1978 2wd Blazer

[MTCK]

I would think you could get $3300 all day long, but markets are specific to locations. Just gotta find that person lusting after a 2wd blazer. Test drives help.

[DrppdBlazr]

Nice looking blazer man, love what you did with that gas tank..Should hold up good for you.

[mcmlxix]

some pics

[mcmlxix]

Can someone post wiring diagram pictures (or a link to large ones)
Looking at the bulkhead connector and under dash.

I replaced the battery and wired in the relay for the fuel pump today. I ran the switched wire into the cabin under the fuse panel... Haven't decided where to pull key on voltage from. I may also add a hidden switch for some additional security.

[mcmlxix]

I ended up running the wire into the cab and tapped into the fuse block for the fuel pump relay. The trans doesn't want to work.... I'm thinking I may just keep building it.... rebuild the TH350.

[whitels1]

Bummer about the trans, I know that can be a big set back. I hope you get it rolling soon!

[mcmlxix]

Originally Posted by whitels1

Bummer about the trans, I know that can be a big set back. I hope you get it rolling soon!

Do you have any recommendations for someone in town to rebuild the th350?

[whitels1]

I did some pricing a while back, and it almost seemed cheaper to get one from summit from a reputable builder than get it rebuilt locally.

[mcmlxix]

I'm going to hand it off to my friend and have his shop check it out. Maybe I'll get lucky and it won't need a full rebuild.

I'm back to seeing if I can swap the headers for some Speedway Motors ram horn cast iron manifolds. The headers are kinda beat up anyway...

I want some 18" steel wheels too so if anyone can recommend wide and backspace I'm open to hear what your setup is....

[mcmlxix]

I Just placed an order for the Speedway Motors Ram Horn manifolds and mandrel bent "Tight-Tubes" block hugger header extensions.... 2.5" diameter.... hope I can make them fit...

[mcmlxix]

Has anyone swapped over to a simple truck tailgate? My tailgate has the tears in the corners by the glass. I really want a soft top too. We'll see...

Also, my friend swapped out the modulator and added more fluid to the trans and it should be ok. It was low on fluid because I was checking it on a sloped driveway, replaced the radiator and cooler lines, couldn't let it warm up to get an accurate level and just didn't want to overfill it....

[Throckmorton Whump]

Yes, I have a truck tailgate on my '82 right now. Threaded holes are already in the inside corners of the bed for the truck hardware. Need bottom hinge brackets and upper latch brackets.
I also did so because a soft top is in the plans.

[mcmlxix]

So I'm still sitting on the truck.
I'm thinking I need to get it further along... Find some bumpers. Finish the exhaust.
Would a MACO paint job be worth it? The flat black looks like crap.
I don't really have space to work on it. I don't have a truck to grab parts either.... makes it difficult.

[kipps]

Originally Posted by mcmlxix

So I'm still sitting on the truck.
I'm thinking I need to get it further along... Find some bumpers. Finish the exhaust.
Would a MACO paint job be worth it? The flat black looks like crap.
I don't really have space to work on it. I don't have a truck to grab parts either.... makes it difficult.

What's the goal? If you're just trying to push it on Craigslist, the only selling points will be how ready it is for daily driving. For example, reasonably rust-free, complete, dependable, and able to pass safety/emissions inspections. Any fancy bits such as aftermarket wheels, high-priced exhaust, sound systems, etc. will not help it move. Even if someone was buying it to slam it, they won't really care what fancy bits you have on it, because they have their own ideas of what they want.

A paint job won't pay. Junkyard bumpers(even if rusty) probably will. No one will pay extra for ram-horn manifolds. Find a set of junkyard stock manifolds and build a cheap exhaust system off of them. Keep your ram-horns for a future project of your own.

[68Timber]

Are you selling? I've thought about a Maaco paint job for my 79 several times, still haven't ruled it out. Another option might be satin clear coat. Much cheaper than a full paint job and would give the flat black paint some character.

EDIT to add, if you're selling I wouldn't do anything, or maybe bumpers like kipps suggested. Hope you keep it though.

[mcmlxix]

I have my 72 that still needs custom bumpers fabbed, a front drive shaft, finish the stereo and probably more I cant think of right now.

I do want to sell the Blazer and I don't want to lose money. I need to get the most return on the investment.

[mcmlxix]

OK... Still have the truck. I think I may move forward. Clean it up. Got a line on a front bumper and an AC box.
Looking at some 20" wheel options.
Thinking about paint.. TCP Global makes a Hot Rod Flatz in Azure Blue Metallic 2505 that I like... One gallon KIT is $220.00

[phillipm]

My opinion if you're going to paint it. Put a factory color on it. They sell easier and are usually "fit" the vehicle more.

[68Timber]

Originally Posted by phillipm

My opinion if you're going to paint it. Put a factory color on it. They sell easier and are usually "fit" the vehicle more.

Ditto.

I understand the appeal of the Hot Rod Flatz paints, but if you're going to go that route, I'd pick one of the colors that at least mimics one of the factory colors of the 70's. One of the pale yellows or light greens maybe?




I'd do the yellow and go with a saddle interior. That would be a keeper.

[mcmlxix]

The truck was originally Hawaiian? Blue from the factory. It's a Cheyenne and has holes for the side molding. My plan was to paint it the Azure metallic flatz and then wrap the sides in pearl white vinyl. removable if I get bored or don't like it...

[68Timber]

10-4. The Azure Blue Metallic looks better on my PC than it did on my phone. It looks similar to GM Bahama Blue Metallic, another good color. Go for it!

[mcmlxix]

Pulled the carpets out, front and back. The rear is perfect. The front is not as nice with a few small holes and surface rust.

[mcmlxix]

the front...

[mcmlxix]

This edge of the bed where the tailgate closes is usually rusted out so I'm glad to see it's solid...

[mcmlxix]

I'm sad to see that the glove box sticker is missing.... It has the holes for the side molding and a Cheyenne emblem on the AC dash surround. If I decide to recover the seats.... It will get the PLAID treatment!!