Crate Motor for 1972 K20 - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

JohnHavla · 01-26-2015, 10:37 PM

I'm looking for advise. I've got a 1972 K20 with a 350 motor that is trashed. I was told by the original owner that the motor is "original" and was never rebuilt.

Given some questionable information he's given me in the past on the truck, I frankly don't believe anything he tells me.

I'd like to know if anyone has some recent experience/recommendations on the best source for a 350 crate motor.

Many thanks,

John

**GMC-YA68** · 01-26-2015, 10:41 PM

I'd make sure you get one with a hydraulic cam and not flat tappet. The tappet cams are an old design and not ideal for today's "zinc-less" oils unless you want to mix in the additives. Not a bad thing, but I wouldn't want one.

1972BlueC20 · 01-26-2015, 11:22 PM

I just installed a 350 / 330 hp crate. Gm part # 19210008

Got it from summit racing for right under $4k. Engine is very powerful. Runs very smooth too.

Here's a cold start video I made of the engine in my truck.

http://youtu.be/inld6rvyC2g

Nitis · 01-26-2015, 11:29 PM

All depends on your budget and what you want.

I'm considering west coast engines as they have a better warranty and will basically put together whatever you want.

01-26-2015, 10:37 PM	#1
JohnHavla Registered User Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: California Posts: 27	Crate Motor for 1972 K20 I'm looking for advise. I've got a 1972 K20 with a 350 motor that is trashed. I was told by the original owner that the motor is "original" and was never rebuilt. Given some questionable information he's given me in the past on the truck, I frankly don't believe anything he tells me. I'd like to know if anyone has some recent experience/recommendations on the best source for a 350 crate motor. Many thanks, John

01-26-2015, 10:41 PM	#2
GMC-YA68 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Lee's Summit, MO (KC) Posts: 742	Re: Crate Motor for 1972 K20 I'd make sure you get one with a hydraulic cam and not flat tappet. The tappet cams are an old design and not ideal for today's "zinc-less" oils unless you want to mix in the additives. Not a bad thing, but I wouldn't want one. __________________ -Keegan- '72 Jimmy 4x4 - 5.3/4L65E/NP205 swap http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=663780

01-26-2015, 11:22 PM	#3
1972BlueC20 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 722	Re: Crate Motor for 1972 K20 I just installed a 350 / 330 hp crate. Gm part # 19210008 Got it from summit racing for right under $4k. Engine is very powerful. Runs very smooth too. Here's a cold start video I made of the engine in my truck. http://youtu.be/inld6rvyC2g __________________ 1972 Chevrolet C20 Cheyenne Custom Camper LWB - 350 / 330 HP GM Crate - TH350 / Mild Shift Kit - Dark Blue / Medium Blue - Paint Code 559 Last edited by 1972BlueC20; 01-26-2015 at 11:38 PM.

01-26-2015, 11:29 PM	#4
Nitis Registered User Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: NOR-CAL Posts: 1,134	Re: Crate Motor for 1972 K20 All depends on your budget and what you want. I'm considering west coast engines as they have a better warranty and will basically put together whatever you want.



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