4x4- 5.3/4L65e conversion -Need info on Trans link & Headers - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**amcgeh01** · 02-21-2010, 04:14 PM

Hi All,

I tried searching the threads for my particular project (72' GMC Jimmy 4x4) but did not find any exactly like it.. I have read though that some folks are having problems with the Lokar Billet control arm version VS. the cable operated one in regards to selecting other gears.. ie. 1st, 2nd & 3rd..? If any of you have the metal arm version and do not have any issues I would like to know or see how you installed it... Or if you opine that the cable one is the way to go as well...

The other issue is the headers for this fit.. I don't have enough money right now for the expensive Doug Thorley ones used specifically for this swap but has anyone come across a set that will work without having to cut into the frame..? If so please share the name... I have seen several folks cut into the frames but that is on the regular truck model and not the 4x4 I have... Perhaps they are different and no cutting is involved.. Looking forward to hearing from you.. Thanks..

02-21-2010, 04:14 PM	#1
amcgeh01 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: SoCal Posts: 206	4x4- 5.3/4L65e conversion -Need info on Trans link & Headers Hi All, I tried searching the threads for my particular project (72' GMC Jimmy 4x4) but did not find any exactly like it.. I have read though that some folks are having problems with the Lokar Billet control arm version VS. the cable operated one in regards to selecting other gears.. ie. 1st, 2nd & 3rd..? If any of you have the metal arm version and do not have any issues I would like to know or see how you installed it... Or if you opine that the cable one is the way to go as well... The other issue is the headers for this fit.. I don't have enough money right now for the expensive Doug Thorley ones used specifically for this swap but has anyone come across a set that will work without having to cut into the frame..? If so please share the name... I have seen several folks cut into the frames but that is on the regular truck model and not the 4x4 I have... Perhaps they are different and no cutting is involved.. Looking forward to hearing from you.. Thanks.. __________________ ******************************************** In-work on my 5.3L/4L65E/NP208 case conversion into a 1972 GMC JImmy 4x4... Not as simple as it looks folks.. Last edited by amcgeh01; 02-21-2010 at 05:24 PM.



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