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Old 08-22-2008, 01:35 AM
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But again, like I said... the downfall will be the F.I. No matter how you look at it, the V8 will drive, perform and sound way better than the current 4.3L V6. And a reliable, daily driven 300 RWHP RCSB pickup is just fine by me.
I totally agree that you're going to love the new found power. Hope those headers don't give you any problems. I love mine.
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Old 08-22-2008, 04:44 PM
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They have arrived,mocked up with the mounts on the engine. That looks weird... they are greatly staggered. The drivers side is offset back compared to the passenger. I hope this is how they fit on the crossmember.





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Old 08-25-2008, 04:45 PM
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The motor mount adapter plates arrived.



On the block.



On the motormount.



Get it?

I also found out how to lower the rear of my truck!



it just means I need to continuously drive with an engine in the bed...



a friend gave me these ignition wire/header boots.



..getting there. Slowly.

Cheers ~Mykk
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So how much total do you have invested in this engine?
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So how much total do you have invested in this engine?
approximately $2,000
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Not bad. Did you consider a LSx swap?
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Not bad. Did you consider a LSx swap?
Yes and No. I didn't have an LSx drop in my lap like the SBC did
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I don't know much about SBC's to tell you the truth. I do know they make better low end torque than the LS engines though, which I like.
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Looks great man, I have never seen anything like this done before. I'm excited to see how it turns out You will definitely have a VERY unique truck when it's all finished.
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definitely a great option for the 4.3 guys
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