Builds Whether you are building something new or rebuilding something old, post up your build threads here. Open to all projects!

Xtrmes10 97 ZR2 Blazer build

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Apr 15, 2014 | 07:21 PM
  #61  
xtrmes10's Avatar
Thread Starter
|
Starting Member
Joined: Aug 2011
Posts: 104
xtrmes10 is on a distinguished road
Default

Originally Posted by erics9971
Looks great! Do you have those fender flares still? I know someone who'd give you 200 bucks for em.
I do have them still. You can PM me with the info.
 
Old Apr 19, 2014 | 03:26 PM
  #62  
xtrmes10's Avatar
Thread Starter
|
Starting Member
Joined: Aug 2011
Posts: 104
xtrmes10 is on a distinguished road
Default

Got one side of the steering setup. Once I get the other side and make sure everything is good I'll weld them up.
Went with 7/8 heims with 5/8 safty misalinement spacerd and 1" quarter wall tubing. Maybe a bit over kill but it should last forever.
 
Attached Thumbnails Xtrmes10 97 ZR2 Blazer build-img_20140419_150212_437.jpg  
Old May 15, 2014 | 09:40 PM
  #63  
xtrmes10's Avatar
Thread Starter
|
Starting Member
Joined: Aug 2011
Posts: 104
xtrmes10 is on a distinguished road
Default

The front suspension is done. Replaced everything including all the brake lines. Just have to set it back on the ground and hookup the sway bar.
Then on to the back. Which should be quick.
 
Attached Thumbnails Xtrmes10 97 ZR2 Blazer build-img_20140513_173404_638.jpg  
Old May 16, 2014 | 02:34 AM
  #64  
newguy's Avatar
BF Veteran
Joined: Feb 2012
Posts: 4,205
From: Easthampton, ma.
newguy will become famous soon enoughnewguy will become famous soon enough
Default

wow! very nice. Looks solid
 
Old May 16, 2014 | 06:53 AM
  #65  
Grizzlyraptor's Avatar
New Member
Joined: Apr 2014
Posts: 7
From: Reading Pa
Grizzlyraptor is on a distinguished road
Default

If you don't mind me asking. How much is the coil over setup for the front all together. I just got a 1998 blazer

photo2.jpg?t=1400164355

I need to replace the front and back springs and shocks. I wanted to know what the coil over setup cost you compared to getting new leafs and shocks. I dont currently have a lift or anything but i plan on putting a 2in body lift.
 
Old May 16, 2014 | 08:39 PM
  #66  
xtrmes10's Avatar
Thread Starter
|
Starting Member
Joined: Aug 2011
Posts: 104
xtrmes10 is on a distinguished road
Default

Its by no means a bolt in kit. I used QA1 shocks. Had to cut and modify the frame and replace the factory shock mounts. Also if you are using stock control arms they would have to be modified and strengthened. I have many hours of fabrication in making them work.
The shocks and springs aren't to bad price wise.
Around $500. Plus you will need mounts and such.
 
Old May 16, 2014 | 08:47 PM
  #67  
xtrmes10's Avatar
Thread Starter
|
Starting Member
Joined: Aug 2011
Posts: 104
xtrmes10 is on a distinguished road
Default

So today its sitting back on the ground for the first time in a year and a half. Still need to work on the alignment.
Not sure I'm going to keep the front sway bar or not.
Here's a pic of today's progress.
Now on to the rear.
 
Attached Thumbnails Xtrmes10 97 ZR2 Blazer build-img_20140516_171636_783.jpg   Xtrmes10 97 ZR2 Blazer build-img_20140516_171649_407.jpg   Xtrmes10 97 ZR2 Blazer build-img_20140516_172845_252.jpg   Xtrmes10 97 ZR2 Blazer build-img_20140516_171711_991.jpg  
Old May 17, 2014 | 11:15 AM
  #68  
rexmburns's Avatar
Super Moderator
Joined: Sep 2011
Posts: 4,459
From: Northern VA
rexmburns is a jewel in the roughrexmburns is a jewel in the roughrexmburns is a jewel in the rough
Default

Looks good! You need bigger shoes now they look kinda small lol.
 
Old May 18, 2014 | 08:42 AM
  #69  
xtrmes10's Avatar
Thread Starter
|
Starting Member
Joined: Aug 2011
Posts: 104
xtrmes10 is on a distinguished road
Default

Originally Posted by rexmburns
Looks good! You need bigger shoes now they look kinda small lol.
I have a new set of 35" tires for it. Just have to put them on. I'm still be siding if I want new wheels first.
 
Old May 26, 2014 | 08:26 PM
  #70  
xtrmes10's Avatar
Thread Starter
|
Starting Member
Joined: Aug 2011
Posts: 104
xtrmes10 is on a distinguished road
Default

Got the rear end all together today. Got some of the stuff cleaned and painted. Just need to put the shocks on and new brake lines and the back is done. Also have to build a new longer drive shaft.











 
Attached Thumbnails Xtrmes10 97 ZR2 Blazer build-img_20140526_134233_988.jpg   Xtrmes10 97 ZR2 Blazer build-img_20140526_135129_071.jpg   Xtrmes10 97 ZR2 Blazer build-img_20140526_135149_719.jpg  



All times are GMT -5. The time now is 12:02 PM.