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78-5.3 · 12-16-2009, 09:30 PM

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Originally Posted by smokedat

btw, what mount plates are you going with for the LSx?

the motor mount plates are from S&P, allows you to bolt LS-1 to original V-8 motor mounts[/QUOTE]

ls1 & vortec 4.8 -5.3-6.0

**nlped** · 12-18-2009, 04:08 PM

You are moving right along!!!

Shon · 12-18-2009, 04:42 PM

I am using F-body Rad and double fans, only 1 fan ever runs, it keeps it as cool as I want it. I have the first one on at 210 and it gets up there and cools right down, had it at 180 but it stayed on alot and it is consistantly at 194 while driving around.

I am also using fuel injection rubber lines every where.

I used transdapt plates like the S&Ps and poly stock style motor mounts with the stock mounts on the frame side.

The new power will be fun!!!!

smokedat · 12-18-2009, 10:19 PM

Update, today i got my AC kit and PS pulley and new belt, I test fitted everything and it sure looks perty The compressor has the rear exit hoses.
It got dark so tomorrow I will take some pics but Here's a few of today's progress.

JohnC · 12-19-2009, 09:16 AM

looking good man.

menace121978 · 12-19-2009, 09:22 AM

X2 looks sweet buddy. things are coming together real nice!!

STOCKISH · 12-19-2009, 10:05 AM

OOOOOH, shiney! Lookin good.

**Thealien** · 12-19-2009, 10:35 AM

Looks great! If you don't mind me asking what did that whole setup cost. Just trying to compare with a couple of options that are out there.

If you don't want to post it for some reason please PM me.

smokedat · 12-19-2009, 01:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Thealien

Looks great! If you don't mind me asking what did that whole setup cost. Just trying to compare with a couple of options that are out there.

If you don't want to post it for some reason please PM me.

No problem Alien the polished wide style A/C kit was $736
the rear exit hoses option was additional $50 so total was $786

NOTE: the PS pulley was extra not part of the A/C kit that one was $120

**Thealien** · 12-19-2009, 06:38 PM

Thanks. I may have to relocate my AC compressor on my swap and just looking at options. There are some options that are a few hundred dollars and use your original comp to whole accessory set ups that run $2500-3000. Thanks for the pics and info!

menace121978 · 12-19-2009, 08:25 PM

thanks for the info! alien, what other options are out there?? please pm or even post up in my build for others

**Thealien** · 12-20-2009, 12:07 PM

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Originally Posted by menace121978

thanks for the info! alien, what other options are out there?? please pm or even post up in my build for others

I will but be patient with me LOL. I have about 100 pages bookmarked and 10-20 different folders all related to my/an LS swap. All unorganised at the moment. AC is way down on my list right now as I am having crossmember issues (I think resolved) with putting a 5.3 into my stock height 4X4 72 Jimmy. I will have my factory AC hooked up to the LS engine somehow but that is as I said way down my list at the moment. If I haven't posted anything within a week please PM me a reminder. I have a couple of different options bookmarked.

**Thealien** · 12-20-2009, 12:37 PM

All right here are 2. There is another inexpensive one that uses the pancake style compressor but I can't find that link right now. If and when I do I will add it.

THE EXPENSIVE ONES BUT???

A LESS EXOENSIVE SOLUTION BUT USES AN EXPENSIVE SANDEN COMPRESSOR

AND HERE IS THE THIRD OPTION

smokedat · 12-20-2009, 01:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Thealien

All right here are 2. There is another inexpensive one that uses the pancake style compressor but I can't find that link right now. If and when I do I will add it.

THE EXPENSIVE ONES BUT???

A LESS EXOENSIVE SOLUTION BUT USES AN EXPENSIVE SANDEN COMPRESSOR

AND HERE IS THE THIRD OPTION

thanks for the links very helpful

rongstad · 12-20-2009, 01:51 PM

x 2...........thanks

Manbearpig · 12-20-2009, 07:30 PM

Nice!

menace121978 · 12-20-2009, 08:51 PM

right on man! thank you big time!! i'm just relieved to see other options out there besides the fancy s&p brackets.

mcbassin · 12-20-2009, 09:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by menace121978

right on man! thank you big time!! i'm just relieved to see other options out there besides the fancy s&p brackets.

Me too, I would like to design a set of brackets for mine to use the compressor that came with it.

qu1cks1lver56 · 12-21-2009, 12:54 AM

These trucks look so good in white, I almost wish I woulda painted mine white.

Truck's lookin good man, should be killer when you get that LS1 in there.

smokedat · 12-21-2009, 01:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by qu1cks1lver56

These trucks look so good in white, I almost wish I woulda painted mine white.

Truck's lookin good man, should be killer when you get that LS1 in there.

thanks, after I finish the swap I will concentrate on the body and paint and ulpostery. Luckily it has very few rust spots. After a few sleep less nights I finally settled on Jetstream Blue Metallic PPG code 512Q, to compliment the paint color I plan on doing a 2 tone interior with blue and white.

sample pictures

smokedat · 12-21-2009, 01:44 AM

more samples

JohnC · 12-21-2009, 09:28 AM

That's an awesome color, and the two tone interior will look sweet!

rongstad · 12-21-2009, 09:34 AM

nice color combo!!!

smokedat · 12-23-2009, 02:45 PM

Update, Im currently waiting on parts. Need the A/C compressor billet cover, spark plugs, air intake, intake filters, and thermostat housing. I will be replacing it with a CSR straight up and a 160' thermostat. Also waiting on my fuel rail covers. Trying to compliment the engine compartment with some blue wherever i can.

JohnC · 12-23-2009, 05:44 PM

I love the finned look on those. That is sweet!

12-18-2009, 04:08 PM	#77
nlped Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Hayden, Al. Posts: 4,148	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne You are moving right along!!! __________________ Carter 1968 Chevy SWB Fleet... Walt 1963-1/2 Ford Falcon Futura...Martha

12-18-2009, 04:42 PM	#78
Shon Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: sc Posts: 1,203	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne I am using F-body Rad and double fans, only 1 fan ever runs, it keeps it as cool as I want it. I have the first one on at 210 and it gets up there and cools right down, had it at 180 but it stayed on alot and it is consistantly at 194 while driving around. I am also using fuel injection rubber lines every where. I used transdapt plates like the S&Ps and poly stock style motor mounts with the stock mounts on the frame side. The new power will be fun!!!! __________________ 71 Cheyenne C10 LWB cam'd 6.0/T56 Swap Last edited by Shon; 12-18-2009 at 04:43 PM.

12-18-2009, 10:19 PM	#79
smokedat Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: santa paula Ca Posts: 772	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne Update, today i got my AC kit and PS pulley and new belt, I test fitted everything and it sure looks perty The compressor has the rear exit hoses. It got dark so tomorrow I will take some pics but Here's a few of today's progress. Attached Images

12-19-2009, 09:16 AM	#80
JohnC Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 7,461	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne looking good man.

12-19-2009, 09:22 AM	#81
menace121978 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: orangevale, ca Posts: 3,626	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne X2 looks sweet buddy. things are coming together real nice!! __________________ "Dennis the Menace" 1978 Silverado (2wd, 1/2 ton, short bed)complete nut & bolt frame off restomod LQ9/4L80E MY LS SWAP/FRAME OFF BUILD BOOK 2006 TBSS way too much to list

12-19-2009, 10:05 AM	#82
STOCKISH Formerly- 1972SuperCheyenne Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Wake Forest NC Posts: 5,782	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne OOOOOH, shiney! Lookin good. __________________ --Josh My Build Thread:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=799218 A good crossthread is better than Loctite any day. Life is not about what you have, but who you have to share it with.

12-19-2009, 10:35 AM	#83
Thealien Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Pine Ridge Florida Posts: 4,135	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne Looks great! If you don't mind me asking what did that whole setup cost. Just trying to compare with a couple of options that are out there. If you don't want to post it for some reason please PM me.

12-19-2009, 06:38 PM	#85
Thealien Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Pine Ridge Florida Posts: 4,135	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne Thanks. I may have to relocate my AC compressor on my swap and just looking at options. There are some options that are a few hundred dollars and use your original comp to whole accessory set ups that run $2500-3000. Thanks for the pics and info!

12-19-2009, 08:25 PM	#86
menace121978 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: orangevale, ca Posts: 3,626	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne thanks for the info! alien, what other options are out there?? please pm or even post up in my build for others __________________ "Dennis the Menace" 1978 Silverado (2wd, 1/2 ton, short bed)complete nut & bolt frame off restomod LQ9/4L80E MY LS SWAP/FRAME OFF BUILD BOOK 2006 TBSS way too much to list

12-20-2009, 12:37 PM	#88
Thealien Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Pine Ridge Florida Posts: 4,135	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne All right here are 2. There is another inexpensive one that uses the pancake style compressor but I can't find that link right now. If and when I do I will add it. THE EXPENSIVE ONES BUT??? A LESS EXOENSIVE SOLUTION BUT USES AN EXPENSIVE SANDEN COMPRESSOR AND HERE IS THE THIRD OPTION Last edited by Thealien; 12-20-2009 at 12:41 PM. Reason: I found it!!

12-20-2009, 01:51 PM	#90
rongstad Future: 86 on GenIV power! Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: San Antonio, Texas Posts: 105	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne x 2...........thanks

12-20-2009, 07:30 PM	#91
Manbearpig Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Midland, Tx Posts: 418	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne Nice! __________________ 1972 GMC C10

12-20-2009, 08:51 PM	#92
menace121978 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: orangevale, ca Posts: 3,626	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne right on man! thank you big time!! i'm just relieved to see other options out there besides the fancy s&p brackets. __________________ "Dennis the Menace" 1978 Silverado (2wd, 1/2 ton, short bed)complete nut & bolt frame off restomod LQ9/4L80E MY LS SWAP/FRAME OFF BUILD BOOK 2006 TBSS way too much to list

12-21-2009, 12:54 AM	#94
qu1cks1lver56 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Milton, FL Posts: 733	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne These trucks look so good in white, I almost wish I woulda painted mine white. Truck's lookin good man, should be killer when you get that LS1 in there.

12-21-2009, 01:44 AM	#96
smokedat Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: santa paula Ca Posts: 772	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne more samples Attached Images



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12-21-2009, 09:28 AM	#97
JohnC Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 7,461	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne That's an awesome color, and the two tone interior will look sweet!

12-21-2009, 09:34 AM	#98
rongstad Future: 86 on GenIV power! Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: San Antonio, Texas Posts: 105	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne nice color combo!!!

12-23-2009, 02:45 PM	#99
smokedat Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: santa paula Ca Posts: 772	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne Update, Im currently waiting on parts. Need the A/C compressor billet cover, spark plugs, air intake, intake filters, and thermostat housing. I will be replacing it with a CSR straight up and a 160' thermostat. Also waiting on my fuel rail covers. Trying to compliment the engine compartment with some blue wherever i can. Attached Images

12-23-2009, 05:44 PM	#100
JohnC Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 7,461	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne I love the finned look on those. That is sweet!

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