Question about 4wd S10 LSx swap.
04-10-2009, 02:52 AM
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Question about 4wd S10 LSx swap. Ok. I did some searching but the couple threads I found kind of went into different directions than what I'm looking for. I'm looking at budget build here with maybe a 212/218 cam or something of the sort for lowend torque.
What all is exactly needed for LSx swap (4.8/5.3) into a say a 4wd S10/Blazer as pictured below? I want automatic transmission as well.
I know these came with the 4l60e so that should bolt up with maybe a bellhousing swap?
Any info would be greatly appreciated. Most of what I can find on google is for 2wd swaps.
What all is exactly needed for LSx swap (4.8/5.3) into a say a 4wd S10/Blazer as pictured below? I want automatic transmission as well.
I know these came with the 4l60e so that should bolt up with maybe a bellhousing swap?
Any info would be greatly appreciated. Most of what I can find on google is for 2wd swaps.
04-10-2009, 09:22 PM
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Well, it depends on what you are doing to the truck in the end. I kept my front end as is in my '89 did a 3" body lift and raised the motor/tranny 2" to utilize the stock truck pan. Bolted it up to my 700r4 and just made a custom steering linkage to go around the factory manis.
Not sure how big your "budget" is, but I did mine for less than 1K. I made my own mounts and did my own exhaust so i cut down on some of the larger expenditures.
My best suggestion would be to go to s10forum dot com and check out the LSx page.
Not sure how big your "budget" is, but I did mine for less than 1K. I made my own mounts and did my own exhaust so i cut down on some of the larger expenditures.
My best suggestion would be to go to s10forum dot com and check out the LSx page.
04-12-2009, 01:55 PM
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Yeah, I'm reading there.
This will be a hunting camp truck. I really want the v8 for the sound. I can't stand how the stock 4.3L sounds lol. The power is nice but really those aren't really that heavy and the 4.3L has plenty of power and gear to move it around.
It all depens really when I think about it. I just found pics of a guy with a single cab 2wd that did an LSx w/ t56 swap and man that thing looks fun to drive! lol
This will be a hunting camp truck. I really want the v8 for the sound. I can't stand how the stock 4.3L sounds lol. The power is nice but really those aren't really that heavy and the 4.3L has plenty of power and gear to move it around.
It all depens really when I think about it. I just found pics of a guy with a single cab 2wd that did an LSx w/ t56 swap and man that thing looks fun to drive! lol
04-13-2009, 08:30 AM
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I don't want to be a jerk, but if your doing a swap just fro the V8 sound, you are wasting your money big time. Especially if you say your happy with the power the 4.3 makes.
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04-13-2009, 08:32 AM
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I guess it depends upon exactly what you want to accomplish.
A Vortec v8 swap (non LSx motor) is typically the cheapest way to accomplish the swap and retain fuel injection. A classic SBC swap is also pretty low dollar.
Most LSx swaps start getting more expensive. You typically need a custom pan, harness, exhaust, and the front accessories need to be completely different. Most of that will either involve you doing the fabrication or your checkbook doing the work, and sadly, the parts aren't all that cheap.
Try to establish what you want the truck to do, and then decide if its worth it or not. You might be better off financially buying a truck that already has a v8 in it (like a fullsize / blazer / tahoe / yukon). Probably cost you less than an engine swap.
Just my $.02
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A Vortec v8 swap (non LSx motor) is typically the cheapest way to accomplish the swap and retain fuel injection. A classic SBC swap is also pretty low dollar.
Most LSx swaps start getting more expensive. You typically need a custom pan, harness, exhaust, and the front accessories need to be completely different. Most of that will either involve you doing the fabrication or your checkbook doing the work, and sadly, the parts aren't all that cheap.
Try to establish what you want the truck to do, and then decide if its worth it or not. You might be better off financially buying a truck that already has a v8 in it (like a fullsize / blazer / tahoe / yukon). Probably cost you less than an engine swap.
Just my $.02
'JustDreamin'
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04-13-2009, 12:27 PM
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I guess it depends upon exactly what you want to accomplish.
A Vortec v8 swap (non LSx motor) is typically the cheapest way to accomplish the swap and retain fuel injection. A classic SBC swap is also pretty low dollar.
Most LSx swaps start getting more expensive. You typically need a custom pan, harness, exhaust, and the front accessories need to be completely different. Most of that will either involve you doing the fabrication or your checkbook doing the work, and sadly, the parts aren't all that cheap.
Try to establish what you want the truck to do, and then decide if its worth it or not. You might be better off financially buying a truck that already has a v8 in it (like a fullsize / blazer / tahoe / yukon). Probably cost you less than an engine swap.
Just my $.02
'JustDreamin'
A Vortec v8 swap (non LSx motor) is typically the cheapest way to accomplish the swap and retain fuel injection. A classic SBC swap is also pretty low dollar.
Most LSx swaps start getting more expensive. You typically need a custom pan, harness, exhaust, and the front accessories need to be completely different. Most of that will either involve you doing the fabrication or your checkbook doing the work, and sadly, the parts aren't all that cheap.
Try to establish what you want the truck to do, and then decide if its worth it or not. You might be better off financially buying a truck that already has a v8 in it (like a fullsize / blazer / tahoe / yukon). Probably cost you less than an engine swap.
Just my $.02
'JustDreamin'
I also just found some info on the vortec 5.7 swap and that seem to be the way to go. Thanks.
