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*71 Blazer CST man* · 07-15-2004, 08:40 AM

What's the deal with these guys:
http://www.imatwww.com/blazer.html
I wish i had a half cab REAL real bad.
Who else has some nice pics, and what were the spicifics on these, dealer option, factory, aftermarket, durf durf?????

2wdBlazer · 07-15-2004, 09:51 AM

I want one too but they are not cheap when you can find one.

bouncytruck · 07-15-2004, 11:31 AM

I think they were aftermarket. There aren't many originals around anymore. They have a steel bulkhead that goes below the back of the top & behind the seats. I saw one once for $400 and I believe someone on the board picked it up. They are being made reproduction but I think they are around $1000. http://www.myrodshop.com/blazer.html

**raggedjim** · 07-15-2004, 12:29 PM

I bought that one (thanks to Bouncy!) and it had the bulkhead with it!

Someone on this board had one for $500 but I can't remember who... Might be able to search for it

Rg

*71 Blazer CST man* · 07-15-2004, 05:42 PM

I'll have to e-mail the guy, do you know if he still does them , bouncytruck?

I'm just worried about the top section, i know about the bulkheads too, and if i found one with a bulkhead, great, but i think that'd be to close to having my cake and eating it too....just dont see myself being that lucky....heh i'd prob end up oaky fabbing. some plywood instead! Anyword on any 4-sale would be sick. I'll keep on keepin and eye out.............

LUV2XCLR8 · 07-15-2004, 06:13 PM

I E-MAILED THEM ABOUT THOSE TOPS, WAITING ON A REPLY, ASKED ABOUT
COLORS, PRICE, BULKHEAD PEICE, AND MULTIPLE DISCOUNTS. U SERIOUSLY
DIDN'T THINK I WOULD FORGET ABOUT U GUYS DID YA, WE WILL C,

:p

*71 Blazer CST man* · 07-15-2004, 06:15 PM

Sounds good, let us know if they reply

bouncytruck · 07-15-2004, 06:54 PM

There were two different guys making the half tops. I don't think they got as much response as they thought so I don't know if they are still doing that. I can't remember the link to the other guy's web site, but they were both basically the same and about the same price. I never really inquired about it because I have a roll bar in my '69 and it will interfer with the half top. Soft tops are easier anyway...

**raggedjim** · 07-15-2004, 10:08 PM

One of those guys was listing on ebay back when I was looking for one. It's worth a try...

DMNCLNR · 07-16-2004, 12:35 AM

I have one, ill post pics if i can figure out how. i personally think the thing is ugly, and would never use it! $100 to the first person who wants it. If you want it contack me. one mans trash...bla bla bla.
DMNCLNR

redz 1970 K5 · 07-16-2004, 01:48 AM

SOLD!!!! I will buy your half cab AND pick it up this weekend!!! I am already going to Anaheim (right next to fullerton) with a trailer to get a shed... I live in San Diego.

Seriously!!!! Is the top in decent shape?

*71 Blazer CST man* · 07-16-2004, 04:17 AM

damn you redz!!!!!!! My post, i have 1st dibs

, if only that's the way it worked. If that dont end up happening for you however, dmnclnr, let me know....i'd take it.

orange72blazer · 07-16-2004, 09:45 AM

I just got this email back from the guy making the tops :

These tops are $850.00 Give me a buzz at 817-335-7467

Bruce

I haven't decided if I want to spend that much money for a top, so I didn't call him to find out any more info.

bouncytruck · 07-16-2004, 11:02 AM

Looks like he dropped his price. DMNCLNR, your crazy! That's an excellent deal.

smokekiki · 07-16-2004, 11:05 AM

To each his/her own,but I just don't get making my blazer look like a pick-up.I took my hard top off years ago and only run soft tops,plus I have a full cage.My dad has a 66 bronco that has a half cap.He almost never uses it because it limits the space in the truck.

**raggedjim** · 07-16-2004, 11:50 AM

I hardly ever use my half cab, but if I had to have a top I can put it on by myself. Try that with the full hard top.

I like the look with or without the half cab, either way my blazer confuses people, it's amazing how many people have never seen a 2wd blazer and think it's been modified from a regular truck...

DMNCLNR · 07-16-2004, 02:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by redz 1970 K5

SOLD!!!! I will buy your half cab AND pick it up this weekend!!! I am already going to Anaheim (right next to fullerton) with a trailer to get a shed... I live in San Diego.

Seriously!!!! Is the top in decent shape?

THe top is in good shape, i honestly dont know anything about them at all! i have pics, so if you would like email me @ knightclubSS@yahoo.com. i will send you a bunch of pics. One catch though, i am in oregon til next wensday! but i will be willing to take the top to you, shouldnt be a problem!
looking forward to your reply! also if you know how to post pics, i have some i would like to post of my Blazer! thanks
DMNCLNR

redz 1970 K5 · 07-16-2004, 02:43 PM

You have mail! Email me pics at the address I sent you, and I can host the pics for you.

*71 Blazer CST man* · 07-16-2004, 04:05 PM

I wonder if $850.00 buys ya a bulkhead too? then i guess ya have to paint it..... hmmm worth the call though i guess. And yea the attraction is ya can put on and take off a 1/2 cab a heck of a lot esier then a full hard top! plus i want a swb 4x4 pickup....with this i can kinda make my blazer one, and switch back and forth. I'd probably only have it on 3-4 months during winter anyways, and the back of my blazer is all lined anyways. At this point though the soft top looks like a better deal, damn, i really want one of these things[1/2 tops] though!

*71 Blazer CST man* · 07-21-2004, 06:16 AM

anyone have any new pics etc?

Here's a fire truck blazer

bouncytruck · 07-21-2004, 11:30 AM

I like the firetruck Blazer. Where did you get that picture? It looks like something Matchbox would build.

*71 Blazer CST man* · 07-21-2004, 06:58 PM

I'm not sure where i found it, that's where stayying up all night online gets ya, i rarely remember where i find my pics. However, if you search "half cab blazer" in Yahoo the link will should come up i believe, there should only be one.

Speaking of matchbox...i lost a auction on ebay that was for a blazer, by matchbox. It's a 69, blue on bottom, silver on top, and a little yellow out board boat on the hard top. There's also a RED one with WHITE top i'd settle for also, but i dont think the detailing is as nice (painted lights, rubber wheels, etc). Not sure, i think they went for around $10...then there's the bigger ertl model blazer, the sheriff one with removable top and light bars!

71swb4x4 · 07-21-2004, 08:20 PM

http://www.svfa.org/retired_apparatus.htm

Here's a link, I sure would like to find that one again. I would love to have that!!

bouncytruck · 07-22-2004, 12:18 AM

I bought one of the Matchbox Mallard Acers blazers off e-bay. Nobody else bid on it so I got it for $12.00. I did the same with the Ertl model, I was the only one to bid on it. I go that one for $9.00 and I painted it to match my '69. I need to get another one so I can paint it to match my '72.

*71 Blazer CST man* · 07-22-2004, 04:40 AM

Post pics bouncy!!! i want to see the ertls custom paint! And hey let me get a chance at getting a matchbox one before ya get another

! there were four on ebay the other day, so i said eh', i'll get around to bidding on one. Found out they all ended about the same time and i missed out eh

07-15-2004, 08:40 AM	#1
71 Blazer CST man Account Suspended Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Nor Cal, Sonoma Posts: 324	What's the deal?(half cab) What's the deal with these guys: http://www.imatwww.com/blazer.html I wish i had a half cab REAL real bad. Who else has some nice pics, and what were the spicifics on these, dealer option, factory, aftermarket, durf durf????? Attached Images Last edited by 71 Blazer CST man; 07-15-2004 at 08:43 AM.

07-15-2004, 09:51 AM	#2
2wdBlazer The Blazer King Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: Valrico, Fl (Tampa) Posts: 1,212	I want one too but they are not cheap when you can find one. __________________ 72 2wd Blazer. Its the superbichinest, megacoolinest, superflowinest.

07-15-2004, 11:31 AM	#3
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,038	I think they were aftermarket. There aren't many originals around anymore. They have a steel bulkhead that goes below the back of the top & behind the seats. I saw one once for $400 and I believe someone on the board picked it up. They are being made reproduction but I think they are around $1000. http://www.myrodshop.com/blazer.html __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

07-15-2004, 12:29 PM	#4
raggedjim Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Murray, Kentucky Posts: 3,484	I bought that one (thanks to Bouncy!) and it had the bulkhead with it! Someone on this board had one for $500 but I can't remember who... Might be able to search for it Rg __________________ Roger '68 Short step - https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=849675 '69 ('70?) 2wd Blazer '70 GMC Jimmy 2wd '73 Firebird - https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=853203 Ideas - https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=851743 Last edited by raggedjim; 09-07-2012 at 11:16 AM.

07-15-2004, 06:13 PM	#6
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,468	I E-MAILED THEM ABOUT THOSE TOPS, WAITING ON A REPLY, ASKED ABOUT COLORS, PRICE, BULKHEAD PEICE, AND MULTIPLE DISCOUNTS. U SERIOUSLY DIDN'T THINK I WOULD FORGET ABOUT U GUYS DID YA, WE WILL C, :p __________________ 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

07-15-2004, 05:42 PM	#5
71 Blazer CST man Account Suspended Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Nor Cal, Sonoma Posts: 324	I'll have to e-mail the guy, do you know if he still does them , bouncytruck? I'm just worried about the top section, i know about the bulkheads too, and if i found one with a bulkhead, great, but i think that'd be to close to having my cake and eating it too....just dont see myself being that lucky....heh i'd prob end up oaky fabbing. some plywood instead! Anyword on any 4-sale would be sick. I'll keep on keepin and eye out.............

07-15-2004, 06:15 PM	#7
71 Blazer CST man Account Suspended Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Nor Cal, Sonoma Posts: 324	Sounds good, let us know if they reply

07-15-2004, 06:54 PM	#8
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,038	There were two different guys making the half tops. I don't think they got as much response as they thought so I don't know if they are still doing that. I can't remember the link to the other guy's web site, but they were both basically the same and about the same price. I never really inquired about it because I have a roll bar in my '69 and it will interfer with the half top. Soft tops are easier anyway... __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

07-15-2004, 10:08 PM	#9
raggedjim Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Murray, Kentucky Posts: 3,484	One of those guys was listing on ebay back when I was looking for one. It's worth a try... __________________ Roger '68 Short step - https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=849675 '69 ('70?) 2wd Blazer '70 GMC Jimmy 2wd '73 Firebird - https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=853203 Ideas - https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=851743

07-16-2004, 12:35 AM	#10
DMNCLNR Registered User Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Orange County Cali Posts: 258	I have one, ill post pics if i can figure out how. i personally think the thing is ugly, and would never use it! $100 to the first person who wants it. If you want it contack me. one mans trash...bla bla bla. DMNCLNR

07-16-2004, 01:48 AM	#11
redz 1970 K5 OBS guy Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: SoCal Posts: 1,060	SOLD!!!! I will buy your half cab AND pick it up this weekend!!! I am already going to Anaheim (right next to fullerton) with a trailer to get a shed... I live in San Diego. Seriously!!!! Is the top in decent shape?

07-16-2004, 04:17 AM	#12
71 Blazer CST man Account Suspended Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Nor Cal, Sonoma Posts: 324	damn you redz!!!!!!! My post, i have 1st dibs , if only that's the way it worked. If that dont end up happening for you however, dmnclnr, let me know....i'd take it.

07-16-2004, 09:45 AM	#13
orange72blazer Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: West Michigan Posts: 447	I just got this email back from the guy making the tops : These tops are $850.00 Give me a buzz at 817-335-7467 Bruce I haven't decided if I want to spend that much money for a top, so I didn't call him to find out any more info.

07-16-2004, 11:02 AM	#14
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,038	Looks like he dropped his price. DMNCLNR, your crazy! That's an excellent deal. __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

07-16-2004, 11:05 AM	#15
smokekiki Mike Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: west chester pa Posts: 2,473	To each his/her own,but I just don't get making my blazer look like a pick-up.I took my hard top off years ago and only run soft tops,plus I have a full cage.My dad has a 66 bronco that has a half cap.He almost never uses it because it limits the space in the truck. __________________ 70'c/10, 71 suburban4x4 402bb, 72suburban 4/6 drop, 72k/5 4x4 blazer 4" lift 35 tires



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07-16-2004, 11:50 AM	#16
raggedjim Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Murray, Kentucky Posts: 3,484	I hardly ever use my half cab, but if I had to have a top I can put it on by myself. Try that with the full hard top. I like the look with or without the half cab, either way my blazer confuses people, it's amazing how many people have never seen a 2wd blazer and think it's been modified from a regular truck... __________________ Roger '68 Short step - https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=849675 '69 ('70?) 2wd Blazer '70 GMC Jimmy 2wd '73 Firebird - https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=853203 Ideas - https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=851743

07-16-2004, 02:43 PM	#18
redz 1970 K5 OBS guy Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: SoCal Posts: 1,060	You have mail! Email me pics at the address I sent you, and I can host the pics for you.

07-16-2004, 04:05 PM	#19
71 Blazer CST man Account Suspended Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Nor Cal, Sonoma Posts: 324	I wonder if $850.00 buys ya a bulkhead too? then i guess ya have to paint it..... hmmm worth the call though i guess. And yea the attraction is ya can put on and take off a 1/2 cab a heck of a lot esier then a full hard top! plus i want a swb 4x4 pickup....with this i can kinda make my blazer one, and switch back and forth. I'd probably only have it on 3-4 months during winter anyways, and the back of my blazer is all lined anyways. At this point though the soft top looks like a better deal, damn, i really want one of these things[1/2 tops] though!

07-21-2004, 06:16 AM	#20
71 Blazer CST man Account Suspended Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Nor Cal, Sonoma Posts: 324	anyone have any new pics etc? Here's a fire truck blazer Attached Images

07-21-2004, 11:30 AM	#21
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,038	I like the firetruck Blazer. Where did you get that picture? It looks like something Matchbox would build. __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

07-21-2004, 06:58 PM	#22
71 Blazer CST man Account Suspended Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Nor Cal, Sonoma Posts: 324	I'm not sure where i found it, that's where stayying up all night online gets ya, i rarely remember where i find my pics. However, if you search "half cab blazer" in Yahoo the link will should come up i believe, there should only be one. Speaking of matchbox...i lost a auction on ebay that was for a blazer, by matchbox. It's a 69, blue on bottom, silver on top, and a little yellow out board boat on the hard top. There's also a RED one with WHITE top i'd settle for also, but i dont think the detailing is as nice (painted lights, rubber wheels, etc). Not sure, i think they went for around $10...then there's the bigger ertl model blazer, the sheriff one with removable top and light bars!

07-21-2004, 08:20 PM	#23
71swb4x4 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Brookings, SD Posts: 10,497	http://www.svfa.org/retired_apparatus.htm Here's a link, I sure would like to find that one again. I would love to have that!! __________________ Some people are like slinkies, they aren't good for anything, but you can't help but smile when you see one tumble down the stairs.

07-22-2004, 12:18 AM	#24
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,038	I bought one of the Matchbox Mallard Acers blazers off e-bay. Nobody else bid on it so I got it for $12.00. I did the same with the Ertl model, I was the only one to bid on it. I go that one for $9.00 and I painted it to match my '69. I need to get another one so I can paint it to match my '72. __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

07-22-2004, 04:40 AM	#25
71 Blazer CST man Account Suspended Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Nor Cal, Sonoma Posts: 324	Post pics bouncy!!! i want to see the ertls custom paint! And hey let me get a chance at getting a matchbox one before ya get another ! there were four on ebay the other day, so i said eh', i'll get around to bidding on one. Found out they all ended about the same time and i missed out eh

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