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1Bad62Pro/Street · 06-04-2011, 09:26 PM

The 1960 - 1966 Chevrolet & GMC Pickups Engine & Tranny Swap Thread.

Alright fellas.....

I thought about starting this thread for all the resources on doing engine/tranny swaps. This could be I6 to V8, Different cubic inch V8 swaps, Big Block Swaps, BBV6 Swaps, and Auto/Manual Tranny Swaps. ChiefRocka, scotts62, Alan's Classic this maybe needs to go to the engine and drive train side of the forum so yaw fellas can make that decision. Guys, add all your resources, info, what you did or need to do or done to your truck. What's needed for the swap. Etc...
Year: 1960, 61, 62, 63, 64, 65, and 66.
Post links to previous threads on the subject as well.
This will be a source for all the new and veterans can have one place to go for info on the topic. Have at it fellas!
Hope this helps and is a good idea!

markeb01 · 06-04-2011, 09:29 PM

Great idea, it would be nice to have all the required information in one place. The following thread covers a small block Chevy in the 60-62 chassis:

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=369663

I'm looking forward to the threads that show installing a big block Chevy, 401 Buick, Chrysler Hemi, Oldsmobile, Pontiac, and other interesting engines.

1Bad62Pro/Street · 06-05-2011, 02:02 PM

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1Bad62Pro/Street · 09-07-2011, 09:23 PM

Bump for the new kids on the block!
Please add all the info you guys have to help others out on a retrofitting ( How To & What To Do) on your Engine & Tranny Swaps.

mcfarlnd · 11-20-2011, 07:35 PM

Im doing a LS style 5.3 and NV3500 5 spd. in my 61. Still gathering parts to test fit and mock it up but, here is a good link to help guys make the stand alone wiring harness..

http://www.lt1swap.com/wiringharness.htm

Ill try and update when i get more done and find more info.

1Bad62Pro/Street · 06-27-2012, 10:09 PM

To The Top for the new kids on the block.

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100%Chevy · 06-27-2012, 10:35 PM

Here's the most common 63/66 engine stands-
Left are the I-6(Not 292)
Center are the V-8
Right are the GMC V-6

Uploaded with ImageShack.us
Mike.

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Torqueforce · 06-28-2012, 05:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 100%Chevy

Here's the most common 63/66 engine stands-
Left are the I-6(Not 292)
Center are the V-8
Right are the GMC V-6

Uploaded with ImageShack.us
Mike.

/

I'm swapping the I6 to a 327, the engine has C-shaped mounts on the block already, are the center mounts pictured the only other mounts I need and where can I find them?

100%Chevy · 06-29-2012, 12:26 PM

I'm not sure what you mean by "C" mounts,unless it's the later "Clamshell"style.If so,they won't work with the stands pictured.
The rubber mounts on your I-6 are the same as needed for a V-8.
But,you should get the new style interlocking type if yours are original.There was a big stink about these seperating back in the late 60's and GM was forced to make a recall and that's when the stop straps(or torque straps) were installed(free by GM dealers) to prevent the engine from lifting due to the mount seperating.
The ones in the following picture are the new design with the interlocking steel to prevent engine lift when it fails.Carefully compare to your old mounts and replace if yours are the bad ones!Note the dent in the top of the new design mount.

You can find the engine stands by watching the for sale ads here.
Mike.

1Bad62Pro/Street · 11-28-2012, 08:51 AM

Ohhhh... no activity.
Hmmmmm.
Lets bump it.
There.
Ha ha..
Wait.. Ouch..
Awkward..
Play it cool.
Morning..
.

steveb64 · 11-28-2012, 02:31 PM

I have completed the rebuild of my 500 Cadillac engine and plan on dropping it into my 64 stepside this winter, after the holidays. The truck currently has the 230 6 cylinder. This will be my first swap. I've been reading, talking, and gathering as much info as possible as I plan on doing this swap right.

steveb64 · 12-01-2012, 06:53 PM

Few more pics. Engine is ready to go in.

CdM · 12-02-2012, 12:00 PM

very nice!!

bbadfred · 12-02-2012, 12:39 PM

Headed out tue to check out a 02 chevy truck 5.3/4L60 junk yard pull out for my 66 Suburban. It has "only' 100k miles and is supposed to be super clean. I get every thing to do with the engine and trans, wiring harness, fuse box, pcm, air cleaner and tubes, maf, fuel system ect, throttle cables and pedal, trans cable and neutral safety switch.

steveb64 · 12-04-2012, 03:14 PM

Thanks CdM. I am having a blast with this truck o' mine.

1963c-10 · 12-04-2012, 03:58 PM

Cant wait to see the Caddy engine installed. What kinda hp/torque are you expecting out of it?

jimmydean · 12-04-2012, 04:02 PM

I "hope" to pull the LT1/4L60E from my Corvette and put them (rebuilt, mild upgrades) into the truck. Of course this means the Vette will need an LS3/T56 to replace it...

While I liked the idea of rebuilding the 327 to 350hp Camaro specs, the LT1 would be a lot more fun and would make room for the LS in the Vette. Win/Win.

Only plans for the LT1 are a mild cam and MSD ignition to replace the OptiSpark OE setup. Right now I am still saving my pennies for my Dropmembers.

steveb64 · 12-05-2012, 02:58 PM

Hoping for mid 400's hp and mid 500's torque.

Reyals Bemus · 12-05-2012, 03:43 PM

Be prepared for massive, massive amounts of stump pulling torque.

bbadfred · 12-05-2012, 05:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bbadfred

Headed out tue to check out a 02 chevy truck 5.3/4L60 junk yard pull out for my 66 Suburban. It has "only' 100k miles and is supposed to be super clean. I get every thing to do with the engine and trans, wiring harness, fuse box, pcm, air cleaner and tubes, maf, fuel system ect, throttle cables and pedal, trans cable and neutral safety switch.

Well checked the 5.3 out and it starts and runs fine and trans works. The antifreeze and reservoir are clean,oil and trans fluid are both clean. Its a super clean rust free 02 truck with a clean frame that appears to have been garage kept,(thats the only way they stay that nice here in Illinois) interior is very clean grey cloth seats. Its too bad it was hit in the front and totaled. I pick everything up next week. 1300 dollars for everything

1Bad62Pro/Street · 07-06-2013, 12:53 PM

Get The Right Transmission For Your Project
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r0iUcPuav60

http://www.staceydavid.com/
https://www.youtube.com/user/StaceyDavidsGearZ/videos

1Bad62Pro/Street · 12-14-2013, 06:57 PM

Bump .. ;-)

1Bad62Pro/Street · 06-29-2014, 09:40 PM

Bump:

Engine Mounts

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bJnZ6i2gJc8

mcfarlnd · 06-30-2014, 09:11 AM

1961 LS (5.3) and NV3500 swap. I used speedway universal motor mounts. I probably went a difficult route but, I wanted the oil pan to be above and behind the crossmember with a truck oil pan and have room to hide my coils behind the motor. I had to build a trans tunnel and cut the firewall. Here is the only picture I have on me at the time. This was a test fit of the motor after the firewall/ trans tunnel modification.

06-04-2011, 09:26 PM	#1
1Bad62Pro/Street "Where were you in '62?" Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Cleveland County, North Cackalacky Posts: 5,013	The 1960 - 1966 Chevrolet & GMC Pickups Engine and Tranny Swap Thread The 1960 - 1966 Chevrolet & GMC Pickups Engine & Tranny Swap Thread. Alright fellas..... I thought about starting this thread for all the resources on doing engine/tranny swaps. This could be I6 to V8, Different cubic inch V8 swaps, Big Block Swaps, BBV6 Swaps, and Auto/Manual Tranny Swaps. ChiefRocka, scotts62, Alan's Classic this maybe needs to go to the engine and drive train side of the forum so yaw fellas can make that decision. Guys, add all your resources, info, what you did or need to do or done to your truck. What's needed for the swap. Etc... Year: 1960, 61, 62, 63, 64, 65, and 66. Post links to previous threads on the subject as well. This will be a source for all the new and veterans can have one place to go for info on the topic. Have at it fellas! Hope this helps and is a good idea! __________________ PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET" 1962 Chevy C-10 Stepside Shortbed Nostalgia Pro/Street Pickup Truck PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET Build Thread What Are You Workin' On? - 1Bad62ChevyPickup PROJECT: "TYRANNORAMBLER REX" 1969 AMC Rambler American Nostalgia Pro/Street Youtube Channel: Father Son Projects Youtube Channel: 2TIMOTHY2FITHTEEN "North and South Carolina Folks Click Here!" (((( ~ I have Parts For Sale & Miscellaneous Stuff ~ )))) "Well being as there's no other place around the place, I reckon this must be the place, I reckon...Nyuk Nyuk Nyuk" -Curly Howard Ph.D. Last edited by 1Bad62Pro/Street; 11-28-2012 at 08:37 AM.

06-04-2011, 09:29 PM	#2
markeb01 Senior Enthusiast Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Spokane Valley, WA Posts: 8,356	Re: The 1960 - 1966 Chevrolet & GMC Pickups Engine and Tranny Swap Thread Great idea, it would be nice to have all the required information in one place. The following thread covers a small block Chevy in the 60-62 chassis: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=369663 I'm looking forward to the threads that show installing a big block Chevy, 401 Buick, Chrysler Hemi, Oldsmobile, Pontiac, and other interesting engines. Last edited by markeb01; 06-04-2011 at 09:32 PM.

09-07-2011, 09:23 PM	#4
1Bad62Pro/Street "Where were you in '62?" Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Cleveland County, North Cackalacky Posts: 5,013	Re: The 1960 - 1966 Chevrolet & GMC Pickups Engine and Tranny Swap Thread Bump for the new kids on the block! Please add all the info you guys have to help others out on a retrofitting ( How To & What To Do) on your Engine & Tranny Swaps. __________________ PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET" 1962 Chevy C-10 Stepside Shortbed Nostalgia Pro/Street Pickup Truck PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET Build Thread What Are You Workin' On? - 1Bad62ChevyPickup PROJECT: "TYRANNORAMBLER REX" 1969 AMC Rambler American Nostalgia Pro/Street Youtube Channel: Father Son Projects Youtube Channel: 2TIMOTHY2FITHTEEN "North and South Carolina Folks Click Here!" (((( ~ I have Parts For Sale & Miscellaneous Stuff ~ )))) "Well being as there's no other place around the place, I reckon this must be the place, I reckon...Nyuk Nyuk Nyuk" -Curly Howard Ph.D. Last edited by 1Bad62Pro/Street; 11-28-2012 at 08:28 AM.

11-20-2011, 07:35 PM	#5
mcfarlnd Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Texan living in Point Mugu, CA Posts: 82	Re: The 1960 - 1966 Chevrolet & GMC Pickups Engine and Tranny Swap Thread Im doing a LS style 5.3 and NV3500 5 spd. in my 61. Still gathering parts to test fit and mock it up but, here is a good link to help guys make the stand alone wiring harness.. http://www.lt1swap.com/wiringharness.htm Ill try and update when i get more done and find more info.

06-27-2012, 10:09 PM	#6
1Bad62Pro/Street "Where were you in '62?" Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Cleveland County, North Cackalacky Posts: 5,013	Re: The 1960 - 1966 Chevrolet & GMC Pickups Engine and Tranny Swap Thread To The Top for the new kids on the block. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET" 1962 Chevy C-10 Stepside Shortbed Nostalgia Pro/Street Pickup Truck PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET Build Thread What Are You Workin' On? - 1Bad62ChevyPickup PROJECT: "TYRANNORAMBLER REX" 1969 AMC Rambler American Nostalgia Pro/Street Youtube Channel: Father Son Projects Youtube Channel: 2TIMOTHY2FITHTEEN "North and South Carolina Folks Click Here!" (((( ~ I have Parts For Sale & Miscellaneous Stuff ~ )))) "Well being as there's no other place around the place, I reckon this must be the place, I reckon...Nyuk Nyuk Nyuk" -Curly Howard Ph.D.

06-27-2012, 10:35 PM	#7
100%Chevy Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Moss Point,Ms. Posts: 1,439	Re: The 1960 - 1966 Chevrolet & GMC Pickups Engine and Tranny Swap Thread Here's the most common 63/66 engine stands- Left are the I-6(Not 292) Center are the V-8 Right are the GMC V-6 Uploaded with ImageShack.us Mike./ Last edited by 100%Chevy; 06-27-2012 at 10:42 PM.

06-29-2012, 12:26 PM	#9
100%Chevy Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Moss Point,Ms. Posts: 1,439	Re: The 1960 - 1966 Chevrolet & GMC Pickups Engine and Tranny Swap Thread I'm not sure what you mean by "C" mounts,unless it's the later "Clamshell"style.If so,they won't work with the stands pictured. The rubber mounts on your I-6 are the same as needed for a V-8. But,you should get the new style interlocking type if yours are original.There was a big stink about these seperating back in the late 60's and GM was forced to make a recall and that's when the stop straps(or torque straps) were installed(free by GM dealers) to prevent the engine from lifting due to the mount seperating. The ones in the following picture are the new design with the interlocking steel to prevent engine lift when it fails.Carefully compare to your old mounts and replace if yours are the bad ones!Note the dent in the top of the new design mount. You can find the engine stands by watching the for sale ads here. Mike.

11-28-2012, 08:51 AM	#10
1Bad62Pro/Street "Where were you in '62?" Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Cleveland County, North Cackalacky Posts: 5,013	Re: The 1960 - 1966 Chevrolet & GMC Pickups Engine and Tranny Swap Thread Ohhhh... no activity. Hmmmmm. Lets bump it. There. Ha ha.. Wait.. Ouch.. Awkward.. Play it cool. Morning.. . __________________ PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET" 1962 Chevy C-10 Stepside Shortbed Nostalgia Pro/Street Pickup Truck PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET Build Thread What Are You Workin' On? - 1Bad62ChevyPickup PROJECT: "TYRANNORAMBLER REX" 1969 AMC Rambler American Nostalgia Pro/Street Youtube Channel: Father Son Projects Youtube Channel: 2TIMOTHY2FITHTEEN "North and South Carolina Folks Click Here!" (((( ~ I have Parts For Sale & Miscellaneous Stuff ~ )))) "Well being as there's no other place around the place, I reckon this must be the place, I reckon...Nyuk Nyuk Nyuk" -Curly Howard Ph.D.

11-28-2012, 02:31 PM	#11
steveb64 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Moline, IL Posts: 157	Re: The 1960 - 1966 Chevrolet & GMC Pickups Engine and Tranny Swap Thread I have completed the rebuild of my 500 Cadillac engine and plan on dropping it into my 64 stepside this winter, after the holidays. The truck currently has the 230 6 cylinder. This will be my first swap. I've been reading, talking, and gathering as much info as possible as I plan on doing this swap right. Attached Images

12-01-2012, 06:53 PM	#12
steveb64 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Moline, IL Posts: 157	Re: The 1960 - 1966 Chevrolet & GMC Pickups Engine and Tranny Swap Thread Few more pics. Engine is ready to go in. Attached Images

12-02-2012, 12:00 PM	#13
CdM Registered User Join Date: May 2011 Location: Oceano,CA Posts: 157	Re: The 1960 - 1966 Chevrolet & GMC Pickups Engine and Tranny Swap Thread very nice!! __________________ Build Thread 66 custom cab lwb http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=465726 66 fleet lwb- In process 64 k10 10inch lift 38.5's- In process 92k1500 400hp on 38.5-parts truck now 8(

12-02-2012, 12:39 PM	#14
bbadfred bbadfred Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: rantoul Il Posts: 461	Re: The 1960 - 1966 Chevrolet & GMC Pickups Engine and Tranny Swap Thread Headed out tue to check out a 02 chevy truck 5.3/4L60 junk yard pull out for my 66 Suburban. It has "only' 100k miles and is supposed to be super clean. I get every thing to do with the engine and trans, wiring harness, fuse box, pcm, air cleaner and tubes, maf, fuel system ect, throttle cables and pedal, trans cable and neutral safety switch.

12-04-2012, 03:14 PM	#15
steveb64 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Moline, IL Posts: 157	Re: The 1960 - 1966 Chevrolet & GMC Pickups Engine and Tranny Swap Thread Thanks CdM. I am having a blast with this truck o' mine.

12-04-2012, 03:58 PM	#16
1963c-10 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: fayetteville nc Posts: 10,338	Re: The 1960 - 1966 Chevrolet & GMC Pickups Engine and Tranny Swap Thread Cant wait to see the Caddy engine installed. What kinda hp/torque are you expecting out of it? __________________ 1963 Short bed step side SBW 427 big block and borg warner T-16 HD 3 speed manual http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=519869 1963 Short bed fleetside BBW 348 1st gen big block w/Powerglide http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=619024 1964 Short bed trailer

12-04-2012, 04:02 PM	#17
jimmydean Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: Beaverton, OR Posts: 3,728	Re: The 1960 - 1966 Chevrolet & GMC Pickups Engine and Tranny Swap Thread I "hope" to pull the LT1/4L60E from my Corvette and put them (rebuilt, mild upgrades) into the truck. Of course this means the Vette will need an LS3/T56 to replace it... While I liked the idea of rebuilding the 327 to 350hp Camaro specs, the LT1 would be a lot more fun and would make room for the LS in the Vette. Win/Win. Only plans for the LT1 are a mild cam and MSD ignition to replace the OptiSpark OE setup. Right now I am still saving my pennies for my Dropmembers. __________________ New Project: 1966 LWB C20 Plans: 1/2 ton conversion Dropmember front Dropmember rear Corvette discs Restored raised bed http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=4295210



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12-05-2012, 02:58 PM	#18
steveb64 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Moline, IL Posts: 157	Re: The 1960 - 1966 Chevrolet & GMC Pickups Engine and Tranny Swap Thread Hoping for mid 400's hp and mid 500's torque.

12-05-2012, 03:43 PM	#19
Reyals Bemus Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Billerica, MA Posts: 329	Re: The 1960 - 1966 Chevrolet & GMC Pickups Engine and Tranny Swap Thread Be prepared for massive, massive amounts of stump pulling torque.

07-06-2013, 12:53 PM	#21
1Bad62Pro/Street "Where were you in '62?" Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Cleveland County, North Cackalacky Posts: 5,013	Re: The 1960 - 1966 Chevrolet & GMC Pickups Engine and Tranny Swap Thread Get The Right Transmission For Your Project https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r0iUcPuav60 http://www.staceydavid.com/ https://www.youtube.com/user/StaceyDavidsGearZ/videos __________________ PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET" 1962 Chevy C-10 Stepside Shortbed Nostalgia Pro/Street Pickup Truck PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET Build Thread What Are You Workin' On? - 1Bad62ChevyPickup PROJECT: "TYRANNORAMBLER REX" 1969 AMC Rambler American Nostalgia Pro/Street Youtube Channel: Father Son Projects Youtube Channel: 2TIMOTHY2FITHTEEN "North and South Carolina Folks Click Here!" (((( ~ I have Parts For Sale & Miscellaneous Stuff ~ )))) "Well being as there's no other place around the place, I reckon this must be the place, I reckon...Nyuk Nyuk Nyuk" -Curly Howard Ph.D.

12-14-2013, 06:57 PM	#22
1Bad62Pro/Street "Where were you in '62?" Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Cleveland County, North Cackalacky Posts: 5,013	Re: The 1960 - 1966 Chevrolet & GMC Pickups Engine and Tranny Swap Thread Bump .. ;-) __________________ PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET" 1962 Chevy C-10 Stepside Shortbed Nostalgia Pro/Street Pickup Truck PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET Build Thread What Are You Workin' On? - 1Bad62ChevyPickup PROJECT: "TYRANNORAMBLER REX" 1969 AMC Rambler American Nostalgia Pro/Street Youtube Channel: Father Son Projects Youtube Channel: 2TIMOTHY2FITHTEEN "North and South Carolina Folks Click Here!" (((( ~ I have Parts For Sale & Miscellaneous Stuff ~ )))) "Well being as there's no other place around the place, I reckon this must be the place, I reckon...Nyuk Nyuk Nyuk" -Curly Howard Ph.D.

06-29-2014, 09:40 PM	#23
1Bad62Pro/Street "Where were you in '62?" Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Cleveland County, North Cackalacky Posts: 5,013	Re: The 1960 - 1966 Chevrolet & GMC Pickups Engine and Tranny Swap Thread Bump: Engine Mounts https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bJnZ6i2gJc8 __________________ PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET" 1962 Chevy C-10 Stepside Shortbed Nostalgia Pro/Street Pickup Truck PROJECT: "FULL METAL YELLOW JACKET Build Thread What Are You Workin' On? - 1Bad62ChevyPickup PROJECT: "TYRANNORAMBLER REX" 1969 AMC Rambler American Nostalgia Pro/Street Youtube Channel: Father Son Projects Youtube Channel: 2TIMOTHY2FITHTEEN "North and South Carolina Folks Click Here!" (((( ~ I have Parts For Sale & Miscellaneous Stuff ~ )))) "Well being as there's no other place around the place, I reckon this must be the place, I reckon...Nyuk Nyuk Nyuk" -Curly Howard Ph.D.

06-30-2014, 09:11 AM	#24
mcfarlnd Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Texan living in Point Mugu, CA Posts: 82	Re: The 1960 - 1966 Chevrolet & GMC Pickups Engine and Tranny Swap Thread 1961 LS (5.3) and NV3500 swap. I used speedway universal motor mounts. I probably went a difficult route but, I wanted the oil pan to be above and behind the crossmember with a truck oil pan and have room to hide my coils behind the motor. I had to build a trans tunnel and cut the firewall. Here is the only picture I have on me at the time. This was a test fit of the motor after the firewall/ trans tunnel modification.

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