Toxic Orange Blazer to the shop - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

71HUGGER396 · 08-23-2011, 05:30 PM

I took my Blazer to the shop a couple weeks ago to get painted.Wasn't sure what color was going to be, but I know it would be some kind of orange. Then I saw a new Dodge Challenger, and loved the Toxic Orange paint. My Blazer is a 1970 2wd Blazer, started life down Ga. I bought it a couple of years ago off of a board member. It is a 6 banger with a 3 on the tree. Two utility buckets up front, and that's about it. It's going to be a 402 big block, auto, lowered 3 1/2"/5", and 68 front clip. Should be back by Thanksgiving!

LUV2XCLR8 · 08-23-2011, 05:32 PM

Sweet, mine was going to be 3.5/5 and ended up 5.5/7.5 (Static)

71HUGGER396 · 08-23-2011, 05:45 PM

I can't wait to see yours done.

LUV2XCLR8 · 08-23-2011, 06:02 PM

lol, me either, but it's a shoe string budget (Broken strings at that)
so mine will not be headed to paint until fall of 2012, or even 2013.

(2014 will be 10 yrs since I bought it, really hope it's done by then)

**jaros44sr** · 08-23-2011, 06:43 PM

Now it makes sense, didnt understand why you needed to put a whole bedside on your truck...dont think that dent will polish out

Did you try to fit the molding up, maybe Ill get to it tomorrow, if I remember(old age)

That thing looks clean, much rust?

71HUGGER396 · 08-23-2011, 08:02 PM

It was easier for the shop to put the bedside on, the was a 1" gap between the door and the quarter. The was some issues around the door hinges so I replaced both doors. Of course the roof leak through the years so the floor pans and rockers needed fixed. It wasn't a whole lot of rust but there was more then those pitures should. I did not get any trim yet. But now there is a blazer quarter on one side and a swb truck side on the other. I measured in about a dozen places and I do not see where there is any difference in the wheel arches.

71HUGGER396 · 08-23-2011, 08:05 PM

jaros44sr and I have been talking about using the side trim off of a 68 fleetside truck on the Blazer. Any pics anyone?

**jaros44sr** · 08-23-2011, 08:26 PM

Well thats good news for me, I guess I just held the trim up wrong! Now Ihave to see for myself what I was doing wrong

Wish I could get things done as fa st as you

That is a great 50th step, read your link....are yougoing to look for another rear fender or keep the spare?

**lolife99** · 08-23-2011, 09:11 PM

Subscribing to this one!
It's going to be so nice when it's done.

71HUGGER396 · 08-23-2011, 09:30 PM

Thanks lolife99, I'm really excited about the blazer too.

jaros44sr, No I have not found the rear fender for the 50th, but I always have my eyes opened.
here's a pic for you, I had to use(wanted to use) the 1968 50th stepside to hull the front clip to the shop.

**jaros44sr** · 08-23-2011, 11:03 PM

you should be reported to the board for abuse of an endangered species

71swb4x4 · 08-23-2011, 11:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jaros44sr

you should be reported to the board for abuse of an endangered species

Abuse? Heck, he's letting the old girl stretch her legs.

I do have one question for the OP though, how old are you? You don't look old enough to drive in either of those pictures.

71HUGGER396 · 08-24-2011, 06:12 AM

I'm 11, I think I started in time to have it finished by the time I'm 16. LOL Just joking, but these will be his someday.

**jaros44sr** · 08-24-2011, 11:12 AM

I was wrong, you were right! It does fit....

71HUGGER396 · 08-24-2011, 01:26 PM

jaros44sr, Like I said before, I wasn't trying to be right, I just wanted to be sure before I bought and cut trim. It could be a few weeks, but I'll post pictures when I try the trim.

**lolife99** · 08-24-2011, 01:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 71HUGGER396

I had to use(wanted to use) the 1968 50th stepside to hull the front clip to the shop.

That stepside is pretty sweet also!

**jaros44sr** · 08-24-2011, 02:57 PM

thing

Quote:

Originally Posted by 71HUGGER396

jaros44sr, Like I said before, I wasn't trying to be right, I just wanted to be sure before I bought and cut trim. It could be a few weeks, but I'll post pictures when I try the trim.

Im glad youre right saved me about 500.00 in the cost of trim

thing is, it doesnt line up real well with the body line( about a 1/4" low) i replaced the forward lower piece, ritght behind the door, maybe i installed that wrong, i shall see

Nice stepper...again!

72BlckButy · 08-25-2011, 09:39 PM

Can't wait to see some progress pics; it's going to look amazing!

71HUGGER396 · 08-27-2011, 08:28 AM

Here's some pics! I'm getting excited!

71HUGGER396 · 08-27-2011, 08:31 AM

A few more.

4oldcars · 08-27-2011, 09:45 AM

I like the wheels. What/where are they from?

71HUGGER396 · 08-27-2011, 05:33 PM

They were on the Blazer when I bought it, and I think the owner thought they were off of a late 70's jeep wagoneer, maybe. They're 6 bolt, I'm converting over to 5. I'll either go with corvette rallys or the 5 spoke American racing.

71HUGGER396 · 08-29-2011, 04:15 PM

I'll have to post more pics. The shop is really going to town on the Blazer.

71HUGGER396 · 09-05-2011, 09:22 AM

Here's some new pics. I can't wait to drive this thing!!!

71HUGGER396 · 09-05-2011, 09:27 AM

Here is after the shop got the Quarter on. Had to replace passenger side due to very large dent. The driver's side was rust free, with only a small creease behind the tire.

08-23-2011, 05:30 PM	#1
71HUGGER396 Confirmed Truckaholic Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Sarver,PA 16055 Posts: 732	Toxic Orange Blazer to the shop-- MORE PICS 10-5-11 I took my Blazer to the shop a couple weeks ago to get painted.Wasn't sure what color was going to be, but I know it would be some kind of orange. Then I saw a new Dodge Challenger, and loved the Toxic Orange paint. My Blazer is a 1970 2wd Blazer, started life down Ga. I bought it a couple of years ago off of a board member. It is a 6 banger with a 3 on the tree. Two utility buckets up front, and that's about it. It's going to be a 402 big block, auto, lowered 3 1/2"/5", and 68 front clip. Should be back by Thanksgiving! Attached Images __________________ 1968 50th STEP SIDE SHORTY, 350/350, a/c, ps, p,b Daily Driver, 1970 Cst short fleet, all black, 350/350, 1970 2wd Blazer, 2wd, 6 cyl. 3 spd, original, now a 454, 350turbo, 3.73 posi, on the road 1971 2wd fleet shorty, 454, 700r4, 3.73 posi, SOLD to 67OLDSTYLE72 "My rig's a little old but that don't mean she's slow" - SAWYER BROWN's Six Days On The Road SEMPER FI "I use to be a lean mean fighting machine, but now I'm a huffin, puffin, over stuffin love muffin" Last edited by 71HUGGER396; 10-05-2011 at 08:53 PM. Reason: add

08-23-2011, 05:32 PM	#2
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,484	Re: Toxic Orange Blazer to the shop Sweet, mine was going to be 3.5/5 and ended up 5.5/7.5 (Static) __________________ 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

08-23-2011, 05:45 PM	#3
71HUGGER396 Confirmed Truckaholic Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Sarver,PA 16055 Posts: 732	Re: Toxic Orange Blazer to the shop I can't wait to see yours done. __________________ 1968 50th STEP SIDE SHORTY, 350/350, a/c, ps, p,b Daily Driver, 1970 Cst short fleet, all black, 350/350, 1970 2wd Blazer, 2wd, 6 cyl. 3 spd, original, now a 454, 350turbo, 3.73 posi, on the road 1971 2wd fleet shorty, 454, 700r4, 3.73 posi, SOLD to 67OLDSTYLE72 "My rig's a little old but that don't mean she's slow" - SAWYER BROWN's Six Days On The Road SEMPER FI "I use to be a lean mean fighting machine, but now I'm a huffin, puffin, over stuffin love muffin"

08-23-2011, 06:02 PM	#4
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,484	Re: Toxic Orange Blazer to the shop lol, me either, but it's a shoe string budget (Broken strings at that) so mine will not be headed to paint until fall of 2012, or even 2013. (2014 will be 10 yrs since I bought it, really hope it's done by then) __________________ 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

08-23-2011, 06:43 PM	#5
jaros44sr Senior Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Philadelphia, Pa. 19454 Posts: 9,709	Re: Toxic Orange Blazer to the shop Now it makes sense, didnt understand why you needed to put a whole bedside on your truck...dont think that dent will polish out Did you try to fit the molding up, maybe Ill get to it tomorrow, if I remember(old age) That thing looks clean, much rust? __________________ Semper Fi...Uncle Sam, you da man All parts offered to help are free, unless otherwise noted Dont try this stuff in my build thread, unless you have 55 years of mechanical OTJ training SAFETY FIRST AS usual, off topic They say your mind goes second, can't remember the first Jim

08-23-2011, 08:02 PM	#6
71HUGGER396 Confirmed Truckaholic Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Sarver,PA 16055 Posts: 732	Re: Toxic Orange Blazer to the shop It was easier for the shop to put the bedside on, the was a 1" gap between the door and the quarter. The was some issues around the door hinges so I replaced both doors. Of course the roof leak through the years so the floor pans and rockers needed fixed. It wasn't a whole lot of rust but there was more then those pitures should. I did not get any trim yet. But now there is a blazer quarter on one side and a swb truck side on the other. I measured in about a dozen places and I do not see where there is any difference in the wheel arches. __________________ 1968 50th STEP SIDE SHORTY, 350/350, a/c, ps, p,b Daily Driver, 1970 Cst short fleet, all black, 350/350, 1970 2wd Blazer, 2wd, 6 cyl. 3 spd, original, now a 454, 350turbo, 3.73 posi, on the road 1971 2wd fleet shorty, 454, 700r4, 3.73 posi, SOLD to 67OLDSTYLE72 "My rig's a little old but that don't mean she's slow" - SAWYER BROWN's Six Days On The Road SEMPER FI "I use to be a lean mean fighting machine, but now I'm a huffin, puffin, over stuffin love muffin"

08-23-2011, 08:05 PM	#7
71HUGGER396 Confirmed Truckaholic Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Sarver,PA 16055 Posts: 732	Re: Toxic Orange Blazer to the shop jaros44sr and I have been talking about using the side trim off of a 68 fleetside truck on the Blazer. Any pics anyone? __________________ 1968 50th STEP SIDE SHORTY, 350/350, a/c, ps, p,b Daily Driver, 1970 Cst short fleet, all black, 350/350, 1970 2wd Blazer, 2wd, 6 cyl. 3 spd, original, now a 454, 350turbo, 3.73 posi, on the road 1971 2wd fleet shorty, 454, 700r4, 3.73 posi, SOLD to 67OLDSTYLE72 "My rig's a little old but that don't mean she's slow" - SAWYER BROWN's Six Days On The Road SEMPER FI "I use to be a lean mean fighting machine, but now I'm a huffin, puffin, over stuffin love muffin"

08-23-2011, 08:26 PM	#8
jaros44sr Senior Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Philadelphia, Pa. 19454 Posts: 9,709	Re: Toxic Orange Blazer to the shop Well thats good news for me, I guess I just held the trim up wrong! Now Ihave to see for myself what I was doing wrong Wish I could get things done as fa st as you That is a great 50th step, read your link....are yougoing to look for another rear fender or keep the spare? __________________ Semper Fi...Uncle Sam, you da man All parts offered to help are free, unless otherwise noted Dont try this stuff in my build thread, unless you have 55 years of mechanical OTJ training SAFETY FIRST AS usual, off topic They say your mind goes second, can't remember the first Jim

08-23-2011, 09:11 PM	#9
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,700	Re: Toxic Orange Blazer to the shop Subscribing to this one! It's going to be so nice when it's done. __________________ Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823

08-23-2011, 09:30 PM	#10
71HUGGER396 Confirmed Truckaholic Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Sarver,PA 16055 Posts: 732	Re: Toxic Orange Blazer to the shop Thanks lolife99, I'm really excited about the blazer too. jaros44sr, No I have not found the rear fender for the 50th, but I always have my eyes opened. here's a pic for you, I had to use(wanted to use) the 1968 50th stepside to hull the front clip to the shop. Attached Images __________________ 1968 50th STEP SIDE SHORTY, 350/350, a/c, ps, p,b Daily Driver, 1970 Cst short fleet, all black, 350/350, 1970 2wd Blazer, 2wd, 6 cyl. 3 spd, original, now a 454, 350turbo, 3.73 posi, on the road 1971 2wd fleet shorty, 454, 700r4, 3.73 posi, SOLD to 67OLDSTYLE72 "My rig's a little old but that don't mean she's slow" - SAWYER BROWN's Six Days On The Road SEMPER FI "I use to be a lean mean fighting machine, but now I'm a huffin, puffin, over stuffin love muffin"

08-23-2011, 11:03 PM	#11
jaros44sr Senior Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Philadelphia, Pa. 19454 Posts: 9,709	Re: Toxic Orange Blazer to the shop you should be reported to the board for abuse of an endangered species __________________ Semper Fi...Uncle Sam, you da man All parts offered to help are free, unless otherwise noted Dont try this stuff in my build thread, unless you have 55 years of mechanical OTJ training SAFETY FIRST AS usual, off topic They say your mind goes second, can't remember the first Jim

08-24-2011, 06:12 AM	#13
71HUGGER396 Confirmed Truckaholic Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Sarver,PA 16055 Posts: 732	Re: Toxic Orange Blazer to the shop I'm 11, I think I started in time to have it finished by the time I'm 16. LOL Just joking, but these will be his someday. __________________ 1968 50th STEP SIDE SHORTY, 350/350, a/c, ps, p,b Daily Driver, 1970 Cst short fleet, all black, 350/350, 1970 2wd Blazer, 2wd, 6 cyl. 3 spd, original, now a 454, 350turbo, 3.73 posi, on the road 1971 2wd fleet shorty, 454, 700r4, 3.73 posi, SOLD to 67OLDSTYLE72 "My rig's a little old but that don't mean she's slow" - SAWYER BROWN's Six Days On The Road SEMPER FI "I use to be a lean mean fighting machine, but now I'm a huffin, puffin, over stuffin love muffin"

08-24-2011, 11:12 AM	#14
jaros44sr Senior Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Philadelphia, Pa. 19454 Posts: 9,709	Re: Toxic Orange Blazer to the shop I was wrong, you were right! It does fit.... __________________ Semper Fi...Uncle Sam, you da man All parts offered to help are free, unless otherwise noted Dont try this stuff in my build thread, unless you have 55 years of mechanical OTJ training SAFETY FIRST AS usual, off topic They say your mind goes second, can't remember the first Jim

08-24-2011, 01:26 PM	#15
71HUGGER396 Confirmed Truckaholic Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Sarver,PA 16055 Posts: 732	Re: Toxic Orange Blazer to the shop jaros44sr, Like I said before, I wasn't trying to be right, I just wanted to be sure before I bought and cut trim. It could be a few weeks, but I'll post pictures when I try the trim. __________________ 1968 50th STEP SIDE SHORTY, 350/350, a/c, ps, p,b Daily Driver, 1970 Cst short fleet, all black, 350/350, 1970 2wd Blazer, 2wd, 6 cyl. 3 spd, original, now a 454, 350turbo, 3.73 posi, on the road 1971 2wd fleet shorty, 454, 700r4, 3.73 posi, SOLD to 67OLDSTYLE72 "My rig's a little old but that don't mean she's slow" - SAWYER BROWN's Six Days On The Road SEMPER FI "I use to be a lean mean fighting machine, but now I'm a huffin, puffin, over stuffin love muffin"

08-25-2011, 09:39 PM	#18
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Toxic Orange Blazer to the shop Can't wait to see some progress pics; it's going to look amazing! __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)



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08-27-2011, 08:28 AM	#19
71HUGGER396 Confirmed Truckaholic Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Sarver,PA 16055 Posts: 732	Re: Toxic Orange Blazer to the shop Here's some pics! I'm getting excited! Attached Images __________________ 1968 50th STEP SIDE SHORTY, 350/350, a/c, ps, p,b Daily Driver, 1970 Cst short fleet, all black, 350/350, 1970 2wd Blazer, 2wd, 6 cyl. 3 spd, original, now a 454, 350turbo, 3.73 posi, on the road 1971 2wd fleet shorty, 454, 700r4, 3.73 posi, SOLD to 67OLDSTYLE72 "My rig's a little old but that don't mean she's slow" - SAWYER BROWN's Six Days On The Road SEMPER FI "I use to be a lean mean fighting machine, but now I'm a huffin, puffin, over stuffin love muffin"

08-27-2011, 08:31 AM	#20
71HUGGER396 Confirmed Truckaholic Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Sarver,PA 16055 Posts: 732	Re: Toxic Orange Blazer to the shop A few more. Attached Images __________________ 1968 50th STEP SIDE SHORTY, 350/350, a/c, ps, p,b Daily Driver, 1970 Cst short fleet, all black, 350/350, 1970 2wd Blazer, 2wd, 6 cyl. 3 spd, original, now a 454, 350turbo, 3.73 posi, on the road 1971 2wd fleet shorty, 454, 700r4, 3.73 posi, SOLD to 67OLDSTYLE72 "My rig's a little old but that don't mean she's slow" - SAWYER BROWN's Six Days On The Road SEMPER FI "I use to be a lean mean fighting machine, but now I'm a huffin, puffin, over stuffin love muffin"

08-27-2011, 09:45 AM	#21
4oldcars Registered User Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: On The Beach, S C Posts: 613	Re: Toxic Orange Blazer to the shop I like the wheels. What/where are they from? __________________ 4oldcars Driving: 1971 Jimmy w/68 Chev front clip, 1953 Bel Air 2 dr hdtp, 1996 Roadmaster wagon, 2000 Eldorado The ones I let go: 1931 2 dr sedan, 1935 pick up, 1938 2 dr sedan, 1962 SS 454, 1963 409 wagon, 1970 short bed, 1972 short bed, 1972 sub, 1976 short bed, 1986 long bed, 03 short bed

08-27-2011, 05:33 PM	#22
71HUGGER396 Confirmed Truckaholic Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Sarver,PA 16055 Posts: 732	Re: Toxic Orange Blazer to the shop They were on the Blazer when I bought it, and I think the owner thought they were off of a late 70's jeep wagoneer, maybe. They're 6 bolt, I'm converting over to 5. I'll either go with corvette rallys or the 5 spoke American racing. __________________ 1968 50th STEP SIDE SHORTY, 350/350, a/c, ps, p,b Daily Driver, 1970 Cst short fleet, all black, 350/350, 1970 2wd Blazer, 2wd, 6 cyl. 3 spd, original, now a 454, 350turbo, 3.73 posi, on the road 1971 2wd fleet shorty, 454, 700r4, 3.73 posi, SOLD to 67OLDSTYLE72 "My rig's a little old but that don't mean she's slow" - SAWYER BROWN's Six Days On The Road SEMPER FI "I use to be a lean mean fighting machine, but now I'm a huffin, puffin, over stuffin love muffin"

08-29-2011, 04:15 PM	#23
71HUGGER396 Confirmed Truckaholic Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Sarver,PA 16055 Posts: 732	Re: Toxic Orange Blazer to the shop I'll have to post more pics. The shop is really going to town on the Blazer. __________________ 1968 50th STEP SIDE SHORTY, 350/350, a/c, ps, p,b Daily Driver, 1970 Cst short fleet, all black, 350/350, 1970 2wd Blazer, 2wd, 6 cyl. 3 spd, original, now a 454, 350turbo, 3.73 posi, on the road 1971 2wd fleet shorty, 454, 700r4, 3.73 posi, SOLD to 67OLDSTYLE72 "My rig's a little old but that don't mean she's slow" - SAWYER BROWN's Six Days On The Road SEMPER FI "I use to be a lean mean fighting machine, but now I'm a huffin, puffin, over stuffin love muffin"

09-05-2011, 09:22 AM	#24
71HUGGER396 Confirmed Truckaholic Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Sarver,PA 16055 Posts: 732	Re: Toxic Orange Blazer to the shop Here's some new pics. I can't wait to drive this thing!!! Attached Images __________________ 1968 50th STEP SIDE SHORTY, 350/350, a/c, ps, p,b Daily Driver, 1970 Cst short fleet, all black, 350/350, 1970 2wd Blazer, 2wd, 6 cyl. 3 spd, original, now a 454, 350turbo, 3.73 posi, on the road 1971 2wd fleet shorty, 454, 700r4, 3.73 posi, SOLD to 67OLDSTYLE72 "My rig's a little old but that don't mean she's slow" - SAWYER BROWN's Six Days On The Road SEMPER FI "I use to be a lean mean fighting machine, but now I'm a huffin, puffin, over stuffin love muffin"

09-05-2011, 09:27 AM	#25
71HUGGER396 Confirmed Truckaholic Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Sarver,PA 16055 Posts: 732	Re: Toxic Orange Blazer to the shop Here is after the shop got the Quarter on. Had to replace passenger side due to very large dent. The driver's side was rust free, with only a small creease behind the tire. Attached Images __________________ 1968 50th STEP SIDE SHORTY, 350/350, a/c, ps, p,b Daily Driver, 1970 Cst short fleet, all black, 350/350, 1970 2wd Blazer, 2wd, 6 cyl. 3 spd, original, now a 454, 350turbo, 3.73 posi, on the road 1971 2wd fleet shorty, 454, 700r4, 3.73 posi, SOLD to 67OLDSTYLE72 "My rig's a little old but that don't mean she's slow" - SAWYER BROWN's Six Days On The Road SEMPER FI "I use to be a lean mean fighting machine, but now I'm a huffin, puffin, over stuffin love muffin"

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