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04-02-2008, 02:35 AM | #1 |
2wd FTW!!!!
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Re: my 1970 blazer build=4wd to 2wd
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04-25-2008, 12:21 PM | #2 |
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Re: my 1970 blazer build=4wd to 2wd
more progress! i pulled the frame out from under the truck for an intense restoration! man it was rusty!!! and i grinded off the rest of the 4wd components in the rear (leaf spring hangars and parking brake brackets). The trailing arm crossmember is already drilled out too! found my trailing arm rear end. hardest thing to do now is fabricate a shock crossmember? pictures are always greatly appretiated! does anyone know if E.C.E. sells the conversion coil spring brackets instead of airbag brackets?
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04-25-2008, 05:08 PM | #3 |
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Re: my 1970 blazer build=4wd to 2wd
When I first did mine, I moved the crossmember from the front leaf hangers back to where the shock crossmember would be on a coil truck. For spring brackets, you will do the same as you would for bags, just use the stock coil spring retainers...
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04-28-2008, 05:02 PM | #4 |
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Re: my 1970 blazer build=4wd to 2wd
Lookin good...
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05-10-2008, 05:41 PM | #5 |
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Re: my 1970 blazer build=4wd to 2wd
Lookin' good and your pops built a fine lookin' rig too. If you want to convert another one when you're done, let me know
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08-16-2008, 05:12 AM | #6 |
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Re: my 1970 blazer build=4wd to 2wd
I like it, would be doing the same thing if I had not found a 2wd frame
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08-16-2008, 09:31 AM | #7 |
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Re: my 1970 blazer build=4wd to 2wd
Nice work, thanks.
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10-08-2008, 04:01 PM | #8 |
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Re: my 1970 blazer build=4wd to 2wd
here are some pix of the frame after many hours of sandblasting
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01-28-2009, 03:16 AM | #9 |
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Re: my 1970 blazer build=4wd to 2wd
painted my frame after hours of hard work! really coming together nicely! here are some pics, sorry for the dusty frame pics im sanding my belly
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01-28-2009, 10:19 AM | #10 |
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Re: my 1970 blazer build=4wd to 2wd
Frame looks great!
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01-28-2009, 03:58 PM | #11 |
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01-29-2009, 08:18 PM | #13 |
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Re: my 1970 blazer build=4wd to 2wd
Great Build! subscribing..
I just acquired my first 70 Blazer, and will be converting it to 2wd with trailing arms and air bags very shortly. I will keep an eye on your progress as it is good inspiration to help me tackle mine.
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01-30-2009, 07:17 PM | #14 |
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Re: my 1970 blazer build=4wd to 2wd
Looks great!!! Its almost a shame you have to cover it up with the body.
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02-04-2009, 07:11 AM | #15 |
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Re: my 1970 blazer build=4wd to 2wd
thanks to evryone who responded! here are some NON-dusty frame pics! enjoi!
question: do you all think i could flipp my blazer tub on one of its side quarter panels onto a matress without it getting damaged??? has anyone done this before? Last edited by toplesskayfiver; 02-04-2009 at 07:12 AM. |
02-04-2009, 02:42 PM | #16 |
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Re: my 1970 blazer build=4wd to 2wd
You in the Sac area? I could get a few guys together to help.
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02-04-2009, 05:16 PM | #17 | ||
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Re: my 1970 blazer build=4wd to 2wd
[quote=hotrodhomi;3124660]I would not flip my tub on the side to lay it down, mattress or not. especially without welding some braces in there to keep it straight. What are you trying to do? QUOTE]
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big thanks 2 u homi but im in southern california. i want to be able to clean the underbody easier standing instead of laying on a creeper, very uncomfortable, to me it doesnt seem like it would take on any damage what do you guys thing will flex or get damaged? another question is how hard is it to just take the bed sides apart?? |
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02-06-2009, 01:46 PM | #18 |
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Re: my 1970 blazer build=4wd to 2wd
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02-06-2009, 01:50 PM | #19 |
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Re: my 1970 blazer build=4wd to 2wd
boy u guys were wrong this time...................................
and im a much younger member with a "non-real 2wd" wut do i know ahhaha |
02-04-2009, 10:03 AM | #20 |
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Re: my 1970 blazer build=4wd to 2wd
I would not flip my tub on the side to lay it down, mattress or not. especially without welding some braces in there to keep it straight. What are you trying to do? If you are just worried about moving it back on to the body. you should just buy some beer and invite a few guys over.
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02-04-2009, 01:12 PM | #21 |
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Re: my 1970 blazer build=4wd to 2wd
I wouldn't. Too much of a chance for damage. Take a look at the last few posts in my thread. The engine crane picks it up just fine and you can go pretty high to get under if thats what your wanting to do.
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02-04-2009, 02:22 PM | #22 |
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Re: my 1970 blazer build=4wd to 2wd
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02-06-2009, 09:09 PM | #23 |
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Re: my 1970 blazer build=4wd to 2wd
Hey careful you dont it want to fall over on you
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02-08-2009, 07:08 AM | #24 |
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Re: my 1970 blazer build=4wd to 2wd
i know i got it all tied up to the framing ffo the walls and currentl working on building a couple of arms for the body roller to flip it and hopefully make it alott f*%$#@% safer
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02-08-2009, 09:39 AM | #25 |
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Re: my 1970 blazer build=4wd to 2wd
Not wrong really just leaning toward not damaging a nice tub or getting hurt in the process. Thats a lot of weight on that beside, matress or not. Just be cautious.
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