Here's a silly idea...make my 72 suburban a 2 door? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

sk6strng · 02-01-2010, 03:45 PM

My Truck is very cool but the body's much straighter on the driver's side. I'm sure I'm not really serious about it but has anyone ever made one of these into a two-door vehicle?

capev86 · 02-01-2010, 08:04 PM

ummm.....it is called a blazer.

the blazer and suburban are awesome looking 'cause they have the nice long rear windows. the tahoe is the bastard child with the rear doors crammed in and the back side windows shortened so it looks like the whole truck got slammed in the back end.

sk6strng · 02-01-2010, 08:50 PM

I think there's about 2 1/2 feet and one whole seat of difference though.

olblue60@aol.com · 02-01-2010, 10:53 PM

Hey Cape,
I'm not following you on the Tahoe thing. I thought we were talking two doors?

capev86 · 02-03-2010, 07:08 PM

my bad......i thought you were thinking about shortening it. yeah.....a 2 door burb would look awesome, but be completely impractical unless you used it like a panel truck with windows. all burbs from 1935 to 66 were 2 door and they look awesome as 2 doors, its just really tough getting in the back. i've seen picks of 1 ton early 50's panel trucks with the extended wheelbase (as long as a more modern sized burb) and i want one....some day!

sk6strng · 02-03-2010, 08:26 PM

Well it's a silly idea that I'm sure I wont do.....anyway it's my kids' problem getting in the back and they're young so whatever.

kev2809 · 02-13-2010, 12:44 PM

lol, let them deal with it huh. it would be hard getting back there, what would make it easier is 2 rows of bucket seats so they can at least walk in between them to get to the back. i would be worried about flexing if you just weld the door shut in that area, figuring that out is gonna be your biggest task. maybe you can some how chop the 4th door area (driver side) of another suburban and maybe flip it and use it as a skin to cover up the 3rd door, i would just try something other than welding in the door shut. maybe....

72freak · 02-13-2010, 01:56 PM

Just buy yourself a panel!

Frizzle Fry · 02-18-2010, 08:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by capev86

ummm.....it is called a blazer.

the blazer and suburban are awesome looking 'cause they have the nice long rear windows. the tahoe is the bastard child with the rear doors crammed in and the back side windows shortened so it looks like the whole truck got slammed in the back end.

ummm.....it's not called a Blazer. Blazers have a 104" wheelbase while the burbs are 127" not to mention the difference in rear overhang... It would be more like a panel with windows as mentioned.

As for the Tahoes, yeah what a cupla bastard children...

capev86 · 02-19-2010, 06:41 PM

yes....they have different wheelbases. but the burb and blazer rear quarter window and body is very similar (other than wheel placement). just the burb has an extra row added in. i figure if the difference between the burb and tahoe is only about 18 inches, i'd rather have the more balanced looks of the burb where the space between the rear doors to the wheel wells is about the same as the front and it has the long windows and cargo space behind the third row seat whereas the 4 door tahoes lines have always looked cramped. some people feel the burb is too long, but for me, 18 inches doesn't make any difference when it comes to parking. seeing (one) vintage style tahoe is interesting, but i'll never want one.....i'm a suburban purist. i'll just get a blazer when i need a short wheelbase.

Rokcrln · 02-19-2010, 08:45 PM

Like my Mom always said "If you can do it, do it and if you can't then talk about why you don't want it to begin with"

To each his own!

Kevin
LFD Inc.

Yep red headed step kids all the way

budnikguy · 02-26-2010, 08:24 PM

not mine......but is this what you are thinking of?!

from this to this:

to this (2 door)

love my 72 · 10-21-2010, 01:06 PM

O wow Im really loving this ^^^^^^^ one! any are there any other picks of it?

extremesounds13 · 10-22-2010, 12:21 AM

That two door burb kinda looks cool, I do love those tahoe's though!

swissfacade · 01-06-2011, 11:51 PM

Hey Budnikguy
What type of taillights are you using, year also. Thanks

budnikguy · 01-07-2011, 11:10 AM

It is not mine, but, the taillights are from a Chevy Avalanche.

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Originally Posted by swissfacade

Hey Budnikguy
What type of taillights are you using, year also. Thanks

1sik7t2 · 01-17-2011, 09:11 PM

i love all these ideas and all the these old burbs,but personally,i would NEVER change my 3 door.....EVER it's a VERY UNIQUE look, lots of people don't even relise it's a 3 door until they really look hard....THATS THE BEST PART, BLOWS THEY'RE MINDS......look down the drivers side,at that HUGE, SINGLE body panel......u'll see that no where else...period... STAY 3 DOOR FOREVER, just my opinion

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rokcrln

Like my Mom always said "If you can do it, do it and if you can't then talk about why you don't want it to begin with"

To each his own!

Kevin
LFD Inc.

Yep red headed step kids all the way

kev2809 · 01-17-2011, 09:36 PM

^^^ i totally agree. ive already had people ask me why i welded up the door, and seen them reach for the handle lol

but i do love the ones posted above...

Rumble · 08-26-2011, 02:24 PM

As for that shortened sub......I WANT ONE, I WANT ONE ! THAT THING IS SIK !

i would even be happy just havin some excess behind the back tire cut off.

that 2 door sub is cool too

jmedero · 08-26-2011, 10:48 PM

You guys have to delete this thread before I do something stupid..... I think I hear the soft hummm of a sawzall.... Lol

Frizz and rock you guys inspire me. Lol
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YBNORML · 08-27-2011, 10:52 AM

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bouncytruck · 08-27-2011, 11:23 AM

The craftsmanship that Friz and Rock have is amazing to me. I totally dig the look of the burb-hoe.

When are you guys going to finish those things?

That 2 door is nice too, but it looks like a Blazer without the option of removing the top.

02-01-2010, 03:45 PM	#1
sk6strng Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: los angeles, ca Posts: 13	Here's a silly idea...make my 72 suburban a 2 door? My Truck is very cool but the body's much straighter on the driver's side. I'm sure I'm not really serious about it but has anyone ever made one of these into a two-door vehicle?

02-01-2010, 08:04 PM	#2
capev86 Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Eliot, Maine Posts: 1,314	Re: Here's a silly idea...make my 72 suburban a 2 door? ummm.....it is called a blazer. the blazer and suburban are awesome looking 'cause they have the nice long rear windows. the tahoe is the bastard child with the rear doors crammed in and the back side windows shortened so it looks like the whole truck got slammed in the back end.

02-01-2010, 08:50 PM	#3
sk6strng Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: los angeles, ca Posts: 13	Re: Here's a silly idea...make my 72 suburban a 2 door? I think there's about 2 1/2 feet and one whole seat of difference though.

02-01-2010, 10:53 PM	#4
olblue60@aol.com member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Silver Spring Md.20901 Posts: 2,031	Re: Here's a silly idea...make my 72 suburban a 2 door? Hey Cape, I'm not following you on the Tahoe thing. I thought we were talking two doors? __________________ 1967 C/K10 Chevy Panel 1968 C/K20 Chevy Pickup 1968 C/K10 Chevy Suburban 1941 Chevy Sedan Delivery 1960 Chevy Sedan Delivery 1972 Camaro SS 396 #s matching 1971 Harley FX Superglide

02-03-2010, 07:08 PM	#5
capev86 Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Eliot, Maine Posts: 1,314	Re: Here's a silly idea...make my 72 suburban a 2 door? my bad......i thought you were thinking about shortening it. yeah.....a 2 door burb would look awesome, but be completely impractical unless you used it like a panel truck with windows. all burbs from 1935 to 66 were 2 door and they look awesome as 2 doors, its just really tough getting in the back. i've seen picks of 1 ton early 50's panel trucks with the extended wheelbase (as long as a more modern sized burb) and i want one....some day!

02-03-2010, 08:26 PM	#6
sk6strng Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: los angeles, ca Posts: 13	Re: Here's a silly idea...make my 72 suburban a 2 door? Well it's a silly idea that I'm sure I wont do.....anyway it's my kids' problem getting in the back and they're young so whatever.

02-13-2010, 12:44 PM	#7
kev2809 low n' slo Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: rosenberg, texas Posts: 5,178	Re: Here's a silly idea...make my 72 suburban a 2 door? lol, let them deal with it huh. it would be hard getting back there, what would make it easier is 2 rows of bucket seats so they can at least walk in between them to get to the back. i would be worried about flexing if you just weld the door shut in that area, figuring that out is gonna be your biggest task. maybe you can some how chop the 4th door area (driver side) of another suburban and maybe flip it and use it as a skin to cover up the 3rd door, i would just try something other than welding in the door shut. maybe.... __________________ 67 1/2 ton Suburban - Project DRGNWGN. Build thread -_--_--_ _________ _--_-_ -/____\|__\|__\__ ,.,,,.,.,,.,\|_O _______ O_]

02-13-2010, 01:56 PM	#8
72freak Rottenwood Garage Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Marietta, Georgia Posts: 4,321	Re: Here's a silly idea...make my 72 suburban a 2 door? Just buy yourself a panel! __________________ 2004 Chevrolet Suburban C1500 2001 Chevrolet 2500HD Crew 6.0 1999 Harley Davidson Electra Glide 1972 Chevrolet C-20 Custom Camper "Dump Truck" 1972 Chevrolet C-20 Suburban "Big Green" 1969 Chevrolet C-50 Wedge Hauler "Leonidis" 1966 C-10 2x4 short fleet 327 4 speed "Race Truck" 1952 Plymouth Cranbrook "Rican" (my grandfathers) 1931 Ford Model A Coupe "Black Beauty" 1930 Ford Model A truck "Club Cab" 4x4 Rottenwood Garage and Speed Shop.....where everything must be racy! *It's not just a hobby..It's a LIFESTYLE!!!* Thanks for nothing Barrett-Jackson You cant fix stupid or teach accountability! Time wasters, looky Lous and tire kickers are everywhere!

02-19-2010, 06:41 PM	#10
capev86 Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Eliot, Maine Posts: 1,314	Re: Here's a silly idea...make my 72 suburban a 2 door? yes....they have different wheelbases. but the burb and blazer rear quarter window and body is very similar (other than wheel placement). just the burb has an extra row added in. i figure if the difference between the burb and tahoe is only about 18 inches, i'd rather have the more balanced looks of the burb where the space between the rear doors to the wheel wells is about the same as the front and it has the long windows and cargo space behind the third row seat whereas the 4 door tahoes lines have always looked cramped. some people feel the burb is too long, but for me, 18 inches doesn't make any difference when it comes to parking. seeing (one) vintage style tahoe is interesting, but i'll never want one.....i'm a suburban purist. i'll just get a blazer when i need a short wheelbase.

02-19-2010, 08:45 PM	#11
Rokcrln Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Winters Ca. 95694 Posts: 4,843	Re: Here's a silly idea...make my 72 suburban a 2 door? Like my Mom always said "If you can do it, do it and if you can't then talk about why you don't want it to begin with" To each his own! Kevin LFD Inc. Yep red headed step kids all the way Attached Images Last edited by Rokcrln; 02-19-2010 at 08:50 PM.

02-26-2010, 08:24 PM	#12
budnikguy Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Riverside, CA Posts: 4,316	Re: Here's a silly idea...make my 72 suburban a 2 door? not mine......but is this what you are thinking of?! from this to this: to this (2 door)

10-21-2010, 01:06 PM	#13
love my 72 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2000 Location: East Bay,CA Posts: 298	Re: Here's a silly idea...make my 72 suburban a 2 door? O wow Im really loving this ^^^^^^^ one! any are there any other picks of it? __________________ 51 Chevy 3100 Deluxe Cab(SOLD) 65 **stang 6cyl 70 C10 Long Bed Fleetside(1st truck,thanks Dad![SOLD]) 72 C10 Short Bed Fleetside 73 Blazer 2WD Catalina Blue White Top(Needs Love) 73 Blazer 2WD Work in progress LT1/4L60E 83 Grand National (SOLD) 94 Blazer K1500 Silverado (SOLD) 96 Impala SS All original (NEXT IN LINE 2 B SOLD) 99 Tahoe 2DR, 2WD

10-22-2010, 12:21 AM	#14
extremesounds13 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Idaho Falls Idaho Posts: 131	Re: Here's a silly idea...make my 72 suburban a 2 door? That two door burb kinda looks cool, I do love those tahoe's though!

01-06-2011, 11:51 PM	#15
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01-17-2011, 09:36 PM	#18
kev2809 low n' slo Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: rosenberg, texas Posts: 5,178	Re: Here's a silly idea...make my 72 suburban a 2 door? ^^^ i totally agree. ive already had people ask me why i welded up the door, and seen them reach for the handle lol but i do love the ones posted above... __________________ 67 1/2 ton Suburban - Project DRGNWGN. Build thread -_--_--_ _________ _--_-_ -/____\|__\|__\__ ,.,,,.,.,,.,\|_O _______ O_]



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08-26-2011, 02:24 PM	#19
Rumble Registered User Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: temecula, ca Posts: 29	Re: Here's a silly idea...make my 72 suburban a 2 door? As for that shortened sub......I WANT ONE, I WANT ONE ! THAT THING IS SIK ! i would even be happy just havin some excess behind the back tire cut off. that 2 door sub is cool too

08-26-2011, 10:48 PM	#20
jmedero Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: pensacola fl Posts: 3,073	Re: Here's a silly idea...make my 72 suburban a 2 door? You guys have to delete this thread before I do something stupid..... I think I hear the soft hummm of a sawzall.... Lol Frizz and rock you guys inspire me. Lol Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 68 BB burb build thread Scott's super slam front/rear http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=378084

08-27-2011, 10:52 AM	#21
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08-27-2011, 11:23 AM	#22
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