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12-01-2009, 01:12 AM | #1 |
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yessir, I understand.
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12-01-2009, 08:37 AM | #2 |
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decisions, decisions, decisions...
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12-01-2009, 01:19 PM | #3 |
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I decided to keep it. I talked with the PO, told I had to buy another manifold probably around $100 he offered to pay for half of it I decided to keep it. So basically he gave me $50 back and I now have $300 in it. I will be looking for an intake I've seen them sell for like $20 on the bay. In any case, no harm no foul and I can start planning how to wire this crazy thing.
In the mean time the quest for 5.3-6.0 4l60e continues. Mike
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i VERY much agree^^^ ha ha
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Sorry man that it didn't work out, but did work out at the same time. I think you will be happy with the 4.8, well at least until you find a 6.0
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12-01-2009, 10:22 AM | #7 |
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Looks like a nice project.......... im on a little laptop, but to me that Camaro in the back looks like a 67, not a 68
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You may be right, I have a 67 and a 68 I may be getting them mixed up? But, I think I ran the numbers on this one I thought it was a 68 RS? I don't know, it needs a lot of TLC though. It is next on the to do list. I will try to get some better pics of both maybe you can tell me what they are just by looking at them.
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I can't tell but what are you "not" planning on replacing?
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12-02-2009, 10:47 PM | #10 |
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Not replacing the Control arms and cross bars that ties them together. Basically, spindles, rotors, calipers, balljoints, tie rods, lines, everything else required. Pass. side lower control arm is bent too. I just don't want to plan on buying all this and find out they won't fit.
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12-04-2009, 09:51 AM | #11 |
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I'll enjoy watchin this one come together McBassin....I worked on my truck with my Dad and Brother...it was a first for me and them, but they had all the tools and mechancial knowledge...they just made me do everything!!!.....Well worth it...Now I'm ready to do another one!!!...Good Luck and have fun!
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isnt there only 15 hp diff between the 4.8 and the 5.3, and the 4.8 is rated 2mpg better ?? it looks like you could make that up easily with exhaust and air filter upgrades
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Yes I have looked through your build before. Crazy how your truck was held hostage for 8 months WOW. I won't have to worry about that because we are doing all body and paint work. Quote:
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how many miles are on the 4.8?
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12-04-2009, 10:27 PM | #15 |
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Not a low mile motor like some of yours. This one is supposed to have around 100k miles. It looks really clean and no visible leaks. Who knows? PO thought it was a 5.3, It could be higher or lower. Does the pcm retain this info? I would be interested to know.
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mike, if that camaro is in the way let me know!
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No problem Heath, I will give you a chance at it too if I decide to sell it. If I had a big enough shop I would have already started on this one too. My building isn't big enough for the boat and even one project really.
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also how did you determine it was a 4.8 instead of a 5.3?
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This was the first clue:
Then verified the back of the block...sure enough 4.8. I was bummed at the time, but I've moved on and am actually looking forward to installing it....eventually. Now I know exactly the things to look for when inspecting one before buying it. I will be back on the cab tomorrow. and start tearing the rusty front suspension. |
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the 4.8 isnt anything to be ashamed of, you're gonna love it, and the power diffrence isnt gonna be a big diffrence...just switching from carbed to FI is a huge improvement....keep the progress pics coming
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Yeah the 4.8 will be great and 100k is just broken in. My last work truck was a 2000 w/6.0L that I beat for over 300K and all it needed was a water pump at about 220K. Then our shop bought a wimpy 089 with a 5.3L I took it for a drive because I had just bought a 20K 5.3L for my Tahoe and was worried it may not be enough power for what I wanted. Well it felt like it had more power and get up and go then my 6.0L did so I was very happy with that. Then when I opened the hood I found out it was only the 4.8L! I then took that truck and loaded a full 71 cab in the bed along with a tail gate and lift gate for a 65 burb, I then hooked my 16' steel deck car trailer up with a 70 2WD Blazer with an extra set of quarter panels on it and left for Arizona. It was the smoothest tow I have done and even took the "Grape Vine" at 65 mph the entire way with out a problem and got 14 mpg loaded.
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I have a 4.8 in my crew cab with heavy chrome 20's on it.... and it gets up and moves just fine, in a little short wide it should be fine
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Heres my two trucks side by side...lol
if a 4.8 will move the big one, it will be a great engine in the little one..lol
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Thanks guys for confirmation of what I already thought. I am pressing on with the 4.8. I'm sure it will have plenty of power for this rig. I am going back to work on the cab in a little while (hope to get some pics).
1loc10, you were right on the money. The pic with my son is of the 67 and the 68 is pictured below. I get them mixed up. One of these days, both of them will be back on the road. Here is the 67: Here is the 68: |
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