5.9 CR going in a 1984 GMC 1500

AHarvey

AHarvey

TRUCK JUNKIE
OK so I have a 2003 Dodge dually 2wd auto. Frame is bent in the rear pretty bad. So I have decided to pull the engine, trans, wiring and computers and sell the rest.

I also have an '84 GMC 1500 rcsb. It's already 4 linked, coilovers, moser 9" with 35 splines, locker, and 3.89 gears. Had a supercharged sbc in it, but the crank is injured, so it's coming out, and the diesel is going in.

I haven't started this project, as I am finishing up a few others. But I should have the engine and trans out of the 84 in the next couple weeks, so I can start boxing the frame. I will be a major pain in the ass here and am going to ask a ton of questions, but will post tons of pics. Any insight on this type of project will be greatly appreciated.

couple pics of the 84.

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The wrecked truck has been mine since 2006 and has been very well maintained.It's the 305hp engine, and with just a bullydog it dynoed at 352/712 to the tires. It has 155k miles and the trans was recently built by Relentless Diesel in Willis,TX. I am planning to get the engine and trans in and functioning properly, then add another turbo. I have been looking into this kit.

Stocker S475 Kit - Diesel Power Source
 
Diggin this! Im set on doin a cr swap in my crew myself so ill be watching this! Any idea on how to wire theengineand the guages? You looking at stock gauges? Lovin this and watchin it!
 
I haven't been able to get started. Other crap keeps popping up. I will for sure be starting the teardowns in 2 weeks come hell or high water.

My plan is to run gauge cluster and everything out of the dodge I can, down to the evap/heater core box if possible. I'm even going to try and use the one ton rack and pinion. We'll see how it goes pretty soon I guess.
 
AHarvey said:
I haven't been able to get started. Other crap keeps popping up. I will for sure be starting the teardowns in 2 weeks come hell or high water.

My plan is to run gauge cluster and everything out of the dodge I can, down to the evap/heater core box if possible. I'm even going to try and use the one ton rack and pinion. We'll see how it goes pretty soon I guess.
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Know what ya mean by stuff gettn in the way. My problem is i cant turn down work to focus on my projects. Whats making you want to swap the heater box and cluster? I know the fan and flappers can lack a little in the "great functionality" department but seems like a bunch of added work! :Cheer: Cant wait to see some progress so make some time for this project!
 
AHarvey said:
OK so I have a 2003 Dodge dually 2wd auto. Frame is bent in the rear pretty bad. So I have decided to pull the engine, trans, wiring and computers and sell the rest.

I also have an '84 GMC 1500 rcsb. It's already 4 linked, coilovers, moser 9" with 35 splines, locker, and 3.89 gears. Had a supercharged sbc in it, but the crank is injured, so it's coming out, and the diesel is going in.

I haven't started this project, as I am finishing up a few others. But I should have the engine and trans out of the 84 in the next couple weeks, so I can start boxing the frame. I will be a major pain in the ass here and am going to ask a ton of questions, but will post tons of pics. Any insight on this type of project will be greatly appreciated.

couple pics of the 84.

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:drool1: I want!!
 
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