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Chevyman63 · 11-04-2008, 11:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Yukon Jack

That's funny, here I was wishing I was a mod of the Blazer section - I'd give Kurt a 2 day suspension so fast his head would spin for hi-jacking his own thread!

That's a good one.

vtblazer · 11-04-2008, 04:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Yukon Jack

That's funny, here I was wishing I was a mod of the Blazer section - I'd give Kurt a 2 day suspension so fast his head would spin for hi-jacking his own thread!

I'm so impressed with how fast the shop is coming together - very cool

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Originally Posted by Chevyman63

That's a good one.

Over head doors to be installed this Thursday, blazer will be in the garage by the weekend!

**jaros44sr** · 11-04-2008, 05:22 PM

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Originally Posted by vtblazer

Over head doors to be installed this Thursday, blazer will be in the garage by the weekend!

Can't wait, that truck looks good already, just like the way it sits...must be a 4X4 thing,lol

LUV2XCLR8 · 11-03-2008, 06:15 PM

Look like the house is smaller

**Yukon Jack** · 11-04-2008, 06:41 PM

I do crack myself up, usually on a daily basis

vtblazer · 11-07-2008, 08:38 AM

Okay, I'll end this hi-jacking interim with a few "finished for now" pics.
Siding, insulation & sheet-rock are being scheduled for next years money explosion event.
(having two exterior walls STILL not insulated in the kitchen, I'm thinking I've done good to get this far.

)

...I think I need a bigger garage.

Chevyman63 · 11-07-2008, 09:06 AM

All right...looks like you're pretty much moved in.

Let the building (Blazer) begin!

-Greg72 · 11-07-2008, 09:19 AM

That miniature rollup door is SO cute!

Could that dark sillouette in the background possibly be the wife slowly shaking her head in disbelief that you're photographing a garage to post on the Interweb??

LOL.

vtblazer · 11-07-2008, 09:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Chevyman63

All right...looks like you're pretty much moved in.

Let the building (Blazer) begin!

Still tons of work to organize everything but it's now usable at least.

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Originally Posted by -Greg72

That miniature rollup door is SO cute!

Could that dark sillouette in the background possibly be the wife slowly shaking her head in disbelief that you're photographing a garage to post on the Interweb??

LOL.

How'd ya know?

May not so much disbelief cause she's used to but maybe she was thinking more along the lines of...MEN!

Yeah 'cute' for sure but being able to roll the engine hoist & the engine that's currently on a stand through it, is worth any & all ribbing I'll ever get about it.

**Yukon Jack** · 11-07-2008, 10:17 AM

And here I thought the mini roll up door was your access to the Bat Cave. Guess I was wrong.

Burt4x4 · 11-07-2008, 10:37 AM

hahahaha
Awesome! and yes I am still totally jellous!

Have agreat weekend!
Burt

vtblazer · 11-07-2008, 11:28 AM

The blazer is in the building!

Big J · 11-07-2008, 11:51 AM

Congrats on the move in! Lookin' good.

Chevyman63 · 11-07-2008, 12:46 PM

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Originally Posted by vtblazer

The blazer is in the building!

Now that's what I wanted to see!

**Palf70Step** · 11-07-2008, 01:12 PM

I like the mini rollup idea. I'll have to remember that for the future of my shop (or next one).

It's looking good, now get back to the Blazer !!!

msgross · 11-07-2008, 05:49 PM

so, do you wish you made it bigger yet? that's what most guys do I bet...

Jtrux · 11-07-2008, 06:28 PM

I think I forgot what you had planned for the blazer already.

vtblazer · 11-07-2008, 07:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Jtrux

I think I forgot what you had planned for the blazer already.

Yeah, been awhile...

Recap front to back:
Electric fans / serp belt assembly / 355 crate motor / 87 Vette TPI
700r / 241 t-case / D60-14BFF / 4:56 gears / 4whl disc brakes / 37" MTR's / H2 alloy wheels, that's the drive train.

Body will be orange w/a white top.
Possibley a cowl hood.
Full cage, PRP seats, spray in sound deadening.

Ring any bells?

Jtrux · 11-07-2008, 07:40 PM

Ahhh, now I remember. Is that what you'll be driving to the big meet you mentioned in another thread??

vtblazer · 11-08-2008, 06:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Jtrux

Ahhh, now I remember. Is that what you'll be driving to the big meet you mentioned in another thread??

Yes sir.

**Yukon Jack** · 11-11-2008, 10:35 AM

Knowing your skills, I bet it would be a sweet go cart!

msgross · 11-11-2008, 11:17 AM

you mean this thread is about a truck?

I like the plasma cart but I have a question, is houeskeeping at the local Holiday Inn mad that they are missing a cart???

Nice clean truck...you should make a Go Kart build thread!

vtblazer · 11-11-2008, 04:00 PM

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Originally Posted by msgross

you mean this thread is about a truck?

is houeskeeping at the local Holiday Inn mad that they are missing a cart?

cool isn't it?

I found it in a corner of a warehouse I do service work for, it was all covered in dust, so I inquired about it.

Got it for free and free is always good, rolls excellent too!

low'n slow · 11-17-2008, 11:47 PM

OK, it's been 4 days, time for an update on either the garage or the Blazer.

vtblazer · 11-18-2008, 06:52 AM

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Originally Posted by low'n slow

OK, it's been 4 days, time for an update on either the garage or the Blazer.

Nothing all that exciting but things are still moving forward.

Garage:
Got my lighting up, installed four 8ft H.O.'s, three together on one switch and the fourth on a three-way between the passthrough doors for coming/going.
Moved the overhead door button inside for easier, more convenient access and started the insulation process. (putting up insulation sux)

Blazer:
The POR is here but need to finish the insulation so I can get the garage up to temp before painting it.

The fifth H2 wheel has been located.

I did finally "use" the garage as a garage though, pulled out and used a lot of good power tools.
Even fired up the plasma cutter.

Started working on retrofitting an old truck plow blade to fit a buddy's tractor.

11-03-2008, 06:15 PM	#4
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,484	Re: Building a Blazer - vtblazer's Way Look like the house is smaller __________________ Owner/Op: "TN Classic Transport Carriers" The Toy: "Square Vette" 72 Hybrid Blazer Toy Barn: "LuvShack" 40 x 60 x 20 Shop Tow Piggy:"Maddy" 88 Silverado 3500 Hauler: "Feathers" 14 Aluma 8218T

11-04-2008, 06:41 PM	#5
Yukon Jack Post Whore Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Rose Hill, KS, USA Posts: 12,684	Re: Building a Blazer - vtblazer's Way I do crack myself up, usually on a daily basis __________________ 1970 Blazer with a 400 sbc and 4" lift 1980 Pontiac Trans Am, 455 Oldsmobile 2012 Kawasaki Concours 14

11-07-2008, 08:38 AM	#6
vtblazer Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Central Vermont Posts: 8,538	Re: Building a Blazer - vtblazer's Way Okay, I'll end this hi-jacking interim with a few "finished for now" pics. Siding, insulation & sheet-rock are being scheduled for next years money explosion event. (having two exterior walls STILL not insulated in the kitchen, I'm thinking I've done good to get this far. ) ...I think I need a bigger garage. Attached Images

11-07-2008, 09:06 AM	#7
Chevyman63 Can't wait to retire!! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Corunna, MI Posts: 1,575	Re: Building a Blazer - vtblazer's Way All right...looks like you're pretty much moved in. Let the building (Blazer) begin! __________________ 2009 4x4 Chevy Crew Cab 6.0 1989 4x4 Siverado (270,000 miles) 1972 4x4 Blazer 2007 Chevy Cutaway 1 ton 1970 Corvette (sons project) RIP - CLR 10/11/09

11-07-2008, 09:19 AM	#8
-Greg72 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 308	Re: Building a Blazer - vtblazer's Way That miniature rollup door is SO cute! Could that dark sillouette in the background possibly be the wife slowly shaking her head in disbelief that you're photographing a garage to post on the Interweb?? LOL. __________________ 1972 K5 - 502BBC/4L80E/Magnum205/Mog-9s/5.26s/38" BFG KM2s Find me on INSTAGRAM @MIGHTASWELLK5 '72 K5 - Greg's "Might As Well™" Build

11-07-2008, 10:17 AM	#10
Yukon Jack Post Whore Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Rose Hill, KS, USA Posts: 12,684	Re: Building a Blazer - vtblazer's Way And here I thought the mini roll up door was your access to the Bat Cave. Guess I was wrong. __________________ 1970 Blazer with a 400 sbc and 4" lift 1980 Pontiac Trans Am, 455 Oldsmobile 2012 Kawasaki Concours 14

11-07-2008, 10:37 AM	#11
Burt4x4 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Modesto, CA Posts: 1,842	Re: Building a Blazer - vtblazer's Way hahahaha Awesome! and yes I am still totally jellous! Have agreat weekend! Burt __________________ 1972 K5 MPFI454/Sm465/Np205/D60/14FFd/Re-Centerd H1s w/Swamper Iroks

11-07-2008, 11:28 AM	#12
vtblazer Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Central Vermont Posts: 8,538	Re: Building a Blazer - vtblazer's Way The blazer is in the building! Attached Images

11-07-2008, 11:51 AM	#13
Big J Its lookin' like a Blazer! Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Gods Country, KY Posts: 1,773	Re: Building a Blazer - vtblazer's Way Congrats on the move in! Lookin' good. __________________ BAZINGA! My Build

11-07-2008, 01:12 PM	#15
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 47,083	Re: Building a Blazer - vtblazer's Way I like the mini rollup idea. I'll have to remember that for the future of my shop (or next one). It's looking good, now get back to the Blazer !!! __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

11-07-2008, 05:49 PM	#16
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: Building a Blazer - vtblazer's Way so, do you wish you made it bigger yet? that's what most guys do I bet... __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"

11-07-2008, 06:28 PM	#17
Jtrux I'm a poor spectator Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: San Antonio, Tx Posts: 2,287	Re: Building a Blazer - vtblazer's Way I think I forgot what you had planned for the blazer already. __________________ 2006 Jeep Unlimited IMPACT ORANGE 1993 Chevy 2500 4x4 ExCab LWB 454/NV4500 Tow rig 1977 Ford F100 2x4 LWB 1st truck I owned, still have it!!! 1979 Ford F150 4x4 SWB Built Ford Tough!!! 1971 Chevy Blazer 350 / SM465 / NP205 UNDER CONSTRUCTION Soon to have a LQ4 6.0!!!

11-07-2008, 07:40 PM	#19
Jtrux I'm a poor spectator Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: San Antonio, Tx Posts: 2,287	Re: Building a Blazer - vtblazer's Way Ahhh, now I remember. Is that what you'll be driving to the big meet you mentioned in another thread?? __________________ 2006 Jeep Unlimited IMPACT ORANGE 1993 Chevy 2500 4x4 ExCab LWB 454/NV4500 Tow rig 1977 Ford F100 2x4 LWB 1st truck I owned, still have it!!! 1979 Ford F150 4x4 SWB Built Ford Tough!!! 1971 Chevy Blazer 350 / SM465 / NP205 UNDER CONSTRUCTION Soon to have a LQ4 6.0!!!

11-11-2008, 10:35 AM	#21
Yukon Jack Post Whore Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Rose Hill, KS, USA Posts: 12,684	Re: Building a Blazer - vtblazer's Way Knowing your skills, I bet it would be a sweet go cart! __________________ 1970 Blazer with a 400 sbc and 4" lift 1980 Pontiac Trans Am, 455 Oldsmobile 2012 Kawasaki Concours 14

11-11-2008, 11:17 AM	#22
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: Building a Blazer - vtblazer's Way you mean this thread is about a truck? I like the plasma cart but I have a question, is houeskeeping at the local Holiday Inn mad that they are missing a cart??? Nice clean truck...you should make a Go Kart build thread! __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"



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11-17-2008, 11:47 PM	#24
low'n slow Too Dumb To Know Better Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Texas Posts: 882	Re: Building a Blazer - vtblazer's Way OK, it's been 4 days, time for an update on either the garage or the Blazer.

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