Hello, names Justin. Ive been lurking around the site for a few months. Trying to sponge up all the info I can!

This is my 88' Blazer 5.3 swap project. Been in the works for the last 8 months. Getting closer to be finished.


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What I started with. Tired 4.3 2dr 2wd.

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After a complete tare down. Chassis has paint, new bushings, rod ends, balljoints, hardware Ect..

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The 5.3 w/ headers, and new oil pan for the swap.
Stock for now, but not for long!


The body and engine back on the truck. Picture of my shop at home.


The engine in the bay. Have some clearance issues with the heater box and power brake booster. This week, Im addressing the booster problem. Scored a new Hydro-booster last week. Installing the new parts this week.


Another shot of the engine bay.

Thought I would share this with you people. Maybe you might have some ideas, or see something I've over looked.

More pictures to come.
Thanks
Justin
Kansas

Apprently, I have problem with upload a few of my pictures.

 

I guess it was the operators problem! Ha!

 

man sweet build! i use to have an 87 s10 blazer. this thing is gonna be nice!

 

Thanks! You have a nice truck on your hands as well! Is the color green? Cant tell by the picture.

 

another s10 guy! looks good. I wanted to do this to my old 85 blazer but never got too. i've got my new little project though

check the sig

 

Thats a cool build you have going!

 

yes mary jane green.. lol.

 

dude rock that paint job for ATLEAST 5 races id love to see their face when they get smoked by a lil ole red beater! i use to have an 86 s10 went from the 2.8 to the 305 it was never finished

 

Thats the plan! The frame is the only thing for now that has paint!!

 

my beater isnt even getting paint, or a new front bumper. plus im keeping it on mud tires lol
hope you enjoy the new power and the shocked faces