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Why did I LS swap my GM Truck?

Why did I LS swap my GM Truck?

Knowing we had pranks to LS swap the truck, we did not worry too much about the engine in the truck, and was looking more for a straight & clean body. Our intention was to see how inexpensive we can do the swap, and kept record of most costs.

Can a Chevy 4.3 be swapped for an LS?

BAGGED90 so I’m doing an ls swap but I don’t understand what to do with the stock pcm wiring on my 1992 chevy 4.3 in order to get the gauges etc to work. if you can help me out thanks.

What kind of parts do you need for an LS swap?

There is no doubt that the swap can be very time and patience consuming, so we are going to show you guys where to get the parts, and who makes them. The A-body Chevelle makes a great recipient of an LS swap. There is a lot of information available on the subject, so we will cover as much as we can in a fairly comprehensive two-part article.

What kind of mufflers do you need for an LS swap?

When it comes to supplying exhaust systems, Flowmaster Mufflers has what they call their Scavenger Series Elite headers. These headers are designed to fit LS swaps in 1967 to 1969 Camaros, Chevy IIs, and even the later Nova. For you A-body guys, they even have them for the 1964 to 1972 Chevelle as well.

Knowing we had pranks to LS swap the truck, we did not worry too much about the engine in the truck, and was looking more for a straight & clean body. Our intention was to see how inexpensive we can do the swap, and kept record of most costs.

There is no doubt that the swap can be very time and patience consuming, so we are going to show you guys where to get the parts, and who makes them. The A-body Chevelle makes a great recipient of an LS swap. There is a lot of information available on the subject, so we will cover as much as we can in a fairly comprehensive two-part article.

BAGGED90 so I’m doing an ls swap but I don’t understand what to do with the stock pcm wiring on my 1992 chevy 4.3 in order to get the gauges etc to work. if you can help me out thanks.

When it comes to supplying exhaust systems, Flowmaster Mufflers has what they call their Scavenger Series Elite headers. These headers are designed to fit LS swaps in 1967 to 1969 Camaros, Chevy IIs, and even the later Nova. For you A-body guys, they even have them for the 1964 to 1972 Chevelle as well.

Where does the Ford 4.6L engine come from?

Beginning in 1995–1996, the Windsor, Ontario, engine plant across the Detroit River from Detroit began producing 4.6L and 5.4L SOHC iron engines for trucks and large SUVs. Windsor is primarily a truck engine plant, although it has produced engines for passenger cars, such as the 1999–2000 Mustang GT.

What kind of balancer does a 4.6L engine use?

The 4.6L engine employs a six-rib harmonic balancer, and the larger 5.4L engine uses an eight-rib balancer. Choosing the right balancer is crucial to engine life, specifically oil pump life. This is why you must be very careful if you intend to use an aftermarket balancer.

What kind of crank is in a 4.6L SOHC engine?

There have been two different castings used to make three different cranks for the 4.6L SOHC engines. The original crank used in the Romeo engines was an F1AE casting. It was a nodular iron crank that had six, knife-edged counterweights and a six-hole flange for the flywheel. It had a wide front counterweight that measured from .960? to .980?.

What do I need for a swap from 4.6 to 5.4?

Note that you are making a 4.6l to 5.4l swap, and some modifications will be necessary. Step five involves these changes that will be necessary for the motor to work. First off, you will need to ground down the driver side header as this will clear the steering rack.

Can a 4.6L swap work on a 5.4L car?

Do not work on the driver’s side header until you have the motor in the car. At this point, your work is almost over. Note that you are making a 4.6l to 5.4l swap, and some modifications will be necessary. Step five involves these changes that will be necessary for the motor to work.

Can you swap F150 4.6 to 5.4 parts?

Secondly, you will need to be cautious in this 2005 f150 4.6 to 5.4 swap; else, you will increase the costs. If you are not sure about your DIY skills or think you have messed up, seek help.

Can you swap a 4.6 Mustang for a 5.4?

Also, do not skimp in the name of saving cash on your 4.6 to 5.4 swap mustang. It will end badly. Secondly, you will need to be cautious in this 2005 f150 4.6 to 5.4 swap; else, you will increase the costs.

Can you keep a TBI distributor in a GM carb swap?

I am running a Stock GM HEI distributor, and it is what i would recommend for a similar swap, I WOULD NOT keep the TBI Distributor, you have no clue as to what the PCM is gonna do without seeing fuel. Now with a TBI engine, there is no crank sensor telling the PCM if its running.

Do you need a TPS for a GMC Truck?

Click to expand… Pretty much, you’ll need a fuel pressure regulator also with a return line, either a Holley 12-803BP or Mallory 4309. Also a Carbed intake for your motor, and that’s it. Unless your lucky like me and have a 700R4, then you don’t need a TPS just a bracket and your rollin. And all my guages work like factory. thanks BB!

When did the GM TBI fuel injection system start?

Same can be accomplished with any TBI system from mid 1980s to 1995 and all information here will lead you to the right choice! Best thing to do is go to junkyard and find a motor similar size as yours and get the complete system and parts.

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Ruth Doyle