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Rokcrln · 02-08-2007, 08:32 PM

Well the reason for project "LFD's Low buck truck build" is so I can sell my 99PS and the wifes 04 Cooper S and help pay for this, her new Mini Van

She hate me calling it that but if more mini vans were like this we would all have them. It is an 07 TrailBlazer SS with the 395hp/400ft 6.0 small block that is based on the new vett motor. This thing is increadable. Here are a few pics. Sorry but it is pouring out so I will get more later.

Kevin
LFD Inc.

texanidiot25 · 02-08-2007, 08:43 PM

Its notta mini van, its a SUV of DOOM!

The SS TrailBlazers are so clean looking. Is it the 2wd, or awd?

projectking · 02-08-2007, 09:24 PM

very cool truck!!

Troy-Built · 02-08-2007, 09:29 PM

Those are just down right awesome. A friend of mine at work bought a white one about 6 months ago. Another one at work bought a silver 07 this week.

PanelDeland · 02-08-2007, 09:29 PM

She has good taste.If I were buying a new or near new family ride the TB is what I would want.I like that color,too.

texanidiot25 · 02-08-2007, 09:31 PM

That color is amazing in the sunlight. Its a real deep, dark metallic red.

Rokcrln · 02-08-2007, 10:05 PM

The only problem with it is that it makes our 67 SS 396 Chevelle feel real slow

I know it is not a mini van but I like to push her buttons.
I will be ordering the front 2" lowering springs for it in the next week or so and the rear is bagged with ride height sensors so all you need to do is re-adjust the setting for up to a 3" drop

Kevin
LFD Inc.

BigTex · 02-08-2007, 11:02 PM

Good choice. I didn't like the trailblazers much until they came out with the SS LS2 option. That makes a very nice combo. Now, I'd have no problem driving one.

This video came out when the C6 was new and before the TBSS was available. Sure got my blood flowing:
http://www.frontiernet.net/~face440/Chevy_ballet.wmv

agronomya · 02-08-2007, 11:02 PM

That thing is pretty sweet. I went with my fiance's father to look at a new Silverado and they had a silver one in the showroom right next to a new ZO6. I would have happily taken either one.

AA

72cheyennesuper20 · 02-08-2007, 11:13 PM

Looks and sounds like fun, Sounds to me that the SS396 might need to become a SS502 or SS572.

BigTex · 02-08-2007, 11:22 PM

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Originally Posted by 72cheyennesuper20

Looks and sounds like fun, Sounds to me that the SS396 might need to become a SS502 or SS572.

Or better yet, a GenIII conversion.

FarmTruk · 02-08-2007, 11:41 PM

Looks like the Cooper S after growing up, buffed and pumped from the gym. VERY nice.

turbochevy · 02-08-2007, 11:54 PM

Nice, one word for you.....

Supercharged!

jorgensensc · 02-09-2007, 01:17 AM

Welcome to the Family. We like to keep things discreet around here since no one knows what they are!! Enjoy. We have had ours for almost 1 year and almost 20k miles. No problems yet.... We will have a supercharger just as soon as the factory warranty is over.... Congrats!

Shawn

CHAPS7931 · 02-09-2007, 01:43 AM

yea love the ss but and im thinking of getting a tb but i need the space so might go with the Extended one but have not made my mind up

GREASEMONKEY72 · 02-09-2007, 01:51 AM

now thats one mini van i would be proud to drive, looks killer man, youve deffinitly got a keeper with her, hopefully ill be as lucky one day

and that video is sweet

Rokcrln · 02-09-2007, 08:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 72cheyennesuper20

Looks and sounds like fun, Sounds to me that the SS396 might need to become a SS502 or SS572.

Quote:

Originally Posted by BigTex

Or better yet, a GenIII conversion.

I have thought about both options but with this being an original 30k mile car I think we will leave it as is

Nice Video, I will have to show the wife that one!
As far as the SuperCharger goes, 99,914 miles to go

Kevin
LFD Inc.

GMCBubba · 02-09-2007, 08:23 AM

just now checking out the specs on chevy's website. looks pretty nice. did you get the 3.42 or 4.10?

**N2TRUX** · 02-09-2007, 09:46 AM

Nice little hotrod. Too bad they don't make them in red. My wife would consider one...

panhandler62 · 02-09-2007, 09:52 AM

I am so envious --

My wife has her heart set on a Windstar...

Rokcrln · 02-09-2007, 12:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GMCBubba

just now checking out the specs on chevy's website. looks pretty nice. did you get the 3.42 or 4.10?

The 07 SS comes standard with a 9.5" rear axle/ limited slip and 4:10 It has a tow rating of 6800lbs.

The only red is what I have,,,,opp's what my wife has and that is Red Jewel Tintcoat.

Kevin
LFD Inc.

gmc1969custom · 02-09-2007, 05:13 PM

That thing is bad to the bone!

1LoC10 · 02-09-2007, 08:20 PM

nice truck, I love those....now get some exhaut like this one!!
http://s10.photobucket.com/albums/a1...nt=ss_0001.flv

Rokcrln · 02-09-2007, 10:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1LoC10

nice truck, I love those....now get some exhaut like this one!!
http://s10.photobucket.com/albums/a1...nt=ss_0001.flv

The wife likes it as do I. Where is a good place for after market parts for these things. I just might have to get my own

Kevin
LFD Inc.

BigTex · 02-09-2007, 10:12 PM

Great general info on the GenIII motors: http://www.ls1tech.com

Truck side to LS1Tech: http://www.performancetrucks.net

Good info about the TBSS here: http://trailblazerss.com/

02-08-2007, 08:32 PM	#1
Rokcrln Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Winters Ca. 95694 Posts: 4,843	Wifes new "Mini Van" LOL Well the reason for project "LFD's Low buck truck build" is so I can sell my 99PS and the wifes 04 Cooper S and help pay for this, her new Mini Van She hate me calling it that but if more mini vans were like this we would all have them. It is an 07 TrailBlazer SS with the 395hp/400ft 6.0 small block that is based on the new vett motor. This thing is increadable. Here are a few pics. Sorry but it is pouring out so I will get more later. Kevin LFD Inc. Attached Images

02-08-2007, 08:43 PM	#2
texanidiot25 Eat My Rust Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Cypress, Texas Posts: 3,362	Re: Wifes new "Mini Van" LOL Its notta mini van, its a SUV of DOOM! The SS TrailBlazers are so clean looking. Is it the 2wd, or awd?

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projectking Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Orland Park Il Posts: 2,041	Re: Wifes new "Mini Van" LOL very cool truck!! __________________ 68 GMC C3500 Longhorn DRW 67 Chevy C10 LWB 90 Mustang Gt 90 Mustang Notchback

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Troy-Built Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Perrysville Indiana Posts: 258	Re: Wifes new "Mini Van" LOL Those are just down right awesome. A friend of mine at work bought a white one about 6 months ago. Another one at work bought a silver 07 this week. __________________ 69 Chevelle SS 375/396 TKO 600 71 Suburban 3/4 4x4 402 5-speed (project) 68 chevy C10 shortbed 327 5-speed (project) 72 Blazer 4x4 400 4-speed (wifes project) Numerous 67-72 parts trucks

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texanidiot25 Eat My Rust Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Cypress, Texas Posts: 3,362	Re: Wifes new "Mini Van" LOL That color is amazing in the sunlight. Its a real deep, dark metallic red.

02-08-2007, 10:05 PM	#7
Rokcrln Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Winters Ca. 95694 Posts: 4,843	Re: Wifes new "Mini Van" LOL The only problem with it is that it makes our 67 SS 396 Chevelle feel real slow I know it is not a mini van but I like to push her buttons. I will be ordering the front 2" lowering springs for it in the next week or so and the rear is bagged with ride height sensors so all you need to do is re-adjust the setting for up to a 3" drop Kevin LFD Inc.

02-08-2007, 11:02 PM	#8
BigTex Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: DFW area Posts: 104	Re: Wifes new "Mini Van" LOL Good choice. I didn't like the trailblazers much until they came out with the SS LS2 option. That makes a very nice combo. Now, I'd have no problem driving one. This video came out when the C6 was new and before the TBSS was available. Sure got my blood flowing: http://www.frontiernet.net/~face440/Chevy_ballet.wmv __________________ Richard 1970 Chevy (growing pile of parts) 2003 Silverado SS

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agronomya Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Lubbock, TX Posts: 77	Re: Wifes new "Mini Van" LOL That thing is pretty sweet. I went with my fiance's father to look at a new Silverado and they had a silver one in the showroom right next to a new ZO6. I would have happily taken either one. AA __________________ They call me, "AA." 1969 Chevy LWB-SDPC 350, TH400, old farm truck http://s123.photobucket.com/albums/o299/agronomya/ 2006 Nissan Altima-For my 2000 miles a month

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02-09-2007, 01:17 AM	#14
jorgensensc Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Cypress, Tx Posts: 4,005	Re: Wifes new "Mini Van" LOL Welcome to the Family. We like to keep things discreet around here since no one knows what they are!! Enjoy. We have had ours for almost 1 year and almost 20k miles. No problems yet.... We will have a supercharger just as soon as the factory warranty is over.... Congrats! Shawn __________________ 1972 C20 Suburban- Big Blue Betty '56 Chevy Bel Air Sedan- Frame up Restoration -What would you attempt to achieve if you knew you could not fail?- -I Refuse To Tiptoe Through Life, Only To Arrive Safely At Death's Door- R.I.P. EAST SIDE LOW LIFE

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BigTex Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: DFW area Posts: 104	Re: Wifes new "Mini Van" LOL Great general info on the GenIII motors: http://www.ls1tech.com Truck side to LS1Tech: http://www.performancetrucks.net Good info about the TBSS here: http://trailblazerss.com/ __________________ Richard 1970 Chevy (growing pile of parts) 2003 Silverado SS

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