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**67cheby** · 01-08-2013, 12:12 PM

LOL....yes i think anything would look good with that in it !

72BlckButy · 01-08-2013, 02:35 PM

Rob... so the rest of us can know, just how do you come into an engine like this? Put out feelers everywhere?

**Hart_Rod** · 01-08-2013, 03:12 PM

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Originally Posted by 67cheby

WOW...sweet POWER PLANT !

Thanks!

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Originally Posted by Zoomin

It sure is!

Square Peg sure would look cool with this for sure. Heck, anything would.

Thanks...yes it would,

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Originally Posted by 67cheby

LOL....yes i think anything would look good with that in it !

True dat!

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Rob... so the rest of us can know, just how do you come into an engine like this? Put out feelers everywhere?

I happened to find this one on LS1Tech. I had been looking on ebay, searching Craigslist and anywhere else I thought might have one these for about 2 months. I limited myself somewhat because I wanted low miles and the 6.2/6L8E. Finding them with 25-50K miles is fairly easy AND cheaper. I also talked to William at American Pickup Salvage in NW Arkansas. He's got some really good stuff/deals and I probably would have bought a 2500 HD 6.0/6L90E from him had I not found this one. Bottom line: do your homework, no what package you want and keep your eyes open for a deal.

**steelhorse** · 01-08-2013, 04:11 PM

Nice

C10_ustacould · 01-08-2013, 04:15 PM

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Originally Posted by 72BlckButy

Rob... so the rest of us can know, just how do you come into an engine like this? Put out feelers everywhere?

He's like that kid from the sixth sense, but he doesn't see dead people, he sees incredible deals!

68 short step · 01-08-2013, 06:53 PM

nice

LOW DOUGH · 01-08-2013, 09:36 PM

Going to be very cool. I've got to see this.

killer71 · 01-08-2013, 10:40 PM

Looks like its gonna take yours to get my builder back on mine! I think he's related to Carlos the painter guy!

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**Hart_Rod** · 01-11-2013, 05:42 PM

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Originally Posted by steelhorse

Nice

Thanks!

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Originally Posted by BucksSS

He's like that kid from the sixth sense, but he doesn't see dead people, he sees incredible deals!

, that's funny Ernie!

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Originally Posted by 68 short step

nice

Thanks! Let me know if you have any tips.....

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Originally Posted by LOW DOUGH

Going to be very cool. I've got to see this.

Thanks!

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Originally Posted by killer71

Looks like its gonna take yours to get my builder back on mine! I think he's related to Carlos the painter guy!

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OK. It's done here are the pictures!

**Bowtie468** · 01-11-2013, 05:58 PM

Sweeeeeeeet !!!!! Man, your fast ! Lol !
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Number98 · 01-11-2013, 06:03 PM

Wait a minute....

jrdv · 01-11-2013, 06:04 PM

[QUOTE OK. It's done here are the pictures![/QUOTE]

Your plastic cover needs some adjustment.

C10_ustacould · 01-11-2013, 06:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Hart_Rod

OK. It's done here are the pictures!

Wish my swap was that easy and made that kind of horsepower!

Zoomin · 01-11-2013, 06:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Hart_Rod

OK. It's done here are the pictures!

68 TT · 01-11-2013, 07:24 PM

Great score on the engine & trans. Same engine I am wanting to find for my Camaro. Only ones I have found locally are way too much money for my budget and have a lot more than 135 miles on them. $10k was the lowest so far with 6000 miles on it. I think it is cheaper to buy a new crate LS3 from the dealer and buy all the accessories to match new as well.

Rusbuilt · 01-12-2013, 09:21 AM

lol that pic made me laugh

jmedero · 01-22-2013, 11:42 PM

I had a chance to swing by robs house when he wasn't home and snap some spy photos of the secret engine cover he is going to put on the 6.2. It's top secret and custom made so rob please don't be mad.

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C10_ustacould · 01-23-2013, 12:27 AM

Oh man, I think it's ON!
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jmedero · 01-23-2013, 12:33 AM

Lol.
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Number98 · 01-23-2013, 12:54 AM

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Originally Posted by jmedero

I had a chance to swing by robs house when he wasn't home and snap some spy photos of the secret engine cover he is going to put on the 6.2. It's top secret and custom made so rob please don't be mad.

catmull32 · 01-23-2013, 03:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Hart_Rod

I've got a plan......

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You wouldn't want this ole piece of junk,

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Here's a couple pictures with the center caps on at our local Saturday night car show. PCMCobra allowed me to park next to him so I wouldn't feel so alone,

. There was a nice LS1 67 step there also.

By looking at your profile I can see you are a OU fan. It makes me wonder what true OU fan would park next to a Miami and a Florida fan. Do you not remember 1988 or 2009. Haha jk.
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Rusbuilt · 01-23-2013, 11:20 AM

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Originally Posted by jmedero

I had a chance to swing by robs house when he wasn't home and snap some spy photos of the secret engine cover he is going to put on the 6.2. It's top secret and custom made so rob please don't be mad.

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Funny thing is thats prob close to 350-400+hp 4cyl. Fun to drive if you can get it to hook up!

ERASER5 · 01-23-2013, 02:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Hart_Rod

Thanks! I was afraid it might be to much for the interior, but it goes with it quite well. I think it will also compliment the Dakota Digital gauges once they are installed.

I finally installed my CPP front tubular A-arms and 1.25" sway bar. This should help get a better alignment without so many shims. Plus they look way cooler than the bulky factory ones,

. Also, the new arms weigh about 10 lbs per side less, so I guess that's another positive

. I also upgraded the u-bolts that hold the lower control arms 3/8" to 1/2". After all was said and done, the ride height remained exactly the same, who would have guessed????

Still gathering parts for the LS swap.....

Just an FYI, those little 3/8" original u-bolts are stronger than the later model 1/2" u-bolt. The 1/2" u-bolts will bend with a few hammer taps to fit in the original holes. The original 3/8" u-bolt will make the hammer bounce. Plus, on my sets, the original 3/8" u-bolts only had some discoloring after degreasing, the 1/2" u-bolts were rust pitted even though they were 16 or so years younger. This also tells me that there is a different grade of steel.

oops, I got distracted by the bling and forgot I was not anywhere near the end. I'll just keep reading...

roushinator · 01-23-2013, 03:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Hart_Rod

Flattery will get you everywhere.....

Thanks!

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I'm trying to finish up my exhaust "renovation" that ended up in the removal and replacement of the transmission crossmember and the trailing arm crossmember. Both will be replaced with ECE units. Sooooo, out with the old and in with the new....

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Nice work with your project. I have a lot of the same parts you are using. One question i have the same transmission crossmember. When you installed it did it line up with existing holes or did you have to drill?

**Hart_Rod** · 01-23-2013, 10:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Bowtie468

Sweeeeeeeet !!!!! Man, your fast ! Lol !
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Yeah I wish!

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Originally Posted by Number98

Wait a minute....

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Originally Posted by jrdv

[QUOTE OK. It's done here are the pictures!

Your plastic cover needs some adjustment.

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Originally Posted by BucksSS

Wish my swap was that easy and made that kind of horsepower!

You and me both!

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Originally Posted by Zoomin

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Originally Posted by 68 TT

Great score on the engine & trans. Same engine I am wanting to find for my Camaro. Only ones I have found locally are way too much money for my budget and have a lot more than 135 miles on them. $10k was the lowest so far with 6000 miles on it. I think it is cheaper to buy a new crate LS3 from the dealer and buy all the accessories to match new as well.

Your probably right. I just got lucky with this one...

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Originally Posted by Rusbuilt

lol that pic made me laugh

Me too...

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Originally Posted by jmedero

I had a chance to swing by robs house when he wasn't home and snap some spy photos of the secret engine cover he is going to put on the 6.2. It's top secret and custom made so rob please don't be mad.

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Your funny Juan... you know pink is my favorite color....

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Originally Posted by BucksSS

Oh man, I think it's ON!
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LOL!

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Originally Posted by Number98

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Originally Posted by catmull32

By looking at your profile I can see you are a OU fan. It makes me wonder what true OU fan would park next to a Miami and a Florida fan. Do you not remember 1988 or 2009. Haha jk.
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You had to bring that up......

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Originally Posted by Rusbuilt

Funny thing is thats prob close to 350-400+hp 4cyl. Fun to drive if you can get it to hook up!

True dat!

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Originally Posted by ERASER5

Just an FYI, those little 3/8" original u-bolts are stronger than the later model 1/2" u-bolt. The 1/2" u-bolts will bend with a few hammer taps to fit in the original holes. The original 3/8" u-bolt will make the hammer bounce. Plus, on my sets, the original 3/8" u-bolts only had some discoloring after degreasing, the 1/2" u-bolts were rust pitted even though they were 16 or so years younger. This also tells me that there is a different grade of steel.

oops, I got distracted by the bling and forgot I was not anywhere near the end. I'll just keep reading...

No worries. Your probably right, but it made me feel better putting them in.

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Originally Posted by roushinator

Nice work with your project. I have a lot of the same parts you are using. One question i have the same transmission crossmember. When you installed it did it line up with existing holes or did you have to drill?

Are you talking about the ECE one? If so, yes. When I install the new motor I'm going to be using the CPP crossmember.

BREAK BREAK

Well it looks like I'm going to be doing this install SOONER rather than later....I sold the 383 tonight to a gentleman in Houston and will need to have it out and ready to ship by the 15th of March....anyone need a supercharger or a transmission???? LOL!! You're right Buck, I guess it is on!!!!

01-08-2013, 12:12 PM	#726
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01-08-2013, 02:35 PM	#727
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: 68 S/C update..... Rob... so the rest of us can know, just how do you come into an engine like this? Put out feelers everywhere? __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

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01-11-2013, 05:58 PM	#735
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01-11-2013, 07:24 PM	#740
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01-22-2013, 11:42 PM	#742
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