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Re: 1981 GMC Jimmy
Yes, it is a 5.3 block.
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This evening I removed the engine and transmission. I slipped the Tahoe transfer case from the Tahoe onto the TH350 and it fit like a glove. Next on the list is to drop the fuel tank and when it warms up I will pull it outside and pressure wash the frame in order to prep it for paint.
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Not sure how I missed this beauty, subscribed. Get that motor swapped!!!
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I got around to dropping the fuel tank but I had to remove the receiver hitch and then the bumper first. No pictures of the Jimmy but here are a few of my "Rescue Vehicle."
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I question the window motor repair story because of what the other side of the door looks like.
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Sorry for not posting updates but the vehicle is running great. Here is the engine compartment.
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I put the wrong fuel pump in the tank and didn't want to drop the tank so I cut a hole above the tank, installed the correct pump, located and modified another tailgate cover to patch the floor, and now if the pump should go out its a quick fix.
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In the last couple of months I have managed to find yet another project vehicle or two.
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That engine swap looks good, I was considering installing a late model radiator in Goldy, but the stock stuff fit my fan set up better. For me there is never enough money for 1 project but always seem to keep adding them. Keep the updates coming!
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Why did you go with the t350 instead of the 4l60?
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Sorry for not giving too many details but I did install the 4L60E in it. It seems to shift okay but it doesn't stay in O/D very long. As soon as you hit a hill or get some wind fighting you then it comes out of O/D. I'm sure a gear change and some tuning would help but I'm happy with it for now. I'm working on a few other projects right now.
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Here is a pic of my cab swap project. One day I will take the time to repair the rust in the black cab and get it back on the road but that's for another day and another time.
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Happy and sad to report that I sold the Jimmy. It went to a good home and the owner is already planning to have it painted and it will only be down the road from the original owner.
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