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More related to what are his plans for running his engine and transmission. In the link he posted the guy (Dirty Larry) used an NV4500 which was available in the GMT400 trucks just not Mingoman’s so I wondered if he was staying with the auto (assume so) or swap to something else like the NV4500 (assume not) Is he going to try and use the stock L29 setup (distributor and all) to keep it simple or swap in L18 stuff? Inquiring minds want to know. Posted via Mobile Device |
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Larry used an NV4500 from a 92-95 truck. Lots of variables. I think his truck is a 78 K10. I havent read through his stuff in a while. |
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I'm planning on keeping the 4l80e trans and using my L29 throttle body on the 8.1. From what I've read that's a better way to go than drive by wire. I've got to find the right spacer to use, don't remember if that was listed in his parts list or not.
I did get some things done yesterday. My drivers seat is in, checked, cleaned, and lubed the screws and such on the power riser, everything works. Changed my blower motor resistor, another thing I should have done with the dash out. Installed the new heater control unit, put blue led lights in it first, with the rear defrost controls to power my heated mirrors when I get that far.
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I think we are all looking forward to seeing that engine in your truck. |
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When I saw this engine for sale I checked into what I'd have to do to swap over and I'm pretty confident I can do it. It's going to be unique for sure.
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Port shape can be accommodated. Intake port location is the deal breaker. But I know what you mean.
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Are you thinking of going with the brackets Larry used to retain your AC?
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Are you thinking of going with the brackets Larry used to retain your AC?[/QUOTE]
Yes definitely. I'm very grateful he has already done this and was kind enough to post all the part numbers online. Air is really nice in July and August around here and I don't want to hack the frame up when I don't have to.
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Yeah for sure. I bought a complete 01 Express as a donor vehicle because I couldn’t find the brackets around here. Hopefully you have better luck. Posted via Mobile Device |
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Finally got my visors back today. Put white led lights in them then put my nos vanity doors and mirrors on. They're up! Hope to get a little more done tomorrow.
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It is coming up nice!
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Installed my speakers today. I used some of the leftover rattle trap on the inside of the doors and used the factory connectors on the new front speakers, may have to splice the back since I didn't have any in the doors from the factory.
I used a drywall cutter to zip open the back panels then checked the clearance on my speaker. It's close, but doesn't touch.
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Back speakers are finished. After checking everything over I pulled the panels back off so the painter won't have to work around them. Still haven't decided on a radio yet. I'd like a newer style, but not sure I want to go with a dbl din. Shame there aren't more 1.5 din options.
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Unless you are looking for dvd/backup camera options, a single din will get you lots of options in a less expensive package.
Great work so far.
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Thank you and everyone else that have enjoyed this build btw!
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Both of the Metra double din installation products I have seen are very clean looking. I thought about doing it in my 98 Z71 before I sold it. Yes, I love the backup camera in my CCSB 2500HD, very convenient in tight spots.
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This is my single din, flip up, reverse camera, dvd, stereo. Just a cheapy but works real nice. It just shows the top of the tow ball, very easy hook ups. |
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Glad you're enjoying the build, thanks!
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