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*CamaroSpike23* · 05-13-2011, 01:52 PM

http://www.neufamily.org/images/fair...rmontatkrp.wmv

build up pics.

http://www.neufamily.org/images/fair...lery/index.htm

Hot Rod magazine article.

http://www.neufamily.org/images/

toesuf94 · 05-13-2011, 01:59 PM

I freakin' LOVE it!

King Sun · 05-13-2011, 02:09 PM

Im looking to do a swap from my 350 tbi out of my 91 2500 to a ls motor. I wonder how much it would run for me to have it professionally done.

*CamaroSpike23* · 05-13-2011, 03:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by King Sun

Im looking to do a swap from my 350 tbi out of my 91 2500 to a ls motor. I wonder how much it would run for me to have it professionally done.

depends on what all you want done.

if the engine/trans is new/clean enough and you have all the parts needed, then it wont/shouldnt cost much.

Ive got a 6.0L block in my 06 pickup and have been thinking about turbo'ing it with a decent used one. seeing as how my cr is 9.4:1

DevilsReject97 · 05-13-2011, 03:23 PM

THAT is how you do it ladies and gentlemen...... frikkin bada$$!!!!!

*CamaroSpike23* · 05-13-2011, 03:28 PM

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Originally Posted by DevilsReject97

THAT is how you do it ladies and gentlemen...... frikkin bada$$!!!!!

fast and cheap.

sounds reliable as well.

2010 SSRS · 05-13-2011, 03:29 PM

5.3 is an awesome motor, my 07 Impala SS with the 5.3 is very quick.

Scrappy Doo · 05-13-2011, 10:29 PM

Article is over 3 years old. wonder how long it held up?

LimaCharlie · 05-14-2011, 12:13 AM

Same guy built this truck:

a_Username · 05-14-2011, 05:13 AM

That's really awesome. I thought that even the stock 5.3 was pretty peppy in my old '99 Reg Cab.

zebra · 03-23-2012, 04:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by a_Username

That's really awesome. I thought that even the stock 5.3 was pretty peppy in my old '99 Reg Cab.

the stock '99 model was the 'weak' one

SIXJAK · 03-23-2012, 06:14 PM

That is a way cool build. The truck that is. The car is just a little too rat rod hillbilly for my tastes but cool in its own way non the less. Love the whole unassuming sleeper aspect to this truck. Its even the less attractive squared front end vintage. I think the 99-02 shortbed is one of the best designs Chevy ever produced.

I have a 98 shortbed with a 5.0 5MT. All stock down to the wheels but for the JBA shorty's, spectre CAI, and Magnaflow exhaust. Anybody know how stout the 5MT is? I understand the 5.0's and 5.7's are basically the same block no?

Doesn't this thing have sleeper written all over it?

*The_Blur* · 03-23-2012, 06:19 PM

I'm inspired. Who wants to go to a junkyard with me?

zebra · 03-23-2012, 07:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SIXJAK

That is a way cool build. The truck that is. The car is just a little too rat rod hillbilly for my tastes but cool in its own way non the less. Love the whole unassuming sleeper aspect to this truck. Its even the less attractive squared front end vintage. I think the 99-02 shortbed is one of the best designs Chevy ever produced.

I have a 98 shortbed with a 5.0 5MT. All stock down to the wheels but for the JBA shorty's, spectre CAI, and Magnaflow exhaust. Anybody know how stout the 5MT is? I understand the 5.0's and 5.7's are basically the same block no?

Doesn't this thing have sleeper written all over it?

i'm a little biased & prefer the GMT800, but having had 2 of the 90s style trucks, i also really like the GMT400 - it's a rock-solid platform. as for your truck, a 350 is an easy swap... but an LS conversion ain't that hard at all & gives you more room to play.

as for your transmission, it's literally the same one that's in my truck & is ridiculously underrated. all those jealous 4L60E nerds crying about 'it's only rated for 300lb-ft' usually have no real experience with it. i called Joe Gibbs Racing & talked to one of the guys who designed the supercharger package for the Silverados & he said they left the trans bone-stock & never had an issue out of it. then i've talked to a guy (and seen his build videos) who swapped his 4.3 out for a 454, beat it like a red-headed step child, and then swapped the 454 for an 8.1 and beat on it some more. your trans will hold up. heck... last time i raced the truck, i was running the 1/8th in 4wd with 31.5" tires - gotta love that 1st gear!

it also held up just fine pulling a 6k pound trailer from FL to ATL & back using a lot of downshifting to brake.

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05-13-2011, 03:29 PM	#7
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03-23-2012, 06:14 PM	#12
SIXJAK Drives: MO's only SC'd LLT. Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Branson MO Posts: 2,574 View My Garage	That is a way cool build. The truck that is. The car is just a little too rat rod hillbilly for my tastes but cool in its own way non the less. Love the whole unassuming sleeper aspect to this truck. Its even the less attractive squared front end vintage. I think the 99-02 shortbed is one of the best designs Chevy ever produced. I have a 98 shortbed with a 5.0 5MT. All stock down to the wheels but for the JBA shorty's, spectre CAI, and Magnaflow exhaust. Anybody know how stout the 5MT is? I understand the 5.0's and 5.7's are basically the same block no? Doesn't this thing have sleeper written all over it? __________________ IPF supercharger kit, IPF tune, SW LT's, R. Tech HFC's, ARK DT-S catback, SS Brembo brake upgrade, BC Racing adjustable coilovers, Hurst STS, Pfadt rear arm package, Pfadt adjustable sways & end links, Pfadt diff bushings, BMR rear cradle full kit blk bezels,SS diffuser, Innovate gauges.

03-23-2012, 06:19 PM	#13
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05-13-2011, 02:09 PM	#3
King Sun Casual Camaro Owner Drives: 2010 Black LS V6 Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Jacksonville Fl Posts: 1,090	Im looking to do a swap from my 350 tbi out of my 91 2500 to a ls motor. I wonder how much it would run for me to have it professionally done.

05-13-2011, 10:29 PM	#8
Scrappy Doo Drives: Callaway Rogue Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: W8n 4 Snow, Minnesota Posts: 4,731	Article is over 3 years old. wonder how long it held up?

05-14-2011, 05:13 AM	#10
a_Username Drives: 2010 2SS Camaro Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Murfreesboro, TN Posts: 3,890 View My Garage	That's really awesome. I thought that even the stock 5.3 was pretty peppy in my old '99 Reg Cab.

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