72 Jimmy to Blazer conversion - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

bama51 · 06-28-2007, 11:21 PM

I have a 72 Jimmy, but I want a 72 Blazer. Other than the fenders, grille and headlights, how much more is involved in this conversion?

**Classic Heartbeat** · 06-28-2007, 11:26 PM

Radiator core support, front bumper, bumper brackets if you go with 71-72 front bumper, fender emblems, and horn cap.....lol WES

OH, and weld up the holes in the hood when you remove the GMC letters.

1969k10stepside · 06-28-2007, 11:27 PM

Core support,bumper,brackets for bumper too (?),and fender emblems
Dang you Wes! You beat me too the reply button

**Classic Heartbeat** · 06-28-2007, 11:32 PM

And I type the point and poke method!!!

WES

bama51 · 06-28-2007, 11:32 PM

Thanks for the quick replies. I've already ordered bumper, fenders, grille. Didn't know about the bumper brackets. How are the grille supports connected to the radiator core support?

1969k10stepside · 06-28-2007, 11:34 PM

Depending on the grill you use you will need different brackets.You want 72 style chevy grill,right? Then different brackets are in order.71-72 style chevy front bumper brackets are different than 67-70 chevy and 67-72 (I think) GMCs.Tailgate too,or get trim covering the GMC up.

Oh,and Wes,I started off typing and got disctracted on ebay by some 67-72 GM rear tow hooks (as they claim)..then when I finished I seen you replied..

**Classic Heartbeat** · 06-28-2007, 11:34 PM

Thats what I forgot, the hood support and grill support. You haven't told us what year you want to change it to. WES

bama51 · 06-28-2007, 11:37 PM

changing 72 jimmy to 72 blazer.

**Classic Heartbeat** · 06-28-2007, 11:38 PM

1967 to 1970 Chevy Bumper brackets are the same as 1967-1972 GMC. The 1971 and 1972 Chevy's are different. WES

**Classic Heartbeat** · 06-28-2007, 11:38 PM

You will need bumper brackets then too. (We have them) WES

LonghornJeff · 06-28-2007, 11:45 PM

I may have missed somthing but what about the tailgate?

**Classic Heartbeat** · 06-28-2007, 11:50 PM

Thats why we have so many members...lol Because we all miss something now and again.. Good Call. WES
By the way this was a GMC in it's former life..lol

krue · 06-29-2007, 09:07 AM

What's the matter with the GMC front end?

Chris27 · 06-29-2007, 09:34 AM

Don't forget the glovebox door emblem. My 72' K5 said "CHEVROLET CST" I assume the GMC's would be different.

Fenny · 06-29-2007, 11:27 AM

I would trade you my blazer front end and tailgate for your jimmy stuff. Too bad you are so far away.

Musclerodz · 06-29-2007, 12:05 PM

Front light harness.

Mike

**Classic Heartbeat** · 06-29-2007, 12:23 PM

Forgot that one too..lol WES

LUV2XCLR8 · 07-01-2007, 07:09 AM

GMC's Luv nose jobs

EFI70Blazer · 07-01-2007, 06:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Musclerodz

Front light harness.

Mike

The light harness is very easily changed though. Just take off the second set of pigtails for the headlights.

krue · 07-01-2007, 11:49 PM

Please keep buying/selling on the Parts board.

ClassicJimmy · 07-02-2007, 12:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by krue

What's the matter with the GMC front end?

I agree! I kinda scratch my head & wonder if someone wanted a Blazer/Chev, why didn't they buy a Blazer/Chev? It makes me sad to think that there will be one less Jimmy out there - all though - the value of mine just went up!

I bought the Jimmy because it was a Jimmy. Hopefully someone can use the Jimmy parts you plan on replacing. Good luck!

NTR72GMC · 07-02-2007, 02:24 PM

Im starting to think I have one of the rare blazer to jimmy conversions

jcfoote60 · 07-02-2007, 08:23 PM

No, it's about what everyone likes......I am evening the score. You are changing the front clip from Jimmy to Blazer....I am going the opposite way. I have a registered 69 Blazer getting a face lift to a 71-72 Jimmy.

JC

70gmcjimmy · 07-02-2007, 09:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ClassicJimmy

I agree! I kinda scratch my head & wonder if someone wanted a Blazer/Chev, why didn't they buy a Blazer/Chev? It makes me sad to think that there will be one less Jimmy out there - all though - the value of mine just went up!

I bought the Jimmy because it was a Jimmy. Hopefully someone can use the Jimmy parts you plan on replacing. Good luck!

I asked that question once and got flamed, but still agree!

Quote:

Originally Posted by NTR72GMC

Im starting to think I have one of the rare blazer to jimmy conversions

Quote:

Originally Posted by jcfoote60

No, it's about what everyone likes......I am evening the score. You are changing the front clip from Jimmy to Blazer....I am going the opposite way. I have a registered 69 Blazer getting a face lift to a 71-72 Jimmy. JC

LOL yah guys, that is an unheard of conversion!

Seems like most put a 67-68 Chevy front end on em, and Bama51 is going with a 72 Chevy, so that at least is a different conversion altho they were actually produced.
I don't get upset like I used to over this, and to each his own. I just think If you take away the identity of what it used to be, it should be called what it now is! What it says on the title means nothing after conversion in my opinion. It is just a matter of what each person enjoys!

Have fun with your soon to be Blazer, Bama51

Later---DAC

bama51 · 07-03-2007, 07:51 AM

Thanks, everyone for the input. FYI, the reason I'm changing is that I have been searching for a reasonably priced 2wd 72 blazer, because that's the model I have always liked. In my area, there are very few 2wd blazers out there, and those who have them, are very proud of them ($$$$$). I found the Jimmy for a decent price, and it is original 2wd with front discs, so I thought, "Hey, I'll just change it over". Hope this doesn't offend any Jimmy guys too much, buts it is about personal preferences.

06-28-2007, 11:21 PM	#1
bama51 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Madison, AL Posts: 140	72 Jimmy to Blazer conversion I have a 72 Jimmy, but I want a 72 Blazer. Other than the fenders, grille and headlights, how much more is involved in this conversion?

06-28-2007, 11:26 PM	#2
Classic Heartbeat Project Junkie! Fishing Poor!! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Olympia,Wa. 98512 Posts: 10,770	Re: 72 Jimmy to Blazer conversion Radiator core support, front bumper, bumper brackets if you go with 71-72 front bumper, fender emblems, and horn cap.....lol WES OH, and weld up the holes in the hood when you remove the GMC letters. __________________ On-line catolog Classic Heartbeat Pickup Parts WEHEPP@comcast.net Call us Toll Free (888) 338-2502 Like Us on Facebook No appointment necessary. 72 BB Chevy Custom Deluxe / Custom Camper 67 I-6 (Soon to be 5.7 LS1) Panel 68 BB Chevy Short Bed 72 6.0 LQ9 Short Bed Chevy 4X4 Olympia's fastest growing truck parts supplier. Olympia's home for Wayward Chevys Last edited by Classic Heartbeat; 06-28-2007 at 11:27 PM.

06-28-2007, 11:27 PM	#3
1969k10stepside Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: USA Posts: 21,020	Re: 72 Jimmy to Blazer conversion Core support,bumper,brackets for bumper too (?),and fender emblems Dang you Wes! You beat me too the reply button Last edited by 1969k10stepside; 06-28-2007 at 11:28 PM. Reason: Wes beat me..

06-28-2007, 11:32 PM	#4
Classic Heartbeat Project Junkie! Fishing Poor!! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Olympia,Wa. 98512 Posts: 10,770	Re: 72 Jimmy to Blazer conversion And I type the point and poke method!!! WES __________________ On-line catolog Classic Heartbeat Pickup Parts WEHEPP@comcast.net Call us Toll Free (888) 338-2502 Like Us on Facebook No appointment necessary. 72 BB Chevy Custom Deluxe / Custom Camper 67 I-6 (Soon to be 5.7 LS1) Panel 68 BB Chevy Short Bed 72 6.0 LQ9 Short Bed Chevy 4X4 Olympia's fastest growing truck parts supplier. Olympia's home for Wayward Chevys

06-28-2007, 11:32 PM	#5
bama51 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Madison, AL Posts: 140	Re: 72 Jimmy to Blazer conversion Thanks for the quick replies. I've already ordered bumper, fenders, grille. Didn't know about the bumper brackets. How are the grille supports connected to the radiator core support?

06-28-2007, 11:34 PM	#6
1969k10stepside Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: USA Posts: 21,020	Re: 72 Jimmy to Blazer conversion Depending on the grill you use you will need different brackets.You want 72 style chevy grill,right? Then different brackets are in order.71-72 style chevy front bumper brackets are different than 67-70 chevy and 67-72 (I think) GMCs.Tailgate too,or get trim covering the GMC up. Oh,and Wes,I started off typing and got disctracted on ebay by some 67-72 GM rear tow hooks (as they claim)..then when I finished I seen you replied.. Last edited by 1969k10stepside; 06-28-2007 at 11:48 PM. Reason: got distracted and spelled wrong..

06-28-2007, 11:37 PM	#8
bama51 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Madison, AL Posts: 140	Re: 72 Jimmy to Blazer conversion changing 72 jimmy to 72 blazer.

06-28-2007, 11:38 PM	#9
Classic Heartbeat Project Junkie! Fishing Poor!! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Olympia,Wa. 98512 Posts: 10,770	Re: 72 Jimmy to Blazer conversion 1967 to 1970 Chevy Bumper brackets are the same as 1967-1972 GMC. The 1971 and 1972 Chevy's are different. WES __________________ On-line catolog Classic Heartbeat Pickup Parts WEHEPP@comcast.net Call us Toll Free (888) 338-2502 Like Us on Facebook No appointment necessary. 72 BB Chevy Custom Deluxe / Custom Camper 67 I-6 (Soon to be 5.7 LS1) Panel 68 BB Chevy Short Bed 72 6.0 LQ9 Short Bed Chevy 4X4 Olympia's fastest growing truck parts supplier. Olympia's home for Wayward Chevys

06-28-2007, 11:38 PM	#10
Classic Heartbeat Project Junkie! Fishing Poor!! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Olympia,Wa. 98512 Posts: 10,770	Re: 72 Jimmy to Blazer conversion You will need bumper brackets then too. (We have them) WES __________________ On-line catolog Classic Heartbeat Pickup Parts WEHEPP@comcast.net Call us Toll Free (888) 338-2502 Like Us on Facebook No appointment necessary. 72 BB Chevy Custom Deluxe / Custom Camper 67 I-6 (Soon to be 5.7 LS1) Panel 68 BB Chevy Short Bed 72 6.0 LQ9 Short Bed Chevy 4X4 Olympia's fastest growing truck parts supplier. Olympia's home for Wayward Chevys

06-28-2007, 11:45 PM	#11
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06-28-2007, 11:50 PM	#12
Classic Heartbeat Project Junkie! Fishing Poor!! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Olympia,Wa. 98512 Posts: 10,770	Re: 72 Jimmy to Blazer conversion Thats why we have so many members...lol Because we all miss something now and again.. Good Call. WES By the way this was a GMC in it's former life..lol __________________ On-line catolog Classic Heartbeat Pickup Parts WEHEPP@comcast.net Call us Toll Free (888) 338-2502 Like Us on Facebook No appointment necessary. 72 BB Chevy Custom Deluxe / Custom Camper 67 I-6 (Soon to be 5.7 LS1) Panel 68 BB Chevy Short Bed 72 6.0 LQ9 Short Bed Chevy 4X4 Olympia's fastest growing truck parts supplier. Olympia's home for Wayward Chevys

06-29-2007, 09:07 AM	#13
krue Designated A-hole! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: South Mississippi Posts: 36,450	Re: 72 Jimmy to Blazer conversion What's the matter with the GMC front end? __________________ "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" Last edited by krue; 06-29-2007 at 09:07 AM.

06-29-2007, 09:34 AM	#14
Chris27 Blazerless Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Kelowna, BC, Canada Posts: 274	Re: 72 Jimmy to Blazer conversion Don't forget the glovebox door emblem. My 72' K5 said "CHEVROLET CST" I assume the GMC's would be different. __________________ 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.

06-29-2007, 11:27 AM	#15
Fenny Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Calgary AB Posts: 41	Re: 72 Jimmy to Blazer conversion I would trade you my blazer front end and tailgate for your jimmy stuff. Too bad you are so far away. __________________ 72 GMC 3/4 ton Custom Camper 5.3 ltr 4l60e 72 Chevy Blazer 4x4 327 4spd 70 Olds Cutlass supreme 455 4spd m21

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06-29-2007, 12:23 PM	#17
Classic Heartbeat Project Junkie! Fishing Poor!! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Olympia,Wa. 98512 Posts: 10,770	Re: 72 Jimmy to Blazer conversion Forgot that one too..lol WES __________________ On-line catolog Classic Heartbeat Pickup Parts WEHEPP@comcast.net Call us Toll Free (888) 338-2502 Like Us on Facebook No appointment necessary. 72 BB Chevy Custom Deluxe / Custom Camper 67 I-6 (Soon to be 5.7 LS1) Panel 68 BB Chevy Short Bed 72 6.0 LQ9 Short Bed Chevy 4X4 Olympia's fastest growing truck parts supplier. Olympia's home for Wayward Chevys

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07-01-2007, 11:49 PM	#20
krue Designated A-hole! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: South Mississippi Posts: 36,450	Re: 72 Jimmy to Blazer conversion Please keep buying/selling on the Parts board. __________________ "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"

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07-02-2007, 08:23 PM	#23
jcfoote60 Active Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Idaho Posts: 263	Re: 72 Jimmy to Blazer conversion No, it's about what everyone likes......I am evening the score. You are changing the front clip from Jimmy to Blazer....I am going the opposite way. I have a registered 69 Blazer getting a face lift to a 71-72 Jimmy. JC

07-03-2007, 07:51 AM	#25
bama51 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Madison, AL Posts: 140	Re: 72 Jimmy to Blazer conversion Thanks, everyone for the input. FYI, the reason I'm changing is that I have been searching for a reasonably priced 2wd 72 blazer, because that's the model I have always liked. In my area, there are very few 2wd blazers out there, and those who have them, are very proud of them ($$$$$). I found the Jimmy for a decent price, and it is original 2wd with front discs, so I thought, "Hey, I'll just change it over". Hope this doesn't offend any Jimmy guys too much, buts it is about personal preferences.

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