Budget Square Body Build with Gen IV LS power
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I did a thread years ago on a budget build ls swap for the 67-72 trucks http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=517347
Now its time to put into action everything I have learned over the years. My dad found this truck for cheap on his way to the lake. It has a SBC and turbo 350 with A/C. Everything is worn out and he wants to daily driver. I now prefer the Gen IV drivetrains due to the much better 6 speed transmission. These have a 4.1 first gear instead of the 3.1 in the 4l60E. They handle good power and will shift up to .300 of a second. We acquired a 2012 5.3 LMG engine and 6L80E 2wd transmission. I have done a handful of gen iv swaps on muscle cars and early trucks. The power is incredible and the ability to roast the tires at will is awesome with stock un-modified engines. This truck will even have cruise control, tap shift, and a/c control all through the Gen iv computer. Attachment 1709133 |
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The engine mounts are a new design. These give great clearance for headers and use a modern hydraulic filled rubber mount to make a smooth running engine.
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Cab and body off. My dad will do as much as the work as possible to keep cost down. The entire build included the cost of the truck should be under 10K.
2900$ for the engine and transmission 1800$ for the truck 200$ powder coat the chassis 200$ fuel tank and new pump Attachment 1709208 Frame shortened and power coated Attachment 1709209 |
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Engine and trans fitted.
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Man, Yall ain't jokin'! Are you gonna delete the dod?
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Nice! Keep it up!
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Very cool, tagging along. Good idea on the engine mounts!
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Hopefully test fire it tomorrow 😊
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I’ll follow
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https://youtu.be/mMSOzuGpyiw
[youtube]mMSOzuGpyiw[/youtube] Successful first start! Anyone know how to embed a YouTube video? |
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Congratulations on the first start. Everything is looking very good.
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Ok.. I'm following along as I have a 78 2WD Blazer I think I may do a budget swap on...
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That engine seems to sit pretty far forward, Did you have to do that for trans tunnel clearance ?
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It is standard position. Same as our last swap |
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Do you have plans to brace the frame? |
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Good point. My dad will probably weld it up to help stop any flex
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More progress. LS3 exhaust manifold fit nicely
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Do you have a PN for the motor mount you used?
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Update nice build
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