Official Introduction: 1971 K5 Blazer - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Senorx · 02-02-2014, 04:44 PM

I'm the proud owner of a 1971 K5 Blazer. The body is pretty straight and with minimal rust. When I say minimal, I could only find rust on the front passenger fender on one corner. The rockers are solid and so is the floor. She is running and I have been cruising her around town the past couple of days. I have been bitten by the bug in a bad way. I literally have been having dreams about my K5. The plan for this truck is a dependable family hauler. It's basically going to be used for camping, beach trips and cruising with the top off with my family. It will do some mild wheeling, but nothing too crazy. A cool family friendly classic 4x4 is the name of the game.

I have befriended the mechanic at my job's motor pool. He has a full shop at home. We have begun to set up a plan to make the 350 small block a semi-performance highway friendly engine. First thing he suggested is to swap out the points ignition system to a HEI distributor. Currently looking at MSD Pro Billet w/6A box or the MSD Ready to Run with Blaster Coil 2. He also suggested replacing the fuel pump as well. He said he could have it done in an hour or so, but I stopped him there. I explained I wanted to do the work myself so I can learn how to work on the engine. I will gladly pay him for his time and lessons.

We are looking forward to a long stay and many more posts to come. I have managed to get up to page 10 as of 0900 this morning. Absorbing as much info as I can't get. I will become a premium member shortly.

**jaros44sr** · 02-02-2014, 05:58 PM

Looks like an excellant ride, and welcome to the boards....good choice on the HEI, and 6 msd.

Only thing i would change to, is a more agressive tread pattern for mild off road, jmho

Ill watch your prgress

Senorx · 02-02-2014, 06:10 PM

These are just some beater tires. I'm gonna go with some 31x10.50 BFG ATs for the time being. Eventually going to a 4 inch lift with some 33x10.50. I'm digging the skinny tire and white Steelies w/dog dishes look. I'm also thinking about going back to the original Ochre paint as per the SPID. She isn't perfect, but a solid start.

mx289 · 02-15-2014, 01:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Senorx

These are just some beater tires. I'm gonna go with some 31x10.50 BFG ATs for the time being. Eventually going to a 4 inch lift with some 33x10.50. I'm digging the skinny tire and white Steelies w/dog dishes look. I'm also thinking about going back to the original Ochre paint as per the SPID. She isn't perfect, but a solid start.

Yup,Great looking start.
And welcome to the board.
Here's a vote for Ochre paint as well.!

Tom

Maximus · 04-07-2014, 12:28 PM

Looks like a great rig, My blazer is a Ochre 72' with 33x10.50 tires if you want a visual on color/tire sizes you can click the link below in my signature,
Great looking truck!
Also, congrats on finding one with solid rockers! Im in sunny California and even my floors have some rot...

02-02-2014, 04:44 PM	#1
Senorx Registered User Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: South Texas Posts: 567	Official Introduction: 1971 K5 Blazer I'm the proud owner of a 1971 K5 Blazer. The body is pretty straight and with minimal rust. When I say minimal, I could only find rust on the front passenger fender on one corner. The rockers are solid and so is the floor. She is running and I have been cruising her around town the past couple of days. I have been bitten by the bug in a bad way. I literally have been having dreams about my K5. The plan for this truck is a dependable family hauler. It's basically going to be used for camping, beach trips and cruising with the top off with my family. It will do some mild wheeling, but nothing too crazy. A cool family friendly classic 4x4 is the name of the game. I have befriended the mechanic at my job's motor pool. He has a full shop at home. We have begun to set up a plan to make the 350 small block a semi-performance highway friendly engine. First thing he suggested is to swap out the points ignition system to a HEI distributor. Currently looking at MSD Pro Billet w/6A box or the MSD Ready to Run with Blaster Coil 2. He also suggested replacing the fuel pump as well. He said he could have it done in an hour or so, but I stopped him there. I explained I wanted to do the work myself so I can learn how to work on the engine. I will gladly pay him for his time and lessons. We are looking forward to a long stay and many more posts to come. I have managed to get up to page 10 as of 0900 this morning. Absorbing as much info as I can't get. I will become a premium member shortly. Last edited by Senorx; 02-02-2014 at 04:54 PM.

02-02-2014, 05:58 PM	#2
jaros44sr Senior Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Philadelphia, Pa. 19454 Posts: 9,766	Re: Official Introduction: 1971 K5 Blazer Looks like an excellant ride, and welcome to the boards....good choice on the HEI, and 6 msd. Only thing i would change to, is a more agressive tread pattern for mild off road, jmho Ill watch your prgress __________________ Semper Fi...Uncle Sam, you da man All parts offered to help are free, unless otherwise noted Dont try this stuff in my build thread, unless you have 55 years of mechanical OTJ training SAFETY FIRST AS usual, off topic They say your mind goes second, can't remember the first Jim

02-02-2014, 06:10 PM	#3
Senorx Registered User Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: South Texas Posts: 567	Re: Official Introduction: 1971 K5 Blazer These are just some beater tires. I'm gonna go with some 31x10.50 BFG ATs for the time being. Eventually going to a 4 inch lift with some 33x10.50. I'm digging the skinny tire and white Steelies w/dog dishes look. I'm also thinking about going back to the original Ochre paint as per the SPID. She isn't perfect, but a solid start.

04-07-2014, 12:28 PM	#5
Maximus Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Santa Rosa, CA Posts: 672	Re: Official Introduction: 1971 K5 Blazer Looks like a great rig, My blazer is a Ochre 72' with 33x10.50 tires if you want a visual on color/tire sizes you can click the link below in my signature, Great looking truck! Also, congrats on finding one with solid rockers! Im in sunny California and even my floors have some rot... __________________ 1955 2nd Series 3100 - 400 Pontiac / BW Super T-10 4-Speed 1972 K5 Blazer 350 Auto 4x4 1928 Ford Model A Tudor



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