What kind of truck is an 88-98?

We have always wanted to build a 88-98 sport truck, and with the popularity of these trucks coming back, now was the perfect time. At the moment, these trucks are relatively cheap to pick up, and can be found with full power, AC, tilt, etc. For the base of our project, we started with a 1990 C1500 truck that we purchased locally.

What kind of transmission does a monster 700R4 use?

Monster 700R4 Transmission & Torque Converter built to handle the engine specs. Put a Monster in your ride! When you smash on that gas pedal you’ll soon realize that you’ve made the right choice. With only the best parts sourced primarily from the USA you can rest assured that you are dealing with the highest quality in performance.

What kind of engine is a Chevy crate engine?

Crate Engine, GM 5.3L, LM7, 385 HP, Long Block, Internal Engine Balance, Aluminum Heads, Each Crate Engine, GM 350, Stage 1, Long Block, Internal/External Engine Balance, Cast Iron Heads, Chevy, 350, Each Crate Engine, Dressed Long Block, Chevy, Small Block, 350 Crate Motor, BluePrint Cylinder Heads, Roller Cam

What kind of powertrain does a Chevy 350 have?

This Monster Powertrain Package is complete with all the features you need for a reliable Chevy 350 & Automatic Overdrive 700R4 Transmission from a researched and developed combination of components. Questions? Call Us 8

When did the Chevy 350 engine become standard?

Beginning in 1985, Corvettes featured a fuel-injected version of the Chevy 350 engine; other passenger cars equipped with the 350 engine continued to use a four-barrel carburetor. Computer-controlled emissions systems became standard on all Chevy 350 engines in the early 1980s, with throttle body fuel injection becoming standard around 1988.

Where is the RPO code on a Chevy 350?

GM uses RPO codes, or Regular Production Option, to identify its engines; Chevy 350 engine codes are stamped near the cylinder head on the passenger side, where the alternator may hide it. The majority of engine codes begin with the letter L — L31, for instance.

What was the torque rating of a 1989 Chevy Suburban?

The 1989 5.7-liter V-8 had a low of 185 hp, in the G30 and a high of 210 hp, in the Suburban. The G30 van had the lowest torque rating, at 285 foot-lbs.; the Suburban had the highest, at 300 foot-lbs.

Can a 5.3 liter LS be swapped into a truck?

We see a lot of LS swap projects nowadays on YouTube, like this video of a 5.3 liter LS swap into a 1994 Chevy truck from user AGearhead4Life. What we usually aren’t able to see however, is the details of the completed swap.

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.

Where does a junkyard 5.3 liter LS come from?

For cooling components, most of the radiator hoses including the upper, are from the donor 5.3 vehicle. Electric fans were sourced from a F-body car, and the stock ’94 truck shroud has been modified for better appeal. And while the engine mounts are GM OEM, they did utilize one-inch adapter plates for the engine.

What kind of truck is an 88-98?