Thread: Engine Swap

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Right now I have a small block 350 in a 55 Chevy Truck. I was thinking about putting a Vortec 6.0L LQ4 in it. What all will l have change to put this in.

Are you planning to swap a trans with the 6.0?

Of course your looking at exhaust system, plus you will need to upgrage fuel system for EFI--------------A electric can be noisy, plus is your tank in the cab?
Get the complete accessory drive system with the engine ( I'm assuming a liftout from a salvage vehicle) along with wiring harness( engine, dash, etc) so you can operate everything---------electric fans, a/c, power steering, high amp alternator, ---------if you get the complete front mounted accessory package you will save $2000 or more just trying to hook up aftermarker stuff--------

To follow on what Jerry said - get as much as you can from a donor vehicle -like this one:
92K Miles 6 0 Vortec LQ4 V8 Motor Engine 4L80E Automatic Pull Out Package Chevy | eBay
That way you know you will have everything that you need and it will all work together.

The $3,200 for the entire package (with a transmission) sounds like a pretty decent price.

With the complexity of the electronics there are several companies who specialize in takeout packages like those described, often with a good warranty. Pacific is one, located out west - Take Out Engine Packages - Engine Packages - Engines - Engine & Transmission - Products

Also some offer new equipment in a complete package -
Chevrolet Performance LS Engine & Trans Packages

Just remember, "Let the buyer beware", especially applicable when buying from an individual, with no warranty provision.