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07-14-2017, 10:59 PM | #1 |
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Re: 72 blazer ls swap
Well I figure it's about time I update this build. After having a busy spring the blazer did not get done by my estimated time of memorial day but I did have it running by the 4th of July.
So because of time I opted for a wiring harness from bp automotive. This harness is layed out very nice with all wires labeled. The only thing I would suggest is calling to place the order instead of doing it online. I ended up with the wrong injector connectors due to not knowing it was a flex fuel motor. I ran the harness through the firewall behind the passenger side fuel rail and made a bracket (shown) that allowed me to mount the computer and fuse panel right under the glove box. As for the throttle cable, I used the one off the suburban and it fits great. You will barely have to ream the hole in the firewall and then just make a slot in the gas peddle for the cable to slide into it. I also used the lokar shifter linkage which took a lot less time to install than expected. I reused the stock radiator that was in the blazer and uses the radiator hoses off the suburban. I trimmed a few inches off the lower one. Also I drilled and tapped the water pump to connect the steam ports to.. As for fans I bought a 2004 grand cherokee fan and put it into the stock shroud. Note that the 2000 to 2003 are single speed and the 2004 is a 2 speed motor. I have yet to have it bring on high speed. The cold air intake was a part I found at a swap meet. I believe there's a part number on it if anyone's wants me to lookeep but I know it was for a carb setup. Then just a filter and boots from summit.
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07-14-2017, 11:03 PM | #2 |
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Sorry not sure why the one picture is upside-down . New carpet was installed along with some insulation
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07-14-2017, 11:06 PM | #3 |
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Now with the top off the new softtopper was fitted. It's 90% done at this point but I think inner fenders are optional lol. Once I get it cleaned up I'll take some better pictures.
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Good work brother!
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07-25-2017, 07:14 PM | #5 |
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Re: 72 blazer ls swap
Did you install the DD engine crossmember forward to accommodate the overdrive? I ask because I am installing a 4l80e with an ls3 and definitely have to come forward with mine to keep the tcase in the stock position.
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07-25-2017, 09:28 PM | #6 |
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Ya the engine has to move forward due to the transmission being longer I believe. I did a few mockups with mounting the t-case where it belongs to see where I needed to drill for the new crossmember. I can take a measurement if you would like, just let me know.
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A measurement would be great. Did you simply slide the engine forward on the mounts or did you slide the crossmember forward? Since I’m going with a 4l80e/np205 in mine I am probably going to be moving the engine another 3-4” forward compared to the 4l60. I went this route for the reputation the 4l80 has to hold up to higher horsepower since I’m using an ls3 for my build. What did you go with for headers/manifolds? Any pics of the setup?
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That is awesome. Love the setup and wheels
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Do you have any photos of what you did with your brake lines?
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Running adapters on them new style wheels?
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03-10-2017, 10:46 PM | #11 |
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Your not hijacking, as all the questions you want. I also could not find that info. I started my own mounts then gave up. So it was easier for me to reference the head. With a straight edge laying on the frame and touching the rear mounting bolt webbing on the block, the head is slightly over an inch. I'd say 1 1/8"
I also took a picture of the gas tank to axle spacing so show why the original gas tank brace gets moved back.
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03-10-2017, 10:50 PM | #12 |
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I also tried the transfer case side mount but it is was off. Keegan yours looks like it is taller. I have pictures of what mine measures if anyone has one that they can verify if this is the wrong mount.
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To be honest I haven't thought that far. I was hoping the factory hose would connect to the tank. Maybe Keegan can tell someone how he did it.
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Yea I would say yours is short
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