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ColoradoK5 · 03-11-2008, 08:10 PM

Here is my 1971 K5 bought it in 05 pretty much the way it sits until the motor finally blew up on me. Pulled the Motor last week and decided this would be a good time to paint the engine compartment. Then I decided to get some stuff powder coated so I took out the interior to powder coat the seat brackets, since I have everything out already might be a good time to paint the tub. Let me know what you guys think.

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Big J · 03-11-2008, 08:58 PM

I think it looks sweet!!! I hope you mean to paint the inside, the outside looks great. Give us some specs.... Lift? tire size? engine? Post some pics as ya put it back together. We all drool over build pics, lol.. I do anyway

krue · 03-11-2008, 09:05 PM

The outside looks great!

vtblazer · 03-11-2008, 09:05 PM

You've been attacked by the "might as well" disease.
Fair warning, it's a tough one to shake off.

Good looking blazer.

**Yukon Jack** · 03-11-2008, 09:20 PM

I really like that color!

ColoradoK5 · 03-11-2008, 09:21 PM

I blame it on this board. gave me alot of ideas and examples. I am going to paint the engine compartment same as exterior and the inside tub black. it is all stock height with later model15x8 Rally wheels on 32x12.50 BFG AT's. Still trying to decide what motor to go with too many options out there. i am leaning towards a 350/330hp from GMPP. anybody have that motor or suggestions? here is a few more pics

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TonyJohnson · 03-11-2008, 11:48 PM

Nice.

ColoradoK5 · 03-12-2008, 02:44 AM

Thanks for the comments i like the color a lot 2. The PO did a good job picking it out. The paint is ok but definitly not show quality. I use this Blazer to go hunting and fishing so it has some scratches but nothing that will not buff out. I also have a Tach kit i need to put in and a tilt column that needs to be re-built.

Critter · 03-12-2008, 04:32 AM

Nice Blazer, I like the color as well. I couldn't tell from the pics, do you still have the factory tow hooks that are on the option sheet? They are pretty hard to come by.

**jamie72** · 03-12-2008, 05:26 AM

nice ride, and welcome, good to see other outdoorsmen here also..

72BlckButy · 03-12-2008, 05:59 AM

Sweet Blazer! What color is the exterior?

ColoradoK5 · 03-12-2008, 04:45 PM

The color i was told is gunmetal blue from an early 90's Lexus. I am looking for the paint codes later this week.

I know a lot people think i am crazy taking this thing hunting and fishing but i think why have a 4x4 if you never get to use it?

I still have the og tow hooks here is a pic that shows them.
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red71cheyenne · 03-12-2008, 05:09 PM

Nice Blaz! The tow hooks make it go faster, get stuck less and help it to dodge bullets.

Huck · 03-12-2008, 07:09 PM

Life is short--do it like you want--drive it like you want--. I have a high output reworked 350 in my blazer. Due to the gear ratio--you never really get to take advantage of the power--so you just suck up more gas 12-13mpg. I would consider the base model GM crate 350. Done that before and it is a good buy for the price and the warranty. Huck

**lks dcvn** · 03-12-2008, 07:29 PM

Nice Blazer!

Critter · 03-12-2008, 07:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Huck

Life is short--do it like you want--drive it like you want--. I have a high output reworked 350 in my blazer. Due to the gear ratio--you never really get to take advantage of the power--so you just suck up more gas 12-13mpg. I would consider the base model GM crate 350. Done that before and it is a good buy for the price and the warranty. Huck

My buddy (I guess that's what you could call him

) JTRUX has the GMPP 260HP 350 crate in his 71. From what I can tell it has plenty of power and get up and go even with 3.08 gears. He will probably chime in with more opinions. It seams like you get a quality package when you buy one of their crate engines.

Burt4x4 · 03-12-2008, 07:45 PM

Dude! Put a 454 in it

hehehe Just messin Stevo

I would get the crate engine for that hunting rig. Or if you have a good engine guy that can balance you a well built 350, bump up the compression a bit and upgrade to MPFI then pack your icecooler and hit the hills

Good Luck!
Burt

ColoradoK5 · 03-12-2008, 09:01 PM

I am really confused on what to do for my motor? I picked up the GMPP 2008 catalog and there are a lot of options but i think i am starting to lean towards the 350/290hp. For the price it is hard to beat. Plus i can also add stuff later. I would love to have a BB but with gas prices i would never get to use it

Burt4x4 · 03-12-2008, 09:22 PM

Gas prices..comon that will allways be an issue, plus you slap on a good MultiPoint Fuel Injection and get 15mpg easy 350 or 454 desn't matter..The only reason a 454 gets worse gas millage is cuz it is alot more fun to THROTTLE OUT

hehheee
Speaking of F-gasprices I paid 3.99 for diesel this morning..75bucks for 17gal

ColoradoK5 · 03-12-2008, 09:55 PM

That's true about gas prices. They are a lot of fun!! Maybe on the next go around? Can you recommend a good MPFI? I need to research on this subject a lot more.

I am lucky i guess only paid 3.15 4 the beater i drive to work

Burt4x4 · 03-12-2008, 11:19 PM

I run the Edlebrock MPFI, throttel response is AWESOME.
Some say the Holley Comander 950 is the way to go.
Or just get a newer LS1 or LS6 engine like RyanB does over at PacificFab here in Cali.

ColoradoK5 · 03-12-2008, 11:33 PM

For the cost would a Ram Jet 350 be the way to go?

TonyJohnson · 03-12-2008, 11:54 PM

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Originally Posted by ColoradoK5

For the cost would a Ram Jet 350 be the way to go?

The ram jet 350 would be awesome, but you can find cooler, more programmable solutions for similar $. Just depends on what you want. I'd like an LS1/LS6 with a FAST or Motec setup...

or with the stock computer and hp tuners... http://www.hptuners.com/

But the ram jet would be just fine...

Burt4x4 · 03-13-2008, 12:27 AM

I realy don't know much about the ramjet

Heck I don't know much about FI also.
I do know there are two types of FI:
Batch Fire = squirts fuel to more than one cylinder at a time, in a batch.
Sequential Fire = squirts fuel only to the cylinder that is going to fire (better fuel economy & power) the best type of FI.

JayDubBlazer · 03-13-2008, 01:17 AM

Thats a good picture of in on the trail in its natural enviroment

03-11-2008, 08:10 PM	#1
ColoradoK5 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Denver Colorado Posts: 608	ColordoK5 Introduction Here is my 1971 K5 bought it in 05 pretty much the way it sits until the motor finally blew up on me. Pulled the Motor last week and decided this would be a good time to paint the engine compartment. Then I decided to get some stuff powder coated so I took out the interior to powder coat the seat brackets, since I have everything out already might be a good time to paint the tub. Let me know what you guys think. Attached Images

03-11-2008, 08:58 PM	#2
Big J Its lookin' like a Blazer! Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Gods Country, KY Posts: 1,772	Re: ColordoK5 Introduction I think it looks sweet!!! I hope you mean to paint the inside, the outside looks great. Give us some specs.... Lift? tire size? engine? Post some pics as ya put it back together. We all drool over build pics, lol.. I do anyway __________________ BAZINGA! My Build

03-11-2008, 09:05 PM	#3
krue Designated A-hole! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: South Mississippi Posts: 36,448	Re: ColordoK5 Introduction The outside looks great! __________________ "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"

03-11-2008, 09:05 PM	#4
vtblazer Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Central Vermont Posts: 8,537	Re: ColordoK5 Introduction You've been attacked by the "might as well" disease. Fair warning, it's a tough one to shake off. Good looking blazer.

03-11-2008, 09:20 PM	#5
Yukon Jack Post Whore Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Rose Hill, KS, USA Posts: 12,686	Re: ColordoK5 Introduction I really like that color! __________________ 1970 Blazer with a 400 sbc and 4" lift 1980 Pontiac Trans Am, 455 Oldsmobile 2012 Kawasaki Concours 14

03-11-2008, 09:21 PM	#6
ColoradoK5 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Denver Colorado Posts: 608	Re: ColordoK5 Introduction I blame it on this board. gave me alot of ideas and examples. I am going to paint the engine compartment same as exterior and the inside tub black. it is all stock height with later model15x8 Rally wheels on 32x12.50 BFG AT's. Still trying to decide what motor to go with too many options out there. i am leaning towards a 350/330hp from GMPP. anybody have that motor or suggestions? here is a few more pics Attached Images

03-11-2008, 11:48 PM	#7
TonyJohnson Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Cheboygan, MI Posts: 998	Re: ColordoK5 Introduction Nice. __________________ Tony Johnson -- '71 Blazer w/L-31 Vortec 350, SM465, NP205, performer intake, edelbrock 1406, HEI, 4" lift, Boyd EFI tank, Vintage A/C My Blazer --

03-12-2008, 02:44 AM	#8
ColoradoK5 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Denver Colorado Posts: 608	Re: ColordoK5 Introduction Thanks for the comments i like the color a lot 2. The PO did a good job picking it out. The paint is ok but definitly not show quality. I use this Blazer to go hunting and fishing so it has some scratches but nothing that will not buff out. I also have a Tach kit i need to put in and a tilt column that needs to be re-built.

03-12-2008, 04:32 AM	#9
Critter Future TOTM Winner Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Bulverde, TX Posts: 2,692	Re: ColordoK5 Introduction Nice Blazer, I like the color as well. I couldn't tell from the pics, do you still have the factory tow hooks that are on the option sheet? They are pretty hard to come by. __________________ 72 Chevy CST K5 HIGHLANDER BLAZER Getting a 6.0,NV4500,NP205,14BFF (Currently laying all over the place in little pieces) 72 Chevy swb step-side "LS" 6.0 Here's a build thread of sorts 2002 HD2500 Crew Cab, 8.1L Allison 4x4 Daily Driver Check it out www.lsdyno.com Last edited by Critter; 03-12-2008 at 09:52 AM.

03-12-2008, 05:26 AM	#10
jamie72 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: madison indiana Posts: 3,836	Re: ColordoK5 Introduction nice ride, and welcome, good to see other outdoorsmen here also.. __________________ jamie72 72 BB cheyenne -- Restoration getting started.. member #807 http://www.myspace.com/whitetailobsession www.antlertalk.com

03-12-2008, 05:59 AM	#11
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: ColordoK5 Introduction Sweet Blazer! What color is the exterior? __________________ -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) Last edited by 72BlckButy; 03-12-2008 at 05:59 AM.

03-12-2008, 04:45 PM	#12
ColoradoK5 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Denver Colorado Posts: 608	Re: ColordoK5 Introduction The color i was told is gunmetal blue from an early 90's Lexus. I am looking for the paint codes later this week. I know a lot people think i am crazy taking this thing hunting and fishing but i think why have a 4x4 if you never get to use it? I still have the og tow hooks here is a pic that shows them.

03-12-2008, 05:09 PM	#13
red71cheyenne Back in the sticks Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Fordland, MO Posts: 3,188	Re: ColordoK5 Introduction Nice Blaz! The tow hooks make it go faster, get stuck less and help it to dodge bullets. __________________ 1971 Cheyenne C-10 w/700R4 and Tuned Port Injection 1969 K5 Blazer w/Tuned Port 2010 2SS/RS Flaming Orange Camaro 2011 K1500 Suburban 2014 K1500 Pickup 2008 Nissan Altima? The wifes' hoopty

03-12-2008, 07:09 PM	#14
Huck Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Shelbyville, KY Posts: 3,261	Re: ColordoK5 Introduction Life is short--do it like you want--drive it like you want--. I have a high output reworked 350 in my blazer. Due to the gear ratio--you never really get to take advantage of the power--so you just suck up more gas 12-13mpg. I would consider the base model GM crate 350. Done that before and it is a good buy for the price and the warranty. Huck

03-12-2008, 07:29 PM	#15
lks dcvn Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Columbus, Ohio Posts: 4,348	Re: ColordoK5 Introduction Nice Blazer!



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03-12-2008, 07:45 PM	#17
Burt4x4 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Modesto, CA Posts: 1,842	Re: ColordoK5 Introduction Dude! Put a 454 in it hehehe Just messin Stevo I would get the crate engine for that hunting rig. Or if you have a good engine guy that can balance you a well built 350, bump up the compression a bit and upgrade to MPFI then pack your icecooler and hit the hills Good Luck! Burt __________________ 1972 K5 MPFI454/Sm465/Np205/D60/14FFd/Re-Centerd H1s w/Swamper Iroks

03-12-2008, 09:01 PM	#18
ColoradoK5 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Denver Colorado Posts: 608	Re: ColordoK5 Introduction I am really confused on what to do for my motor? I picked up the GMPP 2008 catalog and there are a lot of options but i think i am starting to lean towards the 350/290hp. For the price it is hard to beat. Plus i can also add stuff later. I would love to have a BB but with gas prices i would never get to use it

03-12-2008, 09:22 PM	#19
Burt4x4 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Modesto, CA Posts: 1,842	Re: ColordoK5 Introduction Gas prices..comon that will allways be an issue, plus you slap on a good MultiPoint Fuel Injection and get 15mpg easy 350 or 454 desn't matter..The only reason a 454 gets worse gas millage is cuz it is alot more fun to THROTTLE OUT hehheee Speaking of F-gasprices I paid 3.99 for diesel this morning..75bucks for 17gal __________________ 1972 K5 MPFI454/Sm465/Np205/D60/14FFd/Re-Centerd H1s w/Swamper Iroks

03-12-2008, 09:55 PM	#20
ColoradoK5 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Denver Colorado Posts: 608	Re: ColordoK5 Introduction That's true about gas prices. They are a lot of fun!! Maybe on the next go around? Can you recommend a good MPFI? I need to research on this subject a lot more. I am lucky i guess only paid 3.15 4 the beater i drive to work

03-12-2008, 11:19 PM	#21
Burt4x4 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Modesto, CA Posts: 1,842	Re: ColordoK5 Introduction I run the Edlebrock MPFI, throttel response is AWESOME. Some say the Holley Comander 950 is the way to go. Or just get a newer LS1 or LS6 engine like RyanB does over at PacificFab here in Cali. __________________ 1972 K5 MPFI454/Sm465/Np205/D60/14FFd/Re-Centerd H1s w/Swamper Iroks

03-12-2008, 11:33 PM	#22
ColoradoK5 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Denver Colorado Posts: 608	Re: ColordoK5 Introduction For the cost would a Ram Jet 350 be the way to go?

03-13-2008, 12:27 AM	#24
Burt4x4 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Modesto, CA Posts: 1,842	Re: ColordoK5 Introduction I realy don't know much about the ramjet Heck I don't know much about FI also. I do know there are two types of FI: Batch Fire = squirts fuel to more than one cylinder at a time, in a batch. Sequential Fire = squirts fuel only to the cylinder that is going to fire (better fuel economy & power) the best type of FI. __________________ 1972 K5 MPFI454/Sm465/Np205/D60/14FFd/Re-Centerd H1s w/Swamper Iroks Last edited by Burt4x4; 03-13-2008 at 12:28 AM.

03-13-2008, 01:17 AM	#25
JayDubBlazer go cyclones Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Ames, IA Posts: 1,883	Re: ColordoK5 Introduction Thats a good picture of in on the trail in its natural enviroment __________________ Wes PROJECT OLE GREEN 1972 Blazer 4X4 350/700R4 2017 Silverado LT

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