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Str8Ugly · 12-31-2008, 05:58 PM

ok awsome... so all i need is 350 motor mounts.. sweet thanks

87Lowrider · 01-01-2009, 12:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Str8Ugly

ok awsome... so all i need is 350 motor mounts.. sweet thanks

I think the 454 and 350 mounts are the same part number, they were identical. I held them up next to each other before I swapped them. You'll have to put those pieces back in that the mounts mount to. Good Luck!

**Captkaos** · 01-03-2009, 01:14 AM

350 and 454 mounts are the same, there is nothing special to get a BBC in a 1/2T truck.

andrewmp6 · 01-17-2009, 10:58 PM

Pretty much anything gm big block and small block mounts are the same thing.The running hot problem you had is common on these big block trucks gm used a too small radiator most put a diesel one on or go aftermarket.

87Lowrider · 01-18-2009, 11:36 PM

I put a Be-Cool aluminum one in and electric fans, works great now!

Kenny

schoolfire · 03-10-2009, 12:35 AM

Wow! Nice truck! Id like to see some video of this bad boy in action.

CTENTA1 · 03-10-2009, 11:42 PM

That's nice. Its like they say "no power like BIG BLOCK power"

87Lowrider · 03-11-2009, 10:36 AM

Thanks for the kind words guys!

It's "Cheap" Horsepower!

Although, mine was anything but cheap!

And, it's still not done!

Kenny

87Lowrider · 03-15-2009, 09:10 PM

Replaced stock push rods with new Comp Cams...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=560iXjyBWCs&feature...

d10s69c10 · 03-15-2009, 10:53 PM

sounds great man. are you using a gear drive?

schoolfire · 03-15-2009, 11:44 PM

Sounds awesome.

... I was all excited cause I thought you were gonna juice the throttle... maybe next time?

87Lowrider · 03-16-2009, 08:06 AM

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Originally Posted by d10s69c10

sounds great man. are you using a gear drive?

No, it's just that vid cam is very sensitive so it makes the engine sound louder than it really is. It's a Comp Cams timing set though.

If you go backwards in the thread you'll see another vid of the engine running where the "sewing machine" is a lot louder prior to the work done this weekend. That was the goal, to quiet the engine noise some and get it oiling better. Which we accomplished.

Now, it's time to go break something!!

schoolfire: someday soon!!

Kenny

87Lowrider · 04-16-2009, 07:34 AM

Here's a recent pic of the truck just out of the paint booth.

Kenny

cable666guy · 04-17-2009, 12:43 AM

Like this alot. The pinstripe sets it off nicely. Good job!

MIB · 05-21-2009, 02:39 PM

Nice truck

87Lowrider · 06-06-2009, 02:56 PM

Thanks guys!!

It's a great hobby!

Ken

BigRedSled1985 · 06-06-2009, 03:31 PM

ken, i just read through this thread, all four pages worth, and i gotta say, your dedication and perseverance through the little bumps and small irritating stuff really is great! and the reward... WOW!!! that engine sounds mean and nasty just sitting there, i would love to hear a quick "fly-by" or "down-the-road" type of vid to hear that beauty changing gears and scaring the old ladies of your neighborhood!

very great write up on a great project, I only hope when the time comes that my truck ends up as nice as yours!

shaun

87Lowrider · 06-07-2009, 01:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BigRedSled1985

ken, i just read through this thread, all four pages worth, and i gotta say, your dedication and perseverance through the little bumps and small irritating stuff really is great! and the reward... WOW!!! that engine sounds mean and nasty just sitting there, i would love to hear a quick "fly-by" or "down-the-road" type of vid to hear that beauty changing gears and scaring the old ladies of your neighborhood!

very great write up on a great project, I only hope when the time comes that my truck ends up as nice as yours!

shaun

I'll see what I can about scaring the neighbors for ya... Thanks!

Stay tuned...

70stroker · 06-17-2009, 09:09 PM

wow man is it bad i love your truck way more than mine? Looks amazing, my favorite ride on this board.

87Lowrider · 06-21-2009, 08:51 AM

70Stroker - i read through your thread too... your's is pretty nasty too!!!

ttjordan25 · 07-16-2009, 09:40 AM

LOVE THE TRUCK!!!!!! What kind of wheels are those??

87Lowrider · 07-16-2009, 10:43 AM

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Originally Posted by ttjordan25

LOVE THE TRUCK!!!!!! What kind of wheels are those??

Thanks!!

They are 20" American Racing - Torq Thrust II's

Kenny

ttjordan25 · 07-16-2009, 01:30 PM

Where did you find them in a 20"? I've only been able to find 17's, and did they bolt right up without and modifications to the hub or spacers?

ttjordan25 · 07-16-2009, 03:23 PM

also what drop setup do you have on your 87. I'm looking for about the same stance, but am having trouble figuring out if i shoud go with drop spindles or dropped tube control arms (DJM)?

87Lowrider · 07-16-2009, 08:17 PM

I bought them from a board member, but you can order them from tirerack.com or summitracing.com but they are special orders so it takes a few weeks to get them.

The stance is static. Bags soon, but for now, it's got a flip in the rear with shock extenders, 2 1/2" drop spindles up front and 1 coil removed from the springs. Rubs a bit on fender wells but not that bad.

Kenny

12-31-2008, 05:58 PM	#76
Str8Ugly Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Carthage, Texas Posts: 81	Re: Prepping for a BBC conversion ok awsome... so all i need is 350 motor mounts.. sweet thanks

01-03-2009, 01:14 AM	#78
Captkaos www.73-87chevytrucks.com Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Birmingham, AL Posts: 6,935	Re: Prepping for a BBC conversion 350 and 454 mounts are the same, there is nothing special to get a BBC in a 1/2T truck. __________________ Chris Lucas 1973 Chevy C-10 1978 GMC Jimmy (2WD) - SOLD 1987 R10 twin turbo LS 1991 R3500 SRW CrewCab 1985 K5 diesel swapped project 1989 K5 2WD conversion w/ Vette susp Project Captkaos Customs 73-87chevytrucks.com

01-17-2009, 10:58 PM	#79
andrewmp6 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Louisville,Ky Posts: 5,811	Re: Prepping for a BBC conversion Pretty much anything gm big block and small block mounts are the same thing.The running hot problem you had is common on these big block trucks gm used a too small radiator most put a diesel one on or go aftermarket.

01-18-2009, 11:36 PM	#80
87Lowrider Navy Radioman Veteran Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Western Kentucky Posts: 1,350	Re: Prepping for a BBC conversion I put a Be-Cool aluminum one in and electric fans, works great now! Kenny __________________ 1987 Chevrolet R10 Silverado BBC Build thread - SOLD 1986 GMC Sierra Classic - SOLD 1957 Chevy Step Side - At the Body Shop Daily Driver; 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 4x4 Z71 Stepside

03-10-2009, 12:35 AM	#81
schoolfire Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Vancouver, Wa Posts: 34	Re: Prepping for a BBC conversion Wow! Nice truck! Id like to see some video of this bad boy in action. __________________ Lots of rusty but trusty... 1978 Jimmy, 1979 K1500, 1980 C10, 1955 Belair, 1971 Camaro

03-10-2009, 11:42 PM	#82
CTENTA1 Registered 1971 K5 Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: SO.CEN.CAL Posts: 428	Re: Prepping for a BBC conversion That's nice. Its like they say "no power like BIG BLOCK power"

03-11-2009, 10:36 AM	#83
87Lowrider Navy Radioman Veteran Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Western Kentucky Posts: 1,350	Re: Prepping for a BBC conversion Thanks for the kind words guys! It's "Cheap" Horsepower! Although, mine was anything but cheap! And, it's still not done! Kenny __________________ 1987 Chevrolet R10 Silverado BBC Build thread - SOLD 1986 GMC Sierra Classic - SOLD 1957 Chevy Step Side - At the Body Shop Daily Driver; 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 4x4 Z71 Stepside Last edited by 87Lowrider; 03-11-2009 at 10:36 AM.

03-15-2009, 10:53 PM	#85
d10s69c10 Built 4 Speed Join Date: May 2008 Location: Geneva FL Posts: 619	Re: Prepping for a BBC conversion sounds great man. are you using a gear drive? __________________ 1969 C/10 Short Box: 496/T-56 in worx. "To Be Old And Wise, First You Must Be Young And Stupid"

03-15-2009, 11:44 PM	#86
schoolfire Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Vancouver, Wa Posts: 34	Re: Prepping for a BBC conversion Sounds awesome. ... I was all excited cause I thought you were gonna juice the throttle... maybe next time? __________________ Lots of rusty but trusty... 1978 Jimmy, 1979 K1500, 1980 C10, 1955 Belair, 1971 Camaro

04-16-2009, 07:34 AM	#88
87Lowrider Navy Radioman Veteran Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Western Kentucky Posts: 1,350	Re: Prepping for a BBC conversion Here's a recent pic of the truck just out of the paint booth. Kenny __________________ 1987 Chevrolet R10 Silverado BBC Build thread - SOLD 1986 GMC Sierra Classic - SOLD 1957 Chevy Step Side - At the Body Shop Daily Driver; 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 4x4 Z71 Stepside

04-17-2009, 12:43 AM	#89
cable666guy Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Willow Grove, PA Posts: 299	Re: Prepping for a BBC conversion Like this alot. The pinstripe sets it off nicely. Good job!

05-21-2009, 02:39 PM	#90
MIB Registered User Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: VA Beach, VA Posts: 1	Re: Prepping for a BBC conversion Nice truck

06-06-2009, 02:56 PM	#91
87Lowrider Navy Radioman Veteran Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Western Kentucky Posts: 1,350	Re: Prepping for a BBC conversion Thanks guys!! It's a great hobby! Ken __________________ 1987 Chevrolet R10 Silverado BBC Build thread - SOLD 1986 GMC Sierra Classic - SOLD 1957 Chevy Step Side - At the Body Shop Daily Driver; 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 4x4 Z71 Stepside

06-06-2009, 03:31 PM	#92
BigRedSled1985 Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Smiths, AL Posts: 20	Re: Prepping for a BBC conversion ken, i just read through this thread, all four pages worth, and i gotta say, your dedication and perseverance through the little bumps and small irritating stuff really is great! and the reward... WOW!!! that engine sounds mean and nasty just sitting there, i would love to hear a quick "fly-by" or "down-the-road" type of vid to hear that beauty changing gears and scaring the old ladies of your neighborhood! very great write up on a great project, I only hope when the time comes that my truck ends up as nice as yours! shaun __________________ 1985 C-10 CUSTOM DELUXE

06-17-2009, 09:09 PM	#94
70stroker Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: pittsburg kansas Posts: 894	Re: Prepping for a BBC conversion wow man is it bad i love your truck way more than mine? Looks amazing, my favorite ride on this board. __________________ 70 GMC build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=613130



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06-21-2009, 08:51 AM	#95
87Lowrider Navy Radioman Veteran Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Western Kentucky Posts: 1,350	Re: Prepping for a BBC conversion 70Stroker - i read through your thread too... your's is pretty nasty too!!! __________________ 1987 Chevrolet R10 Silverado BBC Build thread - SOLD 1986 GMC Sierra Classic - SOLD 1957 Chevy Step Side - At the Body Shop Daily Driver; 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 4x4 Z71 Stepside Last edited by 87Lowrider; 06-21-2009 at 08:53 AM.

07-16-2009, 09:40 AM	#96
ttjordan25 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Justin Texas Posts: 72	Re: Prepping for a BBC conversion LOVE THE TRUCK!!!!!! What kind of wheels are those??

07-16-2009, 01:30 PM	#98
ttjordan25 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Justin Texas Posts: 72	Re: Prepping for a BBC conversion Where did you find them in a 20"? I've only been able to find 17's, and did they bolt right up without and modifications to the hub or spacers?

07-16-2009, 03:23 PM	#99
ttjordan25 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Justin Texas Posts: 72	Re: Prepping for a BBC conversion also what drop setup do you have on your 87. I'm looking for about the same stance, but am having trouble figuring out if i shoud go with drop spindles or dropped tube control arms (DJM)?

07-16-2009, 08:17 PM	#100
87Lowrider Navy Radioman Veteran Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Western Kentucky Posts: 1,350	Re: Prepping for a BBC conversion I bought them from a board member, but you can order them from tirerack.com or summitracing.com but they are special orders so it takes a few weeks to get them. The stance is static. Bags soon, but for now, it's got a flip in the rear with shock extenders, 2 1/2" drop spindles up front and 1 coil removed from the springs. Rubs a bit on fender wells but not that bad. Kenny __________________ 1987 Chevrolet R10 Silverado BBC Build thread - SOLD 1986 GMC Sierra Classic - SOLD 1957 Chevy Step Side - At the Body Shop Daily Driver; 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 4x4 Z71 Stepside

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