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BBrendal · 01-10-2011, 07:31 PM

Well Ive been in the garage taking apart the Blazer and am very happy thus far with the condition this truck is in. My goal is to have it ready for paint by march 1st. Well everyone likes pictures and this way Ill remember to take them so here are a few.

12/14/10 the day I got it.

Dash taken down

Cargo area with wells removed

bumpers, grill and trim removed.

CORSAIR · 01-10-2011, 11:35 PM

Nice blazer, How far are going with the build? It seem that there is no end sometimes. my 72 is medium blue & white, its torn into 1000 parts. it was on the back burner compared to other projects they are done and sold and blazer is number one and the build has started!!! I think I will start my own thread as soon as I get the pictures figured out. One more thing I didn't think they had
IN-OUT in Chicago???? (Attenna cup topper on the car).

CORSAIR

**70cst** · 01-11-2011, 01:56 AM

Your Blazer looks very solid!

chevyblazer · 01-11-2011, 01:59 AM

awesome blazer

BBrendal · 01-11-2011, 03:12 AM

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Originally Posted by CORSAIR

Nice blazer, How far are going with the build? It seem that there is no end sometimes. my 72 is medium blue & white, its torn into 1000 parts. it was on the back burner compared to other projects they are done and sold and blazer is number one and the build has started!!! I think I will start my own thread as soon as I get the pictures figured out. One more thing I didn't think they had
IN-OUT in Chicago???? (Attenna cup topper on the car).

CORSAIR

LOL! In and Out Burgers are awsome! The wife and I Make sure we go there when in Cali ! Im doing a frame on resto. If I go frame off it will take a long time and not get drivin like the camaro in the background that has 1300 miles on it in 6 years.

**Tom Vogel** · 01-11-2011, 10:09 AM

Man... that thing is straight. Where did it come from? Arizona?

CORSAIR · 01-11-2011, 11:37 AM

I'm doing a frame off on the blazer and I know what you mean it seams it gets a little out of hand on how far to take it!! I want a nice straight clean paint job but I know it will come back outstanding and I wont take it offraoad!! Good talking with you.
"I never meet a Double Double that I didn't like"

CORSAIR

Ridnhi · 01-11-2011, 04:54 PM

I love it, I hope you are going back with the original blue. I love that color! Good luck

BBrendal · 01-11-2011, 07:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Tom Vogel

Man... that thing is straight. Where did it come from? Arizona?

It came from New Mexico. It is nice and straight just very dusty. Im going to paint it the original blue with blue interior. I was toying with the idea of hugger orange but I think I should keep it the original color. No sure if Im going to keep the swing out exterior spare tire or not though.

BBrendal · 02-02-2011, 06:12 PM

I am thinking of possibly staying with the white interior intead of switching to blue. It is a highlader but Im thinking of going with the white seats with the black houdstooth. I know you have to be a little more careful with the white seats but is it a total pain in the a$$ to keep looking good? If I do a blue int its going to be the blue vinyl seats. So my questions are...

1 Does white demand alot of up keep?
2 Blue vinyl or white hounds tooth interior?
3 Keep the rear swing away tire carier or lose it?

Any help, thoughts, ideas or experiences are really appreaciated.

blazintowers · 02-02-2011, 06:37 PM

#3-keep the tire carrier! mine came with the original carrier, just need to reinstall it. Also in the first pic it looks like you have one of those sweet pop up camper vents installed in the top! Is It? Mine had two installed by the original owner, I was so mad I ended up selling the top...Still kicking myself for that but living in SoCal the top has always been off and never needed it anyway...Might go with the new style soft topper some day.P.S. white interior is a pita but looks great when new! Nice BLAZER!!!

DEISS · 02-02-2011, 07:22 PM

I`d guess that you aren`t going to be driving this in dirty, just got off work, nasty cloths, if it were me I`d keep the white highlander option in tack, might be a little too plaid for some, but it`s original and cool as all hell in my book, there`s my 2 cents.

VA72C10 · 02-02-2011, 07:38 PM

Awesome blazer! Looking forward to the build!!!

BBrendal · 02-02-2011, 09:00 PM

Are the Highlander seat covers reproduced?

DEISS · 02-02-2011, 09:34 PM

The highlander plaid material is available last I checked at SMS auto fabrics, 350 South Redwoood St., Canby, OR. 97013, I sent off for a free sample and was absolutely impressed with the sample they sent me, $89 a yard, by the way I dig your Blazer and look forward to the build, Jack.

elzombo · 02-03-2011, 10:59 AM

Nice looking Blazer. Looking forward to this build.

BBrendal · 03-17-2011, 07:19 PM

Well my truck made it to the body shop today. I should have it back in 4 to 6 weeks. Im still not sure on the color to do. I like the blue and I like to keep things original but that hugger orange sure looks good. Any opinions on changing color?

RED72blazer · 03-17-2011, 07:55 PM

I really like that stock blue color you got!

47thriftmaster · 03-17-2011, 07:59 PM

Keep it blue, will look great with fresh paint.

**Tom Vogel** · 03-18-2011, 08:54 AM

Blue...White.. Highlander... no tire carrier (not a factory option anyway, right?) its going to be sweet.

BIGBLU 72 · 03-18-2011, 11:18 AM

BLUE AND WHITE! its a real head turner! I was torn on what color to paint mine between Black, Sliver, Green and Blue! went with Blue and white top! looks amazing and always gets attention!

matthew79 · 03-18-2011, 02:12 PM

I'd love to see a blazer in this green

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mustardjimmy71 · 03-18-2011, 06:14 PM

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BLUE AND WHITE! its a real head turner! I was torn on what color to paint mine between Black, Sliver, Green and Blue! went with Blue and white top! looks amazing and always gets attention!

2 tone it!!!

Turkey nest · 03-18-2011, 10:28 PM

Looks good I have a 71 med blue. Goes to the body shop mid April. On frame resto.
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mcmlxix · 03-19-2011, 03:02 AM

X2 - Two Tone w/ Blue and White

01-10-2011, 07:31 PM	#1
BBrendal Recalculating..... Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: New Lenox Il Posts: 686	BBrendal's 1972 K5 build thread Well Ive been in the garage taking apart the Blazer and am very happy thus far with the condition this truck is in. My goal is to have it ready for paint by march 1st. Well everyone likes pictures and this way Ill remember to take them so here are a few. 12/14/10 the day I got it. Dash taken down Cargo area with wells removed bumpers, grill and trim removed. __________________ Brian - (BBrendal) 1969 Chevy Camaro Z28 1972 Chevy Blazer CST 2004 GMC Yukon (The truck that pulls the car trailer) 1972 Chevy Blazer CST #2 (Finished and sold!) Blazer build link... http://s1213.photobucket.com/albums/...rendal/Blazer/

01-10-2011, 11:35 PM	#2
CORSAIR Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Pahrump, Nevada Posts: 451	Re: BBrendal's 1972 K5 build thread Nice blazer, How far are going with the build? It seem that there is no end sometimes. my 72 is medium blue & white, its torn into 1000 parts. it was on the back burner compared to other projects they are done and sold and blazer is number one and the build has started!!! I think I will start my own thread as soon as I get the pictures figured out. One more thing I didn't think they had IN-OUT in Chicago???? (Attenna cup topper on the car). CORSAIR __________________ "The Can't Family Lives Across The Street"

01-11-2011, 01:59 AM	#4
chevyblazer Registered User Join Date: May 2010 Location: tijuana b.c. Posts: 221	Re: BBrendal's 1972 K5 build thread awesome blazer __________________ cucharitas customs

01-11-2011, 10:09 AM	#6
Tom Vogel 2WD Jimmy Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Davis County, Utah Posts: 2,565	Re: BBrendal's 1972 K5 build thread Man... that thing is straight. Where did it come from? Arizona?

01-11-2011, 11:37 AM	#7
CORSAIR Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Pahrump, Nevada Posts: 451	Re: BBrendal's 1972 K5 build thread I'm doing a frame off on the blazer and I know what you mean it seams it gets a little out of hand on how far to take it!! I want a nice straight clean paint job but I know it will come back outstanding and I wont take it offraoad!! Good talking with you. "I never meet a Double Double that I didn't like" CORSAIR __________________ "The Can't Family Lives Across The Street"

01-11-2011, 01:56 AM	#3
70cst Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Madison, Ohio Posts: 21,373	Re: BBrendal's 1972 K5 build thread Your Blazer looks very solid! __________________ A husband can be right...or...A husband can be happy. 67-72 Chevy and GMC Trucks...The Classic Truck for the Classic Folk. 1970 CST Two tone green, 402BB, 400 Automatic, Tach, Buckets, AC, AM-FM, Tilt, GM CB, GM 8 Tract, LWB, etc JOHN 17:3...The better side of "LIFE" Remember: Everyday is a good day...Some are just gooder!

01-11-2011, 04:54 PM	#8
Ridnhi Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Marion, IL Posts: 719	Re: BBrendal's 1972 K5 build thread I love it, I hope you are going back with the original blue. I love that color! Good luck __________________ 1972 K5 Auto 4x4 factory air 2007 Silverado extended cab Z71

02-02-2011, 06:12 PM	#10
BBrendal Recalculating..... Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: New Lenox Il Posts: 686	Re: BBrendal's 1972 K5 build thread I am thinking of possibly staying with the white interior intead of switching to blue. It is a highlader but Im thinking of going with the white seats with the black houdstooth. I know you have to be a little more careful with the white seats but is it a total pain in the a$$ to keep looking good? If I do a blue int its going to be the blue vinyl seats. So my questions are... 1 Does white demand alot of up keep? 2 Blue vinyl or white hounds tooth interior? 3 Keep the rear swing away tire carier or lose it? Any help, thoughts, ideas or experiences are really appreaciated. __________________ Brian - (BBrendal) 1969 Chevy Camaro Z28 1972 Chevy Blazer CST 2004 GMC Yukon (The truck that pulls the car trailer) 1972 Chevy Blazer CST #2 (Finished and sold!) Blazer build link... http://s1213.photobucket.com/albums/...rendal/Blazer/

02-02-2011, 06:37 PM	#11
blazintowers Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: saugus, ca Posts: 74	Re: BBrendal's 1972 K5 build thread #3-keep the tire carrier! mine came with the original carrier, just need to reinstall it. Also in the first pic it looks like you have one of those sweet pop up camper vents installed in the top! Is It? Mine had two installed by the original owner, I was so mad I ended up selling the top...Still kicking myself for that but living in SoCal the top has always been off and never needed it anyway...Might go with the new style soft topper some day.P.S. white interior is a pita but looks great when new! Nice BLAZER!!!

02-02-2011, 07:22 PM	#12
DEISS Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Big Bear Lake, CA. Posts: 291	Re: BBrendal's 1972 K5 build thread I`d guess that you aren`t going to be driving this in dirty, just got off work, nasty cloths, if it were me I`d keep the white highlander option in tack, might be a little too plaid for some, but it`s original and cool as all hell in my book, there`s my 2 cents.

02-02-2011, 07:38 PM	#13
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,267	Re: BBrendal's 1972 K5 build thread Awesome blazer! Looking forward to the build!!! __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

02-02-2011, 09:00 PM	#14
BBrendal Recalculating..... Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: New Lenox Il Posts: 686	Re: BBrendal's 1972 K5 build thread Are the Highlander seat covers reproduced? __________________ Brian - (BBrendal) 1969 Chevy Camaro Z28 1972 Chevy Blazer CST 2004 GMC Yukon (The truck that pulls the car trailer) 1972 Chevy Blazer CST #2 (Finished and sold!) Blazer build link... http://s1213.photobucket.com/albums/...rendal/Blazer/

02-02-2011, 09:34 PM	#15
DEISS Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Big Bear Lake, CA. Posts: 291	Re: BBrendal's 1972 K5 build thread The highlander plaid material is available last I checked at SMS auto fabrics, 350 South Redwoood St., Canby, OR. 97013, I sent off for a free sample and was absolutely impressed with the sample they sent me, $89 a yard, by the way I dig your Blazer and look forward to the build, Jack.

02-03-2011, 10:59 AM	#16
elzombo Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 64	Re: BBrendal's 1972 K5 build thread Nice looking Blazer. Looking forward to this build. __________________ My '72 Blazer Rebuild http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=427586

03-17-2011, 07:19 PM	#17
BBrendal Recalculating..... Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: New Lenox Il Posts: 686	Re: BBrendal's 1972 K5 build thread Well my truck made it to the body shop today. I should have it back in 4 to 6 weeks. Im still not sure on the color to do. I like the blue and I like to keep things original but that hugger orange sure looks good. Any opinions on changing color? __________________ Brian - (BBrendal) 1969 Chevy Camaro Z28 1972 Chevy Blazer CST 2004 GMC Yukon (The truck that pulls the car trailer) 1972 Chevy Blazer CST #2 (Finished and sold!) Blazer build link... http://s1213.photobucket.com/albums/...rendal/Blazer/ Last edited by BBrendal; 03-18-2011 at 12:55 AM.



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03-17-2011, 07:55 PM	#18
RED72blazer urban fourwheelin Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Seattle Posts: 1,007	Re: BBrendal's 1972 K5 build thread I really like that stock blue color you got! __________________ 1972 K5 Blazer with Cummins 4BT, NV4500 swap in the parts gathering stage. Last edited by RED72blazer; 03-17-2011 at 07:56 PM.

03-17-2011, 07:59 PM	#19
47thriftmaster Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: UP, Washington Posts: 978	Re: BBrendal's 1972 K5 build thread Keep it blue, will look great with fresh paint.

03-18-2011, 08:54 AM	#20
Tom Vogel 2WD Jimmy Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Davis County, Utah Posts: 2,565	Re: BBrendal's 1972 K5 build thread Blue...White.. Highlander... no tire carrier (not a factory option anyway, right?) its going to be sweet.

03-18-2011, 11:18 AM	#21
BIGBLU 72 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Ashland, KY Posts: 700	Re: BBrendal's 1972 K5 build thread BLUE AND WHITE! its a real head turner! I was torn on what color to paint mine between Black, Sliver, Green and Blue! went with Blue and white top! looks amazing and always gets attention! __________________ 68 C10 LWB 2/4 drop 406/th400/3.73posi 04 Silverado SS LQ9 6.0/4L65e/4.11posi AWD

03-18-2011, 02:12 PM	#22
matthew79 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Surprise, AZ Posts: 381	Re: BBrendal's 1972 K5 build thread I'd love to see a blazer in this green Posted via Mobile Device Posted via Mobile Device

03-18-2011, 10:28 PM	#24
Turkey nest Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Corcoran Posts: 32	Re: BBrendal's 1972 K5 build thread Looks good I have a 71 med blue. Goes to the body shop mid April. On frame resto. Posted via Mobile Device

03-19-2011, 03:02 AM	#25
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