1966 SWB Build Thread

[darby555]

Hi everyone, I have learned a lot from this forum so I decided to start a build thread as I finally picked up my truck this week and I will need as much help and advice as I can get along the way.

The truck is a 66 SWB fleetside (6 cyl/3 speed column-shift) in pretty decent shape. I am in the process of ordering parts to get started but here are my major plans:

-5.3 Vortec/4L60e (maybe 4.8)
-gas tank relocation
-power steering
-power 4 wheel disc
-5 lug conversion
-new suspension components (stock ride height)


I am not sure what all I need for engine mounts/perches for the 6 cyl to LS style engine as this is the first time I have attempted an engine swap of any kind. I was looking at the LMC stuff ( http://www.lmctruck.com/icatalog/cbe/full.aspx?Page=95 ) . Anyone used these before? Would I need the perches, SBC mounts and the adjustable slider plates?

Thanks everyone. I'll get some pictures up as soon as I can.