WIW 1/2 ton CCSB

[joe231]

I don't think I'd be too worried about up to 150k as long as I could pull a valve cover or the oil pan and get a look in it to make sure it's been serviced regularly, but $1500 seems kinda high for that many miles...
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[Clyde65]

I have heard of these motors going well into the 250K range so I really would worry, however I would definately crack it open and llok, also I would agree with the if over say 150K or so, price would need to be cheap for sure.

[joe231]

That's what I was thinking....

[Jonboy]

The $1500 was for engine, trans, accessories, wiring, everything to make it run. It wasn't so much the price that bothered me, but the mileage. I had a truck in the shop a few weeks ago with 390K on it, so I know they will run forever. I just hate to have to pull it if it breaks on me.

[Clyde65]

for all of that included, I would possibly offer 1200.00 mentioning the mileage ( you can just act dumb for that moment) and tell him you will load it up now, then see where he goes. but first take a valve cover off and also look at the dipstick and trans dipstick, but you probably know all that. sorry if I stepped on your toes man.

i looked at LKQ and for the motor only with 100K they want $750, so maybe that would be a good deal, they have them with under 50K for $1100.00 but that is engine alone.

[joe231]

I've been looking at LKQ also, saw a few 125K 5.3's for $575.
And some 4.8's for $450....I wonder how much more it would be to get it with the accessories, wiring, and computer......
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[Jonboy]

That's a yard I deal with all of the time (they just love it when I mention 73-91 trucks....). The accessories seem to add up pretty quick, too. I would imagine pulling the wiring harnesses and all would be a PITA compared to just unbolting and pulling an engine.

When I called LKQ, they do not sell an engine as a pull out. Everything is dismantled and sold seperately.

[Clyde65]

I would call and ask, worse case you say thank you and hang up. The one experience I had with them was very positive and I would buy from them again. I would call and ask them for a low mileage ( fill in your upper level here) motor with all accessories and PCM/harness, then also ask for the trans too. they might include the acc and pcm/harness if you buy the trans and motor together, ya never know. I think I have a contact for the one in Hutchins Texas if that is where your going....let me know if you want it, the contact could be just a sales rep though, she has been good to me and another friend before.

DUH!!! I didnt read what Jonboy wrote. stupid me....there is another group that does the pull out thing though....I am looking for that info....

[Jonboy]

I usually use Robert @ RCS in Tyler. They deliver to me daily. I hve been using them for about 10 years here at the shop. If you want to check them, it's 1-800-259-4020.

[nlped]

Don't sell it, Joe! If you decide to though...let me know .

Ed

[baclay9]

I hadn't seen this yet, don't do it man...Yours is worth more than the one in Duncan...Trust me.

[joe231]

Thanks for the info Jon and Clyde, I'm nowhere near a LS swap right now, but I love to dream...


Thanks Ed!
Everything is for sale, just depends on the price

Thanks Brandon!
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[nlped]

^^^Amen, brother!

[Jonboy]

On the LS swap, I found the same deal with 59K on it. I passed the deal on to a friend, but I think my '74 will be up for it as soon as the next one comes around.

[Clyde65]

Woohooo! another convert!

[joe231]

Right on Jon!!

Clyde, I'm a convert in my mind, but unfortunately my wallet can't keep up
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[Clyde65]

heck I know all that very well, it is why I went with the 4.8/4l60e. but knowing what I know now, I should have done it in stages kinda....like did a 700r4 waited a few months, then the 4.8, but since I did mine there is alot more info out there to help us do the swaps. I threw good money away cuz I listened to someone and didnt check their facts first. I also bit off alot more than I should have. I did the motor, trans, brakes, wiring harness, not to mention the fuel system for the LS, motor harness, radiator and more all at once, in my carport, during winter ( yes it WAS cold in Texas!) I was way overwhelmed, but with my dad's help and this forum along with LS1tech forum, we got it done ( 7months of after work and weekends that I didnt have my kids) and it is sweet.

[BGRAFX]

I need to make a trip to OK one of these days
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[joe231]

yes you do!!

[nlped]

Well, Joe, still got it? Or you ready to sell it to me?

[joe231]

I still have it
Hopefully I'll finish up the 'Burb tank, get my new tires on, and install my hidden hitch from Carolina Classics this weekend.
Everything is for sale, just depends on if the price is right
How are you enjoying that killer blazer of yours?
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[nlped]

The Blazer is still fun, but it isn't a pickup truck . I wished I had kept Bob! I would really like to find me a midpoint CCSB so I could finish it to my taste. Yours is gonna be great!

[joe231]

Right on!
Thanks man!
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