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Slick67 · 12-30-2014, 03:22 AM

Purchased one......

amashal · 01-04-2015, 04:08 PM

Was holding out for some original buckets but got a good deal on some Tahoe buckets. Got them installed yesterday.

Chulisohombre · 01-04-2015, 04:27 PM

Looks pretty nice. I think I'll be getting the same when I get to
My interior resto.

Senorx · 01-04-2015, 04:51 PM

Bought a new battery. Hopefully this cures the latest dead battery issue.

asolde · 01-04-2015, 08:19 PM

I put my NOS USA-1 plate on my 72 today. Didn't take a picture though.

**DeadheadNM** · 01-19-2015, 05:55 PM

Got some parts back from coating: zinc plated, turned out excellent. They look new. You can read the date code etc. on the clamps.

Hat's off to members 72K5CSTDarkOlive and Ironcanine for calling my attention to this process, which restores the original finish. Thank you!

Senorx · 01-20-2015, 12:18 AM

Wow! I didn't know about this. My struts could use this treatment. Point me in the right direction, Pete.

**PDXk5** · 01-20-2015, 12:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DeadheadNM

Got some parts back from coating: zinc plated, turned out excellent. They look new. You can read the date code etc. on the clamps.

Hat's off to members 72K5CSTDarkOlive and Ironcanine for calling my attention to this process, which restores the original finish. Thank you!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Senorx

Wow! I didn't know about this. My struts could use this treatment. Point me in the right direction, Pete.

Wow is right, that looks awesome. I was thinking about the possibility of having the struts re-zinc plated. I was thinking it would be too costly. What process did you have them use? Cold dipped, hot dipped? Anything special needing to be done before dropping off? There are some springs within the struts, I found out the hard way, when I gave them a rust removing acid bath (springs are destroyed but the struts seem to still work). Give us some direction, we would love to have this done!

**DeadheadNM** · 01-20-2015, 10:40 AM

The parts looks even better in person! Those little springs in the struts look great. I dropped off a pile of greasy parts (struts, riser, hatch strikers, clamps, bolts) that I did not prep or clean in any way to Kaehr Coatings in Albuquerque on a recent visit: http://www.kaehr.com/index.cfm

They have a minimum charge of $135 IIRC, which is what I paid plus return shipping cost. This is a great way to go. Kaehr also does phosphate coating (Parkerizing) for door strikersm body bolts, hinges, etc., which also return looking new.

**IronCanine** · 01-20-2015, 10:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DeadheadNM

The parts looks even better in person! Those little springs in the struts look great. I dropped off a pile of greasy parts (struts, riser, hatch strikers, clamps, bolts) that I did not prep or clean in any way to Kaehr Coatings in Albuquerque on a recent visit: http://www.kaehr.com/index.cfm

They have a minimum charge of $135 IIRC, which is what I paid plus return shipping cost. This is a great way to go. Kaehr also does phosphate coating (Parkerizing) for door strikersm body bolts, hinges, etc., which also return looking new.

It is an amazing finish. I couldn't believe it myself. The best stuff was the moveables/assemblies. I didn't take my hood release apart, nor did they, but the spring/hinges/handle everything just looked fantastic. Ron and those guys were fast and reasonable. Can't recommend them enough...Your stuff looks great Pete.

Senorx · 01-21-2015, 02:17 PM

Sweet. I also wanted to get my tow hooks parkerised as well. Looks like a one stop shop. I'll be contacting them as soon as I'm ready.

Senorx · 02-06-2015, 04:01 PM

The PO installed aftermarket clear marker lenses. I found some really nice OEM Amber marker lenses and OEM screws on this forum. I love this place! Looks way better. Like it should. The little things that make us happy. Lol.

On it's way is an OEM blue Bowtie grill emblem. Mine has faded to clear.

Rocketman72 · 02-06-2015, 09:01 PM

I sold it....... Nice project but the new owner will enjoy it as much as I did,

chad75 · 02-06-2015, 09:59 PM

Put on some 35's, and new brake pads and rotors.

Senorx · 02-06-2015, 10:18 PM

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Originally Posted by chad75

Put on some 35's, and new brake pads and rotors.

Oh my! She is drop dead SEXY!

72BlazerFC · 02-07-2015, 03:32 PM

Nice Jimmy Chad. I'm in Kingman, just down the road, lol.

Minnz · 02-07-2015, 06:30 PM

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Originally Posted by chad75

Put on some 35's, and new brake pads and rotors.

Nice Jimmy, Chad75! I'm spending some time down here in the Yuma Foothills getting away from Minnesota. Just spent a good part of the day driving around in area looking at all the old Chevy trucks baking in the sun. No rust!

**DeadheadNM** · 02-07-2015, 10:49 AM

Nice upgrades guys.

Rocketman72 - any next project in the works?

Rocketman72 · 02-09-2015, 12:39 PM

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Originally Posted by DeadheadNM

Nice upgrades guys.

Rocketman72 - any next project in the works?

I have a 72 Chev. Pick up that I'm thinking about restoring.

montsb · 02-27-2015, 08:05 PM

This took some time but thought I would share. Got new front wheel bearings, seals, and brake pads and installed them. I got so tired of "life time warenty" alternators from Napa dieing on me every 4-6 months and ordered a power master 110 amp alternator. Also installed a 3 core Champion aluminum radiator and dual 14" electric fans. Also put new MSD street fire distributor, 8.5 mm wires, Weiand Stelth intake, and Edelbrock carb. Just thought I would share for thought provoking or motivation 👍

montsb · 02-27-2015, 08:10 PM

Picture with one fan mounted.

Chulisohombre · 02-27-2015, 09:26 PM

Damn that's a lot of work For one day. Haha. I wish it wasn't -10 windchill so
I could work On mine. It's covered in 2 feet of snow. Good work there by the way.

72BlazerFC · 02-07-2015, 03:53 PM

I'm putting in a new ignition switch. The wire that comes from the Voltage Regulator then goes into the back of the fuse panel connects to the switch but I can't find where it comes out of fuse panel.
Anyone know what color wire it is. I have a brown/white stripe wire that is one small silver wire that isn't connected to anything and looks like it was connected to old ignition switch.
My new ignition switch plug has pink wire, double red wires, purple wire, double green wires, double brown wires. Have all but alternator wire figured out. Any help is greatly appreciated.

Jlo1986 · 02-07-2015, 04:38 PM

I primed and painted some old Rally Wheels and put them on some new tires. I just need to put on the rings.

**Moreyel** · 03-17-2015, 05:21 PM

Super, I like the new shiny bumper, but I really like that it's got a New Mexico plate!

12-30-2014, 03:22 AM	#1
Slick67 Sofa King Crazy!! Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 3,090	Re: What did you do to your Blazer/Jimmy today? Purchased one...... __________________ You found the Tater. *My Blazer Build (New)* - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=654650 *My 67 Build* - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=335650 67 Chevy LWB big window a/c AKA TOTALLED BY A JACKASS. 1972 2wd Blazer "Porterbuilt and Sloshed"

01-04-2015, 04:08 PM	#2
amashal Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Allen,TX Posts: 223	Re: What did you do to your Blazer/Jimmy today? Was holding out for some original buckets but got a good deal on some Tahoe buckets. Got them installed yesterday. Attached Images

01-04-2015, 04:27 PM	#3
Chulisohombre Registered User Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Bangor pa Posts: 1,223	Re: What did you do to your Blazer/Jimmy today? Looks pretty nice. I think I'll be getting the same when I get to My interior resto. __________________ 72 3/4 ton blazer. 5 inch lift on 35 inch tires. 355 corvette engine with crane roller rockers, rv cam, edelbrock carb and intake with one inch spacer. Thrush Headers with flowmaster 40 duels. 4speed sm465 manual. 4 wheel disk brakes with Inboarded rear shock prerunner style mounts and shocks.

01-04-2015, 04:51 PM	#4
Senorx Registered User Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: South Texas Posts: 567	Re: What did you do to your Blazer/Jimmy today? Bought a new battery. Hopefully this cures the latest dead battery issue. Last edited by Senorx; 01-04-2015 at 04:59 PM.

01-04-2015, 08:19 PM	#5
asolde Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Henderson Nevada Posts: 804	Re: What did you do to your Blazer/Jimmy today? I put my NOS USA-1 plate on my 72 today. Didn't take a picture though. __________________ 1972 cheverolet K5 CST Blazer 350/auto/AC/PS/PB/Aux Batt From Medford, Oregon

01-19-2015, 05:55 PM	#6
DeadheadNM Carpe manana Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Eau Claire, WI Posts: 12,316	Re: What did you do to your Blazer/Jimmy today? Got some parts back from coating: zinc plated, turned out excellent. They look new. You can read the date code etc. on the clamps. Hat's off to members 72K5CSTDarkOlive and Ironcanine for calling my attention to this process, which restores the original finish. Thank you! Attached Images __________________ 1972 K5 CST Highlander Blazer: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=708547 1972 K20 Cheyenne Super: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=528308 Members met: ORANGBLAZ, 2003 silverado, MikeCofield, BB72CHEVKT, Duncan&Son, Sameyrasmea72, THENEWMEXICAN, HotRod C/10, brianthelion02, Sport/Truck, ryanroo, michael bustamante, Dirt's72, Already Gone, WestButteTruck, 57taskforce, Moreyel, painterljp, AASmedic, SoCoC10, Lumaestas, carbuff382, Chevyland Last edited by DeadheadNM; 01-19-2015 at 09:50 PM.

01-20-2015, 12:18 AM	#7
Senorx Registered User Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: South Texas Posts: 567	Re: What did you do to your Blazer/Jimmy today? Wow! I didn't know about this. My struts could use this treatment. Point me in the right direction, Pete.

01-20-2015, 10:40 AM	#9
DeadheadNM Carpe manana Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Eau Claire, WI Posts: 12,316	Re: What did you do to your Blazer/Jimmy today? The parts looks even better in person! Those little springs in the struts look great. I dropped off a pile of greasy parts (struts, riser, hatch strikers, clamps, bolts) that I did not prep or clean in any way to Kaehr Coatings in Albuquerque on a recent visit: http://www.kaehr.com/index.cfm They have a minimum charge of $135 IIRC, which is what I paid plus return shipping cost. This is a great way to go. Kaehr also does phosphate coating (Parkerizing) for door strikersm body bolts, hinges, etc., which also return looking new. __________________ 1972 K5 CST Highlander Blazer: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=708547 1972 K20 Cheyenne Super: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=528308 Members met: ORANGBLAZ, 2003 silverado, MikeCofield, BB72CHEVKT, Duncan&Son, Sameyrasmea72, THENEWMEXICAN, HotRod C/10, brianthelion02, Sport/Truck, ryanroo, michael bustamante, Dirt's72, Already Gone, WestButteTruck, 57taskforce, Moreyel, painterljp, AASmedic, SoCoC10, Lumaestas, carbuff382, Chevyland

01-21-2015, 02:17 PM	#11
Senorx Registered User Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: South Texas Posts: 567	Re: What did you do to your Blazer/Jimmy today? Sweet. I also wanted to get my tow hooks parkerised as well. Looks like a one stop shop. I'll be contacting them as soon as I'm ready.

02-06-2015, 04:01 PM	#12
Senorx Registered User Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: South Texas Posts: 567	Re: What did you do to your Blazer/Jimmy today? The PO installed aftermarket clear marker lenses. I found some really nice OEM Amber marker lenses and OEM screws on this forum. I love this place! Looks way better. Like it should. The little things that make us happy. Lol. On it's way is an OEM blue Bowtie grill emblem. Mine has faded to clear. Attached Images Last edited by Senorx; 02-06-2015 at 04:18 PM.

02-06-2015, 09:01 PM	#13
Rocketman72 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Orange, CA Posts: 105	Re: What did you do to your Blazer/Jimmy today? I sold it....... Nice project but the new owner will enjoy it as much as I did, __________________ Don aka Rocket_Man 72 K5 Blazer 454 CI 2002 Honda VTX 1800C

02-06-2015, 09:59 PM	#14
chad75 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Yuma, AZ Posts: 58	Re: What did you do to your Blazer/Jimmy today? Put on some 35's, and new brake pads and rotors. Attached Images

02-07-2015, 03:32 PM	#16
72BlazerFC Freedom Fighter U.S.Army Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Kingman, AZ. Posts: 79	Re: What did you do to your Blazer/Jimmy today? Nice Jimmy Chad. I'm in Kingman, just down the road, lol.

02-07-2015, 10:49 AM	#18
DeadheadNM Carpe manana Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Eau Claire, WI Posts: 12,316	Re: What did you do to your Blazer/Jimmy today? Nice upgrades guys. Rocketman72 - any next project in the works? __________________ 1972 K5 CST Highlander Blazer: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=708547 1972 K20 Cheyenne Super: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=528308 Members met: ORANGBLAZ, 2003 silverado, MikeCofield, BB72CHEVKT, Duncan&Son, Sameyrasmea72, THENEWMEXICAN, HotRod C/10, brianthelion02, Sport/Truck, ryanroo, michael bustamante, Dirt's72, Already Gone, WestButteTruck, 57taskforce, Moreyel, painterljp, AASmedic, SoCoC10, Lumaestas, carbuff382, Chevyland

02-27-2015, 08:05 PM	#20
montsb Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: White City, Oregon Posts: 64	Re: What did you do to your Blazer/Jimmy today? This took some time but thought I would share. Got new front wheel bearings, seals, and brake pads and installed them. I got so tired of "life time warenty" alternators from Napa dieing on me every 4-6 months and ordered a power master 110 amp alternator. Also installed a 3 core Champion aluminum radiator and dual 14" electric fans. Also put new MSD street fire distributor, 8.5 mm wires, Weiand Stelth intake, and Edelbrock carb. Just thought I would share for thought provoking or motivation 👍 Attached Images



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02-27-2015, 08:10 PM	#21
montsb Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: White City, Oregon Posts: 64	Re: What did you do to your Blazer/Jimmy today? Picture with one fan mounted. Attached Images

02-27-2015, 09:26 PM	#22
Chulisohombre Registered User Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Bangor pa Posts: 1,223	Re: What did you do to your Blazer/Jimmy today? Damn that's a lot of work For one day. Haha. I wish it wasn't -10 windchill so I could work On mine. It's covered in 2 feet of snow. Good work there by the way. __________________ 72 3/4 ton blazer. 5 inch lift on 35 inch tires. 355 corvette engine with crane roller rockers, rv cam, edelbrock carb and intake with one inch spacer. Thrush Headers with flowmaster 40 duels. 4speed sm465 manual. 4 wheel disk brakes with Inboarded rear shock prerunner style mounts and shocks.

02-07-2015, 03:53 PM	#23
72BlazerFC Freedom Fighter U.S.Army Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Kingman, AZ. Posts: 79	Re: What did you do to your Blazer/Jimmy today? I'm putting in a new ignition switch. The wire that comes from the Voltage Regulator then goes into the back of the fuse panel connects to the switch but I can't find where it comes out of fuse panel. Anyone know what color wire it is. I have a brown/white stripe wire that is one small silver wire that isn't connected to anything and looks like it was connected to old ignition switch. My new ignition switch plug has pink wire, double red wires, purple wire, double green wires, double brown wires. Have all but alternator wire figured out. Any help is greatly appreciated.

02-07-2015, 04:38 PM	#24
Jlo1986 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Gilroy, Ca Posts: 84	Re: What did you do to your Blazer/Jimmy today? I primed and painted some old Rally Wheels and put them on some new tires. I just need to put on the rings. Attached Images __________________ JLO 1972 Blazer 2WD 1986 Chevy Silverado (Black) 1986 Chevy Silverado (Blue)

03-17-2015, 05:21 PM	#25
Moreyel Active Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Cedar Crest, NM Posts: 197	Re: What did you do to your Blazer/Jimmy today? Super, I like the new shiny bumper, but I really like that it's got a New Mexico plate! __________________ 72 Blazer, 70 El Camino SS, Anniversary HD FatBoy, 2012 Ram 3500 4WD Dually, 17 Dodge Challenger, 80 Vette, 65 Chevy 3/4 Ton 4 W/D Pickup and some more. Wife: 06 GMC Duramax 3500 4WD Single Wheel, 2016 BMW X3. Next: Rust removal on my Blazer. Thinking of putting a 50 Chevy cab on a 76 Chev 4 WD pickup. Members Met: Aldtime, DeadheadNM

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