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**Dieselwrencher** · 07-27-2016, 10:31 PM

Look on diesel forums, there is plenty of info. Dieselplace is a good one for Duramax info. Get an airdog or FASS and you don't have to worry about where to put a stock gm fuel filter housing.

Rednwhitec20 · 07-27-2016, 10:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Dieselwrencher

Look on diesel forums, there is plenty of info. Dieselplace is a good one for Duramax info. Get an airdog or FASS and you don't have to worry about where to put a stock gm fuel filter housing.

I have looked around about swaps but don't know many people with them done, especially a 4x4 in a factory 67-72 frame. Maybe I'm not searching the correct things. I planned on getting one but I guess I'd be money ahead if I went ahead and bought one now. I bought an LMC under bed tank, will the non-efi sending unit work or what do you recommend? Thanks in advance

swamp rat · 08-08-2016, 11:30 PM

What i figured out is rather than post directly from my phone i email myself pictures, then when i am at home on my PC i open the email attachment and save that picture or pictures, i do this instead of plugging the phone in to the computer and transferring files from the phone to computer, when you send the email you have to pick the file size, when i had a Samsung i always picked medium, with my Iphone i can use Large, this makes a great picture to upload to the forum, i can upload all 5 pictures to one post.

Rednwhitec20 · 08-09-2016, 10:25 PM

Fitting in some parts and getting the pedal fitted in. Hoping to get the power plant in by the end of this week. We will see.

Rednwhitec20 · 08-09-2016, 10:27 PM

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Originally Posted by swamp rat

What i figured out is rather than post directly from my phone i email myself pictures, then when i am at home on my PC i open the email attachment and save that picture or pictures, i do this instead of plugging the phone in to the computer and transferring files from the phone to computer, when you send the email you have to pick the file size, when i had a Samsung i always picked medium, with my Iphone i can use Large, this makes a great picture to upload to the forum, i can upload all 5 pictures to one post.

Thanks i did the last with my computer and will try to do the rest that way when I have multiple photos to upload.

Rednwhitec20 · 08-18-2016, 12:42 AM

Getting ready to button up the body work.

**Dieselwrencher** · 08-18-2016, 07:03 PM

It's coming along very nice and fast! Great work!

Rednwhitec20 · 08-18-2016, 07:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Dieselwrencher

It's coming along very nice and fast! Great work!

Thank you sir! Seems like it can never be fast enough!

Rednwhitec20 · 08-21-2016, 01:40 AM

Today we got the engine in. After 1 broken cherry picker. The wheel broke off but it just scratched my oil pan. Everything clears pretty good from the heater to the newer style brake booster. The oil filter sits perfect right in the frame rail. It looks as is my factory style trans tunnel will work. We notched a little to get it to fit better and to clear a sensor that's behind the go fast pedal. In the pictures all of the weight is on the frame. We just have to get holes drilled and everything lined up. I'm going to just use a lift pump with filters so I can do away with the factory style and then I will bypass my FICM module as the fuel only acts as a cooler for it. I will get better pictures and give more information when it's all bolted up and in place. He also started mocking up the coolers around the core support. I am using the factory ones and will get pictures when I go over Monday to finish the motor up, hopefully.

Rednwhitec20 · 08-21-2016, 01:44 AM

Not too many adjustments need to be made to the floor. Just towards the back where the transfer case bolts up needs to lift a little. Plan on cutting two lines straight back and lifting it up like a tab and adding side piece triangles to lift it up.

Rednwhitec20 · 08-22-2016, 02:25 PM

Going to try and finish drilling and bolting it up today.

**Dieselwrencher** · 08-18-2016, 11:41 PM

You're making leaps and bounds compared to how long it took me to get my truck into primer.

**Dieselwrencher** · 08-22-2016, 09:07 AM

Good deal! It's looking great!

Rednwhitec20 · 08-22-2016, 10:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Dieselwrencher

Good deal! It's looking great!

Thank you!

Wide Open · 08-26-2016, 02:32 PM

Looks like it fits in there nicely.

Rednwhitec20 · 08-26-2016, 06:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Wide Open

Looks like it fits in there nicely.

It sure does! Just looks like a big block on steroids.

Going over tomorrow to get my starter in. Going to take pictures and put them in my post on how I did it. What would you guys recommend on doing with my steering gears? It is a little leaky. Go redhead? It's going to have to turn a lot more tire and a lot more weight.

Rednwhitec20 · 08-28-2016, 04:30 PM

So problems... Intercooler nor the radiator will fit. They are just too tall. Anyone have a recommendation on a radiator I should use?

ripdog28 · 08-28-2016, 04:34 PM

I would consider tilting it back if too tall. Fab some brackets to hold the top. Otherwise, Summit and Jegs brand radiators work great and less expensive than most. I have one on my truck and fit perfect. Just measure your support. Had mine for 6-7 years and no issues on a BBC.
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Rednwhitec20 · 08-28-2016, 07:21 PM

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I would consider tilting it back if too tall. Fab some brackets to hold the top. Otherwise, Summit and Jegs brand radiators work great and less expensive than most. I have one on my truck and fit perfect. Just measure your support. Had mine for 6-7 years and no issues on a BBC.
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If I tried tilting it back it would be in my fan. It's about 2.5" too tall. I will look, thanks!

**Dieselwrencher** · 08-26-2016, 03:23 PM

Very nice!

**Dieselwrencher** · 09-19-2016, 05:36 PM

I've seen that orange one at Des Moines Good guys last year I think.

Rednwhitec20 · 09-19-2016, 06:00 PM

Another 6bt swap

**Dieselwrencher** · 09-19-2016, 06:04 PM

Have anymore of that truck? That is awesome!

Rednwhitec20 · 09-19-2016, 06:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Dieselwrencher

Have anymore of that truck? That is awesome!

Just ones other people took, my stupid self forgot to take some.

Rednwhitec20 · 09-19-2016, 06:43 PM

My favorite there was this sweet LS9 swapped GMC.

07-27-2016, 10:31 PM	#1
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,139	Re: 4x4 1971 K20 build Look on diesel forums, there is plenty of info. Dieselplace is a good one for Duramax info. Get an airdog or FASS and you don't have to worry about where to put a stock gm fuel filter housing. __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

08-08-2016, 11:30 PM	#3
swamp rat Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Spanaway Posts: 8,451	Re: 4x4 1971 K20 build What i figured out is rather than post directly from my phone i email myself pictures, then when i am at home on my PC i open the email attachment and save that picture or pictures, i do this instead of plugging the phone in to the computer and transferring files from the phone to computer, when you send the email you have to pick the file size, when i had a Samsung i always picked medium, with my Iphone i can use Large, this makes a great picture to upload to the forum, i can upload all 5 pictures to one post. __________________ Mike. Swamp Rat build thread : http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=595019 72 3/4T 4X4 4" BDS Lift 33" BFG's

08-09-2016, 10:25 PM	#4
Rednwhitec20 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Princeton Kansas Posts: 235	Re: 4x4 1971 K20 build Fitting in some parts and getting the pedal fitted in. Hoping to get the power plant in by the end of this week. We will see. Attached Images __________________ 1971 C20 Daily, Built 350/700R4 1971 K20 Project, LLY Duramax, 5 speed Allison, and 8 in lift on 37x13.50s K20 Build

08-18-2016, 12:42 AM	#6
Rednwhitec20 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Princeton Kansas Posts: 235	Re: 4x4 1971 K20 build Getting ready to button up the body work. Attached Images __________________ 1971 C20 Daily, Built 350/700R4 1971 K20 Project, LLY Duramax, 5 speed Allison, and 8 in lift on 37x13.50s K20 Build

08-18-2016, 07:03 PM	#7
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,139	Re: 4x4 1971 K20 build It's coming along very nice and fast! Great work! __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

08-21-2016, 01:40 AM	#9
Rednwhitec20 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Princeton Kansas Posts: 235	Re: 4x4 1971 K20 build Today we got the engine in. After 1 broken cherry picker. The wheel broke off but it just scratched my oil pan. Everything clears pretty good from the heater to the newer style brake booster. The oil filter sits perfect right in the frame rail. It looks as is my factory style trans tunnel will work. We notched a little to get it to fit better and to clear a sensor that's behind the go fast pedal. In the pictures all of the weight is on the frame. We just have to get holes drilled and everything lined up. I'm going to just use a lift pump with filters so I can do away with the factory style and then I will bypass my FICM module as the fuel only acts as a cooler for it. I will get better pictures and give more information when it's all bolted up and in place. He also started mocking up the coolers around the core support. I am using the factory ones and will get pictures when I go over Monday to finish the motor up, hopefully. Attached Images __________________ 1971 C20 Daily, Built 350/700R4 1971 K20 Project, LLY Duramax, 5 speed Allison, and 8 in lift on 37x13.50s K20 Build

08-21-2016, 01:44 AM	#10
Rednwhitec20 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Princeton Kansas Posts: 235	Re: 4x4 1971 K20 build Not too many adjustments need to be made to the floor. Just towards the back where the transfer case bolts up needs to lift a little. Plan on cutting two lines straight back and lifting it up like a tab and adding side piece triangles to lift it up. Attached Images __________________ 1971 C20 Daily, Built 350/700R4 1971 K20 Project, LLY Duramax, 5 speed Allison, and 8 in lift on 37x13.50s K20 Build

08-22-2016, 02:25 PM	#11
Rednwhitec20 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Princeton Kansas Posts: 235	Re: 4x4 1971 K20 build Going to try and finish drilling and bolting it up today. Attached Images __________________ 1971 C20 Daily, Built 350/700R4 1971 K20 Project, LLY Duramax, 5 speed Allison, and 8 in lift on 37x13.50s K20 Build

08-18-2016, 11:41 PM	#12
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,139	Re: 4x4 1971 K20 build You're making leaps and bounds compared to how long it took me to get my truck into primer. __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

08-22-2016, 09:07 AM	#13
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,139	Re: 4x4 1971 K20 build Good deal! It's looking great! __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

08-26-2016, 02:32 PM	#15
Wide Open Registered User Join Date: May 2016 Location: Ohio Posts: 274	Re: 4x4 1971 K20 build Looks like it fits in there nicely. __________________ 1972 K10 1986 K30 crew cab dually 2002 Z06 2007 Escalade

08-28-2016, 04:30 PM	#17
Rednwhitec20 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Princeton Kansas Posts: 235	Re: 4x4 1971 K20 build So problems... Intercooler nor the radiator will fit. They are just too tall. Anyone have a recommendation on a radiator I should use? __________________ 1971 C20 Daily, Built 350/700R4 1971 K20 Project, LLY Duramax, 5 speed Allison, and 8 in lift on 37x13.50s K20 Build

08-28-2016, 04:34 PM	#18
ripdog28 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Imperial Beach, CA Posts: 1,040	Re: 4x4 1971 K20 build I would consider tilting it back if too tall. Fab some brackets to hold the top. Otherwise, Summit and Jegs brand radiators work great and less expensive than most. I have one on my truck and fit perfect. Just measure your support. Had mine for 6-7 years and no issues on a BBC. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 69 c-10 BBC 462ci, forged crank, H-beam rods, 10.5-1 KB forged pistons, Dart Iron Eagle 308cc, Straub Cam, Comp Cams chrome moly full rollers, Weiand Team G, Prosystems 950, TH400/3500 Dalenzie stall, Currie 9+ Detroit Locker w/31spline axles.3.5/6in drop. My Build.

08-26-2016, 03:23 PM	#20
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,139	Re: 4x4 1971 K20 build Very nice! __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

09-19-2016, 05:36 PM	#21
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,139	Re: 4x4 1971 K20 build I've seen that orange one at Des Moines Good guys last year I think. __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*



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09-19-2016, 06:00 PM	#22
Rednwhitec20 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Princeton Kansas Posts: 235	Re: 4x4 1971 K20 build Another 6bt swap Attached Images __________________ 1971 C20 Daily, Built 350/700R4 1971 K20 Project, LLY Duramax, 5 speed Allison, and 8 in lift on 37x13.50s K20 Build

09-19-2016, 06:04 PM	#23
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,139	Re: 4x4 1971 K20 build Have anymore of that truck? That is awesome! __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

09-19-2016, 06:43 PM	#25
Rednwhitec20 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Princeton Kansas Posts: 235	Re: 4x4 1971 K20 build My favorite there was this sweet LS9 swapped GMC. Attached Images __________________ 1971 C20 Daily, Built 350/700R4 1971 K20 Project, LLY Duramax, 5 speed Allison, and 8 in lift on 37x13.50s K20 Build

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