Possible Road Trip Event for Blazer/Jimmy Owners - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

vtblazer · 11-05-2008, 06:33 PM

Okay, here's the pitch:

I want to attend a gathering being held in Tenn. sometime during July of 09 and thought it's be very cool to make some sort of "event" out of it.

We have several builds currently running on the board, this could serve as great incentive for all of us to be done.

So if you think you might be able to make it, post up and say your in.
This could turn into something really cool/fun, so lets see where it goes...

Those who own blazers/jimmys are all invited, don't care from which direction you come from either.

How 'bout it boys?

**jamie72** · 11-05-2008, 09:51 PM

i`ve been thinkng of taking mine next year, but i would like to replace the tired motor and tranny at least, it would be a freakin blast thou.

4bynut · 11-05-2008, 10:31 PM

What kind of event is it? Does it have any mud racing or trail runs? I'd be interested. Also where in Tenn. is it held? Jason

Also is there a web site with more info?

Big J · 11-05-2008, 11:31 PM

If I can get it done, I'd be in. Keep in mind I'm building a DD not a trail toy.... Not that it wouldn't be able, more of me being a pansy with it

Been there done that type of fun. Still enjoy it, just not with this one.

vtblazer · 11-06-2008, 06:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jamie72

i`ve been thinkng of taking mine next year, but i would like to replace the tired motor and tranny at least, it would be a freakin blast thou.

All right then, now you've got a reason to do it!

Quote:

Originally Posted by 4bynut

What kind of event is it? Does it have any mud racing or trail runs? I'd be interested. Also where in Tenn. is it held? Jason

Also is there a web site with more info?

Not an off road trip, it's more about driving the old iron to get there.

No web site other than here, we would pretty much be crashing the Tenn. boys meet-n-greet.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Big J

If I can get it done, I'd be in. Keep in mind I'm build a DD not a trail toy.... Not that it wouldn't be able, more of me being a pansy with it

Been there done that type of fun. Still enjoy it, just not with this one.

Same as mine, it'll be built to run trails but this isn't that.

Chevyman63 · 11-06-2008, 07:20 AM

Sounds like a good time, but I can't commit yet just because I don't know if mine will be ready by then. That would be a good target date though.

vtblazer · 11-06-2008, 07:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Chevyman63

Sounds like a good time, but I can't commit yet just because I don't know if mine will be ready by then. That would be a good target date though.

Plan to come either way, with or without your blazer or maybe think about riding shot gun from VT.

I know a couple guys down there that would be willing to pick you up from the airport too.

Chevyman63 · 11-06-2008, 07:44 AM

For now, put me down for a maybe. I am very hopeful that my Blazer will be in running condition by then. This may be the motivation I need to "git-r-dun".

And thanks for the shotgun offer, I'm sure that would be a good time as well. I'll see how things go between now and then.

vtblazer · 11-06-2008, 07:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chevyman63

For now, put me down for a maybe. I am very hopeful that my Blazer will be in running condition by then. This may be the motivation I need to "git-r-dun".

And thanks for the shotgun offer, I'm sure that would be a good time as well. I'll see how things go between now and then.

Yeah, I'm in the same boat...need to get my build going!

FYI, I pm'd the guy who is holding the get-together to make sure a potential blazer/jimmy onslaught is okay with him.

Chevyman63 · 11-06-2008, 07:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vtblazer

FYI, I pm'd the guy who is holding the get-together to make sure a potential blazer/jimmy onslaught is okay with him.

Probably a good idea.

That does sound really cool...a line of first gens cruising down the highway.

Jtrux · 11-06-2008, 09:51 AM

Dang, driving all the way from Texas would be kind of cool...

**Ron 586** · 11-06-2008, 05:37 PM

I just replyed to VTblazer's PM telling him to bring it on. The meet is going to be the 3ed weekend of July. I'm located in Big Sandy Tennessee 38221. You can check out the place by clicking on the last photobucket link in my siggy. It is the same place that we held the national board meet for 2008. Loads of pics in those links as well. We can make it 1 day or a week if you want to stay. Let's get it going, the Zoo Crew is always ready for a party.

Huck · 11-06-2008, 09:18 PM

Ron, you going to have that green blazer project done by then?? hehehehe

AJs72K5 · 11-06-2008, 11:25 PM

Well......the wife didn't immediately say, "No." But it's gonna take a lot of convincing to pull it off. Call me a maybe at this point.

**Ron 586** · 11-07-2008, 01:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Huck

Ron, you going to have that green blazer project done by then?? hehehehe

I have to plead temporary insanity on the day I bought that thing.......but it was done with good intentions

Would be good to see you folks next summer. Hope you get to make it.

LUV2XCLR8 · 11-07-2008, 05:40 AM

Ron, I got a small part that would speed up that build

Kurt, I Luv the idea, and I will be there even if in pieces

Everyone else, bring it on, we got rooms and airport transfers

Jtrux · 11-07-2008, 12:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AJs72K5

Well......the wife didn't immediately say, "No." But it's gonna take a lot of convincing to pull it off. Call me a maybe at this point.

It won't take a whole lot to get mine road worthy seeing as how the drivetrain is new but it's still not gonna be pretty so IF I do get out there you'll have to follow me seeing as how there's no way I can follow up behind your bad ass blazer.

RAB38 · 11-07-2008, 02:14 PM

Sounds like fun, maybe I can meet up with you guys when you pass by MD. I'll mark the date and see what happens

Jtrux · 11-07-2008, 03:24 PM

For all the San Antonio guys I did a quick mapquest and this is what I got:

Estimated Time: 13 hours 50 minutes Estimated Distance: 874.69 miles

LUV2XCLR8 · 11-07-2008, 04:53 PM

I'm only 1 hour and 10 minutes from Ron's. I have 3 extra
guests rooms in my house for anyone wanting to come. If
nothing else it would offset the gas vs. a few hotel rooms.

vtblazer · 11-08-2008, 09:25 AM

Looks like it's 1212 miles each way for me, so hopefully we can find a few board members along the way and grab some overnight carpet space to try and save on the no-tell motel thing.

Big trip for a shake down run but some-one's gotta do it.

Chevyman63 · 11-08-2008, 09:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vtblazer

Looks like it's 1212 miles each way for me, so hopefully we can find a few board members along the way and grab some overnight carpet space to try and save on the no-tell motel thing.

Big trip for a shake down run but some-one's gotta do it.

You da man!!

Hopefully I will be ready by then.

Looks like 650 - 700 miles from here.

**Ron 586** · 11-08-2008, 10:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vtblazer

Looks like it's 1212 miles each way for me, so hopefully we can find a few board members along the way and grab some overnight carpet space to try and save on the no-tell motel thing.

Big trip for a shake down run but some-one's gotta do it.

That would be one more shake down cruise but I know you and your build would be up to it. I truly hope that this cruise gets all the Blazer owners involved. So here's to a big meeting in Big Sandy, Tennessee the 3ed weekend of July.

Big J · 11-09-2008, 09:51 AM

Someones gotta say it.
GIT R DONE!!!

vtblazer · 11-09-2008, 10:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Big J

Someones gotta say it.
GIT R DONE!!!

...okay, okay.

With luck I'll spend some time on it today, with more luck, I'll get the tub off the frame...so wish me luck.

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100% Sure Thing - Count Me In	5	13.16%
Not Gonna Happen but Hey, Have Fun!	8	21.05%
Really Want To but Can't Commit Just Yet	11	28.95%
Thinking About It	5	13.16%
Gotta Get The Ride Done First	9	23.68%
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11-05-2008, 06:33 PM	#1
vtblazer Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Central Vermont Posts: 8,538	Possible Road Trip Event for Blazer/Jimmy Owners Okay, here's the pitch: I want to attend a gathering being held in Tenn. sometime during July of 09 and thought it's be very cool to make some sort of "event" out of it. We have several builds currently running on the board, this could serve as great incentive for all of us to be done. So if you think you might be able to make it, post up and say your in. This could turn into something really cool/fun, so lets see where it goes... Those who own blazers/jimmys are all invited, don't care from which direction you come from either. How 'bout it boys?

11-05-2008, 09:51 PM	#2
jamie72 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: madison indiana Posts: 3,840	Re: Possible Road Trip Event for Blazer/Jimmy Owners i`ve been thinkng of taking mine next year, but i would like to replace the tired motor and tranny at least, it would be a freakin blast thou. __________________ jamie72 72 BB cheyenne -- Restoration getting started.. member #807 http://www.myspace.com/whitetailobsession www.antlertalk.com

11-05-2008, 10:31 PM	#3
4bynut Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Morrison, IL Posts: 793	Re: Possible Road Trip Event for Blazer/Jimmy Owners What kind of event is it? Does it have any mud racing or trail runs? I'd be interested. Also where in Tenn. is it held? Jason Also is there a web site with more info? __________________ 2007 Chevy 2500HD crew cab, 4x4, duramax w/Allison trans. 2001 Chevy ZR2 Ext. cab 4x4 (DD) 1967 Chevy SWB 4x4, BBC, Th400, NP205, 6" lift, and 35's (In Process) 1970 Chevy Blazer 4x4, BBC, TH400, NP241, 6" lift, and 38.5 boggers in front, 44 boggers on the rear ( mud racer project) Last edited by 4bynut; 11-05-2008 at 10:32 PM.

11-05-2008, 11:31 PM	#4
Big J Its lookin' like a Blazer! Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Gods Country, KY Posts: 1,773	Re: Possible Road Trip Event for Blazer/Jimmy Owners If I can get it done, I'd be in. Keep in mind I'm building a DD not a trail toy.... Not that it wouldn't be able, more of me being a pansy with it Been there done that type of fun. Still enjoy it, just not with this one. __________________ BAZINGA! My Build Last edited by Big J; 11-09-2008 at 09:49 AM.

11-06-2008, 07:20 AM	#6
Chevyman63 Can't wait to retire!! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Corunna, MI Posts: 1,575	Re: Possible Road Trip Event for Blazer/Jimmy Owners Sounds like a good time, but I can't commit yet just because I don't know if mine will be ready by then. That would be a good target date though. __________________ 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

11-06-2008, 07:44 AM	#8
Chevyman63 Can't wait to retire!! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Corunna, MI Posts: 1,575	Re: Possible Road Trip Event for Blazer/Jimmy Owners For now, put me down for a maybe. I am very hopeful that my Blazer will be in running condition by then. This may be the motivation I need to "git-r-dun". And thanks for the shotgun offer, I'm sure that would be a good time as well. I'll see how things go between now and then. __________________ 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

11-06-2008, 09:51 AM	#11
Jtrux I'm a poor spectator Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: San Antonio, Tx Posts: 2,287	Re: Possible Road Trip Event for Blazer/Jimmy Owners Dang, driving all the way from Texas would be kind of cool... __________________ 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!!!

11-06-2008, 05:37 PM	#12
Ron 586 RIP Mr Ron Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Big Sandy, Tn. 38221 Posts: 8,166	Re: Possible Road Trip Event for Blazer/Jimmy Owners I just replyed to VTblazer's PM telling him to bring it on. The meet is going to be the 3ed weekend of July. I'm located in Big Sandy Tennessee 38221. You can check out the place by clicking on the last photobucket link in my siggy. It is the same place that we held the national board meet for 2008. Loads of pics in those links as well. We can make it 1 day or a week if you want to stay. Let's get it going, the Zoo Crew is always ready for a party. __________________ Ron (Mr Round Tuit) Be kinder than necessary, for everyone you meet is fighting some kind of battle TN Message Forum TN Facebook Group SETN Truck Show My Photobucket

11-06-2008, 09:18 PM	#13
Huck Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Shelbyville, KY Posts: 3,269	Re: Possible Road Trip Event for Blazer/Jimmy Owners Ron, you going to have that green blazer project done by then?? hehehehe

11-06-2008, 11:25 PM	#14
AJs72K5 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: South Tx Posts: 1,083	Re: Possible Road Trip Event for Blazer/Jimmy Owners Well......the wife didn't immediately say, "No." But it's gonna take a lot of convincing to pull it off. Call me a maybe at this point. __________________ - AJ Gray Matter Build - 1972 K5 with some stuff

11-07-2008, 05:40 AM	#16
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,470	Re: Possible Road Trip Event for Blazer/Jimmy Owners Ron, I got a small part that would speed up that build Kurt, I Luv the idea, and I will be there even if in pieces Everyone else, bring it on, we got rooms and airport transfers __________________ 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

11-07-2008, 02:14 PM	#18
RAB38 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Southern Maryland Posts: 164	Re: Possible Road Trip Event for Blazer/Jimmy Owners Sounds like fun, maybe I can meet up with you guys when you pass by MD. I'll mark the date and see what happens __________________ 72 Blazer CST 383 stroker roller, fuel inj, t350,NP205, D60 front, 14b rear, detroit locker, 38 x15.50 mtz's, welds, cross over steering, custom cage,Line X Spray in liner, House of Colors Tangelo Pearl Orange

11-07-2008, 03:24 PM	#19
Jtrux I'm a poor spectator Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: San Antonio, Tx Posts: 2,287	Re: Possible Road Trip Event for Blazer/Jimmy Owners For all the San Antonio guys I did a quick mapquest and this is what I got: Estimated Time: 13 hours 50 minutes Estimated Distance: 874.69 miles __________________ 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!!!

11-07-2008, 04:53 PM	#20
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,470	Re: Possible Road Trip Event for Blazer/Jimmy Owners I'm only 1 hour and 10 minutes from Ron's. I have 3 extra guests rooms in my house for anyone wanting to come. If nothing else it would offset the gas vs. a few hotel rooms. __________________ 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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11-08-2008, 09:25 AM	#21
vtblazer Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Central Vermont Posts: 8,538	Re: Possible Road Trip Event for Blazer/Jimmy Owners Looks like it's 1212 miles each way for me, so hopefully we can find a few board members along the way and grab some overnight carpet space to try and save on the no-tell motel thing. Big trip for a shake down run but some-one's gotta do it.

11-09-2008, 09:51 AM	#24
Big J Its lookin' like a Blazer! Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Gods Country, KY Posts: 1,773	Re: Possible Road Trip Event for Blazer/Jimmy Owners Someones gotta say it. GIT R DONE!!! __________________ BAZINGA! My Build

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