6.0 in a 81

[Venom]

where do i start? i have a block out of a 2005 or so. what do i do about motor mounts? im gonna use a 700r4 tranny. ls6 heads and intake, possibly blower, nitrous maybe, just some ideas and how to do the motor mounts.

[pcmcobra]

i got mine from carshopinc on ebay.
There are several companies making the ls1 plates.

[Venom]

Thanks!! now i just gotta find someone who will weld it for me.

[ls182]

I used Transdapt plates for mine. No welding, strictly bolt on.

[PunishedC10]

It looks like i'm going to search for a 6.0 for the '85 to keep up with you boys. I've done alot of searching theres tons of kits out there including headers and motormounts and tons of other goodies.

I'm going to wait until winter to tear into this project. If you wanna help i'll provide the beer!

[Venom]

where do i go for these transdapt plates?

[glock35ipsc]

where do i start? i have a block out of a 2005 or so. what do i do about motor mounts? im gonna use a 700r4 tranny. ls6 heads and intake, possibly blower, nitrous maybe, just some ideas and how to do the motor mounts.

Keep in mind that to use the TH700R4, you will need to use a cable actuated throttle body to be able to connect the TV cable from the trans. You won't be able to do that with a drive by wire TB. It would get even trickier if relocating the TB for a supercharger, although it could be done with a custom TV cable and brackets though, just a little trickier.

You can make your own engine mount plates fairly easy:

http://matt.undiagnosed.org/ls1/imag...ount_plate.jpg

A ton of good info and part numbers here:

http://www.ls1truck.com/forums/lsx-t...-ls1-swap.html

[Venom]

thanks alot!! anyone have help info on what to do with the fuel tank and pump?

[glock35ipsc]

As in what? Do you want to keep it? You can use the existing tank(s), or get baffled tanks from an 87. Use an ACDelco EP381 in-tank pump, and if you use a single fuel line/returnless system, use a 99 Vette filter/regulator. Use a good quality fuel injection hose and smooth stainless clamps to make connections at the sending unit and filter/regulator.

I have a list of part numbers and places to get the best prices for a complete dual tank fuel system on my computer at work. I can PM it to you if you would like.

[ls182]

I have a list of part numbers and places to get the best prices for a complete dual tank fuel system on my computer at work. I can PM it to you if you would like.

Can you just post the information here? It would be great for other people who are doing this type of swap. Thanks.