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69face · 01-13-2010, 03:56 AM

started

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69face · 01-13-2010, 03:59 AM

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got a blower with all brackets off of craigslist
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Im cheap so I had to trim the frame a little to get the camaro drag headers to fit (also off of craigslist)

Thealien · 01-13-2010, 08:10 AM

nice start

STOCKISH · 01-13-2010, 09:03 AM

Sweet. Nice looking project.

78-5.3 · 01-13-2010, 09:50 AM

how are you mounting the blower??

69face · 01-13-2010, 12:27 PM

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Originally Posted by 78-5.3

how are you mounting the blower??

I'm mounting it with the brackets that would be used as if it were in a 2006 chevy truck

SBTork · 01-13-2010, 01:36 PM

awesome. What kind of supercharger is it?

69face · 01-13-2010, 04:25 PM

it says vortech, but i think it's a powerdyne with a vortech sticker

glock35ipsc · 01-15-2010, 01:59 PM

I had a Whipple on an 03 a few years back that I took off and sold when I sold the truck. Dumb, I wish I had kept it. I think it would look good under the hood of my 85. Now you have me cruizing CL and feebay to see what's available!!

Looking forward to seeing this one run!

menace121978 · 01-16-2010, 08:04 AM

i love it... genIII swaps popping up everyday!!

glock35ipsc · 01-16-2010, 12:16 PM

Me too!!

79gmc5.3 · 01-17-2010, 07:38 PM

You just started and you already have it sitting in the truck!!!!!! You guys are a hard act to follow

Looks great. Keep the pics coming........

v502 · 01-18-2010, 11:33 PM

Sweet nice start off love so see the blower on the truck keep the pic's coming

STOCKISH · 01-22-2010, 05:35 PM

Any updates?

69face · 01-22-2010, 10:50 PM

plenty of updates but no pictures because it's raining crazy here. I finished mounting the trans and have it bolted down. the headers are clearanced. the computer is back from the tuner. the fuel system is run up to the front. the oil, steam line, and coolant temp are all drilled and tapped.

69face · 03-18-2010, 11:54 PM

just a quick update and pic of progress. i'm putsing along! slowly but it'll be done inevitablely.

lownfast · 03-19-2010, 12:17 AM

what headers are you using?

69face · 03-19-2010, 12:30 AM

4th gen camaro headers. the driver header had to be cut and routed towards the inside of the frame (it was hitting the frame). also you must get the 1 inch set back generic brackets or the headers will hit the lower control arm (ask me how i know?)

lownfast · 03-19-2010, 09:26 AM

I'm using the eBay brackets on my motor, from what I've seen they are the one inch back brackets.

69face · 03-19-2010, 06:56 PM

a little more updates i got done this morning and pics. the charger us just mounted, but i think im missing a bracket

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69face · 03-23-2010, 02:11 AM

i finished the harness and will set it on the motor tomorrow. hopefully i can get it running before the end of the week. here are a few pics.
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v502 · 03-23-2010, 03:57 AM

Looking great

I would suggest going inter-cooled if its possible it keep AIT low but besides that it looks awesome.

thump16 · 03-23-2010, 08:06 AM

You putting 5.3 swaps in both your silver and black trucks?

69face · 03-23-2010, 02:07 PM

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You putting 5.3 swaps in both your silver and black trucks?

The light blue truck is my buddies. I'm putting one in my black truck, 67 camaro, and my little brothers 74 pickup right now.

silvereagle07 · 03-23-2010, 03:41 PM

You are a busy man!

01-13-2010, 03:56 AM	#1
69face Registered User Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: northridge Posts: 534	started a 5.3l/4l60e swap this weekend started __________________ ""A bagged vehicle is only as good as it's wheel/tire combo!" -getlowness! my build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=223747:metal: I'M SO SO CAL!

01-13-2010, 03:59 AM	#2
69face Registered User Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: northridge Posts: 534	Re: started a 5.3l/4l60e swap this weekend got a blower with all brackets off of craigslist Im cheap so I had to trim the frame a little to get the camaro drag headers to fit (also off of craigslist) __________________ ""A bagged vehicle is only as good as it's wheel/tire combo!" -getlowness! my build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=223747:metal: I'M SO SO CAL!

01-13-2010, 08:10 AM	#3
Thealien Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Pine Ridge Florida Posts: 4,120	Re: started a 5.3l/4l60e swap this weekend nice start __________________ Click on my Not really a build thread, yet NOT SO RUST FREE RUST FREE BLAZER LS ENGINE SWAP INFORMATION THREAD BOLT RESTORATIONS 4l60 to an NP205

01-13-2010, 09:03 AM	#4
STOCKISH Formerly- 1972SuperCheyenne Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Wake Forest NC Posts: 5,782	Re: started a 5.3l/4l60e swap this weekend Sweet. Nice looking project. __________________ --Josh My Build Thread:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=799218 A good crossthread is better than Loctite any day. Life is not about what you have, but who you have to share it with.

01-13-2010, 09:50 AM	#5
78-5.3 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Waterboro ,MAINE Posts: 547	Re: started a 5.3l/4l60e swap this weekend how are you mounting the blower??

01-13-2010, 01:36 PM	#7
SBTork Garage wrench Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: LaCrosse, WI Posts: 1,855	Re: started a 5.3l/4l60e swap this weekend awesome. What kind of supercharger is it? __________________ -Adam 90 V1500 GMC Suburban 350/700R4/NP241..... 01 Saturn SL1 stock DD.....

01-13-2010, 04:25 PM	#8
69face Registered User Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: northridge Posts: 534	Re: started a 5.3l/4l60e swap this weekend it says vortech, but i think it's a powerdyne with a vortech sticker __________________ ""A bagged vehicle is only as good as it's wheel/tire combo!" -getlowness! my build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=223747:metal: I'M SO SO CAL!

01-15-2010, 01:59 PM	#9
glock35ipsc Next project: 1970 K10 Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Fort Collins, Colo 80524 Posts: 6,685	Re: started a 5.3l/4l60e swap this weekend I had a Whipple on an 03 a few years back that I took off and sold when I sold the truck. Dumb, I wish I had kept it. I think it would look good under the hood of my 85. Now you have me cruizing CL and feebay to see what's available!! Looking forward to seeing this one run! __________________ *Bob* 1970 Chevy K10 LWB "Goldie" 350/TH350 *next project!!* 1981 Chevy C10 LWB 355/TH350 - My son's truck LS SWAP FORUM! Tons of LS swap info here! PLEASE CLICK HERE TO SUPPORT THE GREATEST BOARD ON THE NET! CLICK HERE FOR THE FAQ INDEX by KRUE

01-16-2010, 08:04 AM	#10
menace121978 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: orangevale, ca Posts: 3,626	Re: started a 5.3l/4l60e swap this weekend i love it... genIII swaps popping up everyday!! __________________ "Dennis the Menace" 1978 Silverado (2wd, 1/2 ton, short bed)complete nut & bolt frame off restomod LQ9/4L80E MY LS SWAP/FRAME OFF BUILD BOOK 2006 TBSS way too much to list

01-16-2010, 12:16 PM	#11
glock35ipsc Next project: 1970 K10 Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Fort Collins, Colo 80524 Posts: 6,685	Re: started a 5.3l/4l60e swap this weekend Me too!! __________________ *Bob* 1970 Chevy K10 LWB "Goldie" 350/TH350 *next project!!* 1981 Chevy C10 LWB 355/TH350 - My son's truck LS SWAP FORUM! Tons of LS swap info here! PLEASE CLICK HERE TO SUPPORT THE GREATEST BOARD ON THE NET! CLICK HERE FOR THE FAQ INDEX by KRUE

01-17-2010, 07:38 PM	#12
79gmc5.3 6.0L power......... Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Acworth GA Posts: 292	Re: started a 5.3l/4l60e swap this weekend You just started and you already have it sitting in the truck!!!!!! You guys are a hard act to follow Looks great. Keep the pics coming........ __________________ What ever the mind of man can conceive......... he can achieve! My built thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=375914 1979 GMC Sierra 6.0 L 4L60E 1995 Mustang GT 347

01-18-2010, 11:33 PM	#13
v502 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Portland, OR Posts: 198	Re: started a 5.3l/4l60e swap this weekend Sweet nice start off love so see the blower on the truck keep the pic's coming __________________ C10 Stepside Swap with 6.2 L92 & 6SP Auto 6L90 "Brain Check" Project

01-22-2010, 05:35 PM	#14
STOCKISH Formerly- 1972SuperCheyenne Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Wake Forest NC Posts: 5,782	Re: started a 5.3l/4l60e swap this weekend Any updates? __________________ --Josh My Build Thread:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=799218 A good crossthread is better than Loctite any day. Life is not about what you have, but who you have to share it with.

01-22-2010, 10:50 PM	#15
69face Registered User Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: northridge Posts: 534	Re: started a 5.3l/4l60e swap this weekend plenty of updates but no pictures because it's raining crazy here. I finished mounting the trans and have it bolted down. the headers are clearanced. the computer is back from the tuner. the fuel system is run up to the front. the oil, steam line, and coolant temp are all drilled and tapped. __________________ ""A bagged vehicle is only as good as it's wheel/tire combo!" -getlowness! my build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=223747:metal: I'M SO SO CAL!

03-18-2010, 11:54 PM	#16
69face Registered User Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: northridge Posts: 534	Re: started a 5.3l/4l60e swap this weekend just a quick update and pic of progress. i'm putsing along! slowly but it'll be done inevitablely. Attached Images __________________ ""A bagged vehicle is only as good as it's wheel/tire combo!" -getlowness! my build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=223747:metal: I'M SO SO CAL!



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03-19-2010, 12:17 AM	#17
lownfast Gettinlow & Goinfast Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: ft. worth, tx Posts: 223	Re: started a 5.3l/4l60e swap this weekend what headers are you using? __________________ Protouring Texas built rides- 78' K5 bodied on 22's, 5.3/ 4L60E- sold-Bdydrptk5- http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=358390 71' Chevelle #Bigbootyjudy 6.0 LSx, LS9 heads, Magnuson, T56 - http://ls1tech.com/forums/conversion...e-ly6-t56.html 70' Chevelle #EvilAnnie Lsx/4L80/S475 turbo- 85' C20 crew, 5.3/6L90/S475 turbo- 68' C10 5.3/4L60/Level 2 coil overs Facebook- Protouringtexasdotcom Instagram- @Protouringtexas

03-19-2010, 12:30 AM	#18
69face Registered User Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: northridge Posts: 534	Re: started a 5.3l/4l60e swap this weekend 4th gen camaro headers. the driver header had to be cut and routed towards the inside of the frame (it was hitting the frame). also you must get the 1 inch set back generic brackets or the headers will hit the lower control arm (ask me how i know?) __________________ ""A bagged vehicle is only as good as it's wheel/tire combo!" -getlowness! my build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=223747:metal: I'M SO SO CAL! Last edited by 69face; 03-19-2010 at 12:30 AM. Reason: typo

03-19-2010, 09:26 AM	#19
lownfast Gettinlow & Goinfast Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: ft. worth, tx Posts: 223	Re: started a 5.3l/4l60e swap this weekend I'm using the eBay brackets on my motor, from what I've seen they are the one inch back brackets. __________________ Protouring Texas built rides- 78' K5 bodied on 22's, 5.3/ 4L60E- sold-Bdydrptk5- http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=358390 71' Chevelle #Bigbootyjudy 6.0 LSx, LS9 heads, Magnuson, T56 - http://ls1tech.com/forums/conversion...e-ly6-t56.html 70' Chevelle #EvilAnnie Lsx/4L80/S475 turbo- 85' C20 crew, 5.3/6L90/S475 turbo- 68' C10 5.3/4L60/Level 2 coil overs Facebook- Protouringtexasdotcom Instagram- @Protouringtexas

03-19-2010, 06:56 PM	#20
69face Registered User Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: northridge Posts: 534	Re: started a 5.3l/4l60e swap this weekend a little more updates i got done this morning and pics. the charger us just mounted, but i think im missing a bracket __________________ ""A bagged vehicle is only as good as it's wheel/tire combo!" -getlowness! my build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=223747:metal: I'M SO SO CAL! Last edited by 69face; 03-19-2010 at 06:59 PM.

03-23-2010, 02:11 AM	#21
69face Registered User Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: northridge Posts: 534	Re: started a 5.3l/4l60e swap this weekend i finished the harness and will set it on the motor tomorrow. hopefully i can get it running before the end of the week. here are a few pics. __________________ ""A bagged vehicle is only as good as it's wheel/tire combo!" -getlowness! my build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=223747:metal: I'M SO SO CAL!

03-23-2010, 03:57 AM	#22
v502 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Portland, OR Posts: 198	Re: started a 5.3l/4l60e swap this weekend Looking great I would suggest going inter-cooled if its possible it keep AIT low but besides that it looks awesome. __________________ C10 Stepside Swap with 6.2 L92 & 6SP Auto 6L90 "Brain Check" Project

03-23-2010, 08:06 AM	#23
thump16 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Valdosta GA Posts: 708	Re: started a 5.3l/4l60e swap this weekend You putting 5.3 swaps in both your silver and black trucks?

03-23-2010, 03:41 PM	#25
silvereagle07 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Bailey, NC Posts: 2,462	Re: started a 5.3l/4l60e swap this weekend You are a busy man! __________________ Jeramy '84 GMC project truck '85 Chevy 4X4 SOLD '07 Chevy Trailblazer SS 5th Annual SHPHC Car/Truck Show Pics http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=543605 UPDATED PICS! CHECK 'EM OUT

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