Daily driver problems....

drmrman · 03-07-2012, 9:38pm

I really need everyones help...

Heres the situation. I daily drive a 93 S10 pickup. It runs good. BUT! Its 2wd. and needs a LITTLE work.... also.... It has NO PAINT. Its rattle can black....

The dilema.... I sold my ex girlfriend my 97 blazer 3 years ago. Modded. 4x4 2dr. Mint. Since shes had it, its been used... A LOT but not neglected. Its a solid vehicle. I just bought it back from her for practically nothing... Im talking dollars an cents. BUT, she rear ended someone. NOTHING mechanical. Only sheet metal. SO!

The question is. Do I flip the blazer, make some money, and keep my S10, or spend some time and money with the blazer and make it a decent daily driver!?!?!?!

Im torn.

What my baby used to look like.........

Taurus · 03-07-2012, 9:42pm

If you're up to a project, it doesn't look like too much work. It depends on what your photos don't show. If you're in it cheap, that's where I would spend my money.

drmrman · 03-07-2012, 9:55pm

Photos show everything.... I pulled the core support out tonight.... NO frame damage. Drove the truck for 20 mins. runs and drives just as I remember it. Just needs a grille fender and hood.

I think Im going to try and bring the Blazer back.

mike100 · 03-07-2012, 10:12pm

I have NO hookups in the paint and body field, but I might be tempted to try to fix the newer truck.

drmrman · 03-07-2012, 10:29pm

I do... and I dont... my shop does a lot of biz with a local body shop. But im not 100% sure what kind of deal he would do for me...

Im going to get the truck registered and bring it by him this weekend. I spoke to my pops and he said i can keep the truck at the house. So I can keep it local

right now its at my buddys yard 30 mins away...

mike100 · 03-07-2012, 10:51pm

Is it even a possibility to sell the S10 to fund the bodywork? That way you don't have to do hardly any work and you get a clean ride at the end of the project.

drmrman · 03-07-2012, 11:36pm

Right now that's the thought process. The s10 is for sale. Asking 2500. So if anyone knows anyone on the east coast that wants a clean s10 let me know!

1993 Std cab S10 - S-10 Forum

Miss my blazer. Would def. Be cool to bring it back to where it was when I sold it...

Frizlefrak · 03-07-2012, 11:38pm

If there isn't structural damage, I vote to rehab the Blazer.

drmrman · 03-07-2012, 11:48pm

No structural damage. Frame is straight as an arrow. The core support got pushed back about 1/2 inch but I already pulled it back to spec tonight

nothing a telephone pole and ratchet strap couldn't fix

like I said looks like it's ONLY going to be a fender, hood, bumper, grille, and if you want to get fancy a battery tray and head light bucket. Im no body guy but my professional opinion is that I think I can get this fixed for less then 1200... Hopefully....

PLRX · 03-07-2012, 11:48pm

The Blazer.

They have LS conversions for those rigs. They converted one on Horsepower TV and looked pretty cool.

drmrman · 03-07-2012, 11:53pm

Cool. 4x4 lsx blazer = sweet. Bed time for me. I'm going to sleep on it but I'm pretty sure I've made my decision. \m/

Taurus · 03-08-2012, 12:00am

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Originally Posted by drmrman

Cool. 4x4 lsx blazer = sweet. Bed time for me. I'm going to sleep on it but I'm pretty sure I've made my decision. \m/

Don't forget the twin turbos and paint it gold.

Epimax · 03-08-2012, 6:19am

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Originally Posted by drmrman

Cool. 4x4 lsx blazer = sweet. Bed time for me. I'm going to sleep on it but I'm pretty sure I've made my decision. \m/

Definitely the blazer!

Looking forward to the restoration pics!!

C4fan · 03-08-2012, 12:28pm

I would have to agree with everyone also. Go with the Blazer. Nice looking rig! There is a company that makes sheet metal for a lot of cars called Certi-fit. Their prices are usually very competitive if you can't find used parts. BUT, the quality is not OE. The sheet metal can be thinner for example.

Sweet 90 · 03-08-2012, 6:01pm

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Originally Posted by Frizlefrak

If there isn't structural damage, I vote to rehab the Blazer.

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Originally Posted by PLRX

The Blazer.

They have LS conversions for those rigs. They converted one on Horsepower TV and looked pretty cool.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Epimax

Definitely the blazer!

Looking forward to the restoration pics!!

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Originally Posted by C4fan

I would have to agree with everyone also. Go with the Blazer. Nice looking rig! There is a company that makes sheet metal for a lot of cars called Certi-fit. Their prices are usually very competitive if you can't find used parts. BUT, the quality is not OE. The sheet metal can be thinner for example.

Blazer FTW

Can we have TMT give his blessing

drmrman · 03-08-2012, 6:06pm

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Originally Posted by C4fan

I would have to agree with everyone also. Go with the Blazer. Nice looking rig! There is a company that makes sheet metal for a lot of cars called Certi-fit. Their prices are usually very competitive if you can't find used parts. BUT, the quality is not OE. The sheet metal can be thinner for example.

Cool thanks for the heads up!!!

Bought the window motor and regulator, as well as the rear windshield wiper motor today at work! Starting to gather parts

Next is the sheet metal!!!!

Sweet 90 · 03-08-2012, 6:08pm

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Originally Posted by drmrman

Cool thanks for the heads up!!!

Bought the window motor and regulator, as well as the rear windshield wiper motor today at work! Starting to gather parts

Next is the sheet metal!!!!

Excellent, keep us updated. Speaking of which, haven't heard a lot about the pooches Mustang lately, FRIZ