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LUV2XCLR8 · 12-31-2006, 08:53 AM

"Merlot" was bought to be a driver, and the 1st thing that I wil do is
finish the Air Ride, I could get a ART controller for the Air Ride to help
with what I got now. I also think a Cowl hood would look really

on
there instead oo stock. So what would you do if $5K dropped in your
lap? Wheels and tires? or something else? It seems to run good now.

I have a set of 17" Corvette Rally's still new in the boxes, use them?
or sell them? I have always wanted 20's out back so these may go

*Pic's included (Most of you will probably say wheels, but what else?)

see ten · 12-31-2006, 09:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LUV2XCLR8

So what would you do 1st if $5K dropped in your
lap?

Get some paint on GQ!

No! Stop! please don't curse me!

Well seriously those 17" wheels are paid for already, but on the flipside they are a very understated wheel. Most people probably wont even notice you're running a 17" since they are so similar to the 15" rallies everyone runs. Then you have to worry about the old center cap/beauty ring thieves that seem to be around every corner. It's hard to say where I would put 5K on that little ride. I think since it's a driver I would start putting some miles on it and see what it needs. Having the Airride work flawlessly is important to it being a reliable driver so it seems this might be a good place to start (after the mechanicals have been deemed roadworthy).

LUV2XCLR8 · 12-31-2006, 09:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by see ten

Get some paint on GQ!

No! Stop! please don't curse me!

"GQ" appears to be leaving, hence the $ dropped in my lap

LUV2XCLR8 · 12-31-2006, 09:18 AM

Well it has all new front brakes, rears need work (I have everything already)
and the exhaust needs a major tune up

(Rusty old pipes and turbos)
Other than that she drives great, the few times I have been out in her

bouncytruck · 12-31-2006, 01:09 PM

Get new 20's. The right wheels/tires can make the truck.

jhow66 · 12-31-2006, 01:19 PM

Don't be so greedy. Tell the rest of us where to sit so that 5K will "drop" in our laps . Sheeeeze some people! (lol)

13lazer · 12-31-2006, 02:40 PM

if i had 5k extra? i'd install a manual 6 speed and a cable or mechanical clutch. gears make the vehicle in my opinion. dubs are too $$ and craigslist is full of good wheel deals. i like to leave the dubs for the guys in the escalades. a brand new custom fit exhaust system from the manifolds back should be around $500, exhaust leaks are way too embarrassing to put up with.

LUV2XCLR8 · 12-31-2006, 03:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jhow66

Don't be so greedy. Tell the rest of us where to sit so
that 5K will "drop" in our laps . Sheeeeze some people!

"GQ" may be sold back to the PO

69TowRig · 12-31-2006, 04:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LUV2XCLR8

"GQ" may be sold back to the PO

For 5k? Geeze I would have paid 6k! Sounds like he got a deal!

71swb4x4 · 12-31-2006, 05:32 PM

If it were my Jimmy, which it obviously isn't

I would put 20" Torque Thrust II's on it.
When I was trying to decide it was between that and the corvette ralleys. I finally decided on the ralley's because there are a ton of old vehicles in town with TT II's.

LUV2XCLR8 · 12-31-2006, 05:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 69TowRig

For 5k? Geeze I would have paid 6k! Sounds like he got a deal!

Uhm, NOT, I'm using the rest of the $$$$$ to build my 4-bay garage

Quote:

Originally Posted by 71swb4x4

If it were my Jimmy, which it obviously isn't

I would put 20" Torque Thrust II's on it.

I considered those to Shaun, but like u said, everyone has em

72LoBurb · 12-31-2006, 10:04 PM

Personally, I like the understated, clean look the 'vette style rallies would give the BlaJim ( or whatever you want to call it

). It keeps people guessing what is different about it.
Then get your exhaust(to me this is a safety issue) and suspension buttoned up, the RidePro E seem like a heck of a nice set up.

72armyswbtruck · 12-31-2006, 10:07 PM

I would definately go with the wheels and then remove the rack? Spend a little dough on a buff and enjoy your ride.

71swb4x4 · 12-31-2006, 10:11 PM

20" Intro Twisted Vistas would be cool as well!!

and...

Leave the rack. It's not like the top will be on much anyway. The rack gives it the surfer dude look. I couldn't pull that off, but you can

bouncytruck · 12-31-2006, 10:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 71swb4x4

20" Intro Twisted Vistas would be cool as well!!

and...

Leave the rack. It's not like the top will be on much anyway. The rack gives it the surfer dude look. I couldn't pull that off, but you can

I agree with both of this statements.

5150 · 12-31-2006, 10:30 PM

Well, you called me and got my opinion but I'll give it to you hear also.

1. Get Air Ride fixed
2. Get the right Exhaust system w/Flowmasters
3. Get the wheels YOU want.

Post a pic of those wheels we were talking about. I'd like to see them. If you have any money left, which you should, get any of the mechanical quirks worked out. Like Asa said drive it and enjoy it, if you get all these things done you should be able to.

LUV2XCLR8 · 12-31-2006, 11:02 PM

Surfer rack stays, I put my heart & sole into the Billet Aluminum makeover

The Air Ride is being figured out, I have found a few of the leaks so far

As for the Wheels, Not a chance Bryan, I'll post them when I buy them

5150 · 01-01-2007, 01:20 AM

I kinda figured that, but I had to try.

RED72blazer · 01-01-2007, 05:55 AM

I love the look of the 17's and the rack!

meathead95 · 01-01-2007, 06:51 AM

for a daily driver i would go in this order till i was broke.
1 fix the air ride
2 get an overdrive
3 get an efi system
4 buy some 20's

LUV2XCLR8 · 01-01-2007, 07:52 AM

Overdrive as in 700r4? It's on the 2nd stage list, in other words after the 1st
batch of cash is gone, thanks for the ideas guys, all the help is appreciated

vtblazer · 01-01-2007, 07:04 PM

How's the engine? Run strong?
Tranny condition?

My personal daily driver list:
*Reliability/safety is #1 - Fun is #2
*Nice strong power plant
*Definitely a sweet exhaust system
*Fuel injection w/overdrive - O/D if you gotta pick only one, 6spd would certainly be cool too.
*Air ride system must be dependable
*Body issue's - any rust that needs attention? Paint good?
*Dynamatt or similar sound deaden-er
Is the interior finished? If not it's goes on the list too.
Got a tilt column in it?
Stereo? Seats? Carpet? ...etc.

IMO, there's alot to do prior to adding the bling of a new set of wheels/tires, the old school rallies are timeless anyway.

**N2TRUX** · 01-01-2007, 10:20 PM

Get some 20's on it ! That will provide the motivation to do the rest...

Chris27 · 01-02-2007, 03:43 PM

Fuel Injection and O/D are high on my list for any daily driver.

Pop's72 · 01-02-2007, 03:50 PM

Since you are planning on getting them eventually (I think you were) drop the money on the 20s now. In the looks department you will definately get the most bang for your buck with that purchase.

I forgot if you have an alarm

Make that a first purchase item also..

12-31-2006, 09:18 AM	#4
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,468	Re: Ok Blazer Guru's I need some advice Well it has all new front brakes, rears need work (I have everything already) and the exhaust needs a major tune up (Rusty old pipes and turbos) Other than that she drives great, the few times I have been out in her __________________ 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 Last edited by LUV2XCLR8; 12-31-2006 at 09:19 AM.

12-31-2006, 01:09 PM	#5
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,038	Re: Ok Blazer Guru's I need some advice Get new 20's. The right wheels/tires can make the truck. __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

12-31-2006, 01:19 PM	#6
jhow66 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Knoxville Tenn. Posts: 3,058	Re: Ok Blazer Guru's I need some advice Don't be so greedy. Tell the rest of us where to sit so that 5K will "drop" in our laps . Sheeeeze some people! (lol) __________________ 56 Chevy Bel-Air 2dr. HT (purchased new) 71 Chevy Cheyenne SWB PU (502HO) 65 GMC short bed step--work in progress and my gofer

12-31-2006, 02:40 PM	#7
13lazer 13lazers' blazers Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: San Pedro, CA Posts: 152	Re: Ok Blazer Guru's I need some advice if i had 5k extra? i'd install a manual 6 speed and a cable or mechanical clutch. gears make the vehicle in my opinion. dubs are too $$ and craigslist is full of good wheel deals. i like to leave the dubs for the guys in the escalades. a brand new custom fit exhaust system from the manifolds back should be around $500, exhaust leaks are way too embarrassing to put up with. __________________ 1970 2wd blazer 1972 1ton blazer 4x4 in progress 1966 mustang coupe (modified) 1985 c20 suburban tow rig 1996 462 ranger with a 150 efi merc. a former B.A.S.S. tournament boat almost all exempt from california smog laws intentionally.

12-31-2006, 05:32 PM	#10
71swb4x4 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Brookings, SD Posts: 10,497	Re: Ok Blazer Guru's I need some advice If it were my Jimmy, which it obviously isn't I would put 20" Torque Thrust II's on it. When I was trying to decide it was between that and the corvette ralleys. I finally decided on the ralley's because there are a ton of old vehicles in town with TT II's. __________________ Some people are like slinkies, they aren't good for anything, but you can't help but smile when you see one tumble down the stairs. Last edited by 71swb4x4; 12-31-2006 at 05:33 PM.

12-31-2006, 08:53 AM	#1
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,468	Ok Blazer Guru's I need some advice "Merlot" was bought to be a driver, and the 1st thing that I wil do is finish the Air Ride, I could get a ART controller for the Air Ride to help with what I got now. I also think a Cowl hood would look really on there instead oo stock. So what would you do if $5K dropped in your lap? Wheels and tires? or something else? It seems to run good now. I have a set of 17" Corvette Rally's still new in the boxes, use them? or sell them? I have always wanted 20's out back so these may go Pic's included (Most of you will probably say wheels, but what else?) Attached Images __________________ 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 Last edited by LUV2XCLR8; 12-31-2006 at 11:26 AM.*

12-31-2006, 10:04 PM	#12
72LoBurb Yup, I'm comp-useless Join Date: May 2005 Location: Edmonton,Alta,Canada Posts: 360	Re: Ok Blazer Guru's I need some advice Personally, I like the understated, clean look the 'vette style rallies would give the BlaJim ( or whatever you want to call it ). It keeps people guessing what is different about it. Then get your exhaust(to me this is a safety issue) and suspension buttoned up, the RidePro E seem like a heck of a nice set up.

12-31-2006, 10:07 PM	#13
72armyswbtruck Registered User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Idaho Posts: 4,033	Re: Ok Blazer Guru's I need some advice I would definately go with the wheels and then remove the rack? Spend a little dough on a buff and enjoy your ride. __________________ "Remember, They can Kill You, but they can't eat You, That's against the law!!!!!!!!!"

12-31-2006, 10:11 PM	#14
71swb4x4 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Brookings, SD Posts: 10,497	Re: Ok Blazer Guru's I need some advice 20" Intro Twisted Vistas would be cool as well!! and... Leave the rack. It's not like the top will be on much anyway. The rack gives it the surfer dude look. I couldn't pull that off, but you can __________________ Some people are like slinkies, they aren't good for anything, but you can't help but smile when you see one tumble down the stairs.

12-31-2006, 10:30 PM	#16
5150 C10 Club Tennessee Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: White House, TN 37188 Posts: 8,281	Re: Ok Blazer Guru's I need some advice Well, you called me and got my opinion but I'll give it to you hear also. 1. Get Air Ride fixed 2. Get the right Exhaust system w/Flowmasters 3. Get the wheels YOU want. Post a pic of those wheels we were talking about. I'd like to see them. If you have any money left, which you should, get any of the mechanical quirks worked out. Like Asa said drive it and enjoy it, if you get all these things done you should be able to. __________________ Bryan www.gmtruckshow.com Project "Andes"-Halen's First Truck Project: Patina Burb for he is God’s servant for your good. But if you do wrong, be afraid, for he does not bear the sword in vain. For he is the servant of God, an avenger who carries out God’s wrath on the wrongdoer. Romans 13:4

12-31-2006, 11:02 PM	#17
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,468	Re: Ok Blazer Guru's I need some advice Surfer rack stays, I put my heart & sole into the Billet Aluminum makeover The Air Ride is being figured out, I have found a few of the leaks so far As for the Wheels, Not a chance Bryan, I'll post them when I buy them __________________ 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

01-01-2007, 01:20 AM	#18
5150 C10 Club Tennessee Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: White House, TN 37188 Posts: 8,281	Re: Ok Blazer Guru's I need some advice I kinda figured that, but I had to try. __________________ Bryan www.gmtruckshow.com Project "Andes"-Halen's First Truck Project: Patina Burb for he is God’s servant for your good. But if you do wrong, be afraid, for he does not bear the sword in vain. For he is the servant of God, an avenger who carries out God’s wrath on the wrongdoer. Romans 13:4

01-01-2007, 05:55 AM	#19
RED72blazer urban fourwheelin Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Seattle Posts: 1,007	Re: Ok Blazer Guru's I need some advice I love the look of the 17's and the rack! __________________ 1972 K5 Blazer with Cummins 4BT, NV4500 swap in the parts gathering stage.

01-01-2007, 06:51 AM	#20
meathead95 computer illiterate Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Des Moines, IA Posts: 6,440	Re: Ok Blazer Guru's I need some advice for a daily driver i would go in this order till i was broke. 1 fix the air ride 2 get an overdrive 3 get an efi system 4 buy some 20's __________________ 72 2wd blazer 72 swb 4x4

01-01-2007, 07:52 AM	#21
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,468	Re: Ok Blazer Guru's I need some advice Overdrive as in 700r4? It's on the 2nd stage list, in other words after the 1st batch of cash is gone, thanks for the ideas guys, all the help is appreciated __________________ 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



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01-01-2007, 07:04 PM	#22
vtblazer Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Central Vermont Posts: 8,537	Re: Ok Blazer Guru's I need some advice How's the engine? Run strong? Tranny condition? My personal daily driver list: Reliability/safety is #1 - Fun is #2 Nice strong power plant Definitely a sweet exhaust system Fuel injection w/overdrive - O/D if you gotta pick only one, 6spd would certainly be cool too. Air ride system must be dependable Body issue's - any rust that needs attention? Paint good? *Dynamatt or similar sound deaden-er Is the interior finished? If not it's goes on the list too. Got a tilt column in it? Stereo? Seats? Carpet? ...etc. IMO, there's alot to do prior to adding the bling of a new set of wheels/tires, the old school rallies are timeless anyway.

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01-02-2007, 03:50 PM	#25
Pop's72 It's ok to stare... Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 667	Re: Ok Blazer Guru's I need some advice Since you are planning on getting them eventually (I think you were) drop the money on the 20s now. In the looks department you will definately get the most bang for your buck with that purchase. I forgot if you have an alarm Make that a first purchase item also.. __________________ -Matt 1971 Blazer/Jimmy : Factory 2WD, Factory AC, Crate 350 Last edited by Pop's72; 01-02-2007 at 03:51 PM.

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