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70k52wd · 06-24-2009, 11:06 AM

Thanks my67...

Mark, I really haven't had a chance to drive it yet. My guess is I can ride with the equivalent of a 6in front drop, and 7in rear drop.
Mark, that's what bags are all about, low smooth ride.

You can even tow with bags, don't try that with springs that low.

jgh64pkup · 07-20-2009, 10:35 AM

very nice blazer
here is my solution to the tire problem
paint one side black and the other silver
thats the way mine is right now
not for that purpose just because im too lazy to paint the others

70k52wd · 07-20-2009, 05:06 PM

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Originally Posted by jgh64pkup

very nice blazer
here is my solution to the tire problem
paint one side black and the other silver
thats the way mine is right now
not for that purpose just because im too lazy to paint the others

Thanks for compliment.
I have two sets of rallys. I like overkill.

70k52wd · 07-28-2009, 10:19 AM

O.k., not much of an update but I need to do something. Everybody else is busy bee's with there project's, I feel lazy. So, I found a local shop I have built enough trust in to look at my engine. I made a doctors appointment for later this week to get a second opinion on my diagnoses. From what the owner said, I am optimistic to have them fix what I have. They agree that we won't know till they see it, but He said it sounds like it runs to well to be anything that would warrant engine removal. He seems to think cyl head issue. We'll see.

VA72C10 · 07-28-2009, 10:32 AM

Cool! You gonna have them machine the heads if that's the issue or change them out? I have a line on some Edelbrock Etechs with the matching intake for cheap and some World products heads as well.

70k52wd · 07-28-2009, 01:55 PM

IF it can be fixed on the cheap, great. I saved the $ up for a new engine if I need it. If not, maybe something shiny on all four corners instead.

I just called the shop to come and pick it up. End of month inspections have them swamped. I think it will be early next week for any results.

VA72C10 · 12-27-2009, 08:24 PM

Alright now, we see your new dd/hauler....where are you at with the motor for this? And when are you coming down to Richmond?

70k52wd · 01-01-2010, 11:58 AM

OMG, look at how long it's been since I've done anything to this heap. Your calling me out on this eh Jonathan.

Well, the $$$ I saved up, it's gone. I'm starting over. I'm determined to get this done before spring is over.

70k52wd · 03-10-2010, 08:33 PM

I got a couple of these in the mail today. Time to get busy...

VA72C10 · 03-27-2010, 11:20 AM

Alright Charlie, have you fixed the tank issues yet so you can get the heads on?

70k52wd · 03-27-2010, 11:37 AM

Well I was supposed to get going on this project last week, but makin money got in the way. SOOO, If I can get a start on it this weekend, maybe I'll actually get something done here soon. I want to get it running first, then seal tank amongst many other small issues to take care of.

**lks dcvn** · 03-27-2010, 09:15 PM

Just checked back into this thread - I have to say - that thing looks AWESOME!

Nice work.

70k52wd · 07-15-2011, 07:43 PM

Well it's about time...IT RUNS, and very well. It only took me a couple of years to fix the motor lol...What a beast. Still have no idea of what the problem was, but it would appear to be in the old heads. I'm going to have the old heads flow tested because I want to know what happened. I suspect it sucked a guide. Just a guess though. Anyhow, back together, painted and finally running. Here are some pics I hope...

VA72C10 · 07-15-2011, 08:35 PM

Looks good! So when you coming down this way

**lolife99** · 07-15-2011, 09:39 PM

Sweet!
I knew you would get it.
Glad to see you back here posting again.

Now you have to take your super nice blazer some where and show it off.
Any carshows coming up in your area?

How close are you to Charlotte, NC?
The Goodguys show will be in town at the end of October.
http://www.southeasternnats.com/

70k52wd · 07-15-2011, 09:46 PM

Sooner than later. You guys have the drive-in theater down that aways.
Btw, come up here Oct 9th. There will be a cool show with lots of rat rods.
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70k52wd · 07-15-2011, 09:50 PM

Hey Keith. GG's is about 6 or so hour drive from me. Not bad. I'll probably go.

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**lolife99** · 07-15-2011, 10:16 PM

Diggin the black ARP bolts on the engine also.
I assume you got the distributor figured out?

VA72C10 · 07-15-2011, 10:44 PM

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Originally Posted by 70k52wd

Sooner than later. You guys have the drive-in theater down that aways.
Btw, come up here Oct 9th. There will be a cool show with lots of rat rods.
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I'll put it on my calendar!!!

70k52wd · 07-16-2011, 12:54 PM

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Originally Posted by lolife99

Diggin the black ARP bolts on the engine also.
I assume you got the distributor figured out?

Yea the ARP bolts were a nice thought,,,but I didn't(nor does ARP)account for bracket spacing, so the nice idea will take some more time to get a few longer ARP's to finish it up. And I see I have some other "ugly" bolts to replace as well. And the dist was never the problem...I thought it may have been, but no. It was installer error lol. I was trying so many different things to get it running right, but forgot the BIG vacuum plug in the rear of the carb. Plugged her up and shazam...

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I'll put it on my calendar!!!

I went last year to the first annual and had a good time. 50's music and cars, what could be better...It's put on by a club called Karb Kings.

VA72C10 · 07-16-2011, 01:04 PM

cool deal!!!

**FRENCHBLUE72** · 07-16-2011, 11:57 PM

Great looking blazer dont know how I missed it the 1st time .........

70k52wd · 07-19-2011, 06:28 PM

Thanks FB72...
Almost done with it. Got a/c working. That's cool Ha ha...2 things left to do before I can unleash it on the street, fix fuel gauge, and figure out what I'm gonna do about the exhaust. I really don't want side exit, and the funds are running short for over the axle. I think I am going to move the muffs forward a few inches, stick my turn downs on and let it go till I get the funds for the over the axle tail pipes. I guess I just figured out what I'm gonna do.

VA72C10 · 07-19-2011, 09:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 70k52wd

Thanks FB72...
Almost done with it. Got a/c working. That's cool Ha ha...2 things left to do before I can unleash it on the street, fix fuel gauge, and figure out what I'm gonna do about the exhaust. I really don't want side exit, and the funds are running short for over the axle. I think I am going to move the muffs forward a few inches, stick my turn downs on and let it go till I get the funds for the over the axle tail pipes. I guess I just figured out what I'm gonna do.

Cool

Sound like a good idea on the exhaust. Maybe turn the turndowns 45 degrees to the side so it won't kick up as much dust....

70k52wd · 07-21-2011, 07:08 PM

O.K. Haven"t driven this thing more than 2miles in the past 4-5 years...I'm taking it home now, about 30mi drive, 96 degrees with the a/c blasting should do it. Fingers crossed...

Still have the fuel gauge to fix, but that's about it...Other than tinker around, that never ends.

06-24-2009, 11:06 AM	#176
70k52wd Blaze-Air Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Virginia Posts: 1,117	Re: Project "Vertically Challenged" Thanks my67... Mark, I really haven't had a chance to drive it yet. My guess is I can ride with the equivalent of a 6in front drop, and 7in rear drop. Mark, that's what bags are all about, low smooth ride. You can even tow with bags, don't try that with springs that low.

07-20-2009, 10:35 AM	#177
jgh64pkup Sunburst C10!!! Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Texas Posts: 2,560	Re: Project "Vertically Challenged" very nice blazer here is my solution to the tire problem paint one side black and the other silver thats the way mine is right now not for that purpose just because im too lazy to paint the others __________________ Gage 1967 C10 Shortbed Stepside

07-28-2009, 10:19 AM	#179
70k52wd Blaze-Air Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Virginia Posts: 1,117	Re: Project "Vertically Challenged" O.k., not much of an update but I need to do something. Everybody else is busy bee's with there project's, I feel lazy. So, I found a local shop I have built enough trust in to look at my engine. I made a doctors appointment for later this week to get a second opinion on my diagnoses. From what the owner said, I am optimistic to have them fix what I have. They agree that we won't know till they see it, but He said it sounds like it runs to well to be anything that would warrant engine removal. He seems to think cyl head issue. We'll see.

07-28-2009, 10:32 AM	#180
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: Project "Vertically Challenged" Cool! You gonna have them machine the heads if that's the issue or change them out? I have a line on some Edelbrock Etechs with the matching intake for cheap and some World products heads as well. __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

07-28-2009, 01:55 PM	#181
70k52wd Blaze-Air Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Virginia Posts: 1,117	Re: Project "Vertically Challenged" IF it can be fixed on the cheap, great. I saved the $ up for a new engine if I need it. If not, maybe something shiny on all four corners instead. I just called the shop to come and pick it up. End of month inspections have them swamped. I think it will be early next week for any results.

12-27-2009, 08:24 PM	#182
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: Project "Vertically Challenged" Alright now, we see your new dd/hauler....where are you at with the motor for this? And when are you coming down to Richmond? __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

01-01-2010, 11:58 AM	#183
70k52wd Blaze-Air Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Virginia Posts: 1,117	Re: Project "Vertically Challenged" OMG, look at how long it's been since I've done anything to this heap. Your calling me out on this eh Jonathan. Well, the $$$ I saved up, it's gone. I'm starting over. I'm determined to get this done before spring is over.

03-10-2010, 08:33 PM	#184
70k52wd Blaze-Air Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Virginia Posts: 1,117	Re: Project "Vertically Challenged" I got a couple of these in the mail today. Time to get busy... Attached Images

03-27-2010, 11:20 AM	#185
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: Project "Vertically Challenged" Alright Charlie, have you fixed the tank issues yet so you can get the heads on? __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

03-27-2010, 11:37 AM	#186
70k52wd Blaze-Air Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Virginia Posts: 1,117	Re: Project "Vertically Challenged" Well I was supposed to get going on this project last week, but makin money got in the way. SOOO, If I can get a start on it this weekend, maybe I'll actually get something done here soon. I want to get it running first, then seal tank amongst many other small issues to take care of.

03-27-2010, 09:15 PM	#187
lks dcvn Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Columbus, Ohio Posts: 4,338	Re: Project "Vertically Challenged" Just checked back into this thread - I have to say - that thing looks AWESOME! Nice work.

07-15-2011, 07:43 PM	#188
70k52wd Blaze-Air Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Virginia Posts: 1,117	Re: Project "Vertically Challenged" Well it's about time...IT RUNS, and very well. It only took me a couple of years to fix the motor lol...What a beast. Still have no idea of what the problem was, but it would appear to be in the old heads. I'm going to have the old heads flow tested because I want to know what happened. I suspect it sucked a guide. Just a guess though. Anyhow, back together, painted and finally running. Here are some pics I hope...

07-15-2011, 08:35 PM	#189
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: Project "Vertically Challenged" Looks good! So when you coming down this way __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

07-15-2011, 09:39 PM	#190
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,684	Re: Project "Vertically Challenged" Sweet! I knew you would get it. Glad to see you back here posting again. Now you have to take your super nice blazer some where and show it off. Any carshows coming up in your area? How close are you to Charlotte, NC? The Goodguys show will be in town at the end of October. http://www.southeasternnats.com/ __________________ Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823

07-15-2011, 09:46 PM	#191
70k52wd Blaze-Air Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Virginia Posts: 1,117	Re: Project "Vertically Challenged" Sooner than later. You guys have the drive-in theater down that aways. Btw, come up here Oct 9th. There will be a cool show with lots of rat rods. Posted via Mobile Device



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07-15-2011, 09:50 PM	#192
70k52wd Blaze-Air Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Virginia Posts: 1,117	Re: Project "Vertically Challenged" Hey Keith. GG's is about 6 or so hour drive from me. Not bad. I'll probably go. Posted via Mobile Device

07-15-2011, 10:16 PM	#193
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,684	Re: Project "Vertically Challenged" Diggin the black ARP bolts on the engine also. I assume you got the distributor figured out? __________________ Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823

07-16-2011, 01:04 PM	#196
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: Project "Vertically Challenged" cool deal!!! __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

07-16-2011, 11:57 PM	#197
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,590	Re: Project "Vertically Challenged" Great looking blazer dont know how I missed it the 1st time ......... __________________ 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..

07-19-2011, 06:28 PM	#198
70k52wd Blaze-Air Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Virginia Posts: 1,117	Re: Project "Vertically Challenged" Thanks FB72... Almost done with it. Got a/c working. That's cool Ha ha...2 things left to do before I can unleash it on the street, fix fuel gauge, and figure out what I'm gonna do about the exhaust. I really don't want side exit, and the funds are running short for over the axle. I think I am going to move the muffs forward a few inches, stick my turn downs on and let it go till I get the funds for the over the axle tail pipes. I guess I just figured out what I'm gonna do.

07-21-2011, 07:08 PM	#200
70k52wd Blaze-Air Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Virginia Posts: 1,117	Re: Project "Vertically Challenged" O.K. Haven"t driven this thing more than 2miles in the past 4-5 years...I'm taking it home now, about 30mi drive, 96 degrees with the a/c blasting should do it. Fingers crossed... Still have the fuel gauge to fix, but that's about it...Other than tinker around, that never ends.

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