Package deal: BB, th400, 12 bolt posi...or ??? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

71sierragrande · 10-28-2011, 03:40 AM

Im not a knowledgable drivetrain guy. Who have you guys dealt with that have got u into a big block monster without breaking the bank? (Lets say...under 12 grand)? Am I dreamin? Or, tell me what Im missing?

Oh, and I just realized Im gonna get moved to drivetrain...Moderators, please let me hang out on general discussion for a day before u move me? So much more input on general, thanks

fastwillie 696969 · 10-28-2011, 08:38 AM

for under 12k get a create bbc

**Clyde65** · 10-28-2011, 10:41 AM

12K? you could have a beast of an LS!

**bowtie72** · 10-28-2011, 12:03 PM

If I had 12k to spend I would go with a LS. You get best of both worlds. Lighter weight,better mileage,more efficient. Its the way to go.

71sierragrande · 10-28-2011, 12:35 PM

But I also have to upgrade trans and rear. I have a th350 and a non posi currently.

**Clyde65** · 10-28-2011, 12:55 PM

cammed LQ9/4l80E would set you back around $4K maybe a bit more, rear end complete rebuild, say 2K. anothe r2K for misc stuff you find you need/want when putting together.

This would get you around 500HP or so at the FW. plus would probably pull 18-20MPG on the highway

71sierragrande · 10-28-2011, 02:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Clyde65

cammed LQ9/4l80E would set you back around $4K maybe a bit more, rear end complete rebuild, say 2K. anothe r2K for misc stuff you find you need/want when putting together.

This would get you around 500HP or so at the FW. plus would probably pull 18-20MPG on the highway

Wow! Clyde, great info, where do I find this cammed LQ9/4L80E for 4 grand?

b454rat · 10-28-2011, 11:00 PM

For $12k you build one hell of a big block. I had an alum headed 468 bout 550 horse for $6500. IIRC that included everything, buying the motor, parts, labor, etc.

71sierragrande · 10-29-2011, 05:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by b454rat

For $12k you build one hell of a big block. I had an alum headed 468 bout 550 horse for $6500. IIRC that included everything, buying the motor, parts, labor, etc.

But where do I get it?

**Clyde65** · 10-29-2011, 09:18 AM

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Originally Posted by 71sierragrande

Wow! Clyde, great info, where do I find this cammed LQ9/4L80E for 4 grand?

Here is an LQ9 for about $2100 bare in Dallas LKQ, 4L80e's here are around a grand, cam and stuff should be about a grand too.

http://www.lkqcorp.com/search-inventory.aspx

300-05953A Used Sugg. Retail: $1165.18 Avail. For Zip: YES
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b454rat · 10-29-2011, 10:05 AM

I pieced it together. Bought the burb for the motor, heads from Scoggin Dickey, most other parts from Summit Racing. Had the motor put together by a shop in MD.

If you look around, you can find something pretty nasty for under $12k.

Here is two....

http://www.competitionproducts.com/T...products/1615/

10-28-2011, 03:40 AM	#1
71sierragrande Petroleum User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: San Diego, California Posts: 928	Package deal: BB, th400, 12 bolt posi...or ??? Im not a knowledgable drivetrain guy. Who have you guys dealt with that have got u into a big block monster without breaking the bank? (Lets say...under 12 grand)? Am I dreamin? Or, tell me what Im missing? Oh, and I just realized Im gonna get moved to drivetrain...Moderators, please let me hang out on general discussion for a day before u move me? So much more input on general, thanks __________________ 1971 GMC Sierra Grande 2WD 1/2 ton, 350/400 auto 2008 Chevy Silverado 2WD 1/2 ton LT1 5.3L auto Last edited by 71sierragrande; 10-28-2011 at 03:46 AM.

10-28-2011, 08:38 AM	#2
fastwillie 696969 ~Rest In Peace~ Join Date: May 2005 Location: CALIFORNIA NOR CAL Posts: 9,707	Re: Package deal: BB, th400, 12 bolt posi...or ??? for under 12k get a create bbc __________________ is it fast ? it has a lighting bolt donut? B___H please, I can remove 90% of your so called "beauty" with a kleenex

10-28-2011, 10:41 AM	#3
Clyde65 1965 Chevy C10, 2005 4.8L/4l60 Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: DFW Texas Posts: 8,546	Re: Package deal: BB, th400, 12 bolt posi...or ??? 12K? you could have a beast of an LS! __________________ Clyde65 Rebuild of Clyde http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post8338184 69 Aristocrat Lo Liner build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post7561684 *support our troops!*

10-28-2011, 12:03 PM	#4
bowtie72 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Colorado Posts: 363	Re: Package deal: BB, th400, 12 bolt posi...or ??? If I had 12k to spend I would go with a LS. You get best of both worlds. Lighter weight,better mileage,more efficient. Its the way to go. __________________ 1968 SWB "Little White Truck" 1972 LWB LS 4l80 "Plain Jane!!"

10-28-2011, 12:35 PM	#5
71sierragrande Petroleum User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: San Diego, California Posts: 928	Re: Package deal: BB, th400, 12 bolt posi...or ??? But I also have to upgrade trans and rear. I have a th350 and a non posi currently. __________________ 1971 GMC Sierra Grande 2WD 1/2 ton, 350/400 auto 2008 Chevy Silverado 2WD 1/2 ton LT1 5.3L auto

10-28-2011, 12:55 PM	#6
Clyde65 1965 Chevy C10, 2005 4.8L/4l60 Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: DFW Texas Posts: 8,546	Re: Package deal: BB, th400, 12 bolt posi...or ??? cammed LQ9/4l80E would set you back around $4K maybe a bit more, rear end complete rebuild, say 2K. anothe r2K for misc stuff you find you need/want when putting together. This would get you around 500HP or so at the FW. plus would probably pull 18-20MPG on the highway __________________ Clyde65 Rebuild of Clyde http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post8338184 69 Aristocrat Lo Liner build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post7561684 *support our troops!*

10-28-2011, 11:00 PM	#8
b454rat Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Binghamton, NY Posts: 3,469	Re: Package deal: BB, th400, 12 bolt posi...or ??? For $12k you build one hell of a big block. I had an alum headed 468 bout 550 horse for $6500. IIRC that included everything, buying the motor, parts, labor, etc. __________________ 2000 GMC CCSB 454/4L80 6” lift SAS 1999 Chevy CCSB 454/NV4500 4” SAS 1999 GMC Yukon 350/4L60 6" SAS

10-29-2011, 10:05 AM	#11
b454rat Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Binghamton, NY Posts: 3,469	Re: Package deal: BB, th400, 12 bolt posi...or ??? I pieced it together. Bought the burb for the motor, heads from Scoggin Dickey, most other parts from Summit Racing. Had the motor put together by a shop in MD. If you look around, you can find something pretty nasty for under $12k. Here is two.... http://www.competitionproducts.com/T...products/1615/ __________________ 2000 GMC CCSB 454/4L80 6” lift SAS 1999 Chevy CCSB 454/NV4500 4” SAS 1999 GMC Yukon 350/4L60 6" SAS



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