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72K5CSTDarkOlive · 03-09-2017, 07:42 PM

We got the new body bushing kit from Wes and it now sits up much higher. The bracket I'm running along side the valve covers is still hitting the firewall so I'm going to find a different solution to routing the wires.

If anybody is on the fence of getting poly mounts or the ones made from Wes, do yourself a favor and go with the latter.

I forgot to take a pic when I was at the shop earlier of the wires hitting the fire wall but I have some other progress pics

Mounted the top to align doors, etc. and began repair work on many cracks (more than I originally thought). The windows have this aftermarket tint, but I'm going to remove it and leave it with the factory green tint.

72K5CSTDarkOlive · 03-09-2017, 07:54 PM

The drivers side door towards the fender has an abnormal gap (maybe material missing? ) I made indentation marks where you can see the gap that I'm referring to. Other than this area the gaps are eve. We're kind of puzzled as to what gives.

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driver door other side. This lines up good here.
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Pass side lines up perfect.

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**IronCanine** · 03-09-2017, 09:15 PM

This thread is getting HOT!!!

Looking good Mike. Keep it up!

**DeadheadNM** · 03-09-2017, 10:40 PM

Thumbs up Mike. I'm at a loss to explain the gap - maybe the door edge got slightly tweaked? I'd probably never notice it - will be lost in the beauty of the remainder.

72K5CSTDarkOlive · 03-09-2017, 11:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by IronCanine

This thread is getting HOT!!!

Looking good Mike. Keep it up!

Thanks Brad. We're starting to move. They want it out of the shop as much as I want to be driving it so we have motivation on both sides now!

Quote:

Originally Posted by DeadheadNM

Thumbs up Mike. I'm at a loss to explain the gap - maybe the door edge got slightly tweaked? I'd probably never notice it - will be lost in the beauty of the remainder.

Yeah, that could be. You can actually feel where the gap is and it sort of fades in like material was shaved off. I went back to look for an old pic and I can see the same size gap from before I tore it all apart. If they can't make any better by the weekend, I'm just going to say the hell with it. We're trying to get the exterior painted this week.

**Tom Vogel** · 03-10-2017, 02:06 PM

They should be able to fix that easily.

72K5CSTDarkOlive · 06-02-2017, 06:29 PM

Well, this has been a long time coming. I couldn't believe my eyes at first. I'll be taking it back to my place after the weekend and start putting everything back together. They have one final step of polishing left to do so I'm going to have to wait until Monday. I was really hoping to have it back for this weekend.

tinydb84 · 06-02-2017, 06:33 PM

Looking good!

**IronCanine** · 06-02-2017, 06:40 PM

Looks great Mike. So happy for you. Lots of fun ahead. Can't wait for the assembly pics. This is gonna be a good one.

UGAK5 · 06-02-2017, 07:01 PM

Awesome progress Mike!

I now know EVERYTHING takes twice as long as you expect and costs twice as much!

Truly a great build you have going there!

**DeadheadNM** · 06-02-2017, 10:06 PM

Awesome!

**Ol Blue K20** · 06-02-2017, 11:06 PM

Looks fantastic!!!!!!

**Tom Vogel** · 06-03-2017, 08:15 AM

Mm, Mm, Mmmm

Gillnetter · 06-03-2017, 01:09 PM

Looks great!!

72K5CSTDarkOlive · 06-05-2017, 01:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tinydb84

Looking good!

Quote:

Originally Posted by IronCanine

Looks great Mike. So happy for you. Lots of fun ahead. Can't wait for the assembly pics. This is gonna be a good one.

Quote:

Originally Posted by UGAK5

Awesome progress Mike!

I now know EVERYTHING takes twice as long as you expect and costs twice as much!

Truly a great build you have going there!

Quote:

Originally Posted by DeadheadNM

Awesome!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ol Blue K20

Looks fantastic!!!!!!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tom Vogel

Mm, Mm, Mmmm

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gillnetter

Looks great!!

Thank you, guys! @UGAK5 - That's an understatement!

NorCal · 06-07-2017, 04:39 PM

Dig it!

72K5CSTDarkOlive · 06-17-2017, 05:06 AM

Finally, the K5 made it home! It's a little tight but I'll make it work. It has been, what feels like, the longest two years of my life. I'm really excited to get back to it and this is going to be the most fun part of the build.

While all this time in limbo, I would often think of making subtle changes or mods here and there out of boredom.

So when the K5 was getting painted I had them do a few pieces to match.

Sent the emblem out to get re-chromed. Only broke one of the tabs and was able to fold the rest back over.

**Tom Vogel** · 06-17-2017, 07:52 AM

Sweeet!

72K5CSTDarkOlive · 07-06-2017, 10:09 PM

Been making a little bit of progress.

1. Installed a vibration damper (CLD) using Second Skin Damplifier Pro and then on then added another layer using their MLV noise barrier Luxury Liner Pro. The CLD was easy to install but the MLV stuff could be a little messy if you're not careful.

2. Instrument Panel installed. Had my original unit rebuilt by member Tom (TBONE1964) and added the factory tach.

3. Radio, Ashtray and AC control and heater box inside the cab.

72K5CSTDarkOlive · 07-06-2017, 10:18 PM

I've been researching the speaker location for blazers and have found there are "three locations" 1) under the dash (connected to AC controls) 2. Some Blazers have on top of the dash like the pick up if you have the center vent 3. Allegedly if you had rear side panels there was one behind the pass side seat.

#3 is out regardless if that is correct.. I think mine might have originally come with the top of dash bc I have have the center vents for the speaker.

Does anyone have any pics of how this is mounted if it is supposed to be top dash mounted style?

**IronCanine** · 07-06-2017, 10:19 PM

Love it...especially the dry erase board to do list.

**1rippen6** · 07-07-2017, 10:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 72K5CSTDarkOlive

Been making a little bit of progress.

1. Installed a vibration damper (CLD) using Second Skin Damplifier Pro and then on then added another layer using their MLV noise barrier Luxury Liner Pro. The CLD was easy to install but the MLV stuff could be a little messy if you're not careful.

2. Instrument Panel installed. Had my original unit rebuilt by member Tom (TBONE1964) and added the factory tach.

3. Radio, Ashtray and AC control and heater box inside the cab.

I just pulled a speaker out yesterday wish I would have seen this before now. The parts are on the for sale forum.

72K5CSTDarkOlive · 07-20-2017, 12:44 AM

Can anyone help me identify these parts? The plastic piece inside the cowl and whatever is coming out from it. close up pics of inside the cowl would be super helpful. Thanks

72K5CSTDarkOlive · 07-20-2017, 02:12 AM

The Factory Assembly Manual refers to the L Shape tube as a "shaft" (#21) in the diagram. I found the metal piece ( also referred to as crank from others on here) that slides into the shaft and attached via a screw. (#3) "Cap" and (#4) "Bearing" stated in the diagram is where I am lost.

The Spring (#2) Looks like it attaches to the top side of the cowl and the other end connects to something, I have no idea what, shown here in the diagram (#1) Valve ASM at the bottom right corner.

What does this "Cap" (#3) look like? Is it available? Are there alternative options?

What about the "Bearing" (#4) Is it available? Are there alternative options?

Appreciate any help from the board. Thanks!

**1rippen6** · 07-20-2017, 06:55 AM

That is outsider air control for a/c there is a vacuum diaphragm that hooks to it also.

03-09-2017, 07:42 PM	#451
72K5CSTDarkOlive Registered User Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Central Coast, CA Posts: 774	Re: Attempting my first build 72 K5 We got the new body bushing kit from Wes and it now sits up much higher. The bracket I'm running along side the valve covers is still hitting the firewall so I'm going to find a different solution to routing the wires. If anybody is on the fence of getting poly mounts or the ones made from Wes, do yourself a favor and go with the latter. I forgot to take a pic when I was at the shop earlier of the wires hitting the fire wall but I have some other progress pics Mounted the top to align doors, etc. and began repair work on many cracks (more than I originally thought). The windows have this aftermarket tint, but I'm going to remove it and leave it with the factory green tint. Attached Images __________________ 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

03-09-2017, 07:54 PM	#452
72K5CSTDarkOlive Registered User Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Central Coast, CA Posts: 774	Re: Attempting my first build 72 K5 The drivers side door towards the fender has an abnormal gap (maybe material missing? ) I made indentation marks where you can see the gap that I'm referring to. Other than this area the gaps are eve. We're kind of puzzled as to what gives. driver door fender side driver door other side. This lines up good here. Pass side lines up perfect. __________________ 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

03-09-2017, 09:15 PM	#453
IronCanine I'm trying.... Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Athens, GA Posts: 2,701	Re: Attempting my first build 72 K5 This thread is getting HOT!!!Looking good Mike. Keep it up! __________________ 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..."

03-09-2017, 10:40 PM	#454
DeadheadNM Carpe manana Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Eau Claire, WI Posts: 12,422	Re: Attempting my first build 72 K5 Thumbs up Mike. I'm at a loss to explain the gap - maybe the door edge got slightly tweaked? I'd probably never notice it - will be lost in the beauty of the remainder. __________________ 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

03-10-2017, 02:06 PM	#456
Tom Vogel 2WD Jimmy Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Davis County, Utah Posts: 2,565	Re: Attempting my first build 72 K5 They should be able to fix that easily.

06-02-2017, 06:29 PM	#457
72K5CSTDarkOlive Registered User Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Central Coast, CA Posts: 774	Re: Attempting my first build 72 K5 Well, this has been a long time coming. I couldn't believe my eyes at first. I'll be taking it back to my place after the weekend and start putting everything back together. They have one final step of polishing left to do so I'm going to have to wait until Monday. I was really hoping to have it back for this weekend. Attached Images __________________ 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

06-02-2017, 06:33 PM	#458
tinydb84 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: San Jose Ca Posts: 2,871	Re: Attempting my first build 72 K5 Looking good! __________________ David Used parts build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=638991 My brother's Nova: http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=727985 Rear suspension rework: http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=750557 Instagram: myfabguy

06-02-2017, 06:40 PM	#459
IronCanine I'm trying.... Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Athens, GA Posts: 2,701	Re: Attempting my first build 72 K5 Looks great Mike. So happy for you. Lots of fun ahead. Can't wait for the assembly pics. This is gonna be a good one. __________________ 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..."

06-02-2017, 07:01 PM	#460
UGAK5 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Cornelius, NC Posts: 167	Re: Attempting my first build 72 K5 Awesome progress Mike! I now know EVERYTHING takes twice as long as you expect and costs twice as much! Truly a great build you have going there!

06-02-2017, 10:06 PM	#461
DeadheadNM Carpe manana Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Eau Claire, WI Posts: 12,422	Re: Attempting my first build 72 K5 Awesome! __________________ 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

06-02-2017, 11:06 PM	#462
Ol Blue K20 Proprietor of Dale's Corner Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Vacaville , CA Posts: 16,240	Re: Attempting my first build 72 K5 Looks fantastic!!!!!! __________________ "Some Days Chickens And Some Days Feathers" Dale XNGH ECV Sam Brannan 1004 R.I.P. 67ChevyRedneck R.I.P. Grumpy Old Man R.I.P. FleetsidePaul

06-03-2017, 08:15 AM	#463
Tom Vogel 2WD Jimmy Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Davis County, Utah Posts: 2,565	Re: Attempting my first build 72 K5 Mm, Mm, Mmmm

06-03-2017, 01:09 PM	#464
Gillnetter Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Vancouver B.C. Posts: 286	Re: Attempting my first build 72 K5 Looks great!! __________________ 1972 Blazer CST Dark Olive, am/fm, tilt, tow hooks, tach dash 1972 SWB C-10 Highlander Blue/White 1972 Canadian 2wd Jimmy light olive 1970 SWB 4x4 4 speed 307

06-07-2017, 04:39 PM	#466
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06-17-2017, 05:06 AM	#467
72K5CSTDarkOlive Registered User Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Central Coast, CA Posts: 774	Re: Attempting my first build 72 K5 Finally, the K5 made it home! It's a little tight but I'll make it work. It has been, what feels like, the longest two years of my life. I'm really excited to get back to it and this is going to be the most fun part of the build. While all this time in limbo, I would often think of making subtle changes or mods here and there out of boredom. So when the K5 was getting painted I had them do a few pieces to match. Sent the emblem out to get re-chromed. Only broke one of the tabs and was able to fold the rest back over. Attached Images __________________ 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



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06-17-2017, 07:52 AM	#468
Tom Vogel 2WD Jimmy Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Davis County, Utah Posts: 2,565	Re: Attempting my first build 72 K5 Sweeet!

07-06-2017, 10:09 PM	#469
72K5CSTDarkOlive Registered User Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Central Coast, CA Posts: 774	Re: Attempting my first build 72 K5 Been making a little bit of progress. 1. Installed a vibration damper (CLD) using Second Skin Damplifier Pro and then on then added another layer using their MLV noise barrier Luxury Liner Pro. The CLD was easy to install but the MLV stuff could be a little messy if you're not careful. 2. Instrument Panel installed. Had my original unit rebuilt by member Tom (TBONE1964) and added the factory tach. 3. Radio, Ashtray and AC control and heater box inside the cab. Attached Images __________________ 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

07-06-2017, 10:18 PM	#470
72K5CSTDarkOlive Registered User Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Central Coast, CA Posts: 774	Re: Attempting my first build 72 K5 I've been researching the speaker location for blazers and have found there are "three locations" 1) under the dash (connected to AC controls) 2. Some Blazers have on top of the dash like the pick up if you have the center vent 3. Allegedly if you had rear side panels there was one behind the pass side seat. #3 is out regardless if that is correct.. I think mine might have originally come with the top of dash bc I have have the center vents for the speaker. Does anyone have any pics of how this is mounted if it is supposed to be top dash mounted style? Attached Images __________________ 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

07-06-2017, 10:19 PM	#471
IronCanine I'm trying.... Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Athens, GA Posts: 2,701	Re: Attempting my first build 72 K5 Love it...especially the dry erase board to do list. __________________ 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..."

07-20-2017, 12:44 AM	#473
72K5CSTDarkOlive Registered User Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Central Coast, CA Posts: 774	Re: Attempting my first build 72 K5 Can anyone help me identify these parts? The plastic piece inside the cowl and whatever is coming out from it. close up pics of inside the cowl would be super helpful. Thanks Attached Images __________________ 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

07-20-2017, 02:12 AM	#474
72K5CSTDarkOlive Registered User Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Central Coast, CA Posts: 774	Re: Attempting my first build 72 K5 The Factory Assembly Manual refers to the L Shape tube as a "shaft" (#21) in the diagram. I found the metal piece ( also referred to as crank from others on here) that slides into the shaft and attached via a screw. (#3) "Cap" and (#4) "Bearing" stated in the diagram is where I am lost. The Spring (#2) Looks like it attaches to the top side of the cowl and the other end connects to something, I have no idea what, shown here in the diagram (#1) Valve ASM at the bottom right corner. What does this "Cap" (#3) look like? Is it available? Are there alternative options? What about the "Bearing" (#4) Is it available? Are there alternative options? Appreciate any help from the board. Thanks! Attached Images __________________ 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

07-20-2017, 06:55 AM	#475
1rippen6 Senior Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Greencastle PA Posts: 6,782	Re: Attempting my first build 72 K5 That is outsider air control for a/c there is a vacuum diaphragm that hooks to it also.

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