several potential candidates here in MT and a lot of leftover parts that need a project.

Jake1971 · 03-02-2014, 07:16 PM

I just finished reading the entire 13 page build thread and as someone said, the English language does not provide for the awesome work on your truck. I could not find any pictures that are specific to the auxiliary tank. Would you please share some information?

**DeadheadNM** · 03-02-2014, 07:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Jake1971

I just finished reading the entire 13 page build thread and as someone said, the English language does not provide for the awesome work on your truck. I could not find any pictures that are specific to the auxiliary tank. Would you please share some information?

Hi Paul - Thanks! You bet, check this link here: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=330636

It's prob similar to the project you are considering and shows what GM did in 1970. Good luck!

nobolt · 03-16-2014, 08:46 PM

hi Pete,
I just picked up a rear painted "sport" bumper. it came with the license holder bolted in place.
I remembered your K5 was mostly original and I have a question.....
what was the factory finish on the license plate holder when the bumper is chrome?
I'm guessing argent silver but am probably wrong.
thanks for your help.
I hope your weather is warming up 'cause Mich. is still in the deep freeze.
and HAPPY ST PATTYS DAY!!

**DeadheadNM** · 03-16-2014, 09:13 PM

Hey Dave!

Great question! I'll check the K5 (in storage) but I have this bumper I removed (with gravel guards!) from an original paint 72 Blazer sitting in a local salvage yard. The plate holder actually has what appears to be white paint on top of an argent silver. The back is all surface rust and yields no clues other than it appears to not have been painted. The rear bumper I used for the K20 was a painted example that had a white plate holder IIRC. My best guess at the moment is white like the inside of the 71-72 bumper mounted front turn signals. I know my Blazer has the original bumper and an OEM plate light so will have to see what's under the license plate.

I went with black for the plate holder on my K20 but this is probably not correct...

Happy St. Pats!

221racingGarage · 12-14-2014, 02:01 PM

Outstanding craftsmanship!! very nice!!!

**DeadheadNM** · 12-14-2014, 02:23 PM

Thanks so much!

Here's a few more recent pics...

Vintage Windmills · 12-14-2014, 03:31 PM

Looking great as always! The K1500 too!

**DeadheadNM** · 12-14-2014, 03:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Vintage Windmills

Looking great as always! The K1500 too!

Thanks Jud! The K1500 is fun. I had some 15 x8 steelies powder coated for that - may wait till the spring to install. Stay warm!

brian1971 · 12-14-2014, 04:08 PM

Very Nice work,great build thread.

12-03-2013, 09:12 PM	#302
mx289 Registered User Join Date: May 2013 Location: wall,nj Posts: 865	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build Hi Pete,All i can say about the blazer is wow.! Another incredible truck.You got my 2 dream trucks.!.And you are right,about the board.I have not been here long but, this place is great.Honest,helpful,just good people.I also agree about no driving in the winter.Here,the d.o.t's use salt on the roads.!Have a good one,Tom

12-03-2013, 10:02 PM	#303
ryanroo Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: sw colorado Posts: 2,720	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build Jeez Pete, i knew your blazer was nice, but i didn't realize it was decked out. that has some SWEET options. and a survivor to boot. I'm diggin the land of entrapment plates too! __________________ 72 K20 12v build 72 K20 "parts truck" A place for your diesel swap questions

12-04-2013, 12:51 AM	#305
HotRod C/10 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Albuquerque NM Posts: 3,053	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build That's a sexy one Pete, Love the wheels! __________________ SOLD -77 CHEYENNE SWB, LS SWAPPED -1976 SILVERADO YUBA GOLD/NEUTRAL (2-TONE)

12-04-2013, 01:11 AM	#307
Dirt's72 Registered User Join Date: May 2013 Location: Albuquerque, NM Posts: 1,106	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build [QUOTE=DeadheadNM;I don't know what wrong with me but there's a 72 K20 in original paint wood hauler for sale near me cheap that I'm trying to resist buying and putting a plow on it. I need help...[/QUOTE] Sounds like the perfect winter driver. Park it in the summer. Ahh..ahhh

12-04-2013, 01:14 AM	#308
HotRod C/10 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Albuquerque NM Posts: 3,053	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build Ah ya El Modelo.....one of my favorites..................you must try a carne Asada burrito (hold the beans) from Taco-Mex on 4th and Montano.............and they have BEER! __________________ SOLD -77 CHEYENNE SWB, LS SWAPPED -1976 SILVERADO YUBA GOLD/NEUTRAL (2-TONE)

12-05-2013, 08:23 PM	#309
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,139	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build Pete it's nice to see you got your trucks up there now! There's a Bill in New Mexico that told me he can finally pull his truck out of the garage and go cruise because yours are gone to make his look bad. __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

12-14-2013, 06:37 PM	#312
Mickeymotormount Registered User Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Quakertown, Pa. Posts: 115	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build Awesome truck and build compilation. Congrats!!!!!! __________________ John 1967 C20 2WD Longbed 2001 2500 HD 4X4 Extended cab long bed

12-31-2013, 11:54 PM	#314
Stump jumper 72 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Allen Ok Posts: 5	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build WOW. I think that's says it all

02-01-2014, 11:29 AM	#315
Chulisohombre Registered User Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Bangor pa Posts: 1,223	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build Wow just read the whole13 page book. Awesome resto. I wish I has the time and money to Half of what you have done. I've been playing with mine 14 years and it ain't half as nice. The blazer is sweet too. If that other k20 is cheap you could Make it Your daily driver winter fun rig and plow with it. At least it Would go to A good Home. __________________ 72 3/4 ton blazer. 5 inch lift on 35 inch tires. 355 corvette engine with crane roller rockers, rv cam, edelbrock carb and intake with one inch spacer. Thrush Headers with flowmaster 40 duels. 4speed sm465 manual. 4 wheel disk brakes with Inboarded rear shock prerunner style mounts and shocks.

03-02-2014, 07:16 PM	#317
Jake1971 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Bonnerdale, AR Posts: 699	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build I just finished reading the entire 13 page build thread and as someone said, the English language does not provide for the awesome work on your truck. I could not find any pictures that are specific to the auxiliary tank. Would you please share some information? __________________ 1971 Bone Stock C10 project "Jake" 1997 Sierra SLT factory short bed "Silver Bullet"

03-16-2014, 08:46 PM	#319
nobolt Registered User Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Algonac, MI 48001 Posts: 1,848	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build hi Pete, I just picked up a rear painted "sport" bumper. it came with the license holder bolted in place. I remembered your K5 was mostly original and I have a question..... what was the factory finish on the license plate holder when the bumper is chrome? I'm guessing argent silver but am probably wrong. thanks for your help. I hope your weather is warming up 'cause Mich. is still in the deep freeze. and HAPPY ST PATTYS DAY!! __________________ Dave "... government even in its best state is but a necessary evil. Thomas Paine "It wasn't a lie, it was ineptitude with insufficient cover." Donald Draper (Mad Men)

03-16-2014, 09:13 PM	#320
DeadheadNM Carpe manana Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Eau Claire, WI Posts: 12,428	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build Hey Dave! Great question! I'll check the K5 (in storage) but I have this bumper I removed (with gravel guards!) from an original paint 72 Blazer sitting in a local salvage yard. The plate holder actually has what appears to be white paint on top of an argent silver. The back is all surface rust and yields no clues other than it appears to not have been painted. The rear bumper I used for the K20 was a painted example that had a white plate holder IIRC. My best guess at the moment is white like the inside of the 71-72 bumper mounted front turn signals. I know my Blazer has the original bumper and an OEM plate light so will have to see what's under the license plate. I went with black for the plate holder on my K20 but this is probably not correct... Happy St. Pats! Attached Images __________________ 1972 K5 CST Highlander Blazer: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=708547 1972 K20 Cheyenne Super: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=528308 Members met: ORANGBLAZ, 2003 silverado, MikeCofield, BB72CHEVKT, Duncan&Son, Sameyrasmea72, THENEWMEXICAN, HotRod C/10, brianthelion02, Sport/Truck, ryanroo, michael bustamante, Dirt's72, Already Gone, WestButteTruck, 57taskforce, Moreyel, painterljp, AASmedic, SoCoC10, Lumaestas, carbuff382, Chevyland Last edited by DeadheadNM; 03-16-2014 at 09:14 PM. Reason: spelling

12-14-2014, 02:01 PM	#321
221racingGarage Registered User Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Laramie Wyoming Posts: 36	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build Outstanding craftsmanship!! very nice!!!

12-14-2014, 02:23 PM	#322
DeadheadNM Carpe manana Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Eau Claire, WI Posts: 12,428	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build Thanks so much! Here's a few more recent pics... Attached Images __________________ 1972 K5 CST Highlander Blazer: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=708547 1972 K20 Cheyenne Super: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=528308 Members met: ORANGBLAZ, 2003 silverado, MikeCofield, BB72CHEVKT, Duncan&Son, Sameyrasmea72, THENEWMEXICAN, HotRod C/10, brianthelion02, Sport/Truck, ryanroo, michael bustamante, Dirt's72, Already Gone, WestButteTruck, 57taskforce, Moreyel, painterljp, AASmedic, SoCoC10, Lumaestas, carbuff382, Chevyland

12-14-2014, 03:31 PM	#323
Vintage Windmills Vintage 4x4s Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Prior Lake, MN Posts: 4,305	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build Looking great as always! The K1500 too! __________________ 67 GMC K1500 Custom- 305V6 SM420, PTO, Ram Assist, yellow (the outcast) (project period correct upgrades) 67 GMC C2500 351V6 TH400, AC, PS, PB (can't decide what to do with. Update, decided to keep and will restore ) 86 CHV K30 502 th400, apple red NEW 71 CHV K20 350 SM465, ochre (saved work truck) 71 CHV K20 292 SM465, white, tach, PTO, (future project) 72 CHV K20 350 350th, medium blue (project stocker) 01 CHV K2500hd crew, indigo blue ^3 dont run and the others don't see winter either '86 K30 Cummins "Fireside" thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=649649 '71 K20 "get driveable" thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=590642 '72 K20 Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=493477&page=6



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12-14-2014, 04:08 PM	#325
brian1971 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: fort lauderdale,fl Posts: 1,296	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build Very Nice work,great build thread. __________________ 1971 c10 custom deluxe fleetside swb LS3 w/BTR stage IV cam,4L85E w/3600 stall 67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=558024

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