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Grizz’s ‘79 2WD 🇺🇸 Chevy Blazer V8 STRANGER THINGS 16/08/2022

braaap Posted a lot Posts: 2,750	Grizz’s ‘79 2WD 🇺🇸 Chevy Blazer V8 STRANGER THINGS 16/08/2022 braaap @braaap
	Oct 28, 2018 15:54:45 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	Cutting the springs to a certain legth is one thing, but do you know the spring rates of the new ones or is the thread thickness the same? If they were made for a lighter car, the car might sit lower after the first miles. Or the springs start settling because of their material. Only time will tell I think. Nice job nevertheless.
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Paul Y Posted a lot Posts: 1,951	Grizz’s ‘79 2WD 🇺🇸 Chevy Blazer V8 STRANGER THINGS 16/08/2022 Paul Y @pauly
	Oct 28, 2018 16:26:50 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	braaap is quite right. It will settle a bit but probably not that much. All the springs where sacrifices to the Gods of Lows (tm) when I was trying to fine tune the ride height on my 56 PU - the coils are slightly 'lighter' but only time will tell. In other news Grizz's new toy is a lot better in the flesh than he makes out in his posts. Good job it is not a project as I think this will morph into the new Prozac over the coming months. Onwards! P.
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grizz Probably posted too much REZIN ROCKIT......🚀 Posts: 28,504	Grizz’s ‘79 2WD 🇺🇸 Chevy Blazer V8 STRANGER THINGS 16/08/2022 grizz @grizz
	Oct 28, 2018 18:08:52 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	Oct 28, 2018 15:39:43 GMT glenanderson said: Up 35mm and with springs that might actually have some spring in them. Good job. I’m certain you’ll notice a huge difference. I’d have come up a bit more, personally, but that’s a whole lot better than it was, whilst still leaving me room to knock you down when you sell it to me. 😜 I reckon the back could be left as it is now. Correct, and funny, with action, I would be happy visually to go down, so leaving the front end just where it is. Oct 28, 2018 15:54:45 GMT braaap said: Cutting the springs to a certain legth is one thing, but do you know the spring rates of the new ones or is the thread thickness the same? If they were made for a lighter car, the car might sit lower after the first miles. Or the springs start settling because of their material. Only time will tell I think. Nice job nevertheless. Thank you very much, I am both thankful and pleased for Paul’s help. Doing it is one thing, doing it all fast, and knowing what you are doing is another, thankfully it was another. Oct 28, 2018 16:26:50 GMT Paul Y said: braaap is quite right. It will settle a bit but probably not that much. All the springs where sacrifices to the Gods of Lows (tm) when I was trying to fine tune the ride height on my 56 PU - the coils are slightly 'lighter' but only time will tell. In other news Grizz's new toy is a lot better in the flesh than he makes out in his posts. Good job it is not a project as I think this will morph into the new Prozac over the coming months. Onwards! P. Thank you Paul, yes the truck is much better than described according to everyone who has seen it. Guess I just like to manage my own expectations, hence it still making me happy. And yes, agreed, it will evolve. I know everything I do to it, will increase its inherent value. Thanks to your expert guidance I have now just ordered a set of these. And so ends another good MoJo filled weekend.
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07lilredwagon Posted a lot Posts: 2,051	Grizz’s ‘79 2WD 🇺🇸 Chevy Blazer V8 STRANGER THINGS 16/08/2022 07lilredwagon @07lilredwagon
	Oct 28, 2018 18:23:49 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	Great job Grizz and Co! I have been there with my pick up in the same weather doing the same work to the front end! (but must admit I took just a little longer to make it all happen!) what a nice result too. Wish I still had my Blazer....same generation....but it, like other vehicles had to go for something else to come in..... JP
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privatepile Part of things Posts: 34	Grizz’s ‘79 2WD 🇺🇸 Chevy Blazer V8 STRANGER THINGS 16/08/2022 privatepile @privatepile
	Oct 28, 2018 19:42:40 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	Terrible picture I know, but here's my dad's from 1981.


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grizz Probably posted too much REZIN ROCKIT......🚀 Posts: 28,504	Grizz’s ‘79 2WD 🇺🇸 Chevy Blazer V8 STRANGER THINGS 16/08/2022 grizz @grizz
	Oct 28, 2018 21:41:00 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	Just found this very cool picture thread. 67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=331470 Loads of Blazers.
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Mercdan68 Posted hell of a lot Posts: 9,223 Club RR Member Number: 68	Grizz’s ‘79 2WD 🇺🇸 Chevy Blazer V8 STRANGER THINGS 16/08/2022 Mercdan68 @forddan68 Club Retro Rides Member 68
	Oct 28, 2018 21:56:10 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	That’s coming along nicely 👍
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	Oct 28, 2018 22:58:48 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	I like it. The new ride height is exactly where I'd aim for. Low without being a scraper. Grizz sir, I have a small gift for you. Message me where you want it sent plz.


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darrenh Posted hell of a lot Posts: 6,656	Grizz’s ‘79 2WD 🇺🇸 Chevy Blazer V8 STRANGER THINGS 16/08/2022 darrenh @darrenh
	Oct 29, 2018 14:37:31 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	a good job of work (please read in british pathe' voice over mans voice)
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grizz Probably posted too much REZIN ROCKIT......🚀 Posts: 28,504	Grizz’s ‘79 2WD 🇺🇸 Chevy Blazer V8 STRANGER THINGS 16/08/2022 grizz @grizz
	Oct 30, 2018 7:56:24 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	Oct 28, 2018 18:23:49 GMT 07lilredwagon said: Great job Grizz and Co! I have been there with my pick up in the same weather doing the same work to the front end! (but must admit I took just a little longer to make it all happen!) what a nice result too. Wish I still had my Blazer....same generation....but it, like other vehicles had to go for something else to come in..... JP Morning JP. It was a job that needed doing. Simple really. Problem with keeping all the cars, would that make us hoarders or rich? Oct 28, 2018 19:42:40 GMT privatepile said: Terrible picture I know, but here's my dad's from 1981. Thanks for posting up. Still nice to see, as well as share in your memory Oct 28, 2018 21:56:10 GMT Mercdan68 said: That’s coming along nicely 👍 Thanks Dan. Progress is progress. Oct 28, 2018 22:58:48 GMT @quickrack1 said: I like it. The new ride height is exactly where I'd aim for. Low without being a scraper. Grizz sir, I have a small gift for you. Message me where you want it sent plz. Message sent Alan, thank you. Scraper is compromised as it was. Oct 29, 2018 14:37:31 GMT darrenh said: a good job of work (please read in british pathe' voice over mans voice) 😁😁😁✅
	1966 Chevy C10 V8 REDNECK EXPRESS. (Restoration now) GRIZZ-POD Build Thread grizzmakes.blogspot.com/2022/12/the-birth-of-grizzmakes.html IF YOU CAN'T FIX IT WITH A HAMMER, YOU'VE GOT AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM MATE. .

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grizz Probably posted too much REZIN ROCKIT......🚀 Posts: 28,504	Grizz’s ‘79 2WD 🇺🇸 Chevy Blazer V8 STRANGER THINGS 16/08/2022 grizz @grizz
	Oct 30, 2018 8:21:18 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	Thought I would post up a few useful or interesting links. THANK YOU TO THOSE RESPONSIBLE FOR CREATING THESE RESOURCES. FRONT END REBUILD TUTORIAL www.73-87.com/7387garage/chassis_suspension/frontend.htm BLAZER PICTURE THREAD 67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=331470 FULL AND COMPLETE 1979 CHEVY LIGHT TRUCK SERVICE MANUAL. www.73-87chevytrucks.com/techinfo/7387CKMans//Service/ST_330_79_1979_Chevrolet_Light_Truck_Service_Manual.pdf Garage cat warning. Someone asked if the Teardrop Trailer still existed. Yes it certainly does. And it seems Dennis has pretty much used up all the wood on his gas station replica build. Perfect timing for a winter outfit, now the inner walls, insulation and electrics are done. With winters chill and short days here, it looks like the truck will mainly be getting weekend time now. Off to London again.
	1966 Chevy C10 V8 REDNECK EXPRESS. (Restoration now) GRIZZ-POD Build Thread grizzmakes.blogspot.com/2022/12/the-birth-of-grizzmakes.html IF YOU CAN'T FIX IT WITH A HAMMER, YOU'VE GOT AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM MATE. .

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recarouk Yorkshire and The Humber Posts: 435	Grizz’s ‘79 2WD 🇺🇸 Chevy Blazer V8 STRANGER THINGS 16/08/2022 recarouk @recarouk
	Oct 30, 2018 13:17:16 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	Oct 25, 2018 17:44:41 GMT braaap said: Grizz + Blazer = Grizzer is it just me thats thinking Grizz + Blazer = GRAZER? and a logo in the rear window of some Biltong/Jerky for comedy effect?


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grizz Probably posted too much REZIN ROCKIT......🚀 Posts: 28,504	Grizz’s ‘79 2WD 🇺🇸 Chevy Blazer V8 STRANGER THINGS 16/08/2022 grizz @grizz
	Oct 30, 2018 19:55:19 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	Oct 30, 2018 13:17:16 GMT recarouk said: Oct 25, 2018 17:44:41 GMT braaap said: Grizz + Blazer = Grizzer is it just me thats thinking Grizz + Blazer = GRAZER? and a logo in the rear window of some Biltong/Jerky for comedy effect? Funny how this truck still has not really established a name for it. Currently on the look out for a set of 15 inch beauty rings, wheel trims, call them what you like. The original photo I took of it a few years ago shows it with a set of trimmrings fitted. I did try to fit the trim rings from the C10’s Rallye wheels, but they would not get themselves seated. So stil looking.
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hairnet Probably posted too much I AMUSE YOU.....? Posts: 11,000	Grizz’s ‘79 2WD 🇺🇸 Chevy Blazer V8 STRANGER THINGS 16/08/2022 hairnet @83golf
	Oct 30, 2018 20:51:50 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	why am i thinking midnight run
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grizz Probably posted too much REZIN ROCKIT......🚀 Posts: 28,504	Grizz’s ‘79 2WD 🇺🇸 Chevy Blazer V8 STRANGER THINGS 16/08/2022 grizz @grizz
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	Oct 30, 2018 20:51:50 GMT hairnet said: why am i thinking midnight run You mean as a name?
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grizz Probably posted too much REZIN ROCKIT......🚀 Posts: 28,504	Grizz’s ‘79 2WD 🇺🇸 Chevy Blazer V8 STRANGER THINGS 16/08/2022 grizz @grizz
	Oct 30, 2018 21:43:15 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	Went down to the garage a few minutes ago, it’s bloody cold out there. Wanted to check and see if my bought 10 years ago, used a few times, Torque Wrench still worked.
	Last Edit: Oct 31, 2018 21:13:55 GMT by grizz 1966 Chevy C10 V8 REDNECK EXPRESS. (Restoration now) GRIZZ-POD Build Thread grizzmakes.blogspot.com/2022/12/the-birth-of-grizzmakes.html IF YOU CAN'T FIX IT WITH A HAMMER, YOU'VE GOT AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM MATE. .

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grizz Probably posted too much REZIN ROCKIT......🚀 Posts: 28,504	Grizz’s ‘79 2WD 🇺🇸 Chevy Blazer V8 STRANGER THINGS 16/08/2022 grizz @grizz
	Oct 30, 2018 22:11:40 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	Oooopps
	Last Edit: Oct 31, 2018 21:14:28 GMT by grizz 1966 Chevy C10 V8 REDNECK EXPRESS. (Restoration now) GRIZZ-POD Build Thread grizzmakes.blogspot.com/2022/12/the-birth-of-grizzmakes.html IF YOU CAN'T FIX IT WITH A HAMMER, YOU'VE GOT AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM MATE. .

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SterlingArcher Part of things Posts: 109	Grizz’s ‘79 2WD 🇺🇸 Chevy Blazer V8 STRANGER THINGS 16/08/2022 SterlingArcher @sterlingarcher
	Oct 31, 2018 1:45:07 GMT Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top
	I don't know about trucks, but GM cars used to have a build sheet that specified color and options somewhere in the car, usually under the rear seat. Later cars had a sticker on the door jamb with the RPO codes on them, but I don't know when they switched. Might be worth a look to see if either of them are still with the truck.
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grizz Probably posted too much REZIN ROCKIT......🚀 Posts: 28,504	Grizz’s ‘79 2WD 🇺🇸 Chevy Blazer V8 STRANGER THINGS 16/08/2022 grizz @grizz
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	Oct 31, 2018 1:45:07 GMT SterlingArcher said: I don't know about trucks, but GM cars used to have a build sheet that specified color and options somewhere in the car, usually under the rear seat. Later cars had a sticker on the door jamb with the RPO codes on them, but I don't know when they switched. Might be worth a look to see if either of them are still with the truck. Thank you for the reply. I have been all over this truck, to try find build sheet, spec sheet or plate..... Nada. Zilch. I will go looks at the weekend as well. Dennis has been extremely helpful,as he knows all you need to know about them, including secret markings, numbers etc on the chassis. It continues to be mind boggling
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	Last Edit: Oct 31, 2018 21:15:42 GMT by grizz 1966 Chevy C10 V8 REDNECK EXPRESS. (Restoration now) GRIZZ-POD Build Thread grizzmakes.blogspot.com/2022/12/the-birth-of-grizzmakes.html IF YOU CAN'T FIX IT WITH A HAMMER, YOU'VE GOT AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM MATE. .

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