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Re: 70 Blazer Frame Off
Thanks Tom.
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Cheers. Jeff.
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It stopped raining today around 1pm. The roads have dried quickly thanks to that hot Georgia sun. So we're going to show her for the first time today at a local drive in/show. Thought I'd go ahead and post some "after" pics. I also thought it'd be fun to do a shot for shot of the pics that started this thread.
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1970 K20 Z62 https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...56#post9334756 1970 Blazer http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=645076 1969 K10 SWB CST http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...52#post8520352 1971 K20 Z84 https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...90#post9047290 1946 B.F. Avery Model A Tractor http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...55#post8292555 "Sometimes I wonder if zander208 was even real..." |
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Just a plug for Brad's build on the current truck of the month contest: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=674464
Make sure to vote. Good luck!
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Re: 70 Blazer Frame Off
Thanks Pete...that's very nice.
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1970 K20 Z62 https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...56#post9334756 1970 Blazer http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=645076 1969 K10 SWB CST http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...52#post8520352 1971 K20 Z84 https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...90#post9047290 1946 B.F. Avery Model A Tractor http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...55#post8292555 "Sometimes I wonder if zander208 was even real..." |
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Good Luck Brad, Take care, Tom
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Kind words Tom - thank you!
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Thanks Tom.
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The R89 topper I got is a bit bigger than my battery. I've seen this complaint elsewhere. It looks like I need a group 78.
Edit: I was just looking at this picture and it was funny to me. A ton of effort to reproduce a limited run factory decal exactly, an obviously aftermarket VintageAir compressor and a battery mask. This build is a bit schizophrenic.
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![]() I am not a huge fan of the factory AC systems our trucks. They are cumbersome and a paint to work on and keep working. Very expensive as well. Looking good and good luck with the battery mask. Take care, Tom
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Congrats on winning Truck of the Month! Your Blazer is gorgeous and well-deserving of the honor.
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Thanks Steven...I really appreciate that. Yours was equally deserving, it was a tight vote for a reason.
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Congratulations, wish I would have had two votes...both Blazers so nice!
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Rain, rain and more rain here. The break in the weather was just enough this morning for the roads to completely dry. So I was able to take the Blazer over to Eric's to get the top on. Of course it wasn't just a drop it on and bolt it down situation, but the truck sure likes things better with the top on. Gaps and door action are very nice. The lip extension Eric added to the top at the door glass made dialing in the glass fit very easy. Minor shimming and it seals up great...better than it ever did during pre-fitment. Since rain started again shortly after we got her in the shop, she's trapped till dry-out. But we got the window felt/rubber in and almost finished the front seat belts. One more trip to the hardware store needed. Hopefully I can get her home tomorrow and get some nice outside pics.
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Congrats, and happy 4th of July !! Looks awesome.Will be staring my restoration this week.
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Outstanding! Enjoy the fruits of your labor.
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Though I joined late, I really enjoyed following along. The before and after pictures are amazing and just a hint of the fine work in this restoration. Thank you for sharing.
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It is so great to see the before and after pics side by side, also cool you chose the same place to take the pics.
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Great restoration Brad and thanks to you and Eric for sharing the details with us. I learned a lot and look forward to your next build
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Amazing job, Brad. That is one great looking K5! I love the before and after shots of the white top and the of course the underside is my favorite, too.
Your build has definitely helped me out and learned a lot from it. I constantly check it to use as a reference when I'm not sure where something goes. Appreciate your help and the detailed pics you've provided during the restoration. Mike
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I'll be happily following...
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Have to inquire, what happened to the (Union?) 76 antenna ball? Yay or nay?
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