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Has anyone had any luck putting in the engine with longtubes on it? They are speed engineering 1 7/8 on a 5.3. Gotta figure out where to adjust the sliding mounts and hoping I can do it in one shot. But looking at pics ot looks really close. Cab is on if that makes a difference and it is a 65.

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Are you asking if you can install the engine with headers already bolted up?

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Yepper

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Gunnin4ya

Take some pics of the headers after install please as I think those are the same ones That i want to try on my 65 5.3 swap

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I think if the front clip was off you probably could insert it from the front with the headers on. With the front end on though, I'd think you'd have a hard time stabbing it in there.

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Here you go, I had to cut where the dust shield top portion goes off of my 4l80e. I knew I would the ears but was not aware of the top bolt holes.

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I will get some pics for you Mac when it is installed

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Thanks. Especially the driver side as I am using the original clutch linkage and need to determine whether there is enough clearance.

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Its like 10 bolts.. why not just remove them and install them when it's in the truck.. seems a whole lot simpler and easier than running around the truck fiddling with it...

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With cpp perches and sliding motor mounts it will not go in with speed engineering 1 7/8 longtubes. Good news is the 4l80e fits with the low hump with about 1/2" clearance. Tons of room on the back of the engine and firewall.

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Wow that sucks. What is your plan B?

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Just took them off and installed them after the motor was in. Had to massage the passenger side. It is a pain doing it by yourself.