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vtblazer · 07-30-2008, 07:32 AM

Finally time to consolidate some ongoing threads used to reach this build.

Here's the grand list:

'69 all original Cali tub

Original sheet metal 'cept for the cowl induction hood I'm going to order from Tri-Pro

One ton axles w/4:56 gears and a locker

Worked 700r and a 241 T-case

Alcan springs

37" MTR's

H2 wheels

PRP seats

Full cage

Single walled top

Fuel injected with over drive

Chevyman63 · 07-30-2008, 07:38 AM

As I said somewhere else...sounds perfect!

msgross · 07-30-2008, 07:39 AM

sweet...can't wait to see it

vtblazer · 07-30-2008, 09:06 AM

Teaser pics...

Chevyman63 · 07-30-2008, 09:13 AM

Wow! Nice tub! Where did that one come from?

1972CST · 07-30-2008, 09:22 AM

How does everyone come across these clean rust free tubs? Cant wait to see more!!!!

vtblazer · 07-30-2008, 09:31 AM

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Originally Posted by 1972CST

How does everyone come across these clean rust free tubs? Cant wait to see more!!!!

Heh heh, this one came to me...

I got a rep, didn't ya know.

**Yukon Jack** · 07-30-2008, 12:51 PM

Dang, that is a clean tub! Can't beat that!

vtblazer · 07-30-2008, 01:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Burt4x4

I'm thinking he stole it from Greg

There is only one guy on the east coast that would have a 69 Cali tub

yeah Greg...

Quote:

Originally Posted by Yukon Jack

Dang, that is a clean tub! Can't beat that!

Thanks, I'll find out what it looks like in person this weekend.

Feel fairly confident with the source.

Jtrux · 07-30-2008, 05:35 PM

You've got a lot of build ups going on. Must be nice.

vtblazer · 07-30-2008, 06:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Jtrux

You've got a lot of build ups going on. Must be nice.

Only this build, all the other threads where research.

jaros44sr · 07-30-2008, 06:20 PM

Nice place to start, looks solid...I'm subscribed

**FRENCHBLUE72** · 07-30-2008, 08:52 PM

This is gonna be a killer build.......

AJs72K5 · 07-30-2008, 11:27 PM

The green one sold last year. He's building this one as more of a resto-rod.

71RestoRod · 07-31-2008, 12:23 AM

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Originally Posted by AJs72K5

The green one sold last year. He's building this one as more of a resto-rod.

Mmmmm.... Resto-rod.... Nice....

jaros44sr · 08-01-2008, 06:27 AM

It's Fri., good luck and take your camera, so we all can see

vtblazer · 08-01-2008, 06:32 AM

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Originally Posted by jaros44sr

Getting closer to Sat., good luck and take your camera, so we all can see

I can't wait until Saturday, I'm heading over after lunch.

Turns out I'll be needing a trans cover, got one of those for me?

jaros44sr · 08-01-2008, 06:36 AM

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Originally Posted by vtblazer

I can't wait until Saturday, I'm heading over after lunch.

Turns out I'll be needing a trans cover, got one of those for me?

Not in my current inventory, but I'll keep an eye out

low'n slow · 08-03-2008, 10:05 PM

"Turns out I'll be needing a trans cover, got one of those for me?"

I've got a spare, high hump right? One with the transfer case hole and one without. Pm if interested.

Looks to be a great start.

vtblazer · 08-01-2008, 06:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 71RestoRod

Mmmmm.... Resto-rod.... Nice....

dude, I get it...

msgross · 08-03-2008, 07:32 AM

I like that setup....

I know you have a few projects but here's a blazer near my house for sale... Guy was looking for around $900, I would love to build a trail rig but i'm knee deep in mine and no place to house another toy.

http://lancaster.craigslist.org/pts/761823029.html

Big J · 08-03-2008, 08:14 AM

Your gonna wanna keep this after your done, lol...... Looking great! I wasn't sure about the Hummer wheels but they look pretty good.

Chevyman63 · 08-03-2008, 08:39 AM

Wow...that thing IS in great shape.

Nice score!

vtblazer · 08-03-2008, 08:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Big J

Your gonna wanna keep this after your done, lol...... Looking great! I wasn't sure about the Hummer wheels but they look pretty good.

This one is a keeper, building it for ME, MYSELF and I.

Acquiring this one now also allows for the flip blazer to happen too.

Big J · 08-03-2008, 03:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vtblazer

This one is a keeper, building it for ME, MYSELF and I.

Acquiring this one now also allows for the flip blazer to happen too.

OOOOOk I thought this was the one you were flippin'. Now I see why your going the extra mile.... Cage and all... I bet it will ride real nice with those tires and springs. You should get a set of those nice metal finished Bilstein shocks for it..... They look cool. Not sure how they ride though.

07-30-2008, 07:32 AM	#1
vtblazer Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Central Vermont Posts: 8,538	Building a Blazer - vtblazer's Way Finally time to consolidate some ongoing threads used to reach this build. Here's the grand list: '69 all original Cali tub Original sheet metal 'cept for the cowl induction hood I'm going to order from Tri-Pro One ton axles w/4:56 gears and a locker Worked 700r and a 241 T-case Alcan springs 37" MTR's H2 wheels PRP seats Full cage Single walled top Fuel injected with over drive Last edited by vtblazer; 08-04-2008 at 07:32 AM.

07-30-2008, 07:38 AM	#2
Chevyman63 Can't wait to retire!! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Corunna, MI Posts: 1,575	Re: Building a Blazer - vtblazer's Way As I said somewhere else...sounds perfect! __________________ 2009 4x4 Chevy Crew Cab 6.0 1989 4x4 Siverado (270,000 miles) 1972 4x4 Blazer 2007 Chevy Cutaway 1 ton 1970 Corvette (sons project) RIP - CLR 10/11/09

07-30-2008, 07:39 AM	#3
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: Building a Blazer - vtblazer's Way sweet...can't wait to see it __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"

07-30-2008, 09:06 AM	#4
vtblazer Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Central Vermont Posts: 8,538	Re: Building a Blazer - vtblazer's Way Teaser pics... Attached Images

07-30-2008, 09:13 AM	#5
Chevyman63 Can't wait to retire!! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Corunna, MI Posts: 1,575	Re: Building a Blazer - vtblazer's Way Wow! Nice tub! Where did that one come from? __________________ 2009 4x4 Chevy Crew Cab 6.0 1989 4x4 Siverado (270,000 miles) 1972 4x4 Blazer 2007 Chevy Cutaway 1 ton 1970 Corvette (sons project) RIP - CLR 10/11/09

07-30-2008, 09:22 AM	#6
1972CST Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Concord NC Posts: 511	Re: Building a Blazer - vtblazer's Way How does everyone come across these clean rust free tubs? Cant wait to see more!!!! Last edited by 1972CST; 07-30-2008 at 09:22 AM.

07-30-2008, 12:51 PM	#8
Yukon Jack Post Whore Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Rose Hill, KS, USA Posts: 12,683	Re: Building a Blazer - vtblazer's Way Dang, that is a clean tub! Can't beat that! __________________ 1970 Blazer with a 400 sbc and 4" lift 1980 Pontiac Trans Am, 455 Oldsmobile 2012 Kawasaki Concours 14

07-30-2008, 05:35 PM	#10
Jtrux I'm a poor spectator Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: San Antonio, Tx Posts: 2,287	Re: Building a Blazer - vtblazer's Way You've got a lot of build ups going on. Must be nice. __________________ 2006 Jeep Unlimited IMPACT ORANGE 1993 Chevy 2500 4x4 ExCab LWB 454/NV4500 Tow rig 1977 Ford F100 2x4 LWB 1st truck I owned, still have it!!! 1979 Ford F150 4x4 SWB Built Ford Tough!!! 1971 Chevy Blazer 350 / SM465 / NP205 UNDER CONSTRUCTION Soon to have a LQ4 6.0!!!

07-30-2008, 06:20 PM	#12
jaros44sr Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Location: Philadelphia, Pa. 19454 Posts: 9,421	Re: Building a Blazer - vtblazer's Way Nice place to start, looks solid...I'm subscribed __________________ 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

07-30-2008, 08:52 PM	#13
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,590	Re: Building a Blazer - vtblazer's Way This is gonna be a killer build....... __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

07-30-2008, 11:27 PM	#14
AJs72K5 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: South Tx Posts: 1,083	Re: Building a Blazer - vtblazer's Way The green one sold last year. He's building this one as more of a resto-rod. __________________ - AJ Gray Matter Build - 1972 K5 with some stuff

08-01-2008, 06:27 AM	#16
jaros44sr Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Location: Philadelphia, Pa. 19454 Posts: 9,421	Re: Building a Blazer - vtblazer's Way It's Fri., good luck and take your camera, so we all can see __________________ 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 Last edited by jaros44sr; 08-01-2008 at 06:31 AM.

08-03-2008, 10:05 PM	#19
low'n slow Too Dumb To Know Better Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Texas Posts: 882	Re: Building a Blazer - vtblazer's Way "Turns out I'll be needing a trans cover, got one of those for me?" I've got a spare, high hump right? One with the transfer case hole and one without. Pm if interested. Looks to be a great start.

08-03-2008, 07:32 AM	#21
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: Building a Blazer - vtblazer's Way I like that setup.... I know you have a few projects but here's a blazer near my house for sale... Guy was looking for around $900, I would love to build a trail rig but i'm knee deep in mine and no place to house another toy. http://lancaster.craigslist.org/pts/761823029.html __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer" Last edited by msgross; 08-03-2008 at 07:34 AM.

08-03-2008, 08:14 AM	#22
Big J Its lookin' like a Blazer! Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Gods Country, KY Posts: 1,773	Re: Building a Blazer - vtblazer's Way Your gonna wanna keep this after your done, lol...... Looking great! I wasn't sure about the Hummer wheels but they look pretty good. __________________ BAZINGA! My Build



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08-03-2008, 08:39 AM	#23
Chevyman63 Can't wait to retire!! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Corunna, MI Posts: 1,575	Re: Building a Blazer - vtblazer's Way Wow...that thing IS in great shape. Nice score! __________________ 2009 4x4 Chevy Crew Cab 6.0 1989 4x4 Siverado (270,000 miles) 1972 4x4 Blazer 2007 Chevy Cutaway 1 ton 1970 Corvette (sons project) RIP - CLR 10/11/09

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