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    Swapping my 1979 GMC straight 6 inline 250 for a 350

    @Ricko1966 Thank you for all of your time and input. If we run into a need from a source vehicle - I'll reach out.
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    Vacuum Brake Booster

    @Ricko1966 If we choose to install a booster, is it complicated to install for a mechanically inclined individual? I dont love having to "pump" the dang breaks everytime Im coming to a stop. looking at the bracket that is in the truck it looks like the bolt holes had something mounted at some...
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    Swapping my 1979 GMC straight 6 inline 250 for a 350

    Any suggestions on how I could locate a used 350? @Ricko1966 any suggestions on someone in the area that could drop the new motor in?
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    Swapping my 1979 GMC straight 6 inline 250 for a 350

    @Ricko1966 What do you mean "Sourced any parts yet?" If you mean located any (ie: parts truck) No we have not. We are looking for someone to potentially rebuild the current motor in it - or find someone that can drop the 350 in. The two guys (shops) I was talking to both implied I'd need to...
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    Swapping my 1979 GMC straight 6 inline 250 for a 350

    We are contemplating swapping our inline 6 - 250 for a 350 V8. As im understanding the motor should bolt right in - but what about the bell housing? Does the Tranny need to be changed out? Its a 3 speed manual.
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    Vacuum Brake Booster

    I have a 1979 GMC that we are getting ready to replace the Master Cylinder on. This truck has belonged to my mom since 1980. As we were looking at the MC - we noticed it was missing the Vacuum Brake booster. Not sure if ever had one. I know we've been "Pumping" the breaks to build up pressure...
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