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1972 Chevy K5 Blazer - Blazing Orange

A Classic First-Generation K5 Blazer
By Kevin McNulty
Photography by Kevin McNulty
1972 Chevy K5 Blazer Blazing Orange Exterior Side View Desert Speed
The Perrys' Blazer is a squeaky-clean... 
   
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1972 Chevy K5 Blazer Blazing Orange Exterior Side View Desert Speed
The Perrys' Blazer is a squeaky-clean rig, but that doesn't mean they won't be driving it off-highway-it was purpose-built for adventure. The T&J custom-built rollcage runs the full length of the 4x4, offering protection for all passengers. For additional safety, four-point harnesses were added to the front and rear seating.
1972 Chevy K5 Blazer Blazing Orange K5 Blazer
1972 Chevy K5 Blazer Blazing Orange Engine View
The Blazer is propelled by... 
   
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1972 Chevy K5 Blazer Blazing Orange Engine View
The Blazer is propelled by a Chevy 350ci crate motor from GM, and it's fed by a 600-cfm Edelbrock carburetor. Properly tuned and maintained, this engine and carb setup cranks out around 300 hp and will dependably run for years.
1972 Chevy K5 Blazer Blazing Orange Exterior Rear View
The GM 12-bolt rear axle was... 
   
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1972 Chevy K5 Blazer Blazing Orange Exterior Rear View
The GM 12-bolt rear axle was rebuilt and fitted with 4.56 gears, an ARB locker, and chromoly axleshafts. The rear of the Blazer sports a modified HitchGate to lug the spare tire around. T&J mated it to the trailer hitch's crossmember by welding in additional supports. This modification made the entire assembly super stout.
1972 Chevy K5 Blazer Blazing Orange Super Swampers
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1972 Chevy K5 Blazer Blazing Orange Super Swampers
The keys to a well-mannered suspension are building it with quality parts and making sure the center of gravity isn't too high. The 6-inch-lift Superlift leaf springs, combined with the 37-inch-tall Super Swampers, raised the Blazer while maintaining the rig to maintain a comfortable and functional on- and off-highway ride in all conditions.

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