street/strip blazer build

[Burt4x4]

What is that inbetween the frame rails infront of the engine??
Looks like it will be fun to drive!

[Yukon Jack]

I'm guessing an intercooler! That's one bad a$$ Blazer!

[Burt4x4]

It kinda looks like a radator but I have never seen a cooler laying flat like that???

[vtblazer]

Originally Posted by jkade

Why is it when someone talks about cutting up on of these or doing something that alters it from stock that they are out of their mind?

That's the way 'this' board is, you won't get that on alot of others.

This place definitely leans towards 'stock' but that's what makes it what it is.
Know what I mean?

[hgs_notes]

I'm almost positive that thing between the rails is an intercooler.

[Purs]

Originally Posted by hgs_notes

I'm almost positive that thing between the rails is an intercooler.

+2

the LSx platform plus a turbo is a great way to make BIG and streetable horsepower. If had........ well, nevermind.

can't wait to see how these projects progress.

[Tom Vogel]

Intercooler...yep. You cant see it in these pictures, but we took the lisence plate bulge out of the front bumper and made a scoop down below that with a... shoot, how do I explain it.... well, the scoop is made in two peices; top half is the hole in the bumper and a fabbed aluminum bottom half that scoops cool air from in front of the truck and directs it up through the
intercooler and into the engine compartment, then the air exits the engine compartment through some really cool vents in the hood (which are flush). You wont have seen this before... I think you will like it.
This thing is sounding less stock all the time.... I know...

My cobra buddy came up with the vent ideas to allow the air to pass through quickly.. the guys a genius. Everytime I talk about wanting to leave something stock, well ,he just says... are you kidding me? Have you looked underneath that thing?
Actually, if you saw this truck sitting somewhere on the street, you would probably say, "nice clean Cheyane package Jimmy with a mild drop and chrome torque thrusts... Honest!


By the way, it was not my intention to hyjack this thread... I was just showing Malibu496 that there was someone who thought like him.

[jkade]

Originally Posted by vtblazer

That's the way 'this' board is, you won't get that on alot of others.

This place definitely leans towards 'stock' but that's what makes it what it is.
Know what I mean?

Yep I know what you mean, but sometimes people should keep opinions to their selves It just gets at me when a guy wants to do something different to his ride and people tell him that he is stupid for doing it to something rare

[Malibu 496]

That is the nice thing about this hobby you can do whatever you want to a vehicle and as long as your happy, who cares what everbody think's.

[jkade]

Originally Posted by Malibu 496

That is the nice thing about this hobby you can do whatever you want to a vehicle and as long as your happy, who cares what everbody think's.

I agree and your ride is gonna be sweet

[hgs_notes]

Originally Posted by Malibu 496

That is the nice thing about this hobby you can do whatever you want to a vehicle and as long as your happy, who cares what everbody think's.

I think you you got a hellova deal on a cool old truck and your plans for it will make one helluva cool ride.

[Burt4x4]

My dumb question for Friday is:
What is an "intercooler"?
Just another name for radeator?

[Purs]

This will get you started.... for further reading click the link below or try Google.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Intercooler

Intercooler
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

An intercooler, or charge air cooler, is an air-to-air or air-to-liquid heat exchange device used on turbocharged and supercharged internal combustion engines to improve their volumetric efficiency by increasing intake air charge density through isochoric cooling. A decrease in air intake temperature provides a denser intake charge to the engine and allows more air and fuel to be combusted per engine cycle, increasing the output of the engine.

The inter prefix in the device name originates from historic compressor designs. In the past, aircraft engines were built with air charge coolers that were typically installed between multiple stages of supercharging, thus the designation of inter. Modern automobile designs are technically designated aftercoolers because of their placement at the end of supercharging chain. This term is now considered archaic in modern automobile terminology since almost all production vehicles have single-stage superchargers.

Intercoolers can vary dramatically in size, shape, and design, depending on the performance and space requirements of the entire supercharger system. Common spatial designs are front mounted intercoolers (FMIC), top mounted intercoolers (TMIC), hybrid mount intercoolers (HMIC). Each type can be cooled with an air-to-air system, air-to-liquid system, or a combination of both.

[Burt4x4]

Ok so it is an air cooler for the intake of a supercharger or turbo

No wonder i didn't have a clear idea of what it was for, not realy a "4x4 part" and well that is all I know...

[ABLAZN]

Originally Posted by jkade

Yep I know what you mean, but sometimes people should keep opinions to their selves It just gets at me when a guy wants to do something different to his ride and people tell him that he is stupid for doing it to something rare

I understand wanting to keep something that is rare original to a point. There is more value to them if you are going to sell them. A original classic will ALMOST always sell for more then a cut up race version of the same thing for the same money spent. That being said, I can't think of a single vehicle that I have owned for any amount of time that I did not change in some way. I aways want to try to make something better, at least in my eyes. I have always been that way and I enjoy seeing what someone else has done to their rig to improve it for themselves. Thankfully times are changing, and people are all right with upgrading older vehicles more so now then in the past. The "retro" movement is the best thing to happen to the classic car market in a long time. It gets these rigs back on the street for less money then a numbers matching restoration and make them more of a pleasure to drive. In the end, I am for anything that keeps these Blazers from the scrap pile and available for us to enjoy seeing.

[NTR72GMC]

I understand wanting to keep something that is rare original to a point. There is more value to them if you are going to sell them. A original classic will ALMOST always sell for more then a cut up race version of the same thing for the same money spent. That being said, I can't think of a single vehicle that I have owned for any amount of time that I did not change in some way. I aways want to try to make something better, at least in my eyes. I have always been that way and I enjoy seeing what someone else has done to their rig to improve it for themselves. Thankfully times are changing, and people are all right with upgrading older vehicles more so now then in the past. The "retro" movement is the best thing to happen to the classic car market in a long time. It gets these rigs back on the street for less money then a numbers matching restoration and make them more of a pleasure to drive. In the end, I am for anything that keeps these Blazers from the scrap pile and available for us to enjoy seeing.

WELL SAID

[Rokcrln]

Those look like some nice rig on their way to some fun street cruising
And yes this board is very protective of their factory 2wd Blazers and it can get heated up at times. This can be good and bad, good because people care about these old trucks and that will keep more around for our kids to enjoy. Bad, because they don't think like me or is that a good thing... Yep another check for the good thing list!

This is also why I have never brought up a C5 unibody Pro Touring twin turbo 70 2wd Blazer

Kevin
LFD Inc.

[smbrouss70]

Originally Posted by Rokcrln

Bad, because they don't think like me or is that a good thing... Yep another check for the good thing list!

This is also why I have never brought up a C5 unibody Pro Touring twin turbo 70 2wd Blazer

Kevin
LFD Inc.

I think like you... or do you think like me? I just lack the funds!

I definately think you should do it whatever way you think you would like. We may be crazy to cut up these "precious" blazers, but hey a stock 2wd Blazer just looks way too plain for me.

[herb101]

Rant ON

I don't get how it's OK to C-notch a frame and cut and raise a bed floor, maybe Z a front frame section - all on the 'precious' factory 2wd trucks, but this is looked down on?!?!

Gimme a break - when you buy YOUR truck, you get full permission to do whatever you want with it - PERIOD. No matter what others may think or 'feel' - your ride = YOUR decisions.

Rant OFF

This industry would not even exist for us to enjoy if not for folks like you guys taking initiative and imagination and talent and mixing them together to push the envelope. KUDOS for a great truck and original (or at least semi-original ) build plan. I love boosted motors and they're even better in trucks.

Herb

[smbrouss70]

Oh yeah, I forgot to add that I don't care what the value is of my Blazer, I'll never sell it. I waited to long to find one. If I wanted something that would keep or increase it's value, I'd invest in real estate, not "Toys."

Now get to work, I want to see some cool progress pics!

[FRENCHBLUE72]

Looks to be 2 sweet ride comming together and btw there your rides do to them as you want............just dont cut the dash for a din stereo....lol

[lolife99]

Wow! Alot of great thoughts on the "save the 2wd" vs. "the cut it up". I'm definitely one who would "bag that thing in a minute" (see my first post,...). I just thought you could get $3500 to $4500 for that thing and buy a 4x4 to make a race truck out of. I didn't mean stir things up. I'm never going to drive a "bone stock" vehicle of any kind,... I just thought it would be a great way to raise some racing fund$. Pm me if you decide to sell it.

[Malibu 496]

I thought it was about time to update my thread even though I didnt get too much done yet, I have had alot of stuff going on and no money to do anything. I have got my blazer tore down and am ready to start the body work.
What is the best way to get the body straght to weld in some bracing?
The left rear is sagging pretty good and I dont want to do any further damage by trying to get is straight.

Also if anybody needs any of my stock parts I will be looking to sell some of the stuff I took off.


Thanks Josh

[Tom Vogel]

............just dont cut the dash for a din stereo....lol[/QUOTE]

CUT THE DASH?... CUT THE DASH? You HAVE GOT to be KIDDING ME. WHO in their right mind would ever cut a beutiful stock dash... I would NEVER do that!!!


actually... I probably wouldnt cut the dash for a stereo.. You wont be able to hear it.

To whom it may concern.. we are finally getting ready to pace the front clip. Just waiting for some vendors to get me some vital parts.

[LUV2XCLR8]

Originally Posted by smbrouss70

We may be crazy to cut up these "precious" blazers.

Me, I'm (This was secretly aimed at me, right Steve?)

I'm gonna destroy "GQ" ($30K+ Invested) to build my Dream.

And for those who think it's a disgrace should have bought it
for just $15K (Hellova Deal) when I was trying to sell her.

Do what you want, I have tried 5 times to get what I wanted
(5 Blazers in last 5 years) The wild looks you get are worth it.