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Old 10-29-2013, 09:02 PM   #26
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Small update started tearing down on the frame here are some pictures.















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Old 10-30-2013, 12:02 AM   #27
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Wow, your making a TON of progress, looking good!!
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Old 10-30-2013, 09:37 AM   #28
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Thanks I'm hoping to get the frame striped down tonight and then I can start working on getting it painted and on the re assemble with all new parts.

Still havnt decided fully on lift kit yet. 4 or 6 in and what brand. I'm thinking a 4in tuff country with 33s but the idea of 6in lift and 35s keeps calling my name. Any ideas?
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Old 10-30-2013, 05:49 PM   #29
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Old 10-30-2013, 05:51 PM   #30
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I was planning on Tearing the frame all the way down and replacing all rivets with bolts but now im not sure. All the rivets are still very tight nothing wiggles yet. What did you guys do tear it the whole way down and replace with bolts or leave it blast and coat it now.
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These Rivets are tough. Save the $40.00 in grade 8 bolts...GREAT PROGRESS
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Old 10-31-2013, 08:43 PM   #32
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Old 11-01-2013, 09:41 AM   #33
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Sounds good to be i have the frame loaded on the trailer and ready to be coated. Along with a pile of other parts.!! I have an update this weekend when i start rebuilding the axles.!
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Old 11-03-2013, 05:22 PM   #34
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Well why the frame is at the powder coaters i figure i should start getting these axles cleaned up and rebuilt. I ordered all new axle seals, bearings, brakes, hardware, and a diff cover with a drain plug in it. Here are some progress pics









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Old 11-04-2013, 12:59 AM   #35
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That old finned diff cover is a Hickey Enterprises unit. Someone here will probably want that. Nice looking build.
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Old 11-11-2013, 11:13 PM   #36
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Subscribed - looks great so far!

p.s. - I'll buy that rear diff cover
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Old 11-12-2013, 04:06 PM   #37
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I'm pretty sure the rear diff cover is already sold. If only it had a drain plug on it i would have still used it.
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Old 11-22-2013, 09:57 PM   #38
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I wondered how you were doing on the old girl. Great job so far!! But between me, you and a hole in the wall...... Keep the silicone away from the body!! You know what I am talking about too... Consider yourself scolded... WES
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Old 11-23-2013, 12:13 PM   #39
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ha i knew you were gonna be finding me sometime soon. Yeah never should have went or listened to that place. Re did the drip gutter with some good seam sealer and now she is water proof!
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Still havnt decided fully on lift kit yet. 4 or 6 in and what brand. I'm thinking a 4in tuff country with 33s but the idea of 6in lift and 35s keeps calling my name. Any ideas?
I am a big 6x35 fan. I love the look and stance but.... If I was starting over I'd probably go 4x33 only because getting in and out sucks. The top of my rocker measures 31" from the ground. That’s a pretty big step for and old fart like me and I'm 6-1 and most of my favorite passengers are shorter than that. Just something to consider.
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Just noticed your post about bolts. I recommend having the bolts, hood hinges, door strikers, and hood latches zinc phosphate coated (Parkerized). It's not pricey, so much better than painting, and is what GM did. I stumbled onto this when my K20 was about 2/3 rebuilt. Had I learned sooner I'd have done all the engine brackets also. Another suggestion, paint the metal dash where the defrost vents are in the correct flat finish. Some folks overlooks this and end up with quite a glare on the windshield.

Also, be careful of Wes - I ordered a pile of parts last week and they're still not here
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what are you using for paint / undercoat on your rear? looking good!
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Any updates??
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Old 01-21-2014, 12:14 PM   #45
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I am a big 6x35 fan. I love the look and stance but.... If I was starting over I'd probably go 4x33 only because getting in and out sucks. The top of my rocker measures 31" from the ground. That’s a pretty big step for and old fart like me and I'm 6-1 and most of my favorite passengers are shorter than that. Just something to consider.
Perfect that is the setup i have in my head as well. thinking that will be my choice!!
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Just noticed your post about bolts. I recommend having the bolts, hood hinges, door strikers, and hood latches zinc phosphate coated (Parkerized). It's not pricey, so much better than painting, and is what GM did. I stumbled onto this when my K20 was about 2/3 rebuilt. Had I learned sooner I'd have done all the engine brackets also. Another suggestion, paint the metal dash where the defrost vents are in the correct flat finish. Some folks overlooks this and end up with quite a glare on the windshield.

Also, be careful of Wes - I ordered a pile of parts last week and they're still not here
Thanks for the advice man!! Yeah i know he's tricky he's the one who suckered me into this blazer ha
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what are you using for paint / undercoat on your rear? looking good!
Its POR 15 stuff is awesome spreads on easy and is tuff as all hell. I really like it.
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Any updates??
I will now i have been working in Weyburn, Sask Canada since the beginning of December so i have not had the chance to do anything. But my Frame is done at the powder coaters and i think its a great day to go get it.

Update Tonight.
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Ok so i picked up the frame and the extra pile of parts here are some photos of what I've unloaded and wiped down (sat for a bit they collected some dust) Also some new shots of my rear diff cover.

















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