2000 6.5 turbo build or sell

[chebyshortbox65]

So I got a 2000 gm 6.5 out of a 3500HD it is low miles 70,000 was in a service truck that got stolen and burned i tore it down and it has some water damage but will clean up with a hone. Thinking of putting it in a 73 k10 but not sure I am a diesel mechanic by trade and now my way around cat cummins and Detroit but know anything about the 6.5 built a few 7.3 and some duramax. What's the good and bad about these horsepower limits I got the long block intake exhaust manifolds serpentine drive brackets should I let this one go or get it back running I got it and the 4l80e trans for free so give me some info on the 6.5

[marvgarr68]

Lot of info on 6.5's on the web. They are coming back people hated them but they are a good motor when cared for. Look at my build it has a 6.5 built for more power. I say do the swap it's easy and will get good mpg and with a little work lots more power.

[jbclassix]

Keep it if you got it! I have one in my C3500 and I am piecing together one for my Yukon. I love the simplicity and affordability. I had 210,000+ on my 96 and loved it.