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01-02-2016, 10:46 AM
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Longbed 6.0 build
I started last summer by picking up this 71 c10 longbed on Craigslist. It has 3 O.T.T, 350, manual power steering, power front disc brakes. I drove it an hour and half down the interstate with no problems, drove great.
My initial plan was to just drive it as is until I was done with school in a couple years figuring with a full time job and part time college I wouldn't have any time.... But I just couldn't wait. Last edited by tony2tall; 01-02-2016 at 10:54 AM. |
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01-02-2016, 10:53 AM
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Re: Longbed 6.0 build
So last spring I tore into the steering, brakes and suspension. Replaced all parts with new, lowered it with a 4-6 drop from ECE and added some wheels.
20" Ridler 645s 8.5" front 10" rear Toyo Proxes II 295/40/20, 255/40/20 I also re-covered the seat and got a new dash pad, but no pictures of before and after. Nothing to special right now, just freshened up a bit. |
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01-02-2016, 11:08 AM
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Re: Longbed 6.0 build
Currently I'm working on a swap to a 2005 Lq4 6.0 and 4l80e with 75k miles.
Taking the whole front clip was easy with the cherry picker. I'll be posting more frequently as I go along in the next steps as I'm sure I'll be needing some tips and advise. |
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01-02-2016, 11:11 AM
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Re: Longbed 6.0 build
A couple straps around the wheel wells and a strap in the front to help balance.
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01-02-2016, 11:16 AM
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Re: Longbed 6.0 build
Engine just about ready to be picked.
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01-02-2016, 11:24 AM
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Re: Longbed 6.0 build
Where I'm at today. Next up, clean, prep and paint the firewall, frame, etc.
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01-02-2016, 11:35 AM
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Re: Longbed 6.0 build
Nice truck. Gonna follow your progress.
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01-02-2016, 06:23 PM
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Re: Longbed 6.0 build
Pulled the wiring harness off today. Got to admit, I'm a little intimidated but the instructions on LT1swap seem to be explained pretty well.
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01-02-2016, 07:47 PM
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Re: Longbed 6.0 build
Are you going to modify your harness your self or send it off to someone
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01-03-2016, 10:58 AM
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Re: Longbed 6.0 build
Going to do it myself following instructions on the website lt1swap.
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01-05-2016, 11:14 AM
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Re: Longbed 6.0 build
Nice project! Let me know if you need a DBW pedal adapter bracket for you gas pedal.
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01-06-2016, 06:57 PM
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Re: Longbed 6.0 build
HartRod - Have seen the bracket and will place an order sometime soon.
Got some goodies in today. Chevrolet performace Musclecar oil pan Trans cooler lines and fittings Fuse block Plan for the transmission cooling is to tap into the existing cooler hard lines with the Derale compression fitting made for this and use the existing trans cooler section in the radiator I already have. No higher stall converter for the moment, so no external cooler at this time. |
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01-06-2016, 06:59 PM
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Re: Longbed 6.0 build
The oil pan.
Not sure exactly how it all goes together, but I'm sure once I remove the old one it will make sense. |
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01-24-2016, 07:48 PM
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Re: Longbed 6.0 build
Got the oil pan installed today.
You can see in this picture that one of the bolt holes does not line up. I thought I remember seeing this posted somewhere before, but could not find it today. Musclecar oil pan on a LQ4. |
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01-24-2016, 07:57 PM
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Re: Longbed 6.0 build
This one too. You can see the hole that used to have a bolt.
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01-24-2016, 08:00 PM
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Re: Longbed 6.0 build
Since I'm going to be using the existing trans cooler lines, I will need to figure out something to support this hanger as the new pan does not have a mounting spot for it.
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01-24-2016, 08:04 PM
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Re: Longbed 6.0 build
The supports for the starter wire, etc. running along the front of the oil pan worked nicely.
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01-27-2016, 12:21 PM
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Re: Longbed 6.0 build
Very nice truck and project! Love the LS motor. Keep up the good work.
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02-07-2016, 10:44 AM
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Re: Longbed 6.0 build
So got the Doug Thorley headers test fit with the dipstick and plug wires.
Instead of buying the Lokar dipstick that is recommended, I used the one that came with the new oilpan. Just a little 1 inch spacer and a little bending, it fit just fine. |
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02-07-2016, 10:50 AM
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Re: Longbed 6.0 build
Also, these spark plug wires are pretty darn short. They are the MSD 32813. Found this number from the board, but I'm not too sure about them.
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02-20-2016, 11:44 AM
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Re: Longbed 6.0 build
Ran into an issue. My plan was to utiluze the 3ott column and convert it over to a column shift for the 4l80e. I bought the cpp auto linkage but it's not gonna work with the doug thorley headers. The header exits right in front of the mechanism. I guess it's time to buy a floor shift unless anyone has a brilliant idea for me. 😢
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02-22-2016, 07:28 AM
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Re: Longbed 6.0 build
Will be watching this one!
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02-25-2016, 02:35 PM
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Re: Longbed 6.0 build
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02-25-2016, 08:13 PM
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Re: Longbed 6.0 build
Nice truck
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02-25-2016, 10:04 PM
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Re: Longbed 6.0 build
Just a FYI.....the MSD wires sometimes cause havoc on the ECU. Especially if it rolls over a few times before it starts, it is seen as a misfire, and could cause "limp mode" reduced power. I tune a little with HP tuners, and have had crazy issues before....swap to stock plug wires, and the issue is gone. As far at the length, you might have the car ones, the truck version is longer. Nice build, will be watching.
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