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Rokcrln · 11-26-2007, 01:44 PM

Quick up date, I just got back from the blasters and it looks great. Now I can start putting it together for good and not be concerned about rust. Here are a few pics.

Kevin
LFD Inc.

Rokcrln · 11-26-2007, 01:44 PM

Last one for now!

hgs_notes · 11-27-2007, 09:51 PM

I was kinda surprised you left the rocker boxes in place, since they are not needed with the hard top. I'm not sure if it helps or hurts for future rust spots.

Rokcrln · 11-27-2007, 11:41 PM

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Originally Posted by hgs_notes

I was kinda surprised you left the rocker boxes in place, since they are not needed with the hard top. I'm not sure if it helps or hurts for future rust spots.

I thought about pulling them but the more I looked at I saw they tie into the B post bottom and that ties into the bed sides. I would rather have it be more rigid then not plus with the inside now being cleaned coated I think the rust issue in a thing of the past.

Kevin
LFD Inc.

**Yukon Jack** · 11-28-2007, 10:16 AM

All that clean metal, makes me a little light headed just looking at the pics!

Rokcrln · 11-28-2007, 11:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Yukon Jack

All that clean metal, makes me a little light headed just looking at the pics!

It is so nice have it all clean! I had a chance to day to get a bit of work done. I started on the drivers side and now have the door hung and it is al buttoned up but I ran out of battery's before finishing so the end results will have to wait. Everything is cleaned and coated before the next layer went on. I worked from the front to the back so I could get it all sprayed from the inside the rocker boxes.

Kevin
LFD Inc.

Rokcrln · 02-25-2008, 01:22 AM

Were Back!

Lets jump right back in to this one. I finished up the pass floor and A post and I am starting to fit the door, rocker and bed side. Since this will be a uni body I figure it is worth a bit more time fitting every thing up. I am about to start trimming the bed sides to fit the cab/jamb once I am happy with door fitment. I might need to try another pass side rocker as this one is not fitting very well. If that doies not work I will just section this one to fit how I feel it should. Here are a few lunch time pics. Should have more tonight at some point.

Kevin
LFD Inc.

LUV2XCLR8 · 02-25-2008, 01:55 AM

Looking Good Kevin

Rokcrln · 02-25-2008, 05:40 AM

Well 9hrs in and my air compressor goes up in smoke

Now I get to run down to Lowe's and see what the warienty covers.

Here are a few more pics for now. Wish me luck!

Kevin
LFD Inc.

Big J · 02-25-2008, 06:00 AM

Nice progress!!! What was the plan for this one? Bagged? Big wheels? That sucks about your air compressor, hopefully your warranty will cover it. If they don't cover it and its the motor you might be able to have it rebuilt. I have a place local to me that rebuilds ac and dc treadmill motors that I've had real good luck with.

1LoC10 · 02-25-2008, 06:10 AM

have no idea how i ever missed this project......... looks awesome.. very good work

Rokcrln · 02-25-2008, 06:50 AM

Here is the build thread from the chassie. I think he plans on running 15" rims but that might have changed. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...project+trazer

Yes it is the comp. motor as that is were the flash of light came from. You can look into it and see a few of the winding leads shorted together for what ever reason. It spun free and so did the pump. I have to wait untill Monday to call.

Kevin
LFD Inc.

meathead95 · 02-25-2008, 07:53 AM

mine did the same thing it was a porter cable i believe the motor was $311 but the guy gave me a resellers discount to 265. and the only place to get the motor was from their authorized service center

Rokcrln · 02-25-2008, 08:12 AM

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Originally Posted by meathead95

mine did the same thing it was a porter cable i believe the motor was $311 but the guy gave me a resellers discount to 265. and the only place to get the motor was from their authorized service center

Mine has a 3yr warienty and I have had it just over 2yrs now so I hope it all gets worked out quick as I am just about dead in my shop with out it. If it takes to long I may have to kick down for another one to keep going on customer projects.

Kevin
LFD Inc.

sierragrande71 · 02-25-2008, 08:36 AM

Goodluck with the compressor and Traizer is looking awesome!

vtblazer · 02-25-2008, 06:08 PM

Definitely a 'no short cuts' build.

The windshield pillar blend is A+.

Rokcrln · 03-03-2008, 08:21 PM

Here are a few of the pics from yesterday. I got my compressor fixed about noon so I started just after that. Headin back out after I eat a bit for more fun.

Kevin
LFD Inc.

Big J · 03-03-2008, 08:28 PM

Its lookin' great!!! Are you taking this one to paint and final assembly? I can't wait to see it done.

Rokcrln · 03-03-2008, 10:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Big J

Its lookin' great!!! Are you taking this one to paint and final assembly? I can't wait to see it done.

For now it is just getting to a rust free state with the full body bolted together and back on the rolling chassie that I built for it last year.

Kevin
LFD Inc.

Husker · 03-04-2008, 12:19 AM

Your Good. Looks great.
Ron

Rokcrln · 03-04-2008, 05:12 AM

Well the quarters are finished except for the welds around the tailgate, once it is mounted and checked then I will weld that section. I also made up small pieces to conect the newe cab to the blazer B posts in side. This section was cut large so the quarters could slide in to place and the roof section could drop down. So now that all that is done it was time to close up the void. I also finished the inner bed wall to cab conection and it is ready for a quick pass of seam sealer then bed linner will give it all a real clean look. Heading back out to start to finish up the rockers and a few misc welds on the cab. Then later this week I will work on the door bottom patches, seat mounts and it should be ready to set her back on the frame

Kevin
LFD Inc.

**Nobby** · 03-04-2008, 05:26 AM

Hey Kevin,Did you cut the old blazer 1/4s off rite on the edge of the b pillar are cut it back a little bit? I'm to this point and don't know what's the best way.I cut mine 1/2 inch back and was gonna butt weld my new 1/4 but I want to do whatever you would do.Thanks

JayDubBlazer · 03-04-2008, 06:15 AM

Looking good, when do you expect to finish?

Rokcrln · 03-04-2008, 07:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Nobby

Hey Kevin,Did you cut the old blazer 1/4s off rite on the edge of the b pillar are cut it back a little bit? I'm to this point and don't know what's the best way.I cut mine 1/2 inch back and was gonna butt weld my new 1/4 but I want to do whatever you would do.Thanks

Yes that is what I did but I left about 4" of the inner bed wall on the post so it stuck out behind the cab. Then I welded the new inner side to this with a simple step lap. The out side I left about a 1/2" as well and cut the new 1/4's right to the door jamb. Then with my trusty little cut off wheel I just cut them both at the same time about 3/16" back from the jamb. This gives a nice but joint with about a .030 gap for welding since my cut off wheels are .030 and my wire is .023 it is almost perfect with out trying. Just remember to tack a few small spots then cool it with air and keep repeating this untill you are done. You never want to make a single weld over 1/4", this will help to not warp the panel from heat.

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Originally Posted by JayDubBlazer

Looking good, when do you expect to finish?

I should have my part done in a few weeks then it is up to the owner to take it from their.

Kevin
LFD Inc.

kyle4381 · 03-06-2008, 04:40 AM

Looks sweet Kevin.... Keep up the good work..

11-26-2007, 01:44 PM	#126
Rokcrln Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Winters Ca. 95694 Posts: 4,843	Re: LFD's Project Traizer 2WD closed cab. Quick up date, I just got back from the blasters and it looks great. Now I can start putting it together for good and not be concerned about rust. Here are a few pics. Kevin LFD Inc. Attached Images

11-26-2007, 01:44 PM	#127
Rokcrln Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Winters Ca. 95694 Posts: 4,843	Re: LFD's Project Traizer 2WD closed cab. Last one for now! Attached Images

11-27-2007, 09:51 PM	#128
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11-28-2007, 10:16 AM	#130
Yukon Jack Post Whore Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Rose Hill, KS, USA Posts: 12,686	Re: LFD's Project Traizer 2WD closed cab. All that clean metal, makes me a little light headed just looking at the pics! __________________ 1970 Blazer with a 400 sbc and 4" lift 1980 Pontiac Trans Am, 455 Oldsmobile 2012 Kawasaki Concours 14

02-25-2008, 01:22 AM	#132
Rokcrln Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Winters Ca. 95694 Posts: 4,843	Re: LFD's Project Traizer 2WD closed cab. Were Back! Lets jump right back in to this one. I finished up the pass floor and A post and I am starting to fit the door, rocker and bed side. Since this will be a uni body I figure it is worth a bit more time fitting every thing up. I am about to start trimming the bed sides to fit the cab/jamb once I am happy with door fitment. I might need to try another pass side rocker as this one is not fitting very well. If that doies not work I will just section this one to fit how I feel it should. Here are a few lunch time pics. Should have more tonight at some point. Kevin LFD Inc. Last edited by Rokcrln; 02-25-2008 at 01:37 AM.

02-25-2008, 01:55 AM	#133
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,468	Re: LFD's Project Traizer 2WD closed cab. Looking Good Kevin __________________ 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

02-25-2008, 05:40 AM	#134
Rokcrln Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Winters Ca. 95694 Posts: 4,843	Re: LFD's Project Traizer 2WD closed cab. Well 9hrs in and my air compressor goes up in smoke Now I get to run down to Lowe's and see what the warienty covers. Here are a few more pics for now. Wish me luck! Kevin LFD Inc.

02-25-2008, 06:00 AM	#135
Big J Its lookin' like a Blazer! Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Gods Country, KY Posts: 1,772	Re: LFD's Project Traizer 2WD closed cab. Nice progress!!! What was the plan for this one? Bagged? Big wheels? That sucks about your air compressor, hopefully your warranty will cover it. If they don't cover it and its the motor you might be able to have it rebuilt. I have a place local to me that rebuilds ac and dc treadmill motors that I've had real good luck with. __________________ BAZINGA! My Build

02-25-2008, 06:10 AM	#136
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02-25-2008, 06:50 AM	#137
Rokcrln Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Winters Ca. 95694 Posts: 4,843	Re: LFD's Project Traizer 2WD closed cab. Here is the build thread from the chassie. I think he plans on running 15" rims but that might have changed. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...project+trazer Yes it is the comp. motor as that is were the flash of light came from. You can look into it and see a few of the winding leads shorted together for what ever reason. It spun free and so did the pump. I have to wait untill Monday to call. Kevin LFD Inc. Last edited by Rokcrln; 02-25-2008 at 06:51 AM.

02-25-2008, 07:53 AM	#138
meathead95 computer illiterate Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Des Moines, IA Posts: 6,440	Re: LFD's Project Traizer 2WD closed cab. mine did the same thing it was a porter cable i believe the motor was $311 but the guy gave me a resellers discount to 265. and the only place to get the motor was from their authorized service center __________________ 72 2wd blazer 72 swb 4x4

02-25-2008, 08:36 AM	#140
sierragrande71 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Orland, CA Posts: 721	Re: LFD's Project Traizer 2WD closed cab. Goodluck with the compressor and Traizer is looking awesome!

02-25-2008, 06:08 PM	#141
vtblazer Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Central Vermont Posts: 8,537	Re: LFD's Project Traizer 2WD closed cab. Definitely a 'no short cuts' build. The windshield pillar blend is A+.

03-03-2008, 08:21 PM	#142
Rokcrln Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Winters Ca. 95694 Posts: 4,843	Re: LFD's Project Traizer 2WD closed cab. Here are a few of the pics from yesterday. I got my compressor fixed about noon so I started just after that. Headin back out after I eat a bit for more fun. Kevin LFD Inc.

03-03-2008, 08:28 PM	#143
Big J Its lookin' like a Blazer! Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Gods Country, KY Posts: 1,772	Re: LFD's Project Traizer 2WD closed cab. Its lookin' great!!! Are you taking this one to paint and final assembly? I can't wait to see it done. __________________ BAZINGA! My Build



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03-04-2008, 12:19 AM	#145
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03-04-2008, 05:12 AM	#146
Rokcrln Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Winters Ca. 95694 Posts: 4,843	Re: LFD's Project Traizer 2WD closed cab. Well the quarters are finished except for the welds around the tailgate, once it is mounted and checked then I will weld that section. I also made up small pieces to conect the newe cab to the blazer B posts in side. This section was cut large so the quarters could slide in to place and the roof section could drop down. So now that all that is done it was time to close up the void. I also finished the inner bed wall to cab conection and it is ready for a quick pass of seam sealer then bed linner will give it all a real clean look. Heading back out to start to finish up the rockers and a few misc welds on the cab. Then later this week I will work on the door bottom patches, seat mounts and it should be ready to set her back on the frame Kevin LFD Inc.

03-04-2008, 05:26 AM	#147
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