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Old 06-03-2013, 01:18 AM   #20
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Re: My 68 Burb- Begining to end.

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Originally Posted by 68GMCburban View Post
Well guys.. I'm having a problem. I'm looking at buying an 8.1 with an Allison transmission to put in my suburban. Has anybody ever done this or know anybody who has? Would it be any different from doing a 5.3? Any input or insight would be appreciated.
The big block fits fine, done that several times. Just not sure about that monster of a transmission.

Don't know of anyone who has done the swap with the 8.1 & Allison that I could point you to.
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