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oldblue1968chevy · 06-08-2013, 10:15 PM

Planning on trying to put a 4.8/5.3/6.0 (whatever I can get best deal on) in a 7-72 shortbed truck with factory crossmember. Before I make the frame all pretty what mounts should I use and with (your recommended mounts) do I need to drill non existing holes in the frame?

Pretty much what Im sayin is if I can get a good deal on powdercoat job I dont wana be drilling on it or something crazy like that.

What mounts do you recommend any why?

**truckdude239** · 06-08-2013, 11:01 PM

I used the dirty di go slinder mou ts got them prepowder coated for like 150 used the stock engine mount on it
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68c10airstream · 06-09-2013, 12:29 AM

Hi, i installed a 2001 5.3 in my 68 c10. I used the 2001 mounts for these reasons. back in the day gm made crappy mounts, (remember engines cabled to the frame to prevent uncontrolled acceleration?), replacement old style mounts from my local parts stores are sourced from india and are rock hard, newer vehicles are designed to address potential noise, vibration, and harshness, (nvh), so i made upside down "u" shaped perches with a thick plate welded to the "u". The cupped 2001 mount straddles the "u", has bolts to attach the mount to the "u" and this assembly bolts to the frame. I slotted the plate for forward and aft adjustment. This has helped me in these areas; headers have room around mount, low mount gm ac compressor clears (some aftermarket adapter plates had to be ground down to clear) and my engine doesn't feel like it is ridgidly mounted to the frame. Cheap to make, and no regrets, but did take some time. This was my overall take on the whole situation as i was a dealer mechanic for about 30 years Good luck, Brian Fuller

**truckdude239** · 06-09-2013, 12:45 AM

Lol we have the same last name Brian
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**oldman3** · 06-09-2013, 10:04 AM

airstream, could you throw up a couple pics of what you did...Jim

**nlped** · 06-09-2013, 03:02 PM

I used the CPP tubular stands, poly mounts and custom built adapter plates to place the engine in the appropriate location for my long tube TBSS headers. I also did add a CTSV oil pan so I won't have impact issues with the ground on my bagged '70 SWB.
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crazy longhorn · 06-09-2013, 11:00 PM

The Dirty dingo sliders may be the slickest set ....set em where you need em

For mine , I already have poly mounts on the 383, & plan to use them along with a set of Carshop brackets/stock stands. The engine is not done yet (need to lap the valves, replace seals & springs), so I cannot say on the fit as yet. There are many options, just consider all the parts on the build(eng placement,exhaust, ect). Eng placement 1st, then check the fit on the rest? Have fun, Longhorn

Jon01 · 06-10-2013, 07:54 AM

Stock stands, Ebay $30 adapter plates.

06-08-2013, 10:15 PM	#1
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	What mounts? Planning on trying to put a 4.8/5.3/6.0 (whatever I can get best deal on) in a 7-72 shortbed truck with factory crossmember. Before I make the frame all pretty what mounts should I use and with (your recommended mounts) do I need to drill non existing holes in the frame? Pretty much what Im sayin is if I can get a good deal on powdercoat job I dont wana be drilling on it or something crazy like that. What mounts do you recommend any why? __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

06-08-2013, 11:01 PM	#2
truckdude239 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Lewisville, Nc Posts: 10,217	Re: What mounts? I used the dirty di go slinder mou ts got them prepowder coated for like 150 used the stock engine mount on it Posted via Mobile Device __________________ David fuller Ase Certified Mechanic Click here to help support our board!! 1971 Chevy c-10 under going a 4.8l LSx swap Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=421305 2007 Honda Accord my daily 145kmiles 2002 Honda Accord 4 door With 330k(sisters car) 2005 toyota Avalon 228k( brothers car) 2002 Sububran 5.3 245k 2000 Tahoe 5.3l 378 General manager for Marco's Carwash & lube

06-09-2013, 12:29 AM	#3
68c10airstream Registered User Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Marquette michigan Posts: 828	Re: What mounts? Hi, i installed a 2001 5.3 in my 68 c10. I used the 2001 mounts for these reasons. back in the day gm made crappy mounts, (remember engines cabled to the frame to prevent uncontrolled acceleration?), replacement old style mounts from my local parts stores are sourced from india and are rock hard, newer vehicles are designed to address potential noise, vibration, and harshness, (nvh), so i made upside down "u" shaped perches with a thick plate welded to the "u". The cupped 2001 mount straddles the "u", has bolts to attach the mount to the "u" and this assembly bolts to the frame. I slotted the plate for forward and aft adjustment. This has helped me in these areas; headers have room around mount, low mount gm ac compressor clears (some aftermarket adapter plates had to be ground down to clear) and my engine doesn't feel like it is ridgidly mounted to the frame. Cheap to make, and no regrets, but did take some time. This was my overall take on the whole situation as i was a dealer mechanic for about 30 years Good luck, Brian Fuller

06-09-2013, 12:45 AM	#4
truckdude239 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Lewisville, Nc Posts: 10,217	Re: What mounts? Lol we have the same last name Brian Posted via Mobile Device __________________ David fuller Ase Certified Mechanic Click here to help support our board!! 1971 Chevy c-10 under going a 4.8l LSx swap Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=421305 2007 Honda Accord my daily 145kmiles 2002 Honda Accord 4 door With 330k(sisters car) 2005 toyota Avalon 228k( brothers car) 2002 Sububran 5.3 245k 2000 Tahoe 5.3l 378 General manager for Marco's Carwash & lube

06-09-2013, 10:04 AM	#5
oldman3 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: West Plains, Missouri Posts: 7,555	Re: What mounts? airstream, could you throw up a couple pics of what you did...Jim __________________ my build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=459839 Jimbo's long bed step build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...t=464626<br />

06-09-2013, 03:02 PM	#6
nlped Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Hayden, Al. Posts: 4,147	Re: What mounts? I used the CPP tubular stands, poly mounts and custom built adapter plates to place the engine in the appropriate location for my long tube TBSS headers. I also did add a CTSV oil pan so I won't have impact issues with the ground on my bagged '70 SWB. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Carter 1968 Chevy SWB Fleet... Walt 1963-1/2 Ford Falcon Futura...Martha

06-09-2013, 11:00 PM	#7
crazy longhorn Fabricate till you "puke" Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Ill Posts: 9,403	Re: What mounts? The Dirty dingo sliders may be the slickest set ....set em where you need em For mine , I already have poly mounts on the 383, & plan to use them along with a set of Carshop brackets/stock stands. The engine is not done yet (need to lap the valves, replace seals & springs), so I cannot say on the fit as yet. There are many options, just consider all the parts on the build(eng placement,exhaust, ect). Eng placement 1st, then check the fit on the rest? Have fun, Longhorn __________________ 69 longhorn,4" chop,3/5 drop, 1/2 ton suspension/disc brakes,1 1/2" body drop,steel tilt clip, 5.3/Edelbrock rpm intake/600 carb, Hooker streetrod shorties,2 1/2" exhaust/ H pipe/50's Flows , 6 spd Richmond trans,12 bolt/ 3.40 gears....

06-10-2013, 07:54 AM	#8
Jon01 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: West Des Moines, Iowa Posts: 450	Re: What mounts? Stock stands, Ebay $30 adapter plates.



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