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C-BOMB · 08-18-2007, 09:29 PM

There was a guy who who had done something like that with taking wires out of the harness. And repositioning them to make the harness look better. The only problem was that he was getting interfearance with the mass air.

68 short step · 08-18-2007, 10:14 PM

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Originally Posted by C-BOMB

There was a guy who who had done something like that with taking wires out of the harness. And repositioning them to make the harness look better. The only problem was that he was getting interfearance with the mass air.

can you elabrate?? he had a short, or the mass air flow sensor was bad itself?

C-BOMB · 08-19-2007, 04:22 PM

At first when we where programing it we thought it was the mass air sensor was faulty. But put another one on and the same problem occured. It just wasn't reading right I think. The only thing we could come up with was that when he ran his wires he was getting some kind of electrical interference with another wire. Maybe?? I'll have to ask a friend of mine to see if the guy fixed his problem. He had put a 6.0: I think it was out of a cargo van and put it into a late 70's vette, with a th400 behind it. I'll let you know if I find something out.

**Hart_Rod** · 08-19-2007, 09:19 PM

Has anyone hooked up cruise control on one of these. After a 1300 mile trip in the 48, that is a must have. I have an aftermarket unit in the 48. But with the throttle by wire, I would think that it would be easy to rig the cruise control for it.

killer71 · 08-19-2007, 10:14 PM

We need to talk 68ss into fabbing one up!

**FRENCHBLUE72** · 08-19-2007, 10:25 PM

Man there are just too many of these newer motor swaps going on I may just have to do one in the blazer after I get the 7deuce together and on the road.

68 short step · 08-20-2007, 12:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Hart_Rod

Has anyone hooked up cruise control on one of these. After a 1300 mile trip in the 48, that is a must have. I have an aftermarket unit in the 48. But with the throttle by wire, I would think that it would be easy to rig the cruise control for it.

cruise control would be easy to install, if the harness was broke down (like i had it)... also just need a control pad/lever mounted somewhere to activate cruise, res, accel, and off...

gringoloco · 08-20-2007, 03:38 AM

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Originally Posted by 68 short step

cruise control would be easy to install, if the harness was broke down (like i had it)... also just need a control pad/lever mounted somewhere to activate cruise, res, accel, and off...

Dakota Digital and Flaming River have nice ones that look stock...

68 short step · 08-20-2007, 10:51 AM

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Originally Posted by gringoloco

Dakota Digital and Flaming River have nice ones that look stock...

man wish i knew about that when i was doin killers wiring, cause i didnt see anything that would look stock/ good... but that looks both!!

**Hart_Rod** · 08-20-2007, 08:45 PM

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Originally Posted by gringoloco

Dakota Digital and Flaming River have nice ones that look stock...

Do you have the part # for that handle?

C-BOMB · 08-20-2007, 11:44 PM

Found out why everything went wacko with this guy's wiring harness. He had routed the mass air sensor wires in with the injector wires and run them pretty close to his alternator. I'm pretty sure he moved them and fixed his problem not sure if this would happen in every case but something to think about.

SchreinerM · 01-03-2008, 09:10 AM

Any updates on your build? Sent you a PM.

slammed1 · 01-05-2008, 01:05 AM

ditto on updates.......I read the thread on the suspension upgrade and now the LS engine swap........man oh man I want to find a complete 6.0 set up.

gringoloco · 01-05-2008, 11:57 AM

The engine is on hold until the front suspension is done. Coming soon...

SchreinerM · 01-06-2008, 08:28 AM

Thanks for the PM. I'll be looking forward to it.

Your suspension build thread is awesome as well.

72BlckButy · 01-06-2008, 09:12 AM

I've got to get signed up on this thread... can't believe I missed this earlier!

Great work so far Gringoloco!

Nickpisp · 01-06-2008, 01:12 PM

Great work so far! Is that an LQ4 or LQ9?

gringoloco · 01-06-2008, 02:08 PM

It's an LQ4. The only difference in the two is compression. I have a fix coming for that...

Nickpisp · 01-06-2008, 02:19 PM

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Originally Posted by gringoloco

It's an LQ4. The only difference in the two is compression. I have a fix coming for that...

Yeah, you got a good deal for an LQ4, I'd love to find a LQ9 for $400.

70rs/ss · 01-08-2008, 04:39 PM

Who, What, When, How!? I have a 6.0/4l80e and a 5.3/4l60e, I just want them to run and drive, nothing fancy, no big upgrades, just get rid of the junk I don't need and run!? Anyone want to help me out or better yet do it for me!? I have looked into speartech and the like, but kinda costly. Where did you guys get the info used to get into the harness, and will it work?? Any help would be appreciated!!

gringoloco · 01-08-2008, 07:07 PM

If you've got the time on your hands to do research, everything you need to know can be found here and at LS1tech.com in the conversions and hybrids forum. There is a sticky at the top of the forum that should answer most of your questions. It really is very easy. I have only done mine and partially assisted on one other swap in my buddies '66 fleetside and I will never go back to traditional engines. I have a 427 sitting on the stand that will probably never get used 'cause I know I can make more power, cheaper, and more reliably with an LS motor.

gringoloco · 01-18-2008, 07:37 AM

OK. It's finally time to start back on this. I got a little sidetracked when I decided to completely redo the Blazer's suspension. You can read about that portion here if you are interested.

No real progress(yet) but I did get some parts in that should make this little 364ci motor a screamer. LS2/LS6 heads and a lumpy little 224/224 112LSA cam

I'll get them bolted down and stabbed and start pokin' this badboy as soon as time allows...

babyblueoval · 01-18-2008, 09:44 AM

All right, I'm still watching the suspension work but I'm subscribed here since an LS1 is going in mine.

ElkyRacer · 01-18-2008, 11:22 AM

Hey Gringoloco, are the Shreveport salvage yards pretty good for finding those LSx motors? The local yards here have a few, but have been quoted $1200 for a 5.3. Ive got a complete 18k mile 03 model 5.3 with harness, but really would just like a 6.0 longblock. There are NONE of those around here. If I have to make a short drive to save an awful lot of money, then a trip to shreveport is fine with me!

Good job on cleaning up the wiring. Im planning on doing that myself once I jump into this project.

Kyle

gringoloco · 01-18-2008, 01:10 PM

Elky- I know where one is. You can prolly get it for the same money I got mine for. PMed you...

08-18-2007, 09:29 PM	#26
C-BOMB Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Poplar Bluff, MO Posts: 8	Re: Gringoloco's GenIII 6 point-oh build There was a guy who who had done something like that with taking wires out of the harness. And repositioning them to make the harness look better. The only problem was that he was getting interfearance with the mass air.

08-19-2007, 04:22 PM	#28
C-BOMB Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Poplar Bluff, MO Posts: 8	Re: Gringoloco's GenIII 6 point-oh build At first when we where programing it we thought it was the mass air sensor was faulty. But put another one on and the same problem occured. It just wasn't reading right I think. The only thing we could come up with was that when he ran his wires he was getting some kind of electrical interference with another wire. Maybe?? I'll have to ask a friend of mine to see if the guy fixed his problem. He had put a 6.0: I think it was out of a cargo van and put it into a late 70's vette, with a th400 behind it. I'll let you know if I find something out.

08-19-2007, 09:19 PM	#29
Hart_Rod ************* Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Pensacola, FL Posts: 17,827	Re: Gringoloco's GenIII 6 point-oh build Has anyone hooked up cruise control on one of these. After a 1300 mile trip in the 48, that is a must have. I have an aftermarket unit in the 48. But with the throttle by wire, I would think that it would be easy to rig the cruise control for it. __________________ Rob - https://www.instagram.com/hart_rod_c10 As Iron Sharpens Iron, So One Man Sharpens Another. Proverbs 27:17 FOR SALE: DBW pedal bracket - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=651123 FOR SALE: Hood Brackets http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=679945 1987 Silverado SWB - 34.5K original miles http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=801834 1969 SuperBurb - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=200387 1968 Farm truck - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=358692 1968 SWB - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=551258 1948 Chevy - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=122164&page=3

08-19-2007, 10:14 PM	#30
killer71 Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Location: at work Posts: 2,552	Re: Gringoloco's GenIII 6 point-oh build We need to talk 68ss into fabbing one up! __________________ R.I.P. Killer 71 10/26/07

08-19-2007, 10:25 PM	#31
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,590	Re: Gringoloco's GenIII 6 point-oh build Man there are just too many of these newer motor swaps going on I may just have to do one in the blazer after I get the 7deuce together and on the road. __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

08-20-2007, 11:44 PM	#36
C-BOMB Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Poplar Bluff, MO Posts: 8	Re: Gringoloco's GenIII 6 point-oh build Found out why everything went wacko with this guy's wiring harness. He had routed the mass air sensor wires in with the injector wires and run them pretty close to his alternator. I'm pretty sure he moved them and fixed his problem not sure if this would happen in every case but something to think about.

01-03-2008, 09:10 AM	#37
SchreinerM Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Oshkosh, WI Posts: 101	Re: Gringoloco's GenIII 6 point-oh build Any updates on your build? Sent you a PM.

01-05-2008, 01:05 AM	#38
slammed1 1972 Chevrolet SWB Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: FT Smith AR Posts: 512	Re: Gringoloco's GenIII 6 point-oh build ditto on updates.......I read the thread on the suspension upgrade and now the LS engine swap........man oh man I want to find a complete 6.0 set up. __________________ My New thread with pics (not my build thread yet.) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...46#post2573646 1972 Chevrolet 1/2 ton short wide bed,68 frt clip Project. 1980 Camaro Inherited when father passed,68K Miles 2003 Ford Mach1 FUN as Hell!! 2002 Dodge Ram 5-8 slam Rolling BillBoard (Gone not forgot) 2004 Dodge Ram HEMI 10" lifted on 37's and 2wd.

01-05-2008, 11:57 AM	#39
gringoloco A guy with a truck Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Germany, for now Posts: 5,920	Re: Gringoloco's GenIII 6 point-oh build The engine is on hold until the front suspension is done. Coming soon... __________________ -Chris Instagram _elgringoloco_ '70 Short-Wide How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10 ‘70 Blazer ConversionHow To: Ruin a Perfectly Good 4wd '72 Highlander How To: Ruin a Perfectly Good K/5 (SOLD) '72 Blazer 2WD How to: Ruin a perfectly good Blazer (SOLD) '05 Yukon Daily Driven (not so stock) Yukon (SOLD) ‘07 Yukon Denali (daily) Members met list: SCOTI, darkhorse970, 67cheby, 67cheby'sGirl, klmore, porterbuilt, n2billet, Fastrucken, classicchev, Col Clank, GSFMECH, HuggerCST, Spray-Bomb, BACKYARD88, 5150, fine69, fatbass, smbrouss70, 65StreetCruiser, GAc10boy

01-06-2008, 08:28 AM	#40
SchreinerM Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Oshkosh, WI Posts: 101	Re: Gringoloco's GenIII 6 point-oh build Thanks for the PM. I'll be looking forward to it. Your suspension build thread is awesome as well.

01-06-2008, 09:12 AM	#41
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Gringoloco's GenIII 6 point-oh build I've got to get signed up on this thread... can't believe I missed this earlier! Great work so far Gringoloco! __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

01-06-2008, 01:12 PM	#42
Nickpisp Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Owasso, OK Posts: 22	Re: Gringoloco's GenIII 6 point-oh build Great work so far! Is that an LQ4 or LQ9?

01-06-2008, 02:08 PM	#43
gringoloco A guy with a truck Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Germany, for now Posts: 5,920	Re: Gringoloco's GenIII 6 point-oh build It's an LQ4. The only difference in the two is compression. I have a fix coming for that... __________________ -Chris Instagram _elgringoloco_ '70 Short-Wide How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10 ‘70 Blazer ConversionHow To: Ruin a Perfectly Good 4wd '72 Highlander How To: Ruin a Perfectly Good K/5 (SOLD) '72 Blazer 2WD How to: Ruin a perfectly good Blazer (SOLD) '05 Yukon Daily Driven (not so stock) Yukon (SOLD) ‘07 Yukon Denali (daily) Members met list: SCOTI, darkhorse970, 67cheby, 67cheby'sGirl, klmore, porterbuilt, n2billet, Fastrucken, classicchev, Col Clank, GSFMECH, HuggerCST, Spray-Bomb, BACKYARD88, 5150, fine69, fatbass, smbrouss70, 65StreetCruiser, GAc10boy

01-08-2008, 04:39 PM	#45
70rs/ss Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Northern AZ Posts: 7,271	Re: Gringoloco's GenIII 6 point-oh build Who, What, When, How!? I have a 6.0/4l80e and a 5.3/4l60e, I just want them to run and drive, nothing fancy, no big upgrades, just get rid of the junk I don't need and run!? Anyone want to help me out or better yet do it for me!? I have looked into speartech and the like, but kinda costly. Where did you guys get the info used to get into the harness, and will it work?? Any help would be appreciated!!

01-08-2008, 07:07 PM	#46
gringoloco A guy with a truck Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Germany, for now Posts: 5,920	Re: Gringoloco's GenIII 6 point-oh build If you've got the time on your hands to do research, everything you need to know can be found here and at LS1tech.com in the conversions and hybrids forum. There is a sticky at the top of the forum that should answer most of your questions. It really is very easy. I have only done mine and partially assisted on one other swap in my buddies '66 fleetside and I will never go back to traditional engines. I have a 427 sitting on the stand that will probably never get used 'cause I know I can make more power, cheaper, and more reliably with an LS motor. __________________ -Chris Instagram _elgringoloco_ '70 Short-Wide How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10 ‘70 Blazer ConversionHow To: Ruin a Perfectly Good 4wd '72 Highlander How To: Ruin a Perfectly Good K/5 (SOLD) '72 Blazer 2WD How to: Ruin a perfectly good Blazer (SOLD) '05 Yukon Daily Driven (not so stock) Yukon (SOLD) ‘07 Yukon Denali (daily) Members met list: SCOTI, darkhorse970, 67cheby, 67cheby'sGirl, klmore, porterbuilt, n2billet, Fastrucken, classicchev, Col Clank, GSFMECH, HuggerCST, Spray-Bomb, BACKYARD88, 5150, fine69, fatbass, smbrouss70, 65StreetCruiser, GAc10boy Last edited by gringoloco; 01-08-2008 at 07:07 PM.



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01-18-2008, 07:37 AM	#47
gringoloco A guy with a truck Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Germany, for now Posts: 5,920	Re: Gringoloco's GenIII 6 point-oh build OK. It's finally time to start back on this. I got a little sidetracked when I decided to completely redo the Blazer's suspension. You can read about that portion here if you are interested. No real progress(yet) but I did get some parts in that should make this little 364ci motor a screamer. LS2/LS6 heads and a lumpy little 224/224 112LSA cam I'll get them bolted down and stabbed and start pokin' this badboy as soon as time allows... Attached Images __________________ -Chris Instagram _elgringoloco_ '70 Short-Wide How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10 ‘70 Blazer ConversionHow To: Ruin a Perfectly Good 4wd '72 Highlander How To: Ruin a Perfectly Good K/5 (SOLD) '72 Blazer 2WD How to: Ruin a perfectly good Blazer (SOLD) '05 Yukon Daily Driven (not so stock) Yukon (SOLD) ‘07 Yukon Denali (daily) Members met list: SCOTI, darkhorse970, 67cheby, 67cheby'sGirl, klmore, porterbuilt, n2billet, Fastrucken, classicchev, Col Clank, GSFMECH, HuggerCST, Spray-Bomb, BACKYARD88, 5150, fine69, fatbass, smbrouss70, 65StreetCruiser, GAc10boy

01-18-2008, 09:44 AM	#48
babyblueoval Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Arkansas Posts: 835	Re: Gringoloco's GenIII 6 point-oh build All right, I'm still watching the suspension work but I'm subscribed here since an LS1 is going in mine. __________________ Jim '71 Blazer-Porterbuilt Dropmember C4/LS1/6L80E '57 VW beetle - Oct. 2006 Hot VW's pg. 87 - 350hp intercooled, turbocharged, EFI 2.3liter and 5spd in the works '87 BMW 325i - daily driver

01-18-2008, 11:22 AM	#49
ElkyRacer Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Texarkana Tx/Ark Posts: 143	Re: Gringoloco's GenIII 6 point-oh build Hey Gringoloco, are the Shreveport salvage yards pretty good for finding those LSx motors? The local yards here have a few, but have been quoted $1200 for a 5.3. Ive got a complete 18k mile 03 model 5.3 with harness, but really would just like a 6.0 longblock. There are NONE of those around here. If I have to make a short drive to save an awful lot of money, then a trip to shreveport is fine with me! Good job on cleaning up the wiring. Im planning on doing that myself once I jump into this project. Kyle

01-18-2008, 01:10 PM	#50
gringoloco A guy with a truck Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Germany, for now Posts: 5,920	Re: Gringoloco's GenIII 6 point-oh build Elky- I know where one is. You can prolly get it for the same money I got mine for. PMed you... __________________ -Chris Instagram _elgringoloco_ '70 Short-Wide How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10 ‘70 Blazer ConversionHow To: Ruin a Perfectly Good 4wd '72 Highlander How To: Ruin a Perfectly Good K/5 (SOLD) '72 Blazer 2WD How to: Ruin a perfectly good Blazer (SOLD) '05 Yukon Daily Driven (not so stock) Yukon (SOLD) ‘07 Yukon Denali (daily) Members met list: SCOTI, darkhorse970, 67cheby, 67cheby'sGirl, klmore, porterbuilt, n2billet, Fastrucken, classicchev, Col Clank, GSFMECH, HuggerCST, Spray-Bomb, BACKYARD88, 5150, fine69, fatbass, smbrouss70, 65StreetCruiser, GAc10boy

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