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01-24-2020, 11:29 PM
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Motor swap
I’m going to post up the progress of the engine swap in my 72 C20. It might not be exciting but it will be cool to look back on.
Started with a tired, stock 350. After getting it out, I sprayed the engine compartment with EZ OFF and power washed it. Last edited by letsgofast; 01-26-2020 at 01:27 PM. |
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01-24-2020, 11:36 PM
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Hit it with Satin Rustoleum
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01-25-2020, 12:11 AM
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Newness
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01-25-2020, 12:16 AM
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Blueprint Engines 365/405
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01-25-2020, 12:40 AM
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That is going to look good! Did you get a good deal on the engine? Too bad they dont sell big blocks like that.
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01-25-2020, 01:31 AM
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01-25-2020, 11:04 AM
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Nice looking engine. Its going to look great in the truck. What Carb did you get it with?
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01-25-2020, 12:46 PM
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Love those "Ochre" paint jobs! L-31 motor is a good choice, looks good!
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01-25-2020, 01:30 PM
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Nice job on the prep work! That's the hardest part.
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01-25-2020, 01:41 PM
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01-25-2020, 01:45 PM
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01-25-2020, 05:18 PM
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Holley 6210 spread bore is a great carb for those motors.
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01-25-2020, 09:29 PM
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01-25-2020, 11:24 PM
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More progress today. I fixed a leak at the shifter shaft and changed the transmission filter today. I also installed a 2500 stall converter.
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01-26-2020, 02:56 AM
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Sub'd for the update on driving!
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01-26-2020, 01:30 PM
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New trans cooler lines this morning and getting the motor out of the crate.
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01-26-2020, 01:36 PM
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I really enjoy this thread. Im excited about how it will drive. The blueprint 355 i put in my 71 is a great engine. Sounds great, and great fun to drive. Im sure you will be more than happy with it.
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01-26-2020, 06:10 PM
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01-26-2020, 06:25 PM
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I’ve made great progress today. I have spent a lot of time just piddling around with little things. I want it to be right when it’s done. It doesn’t have to be perfect and i don’t ever expect it to be but i want it to be RIGHT.
The motor is in its new home. The bellhousing and motor mounts are fastened. I went with Doug’s tri-y headers. Today was the first time they had been out of the plastic. They are a thing of beauty. I had considered going a cheaper route but as I said above. I want it to be right. I am happy. |
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01-26-2020, 06:35 PM
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That sir is looking sweet! Nice job.
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01-27-2020, 11:22 PM
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More progress tonight. Slow and steady progress but it's still progress.
Got the torque converter bolts in. Driver side header. Fuel pump. Oil pressure line that if forgot to put in before I dropped the motor in  Got online and ordered a few parts to wrap this up. It might run this week. -6 AN fuel line, fittings and filter Holley 4160 dual feed line Holley transmission kick down and throttle brackets Accessory pulleys Power steering pump Hi torque starter |
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01-28-2020, 01:53 AM
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I’m ready to get back on the road
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01-28-2020, 02:30 AM
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Nice looking work! Post videos of the new motor running if you can please, I'd love to hear it.
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01-28-2020, 02:51 AM
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01-28-2020, 06:56 AM
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Looking good, Can't wait to hear it
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