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**maldo** · 04-07-2018, 06:03 PM

Am trying to get some opinions on a couple of things.
#!. My Glove box tag says I'm to have the df210 mirrors I think they are to big, what do you think ?

#2. I just finished the interior the winter, tell me how feel about it.

#3.the engine compartment is stock and showings its age, should I clean it up but keep it looking stock or LS3 swap ?

This will get me started, Thank you for the help in advance, p.s. This winter I changed out the original th350 and put in a 700r4 and I LOVE IT, still have the th350 keeping it just in case.

Tuff Gong · 04-07-2018, 06:20 PM

1. I think the mirrors look fine.
2. Interior looks awesome.
3. I would keep it stock.

Pretty awesome truck. I like it a lot. I have never seen a 2wd highlander blazer.

**maldo** · 04-07-2018, 06:30 PM

Thank you Brian, the mirrors on the blazer in the photo are not the df210 look them up on this site and see what you think then, I think it would look like dumbo.. again Thank you.

simicrintz · 04-07-2018, 08:07 PM

I think I would stick with the stock engine as well. If it were mine, I would grab some Simple Green and spray it (on a cold engine) all over and let it sit for a little bit, then I would hose it off and see how it looks. I think with a bit of elbow grease and some products that would clean up really nice. And as you know, you don't see too many like yours so (to me) keeping it stock(ish) would be the direction I would go.

Besides-anyone can put an LS engine in a truck

**maldo** · 04-07-2018, 10:09 PM

Thank you sir, it is appreciated.

simicrintz · 04-08-2018, 01:15 AM

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Originally Posted by maldo

Thank you sir, it is appreciated.

It is just my opinion, maldo, and worth what it cost

You have a cool rig; what part of CA are you in? I'm down in San Diego County (Escondido).

**DeadheadNM** · 04-07-2018, 11:18 PM

Is the motor original to the truck? What's the stamped code on the block just ahead of RH cylinder head?

**maldo** · 04-07-2018, 11:49 PM

Yes it is, the number is V040TDJ the block code tells us its from Michigan and the blazer was built in Flint. It has 70k original miles.

68panelman · 04-08-2018, 08:50 AM

Beautiful well optioned 2wd

Bigdav160 · 04-08-2018, 11:17 AM

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My Glove box tag says I'm to have the df210 mirrors I think they are to big, what do you think ?

I agree. On that truck camper mirrors would be way too large and ruin the look. Nice Blazer!

**maldo** · 04-08-2018, 12:33 PM

I live in northern cal near San Fransisco, Thanks you guys it looks like I'm going in the right direction. I will be painting it back to stock in the future . one thing it still has the smog tubes every where any suggestions ???

**DeadheadNM** · 04-08-2018, 11:36 PM

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Originally Posted by maldo

I live in northern cal near San Fransisco, Thanks you guys it looks like I'm going in the right direction. I will be painting it back to stock in the future . one thing it still has the smog tubes every where any suggestions ???

I'd keep the smog equipment with the original motor. It's a rare historical vehicle you have and would stand out among the sea of modified original 2wd and 4wd conversion K5s if originality is preserved. IMO it's a true gem as manufactured.

**HeloCrewChief** · 04-08-2018, 02:18 PM

Where did you get your highlander seat covers? Beautiful blazer!

**maldo** · 04-08-2018, 06:35 PM

Made them, I have one more set I need to put together and I might sell them.

**HeloCrewChief** · 04-08-2018, 06:40 PM

I would definitely buy the rear cover. Bought my 72 Highlander off the forum and the front seats were done. Back seat cover is on backorder indefinitely.

**maldo** · 04-08-2018, 06:48 PM

I haven.'t put them together yet, but when I do I will be selling as a set. sorry
where did you order the rear from ?

SS Tim · 04-08-2018, 07:03 PM

Since this is morphing into a seatcover conversation I must point out that Highlander Blazer rear seats should have the scroll work vinyl center inserts and the ribbed vinyl back to be "correct".

**Ol Blue K20** · 04-09-2018, 10:36 AM

Hey Maldo, I met you at the Budweiser show last September. I would keep the mirrors you have. The camper mirrors are a bit bulky.

**maldo** · 04-10-2018, 04:37 PM

Thank you guys I will keep the mirrors and keep engine stock, just clean it up a bit. Hope to see you at Budweiser show again this year.

**Ol Blue K20** · 04-10-2018, 06:38 PM

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Originally Posted by maldo

Thank you guys I will keep the mirrors and keep engine stock, just clean it up a bit. Hope to see you at Budweiser show again this year.

I'll be there. We're already registered

chevyguy_72 · 04-10-2018, 04:49 PM

In the end... its your blazer... do what makes you happy... You live with it on a daily basis... the rest of us are just spectating from afar...

**A1971Blazer** · 04-10-2018, 08:56 PM

Very nice find.....!
As close to stock as it is.....keep it that way...
For these Gen 1 K/5 Blazers and GMC Jimmys......stock is cool....as well as the many that have been modified....that's cool too...
You have acquired an investment.....best of luck with it....!

**maldo** · 04-12-2018, 01:29 PM

Thank you all once again, I'm getting some great advice. Hay Dale come by and say hi at Budweiser show we will be there also.

**Blazerowner** · 04-14-2018, 02:13 AM

Nice Blazer. I’m swapping in an ls3 in mine along with a 4l80e. I personally thought it over and since I’m keeping mine I don’t care about the original 350 it had. I think if you were going to sell it then originallity would be important as it likely would increase the value. My highlander covers are currently being made by vendor truckseats’ source. I’ve been waiting 6 months but I know they will be worth it. Once you deck the engine during a rebuild the matching numbers will be lost. Of course I’ve never seen anyone worried about a matching numbers Blazer. Maybe that will change?

**maldo** · 04-17-2018, 03:09 PM

You have to be happy with what you have, I know it will be great would love to see some pics.

04-07-2018, 06:03 PM	#1
maldo Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: cali Posts: 703	72 2wd Highlander need advice Am trying to get some opinions on a couple of things. #!. My Glove box tag says I'm to have the df210 mirrors I think they are to big, what do you think ? #2. I just finished the interior the winter, tell me how feel about it. #3.the engine compartment is stock and showings its age, should I clean it up but keep it looking stock or LS3 swap ? This will get me started, Thank you for the help in advance, p.s. This winter I changed out the original th350 and put in a 700r4 and I LOVE IT, still have the th350 keeping it just in case. Attached Images

04-07-2018, 08:07 PM	#4
simicrintz Registered User Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: Escondido Posts: 305	Re: 72 2wd Highlander need advice I think I would stick with the stock engine as well. If it were mine, I would grab some Simple Green and spray it (on a cold engine) all over and let it sit for a little bit, then I would hose it off and see how it looks. I think with a bit of elbow grease and some products that would clean up really nice. And as you know, you don't see too many like yours so (to me) keeping it stock(ish) would be the direction I would go. Besides-anyone can put an LS engine in a truck __________________ -Bruce 1971 K5 Blazer 4WD

04-07-2018, 10:09 PM	#5
maldo Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: cali Posts: 703	Re: 72 2wd Highlander need advice Thank you sir, it is appreciated.

04-07-2018, 11:18 PM	#7
DeadheadNM Carpe manana Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Eau Claire, WI Posts: 12,446	Re: 72 2wd Highlander need advice Is the motor original to the truck? What's the stamped code on the block just ahead of RH cylinder head? __________________ 1972 K5 CST Highlander Blazer: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=708547 1972 K20 Cheyenne Super: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=528308 Members met: ORANGBLAZ, 2003 silverado, MikeCofield, BB72CHEVKT, Duncan&Son, Sameyrasmea72, THENEWMEXICAN, HotRod C/10, brianthelion02, Sport/Truck, ryanroo, michael bustamante, Dirt's72, Already Gone, WestButteTruck, 57taskforce, Moreyel, painterljp, AASmedic, SoCoC10, Lumaestas, carbuff382, Chevyland

04-07-2018, 11:49 PM	#8
maldo Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: cali Posts: 703	Re: 72 2wd Highlander need advice Yes it is, the number is V040TDJ the block code tells us its from Michigan and the blazer was built in Flint. It has 70k original miles.

04-07-2018, 06:20 PM	#2
Tuff Gong Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Glendale, AZ Posts: 3,178	Re: 72 2wd Highlander need advice 1. I think the mirrors look fine. 2. Interior looks awesome. 3. I would keep it stock. Pretty awesome truck. I like it a lot. I have never seen a 2wd highlander blazer.

04-07-2018, 06:30 PM	#3
maldo Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: cali Posts: 703	Re: 72 2wd Highlander need advice Thank you Brian, the mirrors on the blazer in the photo are not the df210 look them up on this site and see what you think then, I think it would look like dumbo.. again Thank you.

04-08-2018, 08:50 AM	#9
68panelman Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Delaware and Long Island, New York Posts: 3,456	Re: 72 2wd Highlander need advice Beautiful well optioned 2wd

04-08-2018, 12:33 PM	#11
maldo Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: cali Posts: 703	Re: 72 2wd Highlander need advice I live in northern cal near San Fransisco, Thanks you guys it looks like I'm going in the right direction. I will be painting it back to stock in the future . one thing it still has the smog tubes every where any suggestions ???

04-08-2018, 02:18 PM	#13
HeloCrewChief Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: North Alabama Posts: 1,056	Re: 72 2wd Highlander need advice Where did you get your highlander seat covers? Beautiful blazer! __________________ 1970 C10 to K20 conversion 1974 GMC Jimmy 1968 50th Anniversary Short Bed 1968 Chevelle 1964 Comet Caliente 1990 W250 Cummins

04-08-2018, 06:35 PM	#14
maldo Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: cali Posts: 703	Re: 72 2wd Highlander need advice Made them, I have one more set I need to put together and I might sell them.

04-08-2018, 06:40 PM	#15
HeloCrewChief Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: North Alabama Posts: 1,056	Re: 72 2wd Highlander need advice I would definitely buy the rear cover. Bought my 72 Highlander off the forum and the front seats were done. Back seat cover is on backorder indefinitely. __________________ 1970 C10 to K20 conversion 1974 GMC Jimmy 1968 50th Anniversary Short Bed 1968 Chevelle 1964 Comet Caliente 1990 W250 Cummins

04-08-2018, 06:48 PM	#16
maldo Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: cali Posts: 703	Re: 72 2wd Highlander need advice I haven.'t put them together yet, but when I do I will be selling as a set. sorry where did you order the rear from ?

04-08-2018, 07:03 PM	#17
SS Tim Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Edwards, CA Posts: 7,503	Re: 72 2wd Highlander need advice Since this is morphing into a seatcover conversation I must point out that Highlander Blazer rear seats should have the scroll work vinyl center inserts and the ribbed vinyl back to be "correct". __________________ Thanks, Tim * VIN/Model Decoders * Power Team Charts (engine/transmission/gear ratio) * Post Your Pickup SPID Blazer SPID Suburban/Panel SPID * RTFM ... Read The Factory Manuals... download 'em here Highlanders Do you have a 1972 Plaid Pickup? Plaid Blazer ** Plaid Suburban

04-09-2018, 10:36 AM	#18
Ol Blue K20 Proprietor of Dale's Corner Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Vacaville , CA Posts: 16,245	Re: 72 2wd Highlander need advice Hey Maldo, I met you at the Budweiser show last September. I would keep the mirrors you have. The camper mirrors are a bit bulky. __________________ "Some Days Chickens And Some Days Feathers" Dale XNGH ECV Sam Brannan 1004 R.I.P. 67ChevyRedneck R.I.P. Grumpy Old Man R.I.P. FleetsidePaul



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04-10-2018, 04:37 PM	#19
maldo Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: cali Posts: 703	Re: 72 2wd Highlander need advice Thank you guys I will keep the mirrors and keep engine stock, just clean it up a bit. Hope to see you at Budweiser show again this year.

04-10-2018, 04:49 PM	#21
chevyguy_72 Vintage Evil Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Hastings, Nebraska Posts: 956	Re: 72 2wd Highlander need advice In the end... its your blazer... do what makes you happy... You live with it on a daily basis... the rest of us are just spectating from afar... __________________ Current Rides: Vintage Evil - 72 Chevy C10 (Always a work in progress) Vintage Evil Build Thread EvilK5 - 71 K5 Blazer Evil Twin - 2006 Suzuki M109R EvilDmax- 2018 GMC 2500 Denali Duramax

04-10-2018, 08:56 PM	#22
A1971Blazer Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: East Tennessee Posts: 2,199	Re: 72 2wd Highlander need advice Very nice find.....! As close to stock as it is.....keep it that way... For these Gen 1 K/5 Blazers and GMC Jimmys......stock is cool....as well as the many that have been modified....that's cool too... You have acquired an investment.....best of luck with it....! __________________ 1967 C10 Step side 1968 C10 Step side 1970 Chevrolet K/5 Blazer 1972 Chevrolet K/5 Blazer .............

04-12-2018, 01:29 PM	#23
maldo Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: cali Posts: 703	Re: 72 2wd Highlander need advice Thank you all once again, I'm getting some great advice. Hay Dale come by and say hi at Budweiser show we will be there also.

04-14-2018, 02:13 AM	#24
Blazerowner Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Yuba City, Ca Posts: 1,956	Re: 72 2wd Highlander need advice Nice Blazer. I’m swapping in an ls3 in mine along with a 4l80e. I personally thought it over and since I’m keeping mine I don’t care about the original 350 it had. I think if you were going to sell it then originallity would be important as it likely would increase the value. My highlander covers are currently being made by vendor truckseats’ source. I’ve been waiting 6 months but I know they will be worth it. Once you deck the engine during a rebuild the matching numbers will be lost. Of course I’ve never seen anyone worried about a matching numbers Blazer. Maybe that will change? __________________ Kirk 72 Blazer CST 4wd highlander

04-17-2018, 03:09 PM	#25
maldo Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: cali Posts: 703	Re: 72 2wd Highlander need advice You have to be happy with what you have, I know it will be great would love to see some pics.

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