[vk_chevy]

nd_guy, your truck looks real nice, I really like the stance with your lift and tires. As far as the engine goes, they look the same from the outside but I think you'll miss torque/power once you swith to the 283,

another thing to consider is dress up your current setup with original style valve covers/intake/ air clean etc... to give it more of that nostalgic look you seem to be after,

enjoy your truck and have fun doing mods