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duno · 12-04-2004, 04:45 PM

can i use this frame to make my 72 blazer 2wd
the new frame is from a 1977 chevy shorth bed
do i need to do a lot modifications, this truck is on a auto auctions, so i need help from you guys that may know if the body of the blazer will fit on it.
or what do i need to custom.

thanks guys for your help

this are the pictures

http://images.copart.com/website/dat...0247644_5X.JPG

http://images.copart.com/website/dat...0247644_1X.JPG

http://images.copart.com/website/dat...0247644_2X.JPG

http://images.copart.com/website/dat...0247644_3X.JPG

tim_and_bobbi_blazer · 12-04-2004, 05:14 PM

I believe it will be much easier to convert a 69-72 4x4 frame to 2x4 than it will be to use a 73 and later frame. The last one Tim did required a couple of holes to be drilled and every thing else went pretty smooth. You'd need the 2x4 parts from another truck.

For starters, you may want to check wheel base. I believe 69-72 Blazers are shorter than 67-72 SWB trucks. I haven't measured 73 and later pickup frames, but I'm thinking your Blazer will be shorter than them as well.

If that works out, you might want to check the body mount location and types. You may need the ones off your old Blazer frame to mount to the late model frame if the wheel base turns out ok.

Finally, there's been a lot of discussion here in the past on this subject. You may want to read back though the archive. If memory servers, the general opinion is 'don't do it'. Just my $.02

4bynut · 12-04-2004, 05:15 PM

DUNO - The short bed truck frame is longer than your blazer frame. And the body probably will need a body lift under it because of the conture of the frame even if it was shortened. It would be best if you can find a actual 2WD blazer frame 69-72. I know a few guys have converted their existing frame. Some convert the rear to trailing arms, but you could leave the leaf spring setup. Hope this helps. Jason

chevyal71 · 12-06-2004, 06:10 PM

I don't know were you are but I have a spotless 72 blazer 2w/d rolling frame w/disc brakes from NC now in NY for $500. You might have to take the rusty body sitting on it too though. The nice body is now on my 4w/d. I also run from here to NC with a trailer if you might be on the way

LUV2XCLR8 · 12-06-2004, 06:11 PM

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Originally Posted by chevyal71

I have a spotless 72 blazer 2w/d rolling frame w/disc brakes from NC now in NY for $500.

WOW, U SUCK, J/K

, I WISH YOU WERE CLOSER

vtblazer · 12-08-2004, 07:02 PM

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Originally Posted by chevyal71

I don't know were you are but I have a spotless 72 blazer 2w/d rolling frame w/disc brakes from NC now in NY for $500.

If duno doesn't want it, would you send me a pm with the details? Interested.
Where in NY are you located?

LUV2XCLR8 · 12-08-2004, 07:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vtblazer

Interested

FIGURES

vtblazer · 12-08-2004, 09:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LUV2XCLR8

FIGURES

yer killin' me smalls... :p

LUV2XCLR8 · 12-08-2004, 09:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vtblazer

yer killin' me smalls... :p

SORRY KURT, JUST WISHING IT WAS ME

vtblazer · 12-09-2004, 04:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vtblazer

If duno doesn't want it, would you send me a pm with the details? Interested.
Where in NY are you located?

Any news yet?
Just checking, thanks.

blazunfool · 12-10-2004, 11:00 PM

I have an extra 2wd blazer frame, has trailing arms on it. Maryland

chevyal71 · 12-06-2004, 06:28 PM

I'll meet you near Charolette with it if you want. Going that way anyway

LUV2XCLR8 · 12-06-2004, 06:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by chevyal71

I'll meet you near Charolette with it if you want. Going that way anyway

ASSUMING U MEANT ME, THANKS BUT I'M ALL CASHED OUT, YOU DON'T
NEED A SWB DAILY DRIVER DO YA? JUST NEEDS A HEADGASKET, J/K

chevyal71 · 12-09-2004, 04:46 PM

some details on that swb daily driver please.

12-04-2004, 04:45 PM	#1
duno Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 3	blazer frame swap help can i use this frame to make my 72 blazer 2wd the new frame is from a 1977 chevy shorth bed do i need to do a lot modifications, this truck is on a auto auctions, so i need help from you guys that may know if the body of the blazer will fit on it. or what do i need to custom. thanks guys for your help this are the pictures http://images.copart.com/website/dat...0247644_5X.JPG http://images.copart.com/website/dat...0247644_1X.JPG http://images.copart.com/website/dat...0247644_2X.JPG http://images.copart.com/website/dat...0247644_3X.JPG Last edited by duno; 12-04-2004 at 04:48 PM.

12-04-2004, 05:14 PM	#2
tim_and_bobbi_blazer Registered User Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Texas Posts: 105	Frame I believe it will be much easier to convert a 69-72 4x4 frame to 2x4 than it will be to use a 73 and later frame. The last one Tim did required a couple of holes to be drilled and every thing else went pretty smooth. You'd need the 2x4 parts from another truck. For starters, you may want to check wheel base. I believe 69-72 Blazers are shorter than 67-72 SWB trucks. I haven't measured 73 and later pickup frames, but I'm thinking your Blazer will be shorter than them as well. If that works out, you might want to check the body mount location and types. You may need the ones off your old Blazer frame to mount to the late model frame if the wheel base turns out ok. Finally, there's been a lot of discussion here in the past on this subject. You may want to read back though the archive. If memory servers, the general opinion is 'don't do it'. Just my $.02 __________________ Thank you Bobbi See my Blazer Restro Pictures HERE

12-10-2004, 11:00 PM	#11
blazunfool Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: WESTMINSTER, MD Posts: 60	I have an extra 2wd blazer frame, has trailing arms on it. Maryland __________________ 72 2wd Blazer 305TBI/700r4., 69 C10 SWB 400SB TPI, 400trans, Step side ., 72 4WD Blazer 350 TBI, 350 serp. drive & "Old Air" ., 94 Camaro Z28 LT1., 94 Grand Cherokee V8, 95 Grand Cherokee 6cyl.

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12-04-2004, 05:15 PM	#3
4bynut Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Morrison, IL Posts: 793	DUNO - The short bed truck frame is longer than your blazer frame. And the body probably will need a body lift under it because of the conture of the frame even if it was shortened. It would be best if you can find a actual 2WD blazer frame 69-72. I know a few guys have converted their existing frame. Some convert the rear to trailing arms, but you could leave the leaf spring setup. Hope this helps. Jason

12-06-2004, 06:10 PM	#4
chevyal71 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: central ny Posts: 44	I don't know were you are but I have a spotless 72 blazer 2w/d rolling frame w/disc brakes from NC now in NY for $500. You might have to take the rusty body sitting on it too though. The nice body is now on my 4w/d. I also run from here to NC with a trailer if you might be on the way

12-06-2004, 06:28 PM	#12
chevyal71 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: central ny Posts: 44	I'll meet you near Charolette with it if you want. Going that way anyway

12-09-2004, 04:46 PM	#14
chevyal71 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: central ny Posts: 44	some details on that swb daily driver please.



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