Pics of the '75 Blazer... aaaalmost finished! - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Gregsmx · 12-28-2004, 01:01 AM

Well, the Blazer is heading to the Upholstery shop tomorrow, and I've been wanting to post some pics for a while, but wanted to get as close to 'finished' as possible. Anyway, here's a few pics of what she looks like so far.

I wanted to thank everyone who has had input and helped out on the project from these boards. The boards and experience of the members was invaluable for a first time frame off restoration. The friends I have turned on to the boards have thanked me many times as well!

N2TRUX, thanks for the tips, Bigblock73, thanks for posting my chassis as a link to your 73-87.com Garage section, Bouncytruck, thanks for the Photoshop help, and theirs been many more.

I'll post more after returning from the upholstery shop and getting the stereo system completed. Of course, my link has the entire restoration recorded.

My plans for the truck are to be finished in time for Autorama here in San Antonio, at the Alamodome on February 25-27. From there on to Texas Heat Wave in Austin this summer.

Thanks again, Greg.

TIMSPEED · 12-28-2004, 01:08 AM

Freakin NICE man!!

cliffsta · 12-28-2004, 01:19 AM

goddamn that is a hot truck.

bigblock73 · 12-28-2004, 01:22 AM

Greg, I should be thanking you for letting me use your pic!!

Great looking Blazer, and excellent job my friend!

**N2TRUX** · 12-28-2004, 01:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gregsmx

....N2TRUX, thanks for the tips ......

That's what were all here for buddy. That thing has come together in awesome form. I know some sceptics thought you were crazy for building a 4wd the way you did, but I don't think anyone can argue with the results now. No doubt, that thing rocks....

**N2TRUX** · 12-28-2004, 01:32 AM

This is cool....

MylilBowTie · 12-28-2004, 04:50 AM

Can you tell a little more about the heater core hose setup? I guess they are heater core hoses, anyway I like the way its setup a lot.

Jonboy · 12-28-2004, 09:29 AM

Good work, Greg. Your truck looks great!

**Palf70Step** · 12-28-2004, 09:35 AM

Sharp looking Blazer

Gregsmx · 12-28-2004, 10:24 AM

WOW, thank you for all of your support and positive responses! It has been a lot of fun and work, and your comments mean a lot!

N2TRUX, you were right, building a 4wd showtruck was tricky, and some of the decisions made along the way were not always popular ones, but as you said, it has come together nicely.

The System Diagram shows the stereo system which will be powered by a dedicated Yellow Top battery. I'm installing a dual battery set up similar to the Blazer Chalet, so if parked, the battery can drain, and not affect the engine battery and starting capabilities. Of course, the alternator will charge both.

Mylilbowtie, the A/C system installed is a 'Sure Fit' unit from Vintage Air. In Texas, you have to have your A/C, even when Topless! The evaoporator, heater core and blower installs under the dash. It uses the same control knobs and the glove box insert is replaced with one that is a little smaller. The compressor is part of a 'Front Runner' package that includes a single serpentine belt, and compact placement in front of the big block. The technology is driven from their hotrod line of A/C kits in which everything has to be compact in order to fit under the Model A and Model B hotrod hoods where there is very limited space. Fortunately space is not a problem under these hoods! Here's a pic of the Front Runner with single belt:

Slonaker · 12-28-2004, 10:31 AM

Nice. I'll keep an eye out for it here in SA.

Slonaker

Ric83 · 12-28-2004, 11:00 AM

Wow!

LOHRTBT · 12-28-2004, 12:08 PM

SUPER COOL Man that is one slick lookin truck! Congrats!
Post pics when you get her back from the shop on interior!

784X4GUY · 12-28-2004, 01:43 PM

Big block huh...gidde up lol...Later Mike

8t5Silverado · 12-28-2004, 01:52 PM

I like the hockey stripe, it's very similar to an idea I had. Very nice Blazer.

1974ChevyC10 · 12-28-2004, 03:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gregsmx

The A/C system installed is a 'Sure Fit' unit from Vintage Air.

do they make just a heater setup for non-ac chevy trucks.my truck doesnt have air and i dont want to convert it but my uncle when we replaced the heater core earlier this year fubared my inner heater core box and would like to get something a little more like that-compact and stealth looking is the best way i can think of to describe it.does vintage air have a catalog or number a person can call to find this out.thanks

oh by the way-nice blazer

modmach1 · 12-28-2004, 03:59 PM

Really nice !!

I love that firewall !!!

**Captkaos** · 12-28-2004, 04:18 PM

Greg, Truck looks Fantastic!

Gregsmx · 12-28-2004, 11:56 PM

Thanks again to everyone's fantastic response, and compliments, they are really appreciated.

1974ChevyC10, the Vintage Air front runner (Single Serpentine belt) can be set up for non A/C cars, but I don't think it would be economical to set up a Vintage Air heater only set up. They may have one, but I'm not sure.

Their website is www.Vintageair.com. Talk to Mark there. Also, be sure and tell them where you saw the set up. He has been considering using the truck in some advertising.

Modmach1, the clean firewall is part of the Vintage Air setup as well. When you rake out the GM evaporator, you replace the opening with a metal blank supplied by Vintage Air. Then a little welding, body filler, and whalla! Well, it wasn't quite that easy

Slonaker, the truck's going to be at Mark's Upholstery in Converse for the next few weeks. If you're ever in the neighborhood there, stop by and take a look.
Greg.

gchemist · 12-29-2004, 02:05 AM

I'll be heading to the San Antonio Autorama to see it!! Nice work.

80BIG10 · 12-29-2004, 01:26 PM

Nice work...cant wait to see it at the shows.

loblazer · 12-29-2004, 05:30 PM

Hi Greg:

I am a 2wd guy but that truck is beeeeeeeeeeatifuuuuuuul!

Doug

Slonaker · 12-29-2004, 06:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gregsmx

Slonaker, the truck's going to be at Mark's Upholstery in Converse for the next few weeks. If you're ever in the neighborhood there, stop by and take a look.
Greg.

I grew up in Converse, and my Mom still lives there. I was just there this morning. If I get out that way again this week while I am off from work, I'll have to stop by.

Slonaker

7T7 · 12-29-2004, 09:14 PM

Wow! That's one nice looking ride.
I love the way you molded the Sure-fit panel to the firewall.
Very slick!

spencra · 01-04-2005, 12:01 PM

That is a really sweet looking Blazer.

I'm just curious Greg, I'm not too familiar with the Blazer's but is that roll bar standard equipment or aftermarket? If it is aftermarket where did you get it?

Thanks,
Larry

12-28-2004, 01:01 AM	#1
Gregsmx Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: San Antonio Tx Posts: 338	Pics of the '75 Blazer... aaaalmost finished! Well, the Blazer is heading to the Upholstery shop tomorrow, and I've been wanting to post some pics for a while, but wanted to get as close to 'finished' as possible. Anyway, here's a few pics of what she looks like so far. I wanted to thank everyone who has had input and helped out on the project from these boards. The boards and experience of the members was invaluable for a first time frame off restoration. The friends I have turned on to the boards have thanked me many times as well! N2TRUX, thanks for the tips, Bigblock73, thanks for posting my chassis as a link to your 73-87.com Garage section, Bouncytruck, thanks for the Photoshop help, and theirs been many more. I'll post more after returning from the upholstery shop and getting the stereo system completed. Of course, my link has the entire restoration recorded. My plans for the truck are to be finished in time for Autorama here in San Antonio, at the Alamodome on February 25-27. From there on to Texas Heat Wave in Austin this summer. Thanks again, Greg. Attached Images __________________ '75 Blazer RAT 4X4 "BLAZIN" - Custom frame off Here's the website I'm uploading pics to: Greg's frame off project

12-28-2004, 01:08 AM	#2
TIMSPEED Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Modesto, CA Posts: 1,321	Freakin NICE man!! __________________ I have a few cars... See Them Here

12-28-2004, 01:19 AM	#3
cliffsta Stepsides RULE Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Pineville, LA Posts: 1,921	goddamn that is a hot truck. __________________ 1981 Chevy C10 Custom Deluxe Stepside 350 V8, headers, side exhausts, 3-speed auto SOLD 1980 Chevy C10 Custum Deluxe Stepside 305 V8, Edelbrock Performer Intake, Edelbrock 1406 600CFM 4-barrel, TH350C. Bent rod. SOLD 1984 GMC Sierra Classic Longbed 6.2L Diesel SOLD 2009 Kawasaki KLX-250S too many mods for this signature 1999 Honda Accord EX 4-cylinder, 17" Motegi Wheels 215/45/17 Sumitomo tires, Tein S-Tech lowering springs, KYB GR2 shocks, Acura TL 20mm rear swaybar, debadged, blackhoused headlights, Short-Ram Intake Cardomain of the Accord

12-28-2004, 01:22 AM	#4
bigblock73 yeller Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Twin Cities Posts: 13,824	Greg, I should be thanking you for letting me use your pic!! Great looking Blazer, and excellent job my friend! __________________ Jeff 73-87.com 73-87.com Facebook page 73-87 cab corner 6x9 speaker brackets for sale 67-72 cab corner speaker brackets for sale 47-54 cab corner speaker brackets for sale

12-28-2004, 04:50 AM	#7
MylilBowTie Right turn Clyde Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Cincinnati, Ohio Posts: 2,911	Can you tell a little more about the heater core hose setup? I guess they are heater core hoses, anyway I like the way its setup a lot. __________________ 1974 C25 LWB: 454 4bbl Carb / TH400 / 3.73 1992 Camaro RS 305 TBI

12-28-2004, 01:32 AM	#6
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	This is cool....

12-28-2004, 09:29 AM	#8
Jonboy Slots go on anything! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Richardson, TX Posts: 5,957	Good work, Greg. Your truck looks great! __________________ 1974 Jimmy- 5.3/4L80e/NP241

12-28-2004, 09:35 AM	#9
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 47,269	Sharp looking Blazer __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

12-28-2004, 10:24 AM	#10
Gregsmx Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: San Antonio Tx Posts: 338	WOW, thank you for all of your support and positive responses! It has been a lot of fun and work, and your comments mean a lot! N2TRUX, you were right, building a 4wd showtruck was tricky, and some of the decisions made along the way were not always popular ones, but as you said, it has come together nicely. The System Diagram shows the stereo system which will be powered by a dedicated Yellow Top battery. I'm installing a dual battery set up similar to the Blazer Chalet, so if parked, the battery can drain, and not affect the engine battery and starting capabilities. Of course, the alternator will charge both. Mylilbowtie, the A/C system installed is a 'Sure Fit' unit from Vintage Air. In Texas, you have to have your A/C, even when Topless! The evaoporator, heater core and blower installs under the dash. It uses the same control knobs and the glove box insert is replaced with one that is a little smaller. The compressor is part of a 'Front Runner' package that includes a single serpentine belt, and compact placement in front of the big block. The technology is driven from their hotrod line of A/C kits in which everything has to be compact in order to fit under the Model A and Model B hotrod hoods where there is very limited space. Fortunately space is not a problem under these hoods! Here's a pic of the Front Runner with single belt: Attached Images __________________ '75 Blazer RAT 4X4 "BLAZIN" - Custom frame off Here's the website I'm uploading pics to: Greg's frame off project Last edited by Gregsmx; 12-28-2004 at 10:28 AM. Reason: add photo

12-28-2004, 10:31 AM	#11
Slonaker Insert Witty Text Here Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 3,415	Nice. I'll keep an eye out for it here in SA. Slonaker __________________ '86 Chevy C10 (Sold 04/19/13 ) Stock '01 Silverado

12-28-2004, 11:00 AM	#12
Ric83 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 824	Wow! __________________ Ric '83 Silverado SWB Fleetside Here she is

12-28-2004, 12:08 PM	#13
LOHRTBT BeWarE tHe eViL CrAnkTOe! Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Yukon, OK Posts: 3,605	SUPER COOL Man that is one slick lookin truck! Congrats! Post pics when you get her back from the shop on interior! __________________ ~Dave~ You can call me Mike, Mike Oxlong - 1986 Chevy SWB - Stock for now - *1986 Chevy Custom SWB* *Stolen 6/26/05* - 1985 Chevy SWB SOLD - 1999 T/A Some mods www.cardomain.com/id/ramairdave AIM Screenname - Jester84

12-28-2004, 01:43 PM	#14
784X4GUY Did someone say MUD? Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Pullman,WA Posts: 1,089	Big block huh...gidde up lol...Later Mike __________________ Im in the market guys...so keep ya eyes peeled -------------------- Mini trucks are for guys who cant get it up!

12-28-2004, 01:52 PM	#15
8t5Silverado Mudslides 'r my specialty Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: STL Posts: 1,106	I like the hockey stripe, it's very similar to an idea I had. Very nice Blazer. __________________ Always on the lookout for old cars and parts...(20s, 30s, 40s, 50s, 60s, etc.) http://www.cardomain.com/memberpage/500339

12-28-2004, 03:59 PM	#17
modmach1 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Norway Posts: 152	Really nice !! I love that firewall !!! __________________ http://www.moldestuket.com 1971 Mustang Mach-1 429 CJ-R 1973 Mustang Mach-1 289 1975/71 Pontiac Firebird Formula 400 1978 Chevrolet C-10 Fleetside Longbed Scottsdale 1980 Pontiac Phoenix



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12-28-2004, 04:18 PM	#18
Captkaos www.73-87chevytrucks.com Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Birmingham, AL Posts: 6,935	Greg, Truck looks Fantastic! __________________ Chris Lucas 1973 Chevy C-10 1978 GMC Jimmy (2WD) - SOLD 1987 R10 twin turbo LS 1991 R3500 SRW CrewCab 1985 K5 diesel swapped project 1989 K5 2WD conversion w/ Vette susp Project Captkaos Customs 73-87chevytrucks.com

12-28-2004, 11:56 PM	#19
Gregsmx Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: San Antonio Tx Posts: 338	Thanks again to everyone's fantastic response, and compliments, they are really appreciated. 1974ChevyC10, the Vintage Air front runner (Single Serpentine belt) can be set up for non A/C cars, but I don't think it would be economical to set up a Vintage Air heater only set up. They may have one, but I'm not sure. Their website is www.Vintageair.com. Talk to Mark there. Also, be sure and tell them where you saw the set up. He has been considering using the truck in some advertising. Modmach1, the clean firewall is part of the Vintage Air setup as well. When you rake out the GM evaporator, you replace the opening with a metal blank supplied by Vintage Air. Then a little welding, body filler, and whalla! Well, it wasn't quite that easy Slonaker, the truck's going to be at Mark's Upholstery in Converse for the next few weeks. If you're ever in the neighborhood there, stop by and take a look. Greg. __________________ '75 Blazer RAT 4X4 "BLAZIN" - Custom frame off Here's the website I'm uploading pics to: Greg's frame off project

12-29-2004, 02:05 AM	#20
gchemist BAD BOW-Silverado XST Join Date: May 2000 Location: Senior Member from Austin, TX Posts: 6,431	I'll be heading to the San Antonio Autorama to see it!! Nice work.

12-29-2004, 01:26 PM	#21
80BIG10 3 lefts make a right Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Texas Hill Country Posts: 150	Nice work...cant wait to see it at the shows.

12-29-2004, 05:30 PM	#22
loblazer Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Fergus, Ontario Posts: 481	Hi Greg: I am a 2wd guy but that truck is beeeeeeeeeeatifuuuuuuul! Doug

12-29-2004, 09:14 PM	#24
7T7 Regular guy Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Round Rock TX Posts: 518	Wow! That's one nice looking ride. I love the way you molded the Sure-fit panel to the firewall. Very slick! __________________ 'Frank' 77 Silverado 18 & 20 American CL205s Edelbrock MPFI, 700r4, Baer Brakes 9" F@rd rear, Vintage air, Bags etc etc..

01-04-2005, 12:01 PM	#25
spencra This, is my BOOMSTICK! Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Berlin, CT Posts: 1,310	That is a really sweet looking Blazer. I'm just curious Greg, I'm not too familiar with the Blazer's but is that roll bar standard equipment or aftermarket? If it is aftermarket where did you get it? Thanks, Larry __________________ Larry Got rid of my projects for now. 1980 Jeep CJ7 1998 Nissan Sentra (my car) 2001 Toyota Sienna (wife's, of course) Last edited by spencra; 01-04-2005 at 02:31 PM.

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