Hello all,

First post and obviously a newbie to the forum and the conversion game. I have a 1986 C10 with a worn out 305 backed by a 700R4. I was going to just find an old 350 and drop it in but I came across a 2003 5.3 out of a 2WD suburban that is complete with 4L60E trans, computer and wiring harness, O2 sensors, all front accessories, and pedal assy. This setup has 97,xxx documented miles.

Anyway, I have a few questions.

1. Is ~$2000.00 a reasonable price for this setup?

2. How difficult is this swap? I don't mind a little extra work but I don't want to buy the 5.3 setup and then find out I've just opened a can of worms. I know I need a fuel pump (my truck has dual tanks), motor mounts and maybe trans crossmember, but what else is involved to make this swap work? I want to keep fuel injection and AC if at all possible.

3. Are there any step by step instructions, books, etc. available anywhere that would make the swap easier?

Thanks in advance.