Originally Posted by gringoloco (Post 5786814)

So, after replacing the alt and batt, I was back charging again. Only now instead of 10.5v, I was seeing 15.5! I found a nice solid-state piece, a Wells VR715, that mimics the style of the original, but uses a circuit board instead of mechanical points--functions more like a modern alternator/regulator by shunting to ground instead of cycling on/off constantly.

Check out this piece of history I removed from the Blazer. Ah, the good old days when Sears was a trusted manufacturer of seemingly everything, instead of just another retailer...

http://i80.photobucket.com/albums/j1...0AAA6E3490.jpg

http://i80.photobucket.com/albums/j1...0AB92A4286.jpg

http://i80.photobucket.com/albums/j1...0AC0B500DC.jpg


Made in Korea, but looks right at home on the core support. Would this be considered 'ruining' it? :lol: Check out those chalk marks! :chevy:

http://i80.photobucket.com/albums/j1...0AC78C070A.jpg
Posted via Mobile Device

Originally Posted by aggie91 (Post 5792995)

First off, I think this Blazer is great, I vote for keeping it 4wd, but I like them low too. This one is too nice to cut up...

For the voltage regulator, couldn't you adapt the cover of the Sears one to the new one and now you would have the look of the old with the function of the new...just a thought for you...

Originally Posted by gringoloco (Post 5792361)

I think I might like one in white for the summer. How is it for water leakage?

Originally Posted by Rusbuilt (Post 5793433)

Man that is one nice blazer! If you don't mind me asking what price range does one go for in that condition?

Originally Posted by thor (Post 5793481)

I got one of the first ones before white was an option. I would've preferred white. It would give a better contrast.

As for water leakage, it is just like those that came before: It leaks near the corners of the windshield. And of course sealing around the door windows is loose. No real water intrusion, but some (to be expected) wind noise.

As for not having to enlist a friend to take off the 400 lb. hardtop or the ability to drop the top no matter where you are...:metal:

Originally Posted by Rusbuilt (Post 5794359)

Well sir I think you got a great deal!

Originally Posted by TexasJimmy (Post 5794486)

Very nice Blazer. Need to have a TX, LA Blazer run some day. Poker run?

It's always nice to see another 1st gen. 4x4 Blazer. Well done.

Tim

My ride
Posted via Mobile Device
Posted via Mobile Device
Posted via Mobile Device

Originally Posted by thor (Post 5795904)

Even though I love your blazer the way it is, your plans reminded me of another build - JMuck's blue blazer converted from 4WD to 2WD. However, when I went to link it I saw that you had commented in his thread already. Was this a deep-rooted memory that caused you to purchase an extremely nice, blue, 4WD blazer to convert to 2WD? :hmm: :D

Originally Posted by gringoloco (Post 5802314)

Yes. It was part of the CST/Highlander package. Looks a little out of place since there is no other woodgrain inside, but my understanding is that's how they came. Does your Sub have them?

Originally Posted by gringoloco (Post 5804307)

Hm, maybe Blazer specific. Pretty sure the CST included the wood inserts?

Originally Posted by gringoloco (Post 5808335)

in fact, I have a set of 15x8 steelies and dogdishes on the way :)

Originally Posted by lolife99 (Post 5808449)

This will look good!^^^

Originally Posted by gringoloco (Post 5808335)

Thanks! It has been novel, if not a little fun, the few times I've had it off the pavement. We used to play on the trails a lot when I was younger, but never in my stuff, always tearing up someone else's truck :lol: You'll be happy to know that it won't be converted anytime too soon, in fact, I have a set of 15x8 steelies and dogdishes on the way :)