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Old 05-14-2013, 12:20 PM   #1
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HI from Afghanistan (My 72 Blazer)
Hi my name is Brandon, I'm a mechanic in the Army and for the next 5 months im deployed (stuck) in Afghanistan. I'm from Idaho and love my Chevy trucks! My wife bought me a 72 Blazer the truck I always wanted, here's some pics and plans i have for it. This is my first time ever making a "thread" or "post" so if i mess stuff up sorry i'm learning...
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Old 05-14-2013, 12:33 PM   #2
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My wife took these pics for me.
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Old 05-14-2013, 12:57 PM   #3
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Old 05-14-2013, 12:56 PM   #4
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Very nice rig she got you ,she has good taste.
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Old 05-14-2013, 12:58 PM   #5
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Nice rig! Looks solid. Thank you for your service!
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Old 05-14-2013, 01:02 PM   #6
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thank you for the comments guys!
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Old 05-14-2013, 01:05 PM   #7
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The truck has a new 383 stroker, hughes turbo 350, hurst shifter, 4 inch suspension with 2 inch body lift, traction bars
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Old 05-14-2013, 01:16 PM   #8
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Here is the plan for the truck, 42" Iroks, 1 ton's d60 front 14ff rear from 86 chevy, and some rust repair. if you guys have any suggestions on the lift to fit the tires im all ears. Thanks Brandon
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Old 05-14-2013, 01:19 PM   #9
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My wife bought me my Blazer about a year after I got back from Iraq.

That seems like a long, long time ago.

Congratulations. Stay safe.
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Old 05-14-2013, 01:32 PM   #10
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My wife bought me my Blazer about a year after I got back from Iraq.

That seems like a long, long time ago.

Congratulations. Stay safe.
thank you, i will, this is my last time coming over here cant wait to be home!
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Old 05-14-2013, 01:20 PM   #11
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Your going to love it. Looks like a good one to start with. Welcome to the board.
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Old 05-14-2013, 02:02 PM   #12
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1) Welcome to the board
2) Good looking truck
3) Thank you for your service
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looks clean, And Thank you for your service.
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I forgot to say ,Thankyou For Your Service ,on my earlier reply .
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Looks like a great rig to start with Brandon. Your wife sounds like a keeper, and you being a mechanic, sounds like a perfect match. I'll be keeping an eye open for spotting your rig when you get back... Be safe, and thank you for your service.
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Old 05-14-2013, 09:26 PM   #16
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Awesome K5, but way more awesome wife. Thank you for your service, and thank's to your wife too! Can't wait till you get back and can get wrenching on it! Look's like there both a "keeper"!
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Its no blazer but its what i have to drive for now! lol
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That's a keeper
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Thank you guys for the support!! ya the wife is a "keeper"!! lol
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Old 09-28-2013, 04:12 PM   #20
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Brandon, thank you for your service. I have a son in Saudi now, for a years tour. He has been in Afgan and Iraq. enjoy your classic when you get back home
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Brandon, thank you for your service. I have a son in Saudi now, for a years tour. He has been in Afgan and Iraq. enjoy your classic when you get back home
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Thank you faribran, I hope your son stays safe and comes home soon.
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Old 09-30-2013, 07:52 AM   #22
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Must be something about Afghanistan lol, my wife/dad bought me my 70 K10 while I have been out here to. Stay safe brother, good looking rig!
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Old 09-30-2013, 08:36 AM   #23
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[QUOTE=Flick;6292528]Must be something about Afghanistan lol, my wife/dad bought me my 70 K10 while I have been out here to. Stay safe brother, good looking rig![/QUOTE




Must be lol, Nice truck! btw, i plan on getting one just like it after this build. and same to you be careful over here, im on my last few days here and cant wait to get back!
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As am I! Should be home in time for the holidays!
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Old 09-30-2013, 11:29 AM   #25
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The 6 inch and 38 should be perfect. You will more than likely need to extend the driveshafts as my stock front one is about maxed out on a 5 inch lift. The rear I replaced after going to 3/4 ton axles. Anything over 35-36 you are on borrowed time with the stock 12 bolt. I blew up two and replaced the third with a one ton rear before it grenaded. That's on 35s and a heavy foot. Front I converted to 3/4 ton with everything from the knuckle out from a 78 k20. It gives you a bigger outer wheel bearing and if you get the axleshafts you will get a bigger ujoint as well. The 36 will fit with the 4 inch lift but may rub with high articulation. I cut the front lower fender on mine to stuff the tires a little better.
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