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    Motor Mounts for 454

    What I ended up doing was using new small block mounts and then we put aluminum plates as shims between the mounts and the perches to raise the motor up a little bit. So far it has worked out great!
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    K-30 12v Swap

    Some updates on the project. I found a good deal on a motor so I went ahead and bought it. Its a 1997 12v with a p-pump. Came out of a wrecked truck a few years ago that had 136000 miles on it. The KDP had been fixed and the motor had a new timing cover, oil pan, all new gaskets, and seals. The...
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    K-30 12v Swap

    Blzerbiker thanks for the info, I haven't looked much into the steering. What would you recommend for a steering upgrade. Should I just change it over to crossover steering right off the bat? With that the truck currently doesn't have a lift will one be needed so that the lower oil pan has...
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    K-30 12v Swap

    Ricko thanks for the link, that is a super cool read! I think I may have found a motor for the truck(1997 12v Cummins). I am going to look at it tomorrow. With that being said if I do end up getting it how much should I do to the motor before putting it in the truck. I am a little bit nervous...
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    K-30 12v Swap

    If I can't find a 6-speed a NV4500 is my plan B. The truck is gonna be used on the farm so it will be towing hay trailers/stock trailers so if I can I would like to have that extra gear just for towing if nothing else. What did you use for a transfer case in your setup? I have considered a ZF6...
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    K-30 12v Swap

    I do love the durability of the Sm465 I have a 74 K20 with a 454 that has one I just think the narrow power band of the cummins will be wasted with basically only three gears. I am going to put a gear vendors on the 74 truck so maybe if I end up really liking that I might give it a try on the...
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    K-30 12v Swap

    Haha yeah it’s been a truck I’ve only dreamed about until now so I can’t wait to get started. That’s good to hear on the 6speed mating up I’ve had trouble finding information on that! Thanks!
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    K-30 12v Swap

    I hadn’t really considered it, I like the Dana 60 front axle on the truck I currently have. But I wouldn’t be opposed to it if I ran across a cheap dodge chassis. I’m not too worried about the swap other than finding a transmission. It seems like that’s going to be the most difficult part. It’s...
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    K-30 12v Swap

    I just purchased a late 70s k30 truck that needs a motor. My plan is to drop a 12v cummins in it. I am currently trying to do as much research as possible before I actually start the swap. With that being said there is tons of information online but it is spread about between random forums and...
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    Motor Mounts for 454

    Thank You! That is the path I was leaning towards. My only concern is that the new 454 mounts I have look to be just a little bit taller than the 350 mounts that were on the truck (Maybe a 1/4" taller at the most). Is this just because the old ones are worn out or were the 454 mounts slightly...
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    Motor Mounts for 454

    I am currently rebuilding the motor on a 1974 K20 that has a 454. When we pulled the motor out we noticed that it was sitting lower on the driver's side and that the oil pan was just barely rubbing the crossmember underneath. As a result, I decided to put new motor mounts on the truck. I am...
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    Fuel Pump Selection

    I am currently in the process of my first Big Block Chevy rebuild. I have it completely torn down and am in the process of ordering parts. The motor is in a 74 K20 and I want to build it for low-end torque for towing but still have decent power on the top end. As this is my first ever rebuild I...
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    Valve Spring Question Mark IV 454

    Hello everyone, I have a Mark IV 454 in a 74 K20, the motor needs a new camshaft. I have decided on putting the COMP Grind XE262H-10(11-238-3) and an Edelbrock Performer 2-0 Intake Manifold(2161) on the motor. I had someone tell me that I should just use the valve springs that are currently on...
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    Mark IV 454 Engine Build

    Thanks for all the replies! Catbox that truck sounds pretty sweet thanks for all the info. It does have the SM465 transmission, 4.10:1 gears, and stock tires. It also has the 205 transfer case which I believe is the good one. Also, the truck is my uncle's so I know the history of the motor...
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    Mark IV 454 Engine Build

    Hey everyone, I am about to buy a 74 K20 that has a Mark IV 454 Big Block in it. The truck currently needs a cam. I am fairly new to this so I was wondering if you guys had some advice on what cam to get and what other changes I should make. It currently has an Edelbrock carb on it. I was...
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