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*MJF* · 06-19-2003, 03:54 PM

I'm not completely set on getting rid of my truck, so if you try to find this post in a day or so & it's not here that means I changed my mind & deleted.

I am discovering that I'm a pretty lousy mechanic. I rebuilt my carb & it didn't work out very well for me so now the truck sits in the driveway. I could spend a few hundred & get a new carb, but this truck is trying my patience. I've pulled the carb, rebuilt it, reinstalled it, truck wouldn't run. I swapped the carb between this truck & my wife's truck & replace the fuel pump & then both trucks run great. So I swap the carbs back & my truck runs for two days & then starts spewing gas out the top of the carb which was the initial problem. I was tempted to light a match, but didn't.

ANyway, you've probably seen a few pics of my truck lately. I hate to type so I'm not going to try to give all the details unless someone asks. With a carb it runs but the motor is getting tired.
Specs:
350
Sm465/205
3/4 ton axles 4.10 gears
minimal rust in the normal spots
4" lift & 1" body lift
The truck was originally an auto with AC. Other than the suspension, this truck is right on the fence as to if it would be better to go back to all original or go more towards the performance/off road side.

Here's two pics. One before the roll cage was painted & one after but without the doors installed.

I would be interested in a few different trades. The things that come to mind right now are:
69-72 SWB 2 or 4 wheel drive truck. I could go for either runs excellent & bad paint or barely runs & near flawless paint but no rust.
a classic muscle car
a 1 ton 4X4. meaning must have a D60 front that I can steal for my next 4X4 project but drive for now.
others as well. just can't think of anything yet.

*MJF* · 06-19-2003, 04:05 PM

If you happen to have a trade for the truck that runs great but needs paint, I will throw in my extra SB400 & even the extra Th350 trans I have.

I should also mention that the hard top doesn't fit. The cage was made a little too wide. You could probably make some modifications with a dremel to get it to fit, but I don't know why anyone would want to put that echoing, rattling disaster back on when soft tops can be had.

68 Suburban · 06-19-2003, 04:47 PM

Does you truck have a point distributor? Three years ago I had the same symptoms and when I put an HEI in, it corrected what I thought was a carb/fuel problem. It seems the old distributor would adjust itself because it was worn out. Just a thought.

*MJF* · 06-19-2003, 04:51 PM

I already converted it to HEI. It made a big difference but then the carb crapped out on me.

LeRoy · 06-19-2003, 07:15 PM

Man, I dig that rollcage. Can you give any details on it? So what's the price tag?

*MJF* · 06-19-2003, 08:49 PM

Do you mean details on the truck or the cage? If you're asking for a price on the truck, I'm not sure. I hate to sell it outright because either I'll spend the money or my wife will take it & then I'll be stuck with no toy.

A couple days ago when it was still running, I started to get frustrated & put a for sale sign on it for $5000. My wife, who I thought hated the truck, went & took the sign off & said I shouldn't sell it & even went on to say she had been looking forward to taking a drive in it. I was completely floored.

My main problem is lack of patience. I get frustrated because I need to dump ~$3-4000 into the truck & it would be perfect for what I want out of it. I just don't have that kind of money to drop on it right now. I can only spare ~$100/month to put into the truck right now & then stupid crap like this carb keep breaking so it's hard to save towards some of the larger things I need for the truck.

LeRoy · 06-20-2003, 02:15 AM

I was wondering about the cage. I don't think ya atta sell your toy. Especially if the wife finally took some interest. Your home free. Live the dream, lol

BLAZIN'72 · 06-20-2003, 02:05 PM

I have a 72' swb 4x4. It does not have a motor in it right now. It has a 4" lift 35"bfg/mt on 15x10 alcoas. the interior is nice. It does have a trans/tranfer that were rebuilt and only have about 5k on them (350/205) I also have a 400/205 setup that I would be willing to throw in. You could pull the motor in your truck and keep it or I have a 74' 350 that I could put in but it also needs rebuilding. It needs paint and a little body work, but it is a original CA. truck so very little rust. I have some cash too so let me know if you are interested.

BLAZIN'72 · 06-20-2003, 02:06 PM

another!

BLAZIN'72 · 06-20-2003, 02:06 PM

Interior

BLAZIN'72 · 06-20-2003, 02:07 PM

another

jays68yak · 06-20-2003, 02:44 PM

BLAZIN'72

How much are you looking to get fro your truck?

*MJF* · 06-20-2003, 03:21 PM

I'm interested. I will pm you.

bouncytruck · 06-20-2003, 03:37 PM

What would be the difference between getting an old truck or keeping your blazer? Your going to have the same mechanical issues & problems with an older project truck. Are you just sick of looking at your Blazer? Personally, I think you have one of the nicer looking rigs on the board. I understand your frustrations with the mechanical. Not long after I bought my truck, the ignition went belly-up. I rebuilt the carb, change everything in the distributor (including the distributor) and finally discovered that it was the plug into the back of the ignition switch that was bad. After I changed that (first test drive around the block) my tranny blew out the sprag clutch. Now, my radiator has a hole & I'm still having tranny problems. That is the problem with old trucks & cars. You really gotta look at them as long-term projects and just be willing to tinker with them when you can. If I were you, I'd keep your Blazer.

*MJF* · 06-20-2003, 08:25 PM

I just wanted to add, woooohoooo the blazer is running again. I can't tell you what was wrong, it's top secret. Besides it'll let you know for sure how dumb I am.

chiphayes · 06-21-2003, 10:09 PM

cmon you can tell us,weve all overlooked the obvious before.thats how we learn.i once built a bad as 350 motor all aluminum,and runs awesome to date.but spent 3 months trying to get it to run,and i forgot about the nitro plate under the carb wasnt plugged off,found it at night when i saw the flash of fire shoot out,ruined a set of aluminum heads,ok now you can tell

*MJF* · 06-21-2003, 10:22 PM

Mine was stupid. I had the fuel pressure regulator in backwards. Doh. Switched it around & it ran.

bouncytruck · 06-23-2003, 12:06 PM

So, are you keeping it then?

06-19-2003, 03:54 PM	#1
MJF No longer truckless Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Campbell, CA Posts: 299	checking interest 70 K5 FS or trade I'm not completely set on getting rid of my truck, so if you try to find this post in a day or so & it's not here that means I changed my mind & deleted. I am discovering that I'm a pretty lousy mechanic. I rebuilt my carb & it didn't work out very well for me so now the truck sits in the driveway. I could spend a few hundred & get a new carb, but this truck is trying my patience. I've pulled the carb, rebuilt it, reinstalled it, truck wouldn't run. I swapped the carb between this truck & my wife's truck & replace the fuel pump & then both trucks run great. So I swap the carbs back & my truck runs for two days & then starts spewing gas out the top of the carb which was the initial problem. I was tempted to light a match, but didn't. ANyway, you've probably seen a few pics of my truck lately. I hate to type so I'm not going to try to give all the details unless someone asks. With a carb it runs but the motor is getting tired. Specs: 350 Sm465/205 3/4 ton axles 4.10 gears minimal rust in the normal spots 4" lift & 1" body lift The truck was originally an auto with AC. Other than the suspension, this truck is right on the fence as to if it would be better to go back to all original or go more towards the performance/off road side. Here's two pics. One before the roll cage was painted & one after but without the doors installed. I would be interested in a few different trades. The things that come to mind right now are: 69-72 SWB 2 or 4 wheel drive truck. I could go for either runs excellent & bad paint or barely runs & near flawless paint but no rust. a classic muscle car a 1 ton 4X4. meaning must have a D60 front that I can steal for my next 4X4 project but drive for now. others as well. just can't think of anything yet.

06-19-2003, 04:47 PM	#3
68 Suburban Registered User Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: From Chicago, Live in Phoenix, AZ Posts: 6,802	Does you truck have a point distributor? Three years ago I had the same symptoms and when I put an HEI in, it corrected what I thought was a carb/fuel problem. It seems the old distributor would adjust itself because it was worn out. Just a thought. __________________ Just sitting here contemplating contemplation. Last edited by 68 Suburban; 06-19-2003 at 04:53 PM.

06-19-2003, 07:15 PM	#5
LeRoy Registered truck nut Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Mt. Vernon, Washington, USA Posts: 1,584	Man, I dig that rollcage. Can you give any details on it? So what's the price tag? __________________ MOUNT VERNON, WASH. STATE Need a part? Just PM me

06-20-2003, 02:15 AM	#7
LeRoy Registered truck nut Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Mt. Vernon, Washington, USA Posts: 1,584	I was wondering about the cage. I don't think ya atta sell your toy. Especially if the wife finally took some interest. Your home free. Live the dream, lol __________________ MOUNT VERNON, WASH. STATE Need a part? Just PM me

06-20-2003, 02:05 PM	#8
BLAZIN'72 Active Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Ontario,CA. Posts: 108	I have a 72' swb 4x4. It does not have a motor in it right now. It has a 4" lift 35"bfg/mt on 15x10 alcoas. the interior is nice. It does have a trans/tranfer that were rebuilt and only have about 5k on them (350/205) I also have a 400/205 setup that I would be willing to throw in. You could pull the motor in your truck and keep it or I have a 74' 350 that I could put in but it also needs rebuilding. It needs paint and a little body work, but it is a original CA. truck so very little rust. I have some cash too so let me know if you are interested. Attached Images

06-19-2003, 04:05 PM	#2
MJF No longer truckless Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Campbell, CA Posts: 299	If you happen to have a trade for the truck that runs great but needs paint, I will throw in my extra SB400 & even the extra Th350 trans I have. I should also mention that the hard top doesn't fit. The cage was made a little too wide. You could probably make some modifications with a dremel to get it to fit, but I don't know why anyone would want to put that echoing, rattling disaster back on when soft tops can be had.

06-19-2003, 04:51 PM	#4
MJF No longer truckless Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Campbell, CA Posts: 299	I already converted it to HEI. It made a big difference but then the carb crapped out on me.

06-19-2003, 08:49 PM	#6
MJF No longer truckless Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Campbell, CA Posts: 299	Do you mean details on the truck or the cage? If you're asking for a price on the truck, I'm not sure. I hate to sell it outright because either I'll spend the money or my wife will take it & then I'll be stuck with no toy. A couple days ago when it was still running, I started to get frustrated & put a for sale sign on it for $5000. My wife, who I thought hated the truck, went & took the sign off & said I shouldn't sell it & even went on to say she had been looking forward to taking a drive in it. I was completely floored. My main problem is lack of patience. I get frustrated because I need to dump ~$3-4000 into the truck & it would be perfect for what I want out of it. I just don't have that kind of money to drop on it right now. I can only spare ~$100/month to put into the truck right now & then stupid crap like this carb keep breaking so it's hard to save towards some of the larger things I need for the truck.

06-20-2003, 02:06 PM	#9
BLAZIN'72 Active Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Ontario,CA. Posts: 108	another! Attached Images

06-20-2003, 02:06 PM	#10
BLAZIN'72 Active Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Ontario,CA. Posts: 108	Interior Attached Images

06-20-2003, 02:07 PM	#11
BLAZIN'72 Active Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Ontario,CA. Posts: 108	another Attached Images

06-20-2003, 02:44 PM	#12
jays68yak Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Gilroy, CA Posts: 1,454	BLAZIN'72 How much are you looking to get fro your truck? __________________ 1969 Chevy Project SWB Fleet, 20s, 5.3, t56, in the weeds. 1970 Chevy Truck cab on a 1979 Jimmy frame-8.1 liter 496 bbc/sm465/np203-jeds doubler-np205/d60/14bff Welded/42 tsls on recentered H1s 1998 Chevy Crew Cab K3500 SAS'd with hpd60, links and swayaway coilovers. 8.1l vortec DD/towrig "I like long walks, especially when they are taken by people who annoy me. "

06-20-2003, 03:21 PM	#13
MJF No longer truckless Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Campbell, CA Posts: 299	I'm interested. I will pm you.

06-20-2003, 03:37 PM	#14
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,038	What would be the difference between getting an old truck or keeping your blazer? Your going to have the same mechanical issues & problems with an older project truck. Are you just sick of looking at your Blazer? Personally, I think you have one of the nicer looking rigs on the board. I understand your frustrations with the mechanical. Not long after I bought my truck, the ignition went belly-up. I rebuilt the carb, change everything in the distributor (including the distributor) and finally discovered that it was the plug into the back of the ignition switch that was bad. After I changed that (first test drive around the block) my tranny blew out the sprag clutch. Now, my radiator has a hole & I'm still having tranny problems. That is the problem with old trucks & cars. You really gotta look at them as long-term projects and just be willing to tinker with them when you can. If I were you, I'd keep your Blazer. __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

06-20-2003, 08:25 PM	#15
MJF No longer truckless Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Campbell, CA Posts: 299	I just wanted to add, woooohoooo the blazer is running again. I can't tell you what was wrong, it's top secret. Besides it'll let you know for sure how dumb I am.



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06-21-2003, 10:09 PM	#16
chiphayes Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: indiana Posts: 186	cmon you can tell us,weve all overlooked the obvious before.thats how we learn.i once built a bad as 350 motor all aluminum,and runs awesome to date.but spent 3 months trying to get it to run,and i forgot about the nitro plate under the carb wasnt plugged off,found it at night when i saw the flash of fire shoot out,ruined a set of aluminum heads,ok now you can tell

06-21-2003, 10:22 PM	#17
MJF No longer truckless Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Campbell, CA Posts: 299	Mine was stupid. I had the fuel pressure regulator in backwards. Doh. Switched it around & it ran.

06-23-2003, 12:06 PM	#18
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,038	So, are you keeping it then? __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

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