Lks Dcvn: 70 2wd GMC Jimmy Conversion Project

[1956cameo]

Wow! Just saw this build thread. Great job! It's going to be one sick looking Jimmy!!

[lks dcvn]

Almost a year since my last post - still been working on it though.

My old list

• route the heater vents to the dash outlets - Done
• install new glovebox insert - Done
• get driver side courtesy light door pin functional (passenger side works) - replaced both - work great now - Done
• install rebuilt hatch latches (thanks 1rippen6) - Done
• locate light blue escutcheons to replace broken ones in doors - bought NOS and then painted them with 1970 Corvette 'Bright Blue' Interior Paint - Done
• locate shift boot and surround that can accommodate the Hurst shifter - Done
• install/update inner door felts/seals - Done
• paint door mirror heads white - Done
• install OEM AM radio - swapped in 8-track AM/FM that is period correct - Done
• NEW - heater control update with complete disassembly, cleaning and then lubricating all moving parts to remedy sticking levers (works great now!) - Done
• NEW - create/install plates to move driver seat back - Done
• NEW - install blue ACC interior carpet. It hasn't had any carpet in it since I bought it a few years ago - Done (waiting for carpet to settle a bit more) It is a LOT of blue to look at, but may go to dark blue vinyl down the road, but for now - I'll keep driving it

Pending Items-

• refinish the sill plates, carpet trim and install those now that carpet is in - pending
• finalize center console install (moving it back to accommodate the Muncie 4 speed)
• I am seeking a full set of driver quality Blazer trim (fenders, doors, bedsides, tailgate and tail lights (non-woodgrain if possible). The body holes are still there - would love to return to stock look on exterior.

[low'n slow]

looks good.

[lks dcvn]

^ Thank you - I have been driving it as much as I can when the weather cooperates (no rain). Hard to believe these trucks are 50+ years old now.

[Dieselwrencher]

Very nice build! You have a really nice job on it. I bet it is really fun to drive with the M22 in it!

[FRENCHBLUE72]

Any progress?

[lks dcvn]

Not much progress on this one - drive it 2-3 times a week just to keep things fresh. Although with snow coming - it won't be driven until spring now.

I still have a working list of stuff to do - it's all minor stuff now though:

• fix/replace rear metal splash pans (not sure I really want/need to do this - it never sees rain)
• install the rear seat
• install the center console
• cut hole in carpet for headlight dimmer
• install sill plates
• install cargo floor carpet trim front/back
• install side trim (have a driver quality set now - just need to install)
• install wiper arms/blades

[low'n slow]

I am glad that you are enjoying the Jimmy and getting some use out of it.

[lks dcvn]

It's been a bit since an update. Still have it - still working on it. Still driving it when the weather cooperates.

Center console now installed
Headlight dimmer hole now complete with plastic/rubber grommet

Just had board member TKCR restore the belts back to OEM spec - money well spent - just got those installed today and would recommend TK's work. I also had a set of parchment belts done at the same time for another blazer - those look great as well.

[DeadheadNM]

The belts look great.

[lks dcvn]

Updated the 17" TT2s to a set of 20x8 and 20x10 TT2s - VN215s. Won't be driving it until spring so won't know how much different the ride is. I do have a few more things I need to fix as time permits:

• leaky rear brake line
• leaky rear diff cover
• front brakes
• adjust accelerator springs - either sticking or too stiff

I'm thinking of going with the Wilwood D52s when I do the front brakes now that I have a lot more of the caliper visible. Anybody have any experience with these calipers?