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cleszkie · 12-08-2007, 07:39 PM

I've been a long time lurker here, and have made a few posts here and there, but never with any pictures. I though you guys would appreciate some pics from a road trip my girlfriend and I took this summer that started in southern California, went through Nevada, Arizona, Utah, Colorado, and New Mexico. The Blazer ran like a champ the whole way, even in the 110+ heat of the Mojave desert, and at 13,000 ft elevation crossing the gap between Telluride and Ridgeway, Colorado (had to advance the timing about 20 degrees to keep it running!). I have owned this Blazer for over 10 years now and have poured a lot of blood sweat and tears into it. It is by far the most reliable vehicle I have ever owned, and couldn't ever imagine getting rid of it. Anyways, enjoy. I know I did.

**CUSTOM/10** · 12-08-2007, 07:45 PM

and awsome looking blazer !!!!!

Gary

see ten · 12-08-2007, 07:48 PM

Sharp looking rig! Great pics as well!

Jtrux · 12-08-2007, 08:05 PM

Very nice how about some specs.

desertrat · 12-08-2007, 08:23 PM

Way cool!

Pop's72 · 12-08-2007, 08:57 PM

Clean looking rig and I love the slot rims...oh and cool story too!

72BlckButy · 12-08-2007, 10:21 PM

to the board! Great pics and love the Blazer!

BLUE THUNDER · 12-08-2007, 10:46 PM

Dude, way to represent ochre. What size lift and tires are you running? It looks awsome. When you get a chance, post some more pics, it helps me envision mine when I'm finally able to drive it. Later, Mario.

bouncytruck · 12-08-2007, 11:34 PM

Great lookin' truck and a fun looking trip.

crzngmychvy · 12-09-2007, 03:35 AM

Cool!

vtblazer · 12-09-2007, 06:16 AM

Love the first pic with it between the mini vans, it screams STYLE!!

Great looking ride, thanks for posting/sharing.

Are you running an over drive tranny or stock?

Chevyman63 · 12-09-2007, 08:06 AM

Nice looking Blazer & great pics as well!

from Michigan!

Burt4x4 · 12-09-2007, 09:39 AM

Sweet!

I haven't seen the diamond plate along the bottom in a long time, thought about doing that back in the 90s..nevr did thou..love it!
Thanks for sharing!
Burt

Bishops Trucks · 12-09-2007, 10:02 AM

Nice pics. Looks like a nice vacation.

ColoradoK5 · 12-09-2007, 10:09 AM

Sweet Blazer!

**special-K** · 12-09-2007, 10:42 AM

...So you start off with some of the best pictures of one of the nicest Blazer,doing one of the bset things you can do with one,huh?

Glad you did...

**Shock_Me** · 12-09-2007, 10:57 AM

Beautiful Blazer man! What are all the specs? Lift, tires etc...
You've got some beautiful country to enjoy that rig with. Thanks for the inspiration!

Pete

*jojotonka* · 12-09-2007, 11:39 AM

Awesome Blazer!!

Thanks for sharing!!

What's the specs??

I see you have 8-lug axles.

70rs/ss · 12-09-2007, 01:47 PM

Looks like my neck of the woods!! Wish I could've seen it is person!!

Big J · 12-09-2007, 02:42 PM

I was wondering what a Blazer would look like on slots. Looks awesome! Nice ride.

**Yukon Jack** · 12-09-2007, 02:48 PM

Now that's the way to take a vacation!!!! Awesome K5!!

**1970cstblazer** · 12-09-2007, 04:33 PM

Very nice!

Magnuman · 12-09-2007, 05:48 PM

Great looking Blazer and awesome trip!

cleszkie · 12-09-2007, 06:29 PM

Thanks for all the compliments. It means a lot to me to hear them from people who really know how to appreciate these old trucks. I have many more pics to share of the trip, plus many more from other trips to the local desert spots, up north along the Big Sur, and in Mexico. Sorry in advance for the long post, but when I get talking about my truck I can go on and on!

To answer some of the spec questions, here is what I have going on:

-3/4 ton Dana 44 front, 4.10 gears, open

-1 ton 14 bolt full floater rear, 4.11 gears, open

-Mildly massaged 4-bolt main 350, Hedman hedders, Edelbrock Performer Intake, Jet Performance Q-jet, HEI, high flow water pump, dual electric fans, 95 amp internally regulated alt.

-TH350 trans with couple extra steels/clutches in packs for durability, external fluid cooler, vacuum modulator adjusted for delayed shift from 1 to 2 resulting in crisper shifts and longer life.

-NP 205

-40 gallon NWP gas tank

-6-inch Superlift springs front and rear with 1-inch blocks in rear to level, drop drag link, stainless brake lines all around, CV driveshafts front and rear. The rear of the truck was squatting in the pics because it was fully loaded in the back and in the roof pod with 1 month of provisions.

-1 ton dual diaphragm brake booster with 1 ton master cylinder.

- 16.5x10, 8-lug Ansen aluminum slots.

- Parnelli Jones 35x12.50 Dirt grip radials (measure a true 35 inches, much taller than a 35-inch BFG).

The Blazer actually got pretty respectable gas mileage with the gearing. I can cruise at 70 mph at about 2700-2800 rpm. However, I am looking at doing a 700R4 swap, or Gear Vendors overdrive soon since I do quite a bit of long distance driving on my trips. The true beauty of the Blazer is that it allowed us to camp WELL off any fire roads and to cross fairly deep creeks in the undeveloped BLM lands away from other RVs.

The diamond plate was something I saw an article on in an old Peterson's 4 Wheel Drive mag some years ago. I got it to protect the paint below the belt line. In southern California there is a lot of sand and rock that likes to jump up and scour that paint.

Since the trip, I located a set (4) of 16.5x9.75, 8-lug steelies off of some early (67-68) Ford Camper Specials. I painted them stock white and mounted a set of 3/4 ton dog dish hub caps (blue bow tie). The slots were sweet, but the deep steelies with caps are just plain *****in' with the big rubber. I love the retro/stock look. The steelies also have a slightly larger backspacing to allow the wider rim to stay within the fender lips, unlike the Ansens which stick out a little.

I also located a swing-away spare tire carrier which I have since mounted.

I will post up some more action and poser shots from other trips plus some recent shots with the new rims. Thanks again.

FRENCHBLUE72 · 12-09-2007, 06:10 PM

Nice pics and great looking ride..

12-08-2007, 07:39 PM	#1
cleszkie Registered User Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Santa Ana, CA Posts: 2,191	Some Pics of a Trip I Took I've been a long time lurker here, and have made a few posts here and there, but never with any pictures. I though you guys would appreciate some pics from a road trip my girlfriend and I took this summer that started in southern California, went through Nevada, Arizona, Utah, Colorado, and New Mexico. The Blazer ran like a champ the whole way, even in the 110+ heat of the Mojave desert, and at 13,000 ft elevation crossing the gap between Telluride and Ridgeway, Colorado (had to advance the timing about 20 degrees to keep it running!). I have owned this Blazer for over 10 years now and have poured a lot of blood sweat and tears into it. It is by far the most reliable vehicle I have ever owned, and couldn't ever imagine getting rid of it. Anyways, enjoy. I know I did. Attached Images

12-08-2007, 07:45 PM	#2
CUSTOM/10 Senior Member Join Date: May 2003 Location: Sandown, NH Posts: 2,865	Re: Some Pics of a Trip I Took and awsome looking blazer !!!!! Gary __________________ Gary 72 SWB 4x4 My 72 SWB Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=259859

12-08-2007, 07:48 PM	#3
see ten WTB this ad Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Lafayette Georgia Posts: 5,074	Re: Some Pics of a Trip I Took Sharp looking rig! Great pics as well!

12-08-2007, 08:05 PM	#4
Jtrux I'm a poor spectator Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: San Antonio, Tx Posts: 2,287	Re: Some Pics of a Trip I Took Very nice how about some specs. __________________ 2006 Jeep Unlimited IMPACT ORANGE 1993 Chevy 2500 4x4 ExCab LWB 454/NV4500 Tow rig 1977 Ford F100 2x4 LWB 1st truck I owned, still have it!!! 1979 Ford F150 4x4 SWB Built Ford Tough!!! 1971 Chevy Blazer 350 / SM465 / NP205 UNDER CONSTRUCTION Soon to have a LQ4 6.0!!!

12-08-2007, 08:23 PM	#5
desertrat Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Pahrump, NV Posts: 1,079	Re: Some Pics of a Trip I Took Way cool!

12-08-2007, 08:57 PM	#6
Pop's72 It's ok to stare... Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 667	Re: Some Pics of a Trip I Took Clean looking rig and I love the slot rims...oh and cool story too! __________________ -Matt 1971 Blazer/Jimmy : Factory 2WD, Factory AC, Crate 350

12-08-2007, 10:21 PM	#7
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Some Pics of a Trip I Took to the board! Great pics and love the Blazer! __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

12-08-2007, 10:46 PM	#8
BLUE THUNDER Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: San Antonio Posts: 993	Re: Some Pics of a Trip I Took Dude, way to represent ochre. What size lift and tires are you running? It looks awsome. When you get a chance, post some more pics, it helps me envision mine when I'm finally able to drive it. Later, Mario.

12-08-2007, 11:34 PM	#9
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,038	Re: Some Pics of a Trip I Took Great lookin' truck and a fun looking trip. __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

12-09-2007, 03:35 AM	#10
crzngmychvy "1972 C5" Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: SoCal Posts: 729	Re: Some Pics of a Trip I Took Cool! __________________ - 72 2wd Blazer ...sold... 2wd Blazer Page

12-09-2007, 06:16 AM	#11
vtblazer Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Central Vermont Posts: 8,537	Re: Some Pics of a Trip I Took Love the first pic with it between the mini vans, it screams STYLE!! Great looking ride, thanks for posting/sharing. Are you running an over drive tranny or stock?

12-09-2007, 08:06 AM	#12
Chevyman63 Can't wait to retire!! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Corunna, MI Posts: 1,575	Re: Some Pics of a Trip I Took Nice looking Blazer & great pics as well! from Michigan! __________________ 2009 4x4 Chevy Crew Cab 6.0 1989 4x4 Siverado (270,000 miles) 1972 4x4 Blazer 2007 Chevy Cutaway 1 ton 1970 Corvette (sons project) RIP - CLR 10/11/09

12-09-2007, 09:39 AM	#13
Burt4x4 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Modesto, CA Posts: 1,842	Re: Some Pics of a Trip I Took Sweet! I haven't seen the diamond plate along the bottom in a long time, thought about doing that back in the 90s..nevr did thou..love it! Thanks for sharing! Burt __________________ 1972 K5 MPFI454/Sm465/Np205/D60/14FFd/Re-Centerd H1s w/Swamper Iroks

12-09-2007, 10:02 AM	#14
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12-09-2007, 10:42 AM	#16
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: Some Pics of a Trip I Took ...So you start off with some of the best pictures of one of the nicest Blazer,doing one of the bset things you can do with one,huh? Glad you did... __________________ "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 ~

12-09-2007, 10:57 AM	#17
Shock_Me Senior Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: New Brunswick, Canada Posts: 592	Re: Some Pics of a Trip I Took Beautiful Blazer man! What are all the specs? Lift, tires etc... You've got some beautiful country to enjoy that rig with. Thanks for the inspiration! Pete

12-09-2007, 11:39 AM	#18
jojotonka Account Suspended Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: lennon, michigan Posts: 162	Re: Some Pics of a Trip I Took Awesome Blazer!! Thanks for sharing!! What's the specs?? I see you have 8-lug axles.

12-09-2007, 01:47 PM	#19
70rs/ss Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Northern AZ Posts: 7,270	Re: Some Pics of a Trip I Took Looks like my neck of the woods!! Wish I could've seen it is person!!

12-09-2007, 02:42 PM	#20
Big J Its lookin' like a Blazer! Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Gods Country, KY Posts: 1,772	Re: Some Pics of a Trip I Took I was wondering what a Blazer would look like on slots. Looks awesome! Nice ride. __________________ BAZINGA! My Build

12-09-2007, 02:48 PM	#21
Yukon Jack Post Whore Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Rose Hill, KS, USA Posts: 12,687	Re: Some Pics of a Trip I Took Now that's the way to take a vacation!!!! Awesome K5!! __________________ 1970 Blazer with a 400 sbc and 4" lift 1980 Pontiac Trans Am, 455 Oldsmobile 2012 Kawasaki Concours 14

12-09-2007, 04:33 PM	#22
1970cstblazer All stock and staying that way Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Elkland, PA Posts: 1,966	Re: Some Pics of a Trip I Took Very nice! __________________ 1970 K/5 Blazer CST 4WD, TOTM winner December 2024! Medium Bronze, 93k ACT. miles, 350, 4 speed, rear positraction, 16.5" x 8.25" HD Kelsey Hayes wheel option, tilt, tach, vacuum, AM/FM, manual throttle...Dad ordered and purchased new 4/70. Currently frame off restoration finally getting close to completion.. 1972 Cheyenne Super 20 2WD, DK Blue/White, 90K ACT. miles, 402, TH400, 4.10 open, tilt, tach, vacuum, A/C, AM/FM, manual throttle.. A mostly original paint never rusted Texas survivor... 2017 Sierra 1500 SLT 4WD, Black, 45k miles, 5.3, 6L80E, 3.42 LS, 20" polished wheels, everything but moonroof and 6.2... 2019 Canyon SLT 4WD, White, 62k miles, 3.6, 8L45, 3.23 LS, 18" wheels

12-09-2007, 05:48 PM	#23
Magnuman Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: San Francisco,CA Posts: 130	Re: Some Pics of a Trip I Took Great looking Blazer and awesome trip!

12-09-2007, 06:29 PM	#24
cleszkie Registered User Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Santa Ana, CA Posts: 2,191	Re: Some Pics of a Trip I Took Thanks for all the compliments. It means a lot to me to hear them from people who really know how to appreciate these old trucks. I have many more pics to share of the trip, plus many more from other trips to the local desert spots, up north along the Big Sur, and in Mexico. Sorry in advance for the long post, but when I get talking about my truck I can go on and on! To answer some of the spec questions, here is what I have going on: -3/4 ton Dana 44 front, 4.10 gears, open -1 ton 14 bolt full floater rear, 4.11 gears, open -Mildly massaged 4-bolt main 350, Hedman hedders, Edelbrock Performer Intake, Jet Performance Q-jet, HEI, high flow water pump, dual electric fans, 95 amp internally regulated alt. -TH350 trans with couple extra steels/clutches in packs for durability, external fluid cooler, vacuum modulator adjusted for delayed shift from 1 to 2 resulting in crisper shifts and longer life. -NP 205 -40 gallon NWP gas tank -6-inch Superlift springs front and rear with 1-inch blocks in rear to level, drop drag link, stainless brake lines all around, CV driveshafts front and rear. The rear of the truck was squatting in the pics because it was fully loaded in the back and in the roof pod with 1 month of provisions. -1 ton dual diaphragm brake booster with 1 ton master cylinder. - 16.5x10, 8-lug Ansen aluminum slots. - Parnelli Jones 35x12.50 Dirt grip radials (measure a true 35 inches, much taller than a 35-inch BFG). The Blazer actually got pretty respectable gas mileage with the gearing. I can cruise at 70 mph at about 2700-2800 rpm. However, I am looking at doing a 700R4 swap, or Gear Vendors overdrive soon since I do quite a bit of long distance driving on my trips. The true beauty of the Blazer is that it allowed us to camp WELL off any fire roads and to cross fairly deep creeks in the undeveloped BLM lands away from other RVs. The diamond plate was something I saw an article on in an old Peterson's 4 Wheel Drive mag some years ago. I got it to protect the paint below the belt line. In southern California there is a lot of sand and rock that likes to jump up and scour that paint. Since the trip, I located a set (4) of 16.5x9.75, 8-lug steelies off of some early (67-68) Ford Camper Specials. I painted them stock white and mounted a set of 3/4 ton dog dish hub caps (blue bow tie). The slots were sweet, but the deep steelies with caps are just plain *****in' with the big rubber. I love the retro/stock look. The steelies also have a slightly larger backspacing to allow the wider rim to stay within the fender lips, unlike the Ansens which stick out a little. I also located a swing-away spare tire carrier which I have since mounted. I will post up some more action and poser shots from other trips plus some recent shots with the new rims. Thanks again.

12-09-2007, 06:10 PM	#25
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