Future build parts/price list

[kerrige]

Just as the title states future build parts/price list. I would love to keep this build under 5grand. Feel free to chime in with cheapest places to buy and opinions/suggestions about the build. I will edit as I go.

Engine:
LQ4
Cam 216/220 .561/.564 Or similar that would still allow for ls6/7 springs.
LS6 springs from SDParts $56.95 edit:found some with 700 miles for $40.
Pushrods Trickflow chromemoly 5/16" 7.4 $99 summit
GMPP HD Timing Chain $38 Sdparts
LS7 Lifters $120 sdparts
Heads 317's Mild P&P AZ local machinist.
NNBS intake manifold and rails PT.net classifieds
42lb injectors PT.net classifieds
DBC 92mm PTM TB $349 Texas speed edit: found a Holley 90mm on here.
Ebay CAI $60
ARP Crankbolt ARP head bolts MLS gasket kit $298 texas speed
Custom tuned by me with possible start up tune by TBD.
Walbro 255 from superchargerconnection $99

Exhaust:
Calspeed 1 3/4" LTs
Single 3" thru a manga flow large body

Trans:
4L80E built by LQ9_Z71
Circle D Stall 258mm multidisk 3k speed $1100
trucool 40k $145 ebay
Custom cross support or possible bolt on tubular.

Rear:
Valuetrac/3.90s Ron's

Nitrous:
NX Mainline kit 100shot $399 before ls1truck discount

[kerrige]

I guess I should add my goals/reasoning for certain decisions.
I am going for a mild DD build.
I want to hit 11s on the spray.
I want it to be bullet proof.
I want to tow without worry.

[RS/SS 4.8]

I only see one major problem. No turbo. U need a turbo, or 2. JFWU. At least it looks like u know what u want.

[kerrige]

I only see one major problem. No turbo. U need a turbo, or 2. JFWU. At least it looks like u know what u want.

I am sure it will see a turbo build before all is said and done, but it is no where near ready for that just yet. Need to address all the weak links first. Between the stock 10bolt, slipping 60e, and tapping 4.8 valve train my truck is a ticking time bomb. It will turn into a weekend warrior/race toy one day.

[pl4yboy]

I am sure it will see a turbo build before all is said and done, but it is no where near ready for that just yet. Need to address all the weak links first. Between the stock 10bolt, slipping 60e, and tapping 4.8 valve train my truck is a ticking time bomb. It will turn into a weekend warrior/race toy one day.

More cam, smaller diameter and higher stall.

[kerrige]

More cam, smaller diameter and higher stall.

I was under the impression that in cases of heavy towing(5000+lbs) a larger diameter lower speed stall was better and the smaller cam is to accommodate the less expensive and more reliable ls6 springs. I know your truck is quite the capable vehicle, but in my case I would think adjustments would need to be made.

[pl4yboy]

I was under the impression that in cases of heavy towing(5000+lbs) a larger diameter lower speed stall was better and the smaller cam is to accommodate the less expensive and more reliable ls6 springs. I know your truck is quite the capable vehicle, but in my case I would think adjustments would need to be made.

You can't live scared. There is nothing unreliable about double springs, you just have to be willing to check them every 20k miles or so. As far as a cam... That thing is a baby and not worth swapping in if you ask me. With a 5k budget you can buy some really nice parts for a 6l and stay in your price range.

[pl4yboy]

How often do you actually tow? I tow our boat at least once a week. I'm hooked up to a mowing trailer(6k pounds) probably 3 days a week.

[TRPLXL2]

The trucool 40k, Is that the B&M name brand one??

I bought a 36k transmission cooler from JEGS for $99.99 free shipping, It has a large 12" fan on it as well. I hooked it up to an adjustable controller ($29.99 JEGS), which let's you adjust from 160-240 degrees. It works beautifully, just a suggestion. Here's a pic
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[pl4yboy]

The trucool 40k, Is that the B&M name brand one??

I bought a 36k transmission cooler from JEGS for $99.99 free shipping, It has a large 12" fan on it as well. I hooked it up to an adjustable controller ($29.99 JEGS), which let's you adjust from 160-240 degrees. It works beautifully, just a suggestion. Here's a pic
Attachment 7395

Honestly, you do things ass backwards. The pcm can regulate the fans based on ect