70 Blazer Frame Off

[Senorx]

I have so many questions about the build now that I have had a chance to read through half of it. What's the story with the blue Monroes? Are they for the stock height? Any part numbers? I need new shocks. What radiator did you buy? Part numbers? I need a new one myself. I'll have more questions, but these will satisfy my thirst for information at the moment. LOL.

[IronCanine]

Originally Posted by Senorx

I have so many questions about the build now that I have had a chance to read through half of it. What's the story with the blue Monroes? Are they for the stock height? Any part numbers? I need new shocks. What radiator did you buy? Part numbers? I need a new one myself. I'll have more questions, but these will satisfy my thirst for information at the moment. LOL.

Nothing special about the Monroes. Stock ride height/travel. I just like the color..it's classic and it fits the build. It's a re-core/rebuild of the factory Harrison. We had a little trouble with it. It came back a touch wide from the radiator shop (for some inexplicable reason) and had to be sent back...then it had a leak just before we rolled it out for the first time...and again had to be sent back. Looks great, works great now.

[IronCanine]

OK...don't freak out...but I'm about to list her on eBay. Nothing bad has happened, and never did I look at this as a flip...(they cost too much to build)...but I've know for awhile that'd she'd become much more than I intended. I was building a daily driver. There were a couple of old timers that would come by the shop and check on progress...and they'd kid me about it being a daily driver, about how it was too nice, and I was crazy...Clearly, that conversation was even had on this thread. I just wanted to build it well, so it'd be dependable...but in the process it became something that I think needs to be kept in a temperature controlled environment and washed with a spray bottle. I began to become aware that those guys were going to be right about the time we got that beautiful roller done. I'm not a collector at this point in my life and things have to earn their keep so to speak....and while I love wiping down the frame rails with a diaper at night, my garage is not a museum. I also know it'll never be better than it is right now. I can't envision taking the top off for fear of a mark...and where's the fun in that. I had decided that I was going to take it to the Foose Select show at YearOne, take a picture with Foose and my Dad in front of the truck, then sell it in the spring...but Foose canceled a week ago, so I decided to go ahead and bite the bullet while it's still hot(the weather that is).

You guys have been so good to me...and this has been so much fun. My Dad and I have never had something we talked about so much as this build. And I've gotten such great feedback from TOTM to our local cruise in. I wouldn't trade the experience for anything and I'm super proud of her. So it's not even bitter sweet. The part that was fun...the hunt, the learning, the camaraderie, the building, the payoff...all a blast. It's this next part where my neuroses becomes less productive and more just plain clinical anxiety. The "don't touch it", "be careful", "I knew it"...Not fun for kids, wives or husbands.

So I wanted you all to know first, before the listing went live. I also wanted us to have one more thing to do together. Let's follow the auction together and cross our fingers that she rings the bell...this may be a bad time of year...I don't know. There are no good comps for her that I can find in the last 3-5 years. Honestly Tbruz's is the closest that sold a month or so ago. Not many factory style frame off's that I've seen...a lot of mild to crazy resto-mods and refreshes. I talked to Gary Terry about a red one he did some years ago but I've never seen it.

...so let's buckle up and see how she goes, shall we...

PS VOTE PETE TOTY

[Senorx]

Noooooo, but I totally get you. Believe it or not I read the build thread from beginning to end today. Enjoyed the journey and felt your frustrations at times. The first thing that popped into my head at the end was "its so beautiful, I'd be scared to drive it". This rig needs to be at a Mecum Auction, not EBay. Better set that reserve high. Would be nice if she stayed in the family.

[Advanced Design]

Good luck with the sale!

Your top notch restoration has inspired me to try to do better on my projects so thank you for that. Plus I've enjoyed your humor along the way too..."anything older and he will be working on horses" gave my wife and I a good giggle.

[DeadheadNM]

Brad it was one heck of a fun ride and I'm really proud to have been along. Your enthusiasm and curiosity are unmatched and we owe you a debt of gratitude for the knowledge you've imparted that will aid future builds. Thanks for your effort and thanks to your family as well. Kudos to Eric for his skills. I'll follow along with the sale and please keep in touch. When you are ready for another build I'll be here. Please set a huge reserve, you deserve it Thanks for the plug!

[Blown06]

I totally understand how you're feeling and why you've decided to put it up for sale. I hope you get a good price for it and find another project that you can share on here with the rest of us. Your attention to detail has been an inspiration and I thank you for that.

[tjsblazer]

I know where you're coming from. My first midyear restoration on a '68 bigblock Vette ended up going that way. One thing leads to another and then it ends up way nicer than the General ever shipped it from the factory. Then you end up driving it a fraction of what you initially intended. It's a slippery slope.
That's a great looking rig. A new owner is going to be very lucky. Thanks for all your help through questions and this build thread. I reference it often.
Cheers, Jeff.

[72K5CSTDarkOlive]

Brad, your build was impeccable to say the least and I'm a little sadden to see you let that beautiful restored K5 go, but I understand you have to do what you feel is best. Just make sure it goes to a worthy owner who will appreciate the hard work that went into this. As much money as I think you have wrapped up in this, I hope you make out on your end or at least break even.

Good luck! I'll be watching

[mtully79]

Saw the ad...shows well and is hands down the best one to come across Ebay in a very long time.

Good luck with the sale and future projects!

[tristan]

I will think of you and your beautiful Blazer every time I consult my jack instruction decal.

Seriously, I hope the auction is a bellweather for the 1969-72s. I don't think it is the majority opinion here but I believe they deserve to sell for much more $$$s than they have to date. Maybe you can push the market for those of us who feel that way.

Good luck and thanks for sharing your restoration journey with us.

[IronCanine]

Originally Posted by 72K5CSTDarkOlive

Brad, your build was impeccable to say the least and I'm a little sadden to see you let that beautiful restored K5 go, but I understand you have to do what you feel is best. Just make sure it goes to a worthy owner who will appreciate the hard work that went into this. As much money as I think you have wrapped up in this, I hope you make out on your end or at least break even.

Good luck! I'll be watching

Originally Posted by mtully79

Saw the ad...shows well and is hands down the best one to come across Ebay in a very long time.

Good luck with the sale and future projects!

Originally Posted by tristan

I will think of you and your beautiful Blazer every time I consult my jack instruction decal.

Seriously, I hope the auction is a bellweather for the 1969-72s. I don't think it is the majority opinion here but I believe they deserve to sell for much more $$$s than they have to date. Maybe you can push the market for those of us who feel that way.

Good luck and thanks for sharing your restoration journey with us.

Thanks Guys.

[chipflyer]

What an amazing build and great experience! You have done an absolutely great job and own probably the nicest blazer on the planet! I'm proud to have been able to play a small part in your build!

Jeff

[Senorx]

Looks like she sold on eBay. Hopefully the buyer comes through.

[Delmo]

Muuuuahahahaha

[Senorx]

Originally Posted by Delmo

Muuuuahahahaha

Are you the infamous Kat?

[IronCanine]

Yep...she's a Californian now...she's gonna take the 20 over to the 22 then across the 78 thru the 40 then the 15 over to the 5.

....best case scenario for me...no better home. Thanks D.

[Senorx]

Lets hope Del doesn't get any funny ideas. Would hate to see this one converted to 4x2 and bagged like K5Larry. LOL.

[IronCanine]

Originally Posted by Senorx

Lets hope Del doesn't get any funny ideas. Would hate to see this one converted to 4x2 and bagged like K5Larry. LOL.

Man, I don't know...Larry is awesome...I'm counting on him getting lots of funny ideas like that...bagged or not it's Delmo, the truck just got cooler by association. She's trading in anxiety for attitude. Her life expectancy also increased. Her long term prospects here in Georgia are mainly diabetes and rust.

[Senorx]

I love K5Larry too, but Larry didn't start out as a fully restored K5. Maybe he'll go the route of the recent Travis Barker build he did. I agree, it just got cooler now that Del owns it.

[bigdon-70blazer]

I am just now coming back but I am too late to see that awesome build and answer any questions. So sorry i was not there for you. I got busy with my wife's new business some 3-4 years ago and lost extra time. The 1970 Blazer was done and I enjoyed the heck out of it. Sold it in June and now have a 1965 Impala Convertible to love on. AWESOME 1970 BLAZER you did!!!!! I am so humbled that you referenced my project! Glad you got yours sold and moving on. I saw some of the work you did, It was amazing. I did not have to do that much. Good luck to you and God Bless you. If you ever come to southeast Missouri look me up in Poplar Bluff!

[IronCanine]

Originally Posted by bigdon-70blazer

I am just now coming back but I am too late to see that awesome build and answer any questions. So sorry i was not there for you. I got busy with my wife's new business some 3-4 years ago and lost extra time. The 1970 Blazer was done and I enjoyed the heck out of it. Sold it in June and now have a 1965 Impala Convertible to love on. AWESOME 1970 BLAZER you did!!!!! I am so humbled that you referenced my project! Glad you got yours sold and moving on. I saw some of the work you did, It was amazing. I did not have to do that much. Good luck to you and God Bless you. If you ever come to southeast Missouri look me up in Poplar Bluff!

Thanks Don...your build was very influential for me. I referenced it quite a lot. You always had great pics. You can't beat that. Best of luck with the Impala.

[IronCanine]

6:30 this morning....Burbank or Bust.

[DeadheadNM]

Looks pretty cool with the lights on. Keep in touch Brad. Pete

[IronCanine]

Originally Posted by DeadheadNM

Looks pretty cool with the lights on. Keep in touch Brad. Pete

Thanks Pete...I like this skinny tire shot too. It looks like an honest to goodness original there.

....I'm not going anywhere. I enjoyed this process and you all too much. My garage isn't any bigger, but we'll keep our eyes peeled for something worthwhile...if for no other reason than to have a project.