Okay guys looking at putting a 5.3 in my 81 silverado...what all do I need to swap it out and keep my th350
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Okay guys looking at putting a 5.3 in my 81 silverado...what all do I need to swap it out and keep my th350
The search button :lol:
Go to Truckin.com web site, and have a look in the Tech section. Good article on doing this. I think its in a Blazer.
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Originally Posted by Botlfed
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Anyway, your swap shouldn't be too bad since there's tons of room under the hood of those older trucks. You will need to do your homework if you want to run headers and make accessories work. Not hard, but it's a good idea to have that info once you start the swap. As stated above, the search button does wonders. If you have any specific questions, let us know.
I found with mine, there wasnt a lot of room for exhaust manifolds. Your truck ones may clear, but I didnt have access to any of those. I ended up fitting extractors(headers in your lingo) after I modified them with a hammer.:ugh2:
I swapped a 6.0 and 4L80e from a 2006 Silverado into my 79 Silverado. easy swap. Exhaust manifolds worked with just a little notch on the frame on passenger side. Most of my time was used finding small items and fittings for trans cooling lines, power steering fittings, and such. Not difficult, just time consuming. Plan well and read all the post. Good luck. It is worth the effort.
A small thread hijack, dayman, how did the 4L80E clear the tunnel, or did you have to modify it? I would love to see some pics please.
I too spent a lot of time with fiddly bits. I was lucky to buy a whole car, so most of what I needed was on that. Certainly get as much info as possible 1st.
I would do another, but having learnt a lot from mine, I would change some things.
Ian
No problem with clearance. checkout my profile. I have an album with a few photos. I need to update latest work. Project is still a work in progress. Waiting for warmer weather. I have to do most work outside.
Nice looking build. Love to see pics when she's done.