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jrdv · 04-02-2008, 05:53 AM

I finally got the blazer out of the barn! It was filthy---a cat had been living in it all winter ( I was too lazy to put the top back on ). I washed it and two of the other trucks.
I bought the blazer in 1991 and drove it to Alaska. I had a summer job in Kenai and the blazer was perfect for exploring. I still haven't registered it in New Mexico, but I drive it in the summer on the country roads.
It has the usual rust spots--someday I will restore it, but I've got a few other projects in front of it.
I added some of the stable mates.

john

Big J · 04-02-2008, 06:05 AM

Thats a nice collection ya got there. The two tone and trim looks sweet on the Blazer.

Critter · 04-02-2008, 06:28 AM

I envy your collection!

In the one pic I see a white 71/72 with a newer ranch hand style wrap around grillguard. Is it from a 88-01 chevy?

jrdv · 04-02-2008, 06:35 AM

Thanks Critter and Big J,
The grill guard is a ranch hand grill for a 99 ford. A friend of mine fabbed up the bumper. The grill guard sets a little close on both sides of the fender, but I am happy with the overall look. The winch is on a reciever hitch.

john

BLUE THUNDER · 04-02-2008, 08:17 AM

Sweet collection!!!!!! I love the GMC. Mario

bouncytruck · 04-02-2008, 04:47 PM

Looks like a nice collection, but it's not quite spring yet. I was snowing here yesterday!

67Steven · 04-02-2008, 06:23 PM

I love the 'old school' 5 gallon jerry can on the back rack. It reminded me of my uncles 71 blazer. He had the swing away tire carrier with the gas can.

I rode in it when I was about 8 and I fell in love with that truck, and the 67-72 has been my favorite body style since.

**Yukon Jack** · 04-02-2008, 08:41 PM

Very cool collection!!!

LUV2XCLR8 · 04-02-2008, 10:21 PM

Nice

72BlckButy · 04-02-2008, 10:55 PM

Cleaned up real nice!

DirtyLarry · 04-04-2008, 09:44 PM

Nice collection John!

max71c10 · 02-09-2009, 07:46 PM

hi, where exactly do you get the grille guard thats on your 71-72 chevy k5 blazer?

**OleSenna** · 02-10-2009, 12:36 AM

That's a mighty fine stable. Been thinking about two-toning mine and you're adding to the enthusiasm. Thx for sharing.

Otsa580 · 02-10-2009, 07:45 PM

I always love a good collection. 1 is never enough. My dad had the sickness now I have it!

HotRod C/10 · 08-03-2012, 11:59 PM

Where in NM are you?

jrdv · 08-04-2012, 12:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DSALRAM

Where in NM are you?

I am about 45 miles east of Raton. Out in the boonies

scruffyjesse · 08-04-2012, 04:01 PM

Love the woodgrain dash and doors!

04-02-2008, 05:53 AM	#1
jrdv Registered User Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: new mexico Posts: 948	Spring Cleaning I finally got the blazer out of the barn! It was filthy---a cat had been living in it all winter ( I was too lazy to put the top back on ). I washed it and two of the other trucks. I bought the blazer in 1991 and drove it to Alaska. I had a summer job in Kenai and the blazer was perfect for exploring. I still haven't registered it in New Mexico, but I drive it in the summer on the country roads. It has the usual rust spots--someday I will restore it, but I've got a few other projects in front of it. I added some of the stable mates. john Attached Images __________________ 1972 3/4T 4x4 Chevrolet (383) 1971 c-10 SWB (400 sb) 1972 4x4 Blazer 1969 SWB 4x4 GMC Projects: 1972 stepside 4x4 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=280132 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=285952 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=553672 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=522704 Last edited by jrdv; 04-02-2008 at 05:56 AM.

04-02-2008, 06:05 AM	#2
Big J Its lookin' like a Blazer! Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Gods Country, KY Posts: 1,773	Re: Spring Cleaning Thats a nice collection ya got there. The two tone and trim looks sweet on the Blazer. __________________ BAZINGA! My Build

04-02-2008, 06:28 AM	#3
Critter Future TOTM Winner Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Bulverde, TX Posts: 2,692	Re: Spring Cleaning I envy your collection! In the one pic I see a white 71/72 with a newer ranch hand style wrap around grillguard. Is it from a 88-01 chevy? __________________ 72 Chevy CST K5 HIGHLANDER BLAZER Getting a 6.0,NV4500,NP205,14BFF (Currently laying all over the place in little pieces) 72 Chevy swb step-side "LS" 6.0 Here's a build thread of sorts 2002 HD2500 Crew Cab, 8.1L Allison 4x4 Daily Driver Check it out www.lsdyno.com

04-02-2008, 06:35 AM	#4
jrdv Registered User Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: new mexico Posts: 948	Re: Spring Cleaning Thanks Critter and Big J, The grill guard is a ranch hand grill for a 99 ford. A friend of mine fabbed up the bumper. The grill guard sets a little close on both sides of the fender, but I am happy with the overall look. The winch is on a reciever hitch. john Attached Images __________________ 1972 3/4T 4x4 Chevrolet (383) 1971 c-10 SWB (400 sb) 1972 4x4 Blazer 1969 SWB 4x4 GMC Projects: 1972 stepside 4x4 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=280132 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=285952 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=553672 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=522704 Last edited by jrdv; 04-02-2008 at 06:37 AM.

04-02-2008, 08:17 AM	#5
BLUE THUNDER Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: San Antonio Posts: 993	Re: Spring Cleaning Sweet collection!!!!!! I love the GMC. Mario

04-02-2008, 04:47 PM	#6
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,049	Re: Spring Cleaning Looks like a nice collection, but it's not quite spring yet. I was snowing here yesterday! __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

04-02-2008, 06:23 PM	#7
67Steven Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Oregon City Posts: 228	Re: Spring Cleaning I love the 'old school' 5 gallon jerry can on the back rack. It reminded me of my uncles 71 blazer. He had the swing away tire carrier with the gas can. I rode in it when I was about 8 and I fell in love with that truck, and the 67-72 has been my favorite body style since.

04-02-2008, 08:41 PM	#8
Yukon Jack Post Whore Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Rose Hill, KS, USA Posts: 12,683	Re: Spring Cleaning Very cool collection!!! __________________ 1970 Blazer with a 400 sbc and 4" lift 1980 Pontiac Trans Am, 455 Oldsmobile 2012 Kawasaki Concours 14

04-02-2008, 10:21 PM	#9
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,470	Re: Spring Cleaning Nice __________________ 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

04-02-2008, 10:55 PM	#10
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Spring Cleaning Cleaned up real nice! __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

04-04-2008, 09:44 PM	#11
DirtyLarry Windy Corner of a Dirty Street Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Pueblo West, Colorado Posts: 2,926	Re: Spring Cleaning Nice collection John! __________________ Current vehicle collection: 1978 Chevrolet K10, 8.1L, NV4500, NP205 1989 Chevrolet Suburban, 8.1L, NV4500, NP241 1993 Chevrolet C1500 Sportside, TBI 7.4L, 4L60E 2001 Chevrolet K2500HD, Ext Cab, SWB, 8.1L, ZF 6 speed 2014 Chevrolet Impala LTZ 3.6L Vortec 8.1L because life is too short to tolerate underpowered vehicles Instagram

02-09-2009, 07:46 PM	#12
max71c10 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Columbus, GA Posts: 27	Re: Spring Cleaning hi, where exactly do you get the grille guard thats on your 71-72 chevy k5 blazer?

02-10-2009, 12:36 AM	#13
OleSenna Roof: Bad. Sky: Good. Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 150	Re: Spring Cleaning That's a mighty fine stable. Been thinking about two-toning mine and you're adding to the enthusiasm. Thx for sharing. __________________ OleSenna

02-10-2009, 07:45 PM	#14
Otsa580 I Love Rusty Chevys Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Omaha, NE Posts: 617	Re: Spring Cleaning I always love a good collection. 1 is never enough. My dad had the sickness now I have it!

08-03-2012, 11:59 PM	#15
HotRod C/10 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Albuquerque NM Posts: 3,053	Re: Spring Cleaning Where in NM are you? __________________ SOLD -77 CHEYENNE SWB, LS SWAPPED -1976 SILVERADO YUBA GOLD/NEUTRAL (2-TONE)



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08-04-2012, 04:01 PM	#17
scruffyjesse Registered User Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: San Diego Posts: 59	Re: Spring Cleaning Love the woodgrain dash and doors!

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