Project blazer ls1 swap....... [Archive] - S10V8 Conversion Community & Parts Store

carshop

07-03-2008, 12:39 PM

Here we go guys, looks like it's time to start our ls swap..........
1997 blazer 2 wheel drive 4 door
99 ls1 4l60e.........
Using swap parts from this site, anyone got some glue to put this thing back together?

Nothing to cool yet!

carshop

07-03-2008, 12:40 PM

Engines oh my.................

Scotty_S-15

07-03-2008, 03:22 PM

Engines oh my.................

For what it's worth, I'd use the engine with the oil pan on the bottom.:icon_rolleyes:.....;)

But seriously, keep us informed of the progress. Ought to make a sweet Blazer.

carshop

07-03-2008, 06:12 PM

My best pirate pose!

carshop

07-07-2008, 02:47 PM

We worked on the blazer a little this weekend, we installed the engine and trans for the first test fit and modified the crossmember. The unit is sitting where it will be in the chassis and is mounted as far rearward as our mounts will allow.

We had to elongate and offset the trans mount hole in the crossmember (mills are cool!) The crossmember sits in the stock location and bolts back in like stock.
http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o119/carshopinc/blazerlsswappics038.jpg

Next we ground the passenger back valve cover coil mounting tab to clear the heater box..... AHHHHH who needs that one!
http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o119/carshopinc/blazerlsswappics041.jpg

Drivers side is purty close, going to have to use the truck coil brackets for this one!
http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o119/carshopinc/blazerlsswappics042.jpg

http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o119/carshopinc/blazerlsswappics043.jpg

carshop

07-07-2008, 02:48 PM

Now on the two wheel drive s-10 trucks gm raised the engine up to improve drive line angles, they are about 1 1/4 higher. With the addition of the LS-S10 oil pan, soon to be available in parts store, we do not have any ground clearance issues or frame modifications to physically install the engine, however we will still be modifying the cross member so that incase of a trans failure the engine will have ample room to rock down allowing easier access to bolts.
http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o119/carshopinc/blazerlsswappics045.jpg
http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o119/carshopinc/blazerlsswappics047.jpg
http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o119/carshopinc/blazerlsswappics046.jpg

carshop

07-10-2008, 03:37 PM

We decided to cut the crossmember anyways to help with with transmission removal... The pan did not look like it would alow clearance to rock down to access the top bolts....

http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o119/carshopinc/blazerlsswappics056.jpg

We also cut for the ac compressor clearance...
http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o119/carshopinc/blazerlsswappics054.jpg

Here is our fuel filter/ regulator assembly, we plan on using the stock intank pump!

http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o119/carshopinc/blazerlsswappics051.jpg

Also on a neat side note I swapped the yokes today with a unit that was just a hair shorter and will be able to retain the stock driveshaft.....
http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o119/carshopinc/blazerlsswappics048.jpg

carshop

07-10-2008, 03:43 PM

The stock throttle and cruise control cables work with little to no modifications to the bracket....... Just open the hole up a bit for the cruise and slide the throttle cable in!
http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o119/carshopinc/blazerlsswappics049.jpg

Fuel system done
http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o119/carshopinc/blazerlsswappics061.jpg

gdmclnh

07-11-2008, 11:55 AM

Can't see the pics on the last few posts?? Is it just me?

Mike

07-11-2008, 01:05 PM

they are photobucket pics, i see them fine.

Scotty_S-15

07-11-2008, 03:46 PM

Yes, pix are fine.
And thanks for that Mr. Carshop! Good pix to add to the "wealth of information" that Mike supports here.

Chuckq350

07-11-2008, 07:05 PM

Is it just me or If you have an ac compressor failure you would have to lift the engine up to gain room for the bolts to pull out???

carshop

07-12-2008, 05:17 PM

Thanks to Tim g we now have a boxed frame ready for a scuff and paint job.....

http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o119/carshopinc/blazerlsswappics063.jpg

http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o119/carshopinc/blazerlsswappics064.jpg

http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o119/carshopinc/blazerlsswappics066.jpg

It will come out just fine.......

ZR1BLAZER

07-12-2008, 08:23 PM

man you guys are doing this fast. want to do mine :) real nice job. but i have 1 question. why a 4 door?

carshop

07-12-2008, 09:27 PM

It was available and very roomy!

carshop

07-15-2008, 05:53 PM

We painted the frame today........ For the right price I am sure someone would be willing to do yours..................
http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o119/carshopinc/blazerlsswappics140.jpg

carshop

07-17-2008, 05:14 PM

We worked on the truck for a little bit today, With the ls1 conversion and the engine harness we are using we need to use the stock s-10 nuetral saftey/gear selector switch assembly.....
The F body gear selector was not designed for this but all of the gm 4l60e cases were setup to be compatible.....
The F body selector shaft is much shorter and will need to be replaced with the unit from the s-10 (if you have a unit from a truck it should already have this switch assembly).

Here is the f body
http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o119/carshopinc/blazerlsswappics144.jpg

and here is the s-10
http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o119/carshopinc/blazerlsswappics148.jpg

In order to work on the trans I used the engine hoist to lift the unit up to a back friendly level....
http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o119/carshopinc/blazerlsswappics141.jpg

I order to remove the shaft you will need to remove the retaining clip and this 15 mm nut
http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o119/carshopinc/blazerlsswappics142.jpg

Then the shaft can be removed.........It is similar for both the truck and car, you will need to remove the retaining bolts and wiggle the neutral saftey switch off the truck trans and reverse this complete process in the F body trans....... Pretty simple stuff!

carshop

07-17-2008, 05:18 PM

Almost forgot the PIC
http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o119/carshopinc/blazerlsswappics143.jpg

Here are the two shafts side by side........
http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o119/carshopinc/blazerlsswappics149.jpg

And here we go all installed (never mind the orange goo I need to clean it up still)
http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o119/carshopinc/blazerlsswappics.jpg

carshop

07-23-2008, 11:58 AM

Well it looks as if it's finally time to set the engine in the beater!
I missed a few spots on the paint.... ohhhh well nothing a few beers and some time can't fix
http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o119/carshopinc/blazerlsswappics151.jpg

Here is the ls1 rail quick connect
http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o119/carshopinc/blazerlsswappics152.jpg

http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o119/carshopinc/blazerlsswappics153.jpg
http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o119/carshopinc/blazerlsswappics154.jpg

carshop

07-23-2008, 11:59 AM

http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o119/carshopinc/blazerlsswappics155.jpg
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http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o119/carshopinc/blazerlsswappics159.jpg

carshop

08-08-2008, 02:59 PM

http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o119/carshopinc/blazerlsswappics160.jpg

Stock f body pressure side and the 4.3 return hose.... Works great!
http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o119/carshopinc/blazerlsswappics161.jpg

http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o119/carshopinc/blazerlsswappics163.jpg

http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o119/carshopinc/blazerlsswappics164.jpg

carshop

08-08-2008, 03:01 PM

http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o119/carshopinc/blazerlsswappics165.jpg

carshop

08-13-2008, 04:35 PM

I worked on the ac system today, I have a great guy at my warehouse that really knows his fittings. The s-10 uses metric style fittings and my conversion black for the back of the compressor uses standard. Here is what the finished project for the day looks like.
http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o119/carshopinc/blazerlsswappics188.jpg

http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o119/carshopinc/blazerlsswappics190.jpg

http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o119/carshopinc/blazerlsswappics191.jpg

Mike

08-19-2008, 12:36 PM

Heard a rumor that this was running yesterday?

carshop

08-20-2008, 11:01 AM

I see umpa loompas!

carshop

08-20-2008, 11:05 AM

Heard a rumor that this was running yesterday?

Off to the exhaust shop today!

carshop

08-27-2008, 12:04 PM

carshop

09-04-2008, 10:38 AM

Went to get a alignment today.....
http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o119/carshopinc/blazerlsswappics204.jpg
http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o119/carshopinc/th_blazerlsswappics209.jpg (http://s118.photobucket.com/albums/o119/carshopinc/?action=view&current=blazerlsswappics209.flv)
http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o119/carshopinc/blazerlsswappics210.jpg

carshop

09-12-2008, 05:44 PM

The Blazer was tested last weekend on a 400 mile trip and did not miss a beat.

bignate

09-12-2008, 06:26 PM

you guys take it to the track or dyno yet????

carshop

09-16-2008, 12:57 PM

No track or dyno time yet...... It's a heavy pig so I don't expect to much from it.

Scotty_S-15

09-16-2008, 04:51 PM

The Blazer was tested last weekend on a 400 mile trip and did not miss a beat.

Don't ya just love it when a plan comes together?
Awsome job, and awesome photos.
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Ryoung68

09-16-2008, 10:45 PM

Now all you need to do is write up the install and send in a copy for virtual goodies.

spacecadet

09-17-2008, 12:29 AM

Looks like your doing a good job on that truck!!! Good pictorial also.
Space

carshop

09-22-2008, 05:49 PM

Working on another right now...

Ryoung68

09-22-2008, 06:28 PM

Been thinking about doing the same with my 2002 Blazer, I believe this 4.3 is worse than the 2.8 that was in my1989 ext. cab. Worst running engine I've ever driven power wise.

carshop

09-23-2008, 11:35 AM

I really liked the earlier 4.3 tbi engines, when they starting changing the engines to poppet configurations with those darn spiders and such they just started sucking....

Ryoung68

09-23-2008, 12:17 PM

Amen, Brother!

-Deception-

09-24-2008, 03:31 PM

Came out sweet, this build will help me with mine thanks.

draggndevil

09-30-2008, 01:17 AM

Did you make it smog legal? EGR, Air pump, ECT?

carshop

09-30-2008, 12:47 PM

It was not smog legal but I feel that could be accomplished very easily if a person wanted to.... The biggest obstical would be the cat placement since mounting it like factory is not a option....

97s10ls1

11-18-2008, 10:48 PM

what did you do to make the cluster work? and what computer ang wiring did you use

carshop

11-24-2008, 12:21 PM

The cluster works due to the harness from jarred.... It is all based on a 2000 operating system.

TwiztedMods

11-24-2008, 02:23 PM

So how much did the whole thing cost you?

carshop

05-04-2009, 04:21 PM

Yes it does look alot like a police car

carshop

05-04-2009, 04:23 PM

more pictures

carshop

05-04-2009, 04:24 PM

So how much did the whole thing cost you?

We at this point have about $6500.00 in it with the paint job

harleyboy

05-04-2009, 05:25 PM

looking good man dont even look the same.

Ryoung68

05-04-2009, 05:47 PM

Very nice paint work, take some good notes, I may hit you up later for my 2002 Blazer project. CarShopInc. a nice sport truck is always a good advertisement and is deductable, LOL!

BigMean

05-04-2009, 07:54 PM

All I have to say is WOW! Im really taken notes! What a true, short right to the point pictorial! Carshop, Thank you very much for being kind enough to share your build up! This is going to help me sooo much!

Your guys work is BITCH'IN! Thanks again!

XTEN

05-04-2009, 07:59 PM

What a sleeper!Who'd ever suspect a 4dr gofast Blazer?Nice stuff!

lit549

07-07-2009, 07:47 PM

yea makes me sick!! all the $$ ive got in mine and its not near as nice,oh well guess thats what happens when you have too redo stuff 2-3 times,live and learn:right??cool build and good info.do a ext acb drag truck so i can get some good ideas,like driveline and stuff,lol,good stuff man,good job.

gmtech111

07-12-2009, 11:48 PM

Hey carshop got a couple questions

Did you have to alter the heaterbox to make the engine fit? I know you said you cut a coil bracket tab off- Is that it?

Where did you get that alternator bracket from? it looks really good and am sure its cheaper than going to corvette brackets.

Any input would be great. I have a newer s10 and want to put an ls1 in it. Trying to figure out all that I have to do before attempting to do the swap.