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502ms · 07-21-2013, 08:32 AM

Well, let me tell you, I'm approximately at 425HP based on mods and my butt dyno. It is amazing what these LSx motors are capable of. I think I will try to get it dyno'd in the next week or so, and go from there.

The fun factor is at a 10/10. Fuel economy has doubled (10/10). HP/TQ - same (10/10). Spending the same money to do this with a crate 383 or even 572 - like I told Xeen yesterday....you come out ahead with the LSx swap, bang for buck!
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SeTx67 · 07-21-2013, 10:31 AM

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Very nice.

Thanks

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Originally Posted by Claytona08

Man I'll be glad when I have some project pictures!

Looking good!

I bet. Thanks

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Originally Posted by 502ms

Well, let me tell you, I'm approximately at 425HP based on mods and my butt dyno. It is amazing what these LSx motors are capable of. I think I will try to get it dyno'd in the next week or so, and go from there.

The fun factor is at a 10/10. Fuel economy has doubled (10/10). HP/TQ - same (10/10). Spending the same money to do this with a crate 383 or even 572 - like I told Xeen yesterday....you come out ahead with the LSx swap, bang for buck!
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After owning several ls based vehicle's I don't think I ever want anything else. If maintained and setup properly they will last a while and make good power all while getting decent mpg's.

I hope mine turns out to be a 10/10

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SeTx67 · 07-22-2013, 11:46 AM

Hole is patched where the whip antenna used to be

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502ms · 07-22-2013, 02:31 PM

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Originally Posted by SeTx67

Thanks

After owning several ls based vehicle's I don't think I ever want anything else. If maintained and setup properly they will last a while and make good power all while getting decent mpg's.

I hope mine turns out to be a 10/10

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I agree. Phenomenal. I'm now keeping my eyes peeled for the next LSx swap candidate.
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SeTx67 · 08-07-2013, 09:10 PM

Small update. Center vent hole is cut

I made some changes to how I wanted a few interior pieces painted. Hopefully it will turn out nice
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ksbrktracer · 08-08-2013, 12:04 AM

I like where this is going .....!

Claytona08 · 08-08-2013, 09:00 AM

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i like where this is going .....!

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SeTx67 · 08-08-2013, 11:46 AM

Tbanks guys. I wish it was going faster but this month is the wifes birthday and our anniversary so mod money is non existent

Thoughts on painting the "CHEVROLET" in the tail gate a contrasting color? Most likely black since that will be the theme on the interior. Here's a pic for reference

chicksdigit · 08-08-2013, 12:36 PM

Can't wait to see this engine swap
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Xeen · 08-08-2013, 12:58 PM

I really like the truck as it is but it's your truck so you should style it to your own tastes.

502ms · 08-08-2013, 06:25 PM

Black would make the most sense
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SeTx67 · 08-08-2013, 07:50 PM

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Can't wait to see this engine swap
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Me either. I'm hoping to order some of the fuel system components in the next few days. Nothing big until after August though

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I really like the truck as it is but it's your truck so you should style it to your own tastes.

I like it as is for the most part. I'm just looking to make a few minor changes to make it my own. It will stay subtle, simple and clean though

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Black would make the most sense
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That's what I was thinking also. I have a friend that's going to photoshop it for me when he has some spare time. Either way it won't happen for a few months
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Claytona08 · 08-13-2013, 08:52 AM

I think painting the lettering black would add a nice touch to the tailgate.

STOCKISH · 08-13-2013, 09:07 AM

Sweet truck. I like where this is headed.

SeTx67 · 08-13-2013, 12:12 PM

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I think painting the lettering black would add a nice touch to the tailgate.

I'll probably do it when I have the gas cap shaved. That will be a few months at least. Still waiting on a friend to photoshop it for me

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Sweet truck. I like where this is headed.

Thanks. It's hit a small stall with everything else going on this month. I should get the truck back this weekend from my painter and I'll be able to put most of the interior back together
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Xeen · 08-13-2013, 12:15 PM

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Originally Posted by SeTx67

I should get the truck back this weekend from my painter and I'll be able to put most of the interior back together

Sweet I can't wait to see some pics.

SeTx67 · 08-13-2013, 12:25 PM

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Sweet I can't wait to see some pics.

Me either. I'm hoping to pick it up on my way home from work on Friday. I'll have to move the ls2 out of the way so I can get the truck in the garage first though. The delivery company wanted to leave it in the driveway so I guess I'm lucky it's sitting right inside the garage door
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SeTx67 · 08-13-2013, 09:58 PM

In the paint booth

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SeTx67 · 08-13-2013, 10:22 PM

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Xeen · 08-13-2013, 10:28 PM

I know you probably didn't think about it but it would have been a good opertunity to have him weld up the center speaker hole on the top of the dash while he was at it.

SeTx67 · 08-13-2013, 10:31 PM

Honestly no I didn't. I still don't even know what I want to do for audio yet. Either way the truck will go back in for other work later
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Claytona08 · 08-14-2013, 08:56 AM

I'll be glad when I see my truck at this stage! Looking good

**STP67-72** · 08-15-2013, 11:34 AM

Truck was looking good a couple days ago. He was working his ass off on it. I guess it's painted by now. Isn't the ls2s 400 hr from the factory. I think that's what my tbss is. Good luck with swap.
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darkhorse970 · 08-15-2013, 12:27 PM

I'm in for the ride!
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SeTx67 · 08-15-2013, 02:29 PM

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Truck was looking good a couple days ago. He was working his ass off on it. I guess it's painted by now. Isn't the ls2s 400 hr from the factory. I think that's what my tbss is. Good luck with swap.
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He been pretty busy with it the last few days. He had a issue with the paint yesterday so he has to sand it back down and spray it again. I guess the paint was trying to dry faster than he could get it sprayed and he wasn't happy with the outcome. I don't mind waiting longer if it's done right. Gotta give him credit for being straight up with me and telling me about issues I probably would've never known about. Class act on his part.

The ls2 is either rated at 395 or 400. I can't remember. This motor came out of a tbss so I'm familiar with it which will help during the swap.

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I'm in for the ride!
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Awesome. Pull up a seat, grab a cold drink and some poocorn. It may be a long one if I ever truly call it finished

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07-21-2013, 08:32 AM	#51
502ms Registered User Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 1,523	Re: My first C10-LS2/4L70E swap Well, let me tell you, I'm approximately at 425HP based on mods and my butt dyno. It is amazing what these LSx motors are capable of. I think I will try to get it dyno'd in the next week or so, and go from there. The fun factor is at a 10/10. Fuel economy has doubled (10/10). HP/TQ - same (10/10). Spending the same money to do this with a crate 383 or even 572 - like I told Xeen yesterday....you come out ahead with the LSx swap, bang for buck! Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Best Regards, Leon M. Instagram: @TheDirtyDianah Bagged \| 6.0L LS \| T-56 (6-Speed Manual) \| Turbo Burnout/Rolling Video: Chevy C10 Stepside 6.0L LSx & 6-Speed Manual

07-22-2013, 11:46 AM	#53
SeTx67 Registered User Join Date: May 2013 Location: Lumberton, TX Posts: 795	Re: My first C10-LS2/4L70E swap Hole is patched where the whip antenna used to be Posted via Mobile Device

08-07-2013, 09:10 PM	#55
SeTx67 Registered User Join Date: May 2013 Location: Lumberton, TX Posts: 795	Re: My first C10-LS2/4L70E swap Small update. Center vent hole is cut I made some changes to how I wanted a few interior pieces painted. Hopefully it will turn out nice Posted via Mobile Device

08-08-2013, 12:04 AM	#56
ksbrktracer TNT-MOTORSPORTS Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: TULSA OKLAHOMA Posts: 2,692	Re: My first C10-LS2/4L70E swap I like where this is going .....!

08-08-2013, 11:46 AM	#58
SeTx67 Registered User Join Date: May 2013 Location: Lumberton, TX Posts: 795	Re: My first C10-LS2/4L70E swap Tbanks guys. I wish it was going faster but this month is the wifes birthday and our anniversary so mod money is non existent Thoughts on painting the "CHEVROLET" in the tail gate a contrasting color? Most likely black since that will be the theme on the interior. Here's a pic for reference

08-08-2013, 12:36 PM	#59
chicksdigit Registered User Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Lemoore California Posts: 75	Re: My first C10-LS2/4L70E swap Can't wait to see this engine swap Posted via Mobile Device

08-08-2013, 12:58 PM	#60
Xeen Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Topeka Kansas Posts: 2,655	Re: My first C10-LS2/4L70E swap I really like the truck as it is but it's your truck so you should style it to your own tastes. __________________ Please call me Brian. Check out My 1972 SWB Fleetside 5.3L Vortec Restomod Build

08-08-2013, 06:25 PM	#61
502ms Registered User Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 1,523	Re: My first C10-LS2/4L70E swap Black would make the most sense Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Best Regards, Leon M. Instagram: @TheDirtyDianah Bagged \| 6.0L LS \| T-56 (6-Speed Manual) \| Turbo Burnout/Rolling Video: Chevy C10 Stepside 6.0L LSx & 6-Speed Manual

08-13-2013, 08:52 AM	#63
Claytona08 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Silsbee Tx. Posts: 880	Re: My first C10-LS2/4L70E swap I think painting the lettering black would add a nice touch to the tailgate. __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=580955 http://youtu.be/JYoQJYTXKqI 1984 Chevrolet Scottsdale C10 "Project Platinum C10" 1971 Chevrolet Chevelle "Project Car"

08-13-2013, 09:07 AM	#64
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08-13-2013, 09:58 PM	#68
SeTx67 Registered User Join Date: May 2013 Location: Lumberton, TX Posts: 795	Re: My first C10-LS2/4L70E swap In the paint booth Posted via Mobile Device

08-13-2013, 10:22 PM	#69
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08-13-2013, 10:28 PM	#70
Xeen Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Topeka Kansas Posts: 2,655	Re: My first C10-LS2/4L70E swap I know you probably didn't think about it but it would have been a good opertunity to have him weld up the center speaker hole on the top of the dash while he was at it. __________________ Please call me Brian. Check out My 1972 SWB Fleetside 5.3L Vortec Restomod Build

08-13-2013, 10:31 PM	#71
SeTx67 Registered User Join Date: May 2013 Location: Lumberton, TX Posts: 795	Re: My first C10-LS2/4L70E swap Honestly no I didn't. I still don't even know what I want to do for audio yet. Either way the truck will go back in for other work later Posted via Mobile Device

08-14-2013, 08:56 AM	#72
Claytona08 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Silsbee Tx. Posts: 880	Re: My first C10-LS2/4L70E swap I'll be glad when I see my truck at this stage! Looking good __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=580955 http://youtu.be/JYoQJYTXKqI 1984 Chevrolet Scottsdale C10 "Project Platinum C10" 1971 Chevrolet Chevelle "Project Car"



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08-15-2013, 11:34 AM	#73
STP67-72 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: PORT NECHES, TEXAS / USA Posts: 1,664	Re: My first C10-LS2/4L70E swap Truck was looking good a couple days ago. He was working his ass off on it. I guess it's painted by now. Isn't the ls2s 400 hr from the factory. I think that's what my tbss is. Good luck with swap. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 55 Chevy original swb (big back window) 61 Chevy bubble top (427-5 speed) 67 Chevy stepside (Krusty) 68 Chevy swb fleet (Lola) 68 Chevy swb fleet 71 Chevy swb fleet ( future PB project) 97 crew cab power stroke 07 SS Trail blazer

08-15-2013, 12:27 PM	#74
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