Looking at mid 1970's blazers and I have a question

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Way back in time I had a 1972 Blazer and I loved that truck. I want to buy another older Blazer for a daily driver but I remember a few of the irritations with the old one. It was a rattletrap and it was always damp inside.(I live in Southern BC so think Seattle weather only more rain). The defrost was kind of crap and I had constant wind noise through the frameless doors. I remember it being pretty decent on longer trips though and I guess it must have been fairly comfortable. (going back 25 years in my memory so maybe I just put up with more.)

So I thought I would move up a few years and get a squarebody with the half roof, and I'm looking for driving impressions from owners. I would appreciate feedback on how these trucks are to live with every day in terms of ride quality, road noise, defrost performance, etc. Most of my driving would be highway at 70 mph, with very little off road. I'm considering a diesel or a propane conversion for reasons of economy. Whatever I buy will be in as near to new condition as possible. I would buy as close to stock as possible, and I really want the mid 70's look with stock grill, round headlights and ralley wheels.

Thanks for the help.