11-01-2014, 02:16 AM | #1 |
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68 C30 Duramax swap
Looking into the possibility of a swap. Searched the board for a build thread, but didn't have any luck. I know the swaps are out there. Anyone have a link to a build thread? I'd like to see what it entails before I drop the coin to buy the wrecked Duramax that's for sale down the road.
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11-01-2014, 10:14 AM | #2 |
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Re: 68 C30 Duramax swap
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11-01-2014, 11:57 AM | #3 |
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Re: 68 C30 Duramax swap
That thing is ridiculous
but I recommend boxing the frame. I've seen it several times in square body trucks. The weight/rattle/torque tends to destroy a frame mainly under the engine and trans. Cracks around engine mounts and loosens rivets. At least you're starting with a thicker C30 frame, but if it's going to be used for anything other than show, you might want to box the front portion of the frame.
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Re: 68 C30 Duramax swap
What engine mounts are you using?
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Re: 68 C30 Duramax swap
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