Project Haggard!, super slow build up thread

[twangismythang]

Greetings all,
Just scored this 2000 Silverado with a knocking 4.8 for a mere 500 bucks.
I have a bit of experience working with older stuff, but just didn't want to get into 40 yr old rust and hours of drama.

Thought this would be a cool build up, plans are to swap out the 4.8 with a used 5.3. I don't know what that entails at the moment, but feel that I can pull it off.

Once running and road worthy, I would like to do a 3/4 drop and add some cooler wheels and tires and use it for daily driving purposes.

I plan to post a detailed list of the drama and upgrades as they take place and hope to get input and advise from other members.