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Re: Lks Dcvn - 1972 2WD Blazer Build
Can't wait to see it 😉👍
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Re: Lks Dcvn - 1972 2WD Blazer Build
Quick update pix...
Loosely installed the ECE LS motor mounts - did not drill the cross member yet as I want to clean it up a bit more still. Also got the tires (275/60/15) mounted on the 15x8 rally wheels and had some time to install them today. Trim rings and center caps need some minor work prior to final install. Waiting on drop spindles and then will dig into the front end rebuild and cleaning up the rest of the front suspension. |
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Re: Lks Dcvn - 1972 2WD Blazer Build
I think you've done your good deed for the day! Looking real nice!
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Re: Lks Dcvn - 1972 2WD Blazer Build
I like it.
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Finally an update 4+ months later.
I spent my limited free time over the past few months removing the rest of the non-metal parts (wiring harnesses, dash cluster, heater components, etc.) to prep the body for a media blast to see what lurks at the bare metal layer before digging into the resurrection. Yesterday - the 2wd Blazer and several new parts were loaded into a trailer bound for TN. I also picked up another 2wd Blazer chassis to go with the tub sitting in my spare garage bay. I coordinated to split the rest of the build between two different shops in 2017. Body and chassis work - the plan is to take the original tub sitting on the chassis, media blast it and then determine the amount of work ahead to bring it back to solid metal. I'm already aware of the following areas of concern:
Paint will be the original 1972 524 Red-Orange and the bottom of the tub will be Line-X'd to prevent future wear and rusting. Still on the fence about having the inside done with Line-X as well as I'm not sure if I am going to do carpet or not yet. Thoughts from the group on if Line-X'ing the inside of the tub? Next will be an American Autowire Update Series 510089 to make sure the wiring is up to snuff. Top has cracking and the hatch struts need replaced - might go to gas struts here - and once complete - the top will be used sparingly so still not sure if I want to pursue a lot of work on the top yet. Drivetrain - (Street Machinery) - After the body work, paint and chassis are complete - Boris and the gurus at Street Machinery perform the rest of the items on the blazer including:
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Line-X'ing the inside of the tub is always a cool look without carpet. It's also a Protector against moisture problems when having carpet ...
Unexpected rain / morning dew / spills etc... |
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I had mine Rhino Lined over the weekend.
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One more
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That looks great Beau2a!!
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That looks really good. Are you putting carpet over that Beau2a or leaving it just like that?
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Hey thanks. I think I will eventually put carpet over it. For now just gonna drive it like this. I'm really happy with how it turned out. It does a nice job cutting down the noise.
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Super cool looking !
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Re: Lks Dcvn - 1972 2WD Blazer Build
The blazer made it safely to start the body work. After removing the orange tub from the body it became apparent that the tub would be a lot of work so the Blue tub was sent down last week to use instead and the spare 1970 2wd chassis was also sold.
The original 2wd chassis has been media blasted and is pending powder coat. The blue tub will be blasted, mated to the frame with Wes's new blazer body mount kit and then body work started with the top in place. I ordered up some Dead End Garage bolt in exhaust cutouts for the x-member and a red head steering gear box this week. They are on their way as the frame is going to be put together with new MOOG parts as well as the ECE 2.5/4" static drop. Last edited by lks dcvn; 05-02-2019 at 02:51 AM. |
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Digging into the blue tub...found some spots I'm glad were found now so they can be cleaned up and repaired.
Looks like even in Montana - these things rust away from the inside out. Last edited by lks dcvn; 05-02-2019 at 02:51 AM. |
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Frame has been blown apart to make sure no rust is hiding and being prepped for powdercoat - a few more pix...
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I see some things very similar to mine in these pics !!! Keep er up !!!
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Frame is back from powder and assembly has started - hoping for rolling chassis by the end of the week.
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Nice, makes me question not pulling the tub off the frame...
Good work, Rg
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Wow, just wow.
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This is the fourth 2wd 70-72 I have owned since I joined the forum. I'm at a spot now where I can build one up and keep one for awhile. This one is getting the full treatment...
I also picked up a 71 4x4 blazer project to tinker with while this one is being built. No pics or build thread for that one yet. It's getting some work done to make it safe/reliable for the summer. |
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Talked to my mechanic this morning actually - rotors, calipers and ball joints were replaced today on the project blazer after they dug into the front suspension... I think that's the last of the repairs so after confirming no more leaks from almost every possible spot including the gas tank - I should get the truck back this week (finally)!
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I was wrong the alternator was the next thing to fail the inspection over the weekend - new alternator pending for the 71 Blazer project...
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Your project is looking good. Looking forward to seeing the 4wd that you picked up.
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