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JJH Jimmy · 05-01-2015, 10:52 AM

Real nice! I love the color!

**IronCanine** · 05-01-2015, 11:34 AM

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Originally Posted by JJH Jimmy

Real nice! I love the color!

Thanks...it's what all the cool kids are doing

**IronCanine** · 05-03-2015, 09:30 PM

OK...so as you know the inner "factory appearance" 1970 reproduction inner grille that is available is not factory correct. It is a hodge podge that is sold to replace both 69 and 70 inner grilles, both very different grilles. You all know that the inner grille for the 69 is egg crate and all silver, while the 70 is often described as having "Seven black vertical stripes". In actuality the 70 grille is a black "egg crate" with six columns of raised horizontal ribs that are painted silver...I'm assuming the silver is screened on at the factory. (I've seen one that looked like it had little silver runs at one end where the excess dripped a little...more experienced members chime in). Pending my internet connection tonight I'm going to post a few pics on how I painted my inner grille...since I haven't seen a whole lot on here about the 70 version...maybe I missed it.

**IronCanine** · 05-03-2015, 09:36 PM

Between the raised columns there obviously ends up being a black notch (which are the "seven black vertical stripes"). The reproduction inner grille has all of these except the ones that separate the outermost vertical columns and their immediate inner neighbors.

First pic is a factory notch.
Second pic is a reproduction notch.
Third pic compares the area where the repro piece lacks a notch.

**DeadheadNM** · 05-03-2015, 09:39 PM

As an aside, aren't the headlight bezels originally black for 1970?

**IronCanine** · 05-03-2015, 09:42 PM

My original inner grille was obviously trashed (multiple breaks). NOS grilles are hard to come by, are very expensive, and can still have issues of their own. While you all aware of my repro fitment issues...the grille CPP makes is the only "factory" option we have right now and still makes sense for me. Since the inner "crate" is already silver, I elected to mask that and respray everything black. I initially started masking with pin striping tape, thinking that would be quick and sized appropriately...but it was actually a pain and took much longer than regular masking/trimming. What's more, after more time than I'd care to admit masking the lower section...this is what it looked like when I returned to it in the morning.

**IronCanine** · 05-03-2015, 09:45 PM

So with just some 3M tape and a few razor blades, I masked everything I wanted to stay silver.

**IronCanine** · 05-03-2015, 09:50 PM

Since almost all the notches are on the reproduction piece, the masking is pretty straight forward. The notch that you have to measure to cut is between columns that are different widths. All the columns except for the outermost columns are 7 inches wide. The outermost columns are 7-1/8 inches wide.

**IronCanine** · 05-03-2015, 09:54 PM

Then it was just a little satin black plastic/trim paint. Hopefully I'll have a pic of it on the truck soon. She's buffing out very nicely. Hopefully some assembly next week.

**IronCanine** · 05-03-2015, 10:09 PM

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Originally Posted by DeadheadNM

As an aside, aren't the headlight bezels originally black for 1970?

Yep. They're raccoons.

72K5CSTDarkOlive · 05-04-2015, 11:37 PM

Awesome work, Brad! Masking is definitely a PITA.. I remember it took me almost 3 hours to mask my engine to touch up parts that didn't get good coverage from the company that built the motor. Can't wait to see if all put together.

Side note - The first Blazer I owned was a 70.. This was before cell phones had cameras but, I might be able to dig up some pictures of the inner grille if it's any help. Looks like you have it figured out, though.

**IronCanine** · 05-05-2015, 12:16 AM

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Originally Posted by 72K5CSTDarkOlive

Awesome work, Brad! Masking is definitely a PITA.. I remember it took me almost 3 hours to mask my engine to touch up parts that didn't get good coverage from the company that built the motor. Can't wait to see if all put together.

Side note - The first Blazer I owned was a 70.. This was before cell phones had cameras but, I might be able to dig up some pictures of the inner grille if it's any help. Looks like you have it figured out, though.

Thanks Mike. I can't wait either. Hopefully a big week of assembly ahead. Post whatever you've got of that Blazer, especially if it was an original truck. The site always needs more reference pics. You're making great progress too. Hope the header situation works out easily.

**IronCanine** · 05-05-2015, 11:28 PM

A few quick pics. Didn't get to spend as much time putting shiny stuff on this afternoon as I would have liked. Heading out of town tomorrow. Hopefully some real exciting progress pics this weekend.

**IronCanine** · 05-05-2015, 11:31 PM

Few more.

**IronCanine** · 05-05-2015, 11:32 PM

Just for fun....

**TBONE1964** · 05-05-2015, 11:41 PM

Wow, it is really looking good Brad. That color with black interior is just amazing.

Keep up the great work there.

Take care,
Tom

**IronCanine** · 05-05-2015, 11:44 PM

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Originally Posted by TBONE1964

Wow, it is really looking good Brad. That color with black interior is just amazing.

Keep up the great work there.

Take care,
Tom

Thanks Tom...I like it too. Gonna leave the fender wells bare, just like they would've come from the factory.

**Advanced Design** · 05-06-2015, 01:22 AM

Looks spectacular! Where did the rear side trim come from?

**IronCanine** · 05-06-2015, 02:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Advanced Design

Looks spectacular! Where did the rear side trim come from?

Thanks. TruckWorld via member Truckseats (Tim).

**IronCanine** · 05-09-2015, 04:35 PM

Almost time to change the avatar.

**IronCanine** · 05-09-2015, 04:37 PM

Couple more.

swyfor5 · 05-09-2015, 05:39 PM

Wow, really nice!

**TBONE1964** · 05-09-2015, 05:57 PM

If I did not like Blazers, this one would change my mind. Absolutely beautiful work.

Keep it up Brad, you will be putting miles on it soon,

Take care,
Tom

72K5CSTDarkOlive · 05-09-2015, 06:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by IronCanine

Just for fun....

Looks great, Brad. I just ordered a set from Tim.. Good to see they fit really.

**IronCanine** · 05-09-2015, 06:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by swyfor5

Wow, really nice!

Thanks.

Quote:

Originally Posted by TBONE1964

If I did not like Blazers, this one would change my mind. Absolutely beautiful work.

Keep it up Brad, you will be putting miles on it soon,

Take care,
Tom

Thanks Tom...It's funny how the progress can really seem downhill at the end. Even if it's just perception, I like the feeling.

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Originally Posted by 72K5CSTDarkOlive

Looks great, Brad. I just ordered a set from Tim.. Good to see they fit really.

Thanks Mike....we haven't put in our panel bracketry yet, but the side panels look nice just holding them up there. I hope you have a quick turn around on yours.

05-01-2015, 10:52 AM	#426
JJH Jimmy Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Schoolcraft, Michigan Posts: 928	Re: 70 Blazer Frame Off Real nice! I love the color! __________________ 1972 GMC Jimmy 4x4 LS Swap 1985 Chevy K20 1994 GMC Yukon 2021 GMC 2500HD Duramax AT4 My "It's a Jimmy Thing" Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=583528 Budget Build 1985 K20 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=801565

05-03-2015, 09:30 PM	#428
IronCanine I'm trying.... Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Athens, GA Posts: 2,758	Re: 70 Blazer Frame Off OK...so as you know the inner "factory appearance" 1970 reproduction inner grille that is available is not factory correct. It is a hodge podge that is sold to replace both 69 and 70 inner grilles, both very different grilles. You all know that the inner grille for the 69 is egg crate and all silver, while the 70 is often described as having "Seven black vertical stripes". In actuality the 70 grille is a black "egg crate" with six columns of raised horizontal ribs that are painted silver...I'm assuming the silver is screened on at the factory. (I've seen one that looked like it had little silver runs at one end where the excess dripped a little...more experienced members chime in). Pending my internet connection tonight I'm going to post a few pics on how I painted my inner grille...since I haven't seen a whole lot on here about the 70 version...maybe I missed it. Attached Images __________________ 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..." Last edited by IronCanine; 05-04-2015 at 01:48 PM.

05-03-2015, 09:36 PM	#429
IronCanine I'm trying.... Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Athens, GA Posts: 2,758	Re: 70 Blazer Frame Off Between the raised columns there obviously ends up being a black notch (which are the "seven black vertical stripes"). The reproduction inner grille has all of these except the ones that separate the outermost vertical columns and their immediate inner neighbors. First pic is a factory notch. Second pic is a reproduction notch. Third pic compares the area where the repro piece lacks a notch. Attached Images __________________ 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..."

05-03-2015, 09:39 PM	#430
DeadheadNM Carpe manana Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Eau Claire, WI Posts: 12,449	Re: 70 Blazer Frame Off As an aside, aren't the headlight bezels originally black for 1970? __________________ 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

05-03-2015, 09:42 PM	#431
IronCanine I'm trying.... Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Athens, GA Posts: 2,758	Re: 70 Blazer Frame Off My original inner grille was obviously trashed (multiple breaks). NOS grilles are hard to come by, are very expensive, and can still have issues of their own. While you all aware of my repro fitment issues...the grille CPP makes is the only "factory" option we have right now and still makes sense for me. Since the inner "crate" is already silver, I elected to mask that and respray everything black. I initially started masking with pin striping tape, thinking that would be quick and sized appropriately...but it was actually a pain and took much longer than regular masking/trimming. What's more, after more time than I'd care to admit masking the lower section...this is what it looked like when I returned to it in the morning. Attached Images __________________ 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..."

05-03-2015, 09:45 PM	#432
IronCanine I'm trying.... Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Athens, GA Posts: 2,758	Re: 70 Blazer Frame Off So with just some 3M tape and a few razor blades, I masked everything I wanted to stay silver. Attached Images __________________ 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..."

05-03-2015, 09:50 PM	#433
IronCanine I'm trying.... Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Athens, GA Posts: 2,758	Re: 70 Blazer Frame Off Since almost all the notches are on the reproduction piece, the masking is pretty straight forward. The notch that you have to measure to cut is between columns that are different widths. All the columns except for the outermost columns are 7 inches wide. The outermost columns are 7-1/8 inches wide. Attached Images __________________ 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..."

05-03-2015, 09:54 PM	#434
IronCanine I'm trying.... Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Athens, GA Posts: 2,758	Re: 70 Blazer Frame Off Then it was just a little satin black plastic/trim paint. Hopefully I'll have a pic of it on the truck soon. She's buffing out very nicely. Hopefully some assembly next week. Attached Images __________________ 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..."

05-04-2015, 11:37 PM	#436
72K5CSTDarkOlive Registered User Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Central Coast, CA Posts: 774	Re: 70 Blazer Frame Off Awesome work, Brad! Masking is definitely a PITA.. I remember it took me almost 3 hours to mask my engine to touch up parts that didn't get good coverage from the company that built the motor. Can't wait to see if all put together. Side note - The first Blazer I owned was a 70.. This was before cell phones had cameras but, I might be able to dig up some pictures of the inner grille if it's any help. Looks like you have it figured out, though. __________________ My Build Thread 72 K5 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=628612 Build version 2.0: 72 K5 6.0 LQ9, 4L80e, NP205 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=793192 ____________________________________________ 1972 CST K5 Blazer Dark Olive

05-05-2015, 11:28 PM	#438
IronCanine I'm trying.... Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Athens, GA Posts: 2,758	Re: 70 Blazer Frame Off A few quick pics. Didn't get to spend as much time putting shiny stuff on this afternoon as I would have liked. Heading out of town tomorrow. Hopefully some real exciting progress pics this weekend. Attached Images __________________ 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..."

05-05-2015, 11:31 PM	#439
IronCanine I'm trying.... Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Athens, GA Posts: 2,758	Re: 70 Blazer Frame Off Few more. Attached Images __________________ 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..."

05-05-2015, 11:32 PM	#440
IronCanine I'm trying.... Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Athens, GA Posts: 2,758	Re: 70 Blazer Frame Off Just for fun.... Attached Images __________________ 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..."

05-05-2015, 11:41 PM	#441
TBONE1964 Cluster King Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Junction City, OR Posts: 5,262	Re: 70 Blazer Frame Off Wow, it is really looking good Brad. That color with black interior is just amazing. Keep up the great work there. Take care, Tom __________________ Contact me on all of your gauge cluster needs. I specialize in restoration, repair and parts sales for 67-72 Chevy and GMC trucks. email me at tbonegarris@yahoo.com I am also a dealer for Counterpart for gauge cluster parts only. Also see my facebook page, CG&C

05-06-2015, 01:22 AM	#443
Advanced Design Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Oblong, Illinois Posts: 7,028	Re: 70 Blazer Frame Off Looks spectacular! Where did the rear side trim come from? __________________ Doug Advanced Design’s 1977 Blazer Build Advanced Design's '48 'Burb Build Mrs Advanced Design's '72 Suburban Advanced Design's 56 BelAir LS swap

05-09-2015, 04:35 PM	#445
IronCanine I'm trying.... Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Athens, GA Posts: 2,758	Re: 70 Blazer Frame Off Almost time to change the avatar. Attached Images __________________ 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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05-09-2015, 04:37 PM	#446
IronCanine I'm trying.... Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Athens, GA Posts: 2,758	Re: 70 Blazer Frame Off Couple more. Attached Images __________________ 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..."

05-09-2015, 05:39 PM	#447
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05-09-2015, 05:57 PM	#448
TBONE1964 Cluster King Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Junction City, OR Posts: 5,262	Re: 70 Blazer Frame Off If I did not like Blazers, this one would change my mind. Absolutely beautiful work. Keep it up Brad, you will be putting miles on it soon, Take care, Tom __________________ Contact me on all of your gauge cluster needs. I specialize in restoration, repair and parts sales for 67-72 Chevy and GMC trucks. email me at tbonegarris@yahoo.com I am also a dealer for Counterpart for gauge cluster parts only. Also see my facebook page, CG&C

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