Source for Turnkey LS GENIII 5.3L and 6.0L - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

mcmlxix · 12-13-2011, 06:26 AM

I found a source for 5.3L and 6.0L engines. He's over on Pirate4x and seems to have some good feedback... I havent purchased yet but I think this is the route I'll be going in the spring.... 4 wire hookup and you're ready to go... he doesn't deal in transmissioins though...
Here's his info... LINK

BD TURNKEY ENGINES are GM GENIII Engines that are obtained from wrecking yards primarily from California. They are 5.3L & 6.0L engines from trucks & suv’s. I stipulate they must be clean, free of unusual corrosion, and have no more than 100,000 miles. These are the “cream of the crop” of junkyard engines.

The 5.3L & 6.0L GM engines are great engines for modern aftermarket projects. The 5.3L produces a legitimate 300hp, and the 6.0L, 325hp in stock form. With a good tune that I provide, these numbers go to around 325hp and 350hp respectably. With the addition of the Z06 / LS6 camshaft it is estimated that it pushes the 5.3L to 350+hp, and the 6.0L to 375+hp. These horsepower ratings are honest, naturally aspirated, and most importantly, RELIABLE – and AFFORDABLE!

PRICES - OCTOBER, 2011

COMPLETE TURNKEY ENGINES
60-100k miles
5.3L LM7 -------------------$1995.00
5.3L LM7 w/ Z06 Cam ------ $2600.00

6.0L LQ4 ------------------- $2800.00
6.0L LQ4 w/Z06 Cam ------- $3400.00
6.0L LQ9 ------------------- $3800.00

Engines with 40-60k = +$350
Engines with less than 40k = +$700

Every engine is VIN verified via CarFax, compression tested, placed on a run-stand, and brought up to full temperature. All sensors are checked for proper function, as well as general engine performance. I do not dyno run engines. I encourage anyone interested in my engines to come by and see and hear the engine run for your self. It is very satisfying to know you are truly getting what you pay for, a TURNKEY ENGINE!

Shon · 12-13-2011, 09:38 AM

HOLY CRAP.
we buy complete 5.3s (harness, PCM, accessories, starter, etc) for no more than $900 here and 6.0s are $1200ish.

Mail order tunes are $150-$250.

GCncsuHD · 12-13-2011, 09:57 AM

$$$$$ wow. I'll keep my complete, running, all accessories, harness, pcm 5.3 with 70k for $550. And $600 for a simple Z06 cam install, likely with stock springs...with the engine out of the vehicle?

*JCampbell* · 09-16-2012, 08:21 PM

Where are you guys getting these engines?

Jdubs71 · 09-17-2012, 01:19 AM

I thought I got a decent buy on a 05 5.3 under 40 k for $700 no tranny or ecm though. Keep searching craigslist for guys parting out wrecked trucks and ebay sells a lot as well. People are usually asking too much for them, but you can talk them down.
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HavinSomeFun · 09-17-2012, 10:02 PM

I think he is offering harness and all or did I read it wrong?

BR3W CITY · 09-18-2012, 01:30 AM

I guess for the "Crate motor type" of guy this would work, but damn you pay for it.

ch0psv1lle · 09-18-2012, 03:40 PM

Any source for any lq4/9 blocks/cores?...... i want to build a 408 stroker with a carb and distributor.
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**truckdude239** · 03-25-2013, 04:35 PM

Anyone use this guy?i was looking at his stuff?

it comes with Your BD Turnkey Engines come with the following:

Engine (of course!)
Engine Harness w/OBDII Port (modified OEM for minimum 3 wire hookup to run)
ECM (tuned to your specifications)
Gas Pedal Assembly & TAC Module (if DBW)
Intake Manifold
Oil Pan (generally truck style)
IAT Sensor
Fuel Rail - (5/16 & 3/8 hose easily adapts)
Throttle Body (DBC or DBW)
Throttle Cable, factory OEM style if applicable
All necessary sensors for turnkey application
Flexplate
Starter
Exhaust Manifolds, with connecting pipe to O2’s
Spark Plugs, Wires, & Coil Packs
Water Pump
Alternator & bracket
Air Conditioning Compressor, Bracket, Belt, & Port Blocks
Power Steering Pump & Bracket
Idler Pulley
Serpentine Belt

solidaxel · 03-26-2013, 11:50 PM

My son put a Turnkey in his long travel sand car, and used it hard and it worked great

**Clyde65** · 03-27-2013, 08:25 AM

Those prices arent bad when you look here. BTW, these have everything but the tranny! PCM, Harness

These are some built engines and from what I have been told are well worth the investment, but far out of my reach.

http://www.turnkeyenginesupply.com/c...treet-Engines/

I bought my fuel system from them also. high dollar but I have had no issues and it is alot quieter than most.

**truckdude239** · 03-27-2013, 08:28 AM

My local yard is going to get me engine trans and harness And e m And the pedal for 1600
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Jon01 · 03-27-2013, 09:18 AM

Yeah, that guy is making good $ on those engines. But, he has to get them nut and bolt complete which is tough to do. Most yards are big fans of cutting and hacking things apart vs. unplugging connectors.

12-13-2011, 06:26 AM	#1
mcmlxix Collector of Projects Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 3,106	Source for Turnkey LS GENIII 5.3L and 6.0L I found a source for 5.3L and 6.0L engines. He's over on Pirate4x and seems to have some good feedback... I havent purchased yet but I think this is the route I'll be going in the spring.... 4 wire hookup and you're ready to go... he doesn't deal in transmissioins though... Here's his info... LINK BD TURNKEY ENGINES are GM GENIII Engines that are obtained from wrecking yards primarily from California. They are 5.3L & 6.0L engines from trucks & suv’s. I stipulate they must be clean, free of unusual corrosion, and have no more than 100,000 miles. These are the “cream of the crop” of junkyard engines. The 5.3L & 6.0L GM engines are great engines for modern aftermarket projects. The 5.3L produces a legitimate 300hp, and the 6.0L, 325hp in stock form. With a good tune that I provide, these numbers go to around 325hp and 350hp respectably. With the addition of the Z06 / LS6 camshaft it is estimated that it pushes the 5.3L to 350+hp, and the 6.0L to 375+hp. These horsepower ratings are honest, naturally aspirated, and most importantly, RELIABLE – and AFFORDABLE! PRICES - OCTOBER, 2011 COMPLETE TURNKEY ENGINES 60-100k miles 5.3L LM7 -------------------$1995.00 5.3L LM7 w/ Z06 Cam ------ $2600.00 6.0L LQ4 ------------------- $2800.00 6.0L LQ4 w/Z06 Cam ------- $3400.00 6.0L LQ9 ------------------- $3800.00 Engines with 40-60k = +$350 Engines with less than 40k = +$700 Every engine is VIN verified via CarFax, compression tested, placed on a run-stand, and brought up to full temperature. All sensors are checked for proper function, as well as general engine performance. I do not dyno run engines. I encourage anyone interested in my engines to come by and see and hear the engine run for your self. It is very satisfying to know you are truly getting what you pay for, a TURNKEY ENGINE! __________________ Rich 1972 K5 Blazer CST Click HERE D60 BIG BRAKE UPGRADE Click HERE

12-13-2011, 09:38 AM	#2
Shon Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: sc Posts: 1,203	Re: Source for Turnkey LS GENIII 5.3L and 6.0L HOLY CRAP. we buy complete 5.3s (harness, PCM, accessories, starter, etc) for no more than $900 here and 6.0s are $1200ish. Mail order tunes are $150-$250. __________________ 71 Cheyenne C10 LWB cam'd 6.0/T56 Swap

12-13-2011, 09:57 AM	#3
GCncsuHD Charlie Daniels w/ a Tq Wrench Join Date: May 2009 Location: Statesville, NC Posts: 1,570	Re: Source for Turnkey LS GENIII 5.3L and 6.0L $$$$$ wow. I'll keep my complete, running, all accessories, harness, pcm 5.3 with 70k for $550. And $600 for a simple Z06 cam install, likely with stock springs...with the engine out of the vehicle? __________________ ΜΟΛΩΝ ΛΑΒΕ 67 C10 Shortbed "Great Grandpa's Truck" I6 3 on the Tree 71k original miles 5.3 swap in the works 69 K5 Blazer-Family Beach Cruiser Project 78 K30 Dually Semi-Retired Fire Truck 350/SM465 35"s SOLD01 2500HD ECSB 6.0 4x4 5.13's 8" lift 38"s

09-16-2012, 08:21 PM	#4
JCampbell Account Suspended Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Hesperia, Ca Posts: 1,332	Re: Source for Turnkey LS GENIII 5.3L and 6.0L Where are you guys getting these engines?

09-17-2012, 01:19 AM	#5
Jdubs71 Registered User Join Date: May 2012 Location: Sanger, CA Posts: 415	Re: Source for Turnkey LS GENIII 5.3L and 6.0L I thought I got a decent buy on a 05 5.3 under 40 k for $700 no tranny or ecm though. Keep searching craigslist for guys parting out wrecked trucks and ebay sells a lot as well. People are usually asking too much for them, but you can talk them down. Posted via Mobile Device

09-17-2012, 10:02 PM	#6
HavinSomeFun Still Just Havin Some Fun! Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Piedmont, Oklahoma Posts: 1,145	Re: Source for Turnkey LS GENIII 5.3L and 6.0L I think he is offering harness and all or did I read it wrong? __________________ a green one with some stuff done to it....

09-18-2012, 01:30 AM	#7
BR3W CITY meowMEOWmeowMEOW Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: MKE WI Posts: 7,128	Re: Source for Turnkey LS GENIII 5.3L and 6.0L I guess for the "Crate motor type" of guy this would work, but damn you pay for it. __________________ *'66 Short Step / SD Tuned / Big Cam LQ4 / Backhalfed /Built 4l80e / #REBUILDEVERYTHING* MY BUILD THE H8RDCPTR //\\ MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL REV J HD

09-18-2012, 03:40 PM	#8
ch0psv1lle Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: gilroy, ca Posts: 22	Re: Source for Turnkey LS GENIII 5.3L and 6.0L Any source for any lq4/9 blocks/cores?...... i want to build a 408 stroker with a carb and distributor. Posted via Mobile Device

03-25-2013, 04:35 PM	#9
truckdude239 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Lewisville, Nc Posts: 10,220	Re: Source for Turnkey LS GENIII 5.3L and 6.0L Anyone use this guy?i was looking at his stuff? it comes with Your BD Turnkey Engines come with the following: Engine (of course!) Engine Harness w/OBDII Port (modified OEM for minimum 3 wire hookup to run) ECM (tuned to your specifications) Gas Pedal Assembly & TAC Module (if DBW) Intake Manifold Oil Pan (generally truck style) IAT Sensor Fuel Rail - (5/16 & 3/8 hose easily adapts) Throttle Body (DBC or DBW) Throttle Cable, factory OEM style if applicable All necessary sensors for turnkey application Flexplate Starter Exhaust Manifolds, with connecting pipe to O2’s Spark Plugs, Wires, & Coil Packs Water Pump Alternator & bracket Air Conditioning Compressor, Bracket, Belt, & Port Blocks Power Steering Pump & Bracket Idler Pulley Serpentine Belt __________________ David fuller Ase Certified Mechanic Click here to help support our board!! 1971 Chevy c-10 under going a 4.8l LSx swap Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=421305 2007 Honda Accord my daily 145kmiles 2002 Honda Accord 4 door With 330k(sisters car) 2005 toyota Avalon 228k( brothers car) 2002 Sububran 5.3 245k 2000 Tahoe 5.3l 378 General manager for Marco's Carwash & lube

03-26-2013, 11:50 PM	#10
solidaxel Registered User Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Cactus Patch So. Az Posts: 4,749	Re: Source for Turnkey LS GENIII 5.3L and 6.0L My son put a Turnkey in his long travel sand car, and used it hard and it worked great __________________ 53 TuTone Extended Cab 350 4-Spd 3:08 (SOLD) 53 Chevy Moldy pearl green ZZ-4 4L60E 9" 3:25 55 GMC 1st Black Mll (ZZ4) ZZ6 TKO 600 5 sp 3:73 62 Solidaxle Corvette Roman Red (327 340hp 4spd 3:36) C4 & C5 suspension tube chassis LS 3 4L70E 65 Corvette Coupe 327 350hp 4spd 4:11 78 Black Silverado SWB (350/350) 5.3 & 4L60E 3:42 2000 S-Type 3.0 (wife cruiser) 2003 GMC SCSB 5.3 4L60E 3:42

03-27-2013, 08:25 AM	#11
Clyde65 1965 Chevy C10, 2005 4.8L/4l60 Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: DFW Texas Posts: 8,540	Re: Source for Turnkey LS GENIII 5.3L and 6.0L Those prices arent bad when you look here. BTW, these have everything but the tranny! PCM, Harness These are some built engines and from what I have been told are well worth the investment, but far out of my reach. http://www.turnkeyenginesupply.com/c...treet-Engines/ I bought my fuel system from them also. high dollar but I have had no issues and it is alot quieter than most. __________________ Clyde65 Rebuild of Clyde http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post8338184 69 Aristocrat Lo Liner build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post7561684 *support our troops!*

03-27-2013, 08:28 AM	#12
truckdude239 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Lewisville, Nc Posts: 10,220	Re: Source for Turnkey LS GENIII 5.3L and 6.0L My local yard is going to get me engine trans and harness And e m And the pedal for 1600 Posted via Mobile Device __________________ David fuller Ase Certified Mechanic Click here to help support our board!! 1971 Chevy c-10 under going a 4.8l LSx swap Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=421305 2007 Honda Accord my daily 145kmiles 2002 Honda Accord 4 door With 330k(sisters car) 2005 toyota Avalon 228k( brothers car) 2002 Sububran 5.3 245k 2000 Tahoe 5.3l 378 General manager for Marco's Carwash & lube

03-27-2013, 09:18 AM	#13
Jon01 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: West Des Moines, Iowa Posts: 450	Re: Source for Turnkey LS GENIII 5.3L and 6.0L Yeah, that guy is making good $ on those engines. But, he has to get them nut and bolt complete which is tough to do. Most yards are big fans of cutting and hacking things apart vs. unplugging connectors.



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