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  1. 01-13-2008 12:36 AM #1
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    Smile Newbie from Kansas

    Hello All -

    Checking in from central Kansas. I joined to learn more about swapping and doing conversions.

    My father has a '91 Chevy C1500 he bought new. Over the years it was mildly hot rodded with a cam and headers and all the typical Bell Tech bolt ons. Then it overheated and cracked a head and the truck ended up parked for the last 7 1/2 years.

    He bought an LS1 take out from a wrecked Camaro and we are preparing to swap it in. I am hoping the experienced folks on this site will help us figure out the best solutions to problems we encounter. There are a lot of trucks on here with swaps, so obviously others have succeeded at this.

    Our plan is to try to get the truck to be a balanced performance vehicle capable of running a 12.0 or better 1/4mile, run 140 mph in an open road race like the Silver State or Big Bend, and still be stock appearing and suitable for driving to cruise nights, lumber yard, etc.

    Looking forward to getting to know some of you over the next year or so as we put the truck back together and get it back on the road. Any help or suggestions are certainly welcome.
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  2. 01-13-2008 01:17 AM #2
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    Ambitious plans ahead of you. Start with a front mount turbo setup to go with the LS1 and you'll be on your way to solid 12s and maybe high 11s.
    See my truck data in the "My Garage" section here... http://www.ls1truck.com/forums/my-ga...tml#post191709
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  3. 01-13-2008 11:44 AM #3
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  4. 01-13-2008 01:50 PM #4
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    Welcome... where at in KS? Myself and a couple other members are from Wichita.
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  5. 01-13-2008 09:37 PM #5
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    Just Down the Road

    I am in Wichita and my dad is out in the Derby/Rosehill area. It's good to know there are some local guys to call on for assistance if we need it.
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  6. 01-13-2008 10:34 PM #6
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    Welcome to LS1truck! A bunch of help here when doing swaps! sfriesen is a good guy to talk with--he knows his stuff! Also check out our swap forums. There are a few guys who have done what you are about to do, so make sure and read up first before diving into it... And make sure to ask a bunch of questions!

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  7. 01-13-2008 10:39 PM #7
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    welcome bro!!! you need some pics and stuff. and video when you can.
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  8. 01-14-2008 08:17 AM #8
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    Yeah--don't ask Mr. Garrisson... Point made--did you see how he spelled "advice?"

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  10. 01-14-2008 10:08 AM #10
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