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Blue4x4 · 12-18-2005, 11:27 PM

what a long weekend. Almost got everything done on the engine. I hope to finish the fire wall this week. X-mas - news years: paint the inside of the front clip and install, finish the rockers and floor boards.

krue · 12-18-2005, 11:53 PM

Shinier than a new penny.

Gotta love fresh paint.

vtblazer · 12-19-2005, 06:57 AM

Winter progress!

I might have missed it in your other post but what are your final plans for it?
How's it going to be in the end and used for what?

Looks to me that this one's going to be driven.

Blue4x4 · 12-19-2005, 09:52 AM

I plan on keeping this one and towing the boat to the lake. I got jacked up last year with the boys in the rear on my 69. I have a 4inch lift for it and will put 33's on it. Still looking for tilt steering and a tack dash!!! I'm also going to use a soft top until I find a better hard top.

Huck · 12-19-2005, 10:10 AM

Looks like you may have just a wee bit of orange peal in the paint on the firewall!!hehehehe. Bet it wouldn't rust now!!! Isn't it great when these things start to come together but it's kind of like climbing a mountain---you keep killing yourself trying to get to the peak and then it's all downhill. Unfortunately my project blazer is still way up there "peak" wise!!

blazerparts · 12-19-2005, 11:03 AM

looks great, good work

bouncytruck · 12-19-2005, 12:39 PM

Is that bedliner on the firewall?

Blue4x4 · 12-19-2005, 12:50 PM

That is tinted spray on bed linner on the fire wall. It really holds up great and covers lots of the imperfections on the wall.

Pop's72 · 12-19-2005, 09:26 PM

Looking good, nice progress!

vtblazer · 12-20-2005, 06:57 AM

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Originally Posted by Blue4x4

That is tinted spray on bed linner on the fire wall. It really holds up great and covers lots of the imperfections on the wall.

I think the spray on liner is a great idea also but as I'm sure you know, prep is everything with that stuff.
If not prepped right it won't stay air tight on the metal and then is basically useless. Moisture will then get underneath and do it's worst.

I only give that word of caution because I have a truck coated with it that was not prepped correctly (apparently) because it peels off very easily.
Not sure how to "fix" it but I'll need to in the near future.
Probably have to take it off and start over...

Very rugged when applied right though.

**special-K** · 12-20-2005, 08:24 AM

My local Line-X guy says he has alot of peeling on utility beds (factory primer lifting from metal).He said he sands? it and blends it.
Hey Blue,what are the other areas you`re putting it on?Keep us posted.

vtblazer · 12-20-2005, 08:48 AM

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Originally Posted by special-K

My local Line-X guy says he has alot of peeling on utility beds (factory primer lifting from metal).He said he sands? it and blends it.
Hey Blue,what are the other areas you`re putting it on?Keep us posted.

Good to know, thanks but mine is coming right off of the surface it was applied to.

Blue4x4 · 12-20-2005, 09:48 AM

I actually thought about doing the floor with it, from the tailgate to the rear seats. Still not sure.

red71cheyenne · 12-20-2005, 12:21 PM

Thats nice! I like the way the texture looks there. May have to steal that idea. Did you apply the coating to bare metal, or to primered metal? Thanks, Jeff.

Blue4x4 · 12-20-2005, 11:05 PM

I did use primer in a spray can just for a base coat. But the instruction only require it to be clean and free of oil. The complete kit is 90 bucks and comes with a spray gun, tint and base material. All you need to do is measure it, mix it and spray it.

**FRENCHBLUE72** · 12-20-2005, 11:30 PM

Scott does that mean there will be another blazer at H.A.N this year? I have done nothing to mine ... Yet.. Looks good I am sure it will turn out just as killer as the 69

vtblazer · 12-21-2005, 07:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Blue4x4

I actually thought about doing the floor with it, from the tailgate to the rear seats. Still not sure.

It makes is really easy to clean/wash out that way.

Mines covered everywhere inside, even the roll bar.

Gotta admit though, when we come back from wheeling it's pretty nice to just open the doors and hose it out.

Blue4x4 · 12-21-2005, 09:50 AM

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Originally Posted by FRENCHBLUE72

Scott does that mean there will be another blazer at H.A.N this year? I have done nothing to mine ... Yet.. Looks good I am sure it will turn out just as killer as the 69

This will be the crusing rig for H.A.N. The blue truck needs some work on the body and will have to wait until next fall and winter to get it done. Are you planning on making a trip next year?

**Yukon Jack** · 12-21-2005, 01:05 PM

Looks great!

Southedisto · 12-21-2005, 01:54 PM

Looks great, what type of line is that? Where from?

**FRENCHBLUE72** · 12-21-2005, 08:57 PM

Ya scott I am planning on driving the blazer down this time wheater it happens or not is another story... I also have my big block 2wd in the works...

Blue4x4 · 12-22-2005, 02:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Southedisto

Looks great, what type of line is that? Where from?

It is hippo linner

Blue4x4 · 12-22-2005, 02:25 AM

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Originally Posted by FRENCHBLUE72

Ya scott I am planning on driving the blazer down this time wheater it happens or not is another story... I also have my big block 2wd in the works...

Well if you don't make it......I will drink a cold one for ya while I sit in the hot tub.

12-18-2005, 11:27 PM	#1
Blue4x4 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Sparks, NV Posts: 790	progress pic's on the 71 what a long weekend. Almost got everything done on the engine. I hope to finish the fire wall this week. X-mas - news years: paint the inside of the front clip and install, finish the rockers and floor boards. Attached Images

12-18-2005, 11:53 PM	#2
krue Designated A-hole! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: South Mississippi Posts: 36,450	Re: progress pic's on the 71 Shinier than a new penny. Gotta love fresh paint. __________________ "If it ain't broke, fix it 'til it is!" Being stupid ain't illegal. We're Still Debt Free Except for the House!!! www.daveramsey.com 70 GMC SWB Stepside project "Green Booger" soon to be 6.0l/4l80e 93 S-10 "Poppaw's Truck"

12-19-2005, 06:57 AM	#3
vtblazer Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Central Vermont Posts: 8,538	Re: progress pic's on the 71 Winter progress! I might have missed it in your other post but what are your final plans for it? How's it going to be in the end and used for what? Looks to me that this one's going to be driven.

12-19-2005, 09:52 AM	#4
Blue4x4 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Sparks, NV Posts: 790	Re: progress pic's on the 71 I plan on keeping this one and towing the boat to the lake. I got jacked up last year with the boys in the rear on my 69. I have a 4inch lift for it and will put 33's on it. Still looking for tilt steering and a tack dash!!! I'm also going to use a soft top until I find a better hard top.

12-19-2005, 10:10 AM	#5
Huck Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Shelbyville, KY Posts: 3,269	Re: progress pic's on the 71 Looks like you may have just a wee bit of orange peal in the paint on the firewall!!hehehehe. Bet it wouldn't rust now!!! Isn't it great when these things start to come together but it's kind of like climbing a mountain---you keep killing yourself trying to get to the peak and then it's all downhill. Unfortunately my project blazer is still way up there "peak" wise!!

12-19-2005, 11:03 AM	#6
blazerparts No,I DON'T have Tourett's Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 556	Re: progress pic's on the 71 looks great, good work __________________ '72 K5 CST 350/350 Daily Driver '69 GMC3500 Camper Special CST Flatbed 396/400 Upgraded to show truck '69 GMC 2500 L6292, 3spd beater

12-19-2005, 12:39 PM	#7
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,049	Re: progress pic's on the 71 Is that bedliner on the firewall? __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

12-19-2005, 12:50 PM	#8
Blue4x4 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Sparks, NV Posts: 790	Re: progress pic's on the 71 That is tinted spray on bed linner on the fire wall. It really holds up great and covers lots of the imperfections on the wall.

12-19-2005, 09:26 PM	#9
Pop's72 It's ok to stare... Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 669	Re: progress pic's on the 71 Looking good, nice progress! __________________ -Matt 1971 Blazer/Jimmy : Factory 2WD, Factory AC, Crate 350

12-20-2005, 08:24 AM	#11
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,863	Re: progress pic's on the 71 My local Line-X guy says he has alot of peeling on utility beds (factory primer lifting from metal).He said he sands? it and blends it. Hey Blue,what are the other areas you`re putting it on?Keep us posted. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

12-20-2005, 09:48 AM	#13
Blue4x4 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Sparks, NV Posts: 790	Re: progress pic's on the 71 I actually thought about doing the floor with it, from the tailgate to the rear seats. Still not sure.

12-20-2005, 12:21 PM	#14
red71cheyenne Back in the sticks Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Fordland, MO Posts: 3,188	Re: progress pic's on the 71 Thats nice! I like the way the texture looks there. May have to steal that idea. Did you apply the coating to bare metal, or to primered metal? Thanks, Jeff. __________________ 1971 Cheyenne C-10 w/700R4 and Tuned Port Injection 1969 K5 Blazer w/Tuned Port 2010 2SS/RS Flaming Orange Camaro 2011 K1500 Suburban 2014 K1500 Pickup 2008 Nissan Altima? The wifes' hoopty

12-20-2005, 11:05 PM	#15
Blue4x4 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Sparks, NV Posts: 790	Re: progress pic's on the 71 I did use primer in a spray can just for a base coat. But the instruction only require it to be clean and free of oil. The complete kit is 90 bucks and comes with a spray gun, tint and base material. All you need to do is measure it, mix it and spray it.

12-20-2005, 11:30 PM	#16
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,590	Re: progress pic's on the 71 Scott does that mean there will be another blazer at H.A.N this year? I have done nothing to mine ... Yet.. Looks good I am sure it will turn out just as killer as the 69 __________________ 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..

12-21-2005, 01:05 PM	#19
Yukon Jack Post Whore Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Rose Hill, KS, USA Posts: 12,683	Re: progress pic's on the 71 Looks great! __________________ 1970 Blazer with a 400 sbc and 4" lift 1980 Pontiac Trans Am, 455 Oldsmobile 2012 Kawasaki Concours 14



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12-21-2005, 01:54 PM	#20
Southedisto River life...... Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Orangeburg SC Posts: 1,078	Re: progress pic's on the 71 Looks great, what type of line is that? Where from?

12-21-2005, 08:57 PM	#21
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,590	Re: progress pic's on the 71 Ya scott I am planning on driving the blazer down this time wheater it happens or not is another story... I also have my big block 2wd in the works... __________________ 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..

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