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jkade · 10-30-2007, 09:08 PM

Yeah, I get the crap about how did you make a truck look like that. I get the I like you "truck" everywhere I go. I also see every car that passes me takes a long hard look. I am the only one I know of around here with a blazer so I is something people don't see a lot around here. Sometimes I dread have to buy gas becasue I know there will be someone with a bunch of questions.

VinceY · 10-30-2007, 09:17 PM

One day with the top off the blazer, some kids pull up beside us in some small convertible and look up at the wife and said," Nice......nice....truck?"
He liked it but had no idea what it was.

I get the usually good comments on my truck and blazer but I was not prepared for the comments the day that we drove the wifes new car home. At least one person every stop (about 10) had to comment on how nice the car was. (See pic. of the 1966) Too bad we only drove it a week before this 17 year old girl rear ended us. Still waiting on insurance to appraise the damage.

fun in dirt · 10-31-2007, 10:36 AM

Alot of people think it's my husbands Blazer & comment about "letting" me drive it. When I go to the grocery store, the sack boys are always drooling over it.
Nobody around here has a clue...they call it a Bronco or comment about that looks pretty neat with the top cut off a truck. The 85 Blazer I owned before, had a banner across the windshield that read "Jeep...Its What for Dinner" so everybody called it a Jeep

But most folks look at it, grin & say cool truck. We have a neighbor that told my husband "it takes a classy woman to drive an old Blazer". And best of all, when it's in the shop and we've been working on it all day, my little boy will be swinging on the roll cage & with his sweet lil smile say "Mama I like your Bucket"....that's the comments that keep me motivated & not selling it

tdkosta · 11-05-2007, 10:53 PM

I'm guilty.

My blazer is still a work in progress and is not on the road at the moment.

This week I passed a white blazer in Phoenix that was fixed up real nice. I couldn't help but pull a u-turn, shut off the radio, roll down the windows, and follow it. I'm glad it's not against the law to stalk a nice blazer.

Jtrux · 11-05-2007, 11:53 PM

yeah I love the attention. I know it's weird but I love it when people ask me what it is, i've only had that happen with the top off but I love telling people it's a Blazer, they never believe me. I also like it when I meet other board members by them saying "Hey you should check out 67-72 chevy trucks" and of course I say, "oh yeah, i'm a member too". Fun stuff.

Blizz · 07-28-2008, 06:43 AM

Bump

70rs/ss · 07-28-2008, 02:44 PM

I guess this is a burdon we must carry! If I want to blend in and be left alone, I drive one of our late models, but I always figure on at least one person stiking up a conversation. I have owned several 67-72 trucks, blazers, burbs, and the 70 camaro, 70 super bee, etc, etc so I am kinda used to guys reminiscing. I think it is part of the deal, I don't even bothe rtrying to correct, I just enjoy the misty eyed look most have as they remember their story. I haven't had any conversion comments, but the bronco or later model blazer thing comes up, anyways I figure we are the stewards of this hobby and we should be honored that folks dig our sickness!

Long Roof · 07-28-2008, 06:20 PM

Just went to Bob Evans yesterday and when we came out some dude was snapping pics of it with his camera phone and talking to his buddy about how cool it is. He asked me what year it was and complimented me on having great taste. I think he was talking about the Jimmy and not my wife but who knows

**7D2N** · 08-12-2008, 09:54 PM

Yes, I love the comments and thumbs up that's makes it fun, but I was wondering does anyone else like to drive in front of buildings with big glass storefronts to see it rolling ?

**Matt's k5** · 08-12-2008, 10:55 PM

i do all the time i had some rich guy driving a mercedes said to me name your price i just thought to myself in you dreams and drove off

**Yukon Jack** · 08-13-2008, 11:24 AM

Was driving the K5 a couple weeks ago and the dude drove up next to me in a big semi and he was giving me a major thumbs up with a big smile on his face - you could tell he really dug it.

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Originally Posted by 7D2N

does anyone else like to drive in front of buildings with big glass storefronts to see it rolling ?

Funny non-truck related story to tell on this - when I was in high school my dad had a 1975 MGB and that was what I usually had to drive - I hated it cause it just wasn't a guy car to me - but anyway, me and a buddy were driving it next to a grocery story and I hit the throttle a couple times and it got to bouncing - looked over into the reflection in the store glass and the dang front tires were bouncing off the ground - guess the front shocks were shot big time!

johnnywagon · 08-13-2008, 08:51 PM

Dont even get me started on the people who say "nice Bronco".

Bull72 · 01-18-2011, 02:14 AM

The very 1st day I drove it home (my wife's birthday... happy Bday to me!):

We stopped to get gas and the attendant said it was kick A* He thought I chopped up a truck and said he hadn't seen anything like it before.

That evening we went to grab some dinner/drinks at Houlihans and parked up front so you could see it from the outside table section. There was a huge group of 10 people or so that asked me about it, told me how awesome it was, and even took pictures of it.

On the way out a lady came out to the parking lot, up to the window and told us how slick it looked.

All within the first day I bought it. Out of the 15 or so people we saw that day, my wife said I was batting a 1000 with all of them! Man I tried to be as humble as possible, but couldn't help but get my head swelled a bit. Felt great and couldn't stop thanking the lord for my blessings! Now that I have had it for 2 months I have had constant comments/remarks/stares/etc for it. Not so much with my top on but on the sunny days without the top it gets way more attention.

**truckster** · 01-18-2011, 09:48 PM

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Originally Posted by johnnywagon

Dont even get me started on the people who say "nice Bronco".

NO KIDDING! Even some of my friends who've talked to me about it and have been told it's a 72 CHEVY BLAZER ask, "So, how's your BRONCO?"

Another story, though: Before the weather got cold and the top went on, I took my wife to a local restaurant with a sidewalk cafe. As I pulled up, I noticed a small family with a little boy that was around three or four. As I killed the engine, the boy turned to his dad and said, "I want to ride in that!" I thought, yeah, I think the same thing every day.

BIGBLU 72 · 01-18-2011, 10:27 PM

the older guys around drool all over it and shower me with stories of the 1st Gen Blazers/Jimmys that theyve owned!
ppl my age (20) just dont seem to understand and insist that its a bronco which burns me up!
one of the most commonly asked questions are "hey wheres the top at" and "man you did a great job choppin that thing" i just laugh!
theres a guy around town with a Scout thats close to the same color as my Jimmy. we once met at a red light and stared at each other as we passed, no head nod nothing just stared!

BLAZERS AND JIMMYS ARE THE COOLEST OF THE 67-72 TRUCK BREED HANDS DOWN, MAYBE EVEN THE MOST INVENTIVE, PROGRESSIVE AND STAND ALONE TRUCK OF ALL TIME! LONG LIVE THE KING OF THE SUV!!!

BIGBLU 72 · 01-18-2011, 10:32 PM

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Originally Posted by 7D2N

I was wondering does anyone else like to drive in front of buildings with big glass storefronts to see it rolling ?

Yeah i love doing that! My dad took me cruisin all the time just to see the car in the windows! he would always ask "hey how we looking"! he called it cruisin the windows!

Rochlow · 01-18-2011, 11:21 PM

Drove Big Bad Bertha back from Port Arbor, MI and found out the gas gauge didn't work after I trade for it. (along with a multitude of other things)

On the way back every time I stopped for gas (about 250 miles) someone would ask me about it. One guy asked what year and I said a 70. He then cops an attitude and says what is it.. replied nicely a GMC Jimmy.

Then about a week later at a local gas station as I'm trying to figure out where to gas is leaking out. A bunch of guys come up and start asking questions about it. Said it was a "bad ass little ride".. I was cool see people reacting like that.

Can't wait to get the new version on the streets..

Bull72 · 01-19-2011, 12:06 AM

I love how there are a lot of posts that say something or other about the gas station =) We are constantly at the pumps, man our horses sure do drink!

AlaskaMatt · 01-19-2011, 12:17 AM

Lots of thumbs up.

The one that kills me. "nice bronco". I tell them if they keep calling my chevy a ford we are going to have to tangle in the dirt. But I say it with a big smile.

Otsa580 · 01-19-2011, 07:54 PM

When I made a parts run I had a guy ask "what year is that, an 80's something or other" When I told them its a 69 his draw dropped and shook his head and said, oh man I didn't know they made them back then.

Parts guys also do a double take when I tell them what I'm working on. Kinda makes me laugh since I've had it 10+ years and I grew up with lots of 67-72 Chevy's.

Bentblazer · 01-20-2011, 09:22 AM

I get a positive comments everytime I'm fueling up, the best for me was at a local car show, older gentleman questioned as to how long it took to cut the top off. Got a funny look when I told him about 15 minutes.

FoxHound · 01-20-2011, 02:04 PM

the other day i watched a guy walk up to mine in a parking lot and check it out from every angle... he looked like he was about ready to hop in and try out the seats lol

FoxHound · 01-20-2011, 02:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AlaskaMatt

The one that kills me. "nice bronco". I tell them if they keep calling my chevy a ford we are going to have to tangle in the dirt. But I say it with a big smile.

hahaha yea that happens to me ALL the time

67swb72klb · 01-20-2011, 03:02 PM

its not a blazer but i cant get gas without a comment !!

elzombo · 01-20-2011, 03:18 PM

Great thread! Prior to dis-assembly, I only got to drive mine once (from the PO's house). I stopped to give my girl a drink (fuel) and got TONS of stares, a couple of honks and a thumbs up (and this was with the top on!). I can't wait to get my sexy girl all fixed up and back where she belongs...TOPLESS! Great inspiration here, thanks for the stories guys!

And yes...I HATE it when people say bronco/scout/jeep!!!

10-30-2007, 09:08 PM	#26
jkade Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: AL Posts: 2,517	Re: i thought this would be a fun topic...post your "looks" stories.. Yeah, I get the crap about how did you make a truck look like that. I get the I like you "truck" everywhere I go. I also see every car that passes me takes a long hard look. I am the only one I know of around here with a blazer so I is something people don't see a lot around here. Sometimes I dread have to buy gas becasue I know there will be someone with a bunch of questions.

10-30-2007, 09:17 PM	#27
VinceY Just need a couple more parts. Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada Posts: 470	Re: i thought this would be a fun topic...post your "looks" stories.. One day with the top off the blazer, some kids pull up beside us in some small convertible and look up at the wife and said," Nice......nice....truck?" He liked it but had no idea what it was. I get the usually good comments on my truck and blazer but I was not prepared for the comments the day that we drove the wifes new car home. At least one person every stop (about 10) had to comment on how nice the car was. (See pic. of the 1966) Too bad we only drove it a week before this 17 year old girl rear ended us. Still waiting on insurance to appraise the damage. Attached Images __________________ --------------------------------------------------- 1947 Studebaker M5 project to match the camping trailer. 1950 Chev 4x4 Pickup 1958 Shasta Airflyte Travel trailer (fresh restoration) 1971 C/10 Pickup(Frame off Restoration) 1972 K5 Blazer CST (Daily Driver & My Company Truck) 1976 Honda CB750 Bobber 1988 Jaguar XJ12

10-31-2007, 10:36 AM	#28
fun in dirt Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Mississippi Posts: 2,122	Re: i thought this would be a fun topic...post your "looks" stories.. Alot of people think it's my husbands Blazer & comment about "letting" me drive it. When I go to the grocery store, the sack boys are always drooling over it. Nobody around here has a clue...they call it a Bronco or comment about that looks pretty neat with the top cut off a truck. The 85 Blazer I owned before, had a banner across the windshield that read "Jeep...Its What for Dinner" so everybody called it a Jeep But most folks look at it, grin & say cool truck. We have a neighbor that told my husband "it takes a classy woman to drive an old Blazer". And best of all, when it's in the shop and we've been working on it all day, my little boy will be swinging on the roll cage & with his sweet lil smile say "Mama I like your Bucket"....that's the comments that keep me motivated & not selling it __________________ '72 C to K20 "Cannibalizer" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...32#post8653432 '85 K30 "Big Nassy" [B]'85 C10 [B] "Corpse" '01 2500 Suburban ...party wagon & tow truck '06 Silverado SS...DD '06 C1500 WT...DD '07 Classic C1500 WT...DD Built & sold cause can't keep 'em all: '72 Blazer "The Bucket" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=433190 '55 Chevy straight axle gasser https://www.trifive.com/forums/showthread.php?t=173938 '69 Pro Street Chevelle http://www.chevelles.com/forums/showthread.php?t=332541 '86 M1031 CUCV http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=553619

11-05-2007, 10:53 PM	#29
tdkosta Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Mesa, AZ Posts: 781	Re: i thought this would be a fun topic...post your "looks" stories.. I'm guilty. My blazer is still a work in progress and is not on the road at the moment. This week I passed a white blazer in Phoenix that was fixed up real nice. I couldn't help but pull a u-turn, shut off the radio, roll down the windows, and follow it. I'm glad it's not against the law to stalk a nice blazer.

11-05-2007, 11:53 PM	#30
Jtrux I'm a poor spectator Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: San Antonio, Tx Posts: 2,287	Re: i thought this would be a fun topic...post your "looks" stories.. yeah I love the attention. I know it's weird but I love it when people ask me what it is, i've only had that happen with the top off but I love telling people it's a Blazer, they never believe me. I also like it when I meet other board members by them saying "Hey you should check out 67-72 chevy trucks" and of course I say, "oh yeah, i'm a member too". Fun stuff. __________________ 2006 Jeep Unlimited IMPACT ORANGE 1993 Chevy 2500 4x4 ExCab LWB 454/NV4500 Tow rig 1977 Ford F100 2x4 LWB 1st truck I owned, still have it!!! 1979 Ford F150 4x4 SWB Built Ford Tough!!! 1971 Chevy Blazer 350 / SM465 / NP205 UNDER CONSTRUCTION Soon to have a LQ4 6.0!!!

07-28-2008, 06:43 AM	#31
Blizz Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Location: San Antonio, Texas Posts: 372	Re: i thought this would be a fun topic...post your "looks" stories.. Bump __________________ '72 K5 CST Blazer 4x4 in perpetual progress '96 2dr Tahoe 4x4 daily driver, Black Bear Performance tune, 285-75-16 Nitto Grapplers, Magnaflow muffler, K&N Air filter, Bilstein Shocks.........E-fan, DT Tri Y or Pacesetter LTs coming soon

07-28-2008, 02:44 PM	#32
70rs/ss Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Northern AZ Posts: 7,270	Re: i thought this would be a fun topic...post your "looks" stories.. I guess this is a burdon we must carry! If I want to blend in and be left alone, I drive one of our late models, but I always figure on at least one person stiking up a conversation. I have owned several 67-72 trucks, blazers, burbs, and the 70 camaro, 70 super bee, etc, etc so I am kinda used to guys reminiscing. I think it is part of the deal, I don't even bothe rtrying to correct, I just enjoy the misty eyed look most have as they remember their story. I haven't had any conversion comments, but the bronco or later model blazer thing comes up, anyways I figure we are the stewards of this hobby and we should be honored that folks dig our sickness!

07-28-2008, 06:20 PM	#33
Long Roof Old School, New Style Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Monroeville, Ohio Posts: 790	Re: i thought this would be a fun topic...post your "looks" stories.. Just went to Bob Evans yesterday and when we came out some dude was snapping pics of it with his camera phone and talking to his buddy about how cool it is. He asked me what year it was and complimented me on having great taste. I think he was talking about the Jimmy and not my wife but who knows __________________ The Good: - 72 GMC Jimmy 4x4 - 307 cid / 350 th - 70 Chevy Suburban 1/2T 2wd - 454 cid /400 th - 96 Chevy Impala SS - mainly stock - 98 Chevy Tahoe LT 4x4 - all stock The Bad: - 86 Chevy Suburban 1/2T 4x4 - winter beater The Ugly: - 72 Chevy Suburban 1/2T 2wd - parts truck

08-12-2008, 09:54 PM	#34
7D2N Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Morgan County Utah Posts: 718	Re: i thought this would be a fun topic...post your "looks" stories.. Yes, I love the comments and thumbs up that's makes it fun, but I was wondering does anyone else like to drive in front of buildings with big glass storefronts to see it rolling ?

08-12-2008, 10:55 PM	#35
Matt's k5 BLAZER THIRTY!! Join Date: May 2007 Location: Utah Posts: 325	Re: i thought this would be a fun topic...post your "looks" stories.. i do all the time i had some rich guy driving a mercedes said to me name your price i just thought to myself in you dreams and drove off __________________ 49 chevy 5 window 20 year project (sold)😟 57 ford fairlane (dad's car never got to it before he passed away R.I.P I LOVE YOU DAD.) 62 GMC 305 V6 custom L/B 72 HIGHLANDER K5 BLAZER 2nd owner 71 K5 MAMMA'S RIDE! 63 GMC 4X4 305 V6 62 GMC SHORT BED SERVICE BODY V6 (STUMPY) 74 GMC CUSTOM 1500 L/B

08-13-2008, 08:51 PM	#37
johnnywagon Sofa King. We, Todd, Ed. Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Spokane, Wa. Posts: 631	Re: i thought this would be a fun topic...post your "looks" stories.. Dont even get me started on the people who say "nice Bronco". __________________ ~John 71 Blazer One Ton 65 Chevelle Station Wagon x2 59 Belair 2 Door 71 Chevy Open Road Van RV www.myspace.com/johnnywagon Last edited by johnnywagon; 08-13-2008 at 08:54 PM.

01-18-2011, 02:14 AM	#38
Bull72 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: San Antonio Tx Posts: 209	Re: i thought this would be a fun topic...post your "looks" stories.. The very 1st day I drove it home (my wife's birthday... happy Bday to me!): We stopped to get gas and the attendant said it was kick A* He thought I chopped up a truck and said he hadn't seen anything like it before. That evening we went to grab some dinner/drinks at Houlihans and parked up front so you could see it from the outside table section. There was a huge group of 10 people or so that asked me about it, told me how awesome it was, and even took pictures of it. On the way out a lady came out to the parking lot, up to the window and told us how slick it looked. All within the first day I bought it. Out of the 15 or so people we saw that day, my wife said I was batting a 1000 with all of them! Man I tried to be as humble as possible, but couldn't help but get my head swelled a bit. Felt great and couldn't stop thanking the lord for my blessings! Now that I have had it for 2 months I have had constant comments/remarks/stares/etc for it. Not so much with my top on but on the sunny days without the top it gets way more attention. __________________ Thank you god for all your blessings! My mini build (I had a great starting point) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=440743 Last edited by Bull72; 01-18-2011 at 02:19 AM.

01-18-2011, 10:27 PM	#40
BIGBLU 72 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Ashland, KY Posts: 700	Re: i thought this would be a fun topic...post your "looks" stories.. the older guys around drool all over it and shower me with stories of the 1st Gen Blazers/Jimmys that theyve owned! ppl my age (20) just dont seem to understand and insist that its a bronco which burns me up! one of the most commonly asked questions are "hey wheres the top at" and "man you did a great job choppin that thing" i just laugh! theres a guy around town with a Scout thats close to the same color as my Jimmy. we once met at a red light and stared at each other as we passed, no head nod nothing just stared! BLAZERS AND JIMMYS ARE THE COOLEST OF THE 67-72 TRUCK BREED HANDS DOWN, MAYBE EVEN THE MOST INVENTIVE, PROGRESSIVE AND STAND ALONE TRUCK OF ALL TIME! LONG LIVE THE KING OF THE SUV!!! __________________ 68 C10 LWB 2/4 drop 406/th400/3.73posi 04 Silverado SS LQ9 6.0/4L65e/4.11posi AWD

01-18-2011, 11:21 PM	#42
Rochlow Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: St. Albans, Vt Posts: 2,520	Re: i thought this would be a fun topic...post your "looks" stories.. Drove Big Bad Bertha back from Port Arbor, MI and found out the gas gauge didn't work after I trade for it. (along with a multitude of other things) On the way back every time I stopped for gas (about 250 miles) someone would ask me about it. One guy asked what year and I said a 70. He then cops an attitude and says what is it.. replied nicely a GMC Jimmy. Then about a week later at a local gas station as I'm trying to figure out where to gas is leaking out. A bunch of guys come up and start asking questions about it. Said it was a "bad ass little ride".. I was cool see people reacting like that. Can't wait to get the new version on the streets..

01-19-2011, 12:06 AM	#43
Bull72 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: San Antonio Tx Posts: 209	Re: i thought this would be a fun topic...post your "looks" stories.. I love how there are a lot of posts that say something or other about the gas station =) We are constantly at the pumps, man our horses sure do drink! __________________ Thank you god for all your blessings! My mini build (I had a great starting point) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=440743



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01-19-2011, 12:17 AM	#44
AlaskaMatt Registered User Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: AK Posts: 198	Re: i thought this would be a fun topic...post your "looks" stories.. Lots of thumbs up. The one that kills me. "nice bronco". I tell them if they keep calling my chevy a ford we are going to have to tangle in the dirt. But I say it with a big smile. __________________ Thanks, Matt My Website

01-19-2011, 07:54 PM	#45
Otsa580 I Love Rusty Chevys Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Omaha, NE Posts: 617	Re: i thought this would be a fun topic...post your "looks" stories.. When I made a parts run I had a guy ask "what year is that, an 80's something or other" When I told them its a 69 his draw dropped and shook his head and said, oh man I didn't know they made them back then. Parts guys also do a double take when I tell them what I'm working on. Kinda makes me laugh since I've had it 10+ years and I grew up with lots of 67-72 Chevy's. __________________ 1969 K5 Blazer 1997 1500 Silverado Ext Cab Z71 2010 1500 Silverado Ext Cab Z71

01-20-2011, 09:22 AM	#46
Bentblazer Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Rolla Mo. Posts: 667	Re: i thought this would be a fun topic...post your "looks" stories.. I get a positive comments everytime I'm fueling up, the best for me was at a local car show, older gentleman questioned as to how long it took to cut the top off. Got a funny look when I told him about 15 minutes. __________________ "85" Monte Carlo SS "71" K5 (SOLD) "64" Chevelle 1930 Chevy two door rat

01-20-2011, 02:04 PM	#47
FoxHound Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Idaho Posts: 111	Re: i thought this would be a fun topic...post your "looks" stories.. the other day i watched a guy walk up to mine in a parking lot and check it out from every angle... he looked like he was about ready to hop in and try out the seats lol __________________ 1972 k/5 Blazer 350V8/TH350/NP205 "The Ox"

01-20-2011, 03:02 PM	#49
67swb72klb Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: livingston co.mi Posts: 2,470	Re: i thought this would be a fun topic...post your "looks" stories.. its not a blazer but i cant get gas without a comment !! __________________ California 65 GTO---Texas 64 burb 283 ---Oklahoma 67 CST SWB BBW wood bed 327 2004r---New Mexico 72 k10 350 350 auto---Georga 72 short step project

01-20-2011, 03:18 PM	#50
elzombo Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 64	Re: i thought this would be a fun topic...post your "looks" stories.. Great thread! Prior to dis-assembly, I only got to drive mine once (from the PO's house). I stopped to give my girl a drink (fuel) and got TONS of stares, a couple of honks and a thumbs up (and this was with the top on!). I can't wait to get my sexy girl all fixed up and back where she belongs...TOPLESS! Great inspiration here, thanks for the stories guys! And yes...I HATE it when people say bronco/scout/jeep!!! Last edited by elzombo; 01-20-2011 at 03:19 PM.

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