Need some opinions regarding my 70 GMC Jimmy - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

*Phillip Johnson* · 09-21-2003, 05:38 PM

My question is, Should I swap front clips on my 70 Jimmy and make a Chevy K5 Blazer? Or... Should I restore the Jimmy as a GMC and live with the 4 eyes in the front? I know there are alot of diehard GMC guys out there that would think I am crazy to even think of changing the looks of a GMC but...I have always been a Chevy guy. I have all the stuff to make this be a K5 clone. It would only take 3 or so hours to do the swap. Any input would be great. I plan to keep this ride as I need it to be my "boat hauler" and I don't plan on shelling out $50K on a new Yukon XL in the near future. If I was about to do that, i would be driving a new H2 Hummer, which has crossed my mind. I just like the old stuff so much better!
Now is your chance...Jimmy or K5?
Comments please!

72shadetree · 09-21-2003, 06:19 PM

it is just whatever you want.i dont see that many gmc around here and i like them better i honestly have never seen a jimmy that model just blazers.but hey i only got 2 72 chevys

GMC71k20 · 09-21-2003, 06:21 PM

not everyone is cool enough to handle a gmc, do as you will

**FRENCHBLUE72** · 09-21-2003, 06:27 PM

Follow my lead phil and swap it out for a 67-68 we would be the only one's in town!!! Of course you may be the only one it town with the jimmy..

**john** · 09-21-2003, 06:27 PM

Its your choice,but everyone has CHEVY'S. I never see a JIMMY K5 around here.

**FRENCHBLUE72** · 09-21-2003, 06:35 PM

Phil check out my avatar fora nice jimmy..

**Palf70Step** · 09-21-2003, 06:49 PM

Hey 4-eyes are Kool

Just ax' me!!!

krazy_texan · 09-21-2003, 07:27 PM

i say if you want a chevy find somebody that wants a gmc and trade them and let somebody restore the Jimmy as there are fewer of them out there already.

Longhorn Man · 09-21-2003, 07:29 PM

The plastic on a chevy grill seems cheap to me. Plus, I am a sucker for chrome.
GMC all the way.

lukecp · 09-21-2003, 07:33 PM

Jimmys are cooler....less of them out there....go GMC

chevy_fatman · 09-21-2003, 07:35 PM

And to think that I want to make my blazer into a GMC, dude we have our priorities backwards lol

After all is your truck man, do whatever you feel like doing to it.

*Gee_Emm* · 09-21-2003, 07:43 PM

Jimmy all the way. Deal with it being a GMC. They are way cooler.

Did you get it yet?

1969 GMC · 09-21-2003, 07:45 PM

i would second the trade for a chevy k5, your heart seems to be set on it and i wouldnt condone the transformation to a jimmy like that. also you live in the pac northwest, rust free 4x4's grow on trees up there.

dinnut · 09-21-2003, 08:26 PM

gmc front it better

*dtlilly* · 09-21-2003, 08:43 PM

I have to say keep it GMC. Get a Blazer for yourself, and sell the Jimmy.

**1970cstblazer** · 09-21-2003, 08:48 PM

Keep it a Jimmy.

They are a rare sight, even here.

Blue_71 · 09-21-2003, 09:58 PM

*starts the chant* CHE-VY CHE-VY CHE-VY

Longhorn Man · 09-22-2003, 12:39 AM

In all reality, it is your truck and you should do what ever you want. If you want to paint it passion purpal with red flames, go for it. But in reality, what ever you do may affect the value, and even though you may not want to sell it right now, one day you might want too. And even though the wrong grill won't hurt it's value like passion purple and red flames, many people will start to wonder why the front end was chainged, adn a front end collision will be the first thing to pop in there mind.

Just some food for though.
And Blue...shut uop, you know you just aren't cool enough to have a good looking grill on your trucks.

krue · 09-22-2003, 02:26 AM

Stay with the GMC!!! I have always been a chevy man, but since I got my GMC it has grown on me! If you really want a bowtie, trade somebody for a Blazer.

easy4 · 09-22-2003, 03:21 AM

KEEP THE JIMMY WAY COOLER

sameyrasmea72 · 09-22-2003, 04:26 AM

when you look out the window do you want to see a bowtie or a foureye? It aint a chevy, but i would keep it a Jimmy for some reason.They are so close to being as cool as the blazer,but they are so rare.

If you did do the swap on the front end, Would you swap titles as well? I might change my vote then.When you paint it just paint the extra Jimmy fenders and set them out in the sun ever now and then....jk

Some one should start a poll: Will Phil Swap or will he not.....will

smokekiki · 09-22-2003, 08:37 AM

I guess i will have to come up with another paint scheme now that Longhorn Man has come up with the same idea!

By the way,I would keep it as a GMC.

70 Jimmy · 09-22-2003, 09:49 AM

GMC....DUH!

If you don't keep it a Jimmy then....

JK, it's your truck, screw it up if you want too NK (not kidding!).

Ok, now I feel guilty. I'm taking my 70 Jimmy and converting it to a 68 front end Jimmy.

**CPNE** · 09-22-2003, 10:44 AM

Phil, you're in serious danger of recieving a "Boz-All" award if you change your front clip. And why's Longhorn Man using one of my stongest arguements for staying close to stock? Must be "common sense" came-a-knockin' :p

Boz-All sez "What's wrong with YOUR truck?"

tom hand · 09-22-2003, 10:49 AM

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Originally posted by Longhorn Man
But in reality, what ever you do may affect the value, and even though you may not want to sell it right now, one day you might want too. And even though the wrong grill won't hurt it's value like passion purple and red flames, many people will start to wonder why the front end was chainged, adn a front end collision will be the first thing to pop in there mind.

If you ever need to sell, you'll wish you hadn't done it.

09-21-2003, 05:38 PM	#1
Phillip Johnson Account Suspended Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Grants Pass, Oregon Posts: 1,580	Need some opinions regarding my 70 GMC Jimmy My question is, Should I swap front clips on my 70 Jimmy and make a Chevy K5 Blazer? Or... Should I restore the Jimmy as a GMC and live with the 4 eyes in the front? I know there are alot of diehard GMC guys out there that would think I am crazy to even think of changing the looks of a GMC but...I have always been a Chevy guy. I have all the stuff to make this be a K5 clone. It would only take 3 or so hours to do the swap. Any input would be great. I plan to keep this ride as I need it to be my "boat hauler" and I don't plan on shelling out $50K on a new Yukon XL in the near future. If I was about to do that, i would be driving a new H2 Hummer, which has crossed my mind. I just like the old stuff so much better! Now is your chance...Jimmy or K5? Comments please!

09-21-2003, 06:19 PM	#2
72shadetree KEEP ON TRUCKING Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: martinsville va Posts: 2,563	it is just whatever you want.i dont see that many gmc around here and i like them better i honestly have never seen a jimmy that model just blazers.but hey i only got 2 72 chevys __________________ 72 cheyenne 2wd lwb 71 k20 sons bassett va

09-21-2003, 06:27 PM	#4
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,590	Follow my lead phil and swap it out for a 67-68 we would be the only one's in town!!! Of course you may be the only one it town with the jimmy.. __________________ 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..

09-21-2003, 06:27 PM	#5
john member #16 Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Yuba City Ca. Posts: 3,618	Its your choice,but everyone has CHEVY'S. I never see a JIMMY K5 around here. __________________ john http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showgroups.php board vendors http://www.flickr.com/photos/1745471...7602865984234/

09-21-2003, 06:35 PM	#6
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,590	Phil check out my avatar fora nice jimmy.. __________________ 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..

09-21-2003, 06:21 PM	#3
GMC71k20 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: mass Posts: 1,277	not everyone is cool enough to handle a gmc, do as you will

09-21-2003, 06:49 PM	#7
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 46,748	Hey 4-eyes are Kool Just ax' me!!! __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

09-21-2003, 07:27 PM	#8
krazy_texan Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: West Des Moines, Ia Posts: 3,233	i say if you want a chevy find somebody that wants a gmc and trade them and let somebody restore the Jimmy as there are fewer of them out there already. __________________ Krazy Texan My Trucks are made with Wrenches not Chop Sticks 1967 GMC 3/4 ton "Johnny Cash" 1990 v1500 suburban 1967 Ford f100 Swb 4x4 "green bean" GOD BLESS JESUS, JOHN WAYNE, AND THE ALAMO

09-21-2003, 07:29 PM	#9
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	The plastic on a chevy grill seems cheap to me. Plus, I am a sucker for chrome. GMC all the way.

09-21-2003, 07:33 PM	#10
lukecp Formerly yellow72custom Join Date: May 2001 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 7,531	Jimmys are cooler....less of them out there....go GMC __________________ '72 Chevy C10 Mild 350/TH350/3.07. Ochre/White. Old high school ride. '70 GMC C2500 '62 327 4bbl/SM465/4.56-geared Dana 60. White/White. Project or parts truck. '97 Saturn SL DD. 1.9/5-speed. 40+ highway mpg

09-21-2003, 07:35 PM	#11
chevy_fatman Where's my beer? Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: I live in the state of denial.... Posts: 5,621	And to think that I want to make my blazer into a GMC, dude we have our priorities backwards lol After all is your truck man, do whatever you feel like doing to it.

09-21-2003, 07:43 PM	#12
Gee_Emm Account Suspended Join Date: Sep 2000 Posts: 4,002	Jimmy all the way. Deal with it being a GMC. They are way cooler. Did you get it yet?

09-21-2003, 07:45 PM	#13
1969 GMC Registered User Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: The Rubber City Posts: 5,498	i would second the trade for a chevy k5, your heart seems to be set on it and i wouldnt condone the transformation to a jimmy like that. also you live in the pac northwest, rust free 4x4's grow on trees up there. __________________ 1969 GMC K2500 1996 Honda Accord 2007 Kawasaki KLR 650

09-21-2003, 08:26 PM	#14
dinnut Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: missouri city, tx Posts: 4,486	gmc front it better __________________ 70 longbed 496/th400/Ford 9"

09-21-2003, 08:43 PM	#15
dtlilly Account Suspended Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Shadow of Lambeau Field Posts: 5,597	I have to say keep it GMC. Get a Blazer for yourself, and sell the Jimmy.



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09-21-2003, 08:48 PM	#16
1970cstblazer All stock and staying that way Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Elkland, PA Posts: 1,384	Keep it a Jimmy. They are a rare sight, even here.

09-22-2003, 12:39 AM	#18
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	In all reality, it is your truck and you should do what ever you want. If you want to paint it passion purpal with red flames, go for it. But in reality, what ever you do may affect the value, and even though you may not want to sell it right now, one day you might want too. And even though the wrong grill won't hurt it's value like passion purple and red flames, many people will start to wonder why the front end was chainged, adn a front end collision will be the first thing to pop in there mind. Just some food for though. And Blue...shut uop, you know you just aren't cool enough to have a good looking grill on your trucks.

09-22-2003, 02:26 AM	#19
krue Designated A-hole! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: South Mississippi Posts: 36,450	Stay with the GMC!!! I have always been a chevy man, but since I got my GMC it has grown on me! If you really want a bowtie, trade somebody for a Blazer. __________________ "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"

09-22-2003, 03:21 AM	#20
easy4 Registered User Join Date: May 2003 Location: HULETT WYOMING Posts: 49	GMC KEEP THE JIMMY WAY COOLER __________________ 71 gmc 2500 4x4 ugly yellow

09-22-2003, 04:26 AM	#21
sameyrasmea72 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Lubbock, Texas Posts: 2,443	when you look out the window do you want to see a bowtie or a foureye? It aint a chevy, but i would keep it a Jimmy for some reason.They are so close to being as cool as the blazer,but they are so rare. If you did do the swap on the front end, Would you swap titles as well? I might change my vote then.When you paint it just paint the extra Jimmy fenders and set them out in the sun ever now and then....jk Some one should start a poll: Will Phil Swap or will he not.....will

09-22-2003, 08:37 AM	#22
smokekiki Mike Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: west chester pa Posts: 2,474	I guess i will have to come up with another paint scheme now that Longhorn Man has come up with the same idea! By the way,I would keep it as a GMC. __________________ 70'c/10, 71 suburban4x4 402bb, 72suburban 4/6 drop, 72k/5 4x4 blazer 4" lift 35 tires

09-22-2003, 09:49 AM	#23
70 Jimmy aka Crusher, Crushergmc Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Oregon Posts: 1,834	GMC....DUH! If you don't keep it a Jimmy then.... JK, it's your truck, screw it up if you want too NK (not kidding!). Ok, now I feel guilty. I'm taking my 70 Jimmy and converting it to a 68 front end Jimmy. __________________ "KEEP IT DOWN!" 70 Jimmy 454 2wd 56 GMC Big Window "It's funny till someone gets hurt, then it's freakin' hilarious"

09-22-2003, 10:44 AM	#24
CPNE Resident Curmudgeon Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: NH Posts: 6,664	Phil, you're in serious danger of recieving a "Boz-All" award if you change your front clip. And why's Longhorn Man using one of my stongest arguements for staying close to stock? Must be "common sense" came-a-knockin' :p Boz-All sez "What's wrong with YOUR truck?" Attached Images __________________ Currently on or near the homestead: 67 Chevy SWB 2WD stepside 350/3 on tree (Pat's) 67 GMC SWB 2WD Fleet 402/auto (Brian's under construction) 67 Chevy 3/4 ton 2WD 402/auto (Business Hauler) 67 Chevy 1 ton dually 2WD 396/4 speed (Former business hauler, Needs TLC) 68 Chevy 1/2 ton Suburban 2WD 250 six/3 on tree (Brian's Needs TLC) 70 Chevy 3/4 ton 4WD 350/4 speed (Pat's - Disguised as a 68 GMC) 71 Chevy SWB stepside (Crushed by tree - parts donor) 72 Chevy 3/4 ton 4WD (Parts donor) 72 Chevy 3/4 ton 4WD Suburban (Parts Donor) 72 GMC 3/4 ton 4WD 292 six/4 speed (Mine - Disguised as a 67 GMC) 81 GMC 4WD Dually Dump Body 350/4 speed (Business Hauler) 82 Camaro Z/28 355/Super T-10 (Pat's toy) 93 Caprice 9C1 (Brian's Cop Car) 02 Toyota Camry (Reliable but a souless steel and plastic hulk) 2011 2SS RS Camaro M6 Factory Hurst Shifter Maybe I need to sell some of this crap Yet another Bozo with a sawz-all

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