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WBORO'DAVE · 11-17-2004, 08:35 AM

I have been watching this board for a long time and have got alot of good info, thanks. My K5 is a 72 i use it as a daily driver, hunting, fishing and hauling the dog.
IF I could get some opinions on an engine swap. It curently has a 305 in it from late model Chevell 79 model I think. It is very tired and cant pull it'self out of a minor mud hole. I want to put in a new crate motor.

jet mec · 11-17-2004, 08:51 AM

Welcome to the board.

bouncytruck · 11-17-2004, 12:47 PM

Welcome to the board. Post some pictures of your truck and fill out your location when you get a chance.

How much are you looking to spend on a crate motor? My buddy put the "base" model in his '66 3/4 4x4 and he is extremely happy with it. It would be great for a daily driver and they start around $1375.00 for a long block with tin from GM.

Big J · 11-17-2004, 01:22 PM

Welcome from Kentucky. There are a ton of choices when it comes to crate motors. I've got a friend with the base crate 350 and he wouldn't trade it for anything. Heres a link with some choices, good luck.
http://www.gmpartsdepot.com/store/ca...ategory_ID=63&

WBORO'DAVE · 11-17-2004, 02:20 PM

http://images.snapfish.com/342394672...%3B73296wp1lsi

HELP WITH IMAGES ????

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71swb4x4 · 11-17-2004, 02:59 PM

I tried to help you out but your links didn't work for me. you need to have [img] immediately before your address to your linked pic and [/img] immediately after.
Hope that helps.

Blaz'n · 11-17-2004, 04:04 PM

Welcome, I have a base 350 crate in mine, and I'm very happy with it, which I use for a daily driver, and a limo service for my dogs.

Blue Beard · 11-17-2004, 07:24 PM

Welcome to the board from SW Washington State...

LUV2XCLR8 · 11-17-2004, 07:43 PM

WELCOME 2 THE BOARD FROM WEST 10-UH-C

*dtlilly* · 11-18-2004, 02:42 AM

Welcome to the board. A good ZZ3 is always popular.

FuelCellGuy · 11-18-2004, 08:48 AM

WBORO=Winnsboro??, Hello neighbor!

WBORO'DAVE · 11-18-2004, 09:08 AM

I hale from Walterboro, SC in what we call the low country (swamps)

I'm trying to decide if it would be worth it to spend the extra $3-4k for a 350+ hp GM crate or get a stock GM crate. I wouldn't have to sell my Hharley Sportster if i go with the stock motor.

Huck · 11-18-2004, 09:23 AM

Been running a base model GM crate 350 for 4 years and am very satisfied. Made in Mexico, came with a 3 year 50K mile warranty. Can't rebuild one for the price. Runs stong with some minor tweeking or get an extra 30-40hp by swapping over to vortec heads/intake. Hard to beat for the money. Try the prices from Pace auto, jeggs, summit, etc. Shop around then take the best price to you local Chevy dealer to see if they would match the deal. Should be able to get one for around $1300-1350. If you buy out of state and pick it up you might be able to beat out the sales tax as well!!

k5hart · 11-19-2004, 04:06 PM

Walterboro huh! Welcome Dave. I am in James Island, SC. Across the river from Charleston. Nice to see someone else so close.

WBORO'DAVE · 11-19-2004, 04:33 PM

started asking around at work and getting opinions, and a frend of a friend had just pulled out of his 80 k10 a rebuilt and modified for torque 350 to put in a 454 he had built only 1000 mi on it. Best part only $300, has everything on it headers to carb.

JayDubBlazer · 11-19-2004, 04:57 PM

I have the crate and like it though I think I might put some vortec heads on it this winter. But it is a four-bolt main so I should like a little more power

FRENCHBLUE72 · 11-20-2004, 07:55 PM

Welcoem from southern oregon ... Nice looking blazer ...

11-17-2004, 08:35 AM	#1
WBORO'DAVE Registered User Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 9	New To Board I have been watching this board for a long time and have got alot of good info, thanks. My K5 is a 72 i use it as a daily driver, hunting, fishing and hauling the dog. IF I could get some opinions on an engine swap. It curently has a 305 in it from late model Chevell 79 model I think. It is very tired and cant pull it'self out of a minor mud hole. I want to put in a new crate motor. Last edited by WBORO'DAVE; 11-17-2004 at 04:52 PM. Reason: ADD IMAGES, AGAIN

11-17-2004, 12:47 PM	#3
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,049	Welcome to the board. Post some pictures of your truck and fill out your location when you get a chance. How much are you looking to spend on a crate motor? My buddy put the "base" model in his '66 3/4 4x4 and he is extremely happy with it. It would be great for a daily driver and they start around $1375.00 for a long block with tin from GM. __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

11-17-2004, 01:22 PM	#4
Big J Its lookin' like a Blazer! Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Gods Country, KY Posts: 1,773	Welcome from Kentucky. There are a ton of choices when it comes to crate motors. I've got a friend with the base crate 350 and he wouldn't trade it for anything. Heres a link with some choices, good luck. http://www.gmpartsdepot.com/store/ca...ategory_ID=63& __________________ BAZINGA! My Build

11-17-2004, 02:20 PM	#5
WBORO'DAVE Registered User Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 9	http://images.snapfish.com/342394672...%3B73296wp1lsi HELP WITH IMAGES ???? imghttp://images.snapfish.com/3423946723232%7Ffp58%3Dwp%3E2339%3D95%3A%3D%3A53%3DXROQDF%3E232368%3A%3B73296wp1lsi/img Last edited by WBORO'DAVE; 11-17-2004 at 04:32 PM.

11-17-2004, 02:59 PM	#6
71swb4x4 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Brookings, SD Posts: 10,497	I tried to help you out but your links didn't work for me. you need to have [img] immediately before your address to your linked pic and [/img] immediately after. Hope that helps. __________________ Some people are like slinkies, they aren't good for anything, but you can't help but smile when you see one tumble down the stairs. Last edited by 71swb4x4; 11-17-2004 at 03:01 PM.

11-17-2004, 08:51 AM	#2
jet mec Registered User Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Ga Posts: 30	Welcome to the board.

11-17-2004, 04:04 PM	#7
Blaz'n Registered User Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: central coast, CA Posts: 22	Welcome, I have a base 350 crate in mine, and I'm very happy with it, which I use for a daily driver, and a limo service for my dogs. __________________ A IS A "$" 1972 K5

11-17-2004, 07:24 PM	#8
Blue Beard Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Washington State Posts: 8,834	Welcome to the board from SW Washington State... __________________ 1970 Chev CST 2003 Harley Fatboy 1975 Chevrolet Step Van 1956 Chev Bel Air 1977 Blazer 2WD For Sale $3000.00 1978 Blazer 2WD For Sale $7000.00 1978 Silverado 2005 Monte Carlo

11-17-2004, 07:43 PM	#9
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,484	WELCOME 2 THE BOARD FROM WEST 10-UH-C __________________ Owner/Op: "TN Classic Transport Carriers" The Toy: "Square Vette" 72 Hybrid Blazer Toy Barn: "LuvShack" 40 x 60 x 20 Shop Tow Piggy:"Maddy" 88 Silverado 3500 Hauler: "Feathers" 14 Aluma 8218T

11-18-2004, 02:42 AM	#10
dtlilly Account Suspended Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Shadow of Lambeau Field Posts: 5,597	Welcome to the board. A good ZZ3 is always popular.

11-18-2004, 08:48 AM	#11
FuelCellGuy FUEL CELL GURU Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Mineola, Texas Posts: 993	WBORO=Winnsboro??, Hello neighbor!

11-18-2004, 09:08 AM	#12
WBORO'DAVE Registered User Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 9	Thanks For The Welcomes I hale from Walterboro, SC in what we call the low country (swamps) I'm trying to decide if it would be worth it to spend the extra $3-4k for a 350+ hp GM crate or get a stock GM crate. I wouldn't have to sell my Hharley Sportster if i go with the stock motor.

11-18-2004, 09:23 AM	#13
Huck Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Shelbyville, KY Posts: 3,269	Been running a base model GM crate 350 for 4 years and am very satisfied. Made in Mexico, came with a 3 year 50K mile warranty. Can't rebuild one for the price. Runs stong with some minor tweeking or get an extra 30-40hp by swapping over to vortec heads/intake. Hard to beat for the money. Try the prices from Pace auto, jeggs, summit, etc. Shop around then take the best price to you local Chevy dealer to see if they would match the deal. Should be able to get one for around $1300-1350. If you buy out of state and pick it up you might be able to beat out the sales tax as well!!

11-19-2004, 04:06 PM	#14
k5hart Registered User Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Charleston, South Carolina Posts: 1,370	Walterboro huh! Welcome Dave. I am in James Island, SC. Across the river from Charleston. Nice to see someone else so close. __________________ 2006 Silverado CCSB, 1939 Ford Sedan, 1962 BelAir Wagon, 1976 Vega Panel Charleston, South Carolina

11-19-2004, 04:33 PM	#15
WBORO'DAVE Registered User Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 9	found a motor started asking around at work and getting opinions, and a frend of a friend had just pulled out of his 80 k10 a rebuilt and modified for torque 350 to put in a 454 he had built only 1000 mi on it. Best part only $300, has everything on it headers to carb.



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11-19-2004, 04:57 PM	#16
JayDubBlazer go cyclones Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Ames, IA Posts: 1,885	I have the crate and like it though I think I might put some vortec heads on it this winter. But it is a four-bolt main so I should like a little more power __________________ Wes PROJECT OLE GREEN 1972 Blazer 4X4 350/700R4 2017 Silverado LT

11-20-2004, 07:55 PM	#17
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,608	Welcoem from southern oregon ... Nice looking blazer ... __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

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