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**lolife99** · 09-07-2013, 01:16 AM

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Who would ever want one of those ugly Blazers. There is no possible way to make them look cool.

I always wondered what happened to this blazer?
It was one of my favorite "custom" 2wd blazers.
Sorry for the hijack and "gratuitous blazer picture".

C10_ustacould · 09-07-2013, 02:03 AM

Shoot Keith... You can always throw a sweet Blazer pic my way! Very cool!
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C10_ustacould · 09-07-2013, 11:07 PM

Took the truck to a show today... A couple of hundred cars and mine was the only 67-72 but still no hardware!

I don't go for the hardware I go to talk cars and trucks with other gear heads, and we did plenty of that today.

All those cars and I only took pics of one...

C10_ustacould · 09-07-2013, 11:08 PM

A few more from when the sun was out...

C10_ustacould · 09-07-2013, 11:10 PM

After the show we cruised up to the local Hooters for a Show n Shine and some wings. I guess the Hooters gals liked the truck, they left a signed t-shirt for us!

Rusbuilt · 09-08-2013, 02:56 AM

Nice pics sir!! The truck looks awesome!

65 wonton · 09-08-2013, 03:44 AM

This is a great thread. I have enjoyed the read tremendously.

Question, though. What motor mounts and perches did you use. It kinda looks like you might have used the 73-87 stock perches & mounts with adapter plates. If not, then which?

Dave.

**lolife99** · 09-08-2013, 09:13 AM

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Nice pics sir!! The truck looks awesome!

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RRC · 09-08-2013, 10:41 AM

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Nice pics sir!! The truck looks awesome!

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C10_ustacould · 09-08-2013, 11:03 AM

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Nice pics sir!! The truck looks awesome!

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Thanks guys I appreciate it!

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Originally Posted by 65 wonton

This is a great thread. I have enjoyed the read tremendously.

Question, though. What motor mounts and perches did you use. It kinda looks like you might have used the 73-87 stock perches & mounts with adapter plates. If not, then which?

Dave.

Dave - I used ECE conversion mounts. I believe the lowers (frame stands) are 73-87 and ECE fabricates the upper mount. They set the engine farther forward than most other mounts, but I have had zero issues with clearance around the exhaust or accessories.

C10_ustacould · 09-08-2013, 07:28 PM

Updated interior pic... No radio and I finally found an NOS lighter assembly to fill that hole.

68basket · 09-08-2013, 07:35 PM

i am starting to mock up my vintage air install along with the wiring and ecu for the 5.3. how did you find room for it all in the dash? mine seems packed full.

C10_ustacould · 09-08-2013, 07:59 PM

I built a plate that is held in place by the radio/speaker screw up top and the heater support bracket screw on the bottom. And then I jammed all the wiring up in there as best I could. It will really depend on which harness you have.

TruckFarmer · 09-08-2013, 08:06 PM

Turned out AWESOME. Love the look with that patina. Excellent job, sir.
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1stchevy · 09-08-2013, 08:36 PM

Truck looks great! Nailed the stance too.

68basket · 09-08-2013, 09:20 PM

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I built a plate that is held in place by the radio/speaker screw up top and the heater support bracket screw on the bottom. And then I jammed all the wiring up in there as best I could. It will really depend on which harness you have.

everything i see you do is top notch!

is this mounted where the radio would go? no room left for a radio?

I have the PSI harness and really want to keep the ecm in the cab but may end up with it out in the engine bay due to space.

C10_ustacould · 09-08-2013, 10:14 PM

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Turned out AWESOME. Love the look with that patina. Excellent job, sir.
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Truck looks great! Nailed the stance too.

Thanks guys!

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everything i see you do is top notch!

is this mounted where the radio would go? no room left for a radio?

I have the PSI harness and really want to keep the ecm in the cab but may end up with it out in the engine bay due to space.

I don't know about top notch, but it is a functional.

There isn't much room under there and there are a couple of things that still need to be mounted... I'm the king of the zip tie! The bracket fits straight up and down flat against the firewall. It's sort of a z so that I could pick up the screw that goes into the cowl for the speaker/radio mount. The problem with the radio is after you get the bracket in there you have to tighten that screw and it is easier without the radio installed. Also my fuse/relay panel is living in that space right now, so I bought a radio delete panel and left the radio out. I have been kicking around the idea of mounting the ecm behind the seat. Porterbuilt has a set of panels that close out the space behind the seat and would be a great mount for the ECM and fuse/relay center. The downside is having to order another PSI harness that is about 2 feet longer. We'll have to see what happens with that.

65 wonton · 09-08-2013, 10:15 PM

Thanks.

Dave.

Bennett68C10 · 09-09-2013, 08:39 AM

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Nice pics sir!! The truck looks awesome!

I agree, truck looks great
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**cericd** · 09-09-2013, 08:55 AM

Hey Buck. Diggin' all the new pics!

builtbyKane · 09-09-2013, 09:21 AM

That's one sharp looking cruiser.
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shearjs · 09-09-2013, 09:25 AM

When you installed your Classic Instruments gauges, did you have to do anything special to get your tach working properly? I installed mine this past weekend, but haven't been able to get it going right just yet. I tried the switches on the back for 8 cylinder and also 4 cylinder to no avail. Truck looks great Buck. Can't wait to see the PB stuff on there.

C10_ustacould · 09-09-2013, 06:16 PM

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I agree, truck looks great
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Thanks Keith!

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Hey Buck. Diggin' all the new pics!

Thanks Chris, What's up with your project?

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That's one sharp looking cruiser.
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Thanks bro!

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When you installed your Classic Instruments gauges, did you have to do anything special to get your tach working properly? I installed mine this past weekend, but haven't been able to get it going right just yet. I tried the switches on the back for 8 cylinder and also 4 cylinder to no avail. Truck looks great Buck. Can't wait to see the PB stuff on there.

I just set it for 4 cyl pulse for the LS and it has worked perfectly. Make sure you have good grounds and that the speedo has it's own separate ground if it's electronic.

Xeen · 09-14-2013, 08:38 PM

The truck looks great Buck.
It's too bad there wasn't a goodlookin' girl included with that T-Shirt, but I guess a signed shirt will have to do.

I saw you taking a peek at my build, thanks for stopping by.

C10_ustacould · 09-14-2013, 09:40 PM

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The truck looks great Buck.
It's too bad there wasn't a goodlookin' girl included with that T-Shirt, but I guess a signed shirt will have to do.

I saw you taking a peek at my build, thanks for stopping by.

Thanks Brian, There's a lot of progress over your way. Keep up the good work!

09-07-2013, 02:03 AM	#927
C10_ustacould A day late and $1 short... Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Northwest FL Posts: 3,877	Re: Project "Just an Old Truck" Shoot Keith... You can always throw a sweet Blazer pic my way! Very cool! Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Buck Instagram: C10_ustacould 1963 SWB Fleet Side 528 Desert Beige Milly 1967 SWB Step Side 506 Medium Blue The Old Girl 1968 SWB Fleet Side 503 Light Green Ellie SOLD 1965 SWB Fleet Side 507 Light Blue Prescription Strength SOLD 1971 SWB Fleet Side 521 White Shiro SOLD 1968 SWB Step Side 503 Light Green My Old Farm Truck SOLD

09-07-2013, 11:07 PM	#928
C10_ustacould A day late and $1 short... Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Northwest FL Posts: 3,877	Re: Project "Just an Old Truck" Took the truck to a show today... A couple of hundred cars and mine was the only 67-72 but still no hardware! I don't go for the hardware I go to talk cars and trucks with other gear heads, and we did plenty of that today. All those cars and I only took pics of one... Attached Images __________________ Buck Instagram: C10_ustacould 1963 SWB Fleet Side 528 Desert Beige Milly 1967 SWB Step Side 506 Medium Blue The Old Girl 1968 SWB Fleet Side 503 Light Green Ellie SOLD 1965 SWB Fleet Side 507 Light Blue Prescription Strength SOLD 1971 SWB Fleet Side 521 White Shiro SOLD 1968 SWB Step Side 503 Light Green My Old Farm Truck SOLD

09-07-2013, 11:08 PM	#929
C10_ustacould A day late and $1 short... Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Northwest FL Posts: 3,877	Re: Project "Just an Old Truck" A few more from when the sun was out... Attached Images __________________ Buck Instagram: C10_ustacould 1963 SWB Fleet Side 528 Desert Beige Milly 1967 SWB Step Side 506 Medium Blue The Old Girl 1968 SWB Fleet Side 503 Light Green Ellie SOLD 1965 SWB Fleet Side 507 Light Blue Prescription Strength SOLD 1971 SWB Fleet Side 521 White Shiro SOLD 1968 SWB Step Side 503 Light Green My Old Farm Truck SOLD

09-07-2013, 11:10 PM	#930
C10_ustacould A day late and $1 short... Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Northwest FL Posts: 3,877	Re: Project "Just an Old Truck" After the show we cruised up to the local Hooters for a Show n Shine and some wings. I guess the Hooters gals liked the truck, they left a signed t-shirt for us! Attached Images __________________ Buck Instagram: C10_ustacould 1963 SWB Fleet Side 528 Desert Beige Milly 1967 SWB Step Side 506 Medium Blue The Old Girl 1968 SWB Fleet Side 503 Light Green Ellie SOLD 1965 SWB Fleet Side 507 Light Blue Prescription Strength SOLD 1971 SWB Fleet Side 521 White Shiro SOLD 1968 SWB Step Side 503 Light Green My Old Farm Truck SOLD Last edited by C10_ustacould; 05-09-2016 at 12:29 AM.

09-08-2013, 02:56 AM	#931
Rusbuilt Registered User Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Knoxville, TN Posts: 5,381	Re: Project "Just an Old Truck" Nice pics sir!! The truck looks awesome! __________________ -Rus PLEASE HELP WITH PROJECT UNDERHAULINPaypal donations accepted @ rus1785@yahoo.com Rusbuilt's garage 1968 Chevy C-30 Darcy SOLD Rusbuilt shop truck *SOLD*

09-08-2013, 03:44 AM	#932
65 wonton Registered User Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Highland, KS Posts: 124	Re: Project "Just an Old Truck" This is a great thread. I have enjoyed the read tremendously. Question, though. What motor mounts and perches did you use. It kinda looks like you might have used the 73-87 stock perches & mounts with adapter plates. If not, then which? Dave.

09-08-2013, 07:28 PM	#936
C10_ustacould A day late and $1 short... Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Northwest FL Posts: 3,877	Re: Project "Just an Old Truck" Updated interior pic... No radio and I finally found an NOS lighter assembly to fill that hole. Attached Images __________________ Buck Instagram: C10_ustacould 1963 SWB Fleet Side 528 Desert Beige Milly 1967 SWB Step Side 506 Medium Blue The Old Girl 1968 SWB Fleet Side 503 Light Green Ellie SOLD 1965 SWB Fleet Side 507 Light Blue Prescription Strength SOLD 1971 SWB Fleet Side 521 White Shiro SOLD 1968 SWB Step Side 503 Light Green My Old Farm Truck SOLD

09-08-2013, 07:35 PM	#937
68basket Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: louisville, ky Posts: 480	Re: Project "Just an Old Truck" i am starting to mock up my vintage air install along with the wiring and ecu for the 5.3. how did you find room for it all in the dash? mine seems packed full.

09-08-2013, 07:59 PM	#938
C10_ustacould A day late and $1 short... Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Northwest FL Posts: 3,877	Re: Project "Just an Old Truck" I built a plate that is held in place by the radio/speaker screw up top and the heater support bracket screw on the bottom. And then I jammed all the wiring up in there as best I could. It will really depend on which harness you have. Attached Images __________________ Buck Instagram: C10_ustacould 1963 SWB Fleet Side 528 Desert Beige Milly 1967 SWB Step Side 506 Medium Blue The Old Girl 1968 SWB Fleet Side 503 Light Green Ellie SOLD 1965 SWB Fleet Side 507 Light Blue Prescription Strength SOLD 1971 SWB Fleet Side 521 White Shiro SOLD 1968 SWB Step Side 503 Light Green My Old Farm Truck SOLD

09-08-2013, 08:06 PM	#939
TruckFarmer Registered User Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Winslow, Indiana Posts: 12	Re: Project "Just an Old Truck" Turned out AWESOME. Love the look with that patina. Excellent job, sir. Posted via Mobile Device Posted via Mobile Device

09-08-2013, 08:36 PM	#940
1stchevy Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Randleman, NC Posts: 785	Re: Project "Just an Old Truck" Truck looks great! Nailed the stance too.

09-08-2013, 10:15 PM	#943
65 wonton Registered User Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Highland, KS Posts: 124	Re: Project "Just an Old Truck" Thanks. Dave.

09-09-2013, 08:55 AM	#945
cericd Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Texan, back in TX Posts: 2,158	Re: Project "Just an Old Truck" Hey Buck. Diggin' all the new pics! __________________ Chris My 1970 SWB C/10 - https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=534872

09-09-2013, 09:21 AM	#946
builtbyKane Registered User Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: mountain home, AR Posts: 794	Re: Project "Just an Old Truck" That's one sharp looking cruiser. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Project Double Tap http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=555901 69 Olive Verde http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=734720

09-09-2013, 09:25 AM	#947
shearjs Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Thompsons Station, TN Posts: 700	Re: Project "Just an Old Truck" When you installed your Classic Instruments gauges, did you have to do anything special to get your tach working properly? I installed mine this past weekend, but haven't been able to get it going right just yet. I tried the switches on the back for 8 cylinder and also 4 cylinder to no avail. Truck looks great Buck. Can't wait to see the PB stuff on there. __________________ -Jason '72 Family Hauler Rufus' Restoration - 70 GMC, LS swap - SOLD



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09-14-2013, 08:38 PM	#949
Xeen Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Topeka Kansas Posts: 2,655	Re: Project "Just an Old Truck" The truck looks great Buck. It's too bad there wasn't a goodlookin' girl included with that T-Shirt, but I guess a signed shirt will have to do. I saw you taking a peek at my build, thanks for stopping by. __________________ Please call me Brian. Check out My 1972 SWB Fleetside 5.3L Vortec Restomod Build

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