"Slowly but Surely" Big J's build thread...

[Big J]

Installed the clutch/brake assembly, shift and trans levers, some firewall rubber stuff, kick panel vent doors, and the cup holder. Still have some adjusting to do on the cup holder but its neat. Started to put the tailgate together but I guess I've lost or forgot to buy those little clip things. So its a no go on that until I get some of those little clips.

[Chevyman63]

Looking good J...you're almost there!

[ClifBlazer]

you'l have to show some close ups on that cup holder

[lks dcvn]

Looks AWESOME!

Nice work for sure - it is threads/posts like this that make you want to go directly out the shed/garage/yard and look at what it out there and say - I can really do this stuff if I put my mind to it.

Thx for the pix! Keep up the good work and looking forward to future updates...

[Big J]

Originally Posted by lks dcvn

Looks AWESOME!

Nice work for sure - it is threads/posts like this that make you want to go directly out the shed/garage/yard and look at what it out there and say - I can really do this stuff if I put my mind to it.

Thx for the pix! Keep up the good work and looking forward to future updates...

Anyone can do this. I started out doors, with basic wrenching knowledge. Through this build I've learned the rest, welding, painting, bodywork, SANDING, lol, etc. This board is a great help and influence. Anytime you have a question someone has the answer. I've got two locals too that have always been a big help, jamie72 and Huck.

[Big J]

Originally Posted by ClifBlazer

you'l have to show some close ups on that cup holder

Had to take it back out and do some tinkering. It works kinda like a door on a entertainment center, to close push in and it locks in place, push again and it pops out. I didn't like that because it held the front out 3/8's of an inch from the dash. Didn't look right. I pulled it apart, took the spring and lock out. Now it goes against the rubber bumpers like it should. It has some good resistance so it won't be sliding in and out by itself. I took several pics of it for those interested in how it mounts up and what not.

Got a few other things bolted up in the short goofing time I had. Tailgate hardware that goes on the back of the tub and wiper motor.








Heres the spring and plastic piece I pulled out.



Got a few other things bolted up in the short goofing time I had. Tailgate hardware that goes on the back of the tub and wiper motor.

[Bentblazer]

Use the gun to put a hole in the firewall?

[jaros44sr]

Hey J, nice work! Guess I didn't read back far enuff to find out where you got the cup holder. Any help? I like it.

Keep your chin up!!!

[Big J]

Originally Posted by Bentblazer

Use the gun to put a hole in the firewall?

Thats not a gun, its one of those new +P pop rivet guns. It really gets'em in there.

Originally Posted by jaros44sr

Hey J, nice work! Guess I didn't read back far enuff to find out where you got the cup holder. Any help? I like it.

Keep your chin up!!!

I picked that up in the before time in the long long ago. It seems they've went up quite a bit from when I bought mine. Maybe one of the vendors here can get it to ya cheaper.
http://southernkyclassics.com/product.php?skcid=1000280

[Big J]

It seems like I've been spending more time looking for parts then installing them. It took me an hour to find part of the ignition switch assembly, 20 minutes getting the old cylinder out, and 60 seconds to install it. It took 2 days for me to find my dash pad. Talk about stressin', lol. I knew I kept the original, it was in great shape. Tore through 2 storage buildings and 2 garages 3 times each. Yep, 3rd times a charm. I finally found it tonight in the box with my rear bumper. We always seem to put stuff up so we won't loose it don't we, lol. I used Duplicolor vinyl paint on the dash pad. Cleaned it, scuffed it with 400 and cleaned it again. Hopefully the paint holds up. Got the e-brake installed along with the ignition assembly and cig. lighter.

[Big J]

Got the front fender seal set put together today. Oh what fun. First I tried to epoxy it together. That was a huge waste of time. It just wouldn't stick. The kit came with some huge staples but I don't have the tool for those (thats why the epoxy). So I ended up getting out the hammer, needle nose pliers and a drill. Got the staples in and finally got it done.

[lks dcvn]

I just pulled the psgr side fender seals over the weekend - I was wondering how you would repair and replace them.

[Tom Vogel]

BigJ...
Those dust seals are a B---h arent they? I ended up doing the same thing. Also, mine have been hanging from the top holes for a couple months now. The bottom holes arent there anymore because that area was replaced
If you have a pic of that area as its supposed to be drilled... it would be appreciated.

[lks dcvn]

If you want I can get some shots when I get home - they are still off the truck and the sheet metal is pretty clean where they bolt in...

Shoot me a PM to remind me - if you want a shot or two.

[lks dcvn]

Pix of the A pillar and cowl where the bolts go for the inner fender seals.

If you need more or need measurements - just say the word and I can get more when I get a chance.

There is only a few bolts that actually hold the metal bracket thing to the Blazer body - the rest bolt the actual seal itself to the body.

[Big J]

Thanks for takin' the time to post the pics. ^^^^^

Got the brake booster bolted up. Its huge compared to the stock one. I'm either going to lengthen the brace or just make a spacer for it and use a long bolt. I think the spacer will be the easiest route. Got the biggest part of the wiring harness gone over, taped up and laid out. Got the gas pedal figured out. The 70 tub used a different pedal assembly then the 72 and thats what I want to go with. Its workin' out though.




In other news I've got two new dogs. The first one a Chihuahua (Prissy) was given to us by my grandmaw, she had to move and could only take one dog with her. The second is a Puggle (Belle), half Beagle half Pug. My brother and sister inlaw dropped by the day before Thanksgiving and said, "We've bought you a early Christmas present!". Prissy is a little over a year and a nutjob. Belle is 14 weeks and house training great. I lost my last pup of 14 years about 6 months ago, its nice to have them back in the house. Gotta love dogs!

[vtblazer]

Great pic!




...blazer's looking good too.

[Big J]

Now it looks like a Blazer. Got the doors, fenders, tailgate, hood hinges, dash pad, some more wiring, made a neat bracket for the the throttle to go into the firewall, redid the fuel filler neck(wrong angle on it) and probably some other stuff I'm forgetting. A BIG THANKS to jamie72 for coming out to help toss on the sheetmetal. Hope he makes it back soon to finish it, lol.






Heres the hole for the throttle cable. Big hole under the little hole. Bolt goes through the little hole into the bracket.

Heres the bracket and the throttle cable.

[jaros44sr]

Nice work guys, I like that third pic. Doesn't look like ya did that much sanding

[Chevyman63]

Awesome J....it does look like a Blazer again. Your getting close!

[vtblazer]

Lookin' like you'll have a complete ride before the rest of us by a long shot.

Good to have someone to help too.

[Yukon Jack]

Looks great in yellow!

[Big J]

Originally Posted by jaros44sr

Nice work guys, I like that third pic. Doesn't look like ya did that much sanding

I wish I was done sanding. I'm gonna wet sand the whole thing with 400 and reshoot the outside. Hopefully soon.

Originally Posted by Chevyman63

Awesome J....it does look like a Blazer again. Your getting close!

I know, I wanna work on it 24/7 to get it done, lol.

Originally Posted by vtblazer

Lookin' like you'll have a complete ride before the rest of us by a long shot.

Good to have someone to help too.

It wouldn't be where its at if it wasn't for Jamie72 and you guys on this board. Thanks to all!

Originally Posted by Yukon Jack

Looks great in yellow!

Can't wait to get it outside to see how bright it really is.

[5150]

are you bringing that thing to truck show next year?????

[Big J]

Originally Posted by 5150

are you bringing that thing to truck show next year?????

Man I want to. All depends on funds and a few other crazy things. Should have some road time on it before then, probably have some bugs to work out.