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72BlazerWA · 11-19-2007, 08:35 PM

any ideas on where to get or buy a reciever hitch for my 72? I have been looking around and can only find hidden hitches that say they fit the trucks..I dont want a hidden hitch...any ideas? thanks![IMG]

Jtrux · 11-19-2007, 08:37 PM

They had some dealer installed ones around but good luck finding one, you're better off making one.

billyjo · 11-19-2007, 10:53 PM

I've got a hidden hitch on mine (I saw you didn't want one) what they don't tell you in the ad is that you have to take the extra bracket that 4wd drives have that support the rear spring perch. I removed mine and then drilled the hitch, bored out a piece of screw stock the correct length and got a longer bolt to tie the whole assembly in. Turned out very clean.

Bill

70 Suburban · 11-19-2007, 10:55 PM

hmm i have the stock one.. it even fits with the stock skid plate. its worth the hunt if you can get one

72BlazerWA · 11-19-2007, 11:21 PM

Billyjo and 70 suburban...can u take pics and post em here so I can see what they look like? thanks!

Mike C · 11-20-2007, 09:58 AM

Stock Receiver Hitch? Not that I am aware of.

As noted, the '72 frames are different. I had a "universal" hitch installed on mine by a hitch shop in '89. The brackets are made and are 2 1/2" so that the 2" cross bar with the receiver on it it can slide on them. It allows for any width, then holes are drilled in the frame to mount it. He also welded an additional 1/2" by 1 1/2" brace from the side of the hitch brackets to the side of the frame.

The easiest thing to do is get a step bumper and bolt a receiver to it. Or just deal with the Hidden Hitch. I have a '72 Burb receiver hitch, any idea if the frames are the same? I'll try and use it on the new-to-me wrecked '72 Jimmy I just picked up if they are!

badpeanut · 11-20-2007, 07:02 PM

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Originally Posted by billyjo

I've got a hidden hitch on mine (I saw you didn't want one) what they don't tell you in the ad is that you have to take the extra bracket that 4wd drives have that support the rear spring perch. I removed mine and then drilled the hitch, bored out a piece of screw stock the correct length and got a longer bolt to tie the whole assembly in. Turned out very clean.

Did you have to remove the gas tank to get access to bolt the hitch on?

Would it work with the factory gas tank skid plate?

Would it still work with the shorter '69-'71 Blazer frame?

Critter · 11-20-2007, 08:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Jtrux

They had some dealer installed ones around but good luck finding one, you're better off making one.

Jtrux, what is the one that you have?

Jtrux · 11-20-2007, 08:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Critter

Jtrux, what is the one that you have?

Mine was made by a previous owner. It's coming off eventually so maybe someone will want it. I never plan on pulling anything so I don't need it.

**raggedjim** · 11-21-2007, 10:39 AM

Here's some pics of the one I pulled off my 1970 Blazer.

Hope they help, Rg

1969K10 · 11-21-2007, 11:01 AM

I had a Hidden Hitch on my 72 C10. I never had a problem with it, and it's not really hidden, just more of a name. FWIW, the hitch is now on my '69 4X4, with no problems.

mister.freeze · 11-21-2007, 04:56 PM

If you build it, it wil fit...

LUV2XCLR8 · 11-21-2007, 05:07 PM

ECE makes one, not sure how it fits, or if it's a hidden unit or not hidden

72BlazerWA · 11-21-2007, 10:01 PM

mr freeze, all I have to say is 'wow' thats a pretty intense rear bumper..ragged jim, thanks for the pix!

**too much stuff** · 11-21-2007, 10:42 PM

On my 70 1/2 ton, i used a reciever from a 73 blazer that fit quite nicely. The reciever is right below the lic. plate with a sport bumper.

Jtrux · 11-21-2007, 10:47 PM

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Originally Posted by mister.freeze

If you build it, it wil fit...

Holy cow

billyjo · 11-21-2007, 11:18 PM

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Originally Posted by 72BlazerWA

Billyjo and 70 suburban...can u take pics and post em here so I can see what they look like? thanks!

I'll try to get some pics of it tomorrow if it stops raining and I get home before dark. Mine is the ECE one and you can't see it from the back or sides, the stinger comes out where the license plate is. The plate is on a bracket that allows it to fold down. If you needed a big drop stinger you'd have to flip the bracket over, which I will have to do when I get some time.

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Originally Posted by badpeanut

Did you have to remove the gas tank to get access to bolt the hitch on?

I didn't have to remove the tank but getting to the nuts wasn't easy, but with patients it can be done.

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Originally Posted by badpeanut

Would it work with the factory gas tank skid plate?

I don't think so, I didn't try to put mine back on yet. I think for it to work you would have to sandwich the skid plate between the hitch and the frame. Even if you did this I can't say, I do plan later trying to make mine work

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Originally Posted by badpeanut

Would it still work with the shorter '69-'71 Blazer frame?

I can't answer that one, maybe someone else can.

bouncytruck · 11-22-2007, 12:58 AM

I've got an old Valley receiver on mine. I'll see if I have any pictures on my work computer tomorrow.

NTR72GMC · 11-22-2007, 06:05 PM

I Think Mine Is Home Made But It Works Well. It Takes Place Of The Center Bumper Brackets And It Looks Factory

69TowRig · 11-23-2007, 10:10 AM

I searched for a long time and ECE is the only company currently making one for 69-72 K5s. I put one on mine late last year but have yet to use it. Yes it is "hidden", almost completely concealed by the bumper and license plate.

70 Suburban · 11-23-2007, 11:59 AM

nice If it will clear the skid plate im game for one of these

AJs72K5 · 11-23-2007, 12:53 PM

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Originally Posted by 70 Suburban

nice If it will clear the skid plate im game for one of these

Mine looks very similar and mounts just like raggedjim's and is sitting on the floor of my garage. PM me if you're interested in it. I don't intend to put it back on. It was on the truck when I got it. Cleared the gas tank skidplate with no issues.

jaros44sr · 11-23-2007, 01:15 PM

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Originally Posted by 69TowRig

I searched for a long time and ECE is the only company currently making one for 69-72 K5s. I put one on mine late last year but have yet to use it. Yes it is "hidden", almost completely concealed by the bumper and license plate.

That's about what I'm looking for, between that and the drawtite, I should make something work. I found a free one in Up State NY.

Towrig, Do you have any pics of your exhaust? I like the way it exits. I don't know how it bends around the gas tank

69TowRig · 11-23-2007, 01:52 PM

jaros, it is the aluminized system from LMC. I will send you a PM with additional info.

*mikels* · 02-28-2008, 09:52 PM

I had one made by U-HAUL custom.If you need I'll send picture. I did talk to two different U-Haul. Found part #UHI75914 COST $149.95

11-19-2007, 08:35 PM	#1
72BlazerWA Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Friday Harbor Posts: 113	Reciever hitch for a 72 blazer? anyone? any ideas on where to get or buy a reciever hitch for my 72? I have been looking around and can only find hidden hitches that say they fit the trucks..I dont want a hidden hitch...any ideas? thanks![IMG]

11-19-2007, 08:37 PM	#2
Jtrux I'm a poor spectator Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: San Antonio, Tx Posts: 2,287	Re: Reciever hitch for a 72 blazer? anyone? They had some dealer installed ones around but good luck finding one, you're better off making one. __________________ 2006 Jeep Unlimited IMPACT ORANGE 1993 Chevy 2500 4x4 ExCab LWB 454/NV4500 Tow rig 1977 Ford F100 2x4 LWB 1st truck I owned, still have it!!! 1979 Ford F150 4x4 SWB Built Ford Tough!!! 1971 Chevy Blazer 350 / SM465 / NP205 UNDER CONSTRUCTION Soon to have a LQ4 6.0!!!

11-19-2007, 10:53 PM	#3
billyjo Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Vancouver, WA Posts: 95	Re: Reciever hitch for a 72 blazer? anyone? I've got a hidden hitch on mine (I saw you didn't want one) what they don't tell you in the ad is that you have to take the extra bracket that 4wd drives have that support the rear spring perch. I removed mine and then drilled the hitch, bored out a piece of screw stock the correct length and got a longer bolt to tie the whole assembly in. Turned out very clean. Bill __________________ 1972 K/5 4x4, Radixed LS1 6.0, 428HP/445TQ, Lingenfelter GT2-3 cam, WCCH 90mm J-Tube, LS2 90mm TB, Stainless Works Headers, NV4500, 4.56 gears, Detroit Lockers, 14 bolt FF, Dana 60, 4 wheel disk Hydro Brakes, dual electric fans, Autometer guages, 4" lift, Zero Rates, Weld Evo Velocity XT8 wheels, 35x12.5x17 Super Swamper SSR's..... http://s72.photobucket.com/albums/i1...tos/?start=all

11-19-2007, 10:55 PM	#4
70 Suburban Rods Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Bryan, TX Posts: 1,398	Re: Reciever hitch for a 72 blazer? anyone? hmm i have the stock one.. it even fits with the stock skid plate. its worth the hunt if you can get one

11-19-2007, 11:21 PM	#5
72BlazerWA Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Friday Harbor Posts: 113	Re: Reciever hitch for a 72 blazer? anyone? Billyjo and 70 suburban...can u take pics and post em here so I can see what they look like? thanks!

11-20-2007, 09:58 AM	#6
Mike C Registered User Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Austin, TX, USA Posts: 7,715	Re: Reciever hitch for a 72 blazer? anyone? Stock Receiver Hitch? Not that I am aware of. As noted, the '72 frames are different. I had a "universal" hitch installed on mine by a hitch shop in '89. The brackets are made and are 2 1/2" so that the 2" cross bar with the receiver on it it can slide on them. It allows for any width, then holes are drilled in the frame to mount it. He also welded an additional 1/2" by 1 1/2" brace from the side of the hitch brackets to the side of the frame. The easiest thing to do is get a step bumper and bolt a receiver to it. Or just deal with the Hidden Hitch. I have a '72 Burb receiver hitch, any idea if the frames are the same? I'll try and use it on the new-to-me wrecked '72 Jimmy I just picked up if they are! __________________ 44 Willys MB 52 M38A1 64 Corvette Coupe 68 Camaro 'vert LT1 & TH700 69 Z/28 355 12.6's @110 69 Chevy Short Step 4 1/2"/7" drop 72 Jimmy 4WD 4spd 4" & 35's 02 GMC 2500HD 4x4 Duramax

11-21-2007, 10:39 AM	#10
raggedjim Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Murray, Kentucky Posts: 3,457	Re: Reciever hitch for a 72 blazer? anyone? Here's some pics of the one I pulled off my 1970 Blazer. Hope they help, Rg Attached Images __________________ Roger '68 Short step - https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=849675 '69 ('70?) 2wd Blazer '70 GMC Jimmy 2wd '73 Firebird - https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=853203

11-21-2007, 11:01 AM	#11
1969K10 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Clarks Hill, Indiana Posts: 733	Re: Reciever hitch for a 72 blazer? anyone? I had a Hidden Hitch on my 72 C10. I never had a problem with it, and it's not really hidden, just more of a name. FWIW, the hitch is now on my '69 4X4, with no problems. __________________ 1969 K10 - V8, 465, 205, 12 bolt, D44 2002-current 1969 K20 - V8, 465, 221, Eaton, D44 2012-current Nothin' but drums on all 4 corners! past horses in the stable 72 C10-short step (97-02), 68 C10-long fleet (06-12)

11-21-2007, 04:56 PM	#12
mister.freeze Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 734	Re: Reciever hitch for a 72 blazer? anyone? If you build it, it wil fit... Attached Images __________________ '72 K5, known as 'the Fox.'

11-21-2007, 05:07 PM	#13
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,475	Re: Reciever hitch for a 72 blazer? anyone? ECE makes one, not sure how it fits, or if it's a hidden unit or not hidden __________________ 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

11-21-2007, 10:01 PM	#14
72BlazerWA Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Friday Harbor Posts: 113	Re: Reciever hitch for a 72 blazer? anyone? mr freeze, all I have to say is 'wow' thats a pretty intense rear bumper..ragged jim, thanks for the pix!

11-21-2007, 10:42 PM	#15
too much stuff Roadtrip! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Grand Rapids MN Posts: 13,715	Re: Reciever hitch for a 72 blazer? anyone? On my 70 1/2 ton, i used a reciever from a 73 blazer that fit quite nicely. The reciever is right below the lic. plate with a sport bumper. __________________ 67 gmc custom lwb dakota truck. Sold...And bought back 69 swb 4x4 project (in progress) 70 c-10 lwb texas truck 70 4x4/BB/bkts/posi/tach(retired) 70 swb (wifes) 70 jimmy camper 71 K-5 factory 2wd 71 cheyenne 4x4/tach/posi/ plow rig 71 Cheyenne20 BB, buckets, tach, tilt, 4 speed 72 jimmy CST wyoming rig 72 jimmy Colorado rig 72 lifted texas 4x4 3/4 ton burb 65 fury conv. 383/auto 65 chrysler 300 "L" 413 auto

11-22-2007, 12:58 AM	#18
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,049	Re: Reciever hitch for a 72 blazer? anyone? I've got an old Valley receiver on mine. I'll see if I have any pictures on my work computer tomorrow. __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

11-22-2007, 06:05 PM	#19
NTR72GMC 2wd FTW!!!! Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: SLC UTAH Posts: 673	Re: Reciever hitch for a 72 blazer? anyone? I Think Mine Is Home Made But It Works Well. It Takes Place Of The Center Bumper Brackets And It Looks Factory Attached Images

11-23-2007, 10:10 AM	#20
69TowRig Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 894	Re: Reciever hitch for a 72 blazer? anyone? I searched for a long time and ECE is the only company currently making one for 69-72 K5s. I put one on mine late last year but have yet to use it. Yes it is "hidden", almost completely concealed by the bumper and license plate. __________________ -Chris Building a stripper, one part at a time: 1969 K5, 307, 3spd, 3 seats, hard top. Added Pwr Discs, Pwr Steering, Aux Battery, T-case Skid, Lighted Sidemarkers, HEI, Lock-Right Diff, ECE Class IV Hitch, 32" MT/Rs. Parts to Install: Hand Throttle, Console, Tow Hooks, Dual Horns, AM-FM, Dealer Swing-Away Tire Carrier, Gas Tank Skid. Also building a 1950 Willys CJ-3A and off-roading a 2001 Nissan Frontier on 1-Ton Portals...



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11-23-2007, 11:59 AM	#21
70 Suburban Rods Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Bryan, TX Posts: 1,398	Re: Reciever hitch for a 72 blazer? anyone? nice If it will clear the skid plate im game for one of these

11-23-2007, 01:52 PM	#24
69TowRig Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 894	Re: Reciever hitch for a 72 blazer? anyone? jaros, it is the aluminized system from LMC. I will send you a PM with additional info.

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