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collin86 · 02-16-2008, 06:30 AM

is anyone swapping in ls1's. if so do you have some pics and info on the swap and what kind of performance your getting out of it

ghettocruiser · 02-16-2008, 07:22 AM

I'm getting things ready to do 5.3 swap, so any info here will be helpful. I think there are a few here that have done it.

bobbo · 02-16-2008, 07:29 AM

I am getting ready to do it as well. A 5.3L in a 69 GMC...I already have the engine/harness/and computer...still trying to work out details with it and transmission specifics as I am wanting to run a 700R4 in it. Will post when I get going on it...

midwestcar · 02-16-2008, 07:36 AM

verry easy swappp!!!! probably the easiest ls swap ive done.

kainzien · 02-16-2008, 12:07 PM

Some buddies and I are currently putting a 01 LS1 in my 81 short-wide, and its gone basically well.. I used painless wiring, hooker LS1 street rod headers, and pcmforless tuning.
One of my buddies that helping me with my swap, has a 72 2wd blazer with a 5.3 and 700r4, and his blazer runs extremely well, and could basically be daily driven..

Thumpin455 · 02-16-2008, 12:28 PM

Actually been thinkin of swappin the 454 for an L92 in the 76, or maybe droppin one in the 87 3/4 ton the 454 came out of. Easy to get 500+hp from one of those and you still get good mileage with them. Also easy to change to ethanol, since that is one of my other projects.

I have plenty of buds who have swapped LS1s into stuff, mostly 3rd gen F bodies. The 4L80E would be perfect for towin my project vehicles between Nebraska and Michigan.

**Captkaos** · 02-17-2008, 01:42 AM

The progress I have done so far on my 6.0L swap is here. It is about to change trucks though...

http://forum.73-87chevytrucks.com/sm...p?topic=5225.0

bigblock73 · 02-17-2008, 02:53 AM

Here is a good article

http://www.73-87.com/7387garage/drivetrain/ls1.htm

71Farmtruck · 03-12-2008, 07:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kainzien

One of my buddies that helping me with my swap, has a 72 2wd blazer with a 5.3 and 700r4, and his blazer runs extremely well, and could basically be daily driven..

You talkin about jesse james's fat little brother?

Whats up James!

knightlife · 03-13-2008, 12:55 AM

hm.... 6.0 sounds mighty loverly... a buddy of mine just wrecked his T/A and is just so happening to part it out hehehe

Thumpin455 · 03-13-2008, 01:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by knightlife

hm.... 6.0 sounds mighty loverly... a buddy of mine just wrecked his T/A and is just so happening to part it out hehehe

Strange, it isnt on the local boards. You mean we missed someone in Charleston who owned a F body? Unpossible!

Oh a buddy from back home then..

knightlife · 03-13-2008, 05:22 AM

aye... hes from texas, but I wont hold taht against him lol

wildmanaaron · 05-18-2008, 08:28 PM

I put an LS-1 and 4L60E in my Blazer. I had never done a complete engine swap like this before and had NEVER wired an engine before. Do your homework and learn about the swap and it is worth it!

gchemist · 05-19-2008, 06:18 AM

77 with an LS-1
http://www.hotrodlane.cc/77chevytruck/77chevy.htm

CavScoutsC10 · 05-19-2008, 07:55 PM

check out Street and Performance at http://hotrodlane.cc/. I think they are a little overpriced. But, they have an arse-load of information that'll help on the swap.

02-16-2008, 06:30 AM	#1
collin86 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: spokane, WA Posts: 136	ls1 swap, anyone doing it? is anyone swapping in ls1's. if so do you have some pics and info on the swap and what kind of performance your getting out of it

02-16-2008, 07:22 AM	#2
ghettocruiser Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: cameron, tx Posts: 35	Re: ls1 swap, anyone doing it? I'm getting things ready to do 5.3 swap, so any info here will be helpful. I think there are a few here that have done it. __________________ Carson 1995 Sonoma--LT1/T56, full suspension mods, curvy road style <---Hasn't moved in years 1967 Camaro--undergoing restification <-- 1975 Blazer--thats what I'm here for 1978/84 C30 Crew Cab--Going to try for a spare parts build using mostly Suburban parts...

02-16-2008, 07:29 AM	#3
bobbo Droppin' It Like It's Hot! Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Battlefield, Missouri Posts: 2,934	Re: ls1 swap, anyone doing it? I am getting ready to do it as well. A 5.3L in a 69 GMC...I already have the engine/harness/and computer...still trying to work out details with it and transmission specifics as I am wanting to run a 700R4 in it. Will post when I get going on it... __________________ Robert Life Member RIP CAROL JANICE HARTMAN. BELOVED MOTHER. 01/04/53 - 03/05/09 1969 1500 Norwood, MO 2007 Big Sandy, TN 2008 Had nothing to do with the forklift! Kirkwood, MO (Midwest Meet 2009) Midwest All Truck Nationals, KCMO - 2008 - 2009 - 2010 - 2012 - 2014 SUPPORT THE SITE HERE!

02-16-2008, 07:36 AM	#4
midwestcar Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: new baden illinois Posts: 104	Re: ls1 swap, anyone doing it? verry easy swappp!!!! probably the easiest ls swap ive done. __________________ mike midwest images http://www.myspace.com/midwestpaintandmetal http://www.webshots.com/user/midwestimages http://www.midwest-images.com

02-16-2008, 12:07 PM	#5
kainzien Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Texas Posts: 93	Re: ls1 swap, anyone doing it? Some buddies and I are currently putting a 01 LS1 in my 81 short-wide, and its gone basically well.. I used painless wiring, hooker LS1 street rod headers, and pcmforless tuning. One of my buddies that helping me with my swap, has a 72 2wd blazer with a 5.3 and 700r4, and his blazer runs extremely well, and could basically be daily driven.. __________________ Chickenhouse chopshop 81 rcsb chevy bagged LS1/4l60E(under the knife) 94 ecswb L92 headed LQ9/ 4l80E(waiting to go under the knife) 78 rcsb chevy LQ4/4L80E

02-16-2008, 12:28 PM	#6
Thumpin455 My truck is an alcoholic Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Marquette Mi Posts: 303	Re: ls1 swap, anyone doing it? Actually been thinkin of swappin the 454 for an L92 in the 76, or maybe droppin one in the 87 3/4 ton the 454 came out of. Easy to get 500+hp from one of those and you still get good mileage with them. Also easy to change to ethanol, since that is one of my other projects. I have plenty of buds who have swapped LS1s into stuff, mostly 3rd gen F bodies. The 4L80E would be perfect for towin my project vehicles between Nebraska and Michigan. __________________ Too much stuff, too many projects to list everything. my 454 urged 76 swb beater

02-17-2008, 01:42 AM	#7
Captkaos www.73-87chevytrucks.com Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Birmingham, AL Posts: 6,935	Re: ls1 swap, anyone doing it? The progress I have done so far on my 6.0L swap is here. It is about to change trucks though... http://forum.73-87chevytrucks.com/sm...p?topic=5225.0 __________________ Chris Lucas 1973 Chevy C-10 1978 GMC Jimmy (2WD) - SOLD 1987 R10 twin turbo LS 1991 R3500 SRW CrewCab 1985 K5 diesel swapped project 1989 K5 2WD conversion w/ Vette susp Project Captkaos Customs 73-87chevytrucks.com

02-17-2008, 02:53 AM	#8
bigblock73 yeller Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Twin Cities Posts: 13,826	Re: ls1 swap, anyone doing it? Here is a good article http://www.73-87.com/7387garage/drivetrain/ls1.htm __________________ 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

03-13-2008, 12:55 AM	#10
knightlife Dark Heart Motorsports Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: 29404 DKFX Posts: 683	Re: ls1 swap, anyone doing it? hm.... 6.0 sounds mighty loverly... a buddy of mine just wrecked his T/A and is just so happening to part it out hehehe __________________ How Deep Can YOU Bleed..? 1985 Chevy Blazer K5- 6.2 N/A, 400 turbo trans CUCV, 12v converted... a new chapter 2005 GMC Sierra Crew Cab 6.0 powwwaa!!! custom jumpseat install w/ captain seats, Hypertech tuner, MSD Blaster Coils, CB and twin antenna's, all electric interior, touch screen in dash. custom center console, with jump seat replacing original console. 1500 HD!

03-13-2008, 05:22 AM	#12
knightlife Dark Heart Motorsports Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: 29404 DKFX Posts: 683	Re: ls1 swap, anyone doing it? aye... hes from texas, but I wont hold taht against him lol __________________ How Deep Can YOU Bleed..? 1985 Chevy Blazer K5- 6.2 N/A, 400 turbo trans CUCV, 12v converted... a new chapter 2005 GMC Sierra Crew Cab 6.0 powwwaa!!! custom jumpseat install w/ captain seats, Hypertech tuner, MSD Blaster Coils, CB and twin antenna's, all electric interior, touch screen in dash. custom center console, with jump seat replacing original console. 1500 HD!

05-18-2008, 08:28 PM	#13
wildmanaaron Registered User Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Bowling Green, KY Posts: 396	Re: ls1 swap, anyone doing it? I put an LS-1 and 4L60E in my Blazer. I had never done a complete engine swap like this before and had NEVER wired an engine before. Do your homework and learn about the swap and it is worth it!

05-19-2008, 06:18 AM	#14
gchemist BAD BOW-Silverado XST Join Date: May 2000 Location: Senior Member from Austin, TX Posts: 6,431	Re: ls1 swap, anyone doing it? 77 with an LS-1 http://www.hotrodlane.cc/77chevytruck/77chevy.htm __________________ Gerardo a.k.a. Mad Chemist Silverado XST videos

05-19-2008, 07:55 PM	#15
CavScoutsC10 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: East Bay, CA Posts: 24	Re: ls1 swap, anyone doing it? check out Street and Performance at http://hotrodlane.cc/. I think they are a little overpriced. But, they have an arse-load of information that'll help on the swap.



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