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**FRENCHBLUE72** · 04-12-2006, 06:35 PM

Looks pretty damn nice that is por-15 correct???

Rokcrln · 04-12-2006, 07:29 PM

Yes it is! And yes that is my rusty chassie sitting in the corner watching everyone else getting worked on

But soon it will be "her" turn

Kevin
LFD Inc.

Rokcrln · 04-14-2006, 12:20 AM

These parts are sweet

I don't think their was any $ spaired on this set up. He wanted beef and he has plenty of beef now! Large bearing, large tube 9", currie hardened axels, CPP tubular trailing arms, Cpp beefed trailing arm cross member, lowered coils front and rear and drop spindles up front as well as all new suspention and steering up front. Should be back rolling by end of the weekend. Just need to clean and paint he front disks and install them as well as the steering joints. The close ratio PS steering box should be here Monday or so. Here are a few more pics!

Kevin
LFD Inc.

krue · 04-14-2006, 12:53 AM

Trifelynn · 04-14-2006, 02:30 AM

Love the set-up. Might have to go the same when I get the next blazer...

couple of things....Where did you get the rear-end? Did you order it? Or did you pull it off something? Sorry if that is a dumb question, but, I dont know much about rear-ends...other than the Dana 44 I had on my jeep at one time.

You think I could get a complete list of goods you used...along with where you got them?

I mean, I see that you used CPP for most of the stuff...anthing else you use, that you didnt list? Its coming along great, and keep the pics coming...People like me, and have a basic knowledge, but not enough hand's on, really enjoy the progress stuff...helps me to understand more!

Soooo...long story, in a few words!!!!

Keep the pics coming!

<edited> Did you get the new power steering box from CPP too?

Rokcrln · 04-14-2006, 07:24 AM

The rear end is a Ford 9" built by currie ent. As far as the rest of the parts I did not buy or pick out any of them, my customer did all that. And a great job of it as well. I don't know if he gets on here very much but if he does maybe he can list things off.

Kevin
LFD Inc.

LUV2XCLR8 · 04-14-2006, 07:41 AM

Nice to see a set of those trailing arms in a real world scenario, any issues
w/ them, I am really considering those, way down the road, for my 2wd

**Yukon Jack** · 04-14-2006, 11:08 AM

That sure is coming along nice!

Pop's72 · 04-14-2006, 03:33 PM

I love the look of a rebuilt suspension

Rokcrln · 04-14-2006, 06:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LUV2XCLR8

Nice to see a set of those trailing arms in a real world scenario, any issues
w/ them, I am really considering those, way down the road, for my 2wd

The only issues with them is their are mounted on the wrong frame!

Yes I like the look of rebuilt susp as well and this is why I changed color on some of the parts so you could not mistake my rebuild for a spray bomb rebuild

Kevin
LFD Inc.

Rokcrln · 04-15-2006, 04:39 PM

All finished and ready for drop off! I wonder if he would notice if I swapped for "Project Illusion's" chassie? Now time to get back on the 68crew cab project as well as the blazer "Tip & Flip" dolly. I should have the dolly built next week but it will be about a month before plans are ready to ship out.

Kevin
LFD Inc.

mkundo · 04-16-2006, 09:52 PM

Kevin,
I would like to thank you for a great job done. and to anyone who would need help in there projects, I can highly recommend kevin for his ability and workmanship .

otsenre · 03-04-2007, 10:52 PM

I want to install a shortbed body on a blazer frame, I have benn told blazer frame
is shorter, What can I do?
72 short stepside
71 shortbed 4x4 fleetside
71 4x4 longbed

bouncytruck · 03-05-2007, 01:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by otsenre

I want to install a shortbed body on a blazer frame, I have benn told blazer frame
is shorter, What can I do?

65-72 chevytoys · 03-05-2007, 12:07 PM

:LOL: that is about it. If you got to Kevin's low buck build thread. That is exactly what he did except a long bed box onto a short frame that I think he cut down from long to short also.

Kevin awesome work as usual.

onetonk5 · 03-05-2007, 06:39 PM

Kevin
do you see any problems with the track bar having such an angle?
Always read that it needs to be as parallel with the axle as possible at ride height. Your work is impressive.......your work ethic is more impressive.

LUV2XCLR8 · 03-05-2007, 06:57 PM

Kevin,

Is that the ECE lowered track bar kit? I have it, and the Shock kit also, but
in your pic's it looks as if the shock kit is not needed? Or am I missing it?

Big Block · 03-05-2007, 08:00 PM

I saw one a couple a years ago. It had the truck cab but he cut the blazer bedsides down and installed front bed panel. When I first saw it I thought it was a short bed truck. But I could tell the wheel base looked too short. When I made a closer inspection of it I could tell if was a Blazer. I liked it. If I had a blazer and the tub was to far gone to be saved I would go that route. I wish I would of had my camera.

kyle4381 · 03-05-2007, 09:38 PM

Kevin,

Nice work, that POR-15 turns out real smooth almost like powdercoat.Keep us posted on this one.

Rokcrln · 03-05-2007, 10:37 PM

I will be starting back up in about a month or so. As soon as Lemon Drop is painted the Traiser is comming back. But now I think we are going to do a 2" chop as well

Kevin
LFD Inc.

Rokcrln · 04-19-2007, 11:30 PM

I stoped by tonight and got some pics of the next LFD project vehical. I did this chassie last year and now it is time for the next step. We will start it in a few weeks (once Lemon Drop is done) and will be shaving the firewall, replacing rockers, kicks, small floor areas and tthen tackel the quarter panels. The pic does not show it real well but the passenger side will most likely get replaced and the drivers lowers replaced. Once that work is done I will move on to grafting on the truck roof and full doors. I know putting full doors on a blazer is a major project so I will add tons of pics showing how it is done

Once the top is done and the body is rust free it will get epoxy primmed and the owner will look it over and see if he wants to do a small chop or other mods.

I also included a few pics of his motor. He ended up going with a 350 and a 700R4.

Kevin
LFD Inc.

Rokcrln · 04-19-2007, 11:32 PM

and we will slice in an A/C dash as well

Kevin
LFD Inc.

*72CSTC5* · 04-20-2007, 12:00 AM

NOOOOOOOOOO, DON'T do it!! Leave it a convertible!!!

Rokcrln · 04-20-2007, 12:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 72CSTC5

NOOOOOOOOOO, DON'T do it!! Leave it a convertible!!!

Sorry this guy is "Old School" Merc Lead sleder so it is going all the way. No air leaks and cold A/C for the hot AZ days in the sun.

Kevin
LFD Inc.

vtblazer · 04-20-2007, 06:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rokcrln

I know putting full doors on a blazer is a major project

Your going to cut it at the pillars and just graft a pickup top on and connect it to the quarters with a bulk head, right?

If that's the game plan, installing full doors will be a simple bolt on.

Guess the chop option could change that though.

04-12-2006, 06:35 PM	#26
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,590	Re: Project "Trazer" begins! Looks pretty damn nice that is por-15 correct??? __________________ 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..

04-12-2006, 07:29 PM	#27
Rokcrln Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Winters Ca. 95694 Posts: 4,843	Re: Project "Trazer" begins! Yes it is! And yes that is my rusty chassie sitting in the corner watching everyone else getting worked on But soon it will be "her" turn Kevin LFD Inc.

04-14-2006, 12:20 AM	#28
Rokcrln Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Winters Ca. 95694 Posts: 4,843	Re: Project "Trazer" begins! These parts are sweet I don't think their was any $ spaired on this set up. He wanted beef and he has plenty of beef now! Large bearing, large tube 9", currie hardened axels, CPP tubular trailing arms, Cpp beefed trailing arm cross member, lowered coils front and rear and drop spindles up front as well as all new suspention and steering up front. Should be back rolling by end of the weekend. Just need to clean and paint he front disks and install them as well as the steering joints. The close ratio PS steering box should be here Monday or so. Here are a few more pics! Kevin LFD Inc. Attached Images

04-14-2006, 12:53 AM	#29
krue Designated A-hole! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: South Mississippi Posts: 36,450	Re: Project "Trazer" begins! __________________ "If it ain't broke, fix it 'til it is!" Being stupid ain't illegal. We're Still Debt Free Except for the House!!! www.daveramsey.com 70 GMC SWB Stepside project "Green Booger" soon to be 6.0l/4l80e 93 S-10 "Poppaw's Truck"

04-14-2006, 02:30 AM	#30
Trifelynn Registered User Join Date: May 2004 Location: Williston, North Dakota Posts: 469	Re: Project "Trazer" begins! Love the set-up. Might have to go the same when I get the next blazer... couple of things....Where did you get the rear-end? Did you order it? Or did you pull it off something? Sorry if that is a dumb question, but, I dont know much about rear-ends...other than the Dana 44 I had on my jeep at one time. You think I could get a complete list of goods you used...along with where you got them? I mean, I see that you used CPP for most of the stuff...anthing else you use, that you didnt list? Its coming along great, and keep the pics coming...People like me, and have a basic knowledge, but not enough hand's on, really enjoy the progress stuff...helps me to understand more! Soooo...long story, in a few words!!!! Keep the pics coming! <edited> Did you get the new power steering box from CPP too? __________________ Always looking for a 2wd blazer Last edited by Trifelynn; 04-14-2006 at 02:45 AM.

04-14-2006, 07:24 AM	#31
Rokcrln Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Winters Ca. 95694 Posts: 4,843	Re: Project "Trazer" begins! The rear end is a Ford 9" built by currie ent. As far as the rest of the parts I did not buy or pick out any of them, my customer did all that. And a great job of it as well. I don't know if he gets on here very much but if he does maybe he can list things off. Kevin LFD Inc.

04-14-2006, 07:41 AM	#32
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,470	Re: Project "Trazer" begins! Nice to see a set of those trailing arms in a real world scenario, any issues w/ them, I am really considering those, way down the road, for my 2wd __________________ 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

04-14-2006, 11:08 AM	#33
Yukon Jack Post Whore Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Rose Hill, KS, USA Posts: 12,683	Re: Project "Trazer" begins! That sure is coming along nice! __________________ 1970 Blazer with a 400 sbc and 4" lift 1980 Pontiac Trans Am, 455 Oldsmobile 2012 Kawasaki Concours 14

04-14-2006, 03:33 PM	#34
Pop's72 It's ok to stare... Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 669	Re: Project "Trazer" begins! I love the look of a rebuilt suspension __________________ -Matt 1971 Blazer/Jimmy : Factory 2WD, Factory AC, Crate 350

04-15-2006, 04:39 PM	#36
Rokcrln Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Winters Ca. 95694 Posts: 4,843	Re: Project "Trazer" begins! All finished and ready for drop off! I wonder if he would notice if I swapped for "Project Illusion's" chassie? Now time to get back on the 68crew cab project as well as the blazer "Tip & Flip" dolly. I should have the dolly built next week but it will be about a month before plans are ready to ship out. Kevin LFD Inc. Attached Images

04-16-2006, 09:52 PM	#37
mkundo Registered User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Ca. Posts: 366	Re: Project "Trazer" begins! Kevin, I would like to thank you for a great job done. and to anyone who would need help in there projects, I can highly recommend kevin for his ability and workmanship . __________________ Dan

03-04-2007, 10:52 PM	#38
otsenre Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Colorado Springs, Co Posts: 1,939	Re: Project "Trazer" begins! I want to install a shortbed body on a blazer frame, I have benn told blazer frame is shorter, What can I do? 72 short stepside 71 shortbed 4x4 fleetside 71 4x4 longbed

03-05-2007, 12:07 PM	#40
65-72 chevytoys Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Wesley Chapel, Florida Posts: 1,113	Re: Project "Trazer" begins! :LOL: that is about it. If you got to Kevin's low buck build thread. That is exactly what he did except a long bed box onto a short frame that I think he cut down from long to short also. Kevin awesome work as usual. __________________ 2004 Chevy Silverado 1500LS SWB 5.3L 2004 Corvette Z16 #770 Wish I had not sold 72 blazer

03-05-2007, 06:39 PM	#41
onetonk5 Cereal Killer Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Montgomery, Alabama Posts: 639	Re: Project "Trazer" begins! Kevin do you see any problems with the track bar having such an angle? Always read that it needs to be as parallel with the axle as possible at ride height. Your work is impressive.......your work ethic is more impressive. __________________ If I dont do it....somebody else will.

03-05-2007, 06:57 PM	#42
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,470	Re: Project "Trazer" begins! Kevin, Is that the ECE lowered track bar kit? I have it, and the Shock kit also, but in your pic's it looks as if the shock kit is not needed? Or am I missing it? __________________ 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



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03-05-2007, 08:00 PM	#43
Big Block Big Block Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Durham, N.C. Posts: 1,649	Re: Project "Trazer" begins! I saw one a couple a years ago. It had the truck cab but he cut the blazer bedsides down and installed front bed panel. When I first saw it I thought it was a short bed truck. But I could tell the wheel base looked too short. When I made a closer inspection of it I could tell if was a Blazer. I liked it. If I had a blazer and the tub was to far gone to be saved I would go that route. I wish I would of had my camera.

03-05-2007, 09:38 PM	#44
kyle4381 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: AZ Posts: 416	Re: Project "Trazer" begins! Kevin, Nice work, that POR-15 turns out real smooth almost like powdercoat.Keep us posted on this one.

03-05-2007, 10:37 PM	#45
Rokcrln Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Winters Ca. 95694 Posts: 4,843	Re: Project "Trazer" begins! I will be starting back up in about a month or so. As soon as Lemon Drop is painted the Traiser is comming back. But now I think we are going to do a 2" chop as well Kevin LFD Inc.

04-19-2007, 11:30 PM	#46
Rokcrln Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Winters Ca. 95694 Posts: 4,843	Re: Project "Trazer" begins! I stoped by tonight and got some pics of the next LFD project vehical. I did this chassie last year and now it is time for the next step. We will start it in a few weeks (once Lemon Drop is done) and will be shaving the firewall, replacing rockers, kicks, small floor areas and tthen tackel the quarter panels. The pic does not show it real well but the passenger side will most likely get replaced and the drivers lowers replaced. Once that work is done I will move on to grafting on the truck roof and full doors. I know putting full doors on a blazer is a major project so I will add tons of pics showing how it is done Once the top is done and the body is rust free it will get epoxy primmed and the owner will look it over and see if he wants to do a small chop or other mods. I also included a few pics of his motor. He ended up going with a 350 and a 700R4. Kevin LFD Inc. Attached Images

04-19-2007, 11:32 PM	#47
Rokcrln Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Winters Ca. 95694 Posts: 4,843	Re: Project "Trazer" begins! and we will slice in an A/C dash as well Kevin LFD Inc. Attached Images Last edited by Rokcrln; 04-19-2007 at 11:33 PM.

04-20-2007, 12:00 AM	#48
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