72 C20 LS Swap/Build

[DM72C20]

Hi,

New to this forum thing still. I have learned so much from reading other build threads and thought I would post my progress on my LS swap into my C20. I've been working on it at my dad's place where he has a great big garage full of tools.

I wanted to do the swap since the 350/350 combo (not original - PO changed it out already) I had was getting really terrible mileage and lacked power. The donor truck is a 2009 Silverado with a 4.8 and 4L60E.

My truck is used for work and for fun driving like on road trips. I'm after the better mileage, more power, ease of starting and reliability from the swap. Not really concerned with upgrading much beyond stock.

I'm on a budget as well so am inclined to fabricate and/or reuse things that will work rather than buy new. I'll try to use part numbers, sources and cost in Canadian dollars for reference.

Where I'm at for costs, March 2, 2020:

2009 Silverado donor truck $800
Motor Mounts, Prothane 7509, $118
Motor mount adapters, ICT 551628, $56
Transmission mount, Energy Suspension 3.1108g $38
Exhaust manifolds and gaskets, GM Parts Direct, 2006-2009 TBSS, 12600527, 12600526, 2pcs. 12617944, $247
Driveshaft, local shop, reused 09 yoke, $300
Fuel tank, Brothers Trucks, BSGT069, $217
Sending unit, Brothers Trucks, STK72SU, $39

Total $1815 CDN