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  1. hardtrailz

    2006 Trailblazer

    New tranny mount is in. Took out a bunch of slop that had developed. Got the rear drilled n slotted rotors and new ceramic pads installed. Built some simple bolt on sway bar links for the front since I towed a lil enclosed trailer down to Lake Barkley and figured they might be helpful...
  2. hardtrailz

    2006 Trailblazer

    New rotors pads n ball joints Came upon a deal on a fairly rare cowl hood and since I always wanted one...it went on Did find my trans mount is shot and the rear brakes are now squeaking so more work soon.
  3. hardtrailz

    2006 Trailblazer

    2-9-14 Return to Badlands I went out for the day with 6 JKs. It was cold and solid ice under the snow, but fun. TB really impressed the people along. Everyone was 35s or 37 inch tires and at least one locker. My tires did amazing and managed every climb first try even when dual lockered...
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    2006 Trailblazer

    Radflo Coilovers's In the front and new 35x12.5 Fierce Attitude tieres on 17x9 Black Rhino wheels... Spare Tire mounted n balanced
  5. hardtrailz

    2006 Trailblazer

    Replaced the failed Japan rear springs and spacers with Skyjacker 25 springs. Rear is 1 inch higher than front now. Old collasped springs New Springs Stance now... Re-installed the interior divider/cage thing that came with it when I bought it. Was done by American body co or something...
  6. hardtrailz

    2006 Trailblazer

    Spent the past weekend in George Washington National Forest. Great time wheeling and camping. Left IN Thursday night and returned on Sunday night. Found out I need some bumpstops pretty badly and the rear coils are not up to the task and will be replaced since they collapsed on themselves...
  7. hardtrailz

    2006 Trailblazer

    From BartonMD... "Not done yet, but here's a sneak peek... Still needs some gussets on the tire carrier, and little stuff here and there, but a teaser pic: Real class 4 receiver that I wouldn't have a problem towing a car trailer or camper with, and/or using a load-distributing hitch with...
  8. hardtrailz

    2006 Trailblazer

    As of now I have some parts to hopefully get some upgrades done this month. New 315-70-17 Treadwright Guard Dogs New 17x9 Pro Comp 6032 wheels New Lug Nuts and Locks 30,000 mile 4.10 geared front diff from SS 20,000 mile 4.10 geared 14 bolt from SS Used Open carrier for 14 bolt w new timken...
  9. hardtrailz

    2006 Trailblazer

    Bumper is back from powdercoat. Pics dont do it justice... Some pics with the bumper and the folding hitch spare and trasharoo setup. Couple weeks ago at Badlands...
  10. hardtrailz

    2006 Trailblazer

    It does get used. I drive it to and from trails and all over the countryside exploring. It has been to George Washington National Forest in VA a few times, WindRock TN, Badlands in Attica, IN, Redbird near Dugger, IN, and lots of other places. It always surprises people and takes good care of...
  11. hardtrailz

    2006 Trailblazer

    Now it needed armor... Steel Oil Pan skid, Radiator skid from MDB Fab plus cut and remounted the rear brushguard Folding Tire Carrier- has different now, but still similar And the front bumper had lots of fun for awhile. Tried a tube one, made first plate one, then another and another...
  12. hardtrailz

    2006 Trailblazer

    Bought used in early 2009... Put a Thule basket on basically right away, but stock otherwise. Promised it would stay that way as well.... Then MarkMC 2.5 inch lift w Bilstien HD's all around and some 265-70-17 Silent Armors and front and rear brushguards Then 2 inch body lift which...
  13. hardtrailz

    What portable air are you using in your rig?

    I got that one as well. Picked it up when Amazon had the screw up and it was dirt cheap. Good unit though. I also have the old MV-50 that did well for years.
  14. hardtrailz

    I'm getting the itch...

    I guess i should try HNF. i was under the impression that all the decent stuff was closed and it was all gravel or pavement these days.
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    I'm getting the itch...

    Just strap them in and go. I loved that age for mine. Easily amused and would just ride along with some pretzels and a sippy cup. I do wish we had more dirt roads around here like I did in FL. Gravel and finding bridges and creek crossings is pretty good entertainment though.
  16. hardtrailz

    Indiana Members, check in here.

    35, married, 2.5 kids(one is still cooking), work for INDOT doing Real Estate. Primary rig is a 2006 Trailblazer, but also have a 91 Burban, 93 V8 ZJ, 88 S-10 of the 4x4 flavor. The fleet is rounded out by a 2005 Grand Caravan, 2009, Chevy Traverse, and a 2002 Chevy Impala. I am down SE in...
  17. hardtrailz

    Anyone in Indiana?

    Down in SE Indiana here.
  18. hardtrailz

    Winch options

    They make winch specific ones if you do have to put something in-line, but there is no reason to.