I bought the ZR2 blazer but no spare tire carrier.....Hmmmm where to find one....

 

It doesn't look like the frame got bent at all. Looks like with some new sheet metal you should be good to go. With 42061 miles this thing is worth saving for sure.

 

well, test fitting a few parts as I get the ZR2 ready for final assembly

 

Did you get a new radiator support Or straighten out the old one at all? You'll probably run into fitment issues with the fenders and the hood latch if you don't replace it, or do some major pulling on it. Just my .02 cents, I do bodywork for a living and that rad. Support looks pretty bent up to me.

Also, that cowl induction looks sweet, and only 42k miles? Nice

 

Thank you for the great comment! I have a good used radiator support and grille to put on.... I too am a body man... and sell used parts...

 

thats not bad at all

 

No problem man, just figured I'd put it out there, I'd hate to see someone try to do a bunch of fit up work with a bad rad. support. Good to see a fellow body guy on here though!

I'd be hard pressed to find a good used rad. Support up here in upstate NY though...The salt in the winters make finding good used panels a tough job.

Looking forward to seeing the rest of your progress!

 

Right now everything is test fitted and the front sheet metal is square. I will edge the new fender and replace the flare. Then assemble for the final time.

 

well, today I finished up repairing the front end wiring and fitted the driver flare to the new fender.....

 

Nice work! She's looking way better. Is that a factory style grill, or something aftermarket? It looks different for some reason, but I like it!