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Thanks Dean!

Almost ready to put gas in it.. I am really happy how well my wiring came out for the ECM and start/charging system. I found some really nice heat shrink with numbers on it at Fry's electronics. I was able to number each wire and make a schematic (key) for my wiring.

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ECM & relay/fuse center with OBDII port behind glove box.

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Found my molded radiator hoses in the Napa catalog. They are one of the few places that can still find parts by measurements instead of application.

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I'm interested in the clutch master you got. I'm ancious to see it mounted as I'm on the lookout for a master for my build. I also like the non blingy part.

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Looking good Mark

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Awesome progress!

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When do we get to see a video of it running?

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I don't plan on mounting until I figure out which brake master cylinder I'm going with. Which will be my next task.

Thanks Keith:metal:
Thanks Mike.. I am actually seeing the light at the end of the tunnel. Lol

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I Just got it running a couple of hours ago! My kids and wife are laughing at me because of my excitement lol.. It's been 4 long years, especially after purchasing an engine that I never heard run with a 1 year warranty that expired 3 years ago. It started right up and ran perfect! :metal:

My daughter just made me a YouTube account so that I could upload my video. I'm so behind on all this technology that she had to set up the whole thing for me, I don't know what I'm gonna do when she goes to college haha. Here's the link: http://youtu.be/R899YQ1OcjU

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Sounds good Mark! Congrats on a huge milestone. Unfortunately there wasn't any video only sound when I clicked the link. Keep up the good work.

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I saw the video... and it sound good....

I also have a crate motor that the warranty has long since passed...

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Sounds great Mark, is that the stock cam or did you change it? I know your running open headers but it sounds lumpy :metal:

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Sounds great man. I felt like a kid when mine first fired up also :lol:

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Thanks Mike. Just click on the link and let me know if you're still not able to see the video so I can have my daughter fix it lol. I plan on using the same mufflers you installed on your truck. After running it for a while last night, the water pump started leaking through the weep hole. Luckily it's an easy fix and probably something I should have changed already.

Thanks Rich... How's your K5 coming? Looking forward to seeing it in person some day.

Thanks Keith:metal: I'm not sure if the cam has been changed or not. You're right though, it definitely sounds lumpy.. I know when I purchased the complete drive train it had headers, B&M shifter, and a performance clutch. I wouldn't be surprised if the prior owner installed one. Either way I can't wait to roast the rear tires:metal:

Thanks.. :metal:

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Awesome build'

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I got the video to work on my phone no problem, must have been the firewall at work. looks and sounds great. For the record , I love the magnaflows they sound great and no droning whatsoever in my setup.

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Thanks.. Looks like you have a really nice build going too..

Yes, the magnaflows do sound good and are affordable..

I pulled my water pump off last night and figured this would be a good time to clean up and paint all of my pulleys.

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Real nice man!

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Mark,
I just read through your entire build thread. Excellent work and good job! It's giving me inspiration for my new build project. I recently bought an original '71 SWB out of Arizona for my next project. It's a good starting point for me. I am planning to do an extensive build such as yours. I am looking to install an LS engine, but with automatic. I decided to use Scotts Hot Rod for my chassis. After looking into everything I wanted to do with the suspension, I decided to buy a custom built chassis. It should be here by the end of January. Very exciting. Once again, great work and I look forward to following the rest of your build.

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Thanks Ryan:metal:

I'm really enjoying the build again. I like the mechanic's of the build and glad to be past the body/paint stage.

Dan,

Thanks for taking the time to read through my build... You're really going to be glad you choose the LS. The Scott's Hod Rod chassis look really well built and not over priced. Let me know when you begin your build thread I would love to follow along.

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I was able to get the new water pump and thermostat installed last night. Now I should be able to run it long enough to get the engine up to tempature.

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I have spent the last few days getting everything back together and tested. I've learned these LS motors are challenging to get the air out of the cooling system. I ended up borrowing a vacuum tool from a friend to bleed the air out. I'm really amazed how well the motor runs so far. I've run the engine long enough to make sure the thermostat and cooling fans are kicking on/off. I order a http://www.plxdevices.com/product_info.php?id=GSST2WIFI so I can read the vitals until I get my gauges hooked up. Next step is to finish up my intake system and get the exhaust done.

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Airlift tool

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It helps to fill the engine through the upper radiator hose

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Yes, you're right. I did that and still had an air bound system. After reading on the LS forums it's almost a must to use the airlift tool since the thermostat is on the bottom (suction) hose not on the top (return) hose.

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Yes I had the same issue. You can either use this tool or spend 2 hours slowly filling to radiator until all the air escapes. Once you can get eater to the thermostat you are good to go because it will open up. My fill wasn't bad because the top of my radiator is above the top of my motor so air escaped pretty easy. I also have a short top hose (both inlet and outlet are on the right side of the radiator). This tool just makes everything much better! I wish I had one when I bled my system the other day.

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Hmm, that's not what I read, and I filled mine through the upper hose and then the radiator and I never had any problem. Are your steam vents hooked up?

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Yes, you nailed it. I'm sure if I had the patience I could have gotten it bled but it sure is nice to be able to borrow tools from good friends lol.

Yes, I have the steam port running to my radiator. It's all good now:metal: Cooling system is working perfect. Fan 1 kicks on at 201 degrees F and off at 198 degrees F. It doesn't take long for the 16" SPAL fans to cool the radiator.

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Steam port is located right below the upper hose.

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Great progress Mark. The last assembly stuff seems to take the longest.
I need to get one of those purge tools, I'm certain I still have a small amount of air in my system. Although mine doesn't overheat, the heater just doesn't get hot.

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Thanks Mike.. I really appreciate you taking the time to answer all of my exhaust questions.

Yesterday I finished up my front end (minus the front turn signals I forgot to order lol). I am really happy how well it came out.

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I found an air filter and plumbing off of Amazon I think may work.

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I love how the Red looks almost Orange in the sunlight.

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Truck is looking good. I wish I was at this point in my build! What kit did you use for your air filter? I need to add it to my amazon cart.

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Thanks.. You can find some really good deals on Amazon.. I have about 20 items in my wish list lol. You can find LS6 intakes priced right.

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Truck looks great!!! I've read through it a couple of time and realized I never subscribed.

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Awesome, Thank you. One more question, sorry if I'm blind and missing it, but where is your MAS?

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:metal::metal::metal: