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Escalade EXT AWD/C10 Swap???
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Re: Escalade EXT AWD/C10 Swap???
I'd think so. Just need the 4wd axle setup...and swap 4WD controls for the 0 controls needed for full time AWD...like an '02 would have...the NVG-149.
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Re: Escalade EXT AWD/C10 Swap???
here she is now...327 4 spd man...almost let her go not too long ago...fire has been rekindled from the "almost" sale...couldn't do it! Im now wanting to follow thru with an LS swap
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Re: Escalade EXT AWD/C10 Swap???
Thanks man...great looking truck! I realize it's a fairly ambitious idea...but it's killing me!
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Re: Escalade EXT AWD/C10 Swap???
It could be done but you better have some fabrication skills. It surely will be nowhere near a bolt in deal. The engine trans and tranfer case are the easy part. The difficult part will be fabbing in the front clip from the Escalade to allow the awd. You would basically have to use the front suspension from the Escalade and make it fit into your truck.
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Re: Escalade EXT AWD/C10 Swap???
The fab part will be the easiest part for me...Im certified weld/fab and have a fairly strong mechanical background. It's the electronics/tuning/setup I'm the most concerned with...thought about buying another frame to start this on just in case it proves to costly...just really like the idea of AWD cruiser for the back roads! We have plenty here in KY!
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Re: Escalade EXT AWD/C10 Swap???
And not to mention convincing the "Boss" I'm about to chop up her truck!
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Re: Escalade EXT AWD/C10 Swap???
Aside from the front end stuff your basically just doing an LS swap which has become pretty damn easy at this point. Theres really only a few wires that you need to power up.You will basically have to get the computer tuned, deal with the wiring harness and the engine mounts/trans crossmember. It would almost be easier to just swap the truck body to the escalade frame though.
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Re: Escalade EXT AWD/C10 Swap???
I had thought of modding the escalade frame for a body swap but somehow that doesn't seem right? Seems like buying another body would be better for that. Not sure why it feels that way since we are full custom at this point anyway. I would like to give this thing a real "custom factory" look. I realize the expense involved but i'm looking for a new level with the one i got...i almost sold it (stupid)bc i was getting bored with it. I do live near a guy here called "Bluecat" and they say he is one of the best LS guys around....I'm heading over there this week to pic his brain a bit...really wanting something unique!
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Re: Escalade EXT AWD/C10 Swap???
I would think you could just take a 4x4 '67-'72 chassis (frame+axles/suspension) and do a LSx swap but with the NVG-149 in place of a 4x4 transfer case. The NVG-149 is a "viscous" type AWD...meaning its mechanical and non-electronic. There's a standard 38/62% split...but its capable of putting 100% at either end with 0 at the opposing...its an awesome AWD and great for ice/snow/sand, etc. Its just not 4x4 tough for rock crawling and all.
Doesn't need the Escalade's front axle/suspension
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Re: Escalade EXT AWD/C10 Swap???
That's great info! My question to that involves stance? I really want to maintain the lowered profile of a pro touring vehicle and get the handling aspect of the AWD setup. Not really concerned with straight line acceleration as I am overall road performance. Man you guys are great! Thanks for the input and keep it coming! It's hard to conversate with a mag/tv! This forum rocks! Wish I had found you all a long time ago. Priceless and inspirational!
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Re: Escalade EXT AWD/C10 Swap???
Is the stabilitack required for the setup to work? Found a good cutaway pic...trying to figure out how to get it here from iphone
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Re: Escalade EXT AWD/C10 Swap???
Stabilitrac system is in the cab in the pic...I would prefer to lose it if its not needed
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Re: Escalade EXT AWD/C10 Swap???
What did ever happen with the project?
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Re: Escalade EXT AWD/C10 Swap???
His last activity here was nov '15. I'm curious too.
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Re: Escalade EXT AWD/C10 Swap???
I did this swap but used a 2011 GMC Savanna AWD that was $900, cut the body off, made some body mounts, shortened the frame a few feet, swapped in the 149 transfer case, and made the wire harness a stand alone. Super fast and fun!
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Re: Escalade EXT AWD/C10 Swap???
If you're going to try to make the C10 AWD, I would certainly entertain shortening the wheelbase of the Escalade to match that of the C10 & swapping your C10 onto the newer chassis, with better suspension and all of the provisions for the drive train that you want to use. Would probably be less work that way.
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Re: Escalade EXT AWD/C10 Swap???
Not necessarily
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Re: Escalade EXT AWD/C10 Swap???
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Re: Escalade EXT AWD/C10 Swap???
So is it actually ok to cut and weld the frames of the newer trucks and SUV’s? I always heard they couldn’t be cut...”safely”
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There's a pretty good .pdf file that I found that has some good info on cutting/splicing/etc. Here's a bit from that pdf that address metal prep prior to welding: "All OEM frames are dipped in wax for improved corrosion protection. Before beginning any welding operation, locally remove the wax using one of the following methods: — Steam — Hot water at approximately 500 PSI — Scrape and then use mineral spirits to wipe off any remaining wax." Here's a link to that .pdf file: https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&sour...F1atPlH9b2tkqX
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Re: Escalade EXT AWD/C10 Swap???
I know this is a old thread so I will start one for my swap!
Here is the skinny, 72 C10 Short/Fleet swap to 06 Escalade EXT 6.0 AWD Chassis Wish me luck! |
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I have a long bed tuck so I extended the frame.!11 inches lowered the frame past the rear axle and shock mounts raised the bed floor or cut it out extend drive shaft fuel and break lines I used c10 radiator support after getting all the lines straight steer gas and break pedal mounting Escalade master cylinder I used Escalade gas and break pedal assembly also the. It’s a **** ton of wiring then for the look your going for most likely a lowering kit Posted via Mobile Device |
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