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**jaros44sr** · 11-22-2008, 10:17 PM

Looks good J...do mine

Bentblazer · 11-23-2008, 10:53 PM

Either you dont have much to fix or your better at the body work than you think, a gallon of filler wouldn't last me long either way

**Ron 586** · 11-23-2008, 11:09 PM

You ain't never gonna be ready for the road trip in July if you keep gettin' side tracked. Get to work on that Blazer. (see ya in July)

Big J · 11-24-2008, 04:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bentblazer

Either you dont have much to fix or your better at the body work than you think, a gallon of filler wouldn't last me long either way

Well that makes me feel better. This is my first go around using this amount of filler.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ron 586

You ain't never gonna be ready for the road trip in July if you keep gettin' side tracked. Get to work on that Blazer. (see ya in July)

I'm tellin' ya. Its one of the perks of having the space for free though, lol...

Big J · 11-24-2008, 10:28 PM

These gotta be the suckiest progress pics ever and gonna be that way for awhile, lol.... If you can see the progress, consider yourself a winner

sand, sand, sand, filler, filler, sand, sand......

The body is pretty staight I just want it super straight. No dents, no dings, no waves... So that way when someone bangs into it in a parking lot I can go super crazy on'em

On a good note the garage is stayin' nice and toasty. I'm able to get the metal temp up pretty easy.

**jamie72** · 11-24-2008, 10:30 PM

your gettin you pretty tires all dirty.

Big J · 11-24-2008, 10:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jamie72

your gettin you pretty tires all dirty.

Its ok, it blows off pretty easy, lol.

Big J · 12-12-2008, 12:19 AM

I've just about got the drivers bedside done. Have I mentioned sanding is for the birds...... and just think, I get to block it out some more after I primer it.

Chevyman63 · 12-12-2008, 06:16 AM

Progress is progress.

Way to go J.

5150 · 12-13-2008, 12:56 PM

looking good J, you're a better man then me on the sanding thing. I'd be tired as hell. You need to get you one of those long 24 inch sanding blocks

Big J · 12-14-2008, 01:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 5150

looking good J, you're a better man then me on the sanding thing. I'd be tired as hell. You need to get you one of those long 24 inch sanding blocks

I've got a 16" long one. I think any bigger might be a waste.

5150 · 12-14-2008, 01:48 PM

I'm going to leave that one alone

Chevyman63 · 12-14-2008, 02:17 PM

You read my mind.

**Ron 586** · 12-19-2008, 10:48 AM

Well Big J I unloaded the frame and parts that I got from you this past Monday. I needed my trailer to haul my daughter's 03 Cavalier. She pulled in over at my neighbors and knocked a hole in the oil pan. I located a pan and I'm having it installed by one of my mechanic buddies. So if you have made any progress you are still ahead of me. I'll check back later. TTT for you.

MrBeast · 12-19-2008, 11:17 AM

Man when your using a wheel barrow to lay on the bondo, you might have a problem!

MrBeast · 12-19-2008, 04:58 PM

Man that isnt cool, that grease could very well cause your paint to fisheye.

I really like what you are doing with your blazer, I always wanted to do the fuel door with mine like you did to yours because I could never get mine to fuel easy.

I think it is going to be auful sharp when its done. Dont lose hope just have to keep plugging away.

And IMO having your own shop space is the best thing you could ever do for yourself. I have recently realised that dream myself and it is amazing, even though my garage is a piece of junk, it is a million times better than not having one.

**Yukon Jack** · 12-20-2008, 09:15 AM

Yep, I hope that can work out, shops sure make life a bit easier, having more room.

MrBeast · 12-20-2008, 10:50 AM

Home Depot has a couple of great books on building garages, I would highly recommend picking them up, should cost you 40-50 bucks, they even have plans in em.

5150 · 12-20-2008, 11:00 AM

J, I'd be furious too. I took my father in law and two brother in law's over to see the blazer last Sunday. My father in law slammed the passenger side door. WITH NO RUBBER IN THEM YET!!!!!!!!!!!!! Yep, you guessed it it chipped the paint on the top of the bed side where the door shuts. It's about the size of a dime. I didn't know what to say, well I actually did, but couldn't get them out fast enough. Jason was angry as I've ever seen him. He's out of paint so, he cleaned it up best he could, and probably will never be noticed by most people. I'll always see it.

**jaros44sr** · 12-20-2008, 11:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 5150

J, I'd be furious too. I took my father in law and two brother in law's over to see the blazer last Sunday. My father in law slammed the passenger side door. WITH NO RUBBER IN THEM YET!!!!!!!!!!!!! Yep, you guessed it it chipped the paint on the top of the bed side where the door shuts. It's about the size of a dime. I didn't know what to say, well I actually did, but couldn't get them out fast enough. Jason was angry as I've ever seen him. He's out of paint so, he cleaned it up best he could, and probably will never be noticed by most people. I'll always see it.

hard to hold your tongue

Chevyman63 · 12-20-2008, 11:48 AM

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Originally Posted by jaros44sr

hard to hold your tongue

Ain't it the truth!!

Bentblazer · 12-20-2008, 11:53 AM

As far as the separate shop, You'll never regret it, I have a 30x40 and planning to add no this spring. The rant well justified, With a black car I just love it when someone rubs their finger down it and says it sure needs washed(killem)

Bigbore · 12-21-2008, 12:11 PM

Hey Jay I'm kinda new here but nice job! The transfer case looks like a New Process 203 or 205, I would have to go out into the shed and look to see which one is which, I gottem both. But I believe the 205 is gear to gear and 203 is chain driven. I think this transfer case was designed after the dana 300 which is bullet proof, or at least thats what I hear. Either way you have a good case! The only thing most people complain about it the weight, but I like full size trucks so who cares about weight. Just as long as it doesn't break!

vtblazer · 12-21-2008, 12:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bigbore

The only thing most people complain about it the weight

...and the anemic 1.96:1 first gear ratio.

Big J · 12-21-2008, 02:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 5150

J, I'd be furious too. I took my father in law and two brother in law's over to see the blazer last Sunday. My father in law slammed the passenger side door. WITH NO RUBBER IN THEM YET!!!!!!!!!!!!! Yep, you guessed it it chipped the paint on the top of the bed side where the door shuts. It's about the size of a dime. I didn't know what to say, well I actually did, but couldn't get them out fast enough. Jason was angry as I've ever seen him. He's out of paint so, he cleaned it up best he could, and probably will never be noticed by most people. I'll always see it.

It never fails, most of the people I know think that because its a truck you have to slam the doors. Even in my late model dodge people slam the doors. Sorry to hear about the damage. Probably wouldn't hurt to go ahead and buy a quart or gallon of paint just incase.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bentblazer

As far as the separate shop, You'll never regret it, I have a 30x40 and planning to add no this spring. The rant well justified, With a black car I just love it when someone rubs their finger down it and says it sure needs washed(killem)

I've been thinkin' of going with a different color for that very reason. Talked to the place I got the paint and they said no problem on a exchange. Still not sure what color though.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bigbore

Hey Jay I'm kinda new here but nice job! The transfer case looks like a New Process 203 or 205, I would have to go out into the shed and look to see which one is which, I gottem both. But I believe the 205 is gear to gear and 203 is chain driven. I think this transfer case was designed after the dana 300 which is bullet proof, or at least thats what I hear. Either way you have a good case! The only thing most people complain about it the weight, but I like full size trucks so who cares about weight. Just as long as it doesn't break!

Welcome to the board. Yep, I'm runnin' a 205 gear drivin' case. No need to worry about breakage here though. No intentions of beatin' on it.

11-22-2008, 10:17 PM	#1
jaros44sr Senior Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Philadelphia, Pa. 19454 Posts: 9,787	Re: "Slowly but Surely" Big J's build thread... Looks good J...do mine __________________ Semper Fi...Uncle Sam, you da man All parts offered to help are free, unless otherwise noted Dont try this stuff in my build thread, unless you have 55 years of mechanical OTJ training SAFETY FIRST AS usual, off topic They say your mind goes second, can't remember the first Jim

11-23-2008, 10:53 PM	#2
Bentblazer Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Rolla Mo. Posts: 667	Re: "Slowly but Surely" Big J's build thread... Either you dont have much to fix or your better at the body work than you think, a gallon of filler wouldn't last me long either way __________________ "85" Monte Carlo SS "71" K5 (SOLD) "64" Chevelle 1930 Chevy two door rat

11-23-2008, 11:09 PM	#3
Ron 586 RIP Mr Ron Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Big Sandy, Tn. 38221 Posts: 8,150	Re: "Slowly but Surely" Big J's build thread... You ain't never gonna be ready for the road trip in July if you keep gettin' side tracked. Get to work on that Blazer. (see ya in July) __________________ Ron (Mr Round Tuit) Be kinder than necessary, for everyone you meet is fighting some kind of battle TN Message Forum TN Facebook Group SETN Truck Show My Photobucket

11-24-2008, 10:28 PM	#5
Big J Its lookin' like a Blazer! Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Gods Country, KY Posts: 1,772	Re: "Slowly but Surely" Big J's build thread... These gotta be the suckiest progress pics ever and gonna be that way for awhile, lol.... If you can see the progress, consider yourself a winner sand, sand, sand, filler, filler, sand, sand...... The body is pretty staight I just want it super straight. No dents, no dings, no waves... So that way when someone bangs into it in a parking lot I can go super crazy on'em On a good note the garage is stayin' nice and toasty. I'm able to get the metal temp up pretty easy. Attached Images __________________ BAZINGA! My Build

11-24-2008, 10:30 PM	#6
jamie72 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: madison indiana Posts: 3,836	Re: "Slowly but Surely" Big J's build thread... your gettin you pretty tires all dirty. __________________ jamie72 72 BB cheyenne -- Restoration getting started.. member #807 http://www.myspace.com/whitetailobsession www.antlertalk.com

12-12-2008, 12:19 AM	#8
Big J Its lookin' like a Blazer! Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Gods Country, KY Posts: 1,772	Re: "Slowly but Surely" Big J's build thread... I've just about got the drivers bedside done. Have I mentioned sanding is for the birds...... and just think, I get to block it out some more after I primer it. Attached Images __________________ BAZINGA! My Build Last edited by Big J; 12-12-2008 at 12:21 AM.

12-12-2008, 06:16 AM	#9
Chevyman63 Can't wait to retire!! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Corunna, MI Posts: 1,575	Re: "Slowly but Surely" Big J's build thread... Progress is progress. Way to go J. __________________ 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

12-13-2008, 12:56 PM	#10
5150 C10 Club Tennessee Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: White House, TN 37188 Posts: 8,281	Re: "Slowly but Surely" Big J's build thread... looking good J, you're a better man then me on the sanding thing. I'd be tired as hell. You need to get you one of those long 24 inch sanding blocks __________________ Bryan www.gmtruckshow.com Project "Andes"-Halen's First Truck Project: Patina Burb for he is God’s servant for your good. But if you do wrong, be afraid, for he does not bear the sword in vain. For he is the servant of God, an avenger who carries out God’s wrath on the wrongdoer. Romans 13:4

12-14-2008, 01:48 PM	#12
5150 C10 Club Tennessee Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: White House, TN 37188 Posts: 8,281	Re: "Slowly but Surely" Big J's build thread... I'm going to leave that one alone __________________ Bryan www.gmtruckshow.com Project "Andes"-Halen's First Truck Project: Patina Burb for he is God’s servant for your good. But if you do wrong, be afraid, for he does not bear the sword in vain. For he is the servant of God, an avenger who carries out God’s wrath on the wrongdoer. Romans 13:4

12-14-2008, 02:17 PM	#13
Chevyman63 Can't wait to retire!! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Corunna, MI Posts: 1,575	Re: "Slowly but Surely" Big J's build thread... You read my mind. __________________ 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

12-19-2008, 10:48 AM	#14
Ron 586 RIP Mr Ron Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Big Sandy, Tn. 38221 Posts: 8,150	Re: "Slowly but Surely" Big J's build thread... Well Big J I unloaded the frame and parts that I got from you this past Monday. I needed my trailer to haul my daughter's 03 Cavalier. She pulled in over at my neighbors and knocked a hole in the oil pan. I located a pan and I'm having it installed by one of my mechanic buddies. So if you have made any progress you are still ahead of me. I'll check back later. TTT for you. __________________ Ron (Mr Round Tuit) Be kinder than necessary, for everyone you meet is fighting some kind of battle TN Message Forum TN Facebook Group SETN Truck Show My Photobucket Last edited by Ron 586; 12-19-2008 at 10:48 AM.

12-19-2008, 11:17 AM	#15
MrBeast high-Tech Red Neck Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Livingston, MT/On my boat WA/BC/AK Posts: 2,294	Re: "Slowly but Surely" Big J's build thread... Man when your using a wheel barrow to lay on the bondo, you might have a problem! __________________ "He used to be a pretty nice feller, now he's a welder!"

12-19-2008, 04:58 PM	#16
MrBeast high-Tech Red Neck Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Livingston, MT/On my boat WA/BC/AK Posts: 2,294	Re: "Slowly but Surely" Big J's build thread... Man that isnt cool, that grease could very well cause your paint to fisheye. I really like what you are doing with your blazer, I always wanted to do the fuel door with mine like you did to yours because I could never get mine to fuel easy. I think it is going to be auful sharp when its done. Dont lose hope just have to keep plugging away. And IMO having your own shop space is the best thing you could ever do for yourself. I have recently realised that dream myself and it is amazing, even though my garage is a piece of junk, it is a million times better than not having one. __________________ "He used to be a pretty nice feller, now he's a welder!"

12-20-2008, 09:15 AM	#17
Yukon Jack Post Whore Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Rose Hill, KS, USA Posts: 12,686	Re: "Slowly but Surely" Big J's build thread... Yep, I hope that can work out, shops sure make life a bit easier, having more room. __________________ 1970 Blazer with a 400 sbc and 4" lift 1980 Pontiac Trans Am, 455 Oldsmobile 2012 Kawasaki Concours 14

12-20-2008, 10:50 AM	#18
MrBeast high-Tech Red Neck Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Livingston, MT/On my boat WA/BC/AK Posts: 2,294	Re: "Slowly but Surely" Big J's build thread... Home Depot has a couple of great books on building garages, I would highly recommend picking them up, should cost you 40-50 bucks, they even have plans in em. __________________ "He used to be a pretty nice feller, now he's a welder!"



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12-20-2008, 11:00 AM	#19
5150 C10 Club Tennessee Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: White House, TN 37188 Posts: 8,281	Re: "Slowly but Surely" Big J's build thread... J, I'd be furious too. I took my father in law and two brother in law's over to see the blazer last Sunday. My father in law slammed the passenger side door. WITH NO RUBBER IN THEM YET!!!!!!!!!!!!! Yep, you guessed it it chipped the paint on the top of the bed side where the door shuts. It's about the size of a dime. I didn't know what to say, well I actually did, but couldn't get them out fast enough. Jason was angry as I've ever seen him. He's out of paint so, he cleaned it up best he could, and probably will never be noticed by most people. I'll always see it. __________________ Bryan www.gmtruckshow.com Project "Andes"-Halen's First Truck Project: Patina Burb for he is God’s servant for your good. But if you do wrong, be afraid, for he does not bear the sword in vain. For he is the servant of God, an avenger who carries out God’s wrath on the wrongdoer. Romans 13:4

12-20-2008, 11:53 AM	#22
Bentblazer Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Rolla Mo. Posts: 667	Re: "Slowly but Surely" Big J's build thread... As far as the separate shop, You'll never regret it, I have a 30x40 and planning to add no this spring. The rant well justified, With a black car I just love it when someone rubs their finger down it and says it sure needs washed(killem) __________________ "85" Monte Carlo SS "71" K5 (SOLD) "64" Chevelle 1930 Chevy two door rat

12-21-2008, 12:11 PM	#23
Bigbore just stuff and more stuff Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Roseville, California Posts: 26	Re: "Slowly but Surely" Big J's build thread... Hey Jay I'm kinda new here but nice job! The transfer case looks like a New Process 203 or 205, I would have to go out into the shed and look to see which one is which, I gottem both. But I believe the 205 is gear to gear and 203 is chain driven. I think this transfer case was designed after the dana 300 which is bullet proof, or at least thats what I hear. Either way you have a good case! The only thing most people complain about it the weight, but I like full size trucks so who cares about weight. Just as long as it doesn't break!

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