5.3 swap questions

[jadedbird]

I have a 1964 swb. I bought a 72 frame and plan to swap the body and horns onto the 72 frame since the frame has power disk brakes and power steering and collapsable steering column.

I also have a 2000 5.3 complete pullout a
Does the power steering work with the 72? And how about the oil pan?
I want a t56 but can't seem to find one without it being over priced. So I was thinking Muncie 4 speed.

I know I'll need a ls2 pilot bearing To make it fit.
The 72 has a drive shaft for a th350 so Will I need a new one or get that drive shaft fitted to The Muncie 4 speed?

Will the harness work or will I need to get it modified? And how do I get it to work with all my other harnesses in the truck?

What motor mounts and adapters do I need?
I will probably have my guy fab a trans cross membeR since most aftermarket xmembers throw off the motor angle.

I will be getting the gas tank moved to the under bed. Use walbro external pump and corvette filter/regulator/6an line and 4an return lines.
rears have stock gears but I'll probably swap to 3.42 to help driveavilith.

Truck will be dropped wit. Cut front springs, 3 in rear blocks and 6" drop springs

[DLW]

Not sure if you saw this, but there is a dedicated forum here for us LS swappers with a wealth of info http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/f...play.php?f=206.

[jadedbird]

That I did not see. Im just tired of the lack of knowledge on lstech

[jadedbird]

Thanks again

[Clyde65]

You do not need to swap frames my friend, move all that stuff over to your frame. It will have the same VIN on the frame as the cab-better for if\when you sell.

ECE sells some clam shell type for our trucks, also I would get a trans mount from CPP-tubular.

Why go through all the expense to do the motor and trans and cut coils? Use drop spindles and 2" drop coils, 5' drop coils in rear with a 1" block so you dont need a c notch. much better ride and handling this way, also get you a fat sway bar for the front too!

These guys here are fantastic and very knowledgeable. pick their brains but be darn sure to include pictures because no one believes anything until you show them a picture.

Good luck!