LS Conversion From 400

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Yes, black background and red backlight. They tie into the computer easily.


Very nice! Are those the Dakota VHX gauges?

In any case, I echo your sentiments. Having swapped to a 6.0L/4L80E, the difference in power and driveability is amazing. Hop in, turn the key, and it fires up within a second, EVERY time, no fuss, and has tons of power. I've pulled down as good as 19mpg in my 3/4 ton Crewcab with 4.10s (A/C off at 65mph for a long highway drive). Averages around 15-16mpg though.
 

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Very nice! Are those the Dakota VHX gauges?

In any case, I echo your sentiments. Having swapped to a 6.0L/4L80E, the difference in power and driveability is amazing. Hop in, turn the key, and it fires up within a second, EVERY time, no fuss, and has tons of power. I've pulled down as good as 19mpg in my 3/4 ton Crewcab with 4.10s (A/C off at 65mph for a long highway drive). Averages around 15-16mpg though.

Thanks! I've also been looking into possibly getting a 383 crate motor with fuel injection through practically a throttle body... Any thoughts?
 

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