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doc74021 · 10-06-2018, 12:13 PM

I started looking for one of these trucks a couple months ago and found this one. I ended up getting it for $1200 with a rod knocking.

doc74021 · 10-06-2018, 12:18 PM

Right now my plan is to pull the motor and replace it with a crate motor and have the transmission rebuilt.

**Palf70Step** · 10-07-2018, 08:31 AM

Nice truck! Looks like solid bones to begin a project

**Mr_Rich** · 10-07-2018, 09:44 PM

Seems to me you created extra work for yourself by removing the radiator support. There's plenty of room to work otherwise. I swapped my engine out five years ago. I had the truck up on jackstands and Rhino ramps and I did the work myself. It looks like you have a solid truck to start your project. Good luck!

Stormin08 · 10-09-2018, 12:17 AM

i just installed this, i wish i would have pulled my core support.

i didnt need to be, but it would have been an easier access.

doc74021 · 10-09-2018, 06:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Stormin08

i just installed this, i wish i would have pulled my core support.

i didnt need to be, but it would have been an easier access.

Good looking motor. Honestly it took me an extra hour to remove the core support but the amount of room it opened up would have been worth 3 hours.

mikebte · 10-09-2018, 10:18 AM

Thats a fun looking truck, should be a sweet ride when done.
What create engine are you going with?

doc74021 · 10-09-2018, 11:15 AM

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Originally Posted by mikebte

Thats a fun looking truck, should be a sweet ride when done.
What create engine are you going with?

I went with this one from summit. It has a 3 year unlimited mile warranty.

**Mr_Rich** · 10-09-2018, 12:42 PM

That engine looks like it has Vortec heads. The pic of your engine looks like TBI. I see a problem, but I hope not. Take a good look at your intake manifold unless you have another plan we're not in on.

doc74021 · 10-09-2018, 12:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Mr_Rich

That engine looks like it has Vortec heads. The pic of your engine looks like TBI. I see a problem, but I hope not. Take a good look at your intake manifold unless you have another plan we're not in on.

My truck is a 1990. Factory TBI. I am leaving the engine stock for the gas mileage because I am going to make it a daily driver. Not vortec though. That’s 95.

**Mr_Rich** · 10-09-2018, 01:24 PM

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Originally Posted by doc74021

My truck is a 1990. Factory TBI. I am leaving the engine stock for the gas mileage because I am going to make it a daily driver. Not vortec though. That’s 95.

I_think_you_missed_my_point. The engine you have pictured has Vortec heads which are incompatible with your TBI manifold. Am I wrong or is there another plan?

doc74021 · 10-09-2018, 01:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Mr_Rich

I_think_you_missed_my_point. The engine you have pictured has Vortec heads which are incompatible with your TBI manifold. Am I wrong or is there another plan?

Oh okay. They are just center bolt valve cover. Not vortec heads.

rpmerf · 10-09-2018, 01:57 PM

Here is the engine in the image:

https://www.summitracing.com/parts/vre-350g8795

Claims to be a direct replacement for many 87-95 vehicles. They switched to Vortec in 96, right? I assumed that is why this engine is listed as 87-95?

**Mr_Rich** · 10-09-2018, 09:55 PM

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Originally Posted by rpmerf

Here is the engine in the image:

https://www.summitracing.com/parts/vre-350g8795

Claims to be a direct replacement for many 87-95 vehicles. They switched to Vortec in 96, right? I assumed that is why this engine is listed as 87-95?

Look closely at those heads in the lifter valley. Those are Vortec heads and won't work with your TBI manifold. You better follow that up to make sure because when it's sitting beside your truck and you're trying to install the manifold it's, "Oh sh!t time". The two engine heads have totally different bolt arrangements.

mikebte · 10-09-2018, 11:44 PM

For sure get Summit on the horn.
Secondly you could try this

http://www.summitracing.com/parts/nal-12496821

Also check out http://www.tbichips.comfor tips.

Vortec will make for a great engine.

Stormin08 · 10-10-2018, 06:24 PM

i would call and confirm, i went with vortec as i knew i was swapping injection units...but my heads also have casting shapes on the ends of each heads...the pic is smooth, wich i thought were non vortec center bolts.

andyh1956 · 10-11-2018, 09:36 AM

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Originally Posted by rpmerf

Here is the engine in the image:

https://www.summitracing.com/parts/vre-350g8795

Claims to be a direct replacement for many 87-95 vehicles. They switched to Vortec in 96, right? I assumed that is why this engine is listed as 87-95?

Sure got a good review!

**hatzie** · 10-19-2018, 08:52 AM

You can use the 12496821 GMPP Vortec TBI intake but that's almost five Benjamins.

Stormin08 · 10-19-2018, 06:35 PM

prior to finding ( or even looking for a forum like this), i sold the edelbrock tbi intake with tbi and all for $150 bucks....didnt think anyone would want it, and when a guy called and offered i jumped

**special-K** · 11-05-2018, 08:30 AM

Why all this talk about Vortec heads vs TBI intake, etc? Why be so focused on a picture that could be generic when all the text from Summit states it is for TBI or carb and lists application for the years leading 'up to' 1996 when the Vortecs became standard? Do some people only look at pictures? Looks like he picked the right motor to me.

doc74021 · 11-06-2018, 04:34 PM

Motor runs like a champ. All put back together and fired up first time.

**Palf70Step** · 11-06-2018, 05:10 PM

Congrats. She looks good in there.

mikebte · 11-06-2018, 05:36 PM

Nice, should be a good long time runner.

doc74021 · 11-06-2018, 07:11 PM

Thanks guys. I think it will last a while as well.

mikelom · 11-28-2018, 02:40 AM

Congrats! Enjoy driving your new truck.

10-06-2018, 12:13 PM	#1
doc74021 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Nowata, Oklahoma Posts: 150	Just picked up this 1990 Chevy I started looking for one of these trucks a couple months ago and found this one. I ended up getting it for $1200 with a rod knocking. Attached Images

10-06-2018, 12:18 PM	#2
doc74021 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Nowata, Oklahoma Posts: 150	Re: Just picked up this 1990 Chevy Right now my plan is to pull the motor and replace it with a crate motor and have the transmission rebuilt. Attached Images

10-07-2018, 08:31 AM	#3
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 46,634	Re: Just picked up this 1990 Chevy Nice truck! Looks like solid bones to begin a project __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

10-07-2018, 09:44 PM	#4
Mr_Rich Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Location: Santa Maria, Calif. Posts: 781	Re: Just picked up this 1990 Chevy Seems to me you created extra work for yourself by removing the radiator support. There's plenty of room to work otherwise. I swapped my engine out five years ago. I had the truck up on jackstands and Rhino ramps and I did the work myself. It looks like you have a solid truck to start your project. Good luck! Attached Images __________________ 1989 K1500 Chev. EC Original owner; some of the aftermarket parts I've installed are Borla headers, Hypertech chip, Edelbrock water pump, and a Stillen rear disc brake conversion kit. 2009 Hummer H3T 3.7L 5M (sold) 1997 K2500 Chev. EC 7.4L/ 4L80E 2018 Dodge Ram 2500 HD R/C

10-09-2018, 12:17 AM	#5
Stormin08 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Moss Bluff, LA Posts: 381	Re: Just picked up this 1990 Chevy i just installed this, i wish i would have pulled my core support. i didnt need to be, but it would have been an easier access. Attached Images

10-09-2018, 10:18 AM	#7
mikebte Registered User Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Tucson, AZ Posts: 639	Re: Just picked up this 1990 Chevy Thats a fun looking truck, should be a sweet ride when done. What create engine are you going with?

10-09-2018, 12:42 PM	#9
Mr_Rich Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Location: Santa Maria, Calif. Posts: 781	Re: Just picked up this 1990 Chevy That engine looks like it has Vortec heads. The pic of your engine looks like TBI. I see a problem, but I hope not. Take a good look at your intake manifold unless you have another plan we're not in on. __________________ 1989 K1500 Chev. EC Original owner; some of the aftermarket parts I've installed are Borla headers, Hypertech chip, Edelbrock water pump, and a Stillen rear disc brake conversion kit. 2009 Hummer H3T 3.7L 5M (sold) 1997 K2500 Chev. EC 7.4L/ 4L80E 2018 Dodge Ram 2500 HD R/C

10-09-2018, 01:57 PM	#13
rpmerf Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Parkville, MD Posts: 1,024	Re: Just picked up this 1990 Chevy Here is the engine in the image: https://www.summitracing.com/parts/vre-350g8795 Claims to be a direct replacement for many 87-95 vehicles. They switched to Vortec in 96, right? I assumed that is why this engine is listed as 87-95? __________________ 1970 C20 Custom Camper - 350, TH350 1997 GMC Suburban 1994 Acura Integra GSR 1987 Dodge Daytona Shelby Z

10-09-2018, 11:44 PM	#15
mikebte Registered User Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Tucson, AZ Posts: 639	Re: Just picked up this 1990 Chevy For sure get Summit on the horn. Secondly you could try this http://www.summitracing.com/parts/nal-12496821 Also check out http://www.tbichips.comfor tips. Vortec will make for a great engine.

10-10-2018, 06:24 PM	#16
Stormin08 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Moss Bluff, LA Posts: 381	Re: Just picked up this 1990 Chevy i would call and confirm, i went with vortec as i knew i was swapping injection units...but my heads also have casting shapes on the ends of each heads...the pic is smooth, wich i thought were non vortec center bolts.

10-19-2018, 08:52 AM	#18
hatzie Moderator Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Wentworth, NH Posts: 4,912	Re: Just picked up this 1990 Chevy You can use the 12496821 GMPP Vortec TBI intake but that's almost five Benjamins. __________________ 1959 M35A2 LDT465-1D SOLD 1967 Dodge W200 B383, NP420/NP201 SOLD 1969 Dodge Polara 500 B383, A833 SOLD 1972 Ford F250 FE390, NP435/NP205 SOLD 1976 Chevy K20, 6.5L, NV4500/NP208 SOLD 1986 M1008 CUCV SOLD 2000 GMC C2500, TD6.5L, NV4500 2005 Chevy Silverado LS 2500HD 6.0L 4L80E/NP263 2009 Impala SS LS4 V8 RTFM... GM Parts Books, GM Schematics, GM service manuals, and GM training materials... 1973-1991 GM Light Truck Service, Unit/Overhaul, Wiring Manuals, Parts Books and Some 1968-1999 GM Service Training textbooks in PDF 1988-1998 GMT400 CK service manual project 1988-1993 GMT400 CK parts books. 1967-1972 GM Light, Medium, & Heavy Truck Service Manuals in PDF Please include at least the year and model in your threads. It'll be easier to answer your questions. And please let us know if and how your repairs were successful.

10-19-2018, 06:35 PM	#19
Stormin08 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Moss Bluff, LA Posts: 381	Re: Just picked up this 1990 Chevy prior to finding ( or even looking for a forum like this), i sold the edelbrock tbi intake with tbi and all for $150 bucks....didnt think anyone would want it, and when a guy called and offered i jumped

11-05-2018, 08:30 AM	#20
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,863	Re: Just picked up this 1990 Chevy Why all this talk about Vortec heads vs TBI intake, etc? Why be so focused on a picture that could be generic when all the text from Summit states it is for TBI or carb and lists application for the years leading 'up to' 1996 when the Vortecs became standard? Do some people only look at pictures? Looks like he picked the right motor to me. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

11-06-2018, 04:34 PM	#21
doc74021 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Nowata, Oklahoma Posts: 150	Re: Just picked up this 1990 Chevy Motor runs like a champ. All put back together and fired up first time. Attached Images

11-06-2018, 05:10 PM	#22
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 46,634	Re: Just picked up this 1990 Chevy Congrats. She looks good in there. __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!



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11-06-2018, 05:36 PM	#23
mikebte Registered User Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Tucson, AZ Posts: 639	Re: Just picked up this 1990 Chevy Nice, should be a good long time runner.

11-06-2018, 07:11 PM	#24
doc74021 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Nowata, Oklahoma Posts: 150	Re: Just picked up this 1990 Chevy Thanks guys. I think it will last a while as well.

11-28-2018, 02:40 AM	#25
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