Whatcha got under the hood? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

87Lowrider · 03-29-2008, 10:00 PM

Finishing off a BBC install, how bout some pics of your BBC in the 73-87 truck?

69BBsuburban · 03-29-2008, 10:41 PM

My 454.....I love big blocks!

87Lowrider · 03-31-2008, 03:43 AM

Josh.... Nice and clean... sure thought there'd be more BBCs then that.

redrat · 03-31-2008, 04:12 AM

here ya go. its not done yet but getting close. I think we are going to start it up tomarrow for the first time and break in the cam. ill take some video. How about a picture of yours???

87Lowrider · 03-31-2008, 04:37 AM

Mine is still on the stand but here it is. Hoping to get it in this weekend.

redrat · 03-31-2008, 03:41 PM

looks good 87Lowrider!!! Those valve covers kick a$$... Did you by your plug wires already put together? or did you have to make them? I asume they are MSD right? Post some pictures of it in the truck when you get it put in. Good luck man

8T3GMC · 03-31-2008, 04:53 PM

What do you think about mine.

S10Fan · 03-31-2008, 06:08 PM

Not a C-10 but my S-10..........................

87Lowrider · 04-01-2008, 02:57 AM

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Originally Posted by redrat

looks good 87Lowrider!!! Those valve covers kick a$$... Did you by your plug wires already put together? or did you have to make them? I asume they are MSD right? Post some pictures of it in the truck when you get it put in. Good luck man

It took some searchin' to pick those covers... I have a black set on the 350 in my Jimmy. The Wires came assembled. They are MSD-31809, the dist is MSD-85551. I also have the MSD Blaster HVC and Digital 6 Ignition Box.

You can follow the conversion from the '87 350 TBI to the carbed 454 at:
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=279281

87Lowrider · 04-01-2008, 02:58 AM

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Originally Posted by S10Fan

Not a C-10 but my S-10..........................

All I can say it WOW!

87Lowrider · 04-01-2008, 03:00 AM

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Originally Posted by 8T3GMC

What do you think about mine.

So clean, you could eat off it! What engine is it?

8T3GMC · 04-01-2008, 08:08 AM

350 GM Goodwrench create moter. I love it. The truck is my daily driver and the best part of the create is 3 year, 100,000 mile warenty. That was worth it. when I Graduate from High School the truck is mine and I will get out new alm intake, headers, rear end, and a drop will be going in.

swb85 · 04-01-2008, 05:26 PM

I don't have any pictures of it in the truck, but here's a few of my 383 still on the stand.

bigblock73 · 04-01-2008, 05:31 PM

Hey, I thought we were looking for BIG BLOCK engine pics felles?

Little mice need not apply.

I have some newer pics at home, will post them tonight. 454 bored 060 to 468, fairly mild components. Should be just a tad over 500 HP and 500 TQ, engine built identical to another that dynoed those numbers.

EDIT: added a couple more pics as promised.

Bishops Trucks · 04-01-2008, 05:40 PM

It's in storage right now waiting for a place to go.
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chromyelow1 · 04-01-2008, 11:44 PM

Here is my 305 work in progress. just replaced the valve cover gaskets yesterday and painted the air cleaner and valve covers with the GM orange. Like i sais work in progress.. and ya that air cond. equipment needs to go. my goal is for it to be like redrat.

87Lowrider · 04-02-2008, 03:26 AM

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Originally Posted by 8T3GMC

350 GM Goodwrench create moter. I love it. The truck is my daily driver and the best part of the create is 3 year, 100,000 mile warenty. That was worth it. when I Graduate from High School the truck is mine and I will get out new alm intake, headers, rear end, and a drop will be going in.

Sharp truck!

I'm finishing the 454 install this weekend in anticipation of a shakedown cruise to Gatlinburg on the 12th - 15th.

AirMale · 04-02-2008, 03:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bigblock73

Hey, I thought we were looking for BIG BLOCK engine pics felles?

Little mice need not apply.

I have some newer pics at home, will post them tonight. 454 bored 060 to 468, fairly mild components. Should be just a tad over 500 HP and 500 TQ, engine built identical to another that dynoed those numbers.

EDIT: added a couple more pics as promised.

How the hell is the drivers side valve cover coming off if you want to adjust the rockers? Is that a new quick release vacuum booster...lol

87Lowrider · 04-02-2008, 04:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bigblock73

Hey, I thought we were looking for BIG BLOCK engine pics felles?

Little mice need not apply.

I have some newer pics at home, will post them tonight. 454 bored 060 to 468, fairly mild components. Should be just a tad over 500 HP and 500 TQ, engine built identical to another that dynoed those numbers.

EDIT: added a couple more pics as promised.

It was... I just didn't have the heart to tell them. What truck is that in?

Bishop Trucks: Man, you really need to find a home for that... it'd look awesome in my '57 Stepside!!!

bigblock73 · 04-02-2008, 05:13 AM

Airmale, the drivers VC comes off easily, with no need to remove anything. It is somewhat tight, but I have had it on/off several times. The angle of the VC's makes it doable...if they were the standard tall and flat versions...I think there would be issues.

Keck, I even have Harland Sharpe rockers under there.

bigblock73 · 04-02-2008, 05:16 AM

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Originally Posted by 87Lowrider

It was... I just didn't have the heart to tell them. What truck is that in?

It is in my '73.

87Lowrider · 04-02-2008, 05:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bigblock73

It is in my '73.

Cool, u got a thread for the buildup?

.. Mine is just a bit over stock... building a 496 for the '57 later this year.

Kenny

69BBsuburban · 04-02-2008, 08:38 PM

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Originally Posted by bigblock73

Keck, I even have Harland Sharpe rockers under there.

Me too....
Love the Harland's.....use 'em in all my BB's.

Nice setup BB73....

454HO · 04-02-2008, 10:03 PM

Mine is still not quite finished, but it's getting close.

I am cleaning up the wiring right now.

The previous owner thought garden hose made a good wire loom.

jermasaurus · 04-03-2008, 03:06 AM

Lets see the twin turbos!! I know a few of you have them.

03-29-2008, 10:00 PM	#1
87Lowrider Navy Radioman Veteran Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Western Kentucky Posts: 1,350	Whatcha got under the hood? Finishing off a BBC install, how bout some pics of your BBC in the 73-87 truck? __________________ 1987 Chevrolet R10 Silverado BBC Build thread - SOLD 1986 GMC Sierra Classic - SOLD 1957 Chevy Step Side - At the Body Shop Daily Driver; 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 4x4 Z71 Stepside

03-29-2008, 10:41 PM	#2
69BBsuburban Right in front of you. Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Roy, Wa Posts: 584	Re: Whatcha got under the hood? My 454.....I love big blocks! __________________ Pinstriping by Josh '78 Chevy Silverado SWB (lowered, 454) '90 Chevy Sport Truck '68 Dodge Charger R/T 1930 Ford Model A Last edited by 69BBsuburban; 03-29-2008 at 10:43 PM.

03-31-2008, 03:43 AM	#3
87Lowrider Navy Radioman Veteran Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Western Kentucky Posts: 1,350	Re: Whatcha got under the hood? Josh.... Nice and clean... sure thought there'd be more BBCs then that. __________________ 1987 Chevrolet R10 Silverado BBC Build thread - SOLD 1986 GMC Sierra Classic - SOLD 1957 Chevy Step Side - At the Body Shop Daily Driver; 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 4x4 Z71 Stepside

03-31-2008, 04:12 AM	#4
redrat gearhead Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Tulsa OK Posts: 144	Re: Whatcha got under the hood? here ya go. its not done yet but getting close. I think we are going to start it up tomarrow for the first time and break in the cam. ill take some video. How about a picture of yours??? Attached Images __________________ 2003 GMC Z71 Daily driver 1982 Chevy 2wd short bed, project, boxerdra@hotmail.com

03-31-2008, 04:37 AM	#5
87Lowrider Navy Radioman Veteran Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Western Kentucky Posts: 1,350	Re: Whatcha got under the hood? Mine is still on the stand but here it is. Hoping to get it in this weekend. __________________ 1987 Chevrolet R10 Silverado BBC Build thread - SOLD 1986 GMC Sierra Classic - SOLD 1957 Chevy Step Side - At the Body Shop Daily Driver; 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 4x4 Z71 Stepside

03-31-2008, 03:41 PM	#6
redrat gearhead Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Tulsa OK Posts: 144	Re: Whatcha got under the hood? looks good 87Lowrider!!! Those valve covers kick a$$... Did you by your plug wires already put together? or did you have to make them? I asume they are MSD right? Post some pictures of it in the truck when you get it put in. Good luck man __________________ 2003 GMC Z71 Daily driver 1982 Chevy 2wd short bed, project, boxerdra@hotmail.com

03-31-2008, 04:53 PM	#7
8T3GMC Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Sevierville,TN Posts: 138	Re: Whatcha got under the hood? What do you think about mine. __________________ For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son to who ever believed shall not perish but have eternal life. Red 8T3 10/2/10 2/29/12 Gracie-Jo PAK-MAN.

03-31-2008, 06:08 PM	#8
S10Fan Old Heap Driver Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Newport News, Va Posts: 2,640	Re: Whatcha got under the hood? Not a C-10 but my S-10.......................... Attached Images __________________ _____________________________ Bryan '99 Silverado 1500, 4.3, 5-speed, reg cab, short bed '50 Chevy 2DR Hard Top, 350/350, M2 Front End, 3:08 gear, cruiser. '40 F**d Sedan, all Chevy power, Heidt's front end, TCI rear, nice driver.

04-01-2008, 08:08 AM	#12
8T3GMC Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Sevierville,TN Posts: 138	Re: Whatcha got under the hood? 350 GM Goodwrench create moter. I love it. The truck is my daily driver and the best part of the create is 3 year, 100,000 mile warenty. That was worth it. when I Graduate from High School the truck is mine and I will get out new alm intake, headers, rear end, and a drop will be going in. __________________ For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son to who ever believed shall not perish but have eternal life. Red 8T3 10/2/10 2/29/12 Gracie-Jo PAK-MAN.

04-01-2008, 05:26 PM	#13
swb85 On a budget like Fred Sanford Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Topeka, KS Posts: 2,031	Re: Whatcha got under the hood? I don't have any pictures of it in the truck, but here's a few of my 383 still on the stand. __________________ '85 Silverado swb: 383 stroker, 10.5:1, vortec heads, 232/238 roller cam, RPM air gap, performer 750 carb, stainless longtubes, 3" duals/super 44's, T56/4.11 383ci build / exterior refresh thread '98 Camaro z28: 370ci twin turbo 370ci build '01 Tahoe LT 4x4: 5.3, longtubes/ory, magnaflow duals, custom tune....wife's DD

04-01-2008, 05:31 PM	#14
bigblock73 yeller Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Twin Cities Posts: 13,826	Re: Whatcha got under the hood? Hey, I thought we were looking for BIG BLOCK engine pics felles? Little mice need not apply. I have some newer pics at home, will post them tonight. 454 bored 060 to 468, fairly mild components. Should be just a tad over 500 HP and 500 TQ, engine built identical to another that dynoed those numbers. EDIT: added a couple more pics as promised. Attached Images __________________ Jeff 73-87.com 73-87.com Facebook page 73-87 cab corner 6x9 speaker brackets for sale 67-72 cab corner speaker brackets for sale 47-54 cab corner speaker brackets for sale Last edited by bigblock73; 04-02-2008 at 01:22 AM.

04-01-2008, 05:40 PM	#15
Bishops Trucks KEEP ON TRUCKIN' Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Sterling, Va. Posts: 5,731	Re: Whatcha got under the hood? It's in storage right now waiting for a place to go. __________________ JIM '97 GMC Sierra K1500 '95 Chevy Silverado C1500 '71 Cheyenne Z71 / LT1 & 4-Speed SWB K/10 Father/Son Project http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4l689JKXPnA http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/payments.php "LIVIN' FREE FOREVER"

04-01-2008, 11:44 PM	#16
chromyelow1 OPS GUY Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Tx Posts: 162	Re: Whatcha got under the hood? Here is my 305 work in progress. just replaced the valve cover gaskets yesterday and painted the air cleaner and valve covers with the GM orange. Like i sais work in progress.. and ya that air cond. equipment needs to go. my goal is for it to be like redrat. Attached Images Last edited by chromyelow1; 04-01-2008 at 11:45 PM.

04-02-2008, 05:13 AM	#20
bigblock73 yeller Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Twin Cities Posts: 13,826	Re: Whatcha got under the hood? Airmale, the drivers VC comes off easily, with no need to remove anything. It is somewhat tight, but I have had it on/off several times. The angle of the VC's makes it doable...if they were the standard tall and flat versions...I think there would be issues. Keck, I even have Harland Sharpe rockers under there. Attached Images __________________ Jeff 73-87.com 73-87.com Facebook page 73-87 cab corner 6x9 speaker brackets for sale 67-72 cab corner speaker brackets for sale 47-54 cab corner speaker brackets for sale Last edited by bigblock73; 04-02-2008 at 05:15 AM.

04-02-2008, 10:03 PM	#24
454HO Registered User Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 1,224	Re: Whatcha got under the hood? Mine is still not quite finished, but it's getting close. I am cleaning up the wiring right now. The previous owner thought garden hose made a good wire loom. __________________ - Greg



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