1978 Russet Metallic 4x4

[68Timber]

10-4. Mine did the same thing, they were original to the truck though. When I had them apart to paint them, I soaked the base gaskets, grommets and sleeves in hot water and Dawn dish soap then cleaned them. They stay put now. If yours are new, dirt probably isn't the issue - maybe take the sleeves off and tape some skateboard tape in place instead? That should grip good.

[buffydores]

Here's the Borgeson shaft:


Packing stuff out at the lake:

[phillipm]

Originally Posted by buffydores

John: I know, that's what we're talking about. There just doesn't seem to be enough friction at those surfaces to matter, even tightened. I added several layers of rubber and it would still rotate.

Okay I fixed my aftermarket (LMC) mirrors. Now this may not work for everyone because I used parts from the original GM mirrors.

What I did was take mine apart, and then transfer the GM rubber, and the GM base plate over to my LMC mirrors. They now work fantastic and do not move at all on their own! I will post a few pictures over in my blazer thread, but I couldn't be happier with the results. It seemed like the rubber that GM used was a completely different product. It was also about 1/2 the size of the LMC rubber which was surprising. The GM base plates also fit the shaft much better and have more of a "wrap" on the mirror stem.
Phillip

[68Timber]

Glad you got it figured out.

[Fishermen0105]

Are you running r12 or r134a?

[buffydores]

Originally Posted by Fishermen0105

Are you running r12 or r134a?

I'm not sure.

[aggie91]

Love this blazer. I hope to see it around town one day...

[buffydores]

Originally Posted by aggie91

Love this blazer. I hope to see it around town one day...

I make semi-weekly visits to Jordan Jackson's Bodacious on Mobberly for fatty brisket bliss in this rig. Mmmmm.

[buffydores]

Depends. Mine were brand new. It's the nature of lead springs that they may need some adjustment.

[Hewfil1]

Originally Posted by buffydores

Depends. Mine were brand new. It's the nature of lead springs that they may need some adjustment.

Alright, awesome. Thanks.

[schpeen]

Bout as nice as it gets man! What a gorgeous Blazer.

[buffydores]

Originally Posted by schpeen

Bout as nice as it gets man! What a gorgeous Blazer.

Thanks brother. Happy New Year

[USSkoval]

I can't begin to describe how much I like this K5

I have always LOVED the plaid interiors. It's very refreshing to see people taking the time to revive them (or accurately recreate them as you did) rather than pitching the seats and installing basic LMC-type covers or going with another type altogether.

I don't think SMC used to have the fabric in stock. Maybe they did and I just didn't ask the right questions. Oh well, making a thousand mile drive to get plaid seats in my trusty old Burb is a trip that will always be remembered.

I'm curious about the dash pad and door panels that you had refreshed. Does it look original around the screw holes in the door panels and does the dash pad have the correct looking center speaker opening?

[phillipm]

Any shots of the Ram-Jet? I've had 2 of those engines and they are fantastic. They really don't get the credit they deserve in my opinion.

[buffydores]

Originally Posted by phillipm

Any shots of the Ram-Jet? I've had 2 of those engines and they are fantastic. They really don't get the credit they deserve in my opinion.

Phillip: Not much to see. The aluminum intake has surface corrosion. I'm gonna send the computer out to get a better flash soon. Your truck is looking fantastic.

[phillipm]

I used to use Arizona Speed and Marine years ago to do the MEFI 3 and 4 ecms. Who's doing it now??

[phillipm]

Also, if you have one that starts running rich at idle replace your O2 sensor. Ask me how I know!! Hahaha

[buffydores]

These are the guys I'm gonna try out: http://www.mefiburn.com/ramjettuning.asp

O2 sensors are great unless they're giving you hell. Could be cheaper too.

[phillipm]

For the look or does it have an affect on something?

[buffydores]

Originally Posted by phillipm

For the look or does it have an affect on something?

Knocks the dust off the back glass. Old glass was replaced because it was scratched to hell. The dust will just accumulate on the rubber and tear things up.

[aggie91]

We are making plans to road trip out to a one day show called C10's in the Park in September. We hope to have 5 or 6 from Longview headed out and picking up a few others along the way.

You should bring the Blazer out and join us!

Here is more info:

September 16th in Waxahachie, TX
C10 Club Texas will host a Meet in Getzendaner Memorial Park. The event will start at 8am.

Getzendaner Memorial Park
Waxahachie, Texas 75165

http://www.c10sinthepark.com/
https://www.facebook.com/events/1801641360114007/

[buffydores]

Originally Posted by aggie91

We are making plans to road trip out to a one day show called C10's in the Park in September. We hope to have 5 or 6 from Longview headed out and picking up a few others along the way. You should bring the Blazer out and join us!
http://www.c10sinthepark.com/
https://www.facebook.com/events/1801641360114007/

That's a long shot for me brother. Just too hard for me to break off when I have three kids at the house. Who knows, maybe I can make an adventure out of it.

[buffydores]

I found a good product for the rear aluminum panel on the Blazer. Mine had the normal chalky oxidation that looks dull and crappy.

I used this:


And now it looks like this:


Also, got this Tom Wood's CV Driveshaft with Shims in the other day. Need time to install:

[aggie91]

I understand as I have 3 kids myself. C10's in the Park is a great family friendly one day event. We just chilled out and talked with a bunch of old and new friends.

[buffydores]

OK Folks: Working on some new additions. I currently have the rims in for powdercoat. The painted silver was already showing some rust. No bueno.

I just ordered some Sunflower Yellow Pinstriping Vinyl in 1/4" and 3/8" sizes to change the trim from black to sunflower yellow. By the way Phillip, I "am" using some of the factory pins on my trim. Brain fart there. I'm still using all the hex nut attachments.

I also ordered some 1/4" Orange HDPE to fabricate a tailgate guard to end the inevitable scratches when it's down.

I went ahead and ordered a B&M 12-Bolt Cover to increase the volume of fluid for the gears. My pinion angle is sitting at 14.5 degrees, so it was making me a hair nervous. Probably overkill.

Ordered a ARB Power Port for the back to run my ARB Cooler. Also purchased the Dorman Parts to run it as a standard Cigarette Lighter Power Port.

Finally, I'm upgrading the factory AC with a kit from Original Air.

I'll add pictures as things are installed.