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Offline sundog

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Getting started
« on: March 26, 2009, 02:42:20 am »
Hello all, I have found this forum very helpfull in the past and now need some suggestions. I am bringing an old 74 Blazer back to life. It has been in the deserts of Nevada and Arizona all its life. No rust but all the plastic and rubber parts are history. Who are the best vendors for all the stuff I will need to make this back into a comfortable driver with windows that roll,vents that move and seals to keep the infrequent water outside? Also dash pads and upholstery? Has anybody put one of the newer motor and transmission combo's in place of the old 350? I have access to a 2007 Tahoe engine and tranny as well as a 383 and 700r4 combo. Your thoughts and suggestions will be appreciated.

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Re: Getting started
« Reply #1 on: March 26, 2009, 02:38:49 pm »
We sell everything except weatherstripping pieces for your truck.
As for the motor, I would go for the Tahoe setup. 

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Re: Getting started
« Reply #2 on: March 26, 2009, 06:07:19 pm »
Welcome to the site! Take plenty of pics and try to get as much stuff as you can from Chris(Captkaos). Sounds like a cool project. ;D
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Re: Getting started
« Reply #3 on: March 26, 2009, 06:10:08 pm »
For a driver, definitely go with the Tahoe setup (a 5.3/4L65E ?).  For a limited-use street rod, go with the 383/700R4.
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Offline levisjohnson

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Re: Getting started
« Reply #4 on: March 26, 2009, 07:29:08 pm »
ditto to oldwhity

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Re: Getting started
« Reply #5 on: March 26, 2009, 07:35:55 pm »
Welcome from Texas. 
1981 Chevy 3/4 ton (aka yeller)
2001 Chevy 1/2 ton extended cab lifted with flames
1950 Dodge Wayfarer all original
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Just to name a few

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Re: Getting started
« Reply #6 on: March 26, 2009, 11:29:42 pm »
Welcome from New Hampshaa!
Some people are like Slinkies. Not really good for anything, but they still bring a smile to your face when you push them down a flight of stairs