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65standard · 07-21-2015, 08:06 PM

This just came into the local salvage yard. I don't need it, but it is so cool looking and a real close kin to my C20. It was parked in a back yard for the last 15 years. Im thinking about another junkyard rescue.

tommys72 · 07-21-2015, 08:30 PM

Do it Tony! That would look awesome next to the truck!

71swb4x4 · 07-21-2015, 08:33 PM

That's not junkyard material.

65standard · 07-21-2015, 08:36 PM

The truck needs everything. The body is the best of it. It may even have those million dollar tow hooks on it.

boraxman · 07-21-2015, 08:38 PM

Do it!

65standard · 07-21-2015, 08:40 PM

It sat so long that everything is locked up. It will not roll. Heck, it sat so long on the flat tire that the rim rusted away. Good thing is it a load CTS.

hugger6933 · 07-21-2015, 08:46 PM

What kind of title does it have? You have already asked that this time. I would love to find one, I think I want a two wheel drive though. I would use some of the LS Motor/Trans combo I have laying around for that.

**'68OrangeSunshine** · 07-21-2015, 08:46 PM

Orange Blazers are a secret passion. I have had an Orange '68 C/10 Stepside since 1973. I tried a '67 K/10 Suburban w/454 in '93. Too big. Hard to park, hard to make a u-turn even. Basket case now as it needs motor, trans/transfer case, and new rear end. I bought a '71 GMC Jimmy [in metallic medium blue]1995. Just right. I got a '72 K/5 tub, as parts in 2002. I'll have to look into getting a salvage title for it, so I'm not boned by the MVD like your last project. If it's a dead issue I'm only $200 into it, and have pulled some parts for the Jimmy already, anyway. But as a project, I fantasize a 292 L6, SM465/T221/ragtop, desert runner with it. It's Flint Michigan Baby Blue now, but I would be tempted to make it 516 'Omaha' Orange like my Stepside.
The beauty of these trucks is that most parts are interchangeable. The knowledge is cummulative. If you had a similar gripe on another truck once, you already know what it is and how to fix it.
Better luck with the Blazer. They are fun to drive.

71swb4x4 · 07-21-2015, 08:52 PM

How much do they want for it?

65standard · 07-21-2015, 08:57 PM

Not sure about the title yet, but since the junkyard didn't process it yet, it won't have a junk title. Most likely still has a Texas title. The truck seems to have more options than what is listed on the SPID.

It has a tach and power brakes that aren't listed.

65standard · 07-21-2015, 09:06 PM

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Originally Posted by 71swb4x4

How much do they want for it?

They know I like it and have money, so I'm getting things like "these trucks go for $20,000"

I don't really know what it's worth, but they are damn rare around here. I figured it would cost me about $6000 to make everything perfect while keeping the patina.

65standard · 07-21-2015, 09:07 PM

Are these rear mount spare tire brackets factory?

65standard · 07-21-2015, 09:14 PM

Touring suspension?

9teen69 · 07-21-2015, 09:19 PM

Looks cool...save it!

65standard · 07-21-2015, 09:24 PM

Interior trashed.

**Jurassic-1** · 07-21-2015, 09:46 PM

Looks like it is worth saving. I am partial to orange Blazers. Just imagine cruising it around town.

cheviss427 · 07-21-2015, 09:53 PM

I'll take it.......

flashed · 07-21-2015, 10:13 PM

Im in to see what you do with it WHEN you get it.

Tillik · 07-21-2015, 10:15 PM

I've wanted a Blazer or a Jimmy since I was a kid. Two projects already, cant afford another lol. Just do it!

Mike C · 07-21-2015, 10:46 PM

That touring suspension thing added off a late 70's or 80's car.

Beat 'em up on price because the expensive original buckets and console are gone. The spare tire carrier is a Bestop most likely.

**'68OrangeSunshine** · 07-22-2015, 01:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 65standard

They know I like it and have money, so I'm getting things like "these trucks go for $20,000"

I don't really know what it's worth, but they are damn rare around here. I figured it would cost me about $6000 to make everything perfect while keeping the patina.

The ones that go for $20K Run by themselves, are shiny, don't have broken fiberglass at the rear, and have nice interiors.
See if they'll trade for your other orange truck. LOL

Here's my Jimmy

57taskforce · 07-22-2015, 01:22 AM

After seeing your c/20 take shape id love to see what you do with this one!

**Ol Blue K20** · 07-22-2015, 07:48 AM

Get it....I'm in for the ride

72kool · 07-22-2015, 10:44 AM

You have to get it! You dont want to be THAT guy, the one who let a helpless blazer be crushed...

i loved what you did to the c20. Hope i get to watch you do it again soon to a blazer

mike16 · 07-22-2015, 09:23 PM

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Originally Posted by 65standard

It sat so long that everything is locked up. It will not roll. Heck, it sat so long on the flat tire that the rim rusted away. Good thing is it a load CTS.

yea. junkyard material. pretty nice junk yarde there and ar they scrapping out that Audi too? or just gonna crush it.

they got nicer cars in your junk yard then I got in my drive way

07-21-2015, 08:06 PM	#1
65standard Registered User Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Coal City, IL Posts: 695	Thinking about another rescue This just came into the local salvage yard. I don't need it, but it is so cool looking and a real close kin to my C20. It was parked in a back yard for the last 15 years. Im thinking about another junkyard rescue. Attached Images __________________ Tony Nicholas @ Midwest Metal Masters 1953 Chevy 3100 392 Hemi w/727 & 9” Ford 1985 Chevy C/10 6.0L 4L80 373 locker

07-21-2015, 08:30 PM	#2
tommys72 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: springfield mo Posts: 3,075	Re: Thinking about another rescue Do it Tony! That would look awesome next to the truck! __________________ United States Marine Corps 2000-2011 Iraq and Afghanistan veteran Just living life now and enjoying it and my wife, daughter and son

07-21-2015, 08:33 PM	#3
71swb4x4 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Brookings, SD Posts: 10,497	Re: Thinking about another rescue That's not junkyard material. __________________ Some people are like slinkies, they aren't good for anything, but you can't help but smile when you see one tumble down the stairs.

07-21-2015, 08:36 PM	#4
65standard Registered User Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Coal City, IL Posts: 695	Re: Thinking about another rescue The truck needs everything. The body is the best of it. It may even have those million dollar tow hooks on it. Attached Images __________________ Tony Nicholas @ Midwest Metal Masters 1953 Chevy 3100 392 Hemi w/727 & 9” Ford 1985 Chevy C/10 6.0L 4L80 373 locker

07-21-2015, 08:38 PM	#5
boraxman Keepin an eye out Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: So.Cal Posts: 3,920	Re: Thinking about another rescue Do it! __________________ 1970 Chevy C10 SWB 5.3 1996 Toyota Tacoma SR5 4x4 2007 Vespa GTS 250 Scooter ZIP 91351

07-21-2015, 08:40 PM	#6
65standard Registered User Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Coal City, IL Posts: 695	Re: Thinking about another rescue It sat so long that everything is locked up. It will not roll. Heck, it sat so long on the flat tire that the rim rusted away. Good thing is it a load CTS. Attached Images __________________ Tony Nicholas @ Midwest Metal Masters 1953 Chevy 3100 392 Hemi w/727 & 9” Ford 1985 Chevy C/10 6.0L 4L80 373 locker

07-21-2015, 08:46 PM	#7
hugger6933 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Marianna Arkansas Posts: 7,280	Re: Thinking about another rescue What kind of title does it have? You have already asked that this time. I would love to find one, I think I want a two wheel drive though. I would use some of the LS Motor/Trans combo I have laying around for that.

07-21-2015, 08:46 PM	#8
'68OrangeSunshine Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Tucson, AZ USA Posts: 7,512	Re: Thinking about another rescue Orange Blazers are a secret passion. I have had an Orange '68 C/10 Stepside since 1973. I tried a '67 K/10 Suburban w/454 in '93. Too big. Hard to park, hard to make a u-turn even. Basket case now as it needs motor, trans/transfer case, and new rear end. I bought a '71 GMC Jimmy [in metallic medium blue]1995. Just right. I got a '72 K/5 tub, as parts in 2002. I'll have to look into getting a salvage title for it, so I'm not boned by the MVD like your last project. If it's a dead issue I'm only $200 into it, and have pulled some parts for the Jimmy already, anyway. But as a project, I fantasize a 292 L6, SM465/T221/ragtop, desert runner with it. It's Flint Michigan Baby Blue now, but I would be tempted to make it 516 'Omaha' Orange like my Stepside. The beauty of these trucks is that most parts are interchangeable. The knowledge is cummulative. If you had a similar gripe on another truck once, you already know what it is and how to fix it. Better luck with the Blazer. They are fun to drive. __________________ Every 25 years I like to rebuild that 292, whether it needs it or not. Last edited by '68OrangeSunshine; 07-21-2015 at 08:53 PM.

07-21-2015, 08:52 PM	#9
71swb4x4 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Brookings, SD Posts: 10,497	Re: Thinking about another rescue How much do they want for it? __________________ Some people are like slinkies, they aren't good for anything, but you can't help but smile when you see one tumble down the stairs.

07-21-2015, 08:57 PM	#10
65standard Registered User Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Coal City, IL Posts: 695	Re: Thinking about another rescue Not sure about the title yet, but since the junkyard didn't process it yet, it won't have a junk title. Most likely still has a Texas title. The truck seems to have more options than what is listed on the SPID. It has a tach and power brakes that aren't listed. Attached Images __________________ Tony Nicholas @ Midwest Metal Masters 1953 Chevy 3100 392 Hemi w/727 & 9” Ford 1985 Chevy C/10 6.0L 4L80 373 locker

07-21-2015, 09:07 PM	#12
65standard Registered User Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Coal City, IL Posts: 695	Re: Thinking about another rescue Are these rear mount spare tire brackets factory? Attached Images __________________ Tony Nicholas @ Midwest Metal Masters 1953 Chevy 3100 392 Hemi w/727 & 9” Ford 1985 Chevy C/10 6.0L 4L80 373 locker

07-21-2015, 09:14 PM	#13
65standard Registered User Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Coal City, IL Posts: 695	Re: Thinking about another rescue Touring suspension? Attached Images __________________ Tony Nicholas @ Midwest Metal Masters 1953 Chevy 3100 392 Hemi w/727 & 9” Ford 1985 Chevy C/10 6.0L 4L80 373 locker

07-21-2015, 09:19 PM	#14
9teen69 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Austin, Texas Posts: 1,048	Re: Thinking about another rescue Looks cool...save it! __________________ 72 Cheyenne SWB C10 (daily driver) (Super fake cause I just love the glovebox emblem) 70 Camaro RS (frame-off in pieces) 70 Camaro RS (daily driver backup) 69 Custom LWB C10 (son now drives)

07-21-2015, 09:24 PM	#15
65standard Registered User Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Coal City, IL Posts: 695	Re: Thinking about another rescue Interior trashed. Attached Images __________________ Tony Nicholas @ Midwest Metal Masters 1953 Chevy 3100 392 Hemi w/727 & 9” Ford 1985 Chevy C/10 6.0L 4L80 373 locker

07-21-2015, 09:46 PM	#16
Jurassic-1 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: New River Arizona Posts: 1,180	Re: Thinking about another rescue Looks like it is worth saving. I am partial to orange Blazers. Just imagine cruising it around town. Attached Images



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07-21-2015, 09:53 PM	#17
cheviss427 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: longview,wa. Posts: 38	Re: Thinking about another rescue I'll take it.......

07-21-2015, 10:13 PM	#18
flashed Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: canton ga Posts: 12,724	Re: Thinking about another rescue Im in to see what you do with it WHEN you get it.

07-21-2015, 10:15 PM	#19
Tillik Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Layton, Utah Posts: 186	Re: Thinking about another rescue I've wanted a Blazer or a Jimmy since I was a kid. Two projects already, cant afford another lol. Just do it! __________________ James B. 1967 Chevy Fleetside Shortbed 4X2 (Black & Beautiful) 1971 Chevy Fleetside Shortbed 4X4 (White & Rough)

07-21-2015, 10:46 PM	#20
Mike C Registered User Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Austin, TX, USA Posts: 7,727	Re: Thinking about another rescue That touring suspension thing added off a late 70's or 80's car. Beat 'em up on price because the expensive original buckets and console are gone. The spare tire carrier is a Bestop most likely. __________________ 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

07-22-2015, 01:22 AM	#22
57taskforce All about them K’s Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Land of Entrapment Posts: 6,503	Re: Thinking about another rescue After seeing your c/20 take shape id love to see what you do with this one! __________________ Tyler '57 3100 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=813888 '72 K20 Cheyenne: 5” lift, 35’s, front dana 60 blah blah blah… http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=662879 ‘69 K10 SWB: 4” lift 33”s… in a million pieces http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=805206 '98 Silverado LT K2500HD ECLB Vortec 454/4l80E: 6" lift 35x12.5x20’s

07-22-2015, 07:48 AM	#23
Ol Blue K20 Proprietor of Dale's Corner Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Vacaville , CA Posts: 16,245	Re: Thinking about another rescue Get it....I'm in for the ride __________________ "Some Days Chickens And Some Days Feathers" Dale XNGH ECV Sam Brannan 1004 R.I.P. 67ChevyRedneck R.I.P. Grumpy Old Man R.I.P. FleetsidePaul

07-22-2015, 10:44 AM	#24
72kool Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: kearney nebraska Posts: 613	Re: Thinking about another rescue You have to get it! You dont want to be THAT guy, the one who let a helpless blazer be crushed... i loved what you did to the c20. Hope i get to watch you do it again soon to a blazer

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