Al's 72 blazer progress update - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

alnshan · 11-27-2006, 02:13 AM

Just a few updated pictures of my blazer before it goes back in the shop for "blazer project part II"

hotrodhomi · 11-27-2006, 02:33 AM

Whats new for part two? It looks good.

alnshan · 11-27-2006, 03:02 AM

Engine area and transmission!!! I want to clean up the engine area a bit and have the AC put back in. The guy that's working on it is going to take the engine out and since it was out...he was going to see if the transmission needed anything. How's your blazer coming along??? Post some pictures!!!

**Yukon Jack** · 11-27-2006, 10:17 AM

That is very sweet.

-Greg72 · 11-27-2006, 10:38 AM

I for one would like to see about 1 MILLION more pics!!!

Specifically, I'd love to hear more about those front seats (what are they?) and I wouldn't mind details on the hidden fuel filler door, and the center console which also looks to be a "one-off" detail too.

Wheel diameters (F/R)? Tire sizes?

Looks great!

Chris27 · 11-27-2006, 10:44 AM

Nice ride! I would also like details on the fuel door mod.

krue · 11-27-2006, 11:13 AM

Very nice ride!

*72CSTC5* · 11-27-2006, 11:47 AM

Nice progress. Keep going.

Deuce · 11-27-2006, 01:07 PM

Could you post some larger/single pics. I'd like to save them on my computer if you don't mind??
I vote you submit some pics for the 67-72 calender!!!!!!!!!!

alnshan · 11-27-2006, 04:13 PM

Thanks all!!! Moreso...thanks for all the information that you folks helped me with to get my blazer going!!! Man...without this website...I'd be fricken lost!!! Anyway...regarding the seats. The front, back and console are from a 98 suburban. My interior guy took off the head rests and laid leather on the outer portion of the seats and suede in the actual sitting area. It can get fairly hot here in Antioch and I didn't want to get burned when I wear shorts and driving with the top off. Moreso...my kids. Speaking of which...the car seat was also covered with the same material. It's my boys "throne" as my wife and I call it.

The wheels are 20X10 Torque Thrust II rims with 4" backspacing. I asked the guy for the deepest set that I can put on there and that was as far as I was able to go.

67-72 Calendar??? Thank you for the consideration, but there are WAY more nicer blazers that I've seen in the forum that should be on the calendar.

I'll post the single pictures later today. My wife laid all the pictures on one page so I thought it would be easier to post.

Thanks again everyone!!!

alnshan · 11-27-2006, 04:19 PM

oh...by the way...the fuel door was already done when I bought the blazer

Musclerodz · 11-28-2006, 02:47 PM

Very nice Blazer you have there.

Mike

LUV2XCLR8 · 11-28-2006, 06:48 PM

Sweeeeeeeeeeeeeeet

alnshan · 11-29-2006, 02:32 AM

Here are the individual pictures.

**Yukon Jack** · 11-29-2006, 03:45 PM

Thanks for the larger pics. I must say, that has got to be one of the best looking 2wd K5's I've ever seen. What a blast that must be to own.

CLASSIC87' · 11-30-2006, 02:31 PM

BEAUTIFUL... AWESOME combination. Props to you for keeping it "stock" looking... VERY CLEAN.

*72CSTC5* · 11-30-2006, 03:12 PM

I am drooling right now, thanks alot man!

72LoBurb · 12-02-2006, 12:51 PM

Beautiful Blazer, one of the nicest I've ever seen.
Very clean and tastefully done.

If I was fortunate enough to own one that was as nice, I'd submit photos for the calender; I believe it would have a good chance to get in.
Even if it doesn't, you've got nothing to lose.

chevys2die4 · 12-02-2006, 12:56 PM

Awsome look! Wheels are 20x10 w/4" backspace, What drop if any do you have? I love the stance!

babyblueoval · 12-23-2006, 11:33 PM

Alnshan,

What size are your tires?

They look tall enough to give a decent ride but low enough not to have any clearance problems. Exactly what I'm looking for.

I'm thinking of going with 275/45x20's - about 29.5" overall height.

Larry Farris · 12-24-2006, 12:55 AM

Very Nice ! Do me a favor
If you ever consider selling...
Contact me 660-886-4474 shop / 229-4474 cel

I would like to make a small suggestion.

Contact Ron Manes and have him send you a replacement set of wipers.
1-877-358-6745 Manes Truck Parts (manestruckparts.com)

smbrouss70 · 12-24-2006, 01:02 AM

alnshan, can you post some larger pics of the interior?

alnshan · 12-25-2006, 03:24 AM

Sorry folks...been away for the holidays and just got back.

Yes...they're 20X10 with 4" backspacing and yes...the tires are 275/40/20.

The front is lowered with drop spindles and 2" lowered springs. The rear was lowered 4" as well, but I had someone install air lift bags back there to relieve the "bounce".

Let me know what pictures of the interior you want me to take.

Thanks all!!!

Al

smbrouss70 · 12-25-2006, 01:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by alnshan

Let me know what pictures of the interior you want me to take.

The ones that you have up top are fine, I just wanted to know if you had them a little bigger. The wife and I love your interior, and hopefully mine will look that good someday.

11-27-2006, 02:13 AM	#1
alnshan Registered User Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Antioch, CA Posts: 81	Al's 72 blazer progress update Just a few updated pictures of my blazer before it goes back in the shop for "blazer project part II" Attached Images

11-27-2006, 02:33 AM	#2
hotrodhomi Registered User Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Sacramento Posts: 3,737	Re: Al's 72 blazer progress update Whats new for part two? It looks good. __________________ '72 2wd blazer, bagged w/ watts link & EDC '72 C10 "Lowered Farm Truck" STOLEN 5-18-11 '66 impala ht

11-27-2006, 03:02 AM	#3
alnshan Registered User Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Antioch, CA Posts: 81	Re: Al's 72 blazer progress update Engine area and transmission!!! I want to clean up the engine area a bit and have the AC put back in. The guy that's working on it is going to take the engine out and since it was out...he was going to see if the transmission needed anything. How's your blazer coming along??? Post some pictures!!!

11-27-2006, 10:17 AM	#4
Yukon Jack Post Whore Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Rose Hill, KS, USA Posts: 12,684	Re: Al's 72 blazer progress update That is very sweet. __________________ 1970 Blazer with a 400 sbc and 4" lift 1980 Pontiac Trans Am, 455 Oldsmobile 2012 Kawasaki Concours 14

11-27-2006, 10:38 AM	#5
-Greg72 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 308	Re: Al's 72 blazer progress update I for one would like to see about 1 MILLION more pics!!! Specifically, I'd love to hear more about those front seats (what are they?) and I wouldn't mind details on the hidden fuel filler door, and the center console which also looks to be a "one-off" detail too. Wheel diameters (F/R)? Tire sizes? Looks great! __________________ 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 Last edited by -Greg72; 11-27-2006 at 10:39 AM.

11-27-2006, 10:44 AM	#6
Chris27 Blazerless Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Kelowna, BC, Canada Posts: 274	Re: Al's 72 blazer progress update Nice ride! I would also like details on the fuel door mod. __________________ 72' K5 Blazer 4x4 350TBI/700R4/NP205 3/4 ton diffs. Daily driver. SOLD 69' Beaumont 388/700R4 11.70@116 77' Bronco, Wife's mall cruiser/poser 4x4. Capable but too pretty to go offroad.

11-27-2006, 11:13 AM	#7
krue Designated A-hole! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: South Mississippi Posts: 36,450	Re: Al's 72 blazer progress update Very nice ride! __________________ "If it ain't broke, fix it 'til it is!" Being stupid ain't illegal. We're Still Debt Free Except for the House!!! www.daveramsey.com 70 GMC SWB Stepside project "Green Booger" soon to be 6.0l/4l80e 93 S-10 "Poppaw's Truck"

11-27-2006, 11:47 AM	#8
72CSTC5 Account Suspended Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Deer Park, Tx. Posts: 2,524	Re: Al's 72 blazer progress update Nice progress. Keep going.

11-27-2006, 01:07 PM	#9
Deuce Registered User Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Calgary, Alberta,Canada Posts: 1,595	Re: Al's 72 blazer progress update Could you post some larger/single pics. I'd like to save them on my computer if you don't mind?? I vote you submit some pics for the 67-72 calender!!!!!!!!!! __________________ I know what your thinking.......I have ESPN. Sometimes it's easier to do things the hard way. Fesler Built 1968 Chevy C10....Must resist the urge to mess with it!!

11-27-2006, 04:13 PM	#10
alnshan Registered User Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Antioch, CA Posts: 81	Re: Al's 72 blazer progress update Thanks all!!! Moreso...thanks for all the information that you folks helped me with to get my blazer going!!! Man...without this website...I'd be fricken lost!!! Anyway...regarding the seats. The front, back and console are from a 98 suburban. My interior guy took off the head rests and laid leather on the outer portion of the seats and suede in the actual sitting area. It can get fairly hot here in Antioch and I didn't want to get burned when I wear shorts and driving with the top off. Moreso...my kids. Speaking of which...the car seat was also covered with the same material. It's my boys "throne" as my wife and I call it. The wheels are 20X10 Torque Thrust II rims with 4" backspacing. I asked the guy for the deepest set that I can put on there and that was as far as I was able to go. 67-72 Calendar??? Thank you for the consideration, but there are WAY more nicer blazers that I've seen in the forum that should be on the calendar. I'll post the single pictures later today. My wife laid all the pictures on one page so I thought it would be easier to post. Thanks again everyone!!!

11-27-2006, 04:19 PM	#11
alnshan Registered User Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Antioch, CA Posts: 81	Re: Al's 72 blazer progress update oh...by the way...the fuel door was already done when I bought the blazer

11-28-2006, 02:47 PM	#12
Musclerodz Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: OKC, OK Posts: 2,365	Re: Al's 72 blazer progress update Very nice Blazer you have there. Mike __________________ Mike Redpath

11-28-2006, 06:48 PM	#13
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,475	Re: Al's 72 blazer progress update Sweeeeeeeeeeeeeeet __________________ Owner/Op: "TN Classic Transport Carriers" The Toy: "Square Vette" 72 Hybrid Blazer Toy Barn: "LuvShack" 40 x 60 x 20 Shop Big Piggy: "Goliath" 07 Kodiak C4500 Lil Piggy:"Maddy" 88 Silverado 3500 Hauler: "Feathers" 14 Aluma 8218T

11-29-2006, 02:32 AM	#14
alnshan Registered User Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Antioch, CA Posts: 81	Re: Al's 72 blazer progress update Here are the individual pictures. Attached Images

11-29-2006, 03:45 PM	#15
Yukon Jack Post Whore Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Rose Hill, KS, USA Posts: 12,684	Re: Al's 72 blazer progress update Thanks for the larger pics. I must say, that has got to be one of the best looking 2wd K5's I've ever seen. What a blast that must be to own. __________________ 1970 Blazer with a 400 sbc and 4" lift 1980 Pontiac Trans Am, 455 Oldsmobile 2012 Kawasaki Concours 14



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11-30-2006, 02:31 PM	#16
CLASSIC87' OL BLUU Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: WICHITA, KS. Posts: 1,065	Re: Al's 72 blazer progress update BEAUTIFUL... AWESOME combination. Props to you for keeping it "stock" looking... VERY CLEAN.

11-30-2006, 03:12 PM	#17
72CSTC5 Account Suspended Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Deer Park, Tx. Posts: 2,524	Re: Al's 72 blazer progress update I am drooling right now, thanks alot man!

12-02-2006, 12:51 PM	#18
72LoBurb Yup, I'm comp-useless Join Date: May 2005 Location: Edmonton,Alta,Canada Posts: 360	Re: Al's 72 blazer progress update Beautiful Blazer, one of the nicest I've ever seen. Very clean and tastefully done. If I was fortunate enough to own one that was as nice, I'd submit photos for the calender; I believe it would have a good chance to get in. Even if it doesn't, you've got nothing to lose.

12-02-2006, 12:56 PM	#19
chevys2die4 Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Bryan,OH Posts: 157	Re: Al's 72 blazer progress update Awsome look! Wheels are 20x10 w/4" backspace, What drop if any do you have? I love the stance! __________________ 68 SB 396 72 SB CHEYENNE 402 04 Silverado SS

12-23-2006, 11:33 PM	#20
babyblueoval Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Arkansas Posts: 835	Re: Al's 72 blazer progress update Alnshan, What size are your tires? They look tall enough to give a decent ride but low enough not to have any clearance problems. Exactly what I'm looking for. I'm thinking of going with 275/45x20's - about 29.5" overall height. __________________ Jim '71 Blazer-Porterbuilt Dropmember C4/LS1/6L80E '57 VW beetle - Oct. 2006 Hot VW's pg. 87 - 350hp intercooled, turbocharged, EFI 2.3liter and 5spd in the works '87 BMW 325i - daily driver

12-24-2006, 12:55 AM	#21
Larry Farris Senior Member Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Marshall, MO, US Posts: 209	Re: Al's 72 blazer progress update Very Nice ! Do me a favor If you ever consider selling... Contact me 660-886-4474 shop / 229-4474 cel I would like to make a small suggestion. Contact Ron Manes and have him send you a replacement set of wipers. 1-877-358-6745 Manes Truck Parts (manestruckparts.com) __________________ (For Sale) 67 SWB 2WD 402 BB Lowered 01 Fatboy - Custom paint w/flames & lots of chrome Parts for sale & buyer 660-229-4474 cell

12-24-2006, 01:02 AM	#22
smbrouss70 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Rayne, LA Posts: 2,782	Re: Al's 72 blazer progress update alnshan, can you post some larger pics of the interior? __________________ Steven "If dogs don't go to heaven, when I die I want to go wherever they went." -- Will Rogers R.I.P. Oscar R.I.P. Ratchet 1967 Pontiac GTO - Dad was the Original Owner 1970 Chevy 2wd SWB "Oscar's Truck" 1970 Chevy 2wd Blazer "Ratchet's Blazer" 2013 Chevy 2500HD Crew Cab Duramax/Allison Z71 LTZ "Brown Sugar" 2017 Chevy Suburban "BDB" 2020 Chevy Blazer Premier "Foxy" Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Shop Build

12-25-2006, 03:24 AM	#23
alnshan Registered User Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Antioch, CA Posts: 81	Re: Al's 72 blazer progress update Sorry folks...been away for the holidays and just got back. Yes...they're 20X10 with 4" backspacing and yes...the tires are 275/40/20. The front is lowered with drop spindles and 2" lowered springs. The rear was lowered 4" as well, but I had someone install air lift bags back there to relieve the "bounce". Let me know what pictures of the interior you want me to take. Thanks all!!! Al Last edited by alnshan; 12-25-2006 at 03:27 AM.

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