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f.monroe · 03-23-2008, 05:37 AM

I pulled the 454/th400 out of the 74 3/4 ton GMC that I have had sitting a while . I just left it in the truck because it was a good place for it but I am cleaning up and the truck will go to the crusher . What is a core 454/th400 combo worth . I pulled the engine /trans complete with all brackets and accessories . The truck had 92,xxx miles and ran OK when I parked it several years ago . I will probably keep the engine but was just wondering what they are worth these days . I pulled the radiator and shroud also . The mounts should be the same right ? No need to pull the motor mounts ? Is there anything else I should get before my friend hauls it off . Are 3/4 ton front swaybars thicker than 1/2 tons ? I am not hunting for a buyer but if this post is a problem , let me know and I will delete it . Frank

87 STEPPER · 03-23-2008, 06:12 AM

Yes the eng. mounts are different i'd get 'em if you still have the truck and yes the anit sway bar is thicker on a 3/4t than the 1/2t trucks i'd get it too.

As for the Value of the eng. and trans not a whole lot the block will be worth more than the tran's but how much is really up to the person who want's to buy it and how bad they want it. And with fuel prices going out of sight don't expect to sell it any time soon.

f.monroe · 03-23-2008, 06:22 AM

The truck is still here so I will grab the mounts and swaybar tomorrow. It will probably disappear Monday . As for the 454 , it went into the barn and will probably stay there since it is the only one I have other than the the 454 77 I have . If I decide to build a nice big block for one of my trucks , this one would be a great candidate . I used my front end loader to pull it and it was the easiest pull ever . Frank

454HO · 03-23-2008, 08:28 AM

If it has a double hump trans crossmember, pull it too.

f.monroe · 03-23-2008, 10:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 454HO

If it has a double hump trans crossmember, pull it too.

Thanks for the reminder . I forgot about the crossmember . Frank

72freak · 03-24-2008, 03:23 AM

With fuel prices the way they are/.........about 8 cents a pound!!!! LOL

streetstar · 03-23-2008, 09:11 AM

That combo should be worth 1000 bucks --- not everybody cares about fuel prices for their weekend toy

Maybe 750 if you just want to dump it quick

MylilBowTie · 03-23-2008, 07:35 PM

The hydro-boost system would be nice to have.

f.monroe · 03-23-2008, 10:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MylilBowTie

The hydro-boost system would be nice to have.

The truck had regular vacuum assist brakes . It did ,for some reason , have a power steering cooler . Frank

03-23-2008, 05:37 AM	#1
f.monroe Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Caldwell,Tx. Posts: 3,648	Value of 454/th400 ? I pulled the 454/th400 out of the 74 3/4 ton GMC that I have had sitting a while . I just left it in the truck because it was a good place for it but I am cleaning up and the truck will go to the crusher . What is a core 454/th400 combo worth . I pulled the engine /trans complete with all brackets and accessories . The truck had 92,xxx miles and ran OK when I parked it several years ago . I will probably keep the engine but was just wondering what they are worth these days . I pulled the radiator and shroud also . The mounts should be the same right ? No need to pull the motor mounts ? Is there anything else I should get before my friend hauls it off . Are 3/4 ton front swaybars thicker than 1/2 tons ? I am not hunting for a buyer but if this post is a problem , let me know and I will delete it . Frank __________________ Born and proudly residing in a Red State !

03-23-2008, 06:12 AM	#2
87 STEPPER STILL PLAYS WITH TRUX Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Melbourne, Fla. Posts: 2,764	Re: Value of 454/th400 ? Yes the eng. mounts are different i'd get 'em if you still have the truck and yes the anit sway bar is thicker on a 3/4t than the 1/2t trucks i'd get it too. As for the Value of the eng. and trans not a whole lot the block will be worth more than the tran's but how much is really up to the person who want's to buy it and how bad they want it. And with fuel prices going out of sight don't expect to sell it any time soon. __________________ ~~Bruce~~ MY 87 STEPPER MY 99 2D/WD TAHOE

03-23-2008, 06:22 AM	#3
f.monroe Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Caldwell,Tx. Posts: 3,648	Re: Value of 454/th400 ? The truck is still here so I will grab the mounts and swaybar tomorrow. It will probably disappear Monday . As for the 454 , it went into the barn and will probably stay there since it is the only one I have other than the the 454 77 I have . If I decide to build a nice big block for one of my trucks , this one would be a great candidate . I used my front end loader to pull it and it was the easiest pull ever . Frank __________________ Born and proudly residing in a Red State !

03-23-2008, 08:28 AM	#4
454HO Registered User Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 1,223	Re: Value of 454/th400 ? If it has a double hump trans crossmember, pull it too. __________________ - Greg

03-24-2008, 03:23 AM	#6
72freak Rottenwood Garage Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Marietta, Georgia Posts: 4,321	Re: Value of 454/th400 ? With fuel prices the way they are/.........about 8 cents a pound!!!! LOL __________________ 2004 Chevrolet Suburban C1500 2001 Chevrolet 2500HD Crew 6.0 1999 Harley Davidson Electra Glide 1972 Chevrolet C-20 Custom Camper "Dump Truck" 1972 Chevrolet C-20 Suburban "Big Green" 1969 Chevrolet C-50 Wedge Hauler "Leonidis" 1966 C-10 2x4 short fleet 327 4 speed "Race Truck" 1952 Plymouth Cranbrook "Rican" (my grandfathers) 1931 Ford Model A Coupe "Black Beauty" 1930 Ford Model A truck "Club Cab" 4x4 Rottenwood Garage and Speed Shop.....where everything must be racy! *It's not just a hobby..It's a LIFESTYLE!!!* Thanks for nothing Barrett-Jackson You cant fix stupid or teach accountability! Time wasters, looky Lous and tire kickers are everywhere!

03-23-2008, 09:11 AM	#7
streetstar Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: Moore, Oklahoma Posts: 2,396	Re: Value of 454/th400 ? That combo should be worth 1000 bucks --- not everybody cares about fuel prices for their weekend toy Maybe 750 if you just want to dump it quick __________________ Are you retired too? Nonsense! I'm in my prime

03-23-2008, 07:35 PM	#8
MylilBowTie Right turn Clyde Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Cincinnati, Ohio Posts: 2,911	Re: Value of 454/th400 ? The hydro-boost system would be nice to have.



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