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orangeuavol · 03-17-2004, 11:15 PM

In the process of tearing my Blazer down for a complete re-build. Anyone have any tips for taken the tub off of the frame?

orangeuavol · 03-17-2004, 11:17 PM

Anybody have a reference dimension on what the door openings should be? Both mine measure the same horizontally, and both diagonals. Doesn't appear that the body has any sag there, that's a plus.

orangeuavol · 03-17-2004, 11:19 PM

PO didn't do a very good job on the rocker panels

orangeuavol · 03-17-2004, 11:22 PM

more progress pics to come

Alexis · 03-18-2004, 03:30 AM

I like the setup you ran for the door. Gonna steal that idea from you. Keep us updated. Seeing progress threads, especially about blazers really get me in a up beat mood about working on mine. thanks for sharing.

vtblazer · 03-18-2004, 09:11 AM

I got into the same thing your running into...the previous owner's work.

I picked up a "rust free" AZ blazer and am in the process of replacing both rockers and drivers side lower front pillar due to lets say, "inexperience". Otherwise very solid thoughout.
As far as lifting off the tub...I've done the 4"x4" post's on saw horses thing. Then roll out the frame. Just make sure to place them under a cross brace on the tub and you'll be all set.
Good luck and keep the digi's coming.

Bluegoose972 · 03-18-2004, 12:41 PM

I didn't have room in my garage for both the rolling chassis and the tub, so I couldn't use the "4x4" idea. My driveway is too steep for this method also. I ended up having a buddy at a crane service come over and pick off the body. For supports, I placed a 2x4 running parallel with the tailgate, bolted through the holes that are used for holding the roof in position. Instead of using bolts, I used "eye" bolts which I used for picking the body off. Up front, I also ran a 2x4 behind the seat location, from bed panel to bed panel, again using the holes used to hold the top in position. These 2x4's provided great lateral support to the body and I left the doors in position until the body was returned to the chassis. I'm not really sure what the body actually weighs, but it's enough that six guys would probably have a tough time lifting it off.

orangeuavol · 03-19-2004, 11:36 PM

Will be pulling the engine in the morning.

orangeuavol · 03-19-2004, 11:41 PM

2

orangeuavol · 03-19-2004, 11:55 PM

the 3-speed tranny / dana 20 transfer case combo (with adapter and shifter) will be for sale (pickup only). $175.00.

jhow66 · 03-21-2004, 01:02 AM

We will add to the 3-speed and Dana 20 the bell housing,flywheel, clutch(11"-looks same as new-pressure plate,disc & throwout bearing),clutch fork and rod, Z-bar,clutch pedal and rod, clutch return spring, all bolts and Z-bar frame bracket(if needed) for $175 more. (or will sell separate).
(orangeuavol's dad)

orangeuavol · 03-21-2004, 02:18 AM

pulled the engine Saturday and removed the top.

orangeuavol · 03-21-2004, 02:21 AM

another

orangeuavol · 03-21-2004, 02:24 AM

one more

Blue Beard · 03-21-2004, 10:40 AM

I like your idea for the door and tailgate area as well.....most of what I've seen are welded in and then the problems when you take them out.........

orangeuavol · 03-21-2004, 10:21 PM

thanks. I just pieced together some scrap metal and drilled some holes. A friend suggested the idea, he said it would be a lot easier.

earl87gta · 03-22-2004, 10:48 AM

Im suprized it had a d20 case instead of a 205.

orangeuavol · 03-27-2004, 12:45 AM

We dropped the BB in tonight to see what needed to be done......nothing more than massage the firewall. The BB fits the SB towers with the SB mounts. The exhaust manifolds are from a '72 Monte Carlo and clear perfectly. Fits like a glove!

orangeuavol · 03-27-2004, 12:57 AM

BB squeeze #2

orangeuavol · 03-27-2004, 01:01 AM

BB squeeze #3

orangeuavol · 03-27-2004, 01:05 AM

BB squeeze #4.
We'll fab up a "box" around the area on the drivers side firewall so that you'll never know that indention isn't stock, but that's later.

orangeuavol · 03-27-2004, 01:08 AM

last one of BB.....for now.

orangeuavol · 03-27-2004, 01:12 AM

Here's what we found when the top and rubber was removed. Are the top corners "capped off". One of mine is open and the other is puttied up.

orangeuavol · 03-27-2004, 01:15 AM

another one of the windshield frame.

orangeuavol · 03-27-2004, 01:17 AM

last one

03-17-2004, 11:15 PM	#1
orangeuavol GO VOLS! Join Date: May 2001 Location: Knoxville, TN Posts: 725	More tear down progress In the process of tearing my Blazer down for a complete re-build. Anyone have any tips for taken the tub off of the frame? Attached Images __________________ http://1972blazer.shutterfly.com/<= blazer build pics It's called golf because all the other four letter words were taken. It's easier to ask for forgiveness than for permission. Last edited by orangeuavol; 03-27-2004 at 12:19 AM.

03-18-2004, 09:11 AM	#6
vtblazer Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Central Vermont Posts: 8,538	Repairs I got into the same thing your running into...the previous owner's work. I picked up a "rust free" AZ blazer and am in the process of replacing both rockers and drivers side lower front pillar due to lets say, "inexperience". Otherwise very solid thoughout. As far as lifting off the tub...I've done the 4"x4" post's on saw horses thing. Then roll out the frame. Just make sure to place them under a cross brace on the tub and you'll be all set. Good luck and keep the digi's coming.

03-19-2004, 11:36 PM	#8
orangeuavol GO VOLS! Join Date: May 2001 Location: Knoxville, TN Posts: 725	more pics Will be pulling the engine in the morning. Attached Images __________________ http://1972blazer.shutterfly.com/<= blazer build pics It's called golf because all the other four letter words were taken. It's easier to ask for forgiveness than for permission.

03-19-2004, 11:41 PM	#9
orangeuavol GO VOLS! Join Date: May 2001 Location: Knoxville, TN Posts: 725	another 2 Attached Images __________________ http://1972blazer.shutterfly.com/<= blazer build pics It's called golf because all the other four letter words were taken. It's easier to ask for forgiveness than for permission.

03-19-2004, 11:55 PM	#10
orangeuavol GO VOLS! Join Date: May 2001 Location: Knoxville, TN Posts: 725	the 3-speed tranny / dana 20 transfer case combo (with adapter and shifter) will be for sale (pickup only). $175.00. __________________ http://1972blazer.shutterfly.com/<= blazer build pics It's called golf because all the other four letter words were taken. It's easier to ask for forgiveness than for permission.

03-17-2004, 11:17 PM	#2
orangeuavol GO VOLS! Join Date: May 2001 Location: Knoxville, TN Posts: 725	Anybody have a reference dimension on what the door openings should be? Both mine measure the same horizontally, and both diagonals. Doesn't appear that the body has any sag there, that's a plus. Attached Images __________________ http://1972blazer.shutterfly.com/<= blazer build pics It's called golf because all the other four letter words were taken. It's easier to ask for forgiveness than for permission. Last edited by orangeuavol; 03-17-2004 at 11:22 PM.

03-17-2004, 11:19 PM	#3
orangeuavol GO VOLS! Join Date: May 2001 Location: Knoxville, TN Posts: 725	PO didn't do a very good job on the rocker panels Attached Images __________________ http://1972blazer.shutterfly.com/<= blazer build pics It's called golf because all the other four letter words were taken. It's easier to ask for forgiveness than for permission.

03-17-2004, 11:22 PM	#4
orangeuavol GO VOLS! Join Date: May 2001 Location: Knoxville, TN Posts: 725	more progress pics to come __________________ http://1972blazer.shutterfly.com/<= blazer build pics It's called golf because all the other four letter words were taken. It's easier to ask for forgiveness than for permission.

03-18-2004, 03:30 AM	#5
Alexis Member since 2000 Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: Mountain View Ca / Mexico Posts: 7,879	I like the setup you ran for the door. Gonna steal that idea from you. Keep us updated. Seeing progress threads, especially about blazers really get me in a up beat mood about working on mine. thanks for sharing.

03-18-2004, 12:41 PM	#7
Bluegoose972 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Lubbock, Texas Posts: 248	I didn't have room in my garage for both the rolling chassis and the tub, so I couldn't use the "4x4" idea. My driveway is too steep for this method also. I ended up having a buddy at a crane service come over and pick off the body. For supports, I placed a 2x4 running parallel with the tailgate, bolted through the holes that are used for holding the roof in position. Instead of using bolts, I used "eye" bolts which I used for picking the body off. Up front, I also ran a 2x4 behind the seat location, from bed panel to bed panel, again using the holes used to hold the top in position. These 2x4's provided great lateral support to the body and I left the doors in position until the body was returned to the chassis. I'm not really sure what the body actually weighs, but it's enough that six guys would probably have a tough time lifting it off.

03-21-2004, 01:02 AM	#11
jhow66 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Knoxville Tenn. Posts: 3,058	We will add to the 3-speed and Dana 20 the bell housing,flywheel, clutch(11"-looks same as new-pressure plate,disc & throwout bearing),clutch fork and rod, Z-bar,clutch pedal and rod, clutch return spring, all bolts and Z-bar frame bracket(if needed) for $175 more. (or will sell separate). (orangeuavol's dad) __________________ 56 Chevy Bel-Air 2dr. HT (purchased new) 71 Chevy Cheyenne SWB PU (502HO) 65 GMC short bed step--work in progress and my gofer

03-21-2004, 02:18 AM	#12
orangeuavol GO VOLS! Join Date: May 2001 Location: Knoxville, TN Posts: 725	more pics pulled the engine Saturday and removed the top. Attached Images __________________ http://1972blazer.shutterfly.com/<= blazer build pics It's called golf because all the other four letter words were taken. It's easier to ask for forgiveness than for permission.

03-21-2004, 02:21 AM	#13
orangeuavol GO VOLS! Join Date: May 2001 Location: Knoxville, TN Posts: 725	another Attached Images __________________ http://1972blazer.shutterfly.com/<= blazer build pics It's called golf because all the other four letter words were taken. It's easier to ask for forgiveness than for permission.

03-21-2004, 02:24 AM	#14
orangeuavol GO VOLS! Join Date: May 2001 Location: Knoxville, TN Posts: 725	one more Attached Images __________________ http://1972blazer.shutterfly.com/<= blazer build pics It's called golf because all the other four letter words were taken. It's easier to ask for forgiveness than for permission.

03-21-2004, 10:40 AM	#15
Blue Beard Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Washington State Posts: 8,834	I like your idea for the door and tailgate area as well.....most of what I've seen are welded in and then the problems when you take them out......... __________________ 1970 Chev CST 2003 Harley Fatboy 1975 Chevrolet Step Van 1956 Chev Bel Air 1977 Blazer 2WD For Sale $3000.00 1978 Blazer 2WD For Sale $7000.00 1978 Silverado 2005 Monte Carlo



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03-21-2004, 10:21 PM	#16
orangeuavol GO VOLS! Join Date: May 2001 Location: Knoxville, TN Posts: 725	thanks. I just pieced together some scrap metal and drilled some holes. A friend suggested the idea, he said it would be a lot easier. __________________ http://1972blazer.shutterfly.com/<= blazer build pics It's called golf because all the other four letter words were taken. It's easier to ask for forgiveness than for permission.

03-22-2004, 10:48 AM	#17
earl87gta Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Kingsport TN Posts: 4,641	Im suprized it had a d20 case instead of a 205. __________________ Earl 68 2500 4x4 GMC Burb

03-27-2004, 12:45 AM	#18
orangeuavol GO VOLS! Join Date: May 2001 Location: Knoxville, TN Posts: 725	How to squeeze a 402BB in '72 K5 We dropped the BB in tonight to see what needed to be done......nothing more than massage the firewall. The BB fits the SB towers with the SB mounts. The exhaust manifolds are from a '72 Monte Carlo and clear perfectly. Fits like a glove! Attached Images __________________ http://1972blazer.shutterfly.com/<= blazer build pics It's called golf because all the other four letter words were taken. It's easier to ask for forgiveness than for permission.

03-27-2004, 12:57 AM	#19
orangeuavol GO VOLS! Join Date: May 2001 Location: Knoxville, TN Posts: 725	BB squeeze #2 Attached Images __________________ http://1972blazer.shutterfly.com/<= blazer build pics It's called golf because all the other four letter words were taken. It's easier to ask for forgiveness than for permission.

03-27-2004, 01:01 AM	#20
orangeuavol GO VOLS! Join Date: May 2001 Location: Knoxville, TN Posts: 725	BB squeeze #3 Attached Images __________________ http://1972blazer.shutterfly.com/<= blazer build pics It's called golf because all the other four letter words were taken. It's easier to ask for forgiveness than for permission.

03-27-2004, 01:05 AM	#21
orangeuavol GO VOLS! Join Date: May 2001 Location: Knoxville, TN Posts: 725	BB squeeze #4. We'll fab up a "box" around the area on the drivers side firewall so that you'll never know that indention isn't stock, but that's later. Attached Images __________________ http://1972blazer.shutterfly.com/<= blazer build pics It's called golf because all the other four letter words were taken. It's easier to ask for forgiveness than for permission.

03-27-2004, 01:08 AM	#22
orangeuavol GO VOLS! Join Date: May 2001 Location: Knoxville, TN Posts: 725	last one of BB.....for now. Attached Images __________________ http://1972blazer.shutterfly.com/<= blazer build pics It's called golf because all the other four letter words were taken. It's easier to ask for forgiveness than for permission.

03-27-2004, 01:12 AM	#23
orangeuavol GO VOLS! Join Date: May 2001 Location: Knoxville, TN Posts: 725	pics of the windshield frame Here's what we found when the top and rubber was removed. Are the top corners "capped off". One of mine is open and the other is puttied up. Attached Images __________________ http://1972blazer.shutterfly.com/<= blazer build pics It's called golf because all the other four letter words were taken. It's easier to ask for forgiveness than for permission.

03-27-2004, 01:15 AM	#24
orangeuavol GO VOLS! Join Date: May 2001 Location: Knoxville, TN Posts: 725	another one of the windshield frame. Attached Images __________________ http://1972blazer.shutterfly.com/<= blazer build pics It's called golf because all the other four letter words were taken. It's easier to ask for forgiveness than for permission.

03-27-2004, 01:17 AM	#25
orangeuavol GO VOLS! Join Date: May 2001 Location: Knoxville, TN Posts: 725	last one Attached Images __________________ http://1972blazer.shutterfly.com/<= blazer build pics It's called golf because all the other four letter words were taken. It's easier to ask for forgiveness than for permission.

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