I usually don't keep any tools in my truck, used to but took them out years ago to organize everything. It's been years and haven't got around to putting them back. But I think you can't have enough so bring all you can cram in it. You'll need the one you didn't bring.
The 8.1L is basically a BBC. It's the last generation. All bolts are metric and not much interchanges. The heads are completely different. The last year or two of the C3500HD could have them actually.
I know this is old but I've read the thread years ago and now I have a question. If we can run LS ignition on these engines, can we run LS throttle bodies and injectors? I've been reading up on LS engines running Super Victors with 4150 sized throttle bodies and how great it is. You can get 4150...
I like the ST the most, or maybe the Indy trucks. Not sure if anyone posted it already or not, I noticed on the first page you didn't know what an ST was, but it is the GMC version of a Sport. The Sierra ST was replaced buy the not as good looking Sierra GT.
I didn't read through the whole thread but what are you doing for rods? I like the 4.3L, been driving mine for nearly 10 years now but it has a severe flaw. Everyone knows its based off of the 350. But that also means its bank degree isn't the best for a V6. Originally the engine family was odd...
My truck is an SL so it never had a banner. I have an SLT tailgate with the GMC banner. Good to know I can get it off and put it on my current tailgate. What to use to reattach it, panel bond? Mine has some dents so I was thinking of painting it to match my bottom color.
I know you've already painted your grille, but I suggest the newer sealed beam grille painted to match. They look much better. I like the kind of mirrors you have, that's the kind I have, but they look very out of place with those big rims. And what about a pin stripe at the upper body line to...
I've always read those Edelbrock cams are outdated. Regardless with a cam change you will at the least need a chip burnt. Have you done the basic TBI modifications already?
The GMT400 3500HD only came out of the the factory as 2wd but some conversion companies made some 4wd. Another note, these trucks are nothing like the 800 and 900 platform 3500HD. The GMT400 3500HD is comparable to an F550.
Finding one with an 8.1L for parts won't be easy either. I'd look for...
I looked into the swap myself but it's pointless really. I thought it'd be a good swap and it'd be different. But the 8.1L is really just a bigger version of the 454. The heads are supposed to be better and everything uses metric bolts. In what world are you living in that an 8.1L is easier to...
Most of the parts sold at parts stores are the same part, some things are different though.
The hose is probably part of your problem. That doesn't mean parts don't wear out premature. I've changed both calipers twice on my truck, the alternator twice, and the starter 3 times and it needs done...