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Paso76GMCstepper · 06-09-2004, 02:25 AM

I know we have all seen 350's but I just had to show someone the pics. This will be going in my 76GMC K15 in the next two days

Tell me what you think

Thanks

apstguy · 06-09-2004, 02:28 AM

Looks great! Have some specs on it or is it just stock?

Paso76GMCstepper · 06-09-2004, 02:31 AM

Its a rebuilt stock long block with about 750 miles on it. It was put in brand new in 98 then sat 4 years and then only went on 4 or 5 trips to Home Depot.

It ran perfect but was filthy and leaky

Thanks for the kind words its been alot of fun redoing

http://home.pacbell.net/aley24/index

Heres what it used to look like

Russell · 06-09-2004, 02:39 AM

Awesome man! I really like the blue on the fan, very very clean and stylish!

Paso76GMCstepper · 06-09-2004, 02:42 AM

WOW Thanks Russell I see u in here all the time I really appreciate it. The fan color was an accident look at the old pic so u can see why I needed a new fan Napa sold me the new one I think it came out great

Thanks again everyone

Keep the comments/suggestions coming thanks

Tony

apstguy · 06-09-2004, 02:43 AM

I only wish I had the time and patience to make my 305 look like that. BTW - What is the difference between the long block and short block? I've always heard it thrown around but never knew what exactly it ment.

TIMSPEED · 06-09-2004, 02:45 AM

Looks mighty purdy!

Paso76GMCstepper · 06-09-2004, 02:45 AM

Long Block is complete block and heads where a short block is just the block components.

God I hope Im right, I am prepared to be slapped...

Paso76GMCstepper · 06-09-2004, 02:47 AM

Thansk TIMSPEED I appreciate you looking thanks for the kind words

Actually it wasnt that hard just elbow grease and paint. I sandblasted all the small parts. Timing chain cover and oil pan were shot replaced them and just cleaned her up I cant wait to get it in

Russell · 06-09-2004, 02:49 AM

Make sure to get us some pics of that beaut under the hood, and a clip of the exhaust -- and of course a nice loooong burnout too

Paso76GMCstepper · 06-09-2004, 02:51 AM

You got it I have a question what do u guys recomend for mufflers??

Russell · 06-09-2004, 02:56 AM

I'm going with headers to dual exhaust with an x pipe and aerochambers myself

Flowmasters are good for being loud, magnaflows are good too, but I like the straight through design of the aerochambers...

apstguy · 06-09-2004, 02:58 AM

Aerochamber! I have one on my 305 and it sounds like a beast. Idle isn't too loud and if you are cruising, near no resonance. Gets loud when you get on it. I love it.

Paso76GMCstepper · 06-09-2004, 03:01 AM

I was leaning towards aerochambers too can I add an x pipe to my dual exhaust?

It exits right before the rear axle

apstguy · 06-09-2004, 03:04 AM

You can do the X pipe but it will be expensice. It would be the ultimate setup though.

Paso76GMCstepper · 06-09-2004, 03:06 AM

Im a pretty handy welder with a wire feed.

I was gonna do the muffler install myself I wonder how hard it would really be??

Paso76GMCstepper · 06-09-2004, 04:14 AM

I think your truck looks Awesome!!!

Lisa

78' Silverado · 06-09-2004, 04:16 AM

Not to hard at all if u weld good. And if u can get enogu hroom to work. I would buy a pre made x-pipe though from a shop or a differetn company. But as far as mufflers go..i'd say go for it

bigblock73 · 06-09-2004, 06:51 AM

Great looking engine...you should be proud!

Word of advice, those flex fans are JUNK! They do not work near as well as a stock fan or clutch fan setup.

**N2TRUX** · 06-09-2004, 07:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Russell

Awesome man! I really like the blue on the fan, very very clean and stylish!

That's funny. I was thinking the oppisite. I looked and thought that motor looks really sharp, but the blue fan needs to go. :p

Paso76GMCstepper that is a HUGE improvement. What I want to know is the engine compartment going to look just as nice before the motor goes back in...

Grim Reaper · 06-09-2004, 09:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bigblock73

Great looking engine...you should be proud!

Word of advice, those flex fans are JUNK! They do not work near as well as a stock fan or clutch fan setup.

Looks Sweet!

I agree...loose that flex fan. It's eating HP. And your cooling problem is lack of fan shrode. Either go with a Clutched fan and shrode of go electric. Either are better then what you have and they will free up a little HP.

80BIG10 · 06-09-2004, 10:15 AM

Im jealous...it looks good.

PHOENIX · 06-09-2004, 10:49 AM

Lookin' great. Are you cleaning up under the hood too before the engine goes in?
I want to pull my engine and clean everything under there so bad. Next time the engine comes out my truck is getting a rework under the hood.

I have to agree with some of the others, those flex fans dont move the air they should. I have one for awhile and it got the job done most the time, but when I went to electric fan there is no comparison. I would recommend going back to the stock clutch setup.

Make a decision on the clutch setup yet? Are you going to put a new clutch in while your at it?

Keep us posted on your progress, we love pics

Paso76GMCstepper · 06-09-2004, 11:12 AM

WOW thanks for all the replies. Yes the whole engine bay is gonna be white except for the wheel tubs they will be black. The radiator support is already painted white. Gotta clean up the insides of the fenders and hood. Also have to weld on the cab corner tab that the passenger side fender bolts to. It rusted away. Im running out of time and money so a middle of the road clutch will be in order. Should start getting the motor and rad support mounted in the next day or two, then I can fire it up and look for leaks. After that the front clip wil go on. Off to the mountains trout fishing July 1

Tony

Paso76GMCstepper · 06-09-2004, 11:21 AM

Here's some pics of the engine bay before and a couple of where Im at. You can get the idea of where Im going

06-09-2004, 02:25 AM	#1
Paso76GMCstepper Registered User Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Paso Robles, CA Posts: 347	Engine Bay Progress Motor is ready!!! I know we have all seen 350's but I just had to show someone the pics. This will be going in my 76GMC K15 in the next two days Tell me what you think Thanks Attached Images

06-09-2004, 02:28 AM	#2
apstguy LED King Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 2,087	Looks great! Have some specs on it or is it just stock? __________________ Tyler 1985 C10 305 w/ Bowtie OD TH700R4 3.42 LSD 202,000 miles 2006 Ford Focus ZX3 5-speed Stick 2016 Chevy Spark EV Gone: 2002.5 VW GTI 24v VR6 Gone: 2008 VW R32

06-09-2004, 02:31 AM	#3
Paso76GMCstepper Registered User Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Paso Robles, CA Posts: 347	Its a rebuilt stock long block with about 750 miles on it. It was put in brand new in 98 then sat 4 years and then only went on 4 or 5 trips to Home Depot. It ran perfect but was filthy and leaky Thanks for the kind words its been alot of fun redoing http://home.pacbell.net/aley24/index Heres what it used to look like Attached Images Last edited by Paso76GMCstepper; 06-09-2004 at 02:34 AM.

06-09-2004, 02:39 AM	#4
Russell Professional Grade Join Date: May 2003 Location: Fort McMurray, Alberta Posts: 7,915	Awesome man! I really like the blue on the fan, very very clean and stylish! __________________ 1995 Chevrolet 2 Door Tahoe (6.6L LBZ Duramax / ZF6 / NP241 with 1 ton solid axle swap)

06-09-2004, 02:43 AM	#6
apstguy LED King Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 2,087	I only wish I had the time and patience to make my 305 look like that. BTW - What is the difference between the long block and short block? I've always heard it thrown around but never knew what exactly it ment. __________________ Tyler 1985 C10 305 w/ Bowtie OD TH700R4 3.42 LSD 202,000 miles 2006 Ford Focus ZX3 5-speed Stick 2016 Chevy Spark EV Gone: 2002.5 VW GTI 24v VR6 Gone: 2008 VW R32

06-09-2004, 02:42 AM	#5
Paso76GMCstepper Registered User Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Paso Robles, CA Posts: 347	WOW Thanks Russell I see u in here all the time I really appreciate it. The fan color was an accident look at the old pic so u can see why I needed a new fan Napa sold me the new one I think it came out great Thanks again everyone Keep the comments/suggestions coming thanks Tony

06-09-2004, 02:45 AM	#7
TIMSPEED Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Modesto, CA Posts: 1,321	Looks mighty purdy! __________________ I have a few cars... See Them Here

06-09-2004, 02:47 AM	#9
Paso76GMCstepper Registered User Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Paso Robles, CA Posts: 347	Thansk TIMSPEED I appreciate you looking thanks for the kind words Actually it wasnt that hard just elbow grease and paint. I sandblasted all the small parts. Timing chain cover and oil pan were shot replaced them and just cleaned her up I cant wait to get it in

06-09-2004, 02:49 AM	#10
Russell Professional Grade Join Date: May 2003 Location: Fort McMurray, Alberta Posts: 7,915	Make sure to get us some pics of that beaut under the hood, and a clip of the exhaust -- and of course a nice loooong burnout too __________________ 1995 Chevrolet 2 Door Tahoe (6.6L LBZ Duramax / ZF6 / NP241 with 1 ton solid axle swap)

06-09-2004, 02:51 AM	#11
Paso76GMCstepper Registered User Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Paso Robles, CA Posts: 347	You got it I have a question what do u guys recomend for mufflers??

06-09-2004, 02:56 AM	#12
Russell Professional Grade Join Date: May 2003 Location: Fort McMurray, Alberta Posts: 7,915	I'm going with headers to dual exhaust with an x pipe and aerochambers myself Flowmasters are good for being loud, magnaflows are good too, but I like the straight through design of the aerochambers... __________________ 1995 Chevrolet 2 Door Tahoe (6.6L LBZ Duramax / ZF6 / NP241 with 1 ton solid axle swap)

06-09-2004, 02:58 AM	#13
apstguy LED King Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 2,087	Aerochamber! I have one on my 305 and it sounds like a beast. Idle isn't too loud and if you are cruising, near no resonance. Gets loud when you get on it. I love it. __________________ Tyler 1985 C10 305 w/ Bowtie OD TH700R4 3.42 LSD 202,000 miles 2006 Ford Focus ZX3 5-speed Stick 2016 Chevy Spark EV Gone: 2002.5 VW GTI 24v VR6 Gone: 2008 VW R32

06-09-2004, 03:01 AM	#14
Paso76GMCstepper Registered User Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Paso Robles, CA Posts: 347	I was leaning towards aerochambers too can I add an x pipe to my dual exhaust? It exits right before the rear axle

06-09-2004, 03:04 AM	#15
apstguy LED King Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 2,087	You can do the X pipe but it will be expensice. It would be the ultimate setup though. __________________ Tyler 1985 C10 305 w/ Bowtie OD TH700R4 3.42 LSD 202,000 miles 2006 Ford Focus ZX3 5-speed Stick 2016 Chevy Spark EV Gone: 2002.5 VW GTI 24v VR6 Gone: 2008 VW R32

06-09-2004, 03:06 AM	#16
Paso76GMCstepper Registered User Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Paso Robles, CA Posts: 347	Im a pretty handy welder with a wire feed. I was gonna do the muffler install myself I wonder how hard it would really be??



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06-09-2004, 04:14 AM	#17
Paso76GMCstepper Registered User Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Paso Robles, CA Posts: 347	I think your truck looks Awesome!!! Lisa

06-09-2004, 04:16 AM	#18
78' Silverado \/ My Loves \/ Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Midland,Texas Posts: 462	Not to hard at all if u weld good. And if u can get enogu hroom to work. I would buy a pre made x-pipe though from a shop or a differetn company. But as far as mufflers go..i'd say go for it __________________ 78' Silverado - Blue - (In a Coma) 04' Silverado -Red- 383 Stroker in progress for the 78'!!!

06-09-2004, 06:51 AM	#19
bigblock73 yeller Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Twin Cities Posts: 13,824	Great looking engine...you should be proud! Word of advice, those flex fans are JUNK! They do not work near as well as a stock fan or clutch fan setup. __________________ Jeff 73-87.com 73-87.com Facebook page 73-87 cab corner 6x9 speaker brackets for sale 67-72 cab corner speaker brackets for sale 47-54 cab corner speaker brackets for sale

06-09-2004, 10:15 AM	#22
80BIG10 3 lefts make a right Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Texas Hill Country Posts: 150	Im jealous...it looks good.

06-09-2004, 10:49 AM	#23
PHOENIX Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Phoenix, Arizona Posts: 4,703	Lookin' great. Are you cleaning up under the hood too before the engine goes in? I want to pull my engine and clean everything under there so bad. Next time the engine comes out my truck is getting a rework under the hood. I have to agree with some of the others, those flex fans dont move the air they should. I have one for awhile and it got the job done most the time, but when I went to electric fan there is no comparison. I would recommend going back to the stock clutch setup. Make a decision on the clutch setup yet? Are you going to put a new clutch in while your at it? Keep us posted on your progress, we love pics __________________ * AVOID: LOPER'S PERMORANCE / LOPERSPEED.COM OF PHOENIX, AZ & COTTMAN TRANSMISSION *

06-09-2004, 11:12 AM	#24
Paso76GMCstepper Registered User Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Paso Robles, CA Posts: 347	WOW thanks for all the replies. Yes the whole engine bay is gonna be white except for the wheel tubs they will be black. The radiator support is already painted white. Gotta clean up the insides of the fenders and hood. Also have to weld on the cab corner tab that the passenger side fender bolts to. It rusted away. Im running out of time and money so a middle of the road clutch will be in order. Should start getting the motor and rad support mounted in the next day or two, then I can fire it up and look for leaks. After that the front clip wil go on. Off to the mountains trout fishing July 1 Tony

06-09-2004, 11:21 AM	#25
Paso76GMCstepper Registered User Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Paso Robles, CA Posts: 347	Here's some pics of the engine bay before and a couple of where Im at. You can get the idea of where Im going Attached Images

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