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It's running. We had to replace the injection pump and now chasing down a few leaks. Other than that, it's coming along nicely.
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Its alive !!

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Olblue60...I just got a video of the beast running. My good friend Ryan (67_SS396) got her running for me. I am pretty excited....just gotta work a few bugs out and get her on the road!

Thanks Ryan for all your help bud!

I will post the video up later today. And many pictures to come soon!

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Here is the link to the video.......
http://s159.photobucket.com/albums/t...-24-31_531.mp4

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Looks good buddy. hope everything is going well for you. Later.

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aaahhhh.... the 6.2L clack clack clack clack. I love it!

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Sounds sweet! I know you are happier than anyone to hear that clatter. You have a good friend in 67 SS 396, but I don't have to tell you that. I hope that you havn't been to busy to vote for the suburban diesel on this months truck of the month !! :)


John

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Clint....we are doing pretty good down here bud, just finishing this last semester of school....and boy am I ready for that! How is things for you guys up North? Cold, Snow? Talk to you soon!

JBclassix, yes the clack, clack, clack is music to my ears right now!

John, I do love the clatter.....so far! I will go check the voting thread out!

Thanks for the words of encouragement on this process.

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the engine sounds great

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Update....Burb is running, just not driving quite yet. Gotta adjust the 700R4 tv cable, run exhaust and should be good to go.....

I built a auxiliary battery box and a front replacement bumper ( sorta winch style without the winch ). Still got to finish welding the bumper up and smooth/blend joints. I am hoping it looks good on there, but we shall see very soon. When I get it mounted, I will post more pics.....

I will also be posting more pics of swap process and other things changed on the burb. hope you fellas like the change!

Here are some pics of the unfinished bumper and aux. battery box.

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more Pics

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a few more......

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Dammit Tommy we need more pics :lol:
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How it be Gray? Haven't talked to you in a while! I will have more pics as soon as I get the rig back to the house. What have you been working on lately?

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Just building my Swb, check out my thread on how to build a truck out of junk
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An update....

Got the burb running and tranny adjusted out. Had new exhaust ran. Next thing will be to change springs out. I am taking off the Skyjacker 4 in spring lift, and putting about an 2 1/2 - 3 inch lift back on. I will then be selling the Skyjacker kit, which has about 10 miles on it, just a little high for this DD. I will then be replacing the entire front clip, with a 67 Chevy front end. Will add new aux battery tray and front replacement bumper as well.

In the pic, is my first trip to buy Diesel fuel. Those are 235/85/16's on the tank, and trying to decide to go up to 255/85/16's in the same tire, which is Cooper Discoverer ST's. Really like the tread, just not sure about size? Feel free to give opinion, because might help me decide.

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I think 285/75/16 wrapped on those skinny steels would look tough.
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Id love to see a before and after pic for the lifts. That would be awesome
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might be interested in the lift kit....

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I know the board wants me to post in for sale section, but really was just talking out loud about maybe selling it. I will PM you!

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Hey Tommy, how bout a side shot to see the rear axle centerline.

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Something about a 4x4 with tall skinny tires just gets me excited. Definately tough but classy and tasteful!

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Thanks man.....yeah, i really dig the tall skinney's! I think once i change the height a bit, it will look just right!

Clint, i should have springs changed out next week and will post more pics! Talk to u soon bud!
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Nah, need some 35-15.5/R 15's on it :metal::lol: Nice and fat.

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Glad to see you out driving it! What mufflers did you go with?
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Nice swap! Are you going to add a turbo? Gassers are ok for most but when you want to have it all then you step up to diesel. You can't tell I'm a diesel tech can you? Looks like a fairly straight forward swap. Close to the same dementions as a small block. I too like the 67-68 front clips especially the GMC's.

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If you decide to go with a turbo on that thing, I know someone with a complete setup.;)

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The Burb is looking good Tommy. I think I would like it a little lower too, but you know how short I am...:)

LockDoc

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Hey Ryan....I will give you a call tomorrow bud.

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Hey Leon....I think your right about the height.. You might be a little feller, but your big in my eyes...Good to hear from you bud. When you coming down south again? Talk to you later.

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Hey, did you use SBC perches and BBC mounts or did you do something different to get the 6.2L to fit?

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hey bud....I moved the engine cradle forward about 1 7/8in, mostly for the 700r4 swap, but it actually helped the motor fit very nicely. I basically mounted the 6.2 to the stock sbc chevy engine cradle with sbc engine mounts in between. Everything cleared very good. let me know if you have any more questions.

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Thank's bud! My bro wants to pull the 6.2L out of his dually and put it in his 71, so that helps! they both have SM465's so it will be cake!

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As a matter of fact we are headed to Houston for Thanksgiving. If we have time on the way back maybe I will give you a call and we can go somewhere and have a soda or bite to eat.

LockDoc

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Are you driving the Burb down here? :)

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I would love to Nate but I haven't got the wife talked into it yet. I mentioned it again the other day. No doubt in my mind it would make it OK...

LockDoc

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Any updates? Did you ever get some before and after pics?

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Awesome build so far, looking it all over for inspiration and information for my swap. I am swapping a 6.2 out of an 83 K20 into my 69 K20. Just picked up the donor truck today. The 83 has an automatic but my 69 has a 4spd. Wanted to swap the auto in but can't decide if it would be easier to just keep the 4spd and 205 and just bolt the 6.2 up as is. Would that work without having to move the tranny and transfer case? Any help would be appreciated. Thanks.

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I know I am a fast re-sponder...LOL I just started working on this rig again, a bit more major work this time. I am finally gonna pull this thing off the existing frame, building up another one that I got from LocDoc about 5 or 6 years ago...i know, I work fast! lol.....Got the new frame tore down, building custom gas tank hanger system, fuel filter bracket/skid plate for the 6.2, and then going to get it blasted and painted. Not sure why I went backwards, but I really want to make a nice rig out of this thing. I will post pics of all the work next week when I am back a the shop........

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Glad to see you back on it Dbear!