67 cheby's Dropmember build thread (CLOUD 9)

[67cheby]

agreed !! any updates on yours

[babyblueoval]

Originally Posted by 67cheby

agreed !! any updates on yours

Yes, but can't talk about it yet.

[67cheby]

cool, cant wait until you can tell me more about what you cant talk about...LOL

[babyblueoval]

Trust me, It's KILLING me not to be able to talk about it........

[babyblueoval]

Ok Mike, and everyone on here, I need to hijack for a minute. I need some help. I really should start a build thread but I need to decide on a name for the thread (and the truck for that matter).

As you can see in my signature, I have a '71 Blazer. It's currently 4x4 but will be dropped on a shortened '72 short bed frame with (most likely) Dropmember C4 front suspension and a triangulated 4 link rear, all on air (shockwaves in front and tapered sleeves in the rear with Chris Alston billet adj shocks). The drive train will be '00 LS1 with a 4l65e (basically C5 Corvette) and 12 bolt posi. Since the suspension will be C4 and the drivetrain C5, I'm thinking of calling the build "Project C45 Blazer". What do you think? Any other suggestions?

The name of my matching '57 VW beetle is "Baby" from the color of the car and the truck will be the same colors. Any name suggestions?

[67cheby]

i like the PROJECT C45 BLAZER.....now go START A BUILD THREAD !! LOL

[m6z]

I like the silver on red, but I also like the 50th colors. suprise.....

[hgs_notes]

Originally Posted by babyblueoval

Ok Mike, and everyone on here, I need to hijack for a minute. I need some help. I really should start a build thread but I need to decide on a name for the thread (and the truck for that matter).

As you can see in my signature, I have a '71 Blazer. It's currently 4x4 but will be dropped on a shortened '72 short bed frame with (most likely) Dropmember C4 front suspension and a triangulated 4 link rear, all on air (shockwaves in front and tapered sleeves in the rear with Chris Alston billet adj shocks). The drive train will be '00 LS1 with a 4l65e (basically C5 Corvette) and 12 bolt posi. Since the suspension will be C4 and the drivetrain C5, I'm thinking of calling the build "Project C45 Blazer". What do you think? Any other suggestions?

The name of my matching '57 VW beetle is "Baby" from the color of the car and the truck will be the same colors. Any name suggestions?

How about "My Corvette Optioned Blazer" or "Blazette" or "Money Pit Blazer Bodied Vette" or "Pile of Parts Eventually Intended to be My Ultimate Ride Blazer/Corvette, Bumper Scraper, Spark Maker, Chick Magnet, Rice Rocket Roasting, Project Build Thread"

No matter what you call it, get it built.

[67cheby]

Originally Posted by m6z

I like the silver on red, but I also like the 50th colors. suprise.....

hmmmm...never would of guessed that you would like that !

[mattboe91]

notice you were running 6 lug wheels just wondering did you use adaptors or did you switch out for the proper rotor and if so what rotors did you use and did you use adaptors on the rear or switch out the axles?

[darkhorse970]

I think the gold and white would be awesome and you don't see many 50th trucks that are really nice. I'm going to do my '68 stepside in Silver with red interior so I love that combo, as well.

Either way you have a sweet truck!

[67cheby]

Originally Posted by mattboe91

notice you were running 6 lug wheels just wondering did you use adaptors or did you switch out for the proper rotor and if so what rotors did you use and did you use adaptors on the rear or switch out the axles?

no adapters my 67 came with 6 lug from the factory, i used CPP products on the 4 wheel disc brake kit

[67cheby]

Originally Posted by darkhorse970

I think the gold and white would be awesome and you don't see many 50th trucks that are really nice. I'm going to do my '68 stepside in Silver with red interior so I love that combo, as well.

Either way you have a sweet truck!

thanks....i wish i could just decide..lol

[big_al_71]

Originally Posted by 67cheby

thanks....i wish i could just decide..lol

I can relate, when i was trying to decide on my new wheels I stressed about it for like four days In fact I even did a poll and rolled with it..

[lolife99]

Unless you plan to blow on all the exterior paint,... in the same day,... under the same conditions,... I would never paint a truck silver.
Too hard to panel paint or repair,... and get it the EXACT same color.

I had a door ding in my last silver vehicle.
The body shop wanted to paint the entire side of the truck.
They said I wouldn't be happy with the results,... unless they did.
I no longer own a silver vehicle.

Look at the doors on this "high end" camaro on ebay.
I'm sure they had a top notch shop do the paint work.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1971-...t_23175wt_1165

[67cheby]

wow...that is a good point i hadnt thought of, i will have this truck the rest of my life and i plan on driving it ALOT so i am sure there will be an accident at some point and you are very correct , now that i think about it used cars on the carlot that i work at look just like that camaro after they have a panel painted !! Thanks for bringing that to my attention !!

[raull]

good fregging eyes Keith , having that same car im always looking on ebay at them , i was looking at that car and i did not notice, and yes, its very noticeable , yes silver its hard to match , i had my trunk lid repainted and a small spider web resurface on the corner of my roof , done by two different guys ,they were able to blend the roof whitouth having to paint the whole quarter or roof and you can not tell , but you need to find somebody really good ,

[casey g]

I think it depends on the paint that you choose.

this was a factory color (not gm) so its easy to get more and its not a custom mix. it really laid down well.

[67cheby]

WOW...that thing is SICK !!

[casey g]

Ya it really is. I'm getting the info on the paint for you just incase you like it that much.

If you go on our facebook page you can see the latest car. Was at sema in the Dynomax booth.

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Chris-...r/302853323548

[67cheby]

just checked it out VERY IMPRESSIVE

[67cheby]

well... i now have a very BIG decision to make this week, Kenny Davis of Kenny Davis Hot ROds just left my house and made me a very fair offer to finish the paint and bodywork on my truck !! I AM VERY EXCITED and NERVOUS trying to make sure i am doing the right thing !

[69CST-V]

Trust you gut......It's got you this far......

Second guessing and trying to change it to what you think you like today will never let you finish. Stick to your plan and you will be driving it before you know it.

Great job so far.

[67cheby]

thanks, i appreciate that ! my gut and wallet sometimes dont go together !! LOL

[raull]

the GREAT !!!! thing about this site mike is the support,pictures, posts and ideas that all members quickly respond to when one is in need to do or make a decision , in my opinion, paint color followed by wheels are the biggest to choose , you are the one whos going to drive it and look at every day , so choose wisely what !!YOU!! like , good luck