Blazer retractable convertible top

[zammer]

sorry no new pictures yet, i just took top rack apart and bead blasted the crap out of it at work last night while i could.. I'm thinking of doing a POR 15 coating to it after as I like the way the other things i have done with POR look.. also may be good for the abuse it can take (scratches, rain, dirt etc..) would anyone recommend another kind of paint for it other then the gloss black POR 15?

[PHAT TONY]

I'd use Endura; both are epoxy coatings and Endura's 1/3 the price or less.

[zammer]

good idea Tony, i forgot about Endura. Thats what is laying on my frame and Rad support and it looks pretty much like Por 15 too. Its of course made just down the way from me too.. thanks for the tip..

[zammer]

i got some new pictures with the rack on the blaze without the middle bows but the fitting is the same.. Decided after lots of thinking and different ideas of how i was going to finish the back and came up with having a rear hatch trunk that opens when the top is either going up or down and it will be on air cylinders as well. I cut a piece of fiber board to roughly give an idea of how it will work.. The real one will also extend another 4" towards the front following the approx 45 degree angle of the rear seats to further cover the top when its under the trunk top and so it cleans up the gap around the seats.
Also picked up a old new to me gmc 67/68 hood!

[zammer]

Also in the end of doing all the way around the box with the raised waistline it took 8 doors, and I have currently had to get 3 complete top racks as well for the extra parts needed for sectioning the width and length. The rear bow that will sit on top of the rear hatch cover will also be a tack bow from blend of parts and i also have to look into rubber seals that will sit on top and seal decent as well as finding a way to mount the seal. This bow will have to be on air as well to move up and off the hatch when the top is ready to be folded down under the hatch, so the trunk cover can open and be clear of it.. that is the next step i am on.. measure measure measure.
I think i have to get more/larger air receivers as well now with all this air moving things around originally i had one only for the bags until i took this beast project on

[BigCountryx]

The top is sick, can't wait to see how this plays out
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[zammer]

Me too
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[zammer]

Not much of a top update but since I've spent so much time on the top and it needs a fine tuning now I was looking at parting out the blazer because it felt like i wasn't getting anywhere. So, instead of doing that I came to my senses and I have the top production on hold and am going through with the fun still again (things you see progress on) and continuing with getting the engine running. I put in a new distributor, and looking to order a boyd welding tank with efi! And once installed I am going to try out the FAST ez efi system I've been looking at for over 3 years now and bolt that onto my intake and try it out
That is enough to get me excited abiout working on it again.. Just need a break from the top, I will finish it though as I'm 80% done approx..

[BMERDOC]

Nice job on the top Zammer! Good thing you didn't part it! Do you have any pics or info on how you laid the windshield back?

[hgs_notes]

Good to hear it. I know how getting stuck on one area of a build can wear you down. I didn't use the EZ system, looked at it though, but found a less expensive alternative with a used holley system. Once the efi is on and running though, its outstanding. I think you'll like it.

[tubbedII]

I too am glad you didn't part this out. It's great that instead of moving to another project you moved to another part of this one as well!

[jeffg1010]

This is one of my favorite Blazer threads. Glad to see you are keeping the dream alive. I know how it is sometimes easy to get frustrated at the build process. Very cool that you refocused on other areas to keep it going. After all, a cool convertible top is kinda boring on a truck with no engine. It's gonna be a iconic show stopper when it's done.

[zammer]

Thanks guys!
I want the rest of the truck to move at least as fast as the top will
Since i started doing some engine/exhaust work this week I spend every minute I can on this thing now... Its like a renewed love

[blazin]

Originally Posted by zammer

Thanks guys!
I want the rest of the truck to move at least as fast as the top will
Since i started doing some engine/exhaust work this week I spend every minute I can on this thing now... Its like a renewed love

looks awesome. id love to check it out when its done.

[Slammed66]

Glad to hear it didn't get parted out.

This thing is badass!
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[zammer]

Thanks for the comments!
I have a non top update again... I bolted on the FAST EZ EFI kit and finished welding up the exhaust, put on the new HEI and plugs/wires and she fired right up! Its been 41 months since that engine has seen fire
It was just awesome hearing that cam again and the idle.. Here are some shots. The last pic is the engine bay when i bought it. Only the block and top end is the same. I am going to try and upload the video with the engine running

[zammer]

Also today as of an hour ago my new wheels are in woo hoo!
I sold the Boss 338's to a friend and ordered up some Eagle 225's staggered set 8.5x20 and 10x20... I cant wait to bolt them on tonight

[YBNORML]

Looking sweet! Now hurry up and get those wheels on so we can see how she looks.
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[zammer]

Here's some with em mounted...
I finished the inside metal with POR and set the 2 seats in place to stage for now as well... Just need for the snow to melt and i can drive it around the neighborhood

[zammer]

[YBNORML]

Looks awesome!!!
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[zammer]

thank you! I agreee, i really like these wheels! The offset is perfect too. In the back I have 1/4" clearance aired out from the tire to inner bedside fender..
I like the full polished/chrome wheel more then I thought

[Slammed66]

I'm running 225s on my 64 as well.

Agreed winter can eff off any time now!!
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[zammer]

Nice Matt! I just checked out your build , just awesome!
We will have to get these trucks together for a 225 wheel picture together one day... I'm pretty happy with the fit and finish of these wheels and they look sick

[PHAT TONY]

Hmmm....do I want a set?