97 S10 hybrid build - Pirate4x4.Com : 4x4 and Off-Road Forum

MNorby · 04-05-2009, 04:56 PM

As promised a continuation off my old 1971 K5 build thread found here:
/forum/chevy/553755-71-blazer-build.html
So after much thought and discussion decided to just go ahead and loose the full size huge k5 body. Was a long day yesterday but removed and sold the body to a guy in Billings then headed to Bozeman and bought this 97 GMC Sonoma. I am starting with my 71 k5s frame with my 454, th400, 203/205, d60, 14ff, 43SXs on recentered H1 wheels. During this build I am also adding TBI fuel injection on the engine. So far what I am starting with as of today:

Odin K30 · 04-05-2009, 05:06 PM

Awesome!

1)Start the build

2)Finish it

3)Wheel it

Cut it up and start over

MNorby · 04-05-2009, 05:08 PM

Exaclty, this is my 4th re-build now.

Odin K30 · 04-05-2009, 05:11 PM

I like your style.

Subscribed.

frikenwoodro · 04-05-2009, 05:59 PM

You gotta change those rear shackles that were just a "test"

frikenwoodro · 04-05-2009, 06:05 PM

You still got that old shifter setup? In the market for something like that.

BIGSTIC · 04-05-2009, 06:08 PM

Think you left something here

Wish I wasnt in Spokane so I could get to working on it

MNorby · 04-05-2009, 06:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by frikenwoodro

You gotta change those rear shackles that were just a "test"

Yeah, they worked.... Looked like ass. Now I am gonna cut off frame behind the cab and tube out the whole back end, no box or anything.

bigblazerboy · 04-06-2009, 08:51 AM

man i really liked the blazer body. oh well should look sweet with the s10 on there also

LegendKiller89 · 04-06-2009, 10:18 AM

Will be a sweet build, get started already!

ssyork · 04-08-2009, 07:09 PM

way to show the good side of the s10!

buddy · 04-08-2009, 08:22 PM

I have to follow this thread, even though I fundamentally disagree with chopping up a 1st gen blazer to build a hybrid. Use a square body at least!!

However, I totally loved the ideas & progress that Matt had/has, so I'll keep up with the new build here.

On to the progress pics already!!

Later,
Buddy

MTMike · 04-08-2009, 08:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ssyork

way to show the good side of the s10!

MNorby · 04-08-2009, 09:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ssyork

way to show the good side of the s10!

Chances are that will be the best that sheet metal will ever look.

MTMike · 04-08-2009, 09:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MNorby

Chances are that will be the best that sheet metal will ever look.

Plus you can't be hardcore with doors

MNorby · 04-08-2009, 09:30 PM

We'll see how visibility is in the small cab and see if i make quick release door pins again. Doors suck in a full size. At least they are manual doors so should be easy to pop off.

buddy · 04-09-2009, 09:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MTMike

Plus you can't be hardcore with doors

besides,that would buff right out if you wanted it to. later, buddy

MNorby · 04-13-2009, 06:29 PM

Got body on last weekend, fit really nice. Shifters came through floor perfectly, engine clears good. Radiator will have to go in front of the core support is all. Frame is about 2" from floorboards on main part of cab and 3/4" from back of cab and fenders clear the lines off the steering gear by about 1/2".

Odin K30 · 04-13-2009, 06:53 PM

I wasnt sure if I was gonna like the S10 body, but its looking pretty good.

BTW what are all those pipes in the background?
Are you guys Finally getting indoor plumbing out there in Wyoming?

MTMike · 04-13-2009, 06:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MNorby

Got body on last weekend, fit really nice. Shifters came through floor perfectly, engine clears good. Radiator will have to go in front of the core support is all. Frame is about 2" from floorboards on main part of cab and 3/4" from back of cab and fenders clear the lines off the steering gear by about 1/2".

Dude... that looks badass!!!!

You're gonna have to 4-link the front too for 90* approach angle

Quote:

Originally Posted by Odin K30

Are you guys Finally getting indoor plumbing out there in Wyoming?

MNorby · 04-13-2009, 07:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Odin K30

I wasnt sure if I was gonna like the S10 body, but its looking pretty good.

BTW what are all those pipes in the background?
Are you guys Finally getting indoor plumbing out there in Wyoming?

Whats this plumbing thing your talking about?

Quote:

Originally Posted by MTMike

Dude... that looks badass!!!!

You're gonna have to 4-link the front too for 90* approach angle

yeah, guess I'll have to settle for 80* for now

More approach than before since no bumper brackets in front of frame anymore. The 8274 will sit on the front crossmember channel iron and fill that gap nicely.

Elvis38 · 04-13-2009, 08:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MNorby

Whats this plumbing thing your talking about?

Think he means the culverts. Damn city kids

The Blazer was badass and i am sad to see it go. But I like where the S-10 is headin

MNorby · 04-13-2009, 08:12 PM

pluming, like making the hole smooth again the the outhouse?

Na, I work for the irrigation district and they used to make those concrete pipes there too.

chevyforlife502 · 04-14-2009, 03:29 AM

Nice work looks bad ass bro

ssyork · 04-14-2009, 10:28 AM

I still like how the big block fit!Joe was wrong wrong wrong!

04-05-2009, 04:56 PM	#1 (permalink)
MNorby Zeus of the Sluice Join Date: Apr 2002 Member # 11448 Location: Wyoming Posts: 3,273	97 S10 hybrid build As promised a continuation off my old 1971 K5 build thread found here: /forum/chevy/553755-71-blazer-build.html So after much thought and discussion decided to just go ahead and loose the full size huge k5 body. Was a long day yesterday but removed and sold the body to a guy in Billings then headed to Bozeman and bought this 97 GMC Sonoma. I am starting with my 71 k5s frame with my 454, th400, 203/205, d60, 14ff, 43SXs on recentered H1 wheels. During this build I am also adding TBI fuel injection on the engine. So far what I am starting with as of today: __________________ MNorby's Goat - 2 seat Ibex buggy - Powell Valley 4 Wheelers - MNorby's YouTube Channel - PV4W Photo Gallery

04-05-2009, 05:06 PM	#2 (permalink)
Odin K30 Bad Doctor Join Date: Feb 2007 Member # 86878 Location: South of Heaven Posts: 2,465	Awesome! 1)Start the build 2)Finish it 3)Wheel it Cut it up and start over __________________ -Vinny -from Elizabeth Nobody cares about your rigs specs... "Me too" short Crew build /forum/chevy/994394-odins-me-too-short-crew-build.html

04-05-2009, 05:08 PM	#3 (permalink)
MNorby Zeus of the Sluice Join Date: Apr 2002 Member # 11448 Location: Wyoming Posts: 3,273	Exaclty, this is my 4th re-build now. __________________ MNorby's Goat - 2 seat Ibex buggy - Powell Valley 4 Wheelers - MNorby's YouTube Channel - PV4W Photo Gallery

04-05-2009, 05:11 PM	#4 (permalink)
Odin K30 Bad Doctor Join Date: Feb 2007 Member # 86878 Location: South of Heaven Posts: 2,465	I like your style. Subscribed. __________________ -Vinny -from Elizabeth Nobody cares about your rigs specs... "Me too" short Crew build http://www.pirate4x4.com/forum/showthread.php?t=994394

04-05-2009, 05:59 PM	#5 (permalink)
frikenwoodro Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Member # 123514 Location: Middle of hell USA Posts: 1,075	You gotta change those rear shackles that were just a "test" __________________ I don't build it pretty I build it to function.

04-05-2009, 06:05 PM	#6 (permalink)
frikenwoodro Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Member # 123514 Location: Middle of hell USA Posts: 1,075	You still got that old shifter setup? In the market for something like that. __________________ I don't build it pretty I build it to function.

04-05-2009, 06:08 PM	#7 (permalink)
BIGSTIC Fawking ND Join Date: Jun 2001 Member # 5538 Location: Fawking ND Posts: 1,530	Think you left something here Wish I wasnt in Spokane so I could get to working on it __________________ Do it for others, Do it for yourself, Do it for the future. Just do it. Click Above ^^^^^^ "In America, we like everyone to know what we are doing anonymously" Jay Leno

04-06-2009, 08:51 AM	#9 (permalink)
bigblazerboy Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Member # 103864 Location: richmond, va Posts: 114	man i really liked the blazer body. oh well should look sweet with the s10 on there also

04-06-2009, 10:18 AM	#10 (permalink)
LegendKiller89 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Member # 128238 Posts: 771	Will be a sweet build, get started already!

04-08-2009, 07:09 PM	#11 (permalink)
ssyork Granite Guru Join Date: Jan 2007 Member # 85758 Location: Montana Posts: 888	way to show the good side of the s10! __________________ 96 s10 blazer build http://www.pirate4x4.com/forum/chevy...ng-bluggy.html

04-08-2009, 08:22 PM	#12 (permalink)
buddy Registered User Join Date: Nov 2000 Member # 2140 Location: Midland, Tx Posts: 102	I have to follow this thread, even though I fundamentally disagree with chopping up a 1st gen blazer to build a hybrid. Use a square body at least!! However, I totally loved the ideas & progress that Matt had/has, so I'll keep up with the new build here. On to the progress pics already!! Later, Buddy __________________ 1990 K5 on 37's - Mine - 2003 Discovery SE7 - Wife's Midland, TX

04-08-2009, 09:30 PM	#16 (permalink)
MNorby Zeus of the Sluice Join Date: Apr 2002 Member # 11448 Location: Wyoming Posts: 3,273	We'll see how visibility is in the small cab and see if i make quick release door pins again. Doors suck in a full size. At least they are manual doors so should be easy to pop off. __________________ MNorby's Goat - 2 seat Ibex buggy - Powell Valley 4 Wheelers - MNorby's YouTube Channel - PV4W Photo Gallery Last edited by MNorby; 04-08-2009 at 09:30 PM.

04-13-2009, 06:29 PM	#18 (permalink)
MNorby Zeus of the Sluice Join Date: Apr 2002 Member # 11448 Location: Wyoming Posts: 3,273	Got body on last weekend, fit really nice. Shifters came through floor perfectly, engine clears good. Radiator will have to go in front of the core support is all. Frame is about 2" from floorboards on main part of cab and 3/4" from back of cab and fenders clear the lines off the steering gear by about 1/2". __________________ MNorby's Goat - 2 seat Ibex buggy - Powell Valley 4 Wheelers - MNorby's YouTube Channel - PV4W Photo Gallery Last edited by MNorby; 04-13-2009 at 06:31 PM.

04-13-2009, 06:53 PM	#19 (permalink)
Odin K30 Bad Doctor Join Date: Feb 2007 Member # 86878 Location: South of Heaven Posts: 2,465	I wasnt sure if I was gonna like the S10 body, but its looking pretty good. BTW what are all those pipes in the background? Are you guys Finally getting indoor plumbing out there in Wyoming? __________________ -Vinny -from Elizabeth Nobody cares about your rigs specs... "Me too" short Crew build http://www.pirate4x4.com/forum/showthread.php?t=994394

04-13-2009, 08:12 PM	#23 (permalink)
MNorby Zeus of the Sluice Join Date: Apr 2002 Member # 11448 Location: Wyoming Posts: 3,273	pluming, like making the hole smooth again the the outhouse? Na, I work for the irrigation district and they used to make those concrete pipes there too. __________________ MNorby's Goat - 2 seat Ibex buggy - Powell Valley 4 Wheelers - MNorby's YouTube Channel - PV4W Photo Gallery Last edited by MNorby; 04-13-2009 at 08:13 PM.

04-14-2009, 03:29 AM	#24 (permalink)
chevyforlife502 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Member # 123509 Location: Windsor, Canada Posts: 483 Blog Entries: 1	Nice work looks bad ass bro __________________ 1979 Chevy K10 4x4 soon to be 4inch lift with DANA 60 14FF, 205

04-14-2009, 10:28 AM	#25 (permalink)
ssyork Granite Guru Join Date: Jan 2007 Member # 85758 Location: Montana Posts: 888	I still like how the big block fit!Joe was wrong wrong wrong! __________________ 96 s10 blazer build http://www.pirate4x4.com/forum/chevy...ng-bluggy.html

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