My 2001 ZR2 Blazer Project starts now!!! S10 midsize based 4x4 truck!

[@nedaCFilms]

These ZR2 code Blazers were the sh*t back in the day! Wider frame compared to the regular S10, factory 3” lift with Bilstein shocks, heavier duty locking posi rear with hardened axles and 3.73 gears, carbon skid plates, aluminum driveshaft and 31” BFG all terrains. The ZR2 was friggin awesome lol

[@Poohdaddymagic]

Several years ago I had the chance to get one of these ZR2s with the very rare 5 speed option. It was one seriously sweet ride.

[@dirkharvey]

I had a 2000 zr2 blazer white, i miss it so much. Awesome to see this.

[@FireballMullet]

Nice! 👍

[@JustMarcus104]

Great find. I love this model because of the ZR2 package

[@nedaCFilms]

ZR2 equipped pickups and Blazers were little beasts. Awesome project! I don’t like the torsion bars being cranked on these rigs. The highrider “Jackrabbit” rake is what gave these ole trucks that cool look in my opinion. Always liked the stance of the rear sitting a little higher than the front. Just looks more aggressive I guess lol. Cool friggin Blazer bud!

[@nedaCFilms]

Awesome score! Right now these ZR2 models are coming to the end of that “affordable window”…. the window is quickly closing shut. Prices will skyrocket on these over the next 5-10 years, so now is the time to scoop them up before $$$$$

[@FireballMullet]

Is there anyway to crank them down to stock height? Anyway to know ?

[@nedaCFilms]

@@FireballMullet yes, it will ride a lot better too.

[@Donnach]

@@FireballMullet I remember raising them to be easy and a driveway project. I was on safety with jacks & stands. My nephew said you adjust the bolts on a cross member. He said Goodyear stores are a place to start if it has old mechanics. It's going to need an alignment anyway so they should help.

[@jerryespinoza2113]

Oh man.. in the hands of a mad builder. This is gonna be one to follow. Well keep an eye out brother. THANX for sharing 👍

[@unclestevensgarage4145]

Nice truck for its age clean I’d like to get me one of those ever since I saw him back in the day

[@jerryreed9163]

Glad to see you my friend, hope all is well

[@bimmerbroM3]

nice truck amazing condition

[@b-rys8527]

Just found me a 03 Sonoma zr2 with 130k. Test drove it and settled on a deal. I was originally looking for a 4x4 s10 but ppl were asking so much for them with over 180k. But once I seen a few zr2s I did my research and much rather have that. Stronger driveline and suspension and notice quit a bit of ppl LS swap these and sounds like a fun future project with my dad in a few years

[@davebarron5939]

Damn! shes a beauty, you and I have similar taste, well done.

[@kamranetemad4968]

Very beautiful 4x4 zr2.for dash not being cracked and warped is impressive. 4.3 ho and 8.5 heavy duty rear is supurb combo.beautiful eye catching loaded example .👍

[@richsadventures]

I bought one new in Red in 03 the last year they made that body style I loved it because I live in Ohio and it handled the snow like a champ, the zr2 came with factory 3.73 gears and a limited slip in the rear. I sold it in 2015 with 180k miles and it was still running strong

[@jeffwhittington6279]

05 was the last year

[@osrr6422]

4 button transfer case. NP236. Uses special fluid. Also, pretty sure no one makes a 6" lift kit for these anymore (front fame is different then a regular blazer). The after market for the ZR2s was always small, and now its pretty much non-existent. Vacumm actuator on the front diff can be a problem. You can get rid of it completely using the front axle tube and shaft off an Olds Bravada (98+ in your case). Or a cable kit, that works to.

[@THERexKramer]

not all are the 4 button. if you're going 6 inches or more you might as well go SAS in the front so kind of pointless on "kits".

[@raymondluna3187]

Nice find I have 2003 Zr2 with 79000 all original and she eats up the back country

[@todd2k3]

I’ve got an 03 in the driveway. We bought it for my son as his first car in 2017. It somehow survived and has 147k on the odometer. I just did a full tuneup on it but like you, the steering needs attention and it has an oil pan leak. It’s too nice to give up on though so it’ll be my summer project. Congrats on your new ride.

[@FireballMullet]

Nice man! Keep me posted on it. These are really cool for sure!

[@aceofsteel2298]

They are a beast I've had 3

[@ZZ48UUP]

I have a 2000 ZR2 blazer with a 5 speed. Look into replacing the power seat with the manual one available in the S10. When the switch goes bad, you will come out to a dead battery unless you cut power to the switch

[@tez613]

I have the un-coated trim and spare carrier on my blazer and I have to say I wish they had been coated in something as the front fender flares are all white and the carrier is rusting a bit

[@waltersteffensthezr2man431]

Omg leave it shes perfect!!

[@publikintox892]

Ive got a 2000 zr2 blazer on 31 inch bfgoodrich a/t tires pretty cool suvs

[@FireballMullet]

Nice! I think I’m keeping 32s mom this one. I love driving it!

[@Mike_The_Hog_A_Nator]

Grab the new improved Dorman 4x4 actuator that's located under the battery. They have a heavy duty one that O'Reilly's sells. Very thick rubber. I went through 6 on mine in 2yrs. I bought an 02' Blazer ZR2 LS 7yrs ago with 300k miles & she runs better than my Wife's new Ford Escape XLT non-hybrid. Bought mine here in Houston no rust, showroom condition. He kept in his garage. Cold A/C, No one ever sat in the rear seats, new tranny, new water pump, way too much to list on 32's, new cat, original beautiful tan paint/ black trim paint. New ignition system, OMG, I could go on & on. 4.3 Vortec is a nice runner. The Sunshield snaps easily in the stock tranny. I may sell it but she's still getting the sticker mpg. I've got some money in mine. Paid $3k for her

[@FireballMullet]

Thanks for all the info! Any idea where to get new foam for the bucket seats?

[@Donnach]

Post a video when you take the ZR2 off-road. Those were great straight off the assembly line 4x4's.

[@FireballMullet]

I will! There is an area near me I’d like to go

[@Donnach]

@@FireballMullet My mom is trying find one like she had bought new. My mechanic nephew convinced her to look for one with a solid body. I am telling her up the horse power and change over to e-Lockers

[@larryw5429]

Haven't seen one of them for at least 10 years.. They rotted away fast in Wisconsin!

[@nickywaggs8672]

Why did some of the Zr2 have automatic on the floor, and some were on the column.

[@ricardodanielrangellara7750]

I'm from Mexico, are those trucks still for sale in the USA? It is very rare to see them in my country and if they are, they are already very worn out by time.

[@DamonSmith-ui3lp]

I have a zr2 blazer with the 5 speed

[@alexgaribay7794]

Any updates on the blazer?

[@FireballMullet]

I do! I need to get a few of those videos out soon.

[@nedaCFilms]

Btw, 200,000 miles is only 1/3 through its life. These 4.3 Vortec engines run over 300,000 miles if maintained and taken care of 😉

[@BAGAKOOS]

Looks awesome. How much you paid for it? You don’t see too many of these for sale in decent condition nowadays. I’ve been looking at one that’s for sale, it’s just like yours but black and has about 150k miles, but they seem to be asking a lot for it. But they have done a lot of recent maintenance and part replacements including the door hinges lol I’ve been going back and forth for months debating on whether I should buy it or not.

[@rickmoore9840]

I've been wanting one of these for a while. I haven't watched the whole video yet but do u mind if I ask what u paid for it?? Thanks

[@Obsidian_Orange]

How much you want for the zr2?

[@filmart430]

Are these reliable?

[@BrunoWrangler]

Do a 4.3 turbo.... be a 4x4 Typhoon

[@FireballMullet]

That would be a cool setup!

[@johndoe-zd9lb]

Time too 6.2 swap it...lol

[@PA96704]

I want to cut the roof and make a camper out of one!