New venture, new questions!

[DaMole]

Well hello everyone!

I've followed this forum and a few others for quite a while. I've been fortunate enough to gain a lot of insight from other people's posts and it has all been invaluable. My only regret is that I wish this website was around the last time me and my dad decided to do our '64 swb and a 67swb! So the time has come again for me to tackle another project. This one happened one day when me and my wife were driving and out of the blue she said, "I want an old truck". After regaining control of the vehicle and thinking I just had a heart attack, I quickly agreed! So we found one and drove it home, barely. It definitely needs a lot of work and I'm up for the task. Did I mention that it's PURPLE?!?! Aside from having two of these trucks under my belt, I was lucky enough to work in a paint and body shop as well as a welding/fab shop for quite a few years, so it won't be for long! I'm excited to get started!

I've already ordered my 4/6 kit from ECE, sway bars, all new brakes and whatnot. I'm basically going to get this truck mechanically sound so we can enjoy it and when we're ready, start on the body work.

So here's where I would like to ask the community for your input. Given the popularity and availability of 5.3ls engines, we've decided to go this route. Comparatively, the cost of doing a ls vs. a full rebuild of a gen I sbc seems like a no-brainer - especially since building a 355 or whatever your choice of CID will be significantly higher to make the same power. With that being said,
I've never attempted to do the "ls swap" but I know I can do it. As far as a "parts" list, I'm aware of some bits and pieces but to get it up and going and to be able to cruise, I don't know. From what I can tell, the process is fairly simple. BTW, I'm sure this is the first question some will ask, I want to go the carburetor route. From what I've gathered, and anyone please chime in if I'm wrong, here's what I'll need.

Intake (edelbrock performer rpm)
Carb (open to suggestions) linkage?
MSD ignition controller (6010 or 6012 depending)
Cam/springs (open to suggestions)
Oil pan?
engine mounts
fuel system? and can i still use the in cab tank for now?


Basically I'm asking for a parts list! lol . I'm sure there's a lot I'm missing but that's why I ask you guys! Thanks for any and all help in advance! I hope to get started on this project soon and post a lot of pics!