Got Rust?

[Chevyman63]

Originally Posted by dirty trucker

Ya Tim, Silver Lake will be closing in 3 months... Your running out of time!!!

BTW, Good-looking young man you have there!!!

Must take after his Mom...

Doesn't look like I'll make Silver Lake this year...maybe next year.

Are you kidding me, the little one takes after me.

[Chevyman63]

Originally Posted by Jtrux

So what were his lifts??

He won the bench press only in the 198 teen division at 342 and the power lifting in the same division with bench 342, squat 419 and dead lift 463. This was the first time that he had ever attempted squat or dead lift and only the second time that he has competed.

[vtblazer]

Originally Posted by Chevyman63

Doesn't look like I'll make Silver Lake this year...maybe next year.

Sounds more likely for me too...

Just bought a boat.

[jaros44sr]

What do you mean you just bought a boat ....(in my best wifey voice)?

I didn't know how to brake to u guys, but I can't go either

[Chevyman63]

Originally Posted by vtblazer

Sounds more likely for me too...

Just bought a boat.

No problem...there is a nice lake at the base of the dunes.

And where might we see the pics of this new boat?

[vtblazer]

Originally Posted by Chevyman63

No problem...there is a nice lake at the base of the dunes.

And where might we see the pics of this new boat?

No pics yet.

It's nothing special anyway, an older 17' Sea Ray with a 170hp 4banger and a Merc IO drive.

I know the guy that's selling it really well, he's one of those 'meticulous' kinda guys that keeps his toys in excellent condition, combined with the $$ he wanted, it was one of those deals a person just can't pass up.
(in my best 'trust me honey' voice)

It's a turn key set up, he included everything needed to get on the water and those are the thing's that add up IMO.

[vtblazer]

Originally Posted by Chevyman63

And where might we see the pics of this new boat?

Not to muck up your thread but seeing asked...

[Chevyman63]

Originally Posted by vtblazer

Not to muck up your thread but seeing asked...

Not a problem...nothing else to see lately on my progress sooooo...

Looks like some major fun to be had with that baby. I had a Fourwins 17' open bow with a HO 4 banger several years ago, I loved that boat. Someday I may have another.

Do you ski, kneeboard, tube, wakeboard, or just cruise? Oops, I almost forgot the most important one...FISH?

[vtblazer]

Mainly got it for family fun and fishing with my boy.

I ski, did a lot of it when I was young, also noticed an uber huge tube in a customers garage yesterday and inquired about it, yep, it's for sale.

[Chevyman63]

I know...I know...been a while since I've done anything to the Blazer, but now that the kids are going back to school and the landscaping, deck building, swimming and all around summer fun is winding down, I'm going to shift gears and get something done.

While getting the frame ready for blasting, I noticed a broken shackle up front, so it's new shackles, bushings all around and while I'm at it, a shackle flip in the rear. Any advice...I've found ORD and DIY4X. After adding everything up, the difference between the 2 was $2. Anyone have any pros or cons for either company?

I also found a rear upper shock mount that has been "fixed" by the PO. That has to go as well, what would be the easiest way to replace that be? The bolt itself has been welded for whatever reason, so it looks like I will have to remove the entire mount to change it. Haven't spent much time on that though.

Any advice would be helpful. Thanks in advance.

[vtblazer]

I just ordered a bunch of suspension stuff from DIY.

Good company with all kinds of trick stuff.

I received a quick reply from Kert himself answering my e-mails and that alone speaks volumes IMO.

[Chevyman63]

Originally Posted by vtblazer

I just ordered a bunch of suspension stuff from DIY.

Good company with all kinds of trick stuff.

I received a quick reply from Kert himself answering my e-mails and that alone speaks volumes IMO.

I agree...quick reply is very important!

They did seem to have more cool stuff.

Thanks!

[Chevyman63]

Well I am finally getting back at it.

Here are a few things that I need to take care of first.
I ordered a couple 1-3/8" washers for this fix.



This one I'm not quite sure how to attack, I don't know how to replace this shock mount yet. Any ideas?



And the last thing which I will do after blasting will be new front and rear shackles and bushings, as well as a shackle flip. Does anyone know where stock front shackles and bushings can be had? Check one of the PO's handy work.

[Yukon Jack]

Wow, I can't believe anyone would repair that shackle like that! That is crazy!!!

I think I have the shackle's from my 70 K5 in the barn - if so, you can have them! I'll check when I go out there later today.

Edit: Okay, just ran out and I do still have that set. They are still attached to springs I pulled off the K5 when I put on correct 4" springs. Let's hope the bolts aren't seized as my sawzall is dead and I'll have to switch to a cutoff wheel to cut the bolts if they are seized.

I'll wait until you verify you want a used set before I go to the trouble of getting them removed.

[Chevyman63]

Originally Posted by Yukon Jack

Wow, I can't believe anyone would repair that shackle like that! That is crazy!!!

I think I have the shackle's from my 70 K5 in the barn - if so, you can have them! I'll check when I go out there later today.

Wow YJ, thanks a ton. Any parts you need? I have a few parts here and there.

Yeah, I about crapped when I saw that nice repair.

[Yukon Jack]

Hmmm, do you have any door handle parts? I'm missing a part that moves the lock linkage.

[Chevyman63]

Originally Posted by Yukon Jack

Hmmm, do you have any door handle parts? I'm missing a part that moves the lock linkage.

Yes I believe so. If you can get a pic I will check. I do have 2 extra doors with most of the hardware in them.

[Yukon Jack]

Okay, we lucked out, they were not seized so I've got them taken off - pm me your address as I'm not sure I still have it.

Do you want all four shackle pieces for a complete set for both front springs or do you just need a single replacemant piece to replace your broken one?

Also, regarding the rear shock mount problem. I think I have a new replacement that came with a set of shocks I bought a while back. I can't guarantee it is the same as yours that is in need of repair, but I imagine it is. Want me to throw it in to bring your total up to a whooping $0.00?

Edit: I do have one of those rear shock replacement mount bolts. It is a bolt in style. I'm guessing you have to cut off your existing factory shock bolt that is probably welded in place then you bolt in the new one.

[jaros44sr]

Nice to see you back at it. I picked up a set of rear shock mounts on the board, mite be an option. Dang PO's

[Jtrux]

Did you actually drive it on that repair, that's pretty scary.

[Chevyman63]

Originally Posted by Jtrux

Did you actually drive it on that repair, that's pretty scary.

The only driving I've done in it was to drive it home, about a 1.5 miles.

But I'm thinking someone drove it like that at one time.

[Chevyman63]

Well...I got the frame problem taken care of. Not perfect but I think it will do the trick.



Spent a lot of time rebuilding the radiator support under the battery. I'll blast a few areas then weld it in, hopefully tomorrow.

[FarmTruk]

Great thread Chevyman63. Two thumbs up!!!


I love seeing these truck just get torn down to pieces and then put back together again.

[Chevyman63]

Got some goodies. Now I have to find the time to put some stuff together.

[lyrikz]

Originally Posted by Chevyman63

Well...I got the frame problem taken care of. Not perfect but I think it will do the trick.



Spent a lot of time rebuilding the radiator support under the battery. I'll blast a few areas then weld it in, hopefully tomorrow.

I did something similiar just the other day.. Cut out that piece and made my own.... I dont really know if thats necessary now except to just holdt he inner fender im guessing.. I have a gel cell so im not to worried about it leaking...


Keep up the updates....