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glock35ipsc · 09-05-2009, 07:47 PM

Ahhh, I have my shop back!!!

The two bundles of wires I'm holding is all that will remain under the hood. The bundle running over the brake booster is left over from the TBI stuff, and I will keep a couple if the are 12v battery and ignition, the rest will probably just get cut short and capped and hidden in the split loom.

The right bundle is to the front light harness, the left bundle is to the starter, oil and temp senders, AC, and a couple other things I'm not sure of right now! I'm pooped!

SBTork · 09-05-2009, 08:33 PM

looking great man. Looks like it will be a busy holiday weekend for you.

menace121978 · 09-05-2009, 11:34 PM

looks great Bob... looks like you got a lot done

now get some rest so you can hit it hard in the morning!!

joe231 · 09-06-2009, 01:29 PM

Right on!!

I love your shop BTW

glock35ipsc · 09-06-2009, 04:55 PM

Thanks Joe!

Got going about 8 this morning, I slept in!

Got the trans pulled out, then got both gas tanks pulled along with ALL fuel lines, return lines, and switch valve. Then pushed Fred back outside to give him one last pressure bath. Cleaned up a few other parts like the trans crossmenber and some misc brackets. After a good drip dry while I cleaned up the shop, my son helped me get him back in.

Then I got the mod done to the engine stand. This will be easy to do in the future once I get the motor mount located and drilled. I have a template made for the piece to weld in, and I'll make one that references the original mount holes to the new holes. Easy.

Then I modded the adapter plate by drilling two new holes and tapping them. Then I cut the front ear off that had the interfering hole. On the clam shells, there is a triangle shaped part that is pressed into it between the three holes that has to be cut out so it sits flush against the adapter plates. Got that cut out, and had to clearance the clam shell in two places, very minor, to clear one bolt head and to be sure I had ample clearance to the AC bracket.

** NOTE - When doing this, the upper rear clam shell bolt will be VERY close to a web on the block. I added a lock and flat washer to be sure I had plenty of room, as I didn't have a shorter 3/8" bolt.

The engine is ready to be bolted to the trans and be set in. Once I get it centered up, I can get the trans crossmember set in place, tack weld the motor mount to the stand, then pull everything out. Then I can drill the holes in the stand and break the tacks off. I'll make the template, then hit it with some paint and bolt it back on.

Getting close!!!!

Oh, the u-joints are the original ones!! 211,000 miles!! I think I know where that minor vibration at certain speeds was coming from now.

And the fuel tanks are pretty dirty inside, and the return line drained BROWN. May have been where the surge was coming from? The fuel that drained out of the fuel filter was brown too.

glock35ipsc · 09-06-2009, 04:57 PM

More...

glock35ipsc · 09-06-2009, 05:00 PM

Here you can see where the upper rear 3/8" bolt comes close to the block web. Just be sure to use a washer on a short bolt. Finger tighten first to be sure.

I'm done for today. It's my boy's 9th birthday, so we are getting ready to head to town then to Grandma and Grandpas!

Tomorrow the 5.3 gets set in it's new home!!!!

menace121978 · 09-06-2009, 08:56 PM

awesome! I UNDERSTAND NOW!! i guess i'm a visual person

**N2TRUX** · 09-06-2009, 10:48 PM

Nice progress Bob...

Driveway Dreams · 09-07-2009, 12:56 AM

Bob, I just have to say it since no body else will. YOU SUCK!

Sorry I had to. Good job on Fred. I can't wait to see him up and running...or is that going to be up and sprinting?

hessian18 · 09-07-2009, 01:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Driveway Dreams

Bob, I just have to say it since no body else will. YOU SUCK!

Sorry I had to. Good job on Fred. I can't wait to see him up and running...or is that going to be up and sprinting?

I can go with that !! X 2 ahahaha

All I can say is soon, I have a truck lined up

Looking forward to more updates.

Bob

JohnC · 09-07-2009, 07:54 AM

Looks awesome man! You are making some serious headway on Fred. Keep the momentum going, and heck you might have this swap done before Fall gets here.

glock35ipsc · 09-07-2009, 10:23 AM

Thanks guys! (except maybe for Gerald

)

I'm setting a lofty goal for myself..... have Fred running for our September BBQ/cruise on the 27th. I may be stretching it a bit, and he may not be 100% completed, but it's the goal for now.

After coffee is done brewing, I'm heading out to set the engine and trans in.

glock35ipsc · 09-07-2009, 12:56 PM

WOOOOOOOOHOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Engine mount mod worked PERFECT, NO mods needed for the trans cross member other than drilling 4 easy holes. Engine is perfectly level side-to-side, and I have 3.5* of angle back. Truck manifolds will work with about a quarter sized piece to be notched from the frame. Drive shaft fits perfect. Even the shifter linkage is in the right place. Passenger side exhaust will hook up the the existing pipe easily. Drivers side will need the pipe cut from the flange and rotated to get the right angle, but will be fairly easy too.

I'm getting a little nervous.... things are going TOO good so far!

Weeks of planning just paid off!!!!!

menace121978 · 09-07-2009, 01:23 PM

you sure work fast! looks like it belongs in there

i sure am glad its going so smooth!!!!!!!!!!

**nlped** · 09-07-2009, 02:16 PM

^^^Yep! I'm sure glad too. Makes the task a lot less daunting with all these pics and info. Now if it will just quit raining for a few days so my damn concrete can get started

JohnC · 09-07-2009, 02:37 PM

Congrats Bob!!!!

The reason it went so easy is the helper you had. Give that girl a cookie!

Man this is should be a sticky thread for sure when it comes to LSX conversion.

glock35ipsc · 09-07-2009, 02:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JohnC

Man this is should be a sticky thread for sure when it comes to LSX conversion.

When it is all done and running, I am going to do a huge post with step by step and pics, and make a FAQ out of it.

Putting on the harness right now, have the engine bay painted, and getting ready to put it back in.

Oh, I just remembered that I forgot to test fit the AC. Oh well, at least that's in a place that I can get to easy to do whatever I might need to.

Lunch time!

JohnC · 09-07-2009, 02:53 PM

Your a man on a mission!!! Keep it up man.

**Palf70Step** · 09-07-2009, 06:05 PM

Very Nice!

Making me think of a square body again.

LiveAnimals · 09-07-2009, 06:09 PM

Well done, I cant wait to see the finished project

Rollinsqrbdy · 09-07-2009, 06:32 PM

wow that looks really good.

**lolife99** · 09-07-2009, 06:43 PM

Glock,...
did you happen to make some "templates" of your new engine plates?
Maybe some for sale in the near future?

glock35ipsc · 09-07-2009, 09:31 PM

Too tired for details tonight, I'll catch up with everyone tomorrow.

I don't want to see the inside of my shop until Wednesday!!

This weekend's progress was HUGE!!!!

I'll leave y'all with these, more coming tomorrow. G'nite!

glock35ipsc · 09-07-2009, 09:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lolife99

Glock,...
did you happen to make some "templates" of your new engine plates?
Maybe some for sale in the near future?

Yes, and yes.

09-05-2009, 07:47 PM	#476
glock35ipsc Next project: 1970 K10 Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Fort Collins, Colo 80524 Posts: 6,684	Re: Glock's new project: "Fred" Ahhh, I have my shop back!!! The two bundles of wires I'm holding is all that will remain under the hood. The bundle running over the brake booster is left over from the TBI stuff, and I will keep a couple if the are 12v battery and ignition, the rest will probably just get cut short and capped and hidden in the split loom. The right bundle is to the front light harness, the left bundle is to the starter, oil and temp senders, AC, and a couple other things I'm not sure of right now! I'm pooped! Attached Images __________________ *Bob* 1970 Chevy K10 LWB "Goldie" 350/TH350 *next project!!* 1981 Chevy C10 LWB 355/TH350 - My son's truck LS SWAP FORUM! Tons of LS swap info here! PLEASE CLICK HERE TO SUPPORT THE GREATEST BOARD ON THE NET! CLICK HERE FOR THE FAQ INDEX by KRUE

09-05-2009, 08:33 PM	#477
SBTork Garage wrench Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: LaCrosse, WI Posts: 1,855	Re: Glock's new project: "Fred" looking great man. Looks like it will be a busy holiday weekend for you. __________________ -Adam 90 V1500 GMC Suburban 350/700R4/NP241..... 01 Saturn SL1 stock DD.....

09-05-2009, 11:34 PM	#478
menace121978 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: orangevale, ca Posts: 3,626	Re: Glock's new project: "Fred" looks great Bob... looks like you got a lot done now get some rest so you can hit it hard in the morning!! __________________ "Dennis the Menace" 1978 Silverado (2wd, 1/2 ton, short bed)complete nut & bolt frame off restomod LQ9/4L80E MY LS SWAP/FRAME OFF BUILD BOOK 2006 TBSS way too much to list

09-06-2009, 01:29 PM	#479
joe231 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Palmer, Alaska Posts: 13,821	Re: Glock's new project: "Fred" Right on!! I love your shop BTW __________________ *CHEVY ONLY*

09-06-2009, 04:55 PM	#480
glock35ipsc Next project: 1970 K10 Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Fort Collins, Colo 80524 Posts: 6,684	Re: Glock's new project: "Fred" Thanks Joe! Got going about 8 this morning, I slept in! Got the trans pulled out, then got both gas tanks pulled along with ALL fuel lines, return lines, and switch valve. Then pushed Fred back outside to give him one last pressure bath. Cleaned up a few other parts like the trans crossmenber and some misc brackets. After a good drip dry while I cleaned up the shop, my son helped me get him back in. Then I got the mod done to the engine stand. This will be easy to do in the future once I get the motor mount located and drilled. I have a template made for the piece to weld in, and I'll make one that references the original mount holes to the new holes. Easy. Then I modded the adapter plate by drilling two new holes and tapping them. Then I cut the front ear off that had the interfering hole. On the clam shells, there is a triangle shaped part that is pressed into it between the three holes that has to be cut out so it sits flush against the adapter plates. Got that cut out, and had to clearance the clam shell in two places, very minor, to clear one bolt head and to be sure I had ample clearance to the AC bracket. NOTE - When doing this, the upper rear clam shell bolt will be VERY close to a web on the block. I added a lock and flat washer to be sure I had plenty of room, as I didn't have a shorter 3/8" bolt. The engine is ready to be bolted to the trans and be set in. Once I get it centered up, I can get the trans crossmember set in place, tack weld the motor mount to the stand, then pull everything out. Then I can drill the holes in the stand and break the tacks off. I'll make the template, then hit it with some paint and bolt it back on. Getting close!!!! Oh, the u-joints are the original ones!! 211,000 miles!! I think I know where that minor vibration at certain speeds was coming from now. And the fuel tanks are pretty dirty inside, and the return line drained BROWN. May have been where the surge was coming from? The fuel that drained out of the fuel filter was brown too. Attached Images __________________ Bob 1970 Chevy K10 LWB "Goldie" 350/TH350 next project!!** 1981 Chevy C10 LWB 355/TH350 - My son's truck LS SWAP FORUM! Tons of LS swap info here! PLEASE CLICK HERE TO SUPPORT THE GREATEST BOARD ON THE NET! CLICK HERE FOR THE FAQ INDEX by KRUE

09-06-2009, 04:57 PM	#481
glock35ipsc Next project: 1970 K10 Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Fort Collins, Colo 80524 Posts: 6,684	Re: Glock's new project: "Fred" More... Attached Images __________________ *Bob* 1970 Chevy K10 LWB "Goldie" 350/TH350 *next project!!* 1981 Chevy C10 LWB 355/TH350 - My son's truck LS SWAP FORUM! Tons of LS swap info here! PLEASE CLICK HERE TO SUPPORT THE GREATEST BOARD ON THE NET! CLICK HERE FOR THE FAQ INDEX by KRUE

09-06-2009, 05:00 PM	#482
glock35ipsc Next project: 1970 K10 Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Fort Collins, Colo 80524 Posts: 6,684	Re: Glock's new project: "Fred" Here you can see where the upper rear 3/8" bolt comes close to the block web. Just be sure to use a washer on a short bolt. Finger tighten first to be sure. I'm done for today. It's my boy's 9th birthday, so we are getting ready to head to town then to Grandma and Grandpas! Tomorrow the 5.3 gets set in it's new home!!!! Attached Images __________________ *Bob* 1970 Chevy K10 LWB "Goldie" 350/TH350 *next project!!* 1981 Chevy C10 LWB 355/TH350 - My son's truck LS SWAP FORUM! Tons of LS swap info here! PLEASE CLICK HERE TO SUPPORT THE GREATEST BOARD ON THE NET! CLICK HERE FOR THE FAQ INDEX by KRUE

09-06-2009, 08:56 PM	#483
menace121978 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: orangevale, ca Posts: 3,626	Re: Glock's new project: "Fred" awesome! I UNDERSTAND NOW!! i guess i'm a visual person __________________ "Dennis the Menace" 1978 Silverado (2wd, 1/2 ton, short bed)complete nut & bolt frame off restomod LQ9/4L80E MY LS SWAP/FRAME OFF BUILD BOOK 2006 TBSS way too much to list

09-06-2009, 10:48 PM	#484
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	Re: Glock's new project: "Fred" Nice progress Bob... __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

09-07-2009, 12:56 AM	#485
Driveway Dreams I have car A.D.D. Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Greeley, Northern Colorado Posts: 4,147	Re: Glock's new project: "Fred" Bob, I just have to say it since no body else will. YOU SUCK! Sorry I had to. Good job on Fred. I can't wait to see him up and running...or is that going to be up and sprinting? __________________ -Gerald Building vehicles in memory of the first "car guy" I ever knew, my Grandpa. Bob Dunham 1935-2009. Rest in peace. 61 GMC Suburban SOLD The 86 build thread SOLD Are you a Colorado member?Click here.

09-07-2009, 07:54 AM	#487
JohnC Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 7,461	Re: Glock's new project: "Fred" Looks awesome man! You are making some serious headway on Fred. Keep the momentum going, and heck you might have this swap done before Fall gets here.

09-07-2009, 10:23 AM	#488
glock35ipsc Next project: 1970 K10 Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Fort Collins, Colo 80524 Posts: 6,684	Re: Glock's new project: "Fred" Thanks guys! (except maybe for Gerald ) I'm setting a lofty goal for myself..... have Fred running for our September BBQ/cruise on the 27th. I may be stretching it a bit, and he may not be 100% completed, but it's the goal for now. After coffee is done brewing, I'm heading out to set the engine and trans in. __________________ *Bob* 1970 Chevy K10 LWB "Goldie" 350/TH350 *next project!!* 1981 Chevy C10 LWB 355/TH350 - My son's truck LS SWAP FORUM! Tons of LS swap info here! PLEASE CLICK HERE TO SUPPORT THE GREATEST BOARD ON THE NET! CLICK HERE FOR THE FAQ INDEX by KRUE

09-07-2009, 12:56 PM	#489
glock35ipsc Next project: 1970 K10 Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Fort Collins, Colo 80524 Posts: 6,684	Re: Glock's new project: "Fred" WOOOOOOOOHOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Engine mount mod worked PERFECT, NO mods needed for the trans cross member other than drilling 4 easy holes. Engine is perfectly level side-to-side, and I have 3.5* of angle back. Truck manifolds will work with about a quarter sized piece to be notched from the frame. Drive shaft fits perfect. Even the shifter linkage is in the right place. Passenger side exhaust will hook up the the existing pipe easily. Drivers side will need the pipe cut from the flange and rotated to get the right angle, but will be fairly easy too. I'm getting a little nervous.... things are going TOO good so far! Weeks of planning just paid off!!!!! Attached Images __________________ *Bob* 1970 Chevy K10 LWB "Goldie" 350/TH350 *next project!!* 1981 Chevy C10 LWB 355/TH350 - My son's truck LS SWAP FORUM! Tons of LS swap info here! PLEASE CLICK HERE TO SUPPORT THE GREATEST BOARD ON THE NET! CLICK HERE FOR THE FAQ INDEX by KRUE

09-07-2009, 01:23 PM	#490
menace121978 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: orangevale, ca Posts: 3,626	Re: Glock's new project: "Fred" you sure work fast! looks like it belongs in there i sure am glad its going so smooth!!!!!!!!!! __________________ "Dennis the Menace" 1978 Silverado (2wd, 1/2 ton, short bed)complete nut & bolt frame off restomod LQ9/4L80E MY LS SWAP/FRAME OFF BUILD BOOK 2006 TBSS way too much to list

09-07-2009, 02:16 PM	#491
nlped Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Hayden, Al. Posts: 4,148	Re: Glock's new project: "Fred" ^^^Yep! I'm sure glad too. Makes the task a lot less daunting with all these pics and info. Now if it will just quit raining for a few days so my damn concrete can get started __________________ Carter 1968 Chevy SWB Fleet... Walt 1963-1/2 Ford Falcon Futura...Martha



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09-07-2009, 02:37 PM	#492
JohnC Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 7,461	Re: Glock's new project: "Fred" Congrats Bob!!!! The reason it went so easy is the helper you had. Give that girl a cookie! Man this is should be a sticky thread for sure when it comes to LSX conversion.

09-07-2009, 02:53 PM	#494
JohnC Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 7,461	Re: Glock's new project: "Fred" Your a man on a mission!!! Keep it up man.

09-07-2009, 06:05 PM	#495
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 47,228	Re: Glock's new project: "Fred" Very Nice! Making me think of a square body again. __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

09-07-2009, 06:09 PM	#496
LiveAnimals Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Antelope, CA Posts: 681	Re: Glock's new project: "Fred" Well done, I cant wait to see the finished project __________________ Kameron YESTERDAY IS HISTORY - TOMORROW IS A MYSTERY I'm a Middle ClASS HOLE 07.5 Dodge 3500 CTD -- Daily 73 C10 Factory BB SWB 2WD

09-07-2009, 06:32 PM	#497
Rollinsqrbdy Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Dexter, N.M. Posts: 1,082	Re: Glock's new project: "Fred" wow that looks really good. __________________ Its Kool to be a square 2013 Chevy Silverado Z71 w/ 7" lift and 35" Nitto's 1985 C-10 ......My dream truck (under construction) 1984 k 10 Silverado...6" lift with 38.5 super swampers New Mexico Member --- Member of the Square Body Club---

09-07-2009, 06:43 PM	#498
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,700	Re: Glock's new project: "Fred" Glock,... did you happen to make some "templates" of your new engine plates? Maybe some for sale in the near future? __________________ Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823

09-07-2009, 09:31 PM	#499
glock35ipsc Next project: 1970 K10 Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Fort Collins, Colo 80524 Posts: 6,684	Re: Glock's new project: "Fred" Too tired for details tonight, I'll catch up with everyone tomorrow. I don't want to see the inside of my shop until Wednesday!! This weekend's progress was HUGE!!!! I'll leave y'all with these, more coming tomorrow. G'nite! __________________ *Bob* 1970 Chevy K10 LWB "Goldie" 350/TH350 *next project!!* 1981 Chevy C10 LWB 355/TH350 - My son's truck LS SWAP FORUM! Tons of LS swap info here! PLEASE CLICK HERE TO SUPPORT THE GREATEST BOARD ON THE NET! CLICK HERE FOR THE FAQ INDEX by KRUE

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