newbie from Rhode Island

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iceman11787

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hey hows everyone doin. this seems like an awsome forum and look forward to pickin everyones brain cuz im new to the AWD/4WD s10s. ive bene into 2wd stuff ever since i got my license about 4 years ago and know a lot about those beasts lol.

ive just inherited a 97 bravada due to the case my mother basically drove it into the ground, the wiring all messed upand she just got a new volvo s60.

the LSx swaps have always interested me and i would love to get more info on an AWD LSx swap, ive been readin up and this forum seems to be the place to go.

Thanx in advance
 
jbone

jbone

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Re: newbie from Rhode Island

welcome, youll find lots of info here. But im not sure how much you will find on those types of swaps. Nevertheless im sure you will find something here that is useful to you.
 
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iceman11787

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Re: newbie from Rhode Island

generally im more interested about learning about the chassis more than the engine swap.

these chassis and front axle assemblies are what id really like to learn about and how to strengthen them up and all that jazz.

im already part of LS1tech.com and s10forum.com and camaroz28.com so ive got my stuff straight on engines and stuff.

haha im already addicted to reading these forums... they are packed full of some good info.
 
jslezak83

jslezak83

Soon-to-be BoostedBlazer
Re: newbie from Rhode Island

hey whats up fellow non-sy/ty member. where in RI are you from?
 
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iceman11787

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Re: newbie from Rhode Island

ya im on the forums but i usually browse more than post... i really respect other peoples expertise but when i do see something i have delt with i might post lol

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jslezak83

jslezak83

Soon-to-be BoostedBlazer
Re: newbie from Rhode Island

ill keep an eye out for ya. im beginning to hate that forum. after joining here with "adults," all the BS that goes on there is really lame. i guess when you grow up, you sell your bagged dime, and buy a Sy/Ty.
 
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iceman11787

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Re: newbie from Rhode Island

haha ya that site is goin downhill a bit. i really did like the V8 forums but after the site crashed all good info was deleted into cyberspace. its too bad because there are a few very smart people on there with some awsome threads.

for sure when spring/summer comes ill be down for some meets.

o well enough with the old... on with the new

LET ME BUILD AN AWD BEAST!! muahahaha
 
jslezak83

jslezak83

Soon-to-be BoostedBlazer
Re: newbie from Rhode Island

yeah i can't wait to go cruising. gotta finish up my new 350 though. not gonna get too far with a knocking 305.
 
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iceman11787

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Re: newbie from Rhode Island

ya i wish i had money for buildin up an engine... college is killin me and crashin my truck didnt help at all lol.

i will be pickin a 5.3 up this summer though, tryin to get that bravada goin a lil
 
jslezak83

jslezak83

Soon-to-be BoostedBlazer
Re: newbie from Rhode Island

sweet. can't wait to see that. any ideas for oil pan clearance?
 
super-gt

super-gt

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Re: newbie from Rhode Island

jslezak83 said:
ill keep an eye out for ya. im beginning to hate that forum. after joining here with "adults," all the BS that goes on there is really lame. i guess when you grow up, you sell your bagged dime, and buy a Sy/Ty.
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Haha :rotf: gettin tired of all the highschool kids with rich parent's and a bagged S10? That is why I'm hardly ever on S10 forum aside from the V8 area...

I really just dont understand the whole " let's lower our truck so much it touches the ground and makes sparks fly everywhere" thing.
 
super-gt

super-gt

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Re: newbie from Rhode Island

iceman11787 said:
hey hows everyone doin. this seems like an awsome forum and look forward to pickin everyones brain cuz im new to the AWD/4WD s10s. ive bene into 2wd stuff ever since i got my license about 4 years ago and know a lot about those beasts lol.

ive just inherited a 97 bravada due to the case my mother basically drove it into the ground, the wiring all messed upand she just got a new volvo s60.

the LSx swaps have always interested me and i would love to get more info on an AWD LSx swap, ive been readin up and this forum seems to be the place to go.

Thanx in advance
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Welcome. I can try to help ya with questions you have about LSx swap, but the only thing is that mine is in a sonoma-gt so it is RWD as opposed to AWD that you are lookin at.

If you want, here is my thread when I did my LS1 swap, should give you an Idea of all the fun stuff" involved. http://www.syty.net/forums/showthread.php?t=38502&highlight=ls1
 
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iceman11787

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Re: newbie from Rhode Island

im pretty sure the LS2 pan will clear a 4x4 crossmember because of the higher motor mounting points but im not positive.

if there is any problems with clearance ill jus raise till it doesnt hit anymore lol

another problem im thinkin about is... does the LS style transmission bolt up to the old style bravada transfer case? im thinking because its cheaper to get a new trans then to rebuild the old 4l60e to hold a V8.
 
super-gt

super-gt

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Re: newbie from Rhode Island

iceman11787 said:
im pretty sure the LS2 pan will clear a 4x4 crossmember because of the higher motor mounting points but im not positive.

if there is any problems with clearance ill jus raise till it doesnt hit anymore lol

another problem im thinkin about is... does the LS style transmission bolt up to the old style bravada transfer case? im thinking because its cheaper to get a new trans then to rebuild the old 4l60e to hold a V8.
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Heh, yea just don't raise the motor too high. Low center of gravity is good and I've seen people have problems with raising the motor too much. A guy on S10 forum with an LS1 S10 raised the motor so the alternator would clear the s10 steering box rather than relocating the alternator. He was having all kinds of hood clearance problems and as far as I know he still hasn't finished the air intake tubing because of a lack of space.

Also, just incase.... turbotime makes LSx swap pans for sy/ty's

I'm not sure about the bolt patterns ....I'd contact someone here http://www.turbols6.com/gallery/ and see what they did.

-Taylor
 
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