LS Swapping a Squarebody C10 | PECOS GETS A NEW HEART | Part 1
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 6 ต.ค. 2024
- In this video, we're LS swapping a squarebody c10 - @twotrucksron's squarebody C10 to be exact...yep, Pecos is getting a new heart.
WE SURPRISED OUR BUDDY WITH A 1984 SQUAREBODY C10: • WE SURPRISED OUR BUDDY...
Two truck's Ron's IG: / twotrucksron
Speed Engineering LS Swap C10 Longtube Headers (do not hang below frame rail on Pecos): amzn.to/31HzjFd
GM Muscle Car Oil Pan(19212593): amzn.to/2CBosBn
Corvette-style fuel regulator:
WIX 33737 budget option: amzn.to/2X0Qm1v
AC Delco OEM-spec option: amzn.to/2LjqADv
If you haven't seen the rest of this LS Swap series, check out the playlist below:
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@C10Squared's list and commentary on LS Swapping a Squarebody C10 (cleaned up for TH-cam description format and WG's advice incorporated). WG's Amazon Affiliate Links will be provided where applicable (parts purchased via these links supports WG)
Keep in mind this is for Squarebody trucks. Primary differences for other year C10s will be fuel tank setup and engine mounts. For example, Dirty Dingo mounts seem to be preferred for 67-72, however Tejas are preferred for 73-87 c10s. This is my (c10 squared) recipe and there are many ways to do this; this is just how I do it.
Engine mount plates Tejas Steelworks $100
Chevy 350 engine mounts $40
Gaskets for headers above Summit NAL-92202326 $25/pr
Radiator - new factory radiator $120
Lower radiator hose Napa PN 7499 $30
Upper radiator hose for a 2000-2006 suburban $40
1999 Ford Windstar fans from RockAuto $90
Tanks Inc Fuel Injection tank for 1973-1987 $225 + shipping
Tanks Inc sending unit for stock gas gauge $35
Tanks inc GPA4 fuel pump kit (walbro 255lph pump) $225
(the above is for trucks, if suburban has rear mount tank, would just
buy a new one of those and then install a 1987 Suburban sending unit and a walbro 255LPH pump and use 5/16 and 3/8 to 6AN compression fittings; you can also save some $ and use your factory truck tank with a 1987 sending unit/walbro combo with compression fittings)
Tanks Inc LS swap fuel line kit with fittings & regulator $235 (fuel regulator info above)
Engine harness:
I use BP Automotive for the harnesses and use the premium service which includes fuel pump relay $550 (Ron used PSI on Facebook and WG used PSI on Teddy as well)
Fan harness with relays $80
Tuning (I have BP tune the ecm or buy a tuned one from them $75
Drive shaft shortened if needed $200
o2 Sensors if needed $100 amzn.to/2L1kwzp (for PSI harness; check for BP)
Lokar shift linkage for 4l60e $65 amzn.to/2Xr5WaW
Lokar transmission dip stick $100 amzn.to/31I2g48 (black)
Lokar oil dip stick $100 amzn.to/31G0Xm7
you can probably use the factory LS dipsticks, but I always use the lokar...they look nice.
depending on year of engine, may need the following
single rail fuel rail from 2006+ engine $100 used or buy new billet
Truck gas pedal for the DBW (needed for 2003-2007 engine)
we have also had good luck just buying a billet block off cap for the return on the fuel rail to save some $ - $75
Custom Exhaust $400-500
Suggested:
intake gasket set $60
valve cover gasket set $30
oil pan gasket $30
New power and ground wires to battery $40
You'll also have to figure out some type of cold air intake, i have seen people use the stock truck ones too. I paid like $65 for the chrome one for a silverado on amazon.
GAUGES:
Depends on what you want to run. You can do custom gauges from Dakota Digital, auto meter, etc, or you can set up stock gauges to work with a convertor from cableX etc.
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thank you for not being obnoxious like some of the vloggers on TH-cam. nice upload, thanks.
Thanks, John. Appreciate you saying that. Just a normal dude with good friends who love trucks.
Y’all did yourself. Awesome 👏 excellent video finally a more better detailed on swapping a LS Engine. Thanks guys!
Thanks for watching! More to come.
Damn I need to start a channel with my c10! Keep up the great content!
Love it!
Do it! It's a lot of work but a lot of fun. And thank you!
I am glued to this playlist. You guys are killing it and I'll be following along as I do my swap in my 72. Great Job!!!
Thanks, Jeff! Appreciate you tuning in and for the kind words.
Very interesting on how to put a newer engine into a older ride. Thanks for the video. 👍
Yes sir! It's a novel concept.
Beautiful video. By watching this videos it influences me more to do an ls swap on my 1983 square body. Great help by doing this with 2 people.
Yup, it pays to have extra hands and knowledge when messing with these old trucks. 3 heads are better than 1.
Just put my psi conversions harness on today and fired it up 😉......great products and absolute great customer service..i ordered the wrong 02's and before they shipped it they emailed me and corrected me on them...saved alot of waiting time ...great video guys!
They are legit!
Thanks so much for this, I’m based out of Duluth GA and follow southeast squarebodys and c10 club GA. My small block grenaded on me and I’m also doing this swap, a little nervous but I’m for the task, can’t wait for part two!
Man, you can do it! Thanks for following along with C10 Club Georgia. I actually started that club here 2.5 years ago and just stepped down recently. My friend Chaz runs it now. Love that group of guys.
Awesome info, Love the hands on. Seems like a great group of friends.
Dang I need a friend like yours! lol im about to get ready to drop my ls in my 82 c10. So dang stoked! Great video!
Sweet! You'll love it.
@paul did you get it done?
@@jrobles1019 yeah I did. I just have to tune my carb and hook up the kickdown cable. Sounds so good.
Good job fellas, love that trucks original paint scheme. Can’t wait to hear that thang chop... Ol boy needs some safety glasses while runnin that death wheel! Ain’t no joke, especially without a guard, I’d be protecting them fingers as well. Keep up the good work, stay safe.👍
Thanks much! He's a wild man. Try to tell him to rock the safety shield. Heck, the Crocs are bad enough haha
Great video
I just found a LM7 & 4L60E for under $1,000 yesterday. Complete with pedal, harness and ECU. Pick that up, strip it down and make a 383 stroker with it.
Thinking about picking that up for square body project, so this video is perfect.
Been looking forward to a video like this one. I’ve got an 86 that’s super clean with the 305/700r4 and once i get tired of cruising and want to jam, this will be the plan.
Heck yeah! Glad we could fill the gap for you. More to come.
Awesome video, great build. I would have kept the headers on and installed by removing the front clip, grill and bumper. Slides in nice and easy squeezy after that.
I put a 5.3 in my 80 GMC last summer, it was very straight forward, no real challenge to the installation at all, looks like it came form the factory that way. 👍🏻
If you have the right parts and a little know-how, it can be done pretty easily. Ron has been going the extra mile so that has made a big difference too.
Whitlock Garage, I’ve done other LS swaps in cars so it wasn’t exactly foreign to me, but trucks are a little different as you well know. My GMC was a very fun project, my next hair brain scheme is a big block C10. 😁👍🏻
Great build guys a lot of super information. I'm building an 86 Chevy 3+3 with a LQ9 and a 4l80E to a 205 t-case. But I draw the line on 2Trucks crocks he's wearing and I'm from Pecos Texas!!! Lol keep on trucking!!!
haha it's his signature look
Nice build. 3 questions if you don't mind. 1) Why did we have to cut the block for the headers? Looked like they had clearance on the stand. 2) how do you plan to mount the dbw pedal? 3) did you need any spacers for the converter or direct replacement?
1) the speed engineering headers had limited room between the header and block. To avoid wear, we cut decided to trim that part of the block. pretty common thing; 2) this was a drive by cable install so no need for new pedal or TAC module 3) no spacers needed; Circle D is direct replacement for 4l60e
You guys Rock!!! Love the videos you guys put out, keep up the amazing work ... I’m about to drop the same into my 85 c10. I took the clip off to install mines since I don’t have a buddy like you have that’s willing to get their hands dirty
Thank you!
you can get the motor mount bolt out of a small block without taking a fuel pump off all you need is a wrench on tonight in between the pump in the mount
Great job guys I’m a big fan and congrats Ron on your baby remember that date and it’s pacos birthday that thing is gonna be good for 300,000 miles buddy
Heck yeah! Thank you.
Man !!!
I wish I had a friend who is knowledgeable as you two with my Chevelle LS SWAP.
Great Video I just Subscribed
Thanks! We don't know it all that's for sure.
I pulled my core support. I wasn't about to dance with it. lol
Also, Tip of the day which I'm sure you already know, Zip Tie a Lunch bag on the Tail Shaft. You spilled a ton of Fluid haha
This is a real good in depth video. I have a 83 GMC square body that my dad left me when he passed in 2017, that i would like to get running and possibly swap the motor. currently in AFG but plan on gettin it running again jus for him. Good work guys.
Thank you very much!
Doing an awesome job. Two trucks Ron looks like a man on a mission
Thanks, man! And yeah, he was ready to get on with it.
Chevy man for life right here keep up the good work y’all rock 🤘✌️👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
Sweet! Thanks for tuning in.
You guys are good, you even got momma helping
Haha she's all in!
I have done the same thing it was a 6.0 ls but I used a electric water pump and a electric fan but I used the shroud that was on the truck. it did help out a lot to be honest to help hide the wires. but also added a trans cooler for it as well because while there as well as to help the life of the trans as well. because I didn't know how abused the trans was added a after market trans filter that sits out side for added insurance. but the truck is amazing it was the rare extended cab square body which most say are ugly but to me more rare because it just looks amazing. but I am stumped why you are using dex3/merc3 in the 4l60e. those run optimal with dex6 a case plus 2 extra carquest aka castol which will be 98$ on sale all the time.
Very cool! Ron is adding a trans cooler as well. For the fluid, we went back with what the trans had in it when it was born (i.e. '02) and I believe that was Dex3. Ron had already scooped all that up so I just poured it in and didn't even pay attention. That said, I'm pretty sure I use Dex3 in my own '03 4L60e.
I added a huge tru cool 40k cooler. When I had the trans built I asked about fluid and I was told to use dex3. Had it in my old built trans, it’s in my current trans and runs just fine. Dex6 is just different viscosity (thinner) than 3 since the newer trans have tighter tolerances.
Getting g the engine in is a easy part I wonder how to get AC, power steering and if you could make any of the stock gauges work
I wouldn't say easy, but yeah we'll have more on the AC power steering and gauges in future episodes.
To cool glad yall are doing a LS swap on camera. UBT 4 life!
Yes sir! Trying to keep it fresh and quality. And real.
I just started following you, i have a c20 and watched your video of the holly efi and now i think im going to do an ls swap instead, looks like you are from santa fe just like me happy to see people from new mexico
Awesome progress on the truck! TTR looks super happy. 😎😄✊
Thanks! And yes, he is.
I don’t know how you don’t have a million subs, the quality on these videos is insane! Keep it up man!
Thanks, buddy! That means a lot. We've only been at this for 7 months and I'm simply blown away by the growth we are having. Just keep telling your friends and watching!
Whitlock Garage I will man!
Another great video can you do a similar detailed video with ls swapping a 67 to 72 C10
That's the plan! We have the perfect patina blue stepper that is in the works that will get the treatment.
LS f-body owners look at all that room under the hood and say "Oh I can actually use the right tool for the right job, with unscathed knuckles."
haha for real
" I don't want to get my hat dirty!"
( he says, while wearing a Mike Finnigan Blasphemi T-shirt)
Homeless Dave is laughing his a$$ off!
Nice I went with the psi harness as well! Looks like it’s gonna be a nice truck! Enjoying the content!
Thanks, brother! And yep. PSI is the way to go.
Taking a 305 out of a 86 c10 long bed going back with a 454 from an 85 c30
I'm doing the same to my 87 long bed. I'm running a carb instead of FI. What are you doing?
Great job you guys! I just got my first Square body. It’s a 73 crew cab C30 And I’m hoping to do a swap. Thanks for all the info.
Thanks for tuning in!
Im super stoked on how the channel is growing. Good job on the c-10 fellas 👍👍💪
Thanks, man! Us too!
A Lead hammer will take that ding out of that rim with a few hits I got same wheels on 53 belair ran some low pro hit a pot hole coming out the dam shop boy I was pissed got home seen the big dent in my wheel got my lead hammer from my wire wheels hit it a few times and back in place nice job love the videos just picked up a 63 c10 🙌🏽🙌🏽🤣
Great vids, I’m getting to do an LS swap into my 1985 C10, trying to find the parts list you speak about in the video
Sweet! It's in the description of this video. Under it there is a box you can expand that has links etc in it.
"we be doin a lot better you put that camera down. " haha homie was irritated
I got me a little Squarebody project going, it might get the LS treatment after watching this.
Sweet!
Damn I didn't know speed engineering had plug wires. . They headers aren't expensive but I have long tubes on nbs and love em
Yup. They make it easy for ya.
Pecos is gonna be sweeeeeeeeet rolling with the ls. Love the stance on that truck. Awesome video and keep them coming
No doubt about it!
Awesome video......congrats for the install!
Thanks!
I didn’t subscribe on the K5 2 wheel drive video, but you got me hooked now keep up the great work
haha thanks for tuning in.
Nice man....I have a 1985 c10 Silverado I still got the 305 in it i been bezzy doing other things.....nice truck by the way....👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍😎
Awesome! Thanks for tuning in.
Some of my favorite memories are from doing this exact thing with my friends
Yes sir! About to be back at it soon.
I think you're an awesome guy special dealing with GM Chevrolet is like the ultimate the best you're awesome dude keep up the good work thank you again for sharing them Chevys
Well thanks!
Nice work, usually the last men standing are the diehards awesome job, I
Thanks 👍
Nice work guys. I wouldn't be getting in the engine bay though anywhere near an engine hanging on an engine lift.
Thanks! As long as you keep those extremities on the outer edge of the path it could fall, I think you're good. That said, I would not recommend anyone do it that way unless you have some experience around an engine.
My man said, "We'd be doing a lot better, if you put that camera down". Almost spit my drink up.
Haha he’s doing a lot better bc of that camera 😂
If its a quest of power for the same cost as an LS swap cost of refreshing the LS and the cost of the new trans you could have built a supercharged 383 stroker up to about 6-700hp
This swap was about reliability and power, not just power. And a supercharged 383 would cost way more than this LS swap.
@@UNITEDBYTRUCKS the added up numbers in the description the cost of a new trans and the cost of the LS in my area to find a running 5.3 and all wiring and computer alone will set ya back 1200 bucks and the added up numbers in the description was around 3k and i don't know what that trans cost you, I'm guessing a good 5k ish total? And the countless trips to autopart stores and miscellaneous parts and peices would have to add up quick you could build the 383 yourself buying good used parts just shopping out the machine work and find a good used B&M or wieland SC for about 800 bucks easily done for less then 5k, LS is cool yes but seems like i would be a wiring and fitment nightmare over time
merritt McDowell most definitely not. If i has to guess, i have $4000 in my swap. $1000 in motor and trans, $1100 in complete fuel system and $700 in new computer and harness, and maybe another $1000 in hard parts etc. I’m not an LS kool aid drinker, but the reliability of an LS and ease to put in is well worth the money. And as with anything, you can spend as lunch as you want. I chose to spend my money on the fuel tank/system.
Cant wait to do the same to my 76 custom deluxe, I wish I had friends like you guys ..lol
Good luck, man. Just plan it out and make sure you have everything you need.
@@UNITEDBYTRUCKS I already have the engine and tranny...but now I know where to get harness and ecm (BP auto.) Thanks for listing all the other parts
loved the video! I'm taking alot of heat LS swapping a 57 Bel Air. Are people more accepting of the square body swap?
haha yup. It's pretty common in classic trucks, but just keep doing your thing. There's a ton of folks out there who just have to have something negative to say.
@@UNITEDBYTRUCKS haha sure is. Love the blazer rendering man!
Just so you know my wife is blaming you both for my recent square body purchase. Love the content keep em coming .
That seems to be happening more and more lately!
That thing is just sexy! Now I know what to look forward to when I get around to swapping my engine out for a 350 in my 91 Chevy.
Yes sir! That was the point of the video. Really glad you dig the content and the truck!
Great video! Excellent content for the channel! Keep it up! Congrats TTR for the swap!
Thanks, buddy.
All I run are rc trucks! And my 06 Mercury Grand Marquis, but that's more truck then most trucks anyway lol. Definitely gonna order that hat u got! #trucks
I lost my 84 GMC Friday morning. Guy pull out in front me and couldn’t miss him. Had my cruise set at 70mph
Yikes! I really hate to hear that. Hopefully everyone is okay and that you had the appropriate amount of insurance on it.
Hope you are ok. Build another homie.
craig jones yes sir looking for the next one now.
@@hdsquarebodyandmore.3592 where you located
Paris Tx but I’m south of Houston in Freeport working now
It looks great in that engine bay of that beautiful square body
No doubt about it!
Great video as always,it helps allot to see how put it all together.. good work 👍.
That's what we're trying to do here for sure. Informational and fun.
I can’t wait for the next vid bro ! Again Robbie awesome content
Thanks, brother!
Where is that list you guys had from that guy? I’d love to see it for my LS C10 swap.
It's in the description of the video. Look under it. May have to hit the expand button at right hand corner under video.
Well done boys, hurry up with the next video please 😂👍
haha no pressure, huh, Allan?
Yes heaps, can’t wait to see how it all turns out😃👍
Way to go TTR!!!
TTR!!!!!
Nice work!!! With friends, anything is possible!!!
That's badass brother, I hope to one day do something very similar to my 79 square body. 👍🏼👍🏼
The truck is coming along nicely and another great video 👍
Yes it is! Thanks for tuning in.
Looking for a cold start with new heart 👍🏼🏁
Coming soon!
Great video!!!! I love both the sqrbdyX shirts in the video. Where can I get my hands on those ?
Thanks! Just head over to www.sqrbdy.com
Gonna be dropping an LS in my 73 short bed later on in the year. Decided to play with a 383 first haha
nice work fellas!
Thank you
Great vid. Looking forward to part 2
Yes sir! We're trying to coordinate our schedules now to get it done.
That’s gangsta
I have a 93 short bed stepside Cheyenne I’m going to LS swap. I don’t know what kind of mounts I need to perform the swap but I’m researching.
I'm sure there are plenty of companies out there making them. Start with Dirty Dingo or Holley and see what you can come up with. Good luck!
Yo your rim is bent at 17:09. that's going to be a bad ride going down the track but good video.
Wish I could do that to mine!!!☹️
Great video!!👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
i have a 83 silverado not gonna go LS with it instead i'm going 327 4bbl .202 camel hump heads......might go with a 283 lower rotating assembly in the 327 and a 2spd PG
Now that will be sick! I have a 327 large journal that I have put back for another '68 GMC I have.
Lot of work for just a 5.3. I would at least a 6.0 vorteck. Get them fairly cheap to.
Oh boy. I'm sure TTR's right foot would differ.
@ 5:30, best idea in the world, split fan shroud...
No doubt about it!
I've got an 84 Silverado C10 with the original gas guzzling, weak 305 motor. Lol. My truck has 35k original miles. I want to do a LS swap but I'm not a mechanic in any stretch of the imagination! I'll have to spend $$ to have someone swap it for me.
If you have the scratch and/or the will, you can get it done!
Good video guys. Gonna help with my swap
Sweet! Glad it's going to be of value.
Another great video! I found out today from my mechanic that my 84 c10 actually has a 350 and not a 305. He said harmonic balancer is too big for a 305. Other than finding the casting #, how can I visually tell? Some people say 350 oil dipstick is on the passenger side, please let me know, thanks and keep making videos!
Thank you! I always go with casting number. Too may other variables are inconsistent in my opinion.
@@UNITEDBYTRUCKS thanks, I looked closely at the old motor you pulled out of Pecos and mine looks exactly like that, but someone put 350 valve covers on it. My mechanic adjusted the timing, I trust him he's been doing this for 3 decades just pray Bonita runs fine when I get her home next week. Thanks guys, keep up the good work!
look good my brother im gonna have to send you boys some good music
Haha we’re all set. We’ve changed up our music quite a bit since these videos.
I bet he wore safety glasses next time he picked up that cutting disk. Same thing happened to me
Great video 👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿guys keep it coming ls da world
Thanks for tuning in!
I would love too do this LS swap on my 85 K10 one day
Go for it
Yes sirs really cool glad you guys did it
Yup! Just getting started really but Ron is making it happen for 'ol Pecos.
Flawless removal and install! What are you going to do with the 305/700R ? Selling or new project? Im intrested if you are selling, of course if the price is right. Keep up the great work!!!
Thanks much! And the 305/700r isn't for sale. It's going to be used in another project. Thanks for tuning in.
18:40.... Anyone else see the D'd rim. Ouuuccchhhh
Yup repaired now
The way it should be! Keep rockin
Fo sho!
Sick channel man! love the build
Thanks, man! We're having a blast with it.
Great video. Need anything thing different if you got a sm465.
Thank you!
Hard to beat a good old 305.v.8 and a old quadrajet carb....old school..
Agree, but totally depends on your goals.
305? Maybe 350c.i. That’s like saying the 4.8liter is a legend
Dig it guys! My buddy has one and he might do something this video will be very helpful! Subbed!👍🏻
Sweet! More to come on the install in the next few days.
@@UNITEDBYTRUCKSpornstargirls
Dont forget gloves and a face shield when working with power tools... ive had some close calls.
Your channel just popped up... So i subscribed... I have a few squares in a couple different setups... 84 k5 454 8" lift, 73 k5 all stock accept a 400 hp 350 4 speed 4x4. And a 90 suburban im hoping to pull the throttle body out and put an ls in
Sweet! That's a heckuva lineup right there.
@@UNITEDBYTRUCKS I also have a 2016 king ranch f350... We are chevy people till we test drove this truck 3 year's ago... Fell in love
@@workingmansrestorations7071 Understand that. I love a super duty myself
@@UNITEDBYTRUCKS i have never seen anything like this truck. Pulled my fully loaded semi out of stuck mud and stuck snow several times... 52,000 miles and starts every time so far.
Hey Square body ppl!! I could use some help/advice...I'm building my 1st LS!!!! It's for a 82 C10 I'm working on. I'm using a 6.0 lq4 paired with a 4L80 out of a 2005 Silverado. I plan on daily driving it but want to keep it "simple". I already have a SS truck intake manifold, just ordered some long tubes, probably going sloppy stage 2 cam 228/230 with springs, and a built torque converter. The converter is where I can use some knowledge. I was told to run a 3200 stall but just saw a turbo 99? 4.8 running a 2300 stall....
A 3200 stall will work very well with that set-up.
@@UNITEDBYTRUCKS thank you
Hey Robbie, I know it's be awhile but can you tell me where TTR got the bolts to mate the trans to the engine? Me and my buddy are getting ready to do this exact thing in my 84 C10. I'm going with the 5.3 and 4L60e so this video is probably the best reference out there for me! Thanks again for the fantastic content on squarebodies.
Sweet! Thanks for sticking with us. Appreciate it. I imagine that the bolts are the factory bolts that came with the trans. That said, I bet there is a Dorman part number out there for purchase on Amazon. I just don't know it offhand.
@@UNITEDBYTRUCKS This was all I needed to find them. Robbie, you are the man! Thanks again!