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snowbuzzard · 04-10-2008, 12:51 AM

I've wanted one of these for ages. saw this one and couldn't hold back. More pics to come.

Has a 406 in it now with a 350thm. Runs and drives. Everything is pretty solid, the rear quarters need help, the top is busted up pretty good in places. It is 37 years old so meh.

LUV2XCLR8 · 04-10-2008, 12:53 AM

bouncytruck · 04-10-2008, 01:41 AM

Oooo, I like it! Where did you get it from?

1956cameo · 04-10-2008, 02:17 AM

Nice! Looks like a good foundation for a project.

Jtrux · 04-10-2008, 06:05 AM

Awesome, plans?

JayDubBlazer · 04-10-2008, 06:10 AM

Looks like you got a project on your hands, love that orange

Kager67 · 04-10-2008, 06:32 AM

Looks like it has North Dakota plates. Blazers are for import only, not export.

Kage

swyfor5 · 04-10-2008, 08:01 AM

Awesome find. Glad to have ya aboard and keep us posted!

Bishops Trucks · 04-10-2008, 08:07 AM

Nice snag. Keep us posted on updates.

Long Roof · 04-11-2008, 12:24 AM

Sweet ! You know we need more pictures, right?

Mint68 · 04-11-2008, 09:12 AM

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Originally Posted by Long Roof

Sweet ! You know we need more pictures, right?

That is what I was thinking. Any of the interior or glove box spid?

FRENCHBLUE72 · 04-15-2008, 01:59 AM

Nice score..

snowbuzzard · 04-15-2008, 05:18 PM

I found this truck sitting in Underwood ND, after about a year I was able to track down the owner, and fully expected to get the old "I'm not selling it, I plan on fixing it up some day, everyone stops and asks, etc etc etc", you know, the carsinbarns.com thing.

Obviously, not so, really great guy, and it turns out our paths have probably crossed at one time or another drag racing.

I will get more pics up soon, it's just at the shop getting a pre-safety inspection so I can get the parts together and get it safetied.

It needs hood, front fenders and a passenger door for sure, I'll replace rear quarters. Floors, body mounts etc are in nice shape, as well as the rockers surprisingly. It'll need seat skins and interior stuff, and lots of work on the top, it's cracked up pretty bad.

My plan is to make it drivable, probably a small lift and bigger rubber, certainly will not be a show vehicle, this one is for fun.

More pics to come.

**lks dcvn** · 04-15-2008, 10:11 PM

congrats - nice to see another one being saved from rusting out in a field somewhere...

BLUE THUNDER · 04-16-2008, 05:54 AM

Great find. hope to see some pics of the interior. Have fun working on it. I know i love working on mine. Mario

72BlckButy · 04-16-2008, 03:16 PM

Looks like a great project!

**Yukon Jack** · 04-16-2008, 11:12 PM

Sounds like you have a good plan for the Blazer. Keep us posted.

snowbuzzard · 05-13-2008, 10:29 PM

Quick update, put a new windshield and seal in, as by the photos you can see the original is out.

Took it in to see what I need for a safety, all it need is rear drums and shoes, rear wheel cylinder, windshield and wipers (done) and the body mounts are fubar. Since none of the rust goes through into the cab that's not a problem.

I ordered a reman front driveshaft from RockAuto and a 2 inch body lift since I have to change the body mounts anyway, and it should be on the road. Still need to get those pics out. Soon, soon.

68,69 K20 · 05-14-2008, 12:19 AM

Nice find, good luck...

04-10-2008, 12:51 AM	#1
snowbuzzard Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: mb canada Posts: 16	New project 71 Blazer I've wanted one of these for ages. saw this one and couldn't hold back. More pics to come. Has a 406 in it now with a 350thm. Runs and drives. Everything is pretty solid, the rear quarters need help, the top is busted up pretty good in places. It is 37 years old so meh. Attached Images

04-10-2008, 12:53 AM	#2
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,468	Re: New project 71 Blazer __________________ Owner/Op: "TN Classic Transport Carriers" The Toy: "Square Vette" 72 Hybrid Blazer Toy Barn: "LuvShack" 40 x 60 x 20 Shop Tow Piggy:"Maddy" 88 Silverado 3500 Hauler: "Feathers" 14 Aluma 8218T

04-10-2008, 01:41 AM	#3
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,038	Re: New project 71 Blazer Oooo, I like it! Where did you get it from? __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

04-10-2008, 02:17 AM	#4
1956cameo Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Angleton, TX Posts: 2,219	Re: New project 71 Blazer Nice! Looks like a good foundation for a project.

04-10-2008, 06:05 AM	#5
Jtrux I'm a poor spectator Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: San Antonio, Tx Posts: 2,287	Re: New project 71 Blazer Awesome, plans? __________________ 2006 Jeep Unlimited IMPACT ORANGE 1993 Chevy 2500 4x4 ExCab LWB 454/NV4500 Tow rig 1977 Ford F100 2x4 LWB 1st truck I owned, still have it!!! 1979 Ford F150 4x4 SWB Built Ford Tough!!! 1971 Chevy Blazer 350 / SM465 / NP205 UNDER CONSTRUCTION Soon to have a LQ4 6.0!!!

04-10-2008, 06:10 AM	#6
JayDubBlazer go cyclones Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Ames, IA Posts: 1,883	Re: New project 71 Blazer Looks like you got a project on your hands, love that orange __________________ Wes PROJECT OLE GREEN 1972 Blazer 4X4 350/700R4 2017 Silverado LT

04-10-2008, 06:32 AM	#7
Kager67 what knocking sound? Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: good ol North Dakota Posts: 148	Re: New project 71 Blazer Looks like it has North Dakota plates. Blazers are for import only, not export. Kage __________________ 1968 C-10 1953 belair two-door post 1955 chevy 3600 big window 1950 studebaker starlite coupe 1968 Impala SS

04-10-2008, 08:01 AM	#8
swyfor5 Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: Marion, Mi. Posts: 2,429	Re: New project 71 Blazer Awesome find. Glad to have ya aboard and keep us posted!

04-10-2008, 08:07 AM	#9
Bishops Trucks KEEP ON TRUCKIN' Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Sterling, Va. Posts: 5,730	Re: New project 71 Blazer Nice snag. Keep us posted on updates. __________________ JIM '97 GMC Sierra K1500 '95 Chevy Silverado C1500 '71 Cheyenne Z71 / LT1 & 4-Speed SWB K/10 Father/Son Project http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4l689JKXPnA http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/payments.php "LIVIN' FREE FOREVER"

04-11-2008, 12:24 AM	#10
Long Roof Old School, New Style Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Monroeville, Ohio Posts: 790	Re: New project 71 Blazer Sweet ! You know we need more pictures, right? __________________ The Good: - 72 GMC Jimmy 4x4 - 307 cid / 350 th - 70 Chevy Suburban 1/2T 2wd - 454 cid /400 th - 96 Chevy Impala SS - mainly stock - 98 Chevy Tahoe LT 4x4 - all stock The Bad: - 86 Chevy Suburban 1/2T 4x4 - winter beater The Ugly: - 72 Chevy Suburban 1/2T 2wd - parts truck

04-15-2008, 01:59 AM	#12
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,606	Re: New project 71 Blazer Nice score.. __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

04-15-2008, 05:18 PM	#13
snowbuzzard Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: mb canada Posts: 16	Re: New project 71 Blazer I found this truck sitting in Underwood ND, after about a year I was able to track down the owner, and fully expected to get the old "I'm not selling it, I plan on fixing it up some day, everyone stops and asks, etc etc etc", you know, the carsinbarns.com thing. Obviously, not so, really great guy, and it turns out our paths have probably crossed at one time or another drag racing. I will get more pics up soon, it's just at the shop getting a pre-safety inspection so I can get the parts together and get it safetied. It needs hood, front fenders and a passenger door for sure, I'll replace rear quarters. Floors, body mounts etc are in nice shape, as well as the rockers surprisingly. It'll need seat skins and interior stuff, and lots of work on the top, it's cracked up pretty bad. My plan is to make it drivable, probably a small lift and bigger rubber, certainly will not be a show vehicle, this one is for fun. More pics to come.

04-15-2008, 10:11 PM	#14
lks dcvn Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Columbus, Ohio Posts: 4,349	Re: New project 71 Blazer congrats - nice to see another one being saved from rusting out in a field somewhere...

04-16-2008, 05:54 AM	#15
BLUE THUNDER Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: San Antonio Posts: 993	Re: New project 71 Blazer Great find. hope to see some pics of the interior. Have fun working on it. I know i love working on mine. Mario

04-16-2008, 03:16 PM	#16
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: New project 71 Blazer Looks like a great project! __________________ -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)



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04-16-2008, 11:12 PM	#17
Yukon Jack Post Whore Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Rose Hill, KS, USA Posts: 12,686	Re: New project 71 Blazer Sounds like you have a good plan for the Blazer. Keep us posted. __________________ 1970 Blazer with a 400 sbc and 4" lift 1980 Pontiac Trans Am, 455 Oldsmobile 2012 Kawasaki Concours 14

05-13-2008, 10:29 PM	#18
snowbuzzard Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: mb canada Posts: 16	Re: New project 71 Blazer Quick update, put a new windshield and seal in, as by the photos you can see the original is out. Took it in to see what I need for a safety, all it need is rear drums and shoes, rear wheel cylinder, windshield and wipers (done) and the body mounts are fubar. Since none of the rust goes through into the cab that's not a problem. I ordered a reman front driveshaft from RockAuto and a 2 inch body lift since I have to change the body mounts anyway, and it should be on the road. Still need to get those pics out. Soon, soon.

05-14-2008, 12:19 AM	#19
68,69 K20 They call me the Breeze... Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: New York Posts: 2,251	Re: New project 71 Blazer Nice find, good luck... __________________ Mike 69 K20 "Beer is proof God loves us and wants us to be happy"....Ben Franklin

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